Femina - September 2022

In this issue

It's the season of weddings and our cover stars and soon-to-be-married couple, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal had an interesting perspective on marriage and partnership, as you’ll see on the pages ahead. And who better than them to make this year’s Wedding Issue special, for us and for you. From planning a wedding multiple times over, to not letting any tropes define the way forward for them, the actors’ well-acquired clarity on thoughts on weddings is a breath of fresh air.

Inspired by their love story and our collective love for weddings, this issue is noteworthy for it’s all about the season of celebration of what else, but love and togetherness. Our fashion pages will help you identify the biggest trends in bridal couture, whereas beauty will show you just how to nail the glam department. From top hair and makeup artists to couturiers, we have the best voices from the industry to help you make the perfect choices. From a list of must-ask questions before saying yes to planning a honeymoon, and from having a sustainable celebration to food trends, and tips on staying fit, we got you. Here’s something for everyone, this wedding season because we want you to be … you!

They ᎠO!

BEFORE THEY FINALLY TIE THE KNOT THIS MONTH, RICHA CHADHA AND ALI FAZAL OPEN UP TO SHILPA DUBEY ABOUT PLANNING A WEDDING MULTIPLE TIMES, AND STAYING IN LOVE THROUGHOUT

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SKIN DEEP

EXPERT DERMATOLOGIST DR MEGHNA MOUR SHEDS LIGHT ON THE BASICS OF AESTHETIC PROCEDURES

2 mins

How to SURVIVE A WEDDING

PLANNING A WEDDING? RAVINA M SACHDEV AND VASVI GUPTA TALK TO EXPERTS FOR SHAADI HACKS THAT'LL MAKE THINGS EASIER

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KNOT, Your Style

If you’re looking for your wedding to be totally unique, you have to put yourselves and some serious thought into it. Here are one-off nuptials that are sure to inspire.

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I DO...DO I?

Planning to marry? Don't forget to have these discussions early to avoid being disappointed later.

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YOUR CHILD… Someone’s Wedding

Weddings are exciting for children, but managing them can be a challenge for parents. Here’s how you can make it a great day for your kids – and yourself.

4 mins

Marrying Again? Take The Kids Along!

Second marriages are often fraught with minor challenges when it comes to the kids. Kayal Arivalan shares expert recommended ways to navigate your way through the relationship

2 mins

FIT Amid The Fun

Kalwyna Rathod tells you how to stay committed to fitness through the wedding season

1 min

The Modern BRIDAL Brigade

Designer SAWAN GANDHI loves the big, fat Indian wedding, but outdated bridalwear not so much. He's swapping ritualistic designs with his contemporary numbers that don't drown out their wearers. It's a quality that is raising his profile among modern Indian brides.

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Masters of Them All

In August, Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla entered its 37th year in the Indian fashion business. Despite what feels like eons, the designers ABU JANI and SANDEEP KHOSLA have managed to not only stay relevant but also continued to set the bar high for others with their work. Ashwini Arun Kumar talks with the duo about their whirlwind journey that’s dotted with iconic bridal couture

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OUT WITH THE OLD

If TARUN TAHILIANI wrote the previous rulebook of bridal dressing, his India Couture Week 2022 collection, Painterly Dreams, is a palimpsest showcasing everything that's new and current. More importantly, it was designed after interacting with brides who told him what they want to wear.

5 mins

FLORALLY ENTWINED

Let the traditional bun take a backseat as you explore a contemporary bridal hairdo.

1 min

HOT RIGHT NOW

All that's fresh and fun in the beauty space

2 mins

SHINING WITH THE STARS

Astronaut SIRISHA BANDLA worked hard at her dream of going into space despite having it shattered once. The young Indian-origin astronaut talks to Shraddha Kamdar about her incredible experience in space – and about doing a somersault!

4 mins

We’re All Capable OF BEING PART OF A Revolution

Star Wars fans are in for a treat with Andor, the prequel that explores a new perspective from the Star Wars galaxy. Kashika Saxena speaks to actors DIEGO LUNA and GENEVIEVE O’REILLY on what it means for the franchise

3 mins

Showcasing The Real TREASURE

SURBHI AGARWAL’s endeavour to support craftsmen and help preserve the country’s vast cultural heritage is putting India on the global map, finds Kalwyna Rathod

3 mins

A SUITABLE MATCH

Shraddha Kamdar observes how the idea of arranged marriage has evolved over the years, how social constructs have been challenged and changed, and, yet, some of the archaic ones remain

3 mins

FROM HER KITCHEN TO YOURS

When life presented her with an opportunity, ROOPA NABAR turned her passion for food into a profession. She talks to Shraddha Kamdar about working on her first cookbook Varan Bhaat To Biryani: My Romance With Food, one that she wants to leave as a legacy for future generations

3 mins

Make Yours A SUSTAINABLE WEDDING

PRERANA AGARWAL SAXENA, founder of Theme Weavers Designs, helps you plan one

2 mins

THE HONEYMOON GUIDE

Planning a getaway after your wedding? Ravina M Sachdev gets experts to tell us about the top trends for the year

4 mins

No Stress, No Mess

Don’t let work-related pressures be the downfall of your happy marriage. Here’s how to help your partner cope with work stress.

2 mins

Stay Connected

Vasvi Gupta shares tips to help you keep your long-distance friendships thriving

2 mins

Dimsums Galore

Head to Honk at Pullman Aerocity, New Delhi, for the perfect Sunday brunch Pan Asian restaurant Honk is chic and exquisite, and well-known for its dimsums and sushi.

1 min

WHAT'S HOT

new launches

2 mins

Is Bitcoin A Blessing Or A Curse?

Bitcoin is a digital currency that was designed to provide an alternative payment system that operates independently of a central authority but otherwise functions identically to conventional currencies. Anoushka poddar, a 17-year-old student, odissi dancer and passionate advocate for social change, shares a detailed note on the pros and cons of bitcoins

5 mins

Help Your Skin Breathe

What: Uniqaya’s new products

1 min

Intense Colour Play-Off

What: Extreme Stay Liquid Eyeliner from RENEE cosmetics

1 min

Style with Elegance

What: The festive collection from Tara-C-Tara

1 min

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