Innholdsfortegnelse for Weddings and Honeymoons 2021-2022 i Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

THE YEAR MAY be drawing to a close, but India’s biggest wedding season is here in full swing, in all its colourful glory. Travel + Leisure India & South Asia’s special annual edition of Weddings & Honeymoons 2021 is everything you need to plan, probably, the most important day of your life. Our carefully curated sections on the best of bridal jewellery, couture, and accessories will help you design the perfect trousseau. From the latest in beauty products and bridal make-up trends—this issue lets you in on the au courant flavour of Indian weddings. Whether you are planning a destination wedding in India or abroad, make sure you don’t miss our concise list of venues that will bring festive vibrancy to your postcard-perfect wedding celebrations. From the best of luxury…

Piaget Limelight Gala High Jewellery Watch If your idea of a timeless jewel is something vividly colourful and pop, then turn your gaze towards this Piaget offering. With a case and bracelet crafted in 18k white gold, it is studded with 91 brilliant-cut diamonds. The dial is a work of art. This decadent piece of haute horlogerie is meant to be paired with a glamorous gown for reception night. Price on request; piaget.com Chopard Imperiale Although green may stand out as an unconventional colour choice for a bridal timepiece, the Chopard Imperiale’s soothing tone certainly makes a statement. Showcasing a rose-gold case studded with diamonds, the watch is a visual delight. Moreover, its openwork, sword-shaped hands and Roman hour markers accentuate its design sensibilities. ₹34,82,855; chopard.com Panerai Piccolo Due MadrePerla A…

What went into planning your dream wedding during the pandemic? Honestly, it was pretty emotional. Everything was so uncertain during the pandemic. Our wedding plans had to be changed thrice. Originally, we had planned to host the ceremonies in Udaipur, but because of COVID-19, we wanted to avoid air travel. So, we moved the wedding to Mumbai. Then, just 20 days before the wedding, the second lockdown was announced, and I, too, contracted COVID-19. Finally, 15 days before the wedding, our families came together and decided to host the ceremonies in Alibaug. We had the most amazing planners on board, FB Celebrations (fbcelebrations.com). They managed to organise the entire wedding in Alibaug in less than 15 days! In the end, it all went well. What are the key things one…

Charisma of Qatar A penchant for luxury draped in tradition feeds into Qatar’s magnetism. Perhaps that’s why so many Indians choose this historic country as their wedding destination. QATAR HAS LONG LURED COUPLES keen on lavish wedding celebrations seeped in traditions. With magnificent venues, splendid climate, luxurious hotels, unmatched hospitality, marvellous infrastructure, and picturesque backdrops in its kitty, this Middle-Eastern nation ticks all the right boxes for a grand, sophisticated wedding. All of three-and-a-half hours away aboard Qatar Airways—the country’s national carrier and widely credited as the world’s best—this royal nation has cemented its name as the safest and richest country in the world. Qatar’s seamless travel and arrival experiences only elevate the entire affair. Apart from offering a free visa-on-arrival and end-to-end airport assistance, the Government of Qatar, along…

ABHINAV MISHRA Intricate mirror-work over a spectrum of bright colours defines Abhinav Mishra’s take on bridal couture. Picture tones of yellow, orange, greens, and blues. “My sole advice to all brides is to not wear something just because other brides are also wearing it. Try to be understated rather than going over the top. Subtlety speaks volumes,” advises Mishra. abhinavmishraofficial.com SHYAMAL & BHUMIKA A seamless confluence of varied hand techniques and striking contrasts is how one can best describe designer-duo Shyamal and Bhumika’s work. Nothing is off limits: elegance and extravagance come packed together. “[Opt for] traditional wedding lehengas and saris embroidered with age-old techniques of aari, zardozi, and pitta in tumbling vines, floating flower bouquets, delicately appliquéd petals, and gilded, vintagecrest motifs,” suggests Shyamal. shyamalandbhumika.com TARUN TAHILIANI Think of…

What, according to you, defines 2021’s bridal couture sensibilities? Every day, I meet brides who know exactly what they want. They come with such clarity of thought! They know what colour palette, silhouette, textile, and even embroidery technique can narrate their story best. Today’s brides are exceptionally evolved and are looking for mindful bridalwear. With increasing awareness towards sustainable and slow fashion, brides are asking all the right questions. They wish to invest in tradition and heritage, but with a touch of individuality. And this reflects in the way they engage with luxury, currently. In short, brides nowadays are more connected with the sentiment that underlines a wedding attire; they know the importance of fit and fall, and they want to build a timeless narrative with their bridal outfits. What…

Dindi, Andhra Pradesh Nestled at the intersection of the Godavari River and the Bay of Bengal, Dindi is a little slice of beachy heaven. Explore the lush greenery of the village via a bicycle ride, where you can also spot exotic birds that have come in search of Dindi’s serene backwaters. Antarvedi Beach, where the river meets the sea, is a must-visit location surprisingly free of crowds. Soak in the view undisturbed, with just each other’s company and the hum of waves crashing on to the shore. Or trek along the 26-kilometre-long beach that runs through coastal areas, and interact with local fishermen. Visit the nearby heritage village, Peruru, where time stands still, leaving the community, its culture, and the buildings as they were a century ago. Stay: Palavelli Godavari,…

CHERRY DEOL Flowers or hair jewellery? Flowers add a breath of freshness to a bride’s look; they enhance the hairdo more than the usual hair accessories. For multiple functions, a bride can create different hairstyles just by adding a variety of fresh flowers—baby’s breaths along with daisies for the mehendi ceremony; roses and carnations for the wedding day; and artificial accessories with an open hairdo for cocktail night. ( @makeupbycherryy) OJAS RAJANI Top three make-up must-haves for a winter bride. A winter bride should pick a good illuminating skin serum to brighten her skin during gloomy days. Also, a smooth, dewy-finish foundation and concealer is a great buy. Choose a tinted liquid blush in peach or pink hues for flushed cheeks, lips, and eyelids. ( @ojasrajani) Pakkhi P Siroya Top…

5 Essentials for a Destination Wedding ▶ Polaroid camera▶ Comfortable shoes▶ Phone▶ Battery backup▶ Research about the place What does travel mean to you? Travelling is like finding a bit of my soul in different places, but at the same time leaving behind a part of me in every place I go to. I’ve met different people and understood cultures, and I have realised how vast the world is. I have grown so much because of travelling. What was your favourite part about the Hilton Goa Resort? It was the fact that you can get a view of the river, and you can really disconnect and be one with nature. I also loved the fact that you can go to the beach whenever you want to. What does your dream…

What are the top three bridalwear trends this year? I think the top bridalwear trends this year have to include layering. It’s something that brides should be looking at because it’s trendy, cool, interesting, and makes for a different look. Whether it’s cropped jackets or a long Anamika jacket under a sari, it’s beautiful—especially if you’re getting married in the winter. Another bridal trend that I’d recommend has to be wearing hues of greys and blues, and deeper colours. Sticking to one statement jewellery piece is another bridal trend this year. As a bride, you’re going to layer jewellery. But for other events, such as your mehendi and haldi, focus on one statement piece. What colour palette will do the rounds this season? I think tone-on-tone is doing really well;…