OFFICIAL Indian 'Desi' Wedding Thread

Original post by riniko

Jan 19, 2005 06:44 PM

Hi all,

I have had the opportunity to meet a handful of LIW South Asian (Indian) brides as well as non-Indians marrying Indians through LIW.

Everyone can participate in the thread but some of us felt it would be helpful to share information to fellow Indian (or Desi) brides out there.

If you all are for it, we can post info that will help each other on it. Like DJs, makeup artists, clothing resources, etc etc.

Take care!

craznan Posted: Jan 16, 2008 08:37 AM

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I also booked with Pedestals, spoke with Robert. He really gave me a great price, worked with budget and got me the look I wanted. They are very professional and have a great variety of ideas and samples to work with.

I had that same list long ago, but it gets easier. Just take your time doing your research and call them and do like a pre-screening before you go in to get an idea if they are what you are looking for and within budget.

Dj, I booked Dj Sharad. They are a little pricey, but that's what really creates the party, the MC and the music. So if you have a good Dj, people will remember your wedding. Also, I have been to some of his parties and love his MC's, they really get the crowd involved.

Any other help you need with ideas and planning, we are all here. I'm pretty much done since it's in 2 weeks. I'm just waiting for the ribbon for the favors to start putting them together and wrapping the card box and that's it!!

AR31 Posted: Jan 16, 2008 09:36 AM

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If you are using a mandap, then your decorator will be able provide you with your flowers. For the ceremony, I am going for a very old school Indian theme.. I wasn't sure if other florists would be able to do that?!?

DJ does make the party.. we booked Kucha and he's very pricey as well.. but like Nancy said that's what makes the party.. so make sure whoever you decide with is really what you are looking for..

I am thinking of ordering my favors.. even if we have a few extra lying around, I want to finish it off! Can anyone help in find decorative packaging boxes? I can't seem to find any

craznan Posted: Jan 16, 2008 09:40 AM

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Check out this website for decorative boxes. We were going to use them but decided on wrapping in clear plastic and tying with a ribbon. But I heard good things.

http://www.wrapsmart.com/index.asp?page=products.asp&category=Favor%20Boxes&start=1

MAY24BRIDE Posted: Jan 16, 2008 06:51 PM

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When you say pricey...what were your quotes for DJs?

Try AC Moore or Michaels.....I think I remember seeing decorative boxes there....they had different sizes too. Or, a lot of the favor sites have boxes for sale too.

AR31 Posted: Jan 16, 2008 07:40 PM

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Posted by MAY24BRIDE

When you say pricey...what were your quotes for DJs?

Try AC Moore or Michaels.....I think I remember seeing decorative boxes there....they had different sizes too. Or, a lot of the favor sites have boxes for sale too.

you've got FM

RGV07 Posted: Jan 16, 2008 09:53 PM

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if you anyone looking for a dj i know of one.

Soon2bMrsRP Posted: Jan 17, 2008 08:06 AM

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I'm in the process of looking for DJs right now - any advice?

joshisgirl Posted: Jan 17, 2008 08:39 AM

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i used this guy who I know, Ravi who works for DJ Magic Mike and he was great, plus he plays the dhol too if anyone needed it. his # is (646) 339-5406. he deejays around the city so u could check him out before u book.

also, i think a few of the girls used dj volcanik ( never heard of them but I heard he was reasonably priced)

Soon2bMrsRP Posted: Jan 17, 2008 08:41 AM

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I really like DJ Amrit - and I've been in touch w/ DJ Essence but no one's heard of him - and I haven't been to his parties. Does anyone have an estimate for DJ w/ MC w/ lighting for a reception.

RGV07 Posted: Jan 17, 2008 09:44 AM

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i heard of dj essence-he did my wedding. he is a great mc and he really works for your money. he has different package for different needs. fm me if you need information!

AR31 Posted: Jan 17, 2008 09:50 AM

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I've been to parties done by Volcanik and he's good!

I've also seen DJ Insomnia at weddings.. and he's pretty good as well!

GtBride Posted: Jan 17, 2008 10:21 AM

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A great dj is pricey but i feel like it worth it. They are what makes the party and what your guest will remember the event.

AR31 Posted: Jan 17, 2008 11:43 AM

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Ladies.. please recommend your limo companies!! Pretty please..

GtBride Posted: Jan 17, 2008 01:34 PM

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my DJ recommends US Limo's in New Hyde Park
He said they have block of limo's. I haven't personally check them out but hey if they have a block that means they have back up. the contact is Mark 516-354-8487.

good luck!

if you decide to check them out...let me know how it goes!

RGV07 Posted: Jan 17, 2008 02:23 PM

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Posted by MrsV2be

Ladies.. please recommend your limo companies!! Pretty please..

try camelot limos. they very professional,alawatys on time, very reliable.

joshisgirl Posted: Jan 17, 2008 05:53 PM

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i used regal limos bcuz of the price, but they were very good (vendor on LIW)

joshisgirl Posted: Jan 17, 2008 05:54 PM

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actually, u should post what ur looking for on vendors helping brides and get some quotes

GtBride Posted: Jan 17, 2008 11:50 PM

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you think i can get a yellow cab to pick me up?

craznan Posted: Jan 18, 2008 08:38 AM

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For a good DJ, I an using DJ Sharad. I have been to some of his parties and he is really good and his MC's really get the people involved. FM me if you want pricing.

Also, for limos, Camelot has rave reviews. I am using them and they really work within your budget and are very pleasant to deal with. Their Rolls Royce is beautiful. Speak to Joe and he will give you excellent quotes if you say the girls on LIW sent you there!!

AR31 Posted: Jan 18, 2008 09:18 AM

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I did post on the Vendors site and I got a lot of feedback which is great.. now ALL I need to do to finalize the limo part would be to figure a hotel where the family will be staying... they're asking for like 200 a night.. and of course my parents want to pay for like all of our family that will be staying for two nights..

By next weekend.. everything MUST be finalized..

When saw some quotes yesterday, I was seriously considering a yellow cab or big cheese bus!! you know.. make a statement.. something different