Schedule

Bridal Mehendi

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Pajamas, loungewear, or any comfortable clothing - come ready to relax, connect, and celebrate together.

Mehendi is a pre-wedding ceremony celebrating the bride, womanhood, and connection. Traditionally, the bride’s hands and feet are adorned with henna designs, which are believed to bring love, blessings, and good fortune. The scent of henna is also thought to calm and soothe the bride, adding to the serene energy of the event. This intimate gathering is a space for the women in her life to bond, laugh, and share stories before the wedding festivities begin. Dinner will be served. *This event will be a small, intimate gathering for women of the family and close friends.

Wedding Ceremony

11:45 am - 12:30 pm

Black Tie Optional

We can’t wait to celebrate our wedding with you at St. James. While formal attire is encouraged, please wear whatever makes you feel comfortable and elegant for this special occasion. Dress Code: Black tie optional. Long dresses for women and suit or tuxedo for men are recommended.

Lunch at Leisure

12:30 pm

After the ceremony, please enjoy a leisurely afternoon in Savannah. The bride and groom will be getting ready for the next celebration, so this is a wonderful time to rest, explore the city, and enjoy lunch at your own pace. We’ve included some of our favorite nearby restaurants in the “Things to Do” section for anyone looking for recommendations.

Transportation to Reception Venue

4:00 pm

Transportation will be provided from the Alida to the reception venue. The trolley will arrive at 3:50PM and will depart promptly at 4:00PM.

Bor Jatri (Baraat)

4:45 pm - 5:15 pm

Formal South Asian Attire or Black Tie Optional

Baraat (also known as Bor Jatri in Bengali) is a traditional South Asian wedding procession that marks the groom’s celebratory arrival. Accompanied by music, drumming, and dancing, family and friends join the groom in a joyful parade to welcome the upcoming festivities. The Baraat symbolizes excitement, community, and the coming together of both families. Our Baraat will take place immediately before the reception, and guests are warmly invited to join the procession and celebrate together before the evening’s festivities begin.

Reception

5:15 pm - 10:00 pm

Formal South Asian Attire or Black Tie Optional

Dress Code: You can wear what you wore to the ceremony or change into South Asian attire! Vibrant colors and festive outfits are highly encouraged to match the celebratory mood :) Dinner will be served. *Colors to Avoid: Please avoid wearing red (traditionally reserved for the bride) and white.