A Guide to the Dress Code

What to Wear

Three Days · Four Events

A blend of South Indian tradition and beachfront formal. Here's a guide for each event — dress comfortably, embrace the colors, and have fun with it.

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Haldi

Wed, May 27 · 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Yellow Outfits
Palette
Women

Yellow kurtas, lehengas, sarees, or breezy yellow dresses. Light fabrics that breathe.

Men

Yellow kurta-pajama, linen shirts, or light cotton outfits in yellow tones.

Notes
  • Haldi will be outdoors, so keep it light!
  • There may be water guns… so wear something you're okay with getting wet!
  • Turmeric stains — don't wear anything precious.
Haldi yellow outfit example

Sangeet

Wed, May 27 · 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Colorful Indo-Western Outfits
Palette
Women

Lehengas, sarees, anarkalis, or fusion outfits in vibrant colors. Sparkle and movement encouraged.

Men

Sherwanis, bandhgalas, kurta-pajamas with jackets, or smart Indo-Western looks.

Notes
  • Sangeet will be outdoors, so keep it fancy, but light!
  • Get ready to dance!
Avoid: Coral / Orange if possible
Sangeet outfit example 1
Sangeet outfit example 2
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Hindu Ceremony

Thu, May 28 · 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Classic South-Indian Outfits
Palette
Women

Classic Sarees.

Men

Light kurtas or linen shirts. Mundu / veshti optional.

Notes
  • Guests will be seated indoors!
  • Following the ceremony will be a banana leaf lunch.
Avoid: Red / Maroon, white, or black if possible
Hindu ceremony outfit example 1
Hindu ceremony outfit example 2

Christian Ceremony & Reception

Thu, May 28 · 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Fancy Indian / Formal American
Palette
Women

Shiny Lehengas or Dresses / Gowns.

Men

Fancy Sherwanis or Suits.

Notes
  • The Christian wedding will be outdoors, but the reception will be indoors.
  • Be ready to party til the night ends!
Avoid: Dark Green / White if possible
Christian ceremony and reception outfit example

A Few More Things

General tips

Tropical heat is real

Late May in Bali is warm and humid. Choose breathable fabrics — silk, cotton, linen blends — over heavy synthetics.

Indoor vs outdoor

Haldi, Sangeet, and the Christian ceremony are outdoors. The Hindu ceremony and reception are indoors — bring a light layer for AC.

Comfort wins

There's a lot of standing, walking, and dancing across three days. Bring at least one pair of broken-in shoes you trust.

Don't stress

These are guidelines, not rules. Wear what makes you feel beautiful and at ease — that's what we want to see in the photos.