What is a good guna score for marriage?

In traditional Ashtakoot gun milan, 18 out of 36 is the minimum acceptable score. Scores of 24-32 are considered good to excellent. Above 32 is rare and highly auspicious. Below 18, pandits usually recommend checking dosha cancellation before proceeding.

Is 16 out of 36 guna match good for marriage?

16/36 is below the traditional minimum of 18 gunas. It indicates weak compatibility on key Ashtakoot factors. Marriage may still be possible if major doshas (Nadi, Bhakoot, Manglik) are absent or cancelled, but a qualified astrologer should verify the full horoscope before deciding.

How long does a kundli matching report take?

Your detailed kundli matching report is generated within 3-5 minutes after payment. You receive a comprehensive analysis covering dosha status, gun milan score, remedies, and muhurat dates — delivered instantly to your email.

Shaadi Ka Saman — Complete List

Indian Wedding Shopping Checklist — Mehendi to Reception

A complete Indian bridal trousseau covers 5 functions: mehendi, haldi, sangeet, wedding day, and reception. Each function needs a separate outfit, jewellery consideration, and footwear. Haldi outfit should cost under Rs 2,000 — it will be stained. Wedding day lehenga is the main budget item. Below is the complete list with timing and price ranges.

Mehendi

Mehendi outfit (usually green or yellow)

Sarojini Nagar or Lajpat Nagar ideal for this function

Rs 1,500 – Rs 8,000

2 months before

Flat footwear (no heels — sitting on ground)

Rs 300 – Rs 1,200

6 weeks before

Light jewellery (mehendi on hands — keep minimal)

Rs 500 – Rs 3,000

6 weeks before

Dupatta or stole for draping

Rs 300 – Rs 1,500

2 months before

Haldi

Old or inexpensive yellow outfit (will get stained)

This will be ruined — do not buy anything expensive

Rs 500 – Rs 2,000

1 month before

Flower jewellery (fresh flowers, order 1 week before)

Rs 800 – Rs 3,000

1 week before

Extra dupatta for haldi ritual (will stain)

Rs 200 – Rs 500

1 month before

Sangeet

Sangeet lehenga or sharara (festive, not bridal)

Rs 8,000 – Rs 35,000

3 months before

Heeled footwear for sangeet

Rs 800 – Rs 3,500

2 months before

Statement jewellery set for sangeet

Rs 3,000 – Rs 20,000

2 months before

Clutch bag matching sangeet outfit

Rs 500 – Rs 2,500

2 months before

Wedding Day

Bridal lehenga (main outfit)

Rs 25,000 – Rs 2,00,000+

4-5 months before (custom) / 2-3 months (ready)

Bridal blouse (stitched from lehenga fabric)

Rs 2,000 – Rs 8,000 stitching

3 months before — needs fitting time

Full bridal jewellery set

Rs 15,000 – Rs 5,00,000

3-4 months before (custom) / 6 weeks (ready)

Bridal chooda (lac bangles)

Rs 800 – Rs 5,000

3 months before — needs sizing

Bridal footwear (mojari or heels)

Rs 1,500 – Rs 6,000

2 months before

Bridal dupatta (often separate from lehenga)

Included or Rs 3,000 – Rs 15,000 extra

With lehenga order

Maangtika

Rs 1,000 – Rs 15,000

3 months before

Nath (nose ring) if wearing

Rs 500 – Rs 8,000

3 months before

Payal (anklets)

Rs 800 – Rs 5,000

2 months before

Reception

Reception gown or lehenga (different from wedding day)

Rs 12,000 – Rs 80,000

3 months before

Reception jewellery (often lighter than wedding day)

Rs 5,000 – Rs 50,000

2 months before

Reception footwear

Rs 1,200 – Rs 5,000

2 months before

Clutch bag for reception

Rs 800 – Rs 3,500

2 months before

Where to Buy — Market Guide

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Bridal lehenga, wedding fabric, jewellery: Chandni Chowk, Delhi — wholesale prices, India's best selection

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Kundan, polki, meenakari bridal jewellery: Johari Bazaar, Jaipur — origin prices, 40-80% less than showrooms

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Bandhej, leheriya, lac bangles: Tripolia Bazaar, Jaipur — Rajasthani textiles and bangles at source

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Family function outfits, bridesmaids: Sarojini Nagar, Delhi — Rs 1,500-5,000 per outfit

FAQ

What is shaadi ka saman — complete Indian wedding shopping list?

Shaadi ka saman (wedding shopping list) for an Indian bride covers: bridal lehenga for the wedding day, function outfits for mehendi/haldi/sangeet/reception, full bridal jewellery set (necklace, earrings, maangtika, payal, chooda), bridal footwear, dupatta, beauty products, and in many families — household items, gifts for in-laws, and items for the groom's side. The typical mid-range Indian wedding trousseau costs Rs 1,50,000-4,00,000 when bought from boutiques, or Rs 60,000-1,50,000 when bought from wholesale markets like Chandni Chowk.

When should I start wedding shopping — how many months before?

Start 4-5 months before the wedding for custom bridal lehenga embroidery. 3-4 months before for custom jewellery (especially kundan or polki from Jaipur). 2-3 months before for function outfits (mehendi, haldi, sangeet). 6-8 weeks before for accessories, footwear, and beauty products. Never leave bridal outfit shopping to the last 6 weeks.

What is the difference between buying for haldi vs mehendi function?

Haldi outfits will be stained with turmeric — do not spend more than Rs 500-2,000 on the haldi outfit. Wear something old or buy the cheapest inexpensive piece you can find. Mehendi outfits are photographed and usually in green or yellow — buy something nice here, Rs 1,500-5,000 range is appropriate. Sangeet and reception get the largest photography budget after the wedding day itself.

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