SEMI-FORMAL ATTIRE (Indian or American)

Womens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend a bright colored salwar kameez, lehenga, or sari (if you are comfortable draping on your own)!

American:

Light dresses or dressy separates. Bright colors encouraged!

Mens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend any bright indian outfit (there are many varieties)!

American:

Button down shirt + slacks. Bright colors encouraged!

•GANESH PUJA + MANDAP MAHURAT•
9-10am

•VARAD•
10-10:30am

•MAMERU•

10:30-11am

•PITHI•
11am-12pm

•LUNCH•

12-1pm

•GRAH SHANTI•

1-2pm

*Breakfast will be served throughout the morning's events.

•CEREMONY•

The morning will start with two ceremonies. 

The first is a Ganesh Puja dedicated to removing obstacles and bestowing blessings upon the couple for a prosperous married life. 

The second is the Mandap Mahurat, in which both families seek blessings from Mother Earth.

•TRADITION•

Next is the Mameru. This is a Gujarati wedding tradition in which the bride's maternal aunts & uncles present the bride with gifts.

•CEREMONY•

Next is the Pithi ceremony, a ritual to bring good luck to the couple. Pithi, a turmeric mixture that is applied to the bride and groom's skin, bestows blessings upon the couple.

•CEREMONY•

We will end the afternoon with Grah Shanti. This ceremony ensures a happy and peaceful marital life for the couple.

Garba is a joyful form of dance that originates from the Indian state of Gujarat. It honors, worships and celebrates the divinity.

SEMI-FORMAL ATTIRE (Indian or American)

Womens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend a colorful lehenga or a flowy salwar kameez!

American:

Semi-formal dresses that are easy to dance in. We suggest something colorful!

Mens: 

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend any colorful indian outfit (there are many varieties!)

American: 

Blazer + slacks.

•DINNER•
6-7pm

•GARBA•
7pm-12am

FORMAL ATTIRE (Indian or American)

Womens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend a fancy salwar kameez, lehenga, or sari (if you are comfortable draping on your own)!

American:

Formal gown or dressy cocktail dress.

Mens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend any fancy indian outfit (there are many varieties!)

American:

Suits.

•MORNING•

        9:30-10:30am: Baraat

        10:30am-12pm: Ceremony

•AFTERNOON•

        12-12:30pm: Vidaai + Lunch 

•BARAAT•

The morning will start with the groom's baraat (procession), a lively affair announcing his arrival to the wedding venue. 

•CEREMONY•

Next is the wedding ceremony.

•VIDAAI•

Traditionally, after the ceremony the bride departs from her home and is bid farewell by her family as she commences a new married life.

Enjoy a sunset cocktail hour prior to the start of the evening!

FORMAL ATTIRE (Indian or American)

Womens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend a fancy gown, salwar kameez, or sari (if you are comfortable draping on your own)! 

American:

Formal evening gown or dressy cocktail dress.

Mens: 

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend any fancy indian outfit (there are many varieties!) 

American:

Suits.

Join us in celebrating with a night of dinner, drinks and dancing!

*this will be the directly after the cocktail reception, no change of clothes necessary*

FORMAL ATTIRE (Indian or American)

Womens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend a fancy gown, salwar kameez or sari (if you are comfortable draping on your own)! 

American:

Formal evening gown or dressy cocktail dress.

Mens:

Indian: see 'more info' tab for shopping links

We recommend any formal indian outfit (there are many varieties!)

American:

Suits.

A final gathering before we all head home. Join us for a farewell brunch followed by a lazy Sunday at the pool!   

Swim or Lounge Attire