Fatima & Zulfikaraly
Schedule
Monday, October 10, 2022
Welcome to Mexico!
8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Dress Code: Airport Chic & Ready to Party
Guests from all over the world will arrive on Monday throughout the day and check-in at the Barceló Maya Palace resort. They will be greeted by a welcome party and the family of the bride and groom. Today is your chance to settle in, grab some tacos, have a margarita, and enjoy because your holiday starts NOW!
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Mendhi/Henna Party
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Dress: South Asian or Semi-formal Attire // Colours: Neutral, light, earthy tones
An afternoon of fun in the sun where Fatima will be decorated with beautiful bridal henna & guests will have the opportunity to join in on the festive fun. Mehndi is an ancient form of body art, originating in India & across South Asia & the Middle East. A Mehndi party is the pre-wedding celebration when the bride has the red-orange mehndi stain applied to her hands, arms, & feet. Guests will also get a chance to have their hands decorated with henna designs, as the families are both gathered around in a cozy lounge setting.
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Pithi/Haldi
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dress: South Asian or Semi-formal Beach Attire // Colours: Bright, sunny, and festive
The customary Pithi/Haldi ceremony performed with the Bride & Groom. Turmeric or Haldi is a common flavour in South Asia & is known to possess healing, beautification, & purification properties. The mustard hue is auspicious in representing a life of prosperity for the couple. Guests take turns placing a small amount of Haldi on the Bride & Groom offering their blessings & singing traditional songs pertaining to the ritual. In the Ismaili tradition of the Pithi ceremony, once formal application is complete, the Groom’s Best Man takes the Bride’s place for an initiation ceremony. Both put on goggles to protect their eyes before family members (quite literally) douse the two in eggs, flour, condiments, & any leftover lunch they can find.
Sangeet
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Dress Code: South Asian or Party Attire // Colours: Pastel, festive, and colourful
A festive evening of celebrations on the beach filled with singing, dancing, and festive games. Traditionally family and friends will perform dances to tell the story of the special couple - yes, very Bollywood! Guests will also partake in a fun array of newlywed games with the Bride and Groom, before we all dance the night away under the stars. Note: There will be dancing! All guests are recommended to wear South Asian attire.
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Wedding Ceremony
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Dress Code: South Asian or Formal Attire // Note: Avoid wearing full white/silver attire
A beautiful outdoor ceremony to unite Fatima Nanavati & Zulfikaraly Kara alongside their wedding parties, family, and friends.
Friday, October 14, 2022
Wedding Reception
Fri, Oct 14, 2022, 6:00 pm - Sat, Oct 15, 2022, 12:00 am
Dress: South Asian or Formal Glam Attire
From the first dance to heartwarming speeches, family & friends gather for a final night of festivities to celebrate the newlyweds. Note: There will be dancing! Men are recommended to wear a suit/black-tie attire.
Monday, October 17, 2022
Bye For Now!
8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Riviera Maya, Mexico
We wish you could stay forever!
Tears will be shed and hugs will be shared as guests pack up their bags and make their way back home on October 17th. Check-out from the resort is by 12pm.