Reception is the final wedding celebration where newlyweds are formally introduced to families and guests. Send invitations with venue, date, time, dress code, and RSVP details.

About Reception

The reception is the formal dinner or gathering held after wedding ceremonies (Pheras, Nikkah, or equivalent rituals depending on religion and region). It marks the official union and brings together families, relatives, and friends to celebrate. Invitations must include: couple's names, date and time, venue with address, dress code, meal details (vegetarian/non-vegetarian options), RSVP deadline, and contact person. In Hindu weddings, the reception typically follows Pheras and Haldi or Sangeet ceremonies. In Muslim weddings, it may follow Nikkah. In Christian and Sikh ceremonies, it follows the main ritual. Bengali receptions may feature Saat Paak (seven courses). Regional variations exist: North Indian receptions often include dancing and live entertainment; South Indian receptions may emphasize formal dining; Bengali receptions are known for elaborate multi-course meals. Some families hold separate men's and women's receptions or multiple events across cities. Save the date cards are often sent 2–3 months before the reception.

Cultural context

The reception as a formal post-wedding gathering is practised across Indian religions and regions—Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, and others—though rituals and timings vary. It represents social recognition of the marriage and family bonding. Guest composition, menu, and format reflect regional, religious, and family customs. In urban India, receptions are increasingly modern; in traditional settings, they retain ceremonial elements and multi-day formats.