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Sikh Wedding is done following the Sikh code or Reht Maryada. Sikh wedding is also termed as Anand Karaj. The Sikh wedding is preceded by an engagement ceremony. Generally, a large number of people are invited to join this ceremony, but it depends on your budget and your choice. Engagement invitations are sent for engagement ceremony.
On the day of wedding, ceremony starts in front of Guru Granth Sahib. Any adult man or woman who has undergone Amrit initiation officiate the wedding. Duties are explained to the bride and groom, and then they take the vow in front of Guru Granth Sahib, reputed religious members and their family members to stick to the vows forever. They promise loyalty towards each other throughout their life.
During this whole process of wedding ceremony, invitation cards play an important role. Wedding invitations are the first impression of your arrangements for wedding ceremony. They may be delivered by hand or are posted through any other means. Let’s discuss what are the different types of cards can be designed for a Sikh wedding invitation.
Material Used - The material used to design beautiful cards are quite expensive. A large variety can be found for this printing material like handmade paper, creamy tissue paper, metallic paper, satin, handmade sheets, wooly papers etc. generally handmade papers and textured paper is used. A decorative art work is performed on this handmade paper which gives it a mesmerizing look. Kundan work is also becoming much prevalent these days in Sikh wedding invitations. Embossing with artwork and fonts is done on metallic paper that gives a stunning look to the wedding cards.
Designs - Several fascinating designs are created with the use of kundans, mirrors, stones, bindis, etc which add an extra beauty to the quality of paper.
Themes - Theme wedding is in vogue these days and this theme is inserted into wedding cards. Small motifs with cameo of bride, bridal party etc are used to give an idea about celebration.
Fonts - Fonts are picked up from the rich calligraphy styles. This acts as reminiscence of a royal and majestic wedding in ancient times. Rich and stylish fonts are generally found in Sikh wedding invitations.
Along with the above styles and varieties of cards, a card is always delivered in matching envelopes.
Sikh wedding are very joyous, and a lot of fun and music are associated with its celebrations. These celebrations start before the wedding and lasts after wedding too. It’s the binding of two families together forever. Everybody chooses the best attire, best accessories for them. The groom’s and bride’s wedding dresses are stunning. So if, so many preparations are done to make wedding a fond memory, wedding cards should also match beauty, exuberance and fun of this wedding.
All types of wedding or other invitation cards related to Sikh Wedding or Punjabi Wedding are available in affordable budget.
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