An entire wedding procession was halted right before the wedding when a groom and his father were informed that they had tested positive for COVID-19 as they made their way to the ceremony. The ceremony was promptly called off in order to allow for the necessary quarantining to take place.
The wedding procession left the Kamrauli village in Amethi, India, on Friday, June 19. They were headed for Haidergarh, where the wedding was set to take place.
Just before this, on June 15, the groom and his family travelled from Delhi to Amethi. As a result, the had their samples sent in for testing. As we all know by now, testing for coronavirus can take up to a week. Therefore, they had not received any results before they left for the wedding.
As the family made their way to the wedding, they received their results. Sadly, the groom and his father were confirmed to be positive for the virus. This stopped not only the procession but the entire wedding in its tracks.
According to The Tribune India, the police were made aware of the situation, and they cut off the “baraat” (or the groom’s wedding procession).
Those who tested positive were taken to a hospital immediately, and others including around ten family members are now in quarantine.
After the groom and his father recover completely, the wedding will go ahead.
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Winter is upon us, bringing with it chilly temperatures and unpredictable weather. Winter can be an incredibly romantic and practical time to have a wedding, it just requires some forward planning.
Brides planning to tie the knot in the wintertime must take caution to prevent catching a chill on the big day. Long sleeve wedding dresses made of heavier fabrics like velvet and silk allow for greater insulation against the cold. Add flair with lace detail or embellishments, and you’re all set. You can even add a stunning matching jacket for extra warmth.
Here are some designs we are loving:
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Alex Guarnaschelli, the no-nonsense chef and Food Network star who rose to fame as a judge on cooking competition Chopped, is newly engaged to partner Michael Castellon.
Castellon, who is also a chef, prosed on Guarnaschelli’s 48th birthday. They were having a socially distanced get-together with some friends to celebrate, and the pair drove to the store for more supplies. On their way back, Castellon suddenly pulled the car over.
“So we were right by my house and he just pulled over on the side of the road anxiously. And he said, ‘I see a dog running around’,” Guarnaschelli tells People. “There’s this little park with a windmill. He like, ‘I see a dog running around in there without a leash.’ ”
He got out the car to inspect, then came back to tell Guarnaschelli it’s a baby deer and she needs to see it.
“So he’s like, ‘Shh. Come see it. It’s so cute.’ And I’m like, ‘We’re going to have to do something. We’re going to have to call the animal welfare.’ I’m already rolodexing the situation,” Guarnaschelli explains to People. “We tiptoe out, full-on tiptoe, and he goes, ‘It’s right around the windmill.’ So I look and he’s like, ‘Do you see it?’ And I’m like, ‘No, where’s the baby? You promised me a baby deer’.”
“And he goes, ‘There’s no deer.’ I turn, and I look and he’s on one knee. He’s like, ‘This is why I have to marry you because you just believe me every time.’ He said, ‘Will you marry me?’ and he gave me the ring.”
The ring, featuring a stunning emerald rock, is a family heirloom.
The pair have been together for four years. The professional chef and TV personality took to Instagram on Saturday, June 20, to announce the big news.
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The bride-to-be told People Magazine that they are in no rush to marry, but she plans to go big.
“We’re not in any hurry, but I want to have a blowout,” she said. “I want a tri-state rager.”
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Much has changed in respect to Saudi Arabian weddings. In the past, they were more private, low-key affairs. These days things are different. Saudi Arabian weddings are splendid celebrations. They are flamboyant, glamorous, and over-the-top events.
The wedding industry in Saudi is booming, bringing in millions every year. Luxury and extravagance are what they aim for, with 10-tier cakes, massive feasts, and supercars to transport them from point A to point B.
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Despite the evolutions which have taken place with regards to weddings in Saudi, many of their traditional wedding practices still hold strong. These are incorporated into the new style of wedding. The traditions represent the core values of Saudi Arabian culture and are a way in which they uphold the religious and social significance of marriage.
Shawfa
In the past, arranged marriages were common. With arranged marriages came the shawfa ceremony, or the unveiling ceremony. The ritual was held to allow the bride and groom to meet before their wedding.
Shabka
After the traditional signing of the marriage contract (or the Nikkah) the shabka occurs. This is when the groom presents dowry to his bride, along with a ring and some other jewellery. This is usually hosted by the bride’s family, however, both sides are present and it is often considered a celebratory day.
Makhtubayn
The bride and groom and their respective families come together on this day to decide on the wedding date, and on other small details. The purpose of this event is to officially announce the dates and to ensure co-ordination between the families.
Ghumra
The ghumra, or henna party, is a fun event for the bride and those closest to her. In the past, this was a small event but nowadays it can be compared to the Western Bachelorette party tradition.
On the night before the wedding, the bride and her female relatives and friends gather together for food, music, and dancing. They decorate the palms of their hands and their feet with henna.
Hiflat-Al-Zaffaf
This is the wedding day. It is often celebrated in two different forms.
Before the wedding dinner, all the males have a celebration on their own. There is entertainment, sword dancing, drumming rituals, and more.
When it is time for the reception, the groom’s side and the bride’s side of the family split up. Each side has its own reception. In the local culture, it is dictated that this is the only way guests will be relaxed and have fun.
Eventually, both sides join up – usually at the bride’s party – and they continue the wedding dinner together. This goes on to all hours of the night, and guests are served a feast.
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