FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by July 15th by sending us an email to mariamandamirwedding@gmail.com, or RSVPing here on this site. Thank you!

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Are you registered? Where?

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Your presence and duas (blessings) are gifts enough as we embark on this life journey together. For this reason, we've chosen not to have a wedding registry. However, if it is your wish to bless us with an additional gift, we simply request no boxed items please. Thank you!

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What does, "no boxed gifts" mean?

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Some of our non-Desi/western guests were wondering what this meant...that's when we realized that it must be a wedding custom specific to our Desi (South Asian) roots! Simply put, it's a colloquial way of requesting wedding cards instead of a packaged wedding item/gift. Some couples prefer this to physical gifts or a registry, especially if they'll be moving in together after marriage and don't yet know what they'll need (as is our case). Thank you!

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please arrive at the Islamic Center of Cleveland (6055 W 130th St, Cleveland, OH 44130) by 2:45pm so that we can begin the ceremony on time at 3pm. Thank you!

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Is there parking for the Nikkah ceremony, Nikkah reception, or Walima reception?

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Yes. At the Nikkah ceremony venue (Islamic Center of Cleveland) and Nikkah reception venue (Weymouth Country Club), free self-parking will be available. At the Walima reception venue (The Promenade at Marina City Club), we will provide free valet parking for guests, but please remember to tip parking attendants, if you feel so inclined.

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Is there a dress code?

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Desi (South Asian) formal, please. Typically that means shalwar kameez, lenghas, or saris for women and suits and/or ties for men. Additionally, for the Nikkah ceremony, please enter the masjid (mosque) dressed modestly. Arms and legs should be covered for both genders. Women are also requested to cover their hair with a scarf.

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Can I bring a guest?

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If your invitation says “and Guest,” then yes, if not, we would prefer if it was just you.

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Are kids welcome?

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If your invitation says “and Family,” then yes, if not, we would prefer if it was just you.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Yes, please refer to our "Travel" page for detailed information regarding our hotel block and hotel recommendations.