19th Issue

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Hello!
Bride and Groom
Magazine, covers all
aspects of weddings
for its readers,
bringing the latest
information and
trends to their fingertips. I hope that the
articles that you would come across in
turning the pages of this issue, would
prove to be useful. Subject areas this time
include bouquets, shoes, cake toppers
and wedding invites amongst other
interesting topics.
The Bride and Groom Wedding Fair
2013 is scheduled to be held at the
BMICH in Colombo on the 19th. 20th and
21st July this year, where once again,
leading industry service providers will be
gathering to display their creations and
capabilities. We invite those interested in
meeting with reputed designers, photographers,
venue representatives and other
participants, to visit the event. There
would also be live demonstrations and
competitions to keep you entertained.
The annual Bride and Groom Designer
Wedding Show too will be held at the
end of 2013, so do keep an eye out for
more information. We shall be updating
our website www.brideandgroom.lk with
the venue details and dates. It would be
your chance to see the latest bridal trends
at this event, as it is where the leading
designers in Sri Lanka would showcase
their creative and innovative bridal
designs.
Now in its 19th issue, the magazine is
looking for new ways to expand its topics
and presentation and is open for suggestions
by its valued readers. So please
send in your ideas to
info@brideandgroom.lk The team looks
forward to your feedback!
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PUBLISHED BY:
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CEO/MANAGING EDITOR:
Pramith Mallawaratchie
EDITOR:
Natasha Mawella
MANAGER OPERATIONS:
Wasana Liyanapathirana
DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR:
Indunil Wickramasena
SENIOR DESIGN COORDINATOR:
Susantha Jayawardana
DESIGN ASSISTANT:
Ravindu Aluthge
PRINTED BY:
M.D.Gunasena Printers
Da Vinci
PHOTOGRAPHY:
Dimitri Crusz
Dhanush De Costa
Natha Samarasinghe
Preveen Rodrigo
Studio 3000DF
CONTRIBUTORS:
Dilsh Dil
Fathima Razik
Ishani Ranasinghe
Lucien De Silva
Michael Wijesuriya
Milindu Mallawaratchie
Nayana Karunarathne
Prasanna Welangoda
Poru
Ramzi Rahaman
Rukshila Galappatthige
Roshan Donesa
Sumudu De Silva Stephen
Suramya Hettiarachchi Perera
Suwendrani Mallawaratchie
Thusitha Ethugala
Wedding Favors Inspirations

Too good to eat?
Selecting Shoes for the Wedding
Photographer dos and don’ts
The Legendary Ramzi Rahaman
Selecting Wedding Favours
Era Beach by Jetwing
A Marriage Made in Heaven
An Invitation to Remember
Confetti: what to do and not to do
Stepping in and out of a car, Gracefully
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OUTFIT, HAIR & MAKEUP BY: MICHAEL WIJESURIYA JEWELLERY BY: VOGUE JEWELLERS FLOWERS BY: PORU BOUQUET BY: LUCIEN DE SILVA
GROOM’S OUTFIT BY: IMTIAZ HUSSAIN PHOTOGRAPHY BY: DIMITRI CRUSZ DECOR BY: PORU MODELS: DILANJI (BRIDE), ERANGA (GROOM)
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Vogue Jewellers
for Sparkling Diamonds
Diamonds are more than a girls’ best
friend – it’s an everlasting investment!
Coveted and desired for its precious properties,
the Diamond is an eternally prized
possession in any society or culture. With a
stable valuation more consistent than any
other precious stone, the Diamond makes
for the perfect investment for your loved
ones. Diamonds make heads turn and jaws
drop, which is why any woman would never
say no to the real deal.
Vogue Jewellers –The Bridal Jeweller in Sri
Lanka, now offers its customers the chance
to purchase Diamonds of varying carat
size, clarity, cut and colour along with the
best graded Diamonds monitored by the
RAPAPORT diamond report who monitors
the daily Diamond prices in the world.
Ranging from point size sparkling
Diamonds to 2.5 carats and more, Vogue
Jewellers offers loose stones as an investment.
Whether you are getting married or
you are looking to make a stable investment
for the future, Vogue Jewellers offers
a safe investment that will surely appreciate
over time. The appreciation value of
Diamonds has been on the rise since 2011,
making it a more valuable investment.
Vogue Jewellers offers GIA
(Gemmological Institute of America)
certified Diamonds; which is the best and
most recognized Diamond certifying body
in the World. Vogue Jewellers offers the
most competitively priced Diamonds
backed by the best certifications (all GIA
Certified) as opposed to high prices
quoted by international brands. All
Diamonds above 0.25cts sold at Vogue
Jewellers carry a laser inscription of the
GIA certification number engraved on the
girdle on the diamond, which can be
personally inspected by the customer. Any
Diamond with GIA laser inscription and
certification is highly recognized in any
part of the world.
In addition, to loose Diamonds, Vogue
Jewellers is renowned for their master
craftsmanship in Diamond Jewellery;
whether it is for a bride, a special
occasion or any other milestone in life.
Vogue Jewellers offers brides,
working women and teenagers
alike a wide variety of styles
to suit their individual style
and personality. Vogue Jewellers
offers a wide variety of traditional
and modern designs whilst also
offering their customers the convenience of
customized designs to suit their specific
tastes. Vogue Jewellers offers customers
the convenience of customized designing
PIX BY: TRIUMPH SRI LANKA
and will ensure the design is not reproduced
(considering the order is of substantial
value). Vogue Jewellers are able to
turn out an elegant solitaire engagement
ring for customers within a short period of
2 weeks; this time period will vary with
different designs. Jewellery made of
Diamonds and other precious stones to
international quality standards, has won
the hearts of millions in Sri Lanka and has
also won international accolades for the
legendary Jewellery maker including the
coveted Innovative Jewellery Design
Award at the Dubai International Jewellery
Design Awards 2011 for a four in one
Diamond necklace design.
Vogue Jewellers is a brand icon when it
comes to wedding jewellery. Its customer
loyalty spans generations. The legacy of
Vogue Jewellers stems from the fact that
every single piece of jewellery created,
whether it be a dainty pair of earrings or
an elaborate necklace, comes with a
lifetime’s guarantee. Visit any of the Vogue
Jewellers branches island wide to get more
information on how you can make an
investment in Diamonds today!
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20 Do’s and
20 Don’ts
for Amateur Photographers
There are times at weddings when the
photographer in his eagerness to catch the
right moment for his ideal picture, hurries
around the venue or jumps right in front of
the wedding party or at times becomes
center of attention at important moments
such as cutting the cake.
And at times a family friend or member
steps forward volunteering as the photographer
for the wedding, while he may not
have a clue of the right lighting and
angles.
So here are a few things to keep in mind
whether you an amateur wedding photographer
or you are having a friend cover
your wedding:
DO NOT..
Dress in denims/casual clothing/
brightly coloured clothing/sandals.
You should wear a suit/tuxedo
Jump in between family members or in
front of the couple during important
moments, thereby disturbing them, in
order to take your shot
Pick at snacks while taking photographs
Obstruct the poruwa or the alter with
photography equipment
Forget the placement of feet and
hands of the bride and groom, when
taking posed photos
Take photos under the glaring sun, the
bride’s make-up may run and the
couple may sweat
Move wedding décor around to make
space for yourself in order to take a
shot
Disturb other guests at the hotel (if
wedding venue is a hotel) by requesting
them to move out of the way,
laying electric cords across hallways
or requesting them to stay silent
Be rude to your clients, wedding
guests, hotel managers, other guests
and other photographers / videographers
28Loose patience with children at the
wedding
DO ..
Request your subjects to pose in
un-natural poses
Consume alcohol before or during the
wedding
Joke too much while taking photographs.
Your jokes may not be that
funny!
Listen to requests by guests for their
pictures to be taken
Panic if something goes wrong with the
equipment. Stay calm and think of
what next to do
Put the camera down as you need to
be prepared to shoot that unplanned
moment
Hand over your job to another
photographer and leave the venue
Promise the couple to be wedded,
anything that you cannot deliver
Edit the original or over edit your
photos
Give anyone other than the clients,
their own photographs. Even if the
client is a celebrity
Get permission from venue owners for
taking photographs at locations
outside the hall/reception area
Check the location of the venue and
consider the time you need to travel
for the occasion
Visit the location prior to the wedding,
if you are unfamiliar with it
Check out interesting locations for
backdrops
Get a ‘wedding schedule’ prior to the
wedding
Save old content in memory cards (if
not saved before), the night before
the event
Reassure the couple that they and the
pictures are looking great, while
taking photographs
Take extra batteries, flash equipment,
camera for the event
Wear deodorant as you may need to
run around
Check the dominant light source first,
at each location at the venue. Then
base your extra lighting and angling
on that
Use ‘fast’ lenses in low light, if you are
not allowed to use a flash at the venue
Speak to the bride and groom about
the type of photographs required by
them
Get phone numbers of best-man or
master of ceremonies – for any
inquiries during the wedding
Stick to your style of photography…
remember that it is for your style that
you were chosen as the wedding
photographer, in the first place
Take pictures of guests relaxing and
having fun
Take an umbrella (it may rain)
Use a good camera bag. Normal
backpacks may not keep the equipment
safe
Use super-wide lenses, sensibly
Take backups of digital photographs
Keep the same style of postproduction
in all photos when creating
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Raja Jewellers spreads its wings to Negombo
with the patronage of the cabinet minister
of petroleum Mr. Anura Priyadharshana
Yapa and Mrs. Yapa, cabinet minister of
social services Mr. Felix Perera, the mayor
of Negombo Mr. Anthony Jayaweera ,the
mayor of Seeduwa – Katunayake Mr.
Lalantha Gunasekara, and the mayor of
Hambantota Mr. Eraj Fernando.
The spouse of the Minister of Petroleum Mr. Anura
Priyadharshana Yapa opening the new show room. Mayor
of Negombo Mr. Anthony Jayaweera is standing closeby
Raja Jewellers having adorned Sri Lankans
in gold for 85 years, have taken the first
step in expanding its branch network
recently, opening an ‘Ultra Modern Show
Room’ at No 309, Main Street, Negombo,
as an extension of the main branch in
Bambalapitiya. The showroom was opened
This showroom has on offer novel and
appealing designs including latest
wedding collections in addition to other
varied jewelry ranges. Brides have the
opportunity of creating custom made
jewelry according to their preferences with
the help of gifted jewelry makers at Raja
Jewelers
The friendly and supportive staff at the
Negombo ‘Ultra Modern Show Room’ are
dedicated to offering you a superior
service in line with those offered at the
From left to right: Director of Raja Jewellers Mr. Ashoka
Eliyapura, Mayor of Negombo Mr. Anthony Jayaweera,
Minister of Social Services Mr. Felix Perera, Minister of
Petroleum Mr. Anura Priyadharshana Yapa and the
Chairman of Raja Jewellers Mr. Athula Eliyapura
main branch. You are invited to step into
the Negombo ‘Ultra Modern Show Room’
and experience fine golden collections,
from which you can select your favourite
for your special day.
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Selecting Wedding Favours
As a bride/groom, you should appreciate the
fact that your wedding guests will take time
out from their busy lifestyles to attend your
wedding. Besides… guests do make the
effort to dress up and buy you a present!
As the wedding is one of your important days
in your life, you tend to celebrate it in style to
make it a memorable day for you and your
guests … spending on flowers, clothing,
venue, food and dressing up. In addition to
good memories why not give your wedding
guests a present to take home with them.. a
‘wedding favour’?
Wedding favours can be ornaments, food or
useful items in day-to-day life. Be it
handmade items by you and your family, off
the shelf products from a shop or customized
items from a supplier, there are many things
out there that you can give away at your
wedding. It is the thought that counts…. but
let’s put that extra thought into it!
Here are a few classical items that you could
give away:
Mints & chocolates
Cute key tags
Scented soap or candles
Ornaments containing tea/mints
Small porcelain or wooden ornaments
Small photo frames
Small vases
Personalized handkerchiefs
Wedding theme based items
Country/town based souvenirs
Interested in giving crazy and interesting
favours? Here are a few ideas:
Small decorated jars (filled with jam!)
Lollipops and jelly beans (why not make
it fun?)
Personalized sets of playing cards
Pretty and simple cutlery
Salt and pepper shakers
Small paper lanterns
Branded skin creams
Executive toys to keep on office table
Pretty customized umbrellas
Cute slippers (you would need to ask
their shoe size prior to wedding or let
them choose at the wedding)
Sapling (plant) in a small pot
Customized personal-care set: nail
cutter, shower cap, comb
Customized T-shirts
Customized caps / hats
Customized mugs
Fazna of ‘Wedding Favors Inspirations’
told us about her service while giving
some good tips on choosing the right
favour for a wedding,
Favours that are in most demand at
the moment:
Practical items such as bottle stoppers
and salt & pepper shakers. Other items
include glass coasters, handbag
holders, mirrors or a photoholder with a
photo of the couple.
Things to consider when buying
wedding favours:
Your budget
Durability - edible i.e. something
you can eat vs a keepsake that
reminds you of the ceremony
The couple’s personalities: for
example a journalist or booklover
could giveout metal bookmark
Should you give favours to all guests?
Not necessarily. Some prefer to gift
favours to the ladies only, and some to
both. At times one gift is given per
family. If it is one person that you would
like to give a favour to, it is always best
to go with the ‘lady’.
When should you order and why:
Order at least 8 to 10 weeks prior to
wedding, as this would allow for
shipping of products if they are sourced
from outside the country. Else, if
products are out of stock, they can be
manufactured. Remember, if you order
last minute, the cost per item could be
higher.
How to order favours from Fazna:
You can order upto 500 favours and
there are cost savings in ordering large
quantities. Customization can be considered
for quantities over 500 items.
Pre-order over the phone and do a
virtual transaction, visit her shop or
receive services through a wedding
planner. Visit ‘Wedding Favors Inspirations’
on facebook to see what Fazna
has for you!
- Natasha Mawella
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ILMINI & NUWAN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: STUDIO 3000DF
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A wedding celebrates ‘love’ with family
and friends in the most exciting of ways.
And what better way to invite the most
special people in your life than with an
invitation to remember? Invitation cards or
wedding cards are a crucial design
decision for any couple when planning the
big event. Given the number of options
available nowadays at designers and
vendors, it is harder to select or streamline
what is just suited for you.
We have put together this article to make
your life a tad bit easier by showing you
one of the most
current and classiest
designs by a top of
the market wedding
invitation card vendor
- Hasthakaarana.
‘Hasthakaarana’
meaning ‘Handmade
Art’ is fully owned
and run by Sumudu De Silva Stephen who
began her venture back in 2005. Inspired
by the creativity and beauty itself, her
designs are classy and rich in detail. Since
she is focused on quality rather than quantity,
her invitation cards and cake boxes
are sophisticated and elegant. Sumudu
also caters to a wide range of clients meeting
a variety of design requirements.
If you are someone who thrives on matching
sets of invitations and cake boxes, we
have also included the matching cake box
along with some of the invitation cards in
the gallery below.
- Text & Photography by Rukshila Galappatthige
A laser cut design Sumudu
worked on for her own
wedding. The rich detail in the
card was also featured in its
flapped envelope along with a
matching cake box.
One of the more grander
designs, padded and covered in
material with a stone buckle,
for those who look for a luxury
invite but still fond of simplicity
and class.
A black and white themed
design highlighting the lower
end of the card, separated by
a silk black ribbon and crystal
buckle – a card filled with
intricate design.
Thick, two fold card, opening
to the top, covered in two
types of white material and
silver satin band, and all white
board inside, this is ideal for a
white wedding.
A classic – a dull gold
invitation card, shaped as
an envelope.
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A one-sided foliage themed
card for the nature lover.
A chic red and white card with
a fusion of design elements.
A striking black and red card
with a pearl white ribbon and
crystal stones.
Three fold vintage orchid
design card in shades of purple
and blue.

A card depicting Sri Lankan culture with letter
pressed font - a technique used by Sumudu.
A simple white invitation card with a
delicate floral design.
A rectangular purple card with faint design and
silky ribbon - for a touch of glamour.
A simple one-sided card for those who are
fans of attractive add-ons, but are still fond of
simplicity and class.
A card highlighting Sumudu’s latest experimental
territory… LACE!
A red and white heart themed, one-sided card and
box for the romantic.
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