10:30 am
A Family Tradition To begin our wedding celebrations, we are gathering with our immediate families for a traditional Vietnamese Tea Ceremony. This is a special time for us to pay our respects to our elders and receive their blessings as we become husband and wife. A Note to Guests: We have chosen to keep this a small, private gathering for our immediate family. To our extended family and friends, we look forward to seeing you at 2pm for the big celebration! What to Wear: We invite our family to wear an Áo Dài if you have one! Otherwise, please arrive in Semi-Formal attire.
2:00 pm
Sunday Best (On a Saturday)
Heather and Philip will be married in a Catholic wedding Mass at Heather’s childhood parish. The ceremony includes traditional prayers, Scripture readings, and the exchange of vows, celebrating the Sacrament of Marriage in God’s house.
5:30 pm
Black Tie
Our reception will transport guests to the elegance of Gatsby-era New York—where timeless style, indulgent details, and celebration take center stage. Enjoy a luxurious nine-course meal, an evening filled with music and dancing, and countless opportunities to toast, photograph, and make memories. We hope you’ll mingle, dance, and get to know the families who are joining together in this joyful union.