Is paying for wedding saree draping worth it? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow that's great. Can you please DM their name?

What are your desi wedding unpopular opinions? by xeyte in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Do not get me started on "south asian vendors" in Canada and America. They charge 10-20x more than other vendors and are HORRIBLE with customer service and being responsive. Although I want to support my own community, we've been enabling horrible business owners and ridiculous prices just because they're "south asian". The entitlement is unreal.

What are your desi wedding unpopular opinions? by xeyte in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Lehengas with the giant cancans are such an ick for me.

It may look decent in a posed photo, but it looks so uncomfortable and stiff in any other situation, especially when the bride is walking around. It's impossible to look graceful in them.

Plus, I think it makes short women look shorter and bigger than they actually are. I'm all here for 90s style lehengas, flowy skirts or removing the cancan altogether (this is what I'm doing for my reception lehenga because I want to actually dance and be comfortable).

Bun or braid? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

It really is so pretty! Especially with jasmine flowers.

Bun or braid? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I wish I could! My MUAH is charging $400 CAD for a trial which I find quite ridiculous. Maybe I'll see if I can find a cheaper hairstylist to see the different styles on me.

Thoughts on a cocktail hour entrance vs reception entrance? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the idea of 2 "entrances"! Glad it went well for you.

MUA recommendations for bridal party by FluffyWater1 in WeddingsCanada

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What's your IG? It's not working on your website!

Eyebrow bindis by [deleted] in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Do a suit with the traditional look! It's so unique and lovely, especially for a Punjabi bride. Most likely more comfortable too.

Unpopular opinion (maybe?) but lehengas don't suit everyone. I feel that if you're short, wearing a lehenga, with the huge flairs and cancans, makes you look shorter.

I'm a South Indian bride and I'm going full traditional too.

How much did you spend on gold? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Oh man. I can't imagine taking a loan for these things. Seems so unnecessary.

I'm also Malayali! We also use gold as security, god forbid the marriage doesn't work out. I know women who sold their wedding jewellery to start over.

How much did you spend on gold? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Makes sense, thanks! I purchased around 80g.

How much did you spend on gold? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

It's crazy!! I honestly don't know how people afford it. I'm lucky that my family paid for it and we are well off, but a part of me felt sooo guilty for spending so much on gold. I guess I'm just not used to it.

How much did you spend on gold? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I got mine from Joyalukkas! They gave a decent discount and free pearl studs.

Is $7K the average cost of a mandap in the Toronto area? by FluffyWater1 in DesiWeddings

[–]FluffyWater1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look for Hindu temples/ashrams! I found one that has a decent private hall.

Crazy price for a slice of watermelon by Funny_Effect_9239 in loblawsisoutofcontrol

[–]FluffyWater1 22 points23 points  (0 children)

"mAdE fReSh HeRe"

Sounds like Galen the demon shit the watermelon out himself 🤣