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...
At Loya in Mumbai’s Taj Mahal Palace, romance blooms through heirloom spices, ancient cooking secrets, and whimsical tales etched in every bite, sip, and glance toward its dusky saffron-lit chandeliers. At Loya, dining is not just dining, it’s unwrapping poetry. The Taj’s monumental heritage is the setting, yes, but Loya breathes stories from a bygone...
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 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...
As couples step into 2026, weddings are entering a more thoughtful, expressive era. After years of statement-making celebrations, the focus is shifting toward depth, intention, and experiences that feel personal rather than performative. The coming year points to a refined balance between beauty and meaning, where design choices, rituals, and guest experiences are carefully considered...
Weddings are meant to be remembered for joy, celebration, and love. Yet in recent years, an increasing number of wedding-related accidents have made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Fires caused by decorative lighting, food poisoning at large banquets, stage collapses, celebratory firing, stampedes, and thefts are no longer rare occurrences. What is most unsettling...
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...
Winter weddings bring with them a certain quiet sophistication, and grooms are increasingly stepping into the spotlight with grooming routines that feel as intentional as their tailoring. The modern groom understands that looking sharp goes far beyond the outfit. Seasonal shifts demand a thoughtful approach to hair, skin, and fragrance, especially during colder months when...
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...
