Elizabeth and Daksh
are getting married
A Note From Us
We come from different places, cultures, and backgrounds, with roots spanning Hong Kong, Dehradun, Dubai, New Orleans, and now New York City, the place we've built our life together. That blend of cultures shapes so much of who we are: the music we enjoy, the food we share, the way we celebrate, and the people we surround ourselves with.
We love creating, hosting, dancing, making music, sharing meals, and bringing people together. More than anything, we care deeply about community and the people we love.
Our wedding is a reflection of all of that: vibrant, joyful, multicultural, and centered around the people who have shaped our lives. We hope that by the end of the celebrations, you not only feel how much we love each other, but also how deeply we love the people around us.
The Celebrations
Wedding Events
A joyful journey of cultures and ceremonies
The Christian Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Celebratory cocktails following the ceremony.
Reception
Dinner reception to celebrate the newlyweds.
The Warm-Up
Breakfast
Start the day with a leisurely breakfast at the retreat.
Haldi
A vibrant ritual where turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom for blessings of prosperity and beauty. Wear yellow, and nothing too precious! Learn about the Haldi ceremony →
Mehendi & Lunch
Intricate henna designs accompanied by a relaxed lunch. Learn about the ceremonies →
High Tea
An afternoon tea to refresh before the evening.
Sangeet
The highlight of it all: a night of music, dance, and celebration!
After-Party
For the night owls, the celebration continues.
The Main Event
Breakfast
Morning breakfast at the retreat.
Lunch
Celebratory lunch following the ceremony.
High Tea
Afternoon tea before the evening celebrations.
Baraat
Traditionally the groom's grand procession, our baraat celebrates both of us - already married, we process together with all of our loved ones, timed with the golden hour sunset.
Reception
The grand finale: reception and dinner. Dress to impress!
After-Party
Change into something comfortable and keep celebrating!
Style Guide
What to Wear
Your guide to dressing for each celebration
Men: A suit or tuxedo, or Indian formals such as a bandhgala or sherwani.
Women: A cocktail dress or gown, or a saree or anarkali.
Cocktail · Western or IndianMen: Yellow kurta pajama.
Women: Anything yellow!
Note: Turmeric stains!
Casual · IndianMen: Sherwani, jodhpuri suit, or formal kurta.
Women: Lehenga, saree, or anarkali. Glamorous!
Formal · IndianMen: Sherwani, formal kurta, or suit.
Women: Saree, lehenga, or elegant dress.
Formal · Indian or WesternMen: Sherwani, bandhgala, jodhpuri, or a black tuxedo.
Women: Show-stopping lehenga, regal saree, or a black-tie gown, finished with a maang tikka.
Black-Tie · Indian or WesternA Note on Footwear
Several of our celebrations will be held outdoors on lawns and grass, so please pack accordingly. Wear whatever you love, though for the ladies, block heels, wedges, or juttis are gently recommended over stilettos to keep things steady on softer ground.
Getting There
Travel & Visa
Planning your journey to Corbett National Park
✈️ Flights
Best-connected: Delhi (DEL), ~260 km.
Nearest: Pantnagar (PGH), ~80 km.
🚗 Ground Transport
- From Delhi airport: ~5–6 hr drive
- From Pantnagar airport: ~2 hr drive
For guests requiring transport, our planning team will share trusted local options that may be reserved directly by guests.
Accommodation
We are looking forward to hosting you at the Riverview Retreat for the duration of the wedding celebrations.
The Riverview Retreat, Corbett
Zero Garjia, Corbett National Park, Dhikuli,
Ramnagar, Nainital, Uttarakhand 244715
Arriving Before
For guests extending their journey before the celebrations, our wedding planner will be delighted to share a selection of lovely nearby hotels and retreats for you to book directly.
Staying After
For those wishing to linger a little longer after the wedding, you may reserve directly with the hotel using a special reservation number that we will share, or speak with our wedding planner for assistance.
Contact details will be shared soon.
Gifts
Registry
Respond
RSVP
Kindly RSVP by July 31. As it is peak wedding season in India, accommodations at our wedding hotel can only be secured for guests who confirm by this date. Reservations thereafter will be subject to availability and may be arranged at a nearby property. Should your plans change after confirming, we would be grateful if you could let us know at the earliest to help us manage room allocations. Your prompt reply means the world to us, and we sincerely hope you can join us.
Helpful Details
Useful Information
Everything else you might need
- Old Delhi: Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid, street food
- India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan
- Humayun's Tomb
- Qutub Minar
- Lodhi Gardens
- Hauz Khas Village
- Khan Market and Connaught Place
- Wildlife jeep safari
- Birdwatching: 600+ species
- Riverside walks along the Kosi
- Nature trails
- Corbett Museum
- Ramnagar town markets
- Garjia Devi Temple
- Daytime: ~23°C (73°F)
- Evening: ~9°C (48°F)
- Sunrise ~6:45 AM · Sunset ~6 PM
- Dry season
Indian Rupee (₹)
- ATMs in Ramnagar
- Hotels accept cards
- Cash for markets
- Exchange at Delhi airport
Need Help?
Questions
For questions about travel, accommodation, or celebrations
Wedding Planner & Dedicated Guest Team
Our wedding planner and dedicated guest team will be in touch with additional details soon. We will continue to update this website as the celebration approaches, so please check back periodically for the latest information.
Mehndi Ceremony
More than just beautiful patterns, Mehndi symbolizes joy, love, prosperity, and new beginnings. Traditionally applied to bring good fortune and positive energy to the couple, the intricate henna designs are also a reminder to slow down, celebrate, and soak in the excitement before the wedding festivities begin. Somewhere between the music, dancing, and guests carefully avoiding smudges, the Mehndi ceremony becomes one of the most vibrant and joy-filled moments of the wedding.
Haldi Ceremony
The official beginning of the wedding madness. Rooted in tradition, Haldi is believed to cleanse, protect, and bless the couple before they begin a new chapter together. The turmeric paste symbolizes prosperity, positivity, and that unmistakable wedding glow. What starts as a graceful ritual somehow always ends with laughter, yellow-stained outfits, and someone getting ambushed with Haldi, making it one of the happiest and most chaotic celebrations before the wedding.
The Christian Ceremony
Before family, friends, and God, vows are made that mark the beginning of a marriage: promises rooted in love, faithfulness, grace, and partnership. The Christian ceremony reflects the belief that marriage is a sacred covenant: choosing one another fully, supporting one another through every season of life, and building a home grounded in faith and love.
The Seven Sacred Steps
In a Hindu wedding, the couple takes seven sacred steps around Agni, the holy fire, believed to be the eternal witness to their vows. Agni symbolizes purity, warmth, light, and divine blessings, making each promise sacred and lifelong.
Seven steps, seven promises, and one beautiful journey together.
First Phera
ॐ ईषे एकपदी भवः
Om Eeshe Ekapadi Bhavah
Let’s always keep each other happy, fed, and cared for.
Second Phera
ॐ ऊर्जे द्विपदी भवः
Om Urje Dvipadi Bhavah
We’ll be each other’s strength through every high and low.
Third Phera
ॐ रायस्पोषाय त्रिपदी भवः
Om Rayasposhaya Tripadi Bhavah
Together, we’ll build a life filled with prosperity, dreams, and plenty of celebrations.
Fourth Phera
ॐ मायो भवाय चतुष्पदी भवः
Om Mayo Bhavaya Chatushpadi Bhavah
We promise love, respect, and a friendship that only grows stronger with time.
Fifth Phera
ॐ प्रजाभ्यः पञ्चपदी भवः
Om Prajabhyah Panchapadi Bhavah
Here’s to family, shared values, and making memories for generations to come.
Sixth Phera
ॐ ऋतुभ्यः षट्पदी भवः
Om Ritubhyah Shatpadi Bhavah
We’ll walk through life side by side, in health, peace, and every adventure ahead.
Seventh Phera
ॐ सखे सप्तपदी भवः
Om Sakhe Saptapadi Bhavah
From this step onward, we are best friends, partners, and soulmates forever.