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Are children included in the invite?Are children included in the invite?

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Due to capacity, we have chosen to make our special day adults only with exception for family members. We thank you for your understanding.

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What's the weather like in Stockholm around that time of the year?What's the weather like in Stockholm around that time of the year?

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Stockholm features ideal average highs of about 25°C to lows of 15°C (77°F-59°F). Mostly sunny with some occasional rainy days.

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Parking at the wedding venueParking at the wedding venue

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The wedding venue has enough allotted parking spaces to accommodate all guests.

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How do I get to the wedding venue?How do I get to the wedding venue?

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There are multiple ways to get to the venue by ride share (Uber or Bolt), or by commuter train to the Södertälje C station

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Is there a dresscode?Is there a dresscode?

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There is no strict dresscode. Formal wedding attire or cultural/traditional wedding attire is highly appreciated, but we want you to feel beautiful and comfortable in whatever you choose!

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What is a jirtig?What is a jirtig?

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The Sudanese jirtig ceremony is a symbolic wedding ritual performed for the bride and groom. It's one of the most meaningful parts of a traditional Sudanese wedding, marking the couple's transition into married life. During the ritual, the bride and groom traditionally sit on an embroidered, red-covered seat, surrounded by members of the the families who sing traditional songs and share expressions of joy for the couple. Each part of the jirtig carries deep symbolism: 1. Bakhoor (incense) - Cleanses the space, repels negative energy, and invites spiritual blessings. 2. Red and gold attire: Red represents love and vitality; gold symbolizes prosperity and good fortune. 3. Perfumed oils and sandalwood - Used to beautify and spiritually prepare the couple for married life. Sandalwood is widely used for it's fragrance in daily as well as ceremonial traditions in Sudan. 4. Henna - Symbolizes protection, joy and a blessed transition. Henna is a key part of Sudanese cultural heritage, linking modern weddings to ancestral customs. Both bride and groom traditionally wear it for weddings. 5. Gum arabic - Holds deep cultural, medicinal, economic and symbolic importance. Sudan is one of the world's largest producers of this natural resin. In wedding ceremonies, it symbolizes purity, sweetness, stability and blessings. 6. Milk - A powerful symbol of purity, blessings and shared life, reinforcing the sacred and communal nature of the marriage ritual. 7. Music - Traditionally, singing and drumming is carried out by women during the jirtig, to offer blessings and connect the couple to cultural roots.