👗 Bridal Dress Shopping
Budget Categories
| Category | Price Range | Where to Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Budget-Friendly | Rs. 50,000 - 1,50,000 | Local boutiques, Replica makers |
| Mid-Range | Rs. 1,50,000 - 4,00,000 | Established boutiques, Trunk shows |
| Designer | Rs. 4,00,000 - 15,00,000 | HSY, Faraz Manan, Ali Xeeshan |
| Luxury/Couture | Rs. 15,00,000+ | Bespoke designers, Bridal Weeks |
Best Markets for Bridal Shopping
- Lahore: Anarkali, Liberty Market, MM Alam Road
- Karachi: Tariq Road, Zamzama, Dolmen Mall
- Islamabad: Centaurus, F-7 Markaz, Jinnah Super
Tips for Dress Shopping
- Start at least 4-6 months before the wedding
- Take reference photos to show designers
- Try dresses in daylight AND artificial light
- Factor in alteration costs (Rs. 5,000-20,000)
- Keep jewelry style in mind when selecting neckline
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💍 Gold Jewelry Guide
Current Gold Rates (2025)
| Purity | Rate per Tola | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 24K (Pure Gold) | ~Rs. 2,20,000 | Investment pieces |
| 22K | ~Rs. 2,02,000 | Bridal jewelry (most common) |
| 21K | ~Rs. 1,93,000 | Daily wear pieces |
| 18K | ~Rs. 1,65,000 | Stone-studded jewelry |
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Making Charges
- Simple designs: 10-15% of gold value
- Intricate work: 15-20%
- Kundan/Polki: 20-30%
- Designer pieces: 25-40%
Best Places to Buy
- Lahore: Sarafa Bazaar, Data Darbar area, Liberty jewelers
- Karachi: Sarafa Bazaar (Saddar), Clifton jewelers
- Chain stores: Hanif Jewelers, Quaid-e-Jewelry
💡 Save Money: Repurpose family gold jewelry. Many jewelers will melt old gold
and create new designs at minimal making charges.
💄 Makeup & Beauty
Makeup Artist Pricing
| Type | Per Event Price |
|---|---|
| Parlor/Salon | Rs. 15,000 - 30,000 |
| Freelance MUA | Rs. 25,000 - 60,000 |
| Celebrity MUA | Rs. 80,000 - 2,00,000+ |
Pre-Wedding Beauty Timeline
- 3-6 months before: Start skincare routine, facial treatments
- 1-2 months: Trial makeup sessions
- 1 week: Hair treatments, threading
- 1-2 days: Final waxing, mehndi application
What to Ask Your MUA
- Portfolio and references
- Brands/products they use
- Whether they travel to your venue
- Touch-up availability during event
- Full price including travel charges
📅 Shopping Timeline
6+ Months Before
- Start looking at dress styles/inspiration
- Set bridal shopping budget
- Book makeup trials with top MUAs
4-5 Months Before
- Order/buy bridal dress
- Start jewelry shopping
- Finalize makeup artist
2-3 Months Before
- Dress fittings and alterations
- Complete jewelry purchases
- Buy accessories (clutch, shoes, dupatta)
1 Month Before
- Final dress fitting
- Final makeup trial with actual jewelry
- Plan each event outfit
Plan Your Bridal Budget
Use our tools to calculate dress, jewelry, and makeup costs
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