FAQs

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How many days is the wedding celebration?

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The wedding will take place across 2 days, including the following events for all guests: - (5/30/25) Friday Evening – Sangeet - (5/31/25) Saturday Noon – Wedding Ceremony - (5/31/25) Saturday Midday – Lunch - (5/31/25) Saturday Evening – Reception (preceded by a Cocktail Hour) Immediate family will receive additional information about a Thursday event and Friday morning event.

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Can we bring children to the wedding?

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Please be aware that this is an adults-only celebration. We respectfully ask that you make appropriate childcare plans during the wedding weekend.

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What should I wear during the wedding weekend?

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Please feel free to wear Indian, Western, or a mix of both, formal clothing throughout the events. The dress code for the entire wedding is formal, though not a black tie. As far as colors, please refrain from wearing Red, as that is a color reserved for the bride. If you are interested in buying Indian attire, we would suggest you first look for a local shop as sizing and fits may be a bit different from your Western formalwear. There are a number of great shops and sites online, but again, be sure you are able to try on the clothing to get the right size and fit.

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Can I wear Red?

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No! That's the simplest way to say we would appreciate if you avoided the color red for the weekend. Red is a very auspicious color in Indian culture, and it is to be worn by the bride during the ceremony. Beyond that, Dhwani looks great in red, so just leave the red dresses and ties behind for the weekend.

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What time is each event?

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We will have a full wedding schedule on this website closer to the wedding date, and we will also be emailing out a PDF packet with pertinent information for all guests planning to attend.

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What kind of food will be served at the wedding?

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The majority of the events will feature a selection of Indian dishes, but we will also have a non-Indian choice or two for those who'd prefer that option. Everything will be vegetarian (no meat, fish, poultry, eggs), and please notify servers if you are Gluten-Free or fully Vegan as there will be some gluten and dairy in certain dishes. Some events will have live stations, where food is prepared as you walk up, and servers can guide you if you have any questions. Other events will have buffet-style food, and you'll be able to queue up before selecting the dishes and portions for your plate. Now, as the dishes will be using their real Hindi names, we will have the basics covered in our wedding weekend PDF guide. For example, Biryani is the term for India's fried rice-style dish. Dosas are much like an Indian savory-crepe of sorts. Gulab jamun are like dense, sweet, donut hole-like desserts that are soaked in a sweet syrup. Yum! Needless to say, there's no need to worry, we'll have all the info you need to have a great weekend.

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What is the Sangeet?

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The Sangeet is an event full of dancing, music, performances, and great food. Unlike a stiff rehearsal dinner, this is a night where everyone lets loose, performs, and gets into the excitement and joy of the wedding weekend. The event in general lasts 4-6 hours, and will include prepared dances, songs, and various performances by friends and family of the couple. If you are interested in performing in some way, please reach out to us and let us know!

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Should I plan on taking lots of photos?

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Look, *we already know* this is going to be one of the best weddings you've been to. That's our hope. So yes, please take photos! At the same time, as much as we love our iPhones and their cool cameras, we are contracted with a photographer and videographer team that we're relying on to capture our sweetest moments, looks of joy, and the feelings and moments of the wedding weekend that we want to cherish forever. So aunties, uncles, we love that you now know to turn your phone sideways to capture a great picture. That said, please don't hand the wedding photographer your phone for your own family portraits, new dating app profile picture, or LinkedIn headshot. And if you're capturing videos or photos from the performances, please do so sparingly as not to distract from the couple, those who have prepared for these performances, or the family of the couple. We appreciate your cooperation, empathy, and help in this regard!

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What will the wedding ceremony be like? How long is it generally?

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The wedding ceremony runs anywhere from 1 hour to 2 hours. Unlike most Western ceremonies, traditional Hindi wedding ceremonies allows for guests to move around as needed, and doesn't feature a narrative-style speech portion. The bride and groom will be receiving instructions from the priest as they are blessed, given guidance, walk around the fire seven times, put herbs into the fire, and are blessed by their parents. While we ask that everyone remain reverent and respectful, we also know that this is not an event that requires complete silence. Take notes from those around you, be respectful, and enjoy the moment as the couple enters their marriage with blessings and good fortune.

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Will there be a receiving line? Will I get my moment with the couple?

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We will do our best throughout the weekend to stop by, speak with, and connect with all who are able to attend. That said, with our guest count, limited time (not taken by the program already), and requirements, it could happen that we don't have lots of time to sit with every attendee for very long. Know that we love you, we appreciate you attending, and we will do our best!