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Modern garden meets South Asia – Sri Lankan and Bangladeshi Wedding – #RealBride Tareen

Bride: Tareen Alam
Groom: Tariq Thowfeek
Wedding Date: November 27, 2015
Location:Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacay Town Center
Photographer: Nida Rehman

They say that marriages are made in heaven – so we asked one of our recent brides Tareen to share her thoughts on what made her Bangladeshi-Sri Lankan wedding perfect. (and her thoughts about the gorgeous cream reception outfit we designed for her)

ST: Your pictures look lovely, Tareen. What was your vision for your wedding?

Tareen: If it were up to me, there would only be one big event. Finding a balance between what family wants versus what the new couple envisions is the toughest balance for Desi Weddings. For our reception, we wanted an ideal harmony of modern garden meets traditional South East Asia (since our families are Bangladeshi and Sri Lankan).

ST: What was the most magical or memorable part of your day?

Tareen: Making sure everyone had a great time was our main priority. The most incredible part of the wedding was when we got to step off the stage and onto the dance floor. Surprisingly, I was able to do the first dance medley and dance with friends the entire night in this dress.

ST: Why did you choose your reception dress from Silk Threads?

Tareen: I wanted something warm, flowy, and elegant – something that signified both my American and Desi heritage. But more than choosing a dress, I was focused on choosing someone I connected with and could trust. Ruby was that person. I don’t think it makes sense to choose vendors based on solely their work but rather their passion for their work. You may want the best decorator or caterer but if they don’t show up on time, none of it even matters. Decor, food, photography, outfits, and music have one thing in common: creativity. People need to love what they do so that your pictures, the stage or the songs all turn out incredible because they themselves were allowed to have fun with it. I think Ruby and her team has fun with every piece she designs and creates.

Thank you Tareen and Tariq – and congratulations once again!

February 10, 2016
Five Things you need to know when shopping for a wedding dress or bridal lehenga

Yes, this post is inspired by TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress” show (and suggestions based on that in the Brides magazine) – but these are some practical tips based on our interaction with brides every week.

In addition, see additional interviews with brides on this blog to see how they approached wedding dress shopping.

First – wedding-dress shopping is an art – and you need to perfect it to keep your sanity. From who to take with you to what gowns you shouldn’t try on, here are 5 things you’ll learn from watching every girl’s favorite bridal show, overlaid with our practical observations.

1. Don’t bring EVERYONE with you for dress shopping. We have had cases where both the bride and groom bring their extended family members for suggestions and approvals. It. Does. NOT. Work.

As most of you know, you can seldom get everyone to agree, leading to frustration and angst for you. We suggest getting a parent and maybe a close friend who knows your taste and the theme of the wedding. A secondary person who an give limited feedback is your wedding planner – for example, if it is a destination wedding in Cancun, what would be the temperature, color scheme, etc. – which can be factored into the dress (and groom’s clothes) design.

2. Have at least a rough idea of what you want – you have been thinking of your special day, and oh by the way, you loved Priyanka Chopra’s outfit in Bajirao Mastani – if that is what you want, talk to your groom or best friend, and come with a rough idea – we will help you transform that dream into reality – but we have to start somewhere…

3. Know your budget. Yes, bridal-wear is expensive – and for good reason…(Kim Kardashian’s gown cost almost half a million dollars, FYI!)

We have made dresses which took over 4 months to make, with the embroidery being done with a team of over 15 people – which translated into a beautiful, but expensive dress. You can decide what you want to spend on the dress – and for data points, come to your bridal appointment and get a rough idea of what dresses cost by looking at some of our unique dresses in stock. Being open about what you want to spend saves time and heartache for everyone…

4. Don’t forget the accessories. A very important fact, which a lot of brides forget, is accessories – and how they impact the design of the dress. If you already know you will be wearing heavy jewelry, reduce the embroidery on the dress. Or once you have selected the dress, match it with the right kind and amount of accessories. Click here for some tips from Brides magazine.

5. Don’t forget the man. Even though choosing the clothes for the groom is easier, don’t forget he has to match you for every one of your occasions – so depending on your theme, try matching color palettes, as well as matching embroideries on his clothes and shoes…

We are here to help – and have the experience and resources, including a team for bridal hair and makeup. Contact us to setup your Bridal Consultation today…

February 8, 2016
What are the latest Indian Bridal trends?

A Talk with Ruby Bhandari, Chief Designer of Silk Threads on the latest Indian Bridal Trends

Changing fashion and trends act like a mirror for the changing cultural norms and mind sets. Today’s brides are have specific designs in mind and do not shy away from asserting their preferences. The new age bride can be a career woman, fashionista, social butterfly or reserved book lover – who needs a bridal wear or outfit that will suit her individuality and enhance her personality.

Let us discuss with Ruby Bhandari, Chief Designer at Silk Threads, about some of the designer Indian bridal wear that will suit every modern woman and respect her unique tastes throughout wedding journey.

How does a New Age Bride dress-up for Pre-Wedding Ceremonies?

Ruby Bhandari Says…..

Subtle and Chic Outfit for Haldi/Mehendi Ceremony:

The Haldi ceremony kicks off the Indian wedding events. In this casual wedding event, a bride can wear relaxed light Indian attire in shades of yellow or orange. Comfortable and lightly embellished subtle Indian fashion suits and lehngas will be perfect for Haldi ceremony.

Mehendi is another pre-wedding event, which is a casual fun affair. For this event, a bride can wear an outfit that will suitably get along with the Mehendi theme – but not too heavy and elaborate. Brides should choose relaxed outfits and avoid longer sleeves, practical for applying mehendi (henna), as well as the dancing which is sure to follow…

What should be the look of a Bride for a lively Sangeet Ceremony?

Ruby Bhandari Says…..

Look Vibrant on Sangeet Ceremony:

The modern Sangeet ceremony has families of both sides performing choreographed dances to the tunes of Bollywood songs. This requires the bride to look vibrant and radiant just like a Bollywood beauty. For this ceremony, brides can dress-up with traditional lehengas, designer anarkalis, salwar kameez or Indian Saree. Pleasing colors, interesting cuts, right amount of shimmer and some attractive offbeat touches to the Indian bridal outfits will enhance the look and will make the bride to stand out in the sangeet ceremony.

What should be the Attire of a Bride for a Modern day Pre-Wedding Cocktail Party?

Ruby Bhandari Says…..

Indo-Western Look for Cocktail Party:

For cocktail parties before the wedding, some brides have a dress code or a themed event. Incorporating cocktail parties into Indian wedding gives an alternative to the brides for ditching the traditional outfits to adorn a gorgeous look in Indo-Western gowns or cocktail dresses. Remember, minimalism is the key but your subtle jewelry and accessories can make you stand out.

How can a Bride look gorgeous on her Wedding Day?

Ruby Bhandari Says…..

Adorn a Dazzling Look on the Wedding Day, and match it!

Brides can shine, dazzle and make a statement on the wedding day by creating their favorite Indian bridal wear, and matching it with the groom, as well as the rest of the families. We at Silk Threads can help you create the custom look you desire – be it traditional, contemporary or a hybrid.

Silk Threads creates beautiful flair, drapes and gorgeous hemlines that will suit every requirement of a modern Indian bride looking for a dream outfit. Give us a call today at 972-432-9599.

Silk Threads Understands the New Generation of Fashion and Strives to Deliver the Best!

January 25, 2016
I LOVE My Dress! – #RealBride SHELINA

OUR LOVE STORY IN THE LOVE GARDEN

Bride’s name: Shelina Virani

Groom’s name: Keith Rodenhuis

Wedding date: August 31, 2014

Location: The Prado @ Balboa Park in San Diego, California

Photographer: Robin Swanson Photography.
(www.rswansonphotography.com)

ST: What was your vision for your wedding?

Shelina: The vision for our wedding was “Our love story in the love garden”.

The most memorable part of my day was When the Reverend announced us “man and wife!” Celebrating life’s major milestone with our loved ones. Their presence in our lives is a blessing and we cherish our special day full of memories with them!

ST: What was the most magical or memorable part of your day?

Shelina: I envisioned a simple, yet elegant dress that didn’t come off the racks. I chose Silk Threads because Ruby has been a dear family friend for decades and it only made sense to go to the best in the industry! The Silk Threads team worked tirelessly to accommodate my vision and exceeded my expectations. I LOVE my dress and how special it made me feel on our special day.

“You were a beautiful bride, Shelina! We loved working with you in creating your stunning Indian wedding dress! the perfect outfit for your wedding day!” – Silk Threads Team

November 16, 2015
Fusion Themed Wedding: #RealBride NIMRA

Nimra Chowdhry and Scott Meadows
Married August 14, 2015 at the Dallas Palms, Dallas TX

Photographer: Greg Blomberg

Fusion weddings are gaining popularity as multicultural couples are exchanging vows. Nimra, who is Pakistani and Scott is American chose to express both their cultures on their wedding day.

Nimra worked with designer Ruby Bhandari and her team to create the perfect reception dress out of gold tulle with emerald and gold embroidery. It was the ideal wedding attire selected also to compliment the lush landscape of the Dallas Palms.

ST: What was your vision for your wedding?

Nimra: Our wedding theme was Fusion—a combination of vintage, and contemporary with both Pakistani and American cultural styles. The most magical part of the day was whirling around during our first dance!

ST: Why did you choose Silk Threads to create the outfit for your special day?

Nimra: I choose Silk Threads because I wanted a reception dress that was expressly desi-inspired but with a western touch. I did not want to wear a traditional Pakistani dress nor did I want to wear a traditional American/Western style dress. Silk Threads designed a dress that was complex in both style and patterns, and it incorporated all of my dress ideas.

The wedding day is one of the most treasured and unforgettable days in a brides life. Whether she chooses a traditional ethnic saree, designer Indian bridal lehnga or fusion gown, it has to be unique and made to compliment her. Silk Threads offers a variety of custom styles and designs to choose from. – The Silk Threads Team

October 14, 2015
I FELT LIKE A PRINCESS! – #RealBride Neetha

Bride’s name: Neetha Devdas

Groom’s name: Sanjay Sharma

Wedding date: June 27, 2015

Location: Sheraton Dallas Hotel

Photographer: Lomesh Patel Photography

Here are some thoughts and tips from our #RealBride Neetha:

ST: What was your vision for your wedding?

Neetha:
When we first started out we really didn’t know what exactly we wanted. But, after talking with our families, our decor designer and wedding planners, and of course, just thinking about who we are, we went with a traditional Hindu wedding with a modern fairytale garden theme. Between the breathtaking mandap with the hanging vines and gorgeous flowers, the shimmering tables and candles, and the stunning gown I was wearing…I felt like I had stepped into a fairytale. I felt like a princess and I will never forget that feeling.

ST: What was the most magical or memorable part of your day?

Neetha: I think the most memorable part of the day was seeing everyone out dancing and enjoying themselves. I can’t describe how wonderful a feeling it was to look out and see all the people from different parts of my life coming together. There were so many family members who love me unconditionally, friends from childhood and on, and so many new faces all in one place at one time dancing and laughing, and celebrating with us. It is a moment I will never forget. And, I think it’s what makes weddings so wonderful.

ST: Why did you choose your wedding dress from Silk Threads?

Neetha: There are so many reasons why I chose Silk Threads for my wedding attire. First, Ruby Bhandari is amazing to work with and she has a great eye for fashion. She is honest and cares deeply about what she sends you out into the world wearing. I felt like she was excited about making me feel beautiful and comfortable in my clothes for one of the most important days of my life and she was invested in making sure things were perfect.

Secondly, there was a lot of attention to detail not only in the making of the dresses, but even the jewelry and how to pull off the draping of each dupatta. All of this helped me to really put it all together and envision how things would turn out.

Lastly, the main reason I trusted Silk Threads was seeing my sister Geetha’s beautiful reception outfit a few years back and knowing others who have been very happy with their wedding attire. It was easy to trust that my outfits would turn out great having seen it happen before!

September 23, 2015
Love in Louisiana – #RealBride BHAVINI

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bhavini Patel & Ronak Patel met through a mutual friend and married on June 13, 2015 in Lake Charles, LA at L’Aberge du Lac Casino and Resort. Bhavini chose to wear a Silk Threads Designer Collection gown after falling in love with a reception dress worn by a friend.

Congratulations to Bhavini and Ronak, we wish you a lifetime of love and happiness!

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June 25, 2015
Our stylish #RealBride Vanita!

Vanita has had a long relationship with Silk Threads, more of a family than one of our designers and merchandiser. So naturally we were very excited when she got married in 2014! (Now we are working on her sister’s wedding outfits – coming this Summer!)

Here are some amazing pictures from her reception, with both Vanita and Nauraj setting fire in Turquoise!

September 11, 2014
Unique Proposal: #RealBride Sofia

1. Where did you meet your husband?

We first met in college as freshman at Texas A&M. We were friends throughout college, after graduation we started dating.

2. How did he propose?

He proposed at the Kimball Art Museum in Ft Worth. He told me we were going to his coworkers wedding so I needed to get dressed up. However, said lets stop by the museum first since we were early. We walked around and viewed the artwork, then when we walked around the corner he had a caricature displayed in the courtyard, a picture of him proposing to me! He got on his knees and i said Yes!

3. Why did you come to Silk Threads?

I was referred by my friend

4. Did you have a wedding outfit in mind?

I had an idea of what my wedding sari would be

5. Do you have any advice for brides to be?!

On the actual day, just relax, enjoy the moment, take as many mental pictures as you can, and soak it all in. Don’t worry about anything including what little things need to be done because ultimately it does not matter because you are about to marry the love of your life!

April 16, 2014
I have always loved India – #RealBride Alyssa

Today, we are so excited to share out latest bride! We were so honored when Alyssa Perez came to Silk Threads Designs and asked us to design her wedding gown. Alyssa was looking for something different for her designer wedding dress . We incorporated beautiful paisleys, intricate bead work, and loads of crystals to her gown. These pictures took our breath away! (Not to mention, how adorable is the last image?!)

1.How did you meet your husband?

I met my husband at my local church. He noticed me and tried to sit in front of me to get my attention but I never noticed. One month later he found me on Facebook through mutual friends at the church. I added him and the rest was history.

2. Tell us about the proposal…

It was spring break of my sophomore year at college and before heading off to his small town to spend break with him, I went out to dinner with a friend. Somehow my friend had me convinced that she had a surprise for me because she hadn’t seen me in forever. She put a blind fold over my eyes and told me not to peek. I didn’t suspect I would be getting proposed to because I thought my husband was in his home town three hours away.

My friend drove me to the church where Chris and I first met and led me inside. As soon as we were inside I took off my blind fold and new I was getting proposed too. All the lights of the church were off and it was dark except a few candles along the aisle. Someone was playing the piano and rose petals were everywhere.

A video of Chris, my now husband, came on the screen of the church where he began sharing a story of how we met, why he fell in love with me, and how he knew I was the one. At the end of the video he said he had one more question for me but that I needed to make my way to the stage. I saw Chris walk out on stage, and when I got there he told me he loved me and he got down on one knee. After I said, “YES,” he told me he had one more surprise. He turned me around and up in the church balcony was all of my family (who had traveled to Oklahoma from Montana), his family, and a bunch of friends. It was the perfect proposal.

3. We can see you were inspired by designs from India, but tell us why!

I have always loved India. Though I married a Hispanic not an Indian, I knew I wanted my dress to be Indian. When I was eleven I lived with my aunt in India for five months. I fell in love with the culture, learned to eat with my hands, tried to learn Telegu and hindi, and decorated my hands in henna and bangles. My room in high school was decorated with Indian fabrics and I love the bead work and sparkle on most Indian designs.

4.Why did you choose Silk Threads? Did you have a design in mind before you came to our studio?

I tried finding an Indian inspired dress when I knew I would be getting married but couldn’t find anything that resembled India to me. I knew I wanted my dress to be the traditional American white/cream color but that I wanted to incorporate the Indian jewels and fabrics. I also knew I wanted the dress to be two pieces like a traditional sari but more with a slightly lower top and a more american style open back. I chose Silk Threads because it was the closest traditional/modern Indian shop that made custom wedding dresses to my location…and I was glad I did!

Good Indian design stores are hard to come by, especially in Oklahoma, which is where I currently live.

5. Any advice for our brides-to-be?

If I could give any advice to brides to be it is to choose the dress that has the most meaning to you. My wedding dress will always have meaning to me because it is unlike other dresses and reminds me of my love for India. Make your wedding resemble who you are and you won’t regret how it turns out.

Vendors:

Elle’s Belles Bakery, Big Sky Resort (location and food), Katalin Green Events, Joes DJ Service, Avant Floral, GW Designs (hair), Jason Williams Illustrator, Avant Bridal (bridesmaid dresses and tuxes)

Thank you Amelia Anne Photography for the images.

April 2, 2014
Wanted Vintage Fusion Outfit – #RealBride Neha

1. How did you meet your husband?

– We met at the end of college before we graduated from the University of Texas at Austin.

2. When and where was your wedding?

Our wedding was at the Hilton Lakefront on Lake Ray Hubbard in Rockwall, TX (My Hometown)

3. Why did you choose Silk Threads? Did you have something in mind before you came to us?

I chose Silk Threads because I was looking for a fusion outfit for our Wedding Reception. I wanted something different than my other traditional wedding outfits- an outfit that had a mix of my Western (American) and Indian background and my fashion style. I preferred something a bit more vintage looking and had a certain look in mind. I showed Ruby some pictures of what I was thinking of and the colors I liked and she created my dream wedding outfit. It was romantic, vintage and an elegant combination of Western and Indian.

4. Do you have any advice for our brides to be?

Planning a 3-day Indian wedding can be very stressful, but try to enjoy as much of the planning process as you can because the actual wedding weekend comes and goes in a blink of an eye. And that moment is truly the most magical weekend of your life.

Vendors:

Decor: Elegant Affairs- Vikram Panicker and Suman Pai

Photography: Biyani Photography- Kaushlesh Biyani

Video: Chris Watson Films- Chris Watson

Hair and Makeup- Mitzi Merritt Makeup- Mitzi Merritt

Invitations and other Printing- Tammy Sharp

Wedding Cake: The Cake Guys

Food: India Palace Restaurant and Gopal Vegetarian Restaurant

Midnight Snacks: Hilton Lakefront Hotel

Neha and Shivang’s Wedding Story: Trailer from Chris W on Vimeo.

March 10, 2014