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  • #CurryandQueso or #SarisandSombreros – #RealBride Sindhu

    #CurryandQueso or #SarisandSombreros – #RealBride Sindhu

    A “caliente’” multicultural wedding!

    Bride & groom’s names: Sindhu Alexander & Michael Gutierrez

    Location of the wedding: Cityplace, Dallas

    Photographer: Amy Karp photography

    1. What was your vision for your wedding? We wanted something simple and elegant reflecting both of our cultures in the food and décor and even hashtags (#curryandqueso, #sarisandsombreros)
    2. What was the most magical or memorable part of your day?  Walking in with my parents – seeing my groom and all the love in the room and feeling like royalty in my exquisite outfit
    3. Why did you choose your wedding/reception dress from Silk Threads?  I have known Ruby since college at the University of Texas and have always thought she was an amazing designer-  and when we got engaged I knew I wanted to wear something amazing that was one of  a kind– so calling Silk Threads was a no-brainer…
    4. Anything else you would like to add?

    🙂 Not only did I get an absolutely amazing outfit- but my sister and future sister in law also wanted outfits  too- so we got to spend a whole day with Ruby designing each outfit- it was such a fun experience! Ruby took the time with each of us making sure every detail was perfect and each outfit was unique and  a few months later, it was amazing to see how the visions came to life when we all had our first fittings after the dresses came in from India. It meant a lot to me that every piece of material was hand-picked and stitched all in India. Our outfits were truly breathtaking- everyone loved them! I also had one made in my colors for my 15 month old niece who was the flower girl and there are no words for how beautiful and adorable that tiny outfit was as well!!

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  • Events that depicted our relationship – #RealBride Roshni

    Events that depicted our relationship – #RealBride Roshni

    Bride and Groom: Roshni Bedi & Jaspreet Singh

    Location of the wedding: Dallas

    Photographer: MnMfoto

    1. What was your vision for your wedding?

    Our vision for our wedding was simple and elegant. We wanted to preserve as much Indian tradition as possible while still adding a whimsical and romantic element to it. With the help of our vendors, and most of all, our parents, we were really able to put together a series of events that depicted our relationship and our vision for the wedding very well. 

    2. What was the most magical or memorable part of your day?

    For us, the moment after the ceremony

    when we first looked at each other as husband and wife was very special. It just felt like everything came together at that one moment: all the months of planning, the years of long distance, and all the anticipation leading up to it. It was what we had been waiting for, to finally share our lives together as husband and wife. Of course, we can’t forget our reception. Enjoying those moments with our close friends and family who came from all over the world just to celebrate us was so much fun and something we will never forget.

    3. Why did you choose your wedding/reception dress from Silk Threads?

    Jaspreet has known Ruby & Raj for a long time and she is a family friend. Jaspreet’s mom has worked with Ruby for quite some time as well. So, when it was time to buy outfits for our wedding it was our first instinct to go to Silk Threads. Picking the outfits for the wedding is a stressful process so it was important for us to go to someone we can trust and whose designs we loved. Silk Threads fulfilled both of those criterion.

    Thank you Roshni & Jaspreet, and congratulations again! (p.s We loved all the wedding functions!)

    “A Crazy Punjabi Wedding”: #RealBride Reema

    Bride & groom’s names: Kanwar (Preet) Singh & Harleen (Reema) Singh Location of the wedding: Dallas & Houston, TX Photographer:  Blink Photography & Film (Houston, TX)  Read More Bridal Stories 1. What was your vision for your wedding? Our motto for our wedding was “a crazy punjabi wedding”. We both come from extremely large, Punjabi, very …

     

    Photo by Murtaza Siraj (www.MnMfoto.com)
  • “I love Peacock colors!” – #RealBride Pallavi

    “I love Peacock colors!” – #RealBride Pallavi

    Bride & groom’s names: Pallavi Hirani and Manbir Singh 

    Location of the wedding: Dallas and Houston 

    Photographer: A&A photography 

    1. What was your vision for your wedding?

    Our vision was having a memorable and fun filled weekend with our family and friends by our side. I as the bride wanted a royal blue and gold theme for our reception since I love peacock colors!

    1. What was the most magical or memorable part of your day? 

    The most magical part about our day was was the first time we made eye contact right after the Anand Kaaraj. That was probably the best feeling I have ever had.

    1. Why did you choose your wedding/reception dress from Silk Threads? 

    Choosing our wedding ensembles from silk threads was only natural, as I have considered Ruby didi family for years and the fact that I have only ever worn Silk Threads.

    I was more than happy with all my outfits and wouldn’t have changed anything even if I had to do it all over again!

    Silk Threads is a one stop shop and Ruby didi will work with you and make you feel like the most beautiful bride from head to toe!

    Thank you Pallavi and Manbir for your comments, and Congratulations again!

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  • A Crazy Punjabi Wedding: #RealBride Reema

    A Crazy Punjabi Wedding: #RealBride Reema

    Bide & groom’s names: Kanwar (Preet) Singh & Harleen (Reema) Singh
    Location of the wedding: Dallas & Houston, TX
    Photographer:  Blink Photography & Film (Houston, TX)
    1. What was your vision for your wedding?
    Our motto for our wedding was “a crazy punjabi wedding”. We both come from extremely large, Punjabi, very cultural and traditional families, which meant lots of dancing, singing, and celebrating!
    Most importantly, our vision included a weekend filled with lots of emotion, lots of color, and lots of love! Fortunately, that is exactly how it played out.
    2. What was the most magical or memorable part of your day? 
    The most memorable part of our Wedding weekend was seeing each other at the Sikh Temple on Saturday morning. It was definitely amagical moment because it was the day we had been planning night and day for the past year! Lastly, it was a very beautiful thing to see both of our families becoming one!
    3. Why did you choose your wedding/reception dress from Silk Threads? 
    First off, I have known Ruby Didi since I was a little girl. I loved her style and swag! Growing up, I always bought all my Indian outfits from Silk Threads. That was definitely not going to change when I found out I was getting married.
    One quality I love about Ruby Didi is that she will NEVER let you leave Silk Threads if you are not 150% happy with your outfit. That is exactly what I needed for my wedding. I knew that I could tell her my vision and she would know exactly what I wanted. She can read my mind when it comes to outfits! Lastly, I knew Silk Threads would go above and beyond for me to make sure that I looked my absolute best!
    Thank you Reema and Preet, and Congratulations again!
  • Elegance and glam was key! – #RealBride Neelm

    Elegance and glam was key! – #RealBride Neelm

    Bride’s name:  Neelm
    Groom’s name:  Hafeez
    Wedding date:  December 19, 2015
    Location:  Orlando, FL
    Photographer:  Z Molu

     What was your vision for your wedding?

    Since it was a destination wedding, everyone that was attending was our nearest and dearest. We wanted to be sure they had a fun and relaxing time and wanted that to show through our wedding.

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

    Being surrounded by our loved ones on the dance floor and having a good time was the best!

    Why did you choose your wedding dress from Silk Threads?

    I was referred to Ruby by a friend and she was one of the BEST decisions I made!  From the moment I met Ruby, I could feel she understood the vision i wanted to execute for the big day.  I was very particular in what i wanted and she didn’t stop until it was perfect. She dressed me from head to toe – clothes, jewelry, bangles and all!
    Thank you Neelm, and our best wishes to you and Hafeez!
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  • My vision would, after all, come true – #RealBride Sunny

    My vision would, after all, come true – #RealBride Sunny

    We are so excited to hear such wonderful words from one of our customers! Sunny Patel, a doctoral student, came to us with a vision for her reception outfit.

    She was able to explain to us the stresses with any wedding and what comes with planning a wedding – but she made it very clear it’s all about looking at the big picture…

    Sunny and her husband had four days full of wedding festivities over multiple locations and they had their reception at the Omni West in Dallas.

    She told to me the hardest part of wedding planning for her was trying to plan a wedding in Dallas while her husband lived in California!

    “This posed logistical obstacles as you can imagine. Another hard part during the planning process was to imagine how everything would come together at the end. You meet with all the vendors and artists individually and plan for months and months and somewhere during that process it’s easy to lose the big picture.”Like what you see? Email us!

    Sunny told us her favorite part of their wedding was when they were able to get a glimpse of their reception hall before anyone else.

    “It was amazing to see how everything came together and how beautiful the hall looked! To top it off, the videographer played the instant edit on the screens for us while my husband and I were in the hall and it made us stop in our tracks and recap the beautiful weekend with each other.”

    Their reception colors were inspired by fall and winter colors with a touch of elegance. Their main color was blue and added hints of pinks, reds, and blushes to add some depth. She wanted to keep this color throughout her entire wedding from their wedding website all the way to her reception outfit!

    Sunny told us she had been searching for a reception outfit that had the perfect mix of, “embroider[ies] [which is ] symbolic of the South Asian culture coupled with contemporary elements such as a ball gown silhouette. My family and I made many visits to numerous bridal boutiques spanning several cities (Dallas, Houston, Chicago). However, it took only one visit to Silk Threads boutique to realize that my vision would, after all, come true.”

    She wanted her entire outfit to stick with her blue theme, hence her entire outfit being teal-blue with a great ombre effect. Ruby wanted to make sure the outfit had some drama to it so she added a red border to give a great pop of color and of course, tulle.  The tulle gave her outfit a very chic ball gown feel, but still had a traditional look by it’s designs.

    “It was a perfect balance of tradition as well as had a contemporary feel to it. The detail on the lehenga with charming motifs made of intricate thread work and strategically placed stones gave it an elegant feel. The fabric was comfortable and breathable and I found myself exuding an air of confidence and feeling comfortable all throughout my reception. I also liked how the outfit had just the right amount of red in it so it was not overpowering (which is considered a symbolic color” in South Asian weddings).”

    We asked Sunny if she had any advice for upcoming brides and she emphasized it’s really important to not lose yourself through the planning process.

    “If you and your groom want to include snippets of your personality in the different aspects of the wedding, I say go for it! After all, this is your wedding and it should be a reflection you as a couple.”

    “Finally, on the day of your wedding just try to relax and take in the moment. Everything may not be perfect and if it’s not do not worry because YOU will be the only person to notice! Therefore, just look at the big picture and have a good time!”

    Sunny told her us her only requirement for their honeymoon is for it be on a beach!

    Congratulations Sunny and we wish you two the best in your future endeavors.

    Here are some great images of her outfit we made her! Thank you Z Molu Photography for the images!

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  • Combining traditions with American upbringing – #RealBride Deepika

    Combining traditions with American upbringing – #RealBride Deepika

    Bride & groom’s names: Deepika & Mark Vikas Mishra
    Location of the wedding: Washington DC Metropolitan area (May 2014)

    1. What was your vision for your wedding?

    A classic Indian wedding that honored the traditions of our family, combined with our upbringing in the US.

     2. What was the most magical or memorable part of your day?

    After nine months of meticulous planning, to see our dream wedding come into reality will always be a memory for a lifetime. Having all our friends and family from all over the globe in one place will always be something we will cherish.

    3. Why did you choose your wedding/reception dress from Silk Threads?

    I have family that were previous Silk Threads brides and recommended I check out the collection while on a business trip to Dallas. I was able to find a fantastic Sangeet gharara perfect for my surprise dance, as well as a Sunday brunch floor length anarkali. Since my wedding, I’ve been a returning customer due to the vast selection of unique outfits that Ruby and her team create!
    Thank you Deepika, and congratulations again to you and Mark – always nice to see you in Dallas!View More: http://studiouma.pass.us/deepikaandmark View More: http://studiouma.pass.us/deepikaandmark
  • Need matching outfit for the Groom – #RealBride Sonia

    Need matching outfit for the Groom – #RealBride Sonia

    #realBride Sonia ShahGreat feedback from #RealBride Sonia:

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    We want to thank you and your team for helping us with a last minute outfit situation! You really saved the day and we appreciate the speedy service. Sending pics soon! The clothing collection here is beautiful, and we recommend to anyone looking in the Dallas area! Looking forward to working with you in the future!
  • How Bollywood influences South Asian American Weddings

    How Bollywood influences South Asian American Weddings

    “Karan Johar has probably had more impact on our weddings than anyone else in recent history” – states a recent article in The Hindu.

    For those of you who haven’t heard of Karan Johar, he is a prolific Bollywood producer/director/writer and talk show host, who films show over the top wedding glamour – which in turn has shaped the nuptial ideas of a whole generation of South Asian Americans.

    A great quote in the article from a wedding planner: “In fact, I once organised a Tamil Brahmin wedding where the bride was so influenced by Bollywood movies that she wanted a Punjabi  jago  as part of the event. This is where the aunt dances with a pot of lamps on her head. We had to bring in  dholaks  and train the aunt to dance…”

    We asked Ruby Bhandari, Chief Designer at the Dallas-based fashion company Silk Threads, about what she sees trending with new brides and grooms.

    “South Asian wedding culture is ever evolving”, Ruby says. “We see new brides on a weekly basis, and most of them are second generation South Asian Americans – they may have had infrequent trips to India when they were younger, but now they rely on popular Bollywood movies to guide them from a fashion perspective. In addition, these movies are also heavy on so-called wedding customs (or Rivaaz) – which creates a co-mingling of the culture and traditions behind the wedding – leading to some interesting outcomes. We also get a lot of inter-racial weddings, where we factor in choices of both sides for their wedding trousseaus and menswear”

    In fact, Bollywood has created a whole ecosystem around South Asian American weddings – a visit to any of the South Asian American themed Bridal Shows will show a host of vendors showing beautiful wedding decor – from traditional to minimalistic modern – as well as standard, but fusion, trappings of any wedding – from wedding cards to favors to food.

    As the article concludes, “Irrespective of the kind of marriage — interracial or within communities — one thing is clear. while the path to marriage in the Indian-American context can be distinctly different from a true Indian matrimonial experience, at the end of the day the quest for a “happily ever after” remains the same…”

    Now all we need is ShahRukh Khan…

  • Five Things you need to know when shopping for a wedding dress or bridal lehenga

    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…

  • What are the latest Indian Bridal trends?

    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!

  • Whose Sari Now?

    Whose Sari Now?

    Sometimes, a catchy headline draws you into an article, and you realize that you may have missed some interesting movements, which while are not publicized widely, could create an impact in the society.

    One such article caught my attention while browsing – which brought to light the movement by some Indian women to bring back the Sari (or Saree) into an everyday wear garment for the Indian women worldwide – started interestingly enough in California!

    “She’s part of a movement of Indian women who are bringing back the everyday wear of the sari through the 100 Sari Pact, which claimed Dec. 21 as World Sari Day.

    The pact required Appanna and others to wear 100 different saris throughout 2015. She did that, celebrating the wearing of her 100th sari at a Dec. 20 “sari party” at Amber Cellar & Lounge in Los Altos. She draped invitees with saris she made.

    “I love the sari,” she said. “I feel anyone can wear it – size, age, race, social standing – no bar.”

    The sari (also spelled “saree”) is a South Asian garment that dates back thousands of years. A drape of cloth ranging from 5 to 9 yards long, the sari is usually wrapped around the waist with one end draped over one of the shoulders. They come in a range of fabrics, colors and designs…”

    Fascinating! Good luck to Archana and team – and remember, Silk Threads not only can provide you beautiful saris in a variety of designs fore all events – from parties to weddings, but can also provide you video training on how to tie a sari.