How to Prepare for an Indian Wedding

Indian weddings are based on specific traditions and customs. These customs are still followed in modern wedding ceremonies. Indian customs focus on the celebration of joining the two families with participation of all family members. Wedding planners in the United States are not as familiar with these customs so supplying them with the guidelines will achieve the desired wedding celebration.

• The first part of the wedding is an official wedding
  announcement party for the upcoming nuptials. This party is called
  Roka and the guests will bring presents to bring good luck to the
  bride and groom. The party will be held in a special location chosen
  by the families and will include food and drinks.


• Select the date for the wedding. The date is chosen by
  consulting the astrological charts to determine the best time for
  the couple to begin their lives together.


• Select the location for the wedding. The venue should
  accommodate the number of guests that are invited. The wedding
  location will require a deposit to secure the space.


• The wedding continues over several days with parties and then
  finally the wedding on the last day. Each day of the celebration can
  be held in the same location of different locations.


• Select the colors for the wedding celebrations. Traditional
  Indian weddings use red and gold to symbolize good fortune.


• Select a caterer to supply the food for the wedding. When
  selecting the caterer, ask specific questions about their knowledge
  of Indian foods and traditions.


• Select the wedding clothing for each day of the celebrations.
  On the wedding day the bride will wear a bright red wedding gown and
  the bridal party will wear bright colored dresses.


• Decide on the music for the wedding and hire a band to
  perform at the wedding celebrations.


• Send out the wedding invitations to all of the guests with a
  response card. The invitation will include all of the information
  about the different parties.