Some people still fail to understand what Arzoo Mag is. Please also refer to the previous blog so you know what we're not. Arzoo Mag is an online magazine. We publish articles on South Asian culture, fashion, weddings, bollywood, food, and more.
What can you do at ArzooMag.com? You can read articles and comment on them and enjoy browsing through some of our picture galleries. No you may not steal our articles and pictures. Using without permission is stealing.
What else can't you do? You can't order clothes and jewelry from us as mentioned previously. Arzoo Mag is very similar to any magazine you may pick up at a stand. One difference...we don't have a print edition at this time. Please enjoy the free online version and happy reading :)



Flower Jewelry
[Wedding-January 2011]
I think flower jewelry is perfect for certain wedding events like the mehndi or haldi. Flower jewelry is very pretty and doesn't have to look cheap or tacky.

The Gharara Truth
[Culture-January 2011]
Many times we wear clothes we love not knowing their origination, rich background, and culture. As styles and trends come and go there are some outfits that tend to be easily forgotten.

Farshi Gharara
[Fashion & Beauty-February 2011]
The farshi gharara or pajama is a late 17th and early 20th century dress of the privileged classes of Uttar Pradesh. It was worn by royalty in the Muslim courts. 

Sari Patches
[Lifestyle-June 2010]
Saris have gained popularity throughout the world; especially in West because these people have no culture of their own. So they like to "borrow" from other cultures

Aarti Party Episode Six
[Food-September 2010]
As summer comes to an end episode six, "Summer's Soft Sigh to Sleep," puts a nice end to the warm months. Shrimp and Pineapple Not-So Po'Boys,
Aishwarya's Comeback
[Bollywood-November 2010]
It seems Aishwarya Rai is making a comeback in Bollywood; if comeback is the correct word that is. After her unsuccessful attempt at Hollywood she has had 


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Wedding
Wedding White
[Wedding-December 2010]
White wedding wear is not only limited to Western cultures. Many Indian brides also wear a sari in white. South Indian Christian brides
Edible Centerpieces
[Wedding-December 2010]
Edible centerpieces are great because they serve a number of purposes. They are perfect if you or any of your guests are allergic to flowers and plants. They're also great as conversation pieces!
Gifts for the Guests
[Wedding-November 2010]
With wedding season in full swing all the spotlights are on the lucky couple...the bride and groom. However, the bride and groom can't forget their guests by thanking them and making them feel special and an

Culture
Indian Inventions and Discoveries
[Culture-February 2010]
Did you know that everyday, common, and popular items such as shampoo, chess, calico fabric, diamonds, hookah, hospitals, iron, muslin, ovens,
Significance of Mangalsutra
[Culture-May 2009]
The mangalsutra is more than just a piece of jewelry. In fact, it is very sacred and an integral part of a Hindu marriage when the groom ties it around the bride's neck.
Indian Instruments
[Culture-January 2009]
Music plays an important role in Indian culture. There is more to Indian music, of course, than just what we see in Bollywood films.

Fashion & Beauty
Anarkalis Everywhere!
[Fashion & Beauty-November 2010]
Anarkalis are everywhere! This fall they are hotter than ever. Just when you thought they were going obsolete huh? For a while the styles got shorter but now they're back with even more fabric and more graceful and
Banarasi Silk Sari
[Fashion & Beauty-September 2010]
Banarasi saris are considered the finest saris of India. They are known for their gold and silver brocade, fine silk, and intricate embroidery. Finely woven silk is decorated with intricate designs. These engravings make
Lace in a Sari
[Fashion & Beauty-July 2010]
Most lace saris you will find are frankly "fake." Authentic lace is handmade of pure silk and sometimes linen. Chantilly lace is a handmade bobbin lace named after the city of Chantilly in France. This tradition dates

Lifestyle
My Little Pakora
[Lifestyle-April 2009]
My Little Pakora is an organic clothing company for young children, based out of Boston. The company was started by Sonia Gupta, a California native and mother.
Galloping Across Gujarat
[Lifestyle-February 2009]
Gujarat is situated on the western part of the Indian sub-continent. It derives its name from Gujaratta, which means the land of the Gurjars.
Recycling Saris and Basmati Bags!
[Lifestyle-January 2009]
Look around your home and whether you are Indian or not it's highly likely that your home has some or something Indian in it! Whether it's basmati rice, a made in India tunic, or even a pillow; India is everywhere

Food
Butter Chicken
[Food-May 2011]
Murgh makhani, more commonly referred to as butter chicken, is an Indian dish that has gained popularity all over the world, especially in restaurants. The dish can be traced back to Kundan Lal Gujral, who ran a
Aarti Party's Fifth Episode
[Food-September 2010]
In the fifth episode of her show, "A Rose by Any Other Name" Aarti puts an Indian twist on some all-American classics. The hot dogs she prepares may not be Indian but the dish is her childhood favorite
Aarti Party Fourth Episode Review
[Food-September 2010]
After all the great feedback about Aarti Party's first episode, I have decided to review all of them! The fourth episode "Chai Paarti!" is my favorite one so far. Samosas are traditional chai time snacks. Aarti puts her own

Bollywood
The Bollywood Sari
[Bollywood-November 2010]
The chiffon sari can easily be called the bollywood sari. In fact, that’s how it is often known.
Wake Up Sid
[Bollywood-October 2009]
I can't say I liked it and I won't say I hated it but it was definitely not my type of movie. Indian movies have changed so much, especially in the last decade.
Bollywood iTunes
[Bollywood-April 2009]
Here's a Bollywood version of an iTunes spot sent to us by one of our readers, Kiran. We've included it here and hope you enjoy it as much as we did.



Just to make things clear to our readers Arzoo Mag is an online magazine. We are not a catalog. We do not sell clothes or jewelry. The pictures of clothes and jewelry on our website are for viewing purposes only and you may not use them without our permission. We also do not sell any of those items.
Yes, at one point we decided to venture into selling some clothes from our website. However, we no longer do this. Due to high demand and several requests from our readers we agreed to sell saris and outfits on our site. Please note that we no longer do so. Please do not contact us by email or leave comments asking us the price of an outfit and how you can order it. We do NOT sell clothes. Thanks and sorry for any misunderstanding you may have had.

Since summer is almost "officially" over we'd like to know how a normal wedding-filled summer is for the average desi. How many weddings did you attend this summer? How many do you typically attend during the summer and during other times of the year? Most people of course attend the most weddings during the summer months since it remains the most popular time of the year to get married.
Some people love weddings while others despise them. Which one applies to you and why?

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