FAQs
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please respond by May 16, 2025 online on our website.
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What time should I arrive at the venue?
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If you are not taking one of our shuttles, we ask our guests to arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of our Baraat at 5:00pm. The ceremony will start at 5:30pm, directly following the Baraat.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Yes, there is a parking lot available at Elm Bank. We highly encourage you take the shuttles from our hotels due to limited parking spots.
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What should I wear?
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Our attire is garden party formal. Feel free to wear Western, Indian, or clothes from your heritage. We encourage anything you feel comfortable in with color! Here are some examples: - For Western clothing: - A dark suit or non-black tux with a colorful or floral tie. - Either knee-length cocktail dress or long dress. Have fun with colors, patterns, or florals. - Heels are optional (the ceremony will be outside on grass). - For Indian formal clothing: - A lehenga or sari you feel ready to dance in - A kurta or sherwani
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Do you have any recommendations for where to buy Indian clothes?
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Anyone who is interested is welcome to wear Indian attire! If this is your first time shopping for Indian garments, we recommend these websites: https://www.basantikekapde.com/ https://www.houseofindya.com/ https://www.lashkaraa.com/ https://www.kalkifashion.com/ https://holichic.com/ Let us know if you have any questions :)
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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Yes, we have room blocks at the Sheraton Boston Needham and Homewood Suites Boston Needham. Please visit our travel page and click on the links to secure a room/discounted rate.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
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Yes there will be shuttles departing the Sheraton Boston Needham and Homewood Suites Needham at 4:45pm. Return shuttles will be at 10:00pm and 11:30pm.
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How do I get to the venue?
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If using a GPS to get here, the address is 900 Washington Street in Wellesley, MA 02482. When you arrive on the property and drive over the historic bridge, you will see The Garden at Elm Bank Event signs directing you. You’ll want to drive past the soccer fields as well as lots A and B. At the stop sign, please turn left and enter The Garden at Elm Bank parking lot on the left. After parking, walk toward the gatehouse and main gates. You will be directed to the ceremony space which is about a 3-4 minute walk from the parking lot.
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Are children invited to the wedding?
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We are looking forward to having our guests relax and enjoy an evening of celebration-- our wedding will be an adult-only occasion. We politely request no children at this event.
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Will Sunny be at the wedding?
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Yes! We couldn't get married without her there. Say hi during cocktail hour because she'll be headed home for a nap soon after.