• What is the maximum seated capacity at the venue?
• Envision your wedding reception set up in the banquet hall and go through the layout in detail.
• Is there space for everything you want to incorporate?
• Ask for a tour of the entire facility, not just the reception area.

• Is your desired date available?

• Ask yourself what changes you will need to make to the hall for it to flow with your wedding theme.
• Talk these over with the banquet hall manager in detail so you can find out about any restrictions.
• The Cost
• What is the total rental fee and what does this price include?
• Are there discounts for certain days and times?
• Many banquet halls will have wedding day packages which will suit your budget.
• Keep in mind that there may be numerous hidden costs that are not written out on paper. Some examples are cake cutting fees, linen and glassware rentals, corking fees, gratuity etc.
• Have the management discuss all fees with you in advance so you can arrive at a final cost that is within your budget.
  

• Does the facility allow outside catering?
• If you will be using the venue’s food service, when can you set up a tasting?
• Food and drinks can make or break a wedding reception!
• Ask about any restrictions for outside catering and any licenses the caterer must have before serving food at the venue.
• Many venues will also have a list of pre-approved Indian caterers for you to choose from.
• Bringing in your own alcohol will always be more cost-effective, so ask if this is an option and what quantity they recommend.
  

• Is valet parking available and what are the costs?
• Is there a separate parking area for the facility or is it shared?
• Walk through the parking area to ensure that it is well-kept and maintained as this is where the first impression will begin for your guests.
• Will the parking area pose a problem if it rains?

• Does the venue provide a wedding coordinator to help you with the planning?
• Who will be your contact person on the day of the wedding? When can you meet them?
• If you will not be hiring your own wedding planner, you will need to meet with the venue’s coordinator in advance and become comfortable with him/her.
• Also introduce the coordinator to your parents or whoever will be helping you most with the wedding reception.

• Is overnight accommodation provided for the bride and groom?
• Most hotels will offer group discounts for weddings and the wedding reception hotel may be the perfect place for out of town guests to stay.
  

• An interesting décor can transform any venue. Is the decorator competent to do so?
• Does he create Rangoli arrangements too?
• What innovative décor can he suggest for the entrance?
• Does he have photographs of the mandaps and sets he has designed?
• How many options does he have for the stage backdrop?

• Food plays an important role in the wedding festivities. Don't forget to ask your caterer these critical questions.
• What does he charge per plate? Don't assume that a buffet or food stations is less expensive that a sit down dinner.
• Remember, it depends more on what type of food you serve that determines the price.
• Does he charge separately for the sweet dish/icecream and cold drinks?
• Ask what is done with the leftover food. Particularly, if you are having a buffet or food stations there can be food leftover.
• You can choose to have the leftover food given to a homeless shelter or similar charity organization.
• You can ask your caterer to pack the leftover food for the bride or groom's parents.
• It's a big help if they are entertaining any out-of-town relatives.
  

Weight Loss Tips for Brides
Author: Gail Young

• Your big day is fast approaching and you're terrified that you won't fit into that dream wedding gown you've bought.
• Follow this simple, yet proven approach for 3-4 weeks before your wedding day and drop at least one dress size.
• The stress and anxiety that most brides experience as their wedding day approaches can be overwhelming for them.
• The amount of preparation involved and the countless number of details needing attention can make it very difficult to eat sensibly and maintain even a modest level of good nutrition.

• Bridal hair specialist and author of The Business of Bridal Beauty, as well as creator of www.weddinghair.com, Gretchen Maurer has some excellent wedding hair style tips to offer.
• She is also a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants.
• Bridal hair styles need to reflect the brides' personality and personal style.
• The "natural" days are finally ending as today's bride looks for "more" from her wedding day salon services.
• More fun, more beauty, and more individuality are what brides are in search of.
• Theme weddings, museum receptions, and creative personal touches help originate a "signature touch" for the couples' big day.
• Wedding Hair Style Tips for LONG Hair
• If your hair is long and you wear it pulled back most of the time than an elegant Updo would be just the look.
• Incorporate a detail from your gown into your hair design.
• Details such as braiding or twisting of fabric can be duplicated into
• If your hair is medium in length it can be curled and worn with a sparkly headband or tiara to dress it up.
• Or simply tuck some hair behind your ears and use one of the very popular decorative hair clips to hold it back.
• Tip: If your dream is to wear it up and you have a few months grow it out, go for it.

• Tip Five: Consult the Experts
• Hey, not all of us have the budget to hire a makeup artist to transform our bridal beauty into something amazing.
• There's no need to panic - there are trained experts right behind the counter of many of your local cosmetic stores.
• Most cosmetic companies now offer bridal consultations for free, and they will show you really great techniques and insider tricks.
• Usually, these consultations are performed by a professional makeup artist, so you can glide right through the process on your big day.

• Decide on your choice of beautician well in advance so that she begins with you well before the date.
• This also helps the beautician to organise herself as well as get acquainted with the client, which is very important.
• She not only gets to know her preferences as regards her hair-do, make-up and clothes but also gets to know her as a person.
• If you have a chronic pimple problem or any other skin problem see a doctor first then your beautician as pimples are primarily related to bad digestion.
• Begin your skin care routine by cleansing your face with a mixture of natural products like curd, besan, haldi, honey, milk and limejuice.
• Apply this after washing your face with a gentle face wash.
• When you return home after a hectic day of shopping, wash your face and apply sandalwood paste.
• Make sure you are not constipated as this will show on your face.
• If you plan on wearing a sari for the occasion, practice the art of wearing the sari along with your jewellery and the high heels so that you get used to it.
• Very often the sari is so heavy that if worn at the last minute the bride just cannot sit or stand comfortably.
• If you plan on wearing cosmetic lenses for your marriage, do practice wearing them well ahead of time.
• Very often it so happens that lenses cause red eyes or watering from the eyes.
• A complete hair, make-up and dress trial at least four months as a lot of loose ends can be tied up.
• Besides if you wish to make some changes it may not be possible at the last moment.

• No Indian wedding is ever complete without the Mehendi.
• Whichever part of the country the bride may be from, her hands are adorned with the lovely red hue of the mehendi (mehndi).
• Beauty parlours have special bridal mehendi packs - these days, the brides have a choice between the Indian mehendi (which covers pretty much most of the palm) and the Arabic mehendi (in which the pattern is drawn to one side of the hand). The cost of applying the mehendi / henna may vary from parlour to parlour.
• From adorning brides' hands, to being used to make hip tattoos on arms and bellies, Mehendi / Mehndi or Henna has gone international.
• Once a typically Indian custom and an indispensable part of a brides makeup, Mehendi has gone cosmopolitan thanks to the attention it gets through stars like Madonna, No Doubt and Bjork.

• Firstly, remember that bride hair is going to be the focal point and you should make sure it is in perfect condition
• Treat yourself to a series of intensive conditioning treatments.
• These can be done at home or in a salon, but should start at least eight weeks before the wedding.
• Next, it you intend having your hair style done by a hairdresser on your wedding day don't make that your one and only visit
  

For the Groom to be

• It's now times for you to make a new start with more responsibilities and commitments. There are many qualities that decide the personality of a man.
• What you wear is just one of them. Dressing up is an important factor, especially when you are getting married.
• You can go for a western or formal wear like a suit or a tuxedo or if you wish be traditional and ethnic than you can opt for sherwanis, Jodhpuri suits, kurta pyjamas.

Groom Skin Care Tips

• These acids actually reduce the pore size and help avoid ingrown hairs.
• So these are some of the tips you can try out to main your skin.

Wedding Suits

• Nowadays varieties of alluring Indian wedding suits are available in the market. Indian suits are a fusion of rare fabrics and western style with an Indian touch.
• Wedding suit depends on the budget and your personal style and liking.
• First you should decide on the shirt, sthe material of the shirt depending on the climatic conditions, preferably cotton is suitable for all season.
• It is always good to opt for self colored or plain shirt because it looks best with the overcoat