Ceremonies

Holud Shonda

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Holud Shonda or Gaye Holud is a ceremony observed mostly in Bangladesh and in neighboring Indian state of West Bengal, Tripura & Assam by all Bengalis regardless of their religion. It is part of an elaborate series of celebrations constituting the Bengali wedding. The atmosphere is casual and fun! Dress Code: If you are representing the bride's side of the party: Men- Shades of Blue Kurta Pajama Women- Chundri Sari's, or White Kameez with Chundri Duppata If you are representing the grooms side of the party : Shades of green. Men: Green Kurta Pajama, or green shirt ect ect. Women: Green Sari, or salwar kameez or dress

Nikah

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

The Nikah is a religious ceremony for a Muslim couple to be legally wed under Islamic law. It’s a Prophetic tradition and the only permissible way that a man and woman can be married. This ceremony makes the wedding official and legitimizes the relationship in front of Allah (SWT) when the couple says, “I accept.” Dress Code: When attending a Muslim wedding ceremony and you aren't sure how to dress, err on the side of modesty. Women should choose dresses or tops with a modest neckline, and avoid short skirts. Please avoid wearing white, maroon or shades of red; as those will be the colors reserved for the brides attire.