FAQs

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Why do your last names match already?

Answer

We were legally married last year in a small, intimate ceremony, and this celebration is our chance to gather with a wider circle of family and friends. While this wedding marks a special moment for us, we’ve already been married — hence the shared last name!

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Why are you having a ceremony if you’re already married, instead of just a reception or a party?

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This ceremony is our way of bringing our families together to celebrate our marriage and honor the traditions that are meaningful to us. It gives us an opportunity to blend our cultures intentionally and we wanted to share this moment with the people who are important to us.

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What is a Mehendi (Henna party)?

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Mehendi is a pre-wedding Indian tradition where henna designs are applied to the hands to celebrate the upcoming wedding. We’re hosting a small, relaxed gathering where the women invited to the wedding can get a simple henna design if they’d like and spend time together before the festivities. What to expect: Casual attire, light snacks, drop-in friendly, and simple henna designs (completely optional).

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What does a Semi-Formal or Traditional dress code mean?

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We’ll be wearing a mix of traditional Indian and Western outfits throughout the wedding, and we invite our guests to dress in whatever feels most comfortable and true to them. If you enjoy wearing Indian outfits or would like to expand your wardrobe, you’re very welcome to do so. Reach out to us if you'd like to know what Indian outfits you can look into it. If you prefer Western clothing, semi-formal attire such as cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits, suits, or dress shirts is perfect. Above all, we want you to feel comfortable, confident, and ready to celebrate and enjoy the evening with us.

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Are children welcome at the wedding and reception?

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Children are welcome to join us, and we understand that every family’s needs are different. That said, we encourage parents, if they’re able, to take this opportunity to enjoy the celebration on their own — relax, reconnect, and fully take in the day with us. We’re simply grateful to celebrate together in whatever way works best for you.