Priyanka was in NYC recently and made a special appearance for a DesiHits.com event.

Priyanka requested a natural, matte look for the event to compliment her pale pink, asymmetrical cocktail dress. Karuna delivered and the results are stunning!

While we all pay close attention to our face, to keep the skin glowing, dewy and clear for our wedding day beauty makeup, we tend to forget, some of our body parts will be revealed and are you really ready?

Renewal and spring cleaning are always top of mind this time of year. We turn our attention to discarding the old to make way for the new, and shedding the dull of winter in exchange for the vibrant, youthfulness of spring. As important as this renewal process is for nature, it is just as necessary for our skin.

Rejuvenating treatments are essential for clearing away dead winter cells and preparing the skin for summer. This is true of all skin, so think beyond only treating the face and explore how you can achieve whole body radiance. This will likely be a major concern for days spent in sun dresses and tank tops and don’t forget, OUR BRIDES!

Why Body Peels?  In a simple answer skin is skin, and regardless of where it is on the body it ages just as our faces do and is subject to the same harmful environmental elements. By treating the body with the same ingredients we use for facial rejuvenation, you can achieve healthy, radiant skin all over.

     Body peels, much like facial peels that clarify, brighten, lighten hyperpigmentation, treat acne, aging, work beyond just the surface to reduce course texture and fine lines, diminish age spots and hyperpigmentation, and help maintain healthier, more youthful looking skin. Peels are like a workout for the skin, you will notice an almost immediate difference in firmness, clarity and brightness which most of us want as we head into summer.

What You Need to Know

Though many of the formulas used in body peels will match those used in facial peels, there are different techniques and skin issues to be cognizant of before getting a body peel.

Of course, there are a variety of treatments using varying degrees of acids and enzymes to address specific concerns as well as comfort level, and a skin assessment will help determine which is best for you.

Remember, always protect your skin from damaging UVA and UVB rays by using sun block on the face and don’t forget, the arms and chest where the body is mostly exposed.

Love the sun DON’T WORSHIP IT!

Lilly Rivera, BridalGal Radiant Face & Body  www.bridalgal.com

Looking into a destination wedding? One Bal Harbour Resort and Spa in Miami is the best of both worlds – a luxurious retreat in the middle of a bustling city. It’s just a short drive from the nightclubs and excitement of South Beach Miami, but retains the feel of its own private oasis. With a total of 124 rooms and only 2 rooms per floor, it is the epitome of  a SLH hotel. The suites each have expansive terraces overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, complimentary Internet, and rich interiors. The opening of an all-new American restaurant (think peppercorn encrusted filet mignon) has added to the hotel’s already impressive amenities. The spa and salon are one of the best in Miami, and there are plenty of activities (beach, complimentary surf boards, paddles boards, etc.) to keep kids busy while you get pampered. If you ever manage to leave the hotel, you can visit the posh Bal Harbour Shops around the corner or indulge at the world-famous clothing optional Haulover Beach.

Miami itself is the perfect blend of buzz and relaxation, modern and tropical, edge and culture. It’s a completely different climate only three hours away from New York City. One Bal Harbour is the ideal Miami experience and truly one of our favorites. We at Spotlight Style can personally attest to their mind-blowing catering services. The director, Alice Villar, is beyond passionate about her job, and her attention to detail will make each guest feel special. This is the perfect location for a wedding of 200 or less or a honeymoon destination. Check out the website or get in touch with us for more information about One Bal Harbour. In the mean time, enjoy the gorgeous photos…

¡Vamos a Miami!

Remember that fabulous wedding we did in Florida? If you don’t, check out one of our old blog posts – “No Flurries in Florida” dated December 30^th. We mention in the blog that the couple had a custom-made movie made by Pacific Pictures for their entrance as husband as wife. Were you curious about the movie? Well now you can see it for yourself! Here’s the link:

http://www.vimeo.com/22593754

And to follow through, the couple rode in on the same motorcycle from the film! The audience was totally blown away.

Want something as exciting for your wedding? Send us an e-mail and we’ll get on it!

TOP 4 WORST WEDDING SPEECHES:

1. After going on about how wonderful the groom was, the best man ended his speech with the following thought about the bride, “The one thing I learned about (bride’s name) is that I should never use the bathroom after her.” WOW. As you can imagine, there was pin-drop silence following this potty remark. Word of advice – don’t mention anything to do with bowel movements or bathroom related activities in a wedding speech!
2. At a very, very traditional wedding, the white groom took the mike and told the audience, “What everyone needs to watch out about (bride’s name) is that she’s one of the crankiest people in the world when she gets up in the morning.” Not so bad right? Except that the bride was never supposed to have slept over at the groom’s! He was NOT supposed to know this information. The family was totally scandalized.
3. Instead of a speech, one Uncle came out dressed in a clown outfit and sang “Mera Naam Joker Hai” (My Name Is Joker). Yeah…
4. The bride’s friends spent the evening giving speeches about the following: the bride’s previous serious boyfriend, her one-night stands at college, and the many men she dated. It went something along the lines of, “I remember when you were in college and you used to date all those guys…” Eek! Talk about psyching the groom out.

Additional Wedding Speech Tips

To avoid the catastrophes above, we’ve come up with a list of tips to keep your speeches enjoyable and classy:

1. Keep it short! 4 minutes tops. Seriously.
2. Keep the number of speeches to 4 total.
3. DO NOT GIVE A SPEECH DRUNK! THIS IS NEVER A GOOD IDEA!
4. Again, for reiteration, no mention of bathroom business.
5. Avoid talking about previous boyfriends/one-night stands etc. Not the time and place.
6. Uh… no costumes please!
7. Try and say nice things. It’ll brighten the day rather than make everyone uncomfortable.

E-mail us if you have any funny wedding speeches of your own! We can put together a collection of these “momentous” occasions.

The Royal Wedding… are you as sick of the hype as we are? It is, undoubtedly, a fairytale occasion that brings us all back to our little girl selves prancing around the house in tiaras. But there is only so much we can take! Leave it to the American media to take things way too far (do we really need to know which Starbucks Kate likes to hang out at?). Paris Hilton phrased it perfectly when asked for her opinion – “It’s not my wedding, so, uh… I’m not really that excited…” EXACTLY.
Nevertheless, we at Shaadi Studio do have our own wedding coming up and we are excited. We have been giving you updates on the Cayman Islands wedding for the past few weeks, but now the fateful day is just around the corner! With most of the planning almost done, we are shifting our attention to the details. Here are some of the fun, personalized touches we’ve come up with:

1. When the guests arrive all blurry-eyed at their hotel rooms, they’ll find a note from the bride and groom on their doorknob saying, “Welcome to the Cayman Islands! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!”
2. Since the Welcome Dinner will be on the beach (don’t you want to be there?), we’ll be handing each guest a pair of flip flips that say, “take one, take a load off.” Cute.
3. On the night of the reception, we will be giving each guest a “midnight snack” bag full of goodies. If snacks weren’t enough, that night’s turndown service will include a slice of traditional Tortuga rum cake on each bedside table.
4. At the Wedding Ceremony, we’ll be handing out little bags of nuts that say, “We’re nuts about you. Love, the bride and groom.”
5. Instead of a guestbook, the bride and groom have chosen a giant puzzle with their names on it. Guests get to write their note on the back of one of the puzzle pieces. Much more entertaining!

Sounds fun, doesn’t it? The devil is always in the details.

Before we sign off, we’ll leave you with one more thing:

WATCH IT, it’s worth the laugh!

            Tarun Tahiliani is no new name to the South Asian fashion industry. His ethnically inspired designs have established him as respected designer and trend-setter since the ‘90s. He is widely known for his love of all things Indian, textiles, glitter, color, and oomph. His ability to give traditional Indian clothing a contemporary, high fashion edge has won him much international appeal. Today, we’re giving you a sneak peek into his bridal collection. Take in the sequins, resham embroidery, motifs, and gorgeous color palette from the designer some call the “Emperor of Bridal Couture”…

Check out Tarun Tahiliani’s website for more information on the dynamic designer and his new collections.

Magic Bullet

Dyson Vacuum

Calphalon CS Nonstick 10-pc. Cookware Set

Crate and Barrel Tiered Spice Rack

Flexible Cutting Boards

Salt & Pepper Mills

OXO Spatula

Fine China and Regular China Set

Steamer

Kitchen Cutlery Set (with a great set of knives)

Caphalon Cookware Set

Crate & Barrel Spice Rack

OXO Flexible Spatula

Crate & Barrel Knife Set

What would an Indian wedding be without dance and song? Bollywood numbers and bhangra tunes are a vital part of the celebration! Problem is, there are so many tunes out there to choose from… The latest Bollywood songs played at weddings change as fast as Bollywood actors change costumes. To help you find the perfect tunes, we bring you a list of TOP 10 must-have songs that will definitely get the party started:

1. Ainvayi Ainvayi-Band Baaja Baaraat A fun number known as the “war of the sexes” song. It has a mix of Punjabi flavors and wedding bash vibes. Just get the girl’s and boy’s sides to put on they’re dancing shoes and go freestyle!
2. Nagada Nagada-Jab We Met Brings the rustic folklore charm of Punjabi bhangra to any party. An ideal one to either start the sangeet ceremony or end it with.
3. Aahun Aahun-Love Aaj Kal A full-out fusion piece that mixes both lyrical and musical aspects of Punjabi, Hindi, and Western music. An all around awesome song to dance to.
4. Aapka Kya Hoga-Housefull This is a retake of the old super hit song “Apni To Jaise Taise” from Laawaris (1981). Get your aunts and uncles on the stage for an impromptu dance!
5. Khaike Paan Banaras-Don CLASSIC-HIT!!! Definitely a big crowd-pleaser.
6. Jhoom Barabar Jhoom-Jhoom Barabar Jhoom Takes fun to a new level altogether. The song boasts a completely different tune while still hanging on to its hardcore North Indian feel.
7. Say Shava Shava-K3G A typical Punjabi celebration dance track. It is one safe number that no one will get bored of listening and dancing to.
8. Sajanji Vaari Vaari-Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. A fun number with a truly funky appeal. Its high-spirited, vivacious tune is sure to get the hips shaking on the dance floor.
9. Sheila Ki Jawani-Tees Maar Khan A HUGE hit with a fusion of desi sounds.
10. Munni Badnaam Hui Darling-Dabangg Another incredible item number that will get everyone dancing at a sangeet party.