Indian weddings are evolving—becoming more intimate, expressive, and emotionally driven. From meaningful gifting to refined fashion and intentional jewellery, modern celebrations are shaped by brands that understand sentiment, storytelling, and style. Here are standout brands redefining the Indian wedding experience. MR Jewels: Bridal Jewellery That Balances Heritage and Ease A bride’s jewellery is not just...
Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center, in collaboration with Amrut Distillery, announces the launch of an exclusive single malt whisky crafted exclusively for Zarf, the hotel’s signature Indian fine-dining restaurant. Marking Amrut’s landmark 50th single malt release, the partnership brings together two Indian institutions united by a shared commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and...
The New Year has a way of inviting reflection and intention. Beyond celebration, it marks a quiet pause where we look ahead and decide how we want the months to unfold. New Year gifting, then, becomes less about festivity and more about meaning. It is no longer about extravagant gestures, but about thoughtful presents that...
The first year of marriage often arrives with equal parts joy and overwhelm. After the celebrations fade, couples are learning that the real luxury is not another party or destination, but space to pause, realign, and begin with intention. Enter the reset ritual. Across India, wellness retreats are becoming the quiet starting point for newlyweds...
There is something undeniably special about beginning married life with a journey. As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many couples are choosing to combine their honeymoon with a fresh start, opting for destinations that promise romance, reflection, and renewal. A New Year honeymoon is less about ticking off places and more about...
Weddings today no longer end with the last dance. As celebrations stretch across multiple days and nights, a new ecosystem has quietly emerged to support the stamina, glow, and well-being of couples and guests alike. Enter the after-party economy, where hydration bars replace midnight snacks, IV drips rival spa appointments, and beauty and wellness professionals...
As the year draws to a close, weddings are taking on a more considered, intentional rhythm. Year-end celebrations are no longer about scale alone; they are about atmosphere, emotion, and choices that feel deeply personal. Brides planning December weddings are leaning into experiences that prioritise comfort, intimacy, and storytelling. Smaller guest lists, immersive venues, and...
Some destinations whisper romance. Gateway Bekal speaks in layers. Of history, architecture, culture and a scale that feels quietly magnificent. Located along Kerala’s lesser explored northern coast, this waterfront sanctuary redefines what a destination wedding can look and feel like when heritage and nature are given equal reverence. Set against one kilometre of backwater frontage...
Uttarakhand just earned a new jewel in its crown — the spectacular Jim Corbett Marriott Resort & Spa, Marriott International’s first-ever wildlife property in the state and a destination that has already begun redefining luxury, hospitality, and celebration in the heart of the wild. Nestled amidst the emerald forests of Jim Corbett National Park, the...
By Evan Harrington, Cluster General Manager for Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island and Pullman Hotels & Resorts Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah Over two decades in hospitality, I have witnessed weddings grow from intimate gatherings into grand, multi-day affairs. Indian weddings, always rich in scale and emotion, saw families often cross borders to find that...
