Category Archives: Bollywood

{Celebrity Shahzadi} Lisa Ray Marries Jason Dehlvi

Bollywood, Celebrity Weddings, Hollywood November 7, 2012 1 Comment

This October Lisa Ray, actress, philanthropist and social activist married her long time partner Jason Dehlvi in a non-denominational ceremony.

After having a significant career in modeling and film in Bollywood, she became a cross-cultural phenomenon when she broke barriers and took on controversial social issue oriented films.

Diagnosed with Multiple Melanoma in 2009, fans got to experience her battle with cancer as she wrote a Blog, “The Yellow Diaries”  And after a successful stem cell transplant, Lisa went into remission in 2010 and has been cancer free ever since!

Let’s take a look at a few select shots from her gorgeous Napa Valley Wedding as posted by The Business of Cinema:

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

That is the picture of a very excited, and rightly so, Shahzadi! And why would she not be!? She’s the princess of the day!

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

taking turns speaking vows written for each other… <3 perfection.

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

Even though it was non-denominational, the couple opted to do a garland exchange out of respect for her Bengali father’s wish to maintain this south Asian tradition.

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

A classy woman and her man, Her dress is just so pretty. I love the simple elegance and how the cut flatters her figure in the most beautiful way! I also LOVE the ivory colour! Not only does she look amazing, so does Jason Dehlvi! Debonair would be the word for him! His tux complete with his pocket square is an excellent complement to Lisa’s dress!

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

A private moment captured perfectly!  <3

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

Perched in a vineyard, I love the fact that fall has been highlighted through the use burnt orange and maroon and hints of yellow! VERY Elegant!

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

Lisa looks graceful in a custom Satya Paul blush sari embroidered in silver gold and bronze.  I also love the slight ombre that this sari features.

blouse design

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

I LOVE her choice of blouse designs.  She kept it timeless and classic by opting for sleeves and a covered back design (Note to self: get a blouse made like this ASAP)

Lisa's Bling

Photo by: Catherine Farquharson

Check out her BLING Shahzadis!

Shahzadis, what can I say, Lisa’s wedding oozed of elegance.  I think this wedding was a pure reflection of their love and the couple’s personality.  I love many aspects of this wedding.  First, they married in Napa Valley, where they originally got engaged, which brings their journey full circle.  She opted to keep things very simple which says a lot about the kind of Shahzadi she is.  I love the sheer sweetness of each photo in the series because it reflects their love very obviously.  They opted to respect both cultures by having understated influences rather than picking one culture to adhere their ceremony to.  I think this is one of the most beautiful celebrity weddings I have ever seen for the simple fact that their celebrity was completely understated and their love took center stage!

<3

The Traditional Bride… a look at bridal jewelry…

Bollywood, Gold, Jewelry April 4, 2012 Comments: 4

Tradition.  It is the essence of a wedding.

For as far back as we can go, into our history, one thing has maintained its consistency.  A bride is not a south Asian bride unless she is adorned in the most eye-catching, unique and significant pieces of jewelry.  I know if your parents are like mine, they saved up for years to send me off with a significant start to my own jewelry collection.

So it is no surprise that I am in awe of the beauty that is bridal jewelry.

For those Shahzadis that want to incorporate Gold jewelry into their wedding outfits… here is some eye candy for you… (believe me, both my parents and my husband are counting their lucky stars that I am ALREADY married!)

Sushmita Sen for Kalyani Jewelers

That is the picture of the traditional Bengali bridal look <3

Sonam Kapoor in Amrampali Jewels

I love how the traditional pearls have been reworked to create a new yet vintage look, Sonam can really pull off this look so very effortlessly!

Deepika Padukone in Farah Khan Ali

The ever so amazing traditional long stranded sheeta-haar has been beautifully created with kundan and uncut rubies! Deepika looks RADIANT!

Sharadha Kapoor in Anmol Jewellers

The newest trend of gems playing the starring role rather than a gold-heavy set is portrayed gorgeously in this look, the emeralds are to DIE for!

Amazing right?? OMG. Someone get me some water… *Faints*

Now Shahzadis, the price of gold is really high these days and the idea of buying an entire set of gold jewelry can be a little hard to swallow.  But never fear my dears!  There are a whole host of vendors that are doing bridal jewels gold-plated over silver so that it hurts the pocketbook less.  My fave right now is ArtKarat mind you… I said the prices would hurt you less.. I didn’t say they wouldn’t hurt at all… lol.

Lets have a look at their jaw dropping pieces…

ArtKarat

look at that minimalist matha patti/sheetapati! <3 (would have loved to see this whole outfit)

ArtKarat

I don’t know why, but Pearls make my heart sing!

ArtKarat

I love this, it’s a statement piece. Especially the Jhumaar/Jhaapta

ArtKarat

OOooOOOo another statement piece.  This set features a Meena style.  Meena is coloured enamel that is filled into raised gold work.  it is just classic.. ask your Nani, she might have a meena piece in her Khazana <3

Oh Shahzadis! I am such a sucker for shiny, sparkly, amazingly unique, meticulously crafted south Asian jewelry… I hope you had fun experiencing a little bit of my obsession!

<3

Timeless Bridal Shower~ Old Bollywood Style

Bollywood, Bridal Showers, Ideas, Photoshoots March 13, 2012 Comments: 7

Okay Shahzadis I just HAD to post today!

I actually wanted to get this post online yesturday but real life took over and I couldn’t bask in my proverbial princess glory.

Here’s an idea for you! I know, if I had thought of it earlier, it would have been something I would have done! Why oh why did I not think of this before?? Beats me… Oh well…

So for all my shahzadis’ that want to do something super unique… Why not do a bridal shower with a theme and then have a professional photographer do a photoshoot?? This lovely shoot by Amna Hakim features a Old Bollywood Glamour …

Amna Hakim Photography

I loved this shoot that she did and I was inspired to think of out of the box way to incorporate this theme into a wedding.  then I thought, wouldn’t it be super cool to have all my girls to dress up in my fave era and take professional photos? It’s a great thing to add to a bridal shower.  and the photos make for a great keepsake for you to keep of all your girls.

Amna Hakim Photography

You can check out all the photos in this set on Amna’s blog –HERE–

Let me know if you like the idea!

<3

OMG. I *HEART* South Asian Clothes!

Bollywood, Colour Trends, Fashion February 29, 2012 Leave a comment

OMG Shahzadis! I’ve set a record- 2 blog posts in ONE DAY!

*GASP* Leap day is helping me out! YAY!

So the day has been pretty uneventful and the dreary weather in my neck of the woods is not helping my case.  So, to brighten my day… I went online to look at lovely clothing! This morning I was doing a post on the Pantone Fall 2012 Colour Trend report and when I was looking at these beautiful south Asian outfits, I was pleasantly surprised to see so many different outfits following the colour trends that are SO hot right now!

I was surfing my fave online south Asian boutique… the unfortunate thing is they only ship in the US. So I only really gather inspiration from them. But if you live in the States check out Exclusively.in <– *LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT ALLERT*

Here are some amazingly simple yet BEAUTIFUL clothing!!

so elegant! no?

Imagine going to a Holud in the Salwar Kameez or a Wedding in the Saree! the Saree is a headturner FOR SURE!

This is a casual Saree I would wear to a post wedding dinner or casual event! It’s a bold colour but it works on a variety of skin tones!

Pantone Olympian Blue

This colour is so flattering for south Asian clothing because it works so well with heavy embroidery and fabrics like brocade.

Pantone Pink Flambé

Pink Flambe is my OBSESSION! I love this colour! It’s FUN, and LOUD, just like a sangeet you could wear it to!

Pantone Tangerine Tango

ditto, this tangerine tango is dancing around in my head! MUST GET NOW!

Pantone Ultramarine Green

Naturally I would not like this colour… but I love they way the colour is used in both peices!

Pantone Rose Smoke

*killing me softly… * *in heaven*

Pantone Titanium

This saree is super modern and ready to be worn to a party!

I love how it not only incorporates the Titanium Grey but also animal print!

I hope this post inspired you to encorporate some of the hot colours of the year into your wardrobe this wedding season!

I know you’ll knock’em dead Shahzadis!

Bollywood Wedding – Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza Sangeet Pics!

Bollywood February 1, 2012 Leave a comment

Hey my Shahzadis

If you have been keeping up with Bollywood, you know that Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza are getting HITCHED!  

I love looking at what the stars are wearing because of the inspiration it offers!!  So while we wait for the wedding outfits, feast your eyes on thier sangeet outfits and my fave outfit from a guest!

 

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