FAQs

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What time does the event start?

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Your invitation stated that the ceremony starts at 5, but don’t forget the Baraat or grooms parade at 4:15! Please be ready to start festivities at 4 to see the full event.

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What health and safety measures will you be taking during the event?

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If you are feeling ill before the wedding, we please ask you to refrain from joining the festivities. We have a few medically vulnerable guests in attendance, so for our comfort and theirs, we ask you to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. We are working to provide testing for guests as needed.

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Will the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception take place indoors or outdoors?

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Barring inclement weather, we hope to have the ceremony outside on the courtyard. The reception will be in the main ballroom downstairs of Ross Bridge.

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I want to wear Indian clothes! Where can I get some?

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If you’ve never been to an Indian Wedding, and want to dress up for the occasion, here are some places you can start looking at! There is no obligation to wear Indian clothes at all, but many of you have indicated that you are very interested so hopefully you can find something great here. Online Indian stores https://www.houseofindya.com/ https://oneminutesaree.com/ https://www.panashindia.com https://www.perniaspopupshop.com/ https://www.utsavfashion.com/ https://www.cbazaar.com/ https://shopkynah.com/ https://www.ogaan.com/ Where to Rent https://bollywoodborrowed.com/ https://borrowthebazaar.com/ https://www.riyacollective.com/ Order early as most have to ship from India

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Are kids invited?

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We love your kids! Due to room restrictions, outside of immediate family, we have to limit the party to children over the age of 10. If you are coming out of town and need help arranging child care, please contact us for help! We have many options we can offer you.

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What type of food and drink will be served during the cocktail hour and reception?

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We will have light hor d'oeuvres for the cocktail hour, but the reception we will have traditional South Indian fare. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions before hand!

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What's the best way to contact you if I have additional questions?

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You can email our email address clayandmeghana@gmail.com as well as text or call the bride or groom or our parents.

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Is there a room block?

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!!TIME SENSITIVE!! Yes! However, since it's Talledega weekend, we have a VERY limited block available to us. Rooms will be available at Ross Bridge regardless! Our hope is that everybody can stay at the hotel to enjoy the weekend. If you need alternative lodging, there are several hotels within a few miles. Link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1643151339978&key=GRP&app=resvlink Please let Meghana know if the room block is unavailable.