At most weddings, friends and sisters/brothers of the bride and groom are among those people who get to have the most fun, as well as bring all the events together with engaging with the guests. One major aspect of having fun at such events, particularly for many girls,

Grand parties that span over days, lavish, larger-than-life décor and merrymaking, hearty feasting - all these elements make up a modern big-fat-deshi-wedding! A magnificent celebration that brings two souls and their respective families and friends together to

And the journey begins. The radiance exuding from the blushing bride and the shy smile fixated on the groom's face say it all; their

First things first: every bride needs to have a clear idea in her mind about the kind of look she wants for each successive event. Extensive

There are some couples who choose to forego their honeymoon in favour of saving up for their future. Nonetheless, the honeymoon, it seems, is the first thing that would-be couples decide on before they even decide on the menu for their wedding.

Farzana Shakil seems to be a clairvoyant on every aspect almost to the surprise of her clients. Each and every bride comes out of the studio looking her best and almost every bride looks as regal as they imaged.

A wedding is great fun for everyone involved. The numerous events that let women dress up to their hearts' content, scrumptious

You ask any bride-to-be in Bangladesh, regarding what they have been worrying about most before their 'big day'; they would usually

What would you do if your future in-laws send over at your house a truck full of delicious food? Not a couple of trays, not a 'dala', not even a 'dekchi' but a truck full of them! Invite your close relatives and friends to engage in gluttony of course.

Every bride yearns for a fabulous dress, faultless make-up and ethereal jewellery. The entire look for the wedding day is imagined over a period of years, sometimes a lifetime. It's magical and enchanting and must be pulled off in utter precision.

Mothers-in law go to extreme ends to see their sons-in-law happy and pleased. And what better way than to serve delicious dishes on the table? For them it is a practice that continues throughout the years following the wedding, but the very first 'Jamai Khatir' is somewhat special.

Makeup is very important for the bride on her special day, an event where she reigns as the queen. In regards to this, Woman's World

It was once a tradition that the new bride of the house will cook a hearty meal for the entire family as soon as the wedding ceremonies come to a conclusion. This may no longer be expected from a bride, but someone who can cook a hearty meal does win a lot of hearts.

Although the origin of the Navratans (nine gems) is almost untraceable, the sacred jewellery deeply embedded in many Asian cultures,

Traditions are fluid, forever moving, changing shape while time passes by. The ritual of a son-in-law going shopping at the bazaar on the morning after the Reception has been a long cherished one.

A person's life is a treasure trove of memories. Little pearls of special moments string together and make a beautiful collection that brings smile to our face when we are grey and ancient.

There's only 30 days left, till the beginning of a range of occasions. There is no more time for indolence; things must be put into place, right now. Begin by creating a well-rounded to-do list for yourself. This can be done on an excel sheet or a piece of paper. Whatever you choose, make sure you keep enough space to incorporate new ideas that would emerge as you go.

It is one of the most important days in a person's life; a day when many dreams come true for many men and women. Naturally,

I have never had the chance of visiting Singapore during Christmas, until this time when faced with a medical emergency.

16 December, 1971 saw this nation taste victory for the first time. Resilient to injustice, the people of Bangladesh fought unequivocally for nine months, and achieved their very own sovereign country– Bangladesh.