I never use Maharaniweddings.com as my personal soap box, but when I saw this Huffington Post Article ridiculing Veni, a gorgeous and accomplished Maharani, I simply could not hold my tongue. My mama bear instincts came out, and I wanted to leap through my computer screen to protect her. I started banging away, and I while I would write my thoughts in a comment on the actual article, I have been notified by numerous photographers that the Huffington Post is refusing to let comments that disagree with the article through, even though they don’t contain profanity or offensive language.

I don’t need to tell all of you that this article is short-sighted and uninformed. If you look through our collection of over 2500 Indian weddings, you will see that a bare midriff is part of a traditional Indian garment, in much the same way a veil is often a part of a traditional Western wedding. Brides aren’t being “provocative or sexy”, they are just wearing a lengha (which is worn at mehndis, garbas, the ceremony, nikkahs and receptions, and, yes, sometimes even at “religious Hindi ceremon(ies) in which elaborate saris are the norm”). If you were to look at the bride’s mom and all of the other ladies better known as Aunties present (most in their 50s and 60s) you will see that they also proudly bare their midriffs, not because they are trying to be “highly sexualized” as Ms. Zohn asserts, but because it’s what ladies wear to weddings!

There are a dozen things that rubbed me the wrong way about “culture columnist” Patricia Zohn’s article, but at the top of the list was that she bothered Maharani Veni on her honeymoon, only to place ill-informed judgement on her choice of reception lengha. As a Maharani who wore a bare midriff and a traditional gown for my wedding day, and then, yes, put on Lilly P for my day-after-brunch, shame on you. Weddings are about celebrating your life and your love, and every Maharani regardless of race, religion, background, anything, should be able to express herself as a bride in any form that she chooses.

Veni, you are a stunning bride and, I don’t need to tell you, we are so happy to have you represent all of us Maharanis.

Do you love glitz, glamour and big diamonds?

Maharani Weddings is the largest site for Indian weddings, and we cater to a chic, savvy and modern Indian audience. We dream of a work place filled with stylish Maharanis with pizzazz and a strong work ethic.  If you believe that success means aiming for the moon, while looking like a star and understand that kindness equals good karma, then we want you!

SALES

Maharani Weddings is the largest website for South Asian brides, and we are on the lookout for a few enthusiastic personalities to add to our Advertising Sales team.  Here’s the scoop:

About the Position:

–Telecommute position

–Commission w/bonus program.

–Available 3-5 weekdays during reg. business hours.

–Available 1 day a week for 4 hours in SF office.

–Unlimited long distance calling required, as well as a professional quiet home office.

Qualifications:

–Basic knowledge of Excel required

-2 years of sales experience required

-Knowledge of Sales Force a plus

To be considered for a position on our team, please tell us why you think you’d be a perfect match. Send along your resume and indicate weekly times and days you’re available.

Apply To:
For consideration, please email a cover letter, a current resume, and two references (letters of recommendation are not necessary) to Shawna Gohel at jobs@MaharaniWeddings.com with Ad Sales in the subject line.

We look forward to considering you for our Advertising Sales team!

If we could indulge for ourselves and for our loved ones, we would buy each one of these fantasy gifts for each one of the lovely women in our lives.  So, what are the most sought after holiday gifts around? Read on to see which gifts are guaranteed to left us grinning from ear to ear.

Timeless and classic, our top three gifts are the ultimate accessory for any Maharani.  Ultra stylish, in an unassuming, elegant way, these three gifts will add that dash of Maharani to any outfit.

This Christian Louboutin peep toe pump, is destine to be a the ultimate shoe in her closet.  Regardless of the occasion (movies or dinner with a mogul) the chic red heel always seems to complete the whole look.

Work or play, these Harry Winston diamond hoops are going to be something this little girl will feel naked without.  Lucky duck.

Lastly, any busy Maharani has things to do and people to see, so this Philip Stein diamond bezel watch is the ideal piece to keep her on schedule.  And, it’s a favorite of the ultimate Maharani, Oprah.

Dream big Maharanis!  We hope that everything you want is waiting for you underneath the Christmas tree!

Perfect gifts for the leading ladies in your life, Maharani put together our top three presents for under $200 dollars.  

Our first choice is a must have for every woman.  The Clarasonic Mia is the best tool on the market for achieving beautiful, glowing skin.  It cleans your face 6 times better than washing alone, and the gentle exfoliate prevents & eliminates blackheads, keeps pores clearer (so they appear smaller), and reduces oily and dry patches.  I swear, 60 seconds every night with the Clarasonic Mia will revolutionize your skin!

And, it comes in cute colors like pink, blue, and Maharani red!

Playfully referred to as the winter flip flop, Uggs are a long time favorite for any Maharani. Cozy and warm, the Bailey Button Ugg is the season’s toasty-ist look. Short or tall, the Bailey Button Ugg is the perfect little snuggle to run around in all winter whether you are yoga-ing, errand-ing or spa-ing!  

The Bailey Button Ugg boot will be a favorite Holiday gift for years to come!

I was late, very late, to jump on the Lululemon bandwagon, but I have to tell you, once I slide myself into these workout pants, my whole world changed.  Not only are they comfortable and totally cute, Lululemon pants have that Spanx trick to them where you look a bit thinner and more lifted in your workout wear.  They come in fun, bright colors, and a bunch of styles to make every bod look great!

Best of all they cast a magical little spell on you that motivates you to go to the gym!  So, pick up a pair for your sissy and for yourself.  It’s the gift of health, I mean, what could be better?!

Grand gift ideas on the way…do you dare to dream?!

For busy Maharanis planning, researching, and working out for their big day, finding time for gifts for loved ones just got a bit easier.  Maharani put together our favorite holiday gifts under $50, $200, and fantasy gifts, so no matter what your budget, we have got you covered!  Starting off the day with our favorite gifts under $50 dollars, these presents are so scrumptious; you might even have to pick one up for yourself.  Ooops!

Under $50

Too Faced Eyeshadow Collection  : This compact is as functional as it is fashionable.  Any girl will love these 9 different neutrals and shimmers complete with 3 Get-The-Look-Cards.  Wait what?  Yep, you heard me.  This fun little compact comes with cards that teach you step by step how to create glamorous, drop dead gorgeous looks for any occasion. 

Too Faced Eye Shadow Collection

Plus, it comes with a cute double side applicator, so you have everything at your finger tips!

This chunky, warm, exxxxtra soaft, scarf by Michael Stars is going to be a fast favorite for any lucky recipient. Oversized with finished ends, it can even double as an evening wrap in the summer!

Scarf by Michael Stars

Booties are the hottest shoe around right now and the perfect piece to make last year’s mini skirt or skinny jean look just like it just came out off the runway. The Very Volatile Cloak is comfy enough to wear every day (work, shopping, errands, brunch)  and cute enough to wear out to on the town (dinner, dates, and parties!)  This versatile shoe will be a fast favorite, and win you a ton of brownie points.

And, I am not the only one who loves these booties…Rachel Zoe does too.

More coming up!