Deepika Rao

Deepika Rao

This week is filled with designers. Meet Deepika Rao - founder of Deepika Rao Label. She is an American girl with the vision to pursue her dreams in the fashion industry. Scroll below to get to know more on Deepika. About Deepika Rao My name is Deepika Rao, the founder and designer of my namesake [...]

Wedding Garlands – Maalais!

Wedding Garlands – Maalais!

"Mallighaiyae Mallighaiyae Maalaiyidum Mannavan Yaar Sollu Sollu" South Asian weddings are nothing without flowers, specifically, the flowers that make up a maalai. The flowers represent elegance, happiness, and a sense of adventure (new things to come) – all tied together on a string signifying the marital union. At Hindu weddings, you'll see the groom walk into [...]