My Dream Engagement!!!

OK so my fairytale isn’t all tht far away and although ideally at the age of 24 i should have seen numerous weddings/engagements in my life unfortunately i have seen none (at least never in Pakistan)

My engagement is in dec in karachi and i dunt know anything there as im from Dubai. Could people please suggest.

  • Venue: (Im looking for a farmhouse kind of a setting for close family and friends..sophisticated & classy)
  • Photographer/ Videographer: Very natural, not necessarily all posed pics and innovative
  • Catering: What is the kind of menu best suitable for an engagement party? kindly suggest caterer n menu
  • Designer: Both male & female u most recommend
  • Jewellery: Where do i buy it from? (Not interested in gold, kundan proffered)
  • Makeup: Any salon suggestions?

Oh and can someone tell me an average of how much can such an event cost in karachi? (not to over the top for max 100ppl)

I know its too many questions to ask but i have waited for this a long long time but sadly my n my to-be fiances family aren’t the sort that would know much about such stuff!

Also please tell me if there is something i am completely forgetting about and should consider!!

It took me & my guy 11yrs to finally get engaged..i really want it to be perfect!!

**Please Help :slight_smile:
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p.s: Some examples of how im visioning it are attaches as pics below..Would give ideas on my vision

Video Example (Must Watch)
http://vimeo.com/15135195

Photo

Decor
http://www.bravobride.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/wedding-aisle-decorations.jpg


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ooo00ohhh Congratulations cggg!!! :D

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Hehe BBQ thnkssssssss :D I think i should also officially announce :) I hope the planning phase is smooth!!

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InshaAllah it will all go well, don’t stress over it. I’ve never been to Karachi so I don’t have a word of advice for you apart from the fact that most businesses in Pakistan don’t have an official website so you will come across many different services/options once you actually get to Karachi.

Awww you must be so excited!! :hugz: This weekend, all the chat girlies should gather 'round on chat for some girly talk!!

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Sorry, cant really answer your questions but wish you good luck for the future :)

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Yes we shoulddddddd!!! I am on a weeks holiday from work tooo..lets do it this weekend!! thanks hun :)
p.s: see the video i have posted (i really like it)

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aww thanks CEO1..Its all so new for me ur best wishes are really appreciated :)

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^ I just finished watching it and it's gorgeous!! You shouldn't have a problem organising that kind of an event in Karachi. OMG I want to know what you're going to wear n all :D This weekend, it is!

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CONGRATS!!! TELL US UR STORY PLZ ... how did it all happen ... soooo cute mA....wish u two an awesome life!!!

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Congratssssssssssss CG!!! So happy for you! I wish I could help but not familiar with Karachi.

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Congratz!

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congrats cg and all the very best:)

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awwwwww mA’!!! Congrats. And yes would love to hear your story, I’m sure it’s adorable.

I am not familiar with Karachi, but here are threads which may help.

Karachi Brides: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/488416-karachi-brides.html

Karachi Wedding: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/249820-karachi-wedding-need-help.html

Wedding Photography: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/492603-wedding-photography-in-karachi.html
***Videographers and photographers in Karachi: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/254759-videographers-and-photographers-in-karachi.html
*** AJ Studio: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/392646-aj-studio-what-do-you-guys-think.html

Bridal Makeup in Karachi: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/249620-bridal-makeup-in-karachi.html
***Bina Khan Makeup: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/420121-bina-khan-experiences.html

Wedding Jewelry in Karachi: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/489804-weddin-jewelry-in-karachi.html

Dress: It depends on your budget; if you’re looking for a real designer dress or a non-designer. I personally would love to wear Zainab Sajid and my groom in a suit :blush:.
^here is the link: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/369188-zainab-sajid-website-outfits-reviews.html

Karachi Venues: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/248799-wedding-venues-lawns-halls-in-karachi.html
***Karachi wedding venue: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/321558-karachi-wedding-venue-help-needed.html
*** Wedding Venues, Lawns and halls: http://www.paklinks.com/gs/wedding/248799-wedding-venues-lawns-halls-in-karachi.html

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Thanks Gaia tht s awsome and sure ill share my story sometime soon :slight_smile: Thanks for everything!

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M’A Congratulations CuteGirl!!

I’m very familiar with Karachi (visit every year), so I hope this’ll help you!

Venues:
DA Sunset Club - http://www.dhakarachi.org/dacsc_about.asp
DA Creek Club - http://www.dhakarachi.org/dacc_about.asp
DA Marina Club - http://www.dhakarachi.org/damc_about.asp
DA Golf Club - http://www.dhakarachi.org/dacgc_about.asp
DA Club - http://www.dhakarachi.org/dac_about.asp
Jade Hall, A.R.E.N.A - http://www.arena.net.pk/PartyNBanquetHall.aspx
Acropolis - Acropolis, Event and Wedding Planners in Karachi, Pakistan.
Officers Mess
Baloch Officers Mess
KDA Lawns

Photography:
WSSA (photographer of the picture you’ve put as an example) - Facebook
Alisha Studio - http://alishastudio.com/
K Bridals - Facebook
AJ Studio - AJ Studio Wedding Photography of Karachi
Hakim Son’s - http://www.hakimsons.com/index2.php?ver=v1
Eddiez Studio - Facebook

Catering:
Hanif Rajput - http://www.hanifrajput.com/Catering_Section/caterers/
Larosh Caterers - http://www.larosh.com.pk/laroche/content.htm
BBQ Tonight - BBQ Tonight Restaurant of Karachi

Apparel:
Ensemble - Ensemble in Karachi, Pakistan
Sanya Muneer - Sanya Muneer, Karachi, Pakistan
Hina Khan - Facebook
Karma - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=6671865189
Jabeens
Rhim Jhim
PLK
Macca
Bridal Creations
Apart from these specific shops, there are loads of great boutiques and shops on Tarid Road, Zamzama, Kehkashan, Aashiana, Gufl and KDA shops.

Jewellery:
A.K Motiwala - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=271004583460#!/group.php?gid=271004583460&v=wall
Chottani - http://nmchhotani.com/about.html
ARY Jewellers - http://www.aryjewellers.com.pk/flashsite.html
Javahir
Naurattan

Make-up:
Sabs (most preffered) - Sabs Salon in Karachi
Alle Nora - Alle'Nora Bridal Salon of Karachi
Depilex - Depilex Salon in Karachi
Mona J - Mona J Salon in Karachi
Rukaiya’s Salon - Rukaiya's Salon in Karachi
Shamain - Shamain Salon in Karachi
Mahrose - http://www.mahrose.parlourspk.com/m_index.html

Event planner (could be helpful):
Zoreed Raza La Celebrators - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zoreed-Raza-La-Celebrators-Wedding-Planner-Event-Designer/171119732902881?v=wall&ref=ts
Iris Wedding Designers - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zoreed-Raza-La-Celebrators-Wedding-Planner-Event-Designer/171119732902881?v=wall&ref=ts#!/irisweddingdesigners
Acropolis Event Planners - Acropolis, Event and Wedding Planners in Karachi, Pakistan.
Jaffrani Services - Facebook
Nizam Events - Nizam Event Solutions in Karachi

For any other miscellaneous things, KarachiSnob is great! It’s pretty much a guide book for anything in Karachi, not just wedding related stuff!

Really hope you do have your perfect dream engagement!! Keep us posted about it! :smiley:

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This is like GREAT stuff SL im gona go through all this right now..Can't wait :D

I cant thank u enough!!

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Hi,

my self shumaila sheikh im in a business of wedding planning last 2 years recently i did 2 big projects inshallah soon upload pics and im also doing wedding favors , bridal showers, etc i saw your query i had my own venues but first of all i want to know number of peoples your budget , your theme your family and in laws taste for food etc then im able to give u quotation i have my own setup of food of every kind under named of chaudry mateen foods , having posh venues afza lawn , the royal , palm village is like a farm house , etc have a whole team of beautician stylist , own setup of flower arrangment so i think u dnt need to run anywhere im doing a work in my clients budgets...
website is in processing u can contact me via mail on [email protected] ok

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Thanks shumaila..i have replied u, pls chk ur pm :)

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Happy to help CG! Have fun organising everything! :D