Bridal Mehndi

Pazzo's

Sangeet

Chicago Cultural Center

Wedding and Reception

Barat

Wedding Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Hi everyone! We’re so excited to celebrate with you all on May 22 at the Chicago Cultural Center! Since our ceremony blends both Hindu and Western traditions, we wanted to give you an overview of the ceremony day. At 3:00 PM, we’ll kick things off with the Baraat, which is the groom’s celebratory procession. It’s a lively, music-filled entrance where guests are encouraged to join in, walk, dance, and enjoy the moment as we make our way into the venue lobby. Once the Baraat arrives in the lobby, we’ll have a brief Milini ceremony, where close family members from both sides greet and welcome each other. After that, we’ll invite everyone to take their seats inside the Preston Bradley Hall as the formal ceremony begins promptly at 3:30. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Our Wedding

Our Story

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Wedding Party

While the events are traditionally Indian, guests can where Western Formal or Indian formal attire. Indian Formal Clothing Types: For Women:Saree (or Sari): A long, elegant draped fabric worn over a blouse and skirt (great for formal events like the ceremony or reception). Lehenga (or Lehenga Choli): A skirt + crop top + optional scarf (dupatta). Very popular and festive, great for weddings! Salwar Kameez / Anarkali: A tunic-style top with pants and a scarf. Comfortable, modest, and easy to wear (great for any event). Indo-Western: Fusion outfits that mix Indian and modern style, often easier if you’re new to Indian clothing. For Men: Kurta Pajama: A long tunic with fitted pants. Simple, comfortable, and perfect for most events. Sherwani: A more formal, structured long coat worn over pants (great for the wedding ceremony). Nehru Jacket: A vest-style jacket worn over a kurta or even a dress shirt for a semi-formal look. Indo-Western: Modern fusion outfits combining Western and Indian styles. Tips:Bright colors are encouraged—don’t be afraid of color! You generally don’t need to worry about matching specific outfits to events unless noted. Comfortable shoes are a good idea (there may be standing/dancing!). If in doubt, cocktail or semi-formal attire is perfectly fine too. If you are interested in Indian attire please refer to the websites below or reach out to your local Indian attire stores. Websites:<a href="https://www.cbazaar.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopBClDeLLutQoo87nPW_OBdxPsXePWeX7cDXfNNjtclRtBhuAtB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.cbazaar.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopBClDeLLutQoo87nPW_OBdxPsXePWeX7cDXfNNjtclRtBhuAtB</a> <a href="https://www.utsavfashion.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.utsavfashion.com/</a> <a href="https://www.houseofindya.com/?utm_source=adyogi&amp;utm_medium=google-performancemax&amp;utm_campaign=HOUS_14737_adyogi_PerformanceMax_New+Collection_US-21645568690&amp;utm_content=-&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21641901038&amp;gbraid=0AAAAABL8EEC_oDe-j6180SEjSE2wWEFbe&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAvaLLBhBFEiwAYCNTf0ohH_1D1YdNCZLpsGze5Rh89J7gcmUVkFCjxZljaMzNb32xCfwFTBoC1U8QAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.houseofindya.com/?utm_source=adyogi&amp;utm_medium=google-performancemax&amp;utm_campaign=HOUS_14737_adyogi_PerformanceMax_New+Collection_US-21645568690&amp;utm_content=-&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21641901038&amp;gbraid=0AAAAABL8EEC_oDe-j6180SEjSE2wWEFbe&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAvaLLBhBFEiwAYCNTf0ohH_1D1YdNCZLpsGze5Rh89J7gcmUVkFCjxZljaMzNb32xCfwFTBoC1U8QAvD_BwE</a> <a href="https://shopkynah.com/?srsltid=ARcRdnpenHxLRo18R0OmHov6s8YIBtd5m88dj0RShnYau9nFxoacwF5Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://shopkynah.com/?srsltid=ARcRdnpenHxLRo18R0OmHov6s8YIBtd5m88dj0RShnYau9nFxoacwF5Q</a>

Dress Code

Registry

We are so grateful for your love and support! We kindly request no boxed gifts. We will appreciate your checks or monetary gifts towards our future goals. For those who prefer, you may contribute to our honeymoon fund here: <a href="https://www.honeyfund.com/site/srivastava-christensen-05-22-2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.honeyfund.com/site/srivastava-christensen-05-22-2026</a>

Our Registry

Q + A

Please use the link below if you are interested in booking our hotel block:<a href="https://book.passkey.com/go/SrivastavaChristensenWedding?utm_source=2497&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=298401532&amp;trkid=603947299&amp;linkid=3789390205" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://book.passkey.com/go/SrivastavaChristensenWedding</a> *If using the hotel block please confirm your departure date when you check-in to avoid the early departure fee."

Shivani & Mickey

Shivani & Mickey

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