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East-meets-West Summer Wedding
The ceremony strayed from any religious connotations to the pleasure of everyone around. It was short and sweet just like the bride. The groom and best man wore Westernized suits and the bride and maid of honor wore Indian sarees. The ceremony strayed from any religious connotations to the pleasure of everyone around. It was short and sweet just like the bride. T... more
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East-Meets-West Wedding Photo Gallery
My best friend’s sister was getting married. Lara, being part Indo-Canadian, decided on having an East-Meets-West Wedding including a traditional Mendhi Ceremony My best friend’s sister was getting married. Lara, being part Indo-Canadian, decided on having an East-Meets-West Wedding including a ... more
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The world's most expensive Indian Saree
How often have you come across a Rs. 40 lakh ($100,000) ? Silk Saree?
Chennai Silks of its kind and it is seeking an unmistakable entry into the Guinness Book of World Records for being the most unique and expensive saree.
The exceptionally stunning saree is meticulously woven with 12 precious stones and metals to depict 11 of Raja Ravi Verma's popular paintings. Explicitly projected is 'Lady Musicians.'Besides, the border of the saree pictures 10 other paintings of the artist that pays tribute to 20th century artist. How often have you come across a Rs. 40 lakh ($100,000) ? Silk Saree? ... more -
Indian Culture For Sale
Indian culture is so popular in the West these days. Being South Asian myself, I find it interesting to see people embrace eastern symbolism with very little knowledge about its origins.
I’ve explored the themes of Indian-inspired clothing (saris, salwar kamis...), beauty, and symbolism ('om,' buddhas...) and their prominence in the western community. I also interviewed a few Indians and a few White people to get their take on this phenomenon.
What do you think?
Do you think ancient traditions are being commodified? Indian culture is so popular in the West these days. Being South Asian myself, I find it interesting to see people embrace eastern sym... more
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