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Whats Your Bridal Style?

Weddings are a magical experience, it's the time to celebrate the union of love and families and the beginning of the rest of your lives. Whether you've been planning your dream wedding since 10th grade or since he proposed, there is still lot to finalise upon. Out of which, the most important question is, What kind of bride are you? To help you with this query, we have shortlisted 4 bridal styles that will help you arrive at your answer.

Five Things A Bride Shouldn't Do The Week Before Her Wedding Day

Weddings are all about planning. Once the Bid date is announced, the preparation start. From invites to venues, food to décor, clothes to make-up artists, everything is pre-decided before the wedding celebrations begin

Ambiguous Egypt

As much as we love indulging at weddings, it can be stressful to plan and execute them to perfection. After all the wedding madness, the newlywed couple looks forward to a getaway. If you aren't the quintessential Mauritius or Bali honeymooning couple, then take the road less travelled. Egypt is one such destination that packs history and mythology as well as beaches and adventure sports into one holiday

The Lalit Bekal Luxury Redefined

Escape to a secret paradise situated alongside the Nombili river in Kerala and get ready to experience the finest hospitality by The Lalit Resort and Spa Bekal. Luxury at its best, I was in for a breathtaking vacation at this resort and spa spread across 26 acres of lush green expanse. I spent a few days in this stunning property and would recommend the same to anyone who's looking to escape everyday life and embrace nature in its purest form

LOVE will find a way

As we grow, the meaning of a relationship takes new forms. When we are young adults, we are seeking sparks and fireworks, when we are in our twenties, we are seeking adventure and passion, when we are in our thirties, we want stability and a home. Some people are lucky that they find it all in the same person, while some kiss a million frogs before they find their prince.

ARCHANA & CHERAN

Marriages are made in heaven!

Time tested elegance

CALENDAR LAUNCH EVENT 2023

The Enigmatic ALLure RITU VARMA

FROM DAINTY PLEATS OF A SAREE TO LUSH RUFFLES OF A LEHENGA, FROM A POWER SUIT HANDCRAFTED FOR ELEGANCE TO A COCKTAIL DRESS THAT SCREAMS CONFIDENCE, THE COVER FOR THIS EDITION OF VAARA BRINGS TOGETHER LOOKS FIT FOR VARIED OCCASIONS. RITU VERMA GRACES OUR COVERS TO SET THE TONE FOR A PROMISING 2023!

DESIGNER Diary

The new year is upon us and the wedding season is still far from over. Presenting to you the latest collections from top-notch design houses, we bring you the most popular names from the industry. From big-wigs like Sabyasachi Mukherjee to new-age designers like Shubhika Sharma, the list has it all.

To Be Or Not To Be

There will never be a time when life is simple. But there will always be time to practice accepting that. Every moment is a chance to let go and feel at peace. Here are some ways to get started

Everything You Need To Know About Lab-Grown Diamonds

Your engagement ring is one of the most important purchases you make in your life. Not only is it an investment, but there are a lot of factors you need to decide between. If you are on a budget and are not as concerned about the timelessness of a natural diamond, you can get a beautiful lab-created diamond at a fraction of the price. With mainstream jewellery brands gradually foraying into the lab-grown market, its safe to say that they are here to stay.

The Rulebook - What Necklace To Wear With What Neckline?

Its the small details that make or break your final bridal look. To make things a tad bit easier, we have decoded necklaces and necklines that work perfectly together

5 Ways To Rock Your Mehendi

From picking themes to floral jewellery, the mehendi function kickstarts the wedding festivities. Traditionally a North Indian ritual, has now become a world wide phenomenon. Usually applied on the hands and feet of the bride and in some cultures, the groom, mehendi designs have become all the rage. Here are some cool ones to choose from

10 Green Wedding Ideas For An Eco-Friendly Celebration

Minimising wastage and conserving resources is the need of the hour. Here's how to reduce your wedding's carbon footprint with just a few simple steps.

Let's Go Solo: A Grecian Adventure

The thought of travelling alone is nerve wracking. But if you choose the right destination, you can travel worry-free. Ujwala Raju walked the streets of picturesque Greece on her solo travel expedition that inspired us to explore the land of the Gods and Goddesses.

The Winter Fashion Edit 2022

Playing into the joys of seasonal styling, Sangeetha Kailash, Varaa’s Editor-in-Chief, strikes in on the landscape of winter fashion with three refreshing takes. Featuring a return of the spirited Manvita Kamath as the muse of the hour, Sangeetha joins forces with the dynamic celebrity and fashion photographer Lucky Malhotra, to create elevated looks, based on current style trends.

Why A Solo Trip Is Much-Needed Before Your Wedding

Move over bachelorette’ trips, its time for a soloette' trip.

10: Trending Make up Ideas For The Winter Bride

Today’s millennial bride keeps up with traditions but embraces it with a touch of rebellion. Sneakers under her sari Keep her comfortable, she likes tousled hair in comparison to a neat bun, she likes to rock a bold lip as well as a statement maangtika. Its all about personal style and choice for the bride of today, understanding what suits you best and sharing it with your make up artist. From soft to glowy and natural, get inspired by these expert-predicted and approved trends.

CHAMARAVAJRA THE EPITOME OF OPULENCE

Located in the heart of Namma Bengaluru, Chamara Vajra is a vast three-venue campus. It is adorned with green trees, elegant architecture, and ample open space that has something for everyone. Bask in the expansive space and experience tranquillity as you look at the serene views of the three venues of Chamara Vajra Mukta, Marakata Mannikya. Each of them is warm and unique in its own way.

HOT RIGHT NOW! SECRET STORY BAR AND KITCHEN

Want to give your dearest friend and bride-to-be a last soirée before she becomes a Mrs? Looking for a venue to celebrate the last of her single days with a big blowout? Secret Story, Bengaluru is the perfect places for a celebration.

SIT, SIP & UNWIND BYG BREWSKI BREWING COMPANY

If you're planning to throw your friends an engagement party or a single's night, the venue has to set the mood. The Byg Brewski at Hennur, Sarjapur, Yeshwantpur in Bengaluru is just the place for you. Bringing the glorious Nordic history of brewing to the city of Microbreweries; blending rustic with opulent and crafting an experience.

67TH PARLE FILMFARE AWARDS SOUTH 2022

It’s award season in the movie industry and bringing together cinematic brilliance under one roof was this year’s Filmfare Awards. Hosted in Bangalore, the event was attended by luminaries from the Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada film industry. The coveted Filmfare black lady was awarded to winners in various categories including acting, directing, music and technical talent. It took place on October 9th, 2022 at the International Exhibition Centre. Celebrities from all four south film industries graced the occasion with their presence and entertained the audience with their performances.

SOUTH INDIAN INTERNATIONAL MOVIE AWARDS 2022 Celebrating 10 years of SIIMA

The 10th edition of SIIMA was a cinema lover’s dream come true. With the biggest of stars from the South Indian film industry making their appearance, the award function was a pure celebration of talent and craft. Held on the 10th and 11th of September at Bangalore, the event saw a gamut of film actors, directors, producers, celebrities and other eminent personalities that are part of the fraternity.

RULING THE RED CARPET

Stealing the hearts of many with her red carpet looks, Manvita Kamath and Athulya Ravi feature in this special fashion report. Styled by our very own, Sangeetha Kailash who has mastered the looks and given it her distinguished style and taste and photographed by Lucky Malhotra, whose exemplary talent creates magic through his lens, here is an exclusive collection of looks from her red carpet appearance at the South Indian International Movie Awards

TOGETHER FOREVER PRISCA & KEVIN

A love story that began from a college campus, slowly making its way through the many phases of their lives, surviving long distance, pandemic, and an economic crisis. Prisca and Kevin are a match made in heaven. It’s a romance that one dreams of, together for 10 years, seen ups and downs, travelled the world and tied the knot in two beautiful ceremonies, first in Colombo, then in Chennai.

ONE JOURNEY, three routes

Travel is a true test of compatibility for couples. From the inception of a trip idea to managing finances, booking your stay to finally enjoying at the destination, a lot goes on in between. Today, we hear stories of three very diferent couples who are married but are redefining their roles and responsibilities in one.

THE AESTHETIC OF AUTHENTICITY with Athulya Ravi

STRADDLING THE LINE BETWEEN HISTORICAL HOMAGE AND 21ST CENTURY GLAMOUR, A WORLD OF ARCHITECTURAL WONDER COMES ALIVE AT THE KALDAN SAMUDHRA PALACE; WITH A STROKE OF CREATIVE GENIUS, BROUGHT ON BY THE INGENIOUS LUCKY MALHOTRA, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF SANGEETHA KAILASH, STAR STYLIST-DESIGNER CHAITANYA RAO, AND THE EVER-EFFERVESCENT ATHULYA RAVI.

SOUTHI AFRICA - World in one country

Unique, unconventional, and full of excitement - Varaa recommends the scenic destination of South Africa for your first vacation as newlyweds. For those who like to take the road less travelled, an adventurous trip to the land of the Big Five (lions, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos, and elephants) should be high on your bucket list together. For those looking for the perfect escape, South Africa is a mix of different experiences - an adventurous trek, a candid moment with wildlife, or a serenade by the sea - it is a place with a lot to offer.

CELEBRATING THE SKIN YOU'RE IN THE Vitiligo Way

As the sun rises on a new dawn of beauty, unrealistic societal standards are out. The act of embracing your natural self is a journey of effort, endurance, and celebrating the skin you're in. Setting the tone for an era of self-love and assurance, Varaa shines light on the new faces of fashion who strive to break barriers and reinvent the ideals of universal beauty.

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