Weather & Packing • November is warm and pleasant, perfect for outdoor events. • Daytime: ~80°F / 27°C — light, breathable clothing • Evenings: ~65–70°F / 18–21°C — light shawl or jacket recommended • Mostly dry — umbrellas generally not needed • Comfortable shoes are recommended for outdoor venues Transportation & Getting Around • Wedding transportation details will be provided closer to the date • For sightseeing, rideshare apps (Ola, Uber) are reliable and convenient Cultural Tips • Traditional Indian attire is encouraged for ceremony events, but comfortable clothing is fine for daytime sightseeing • Guests are welcome to try local foods, but if you have dietary restrictions, plan ahead
Indian weddings are colorful, joyful, and full of incredible fashion — and we would absolutely love for you to join in the fun! Indian attire is encouraged for all events, but not required. If you’d rather wear Western outfits, that is completely welcome too. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable, festive, and ready to celebrate with us! ⸻ Renting Indian Outfits: • The Borrowed • All Borrow • Borrow The Bazaar • Marigold • Closet Raani If you don’t already own Indian clothing, no stress — there are great websites where you can rent gorgeous outfits and return them after the wedding. We recommend ordering early to allow time for shipping and sizing. ⸻ Prefer to Buy: • Saris and Things • Kalki Fashion • Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop • Lashkaraa If you’d rather purchase something to keep, these sites have beautiful options ⸻ Shopping in Bangalore: • Koskii – Trendy, ready-to-wear lehengas and sarees. • Pothys – Beautiful silk sarees and traditional options. • Manyavar – Great for men’s sherwanis and kurta sets. • Angadi Galleria – Gorgeous traditional silks and higher-end pieces. • Commercial Street – A lively shopping area with tons of boutiques at different price points. Banaglore has amazing boutiques and markets with endless options — from ready-to-wear outfits to custom tailoring. If you plan to shop locally, we recommend arriving a few days early in case minor alterations are needed. ⸻ Event Vibes: Mehendi – Bright colors, florals, and fun prints Haldi – Yellows, oranges, and light, breathable outfits Wedding Ceremony – Traditional Indian attire encouraged (lehengas, sarees, sherwanis, kurtas), but formal Western attire is absolutely welcome too. Reception – Formal attire, Indian or Western!