# From the Archives: Desi Bridal Industry

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Podcast: [Ok Mom Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ok-mom-podcast-7625476)
Published: 2026-02-04T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/okmompodcast/episodes/From-the-Archives-Desi-Bridal-Industry-e3ek0og
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Duration seconds: 3799

## Resource

We’re revisiting one of our earlier episodes, where we delve into the Desi bridal industry, exploring the pressure to conform to a certain aesthetic, as well as the expectations placed on brides, their families, and vendors alike.In this episode, we unpack the realities behind the glam:• Unrealistic standards• Cultural and family pressures• The business of weddings in South Asian communities• How tradition, money, and expectations intersectLet us know your thoughts in the comments and share this with someone who needs to hear it!

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