Anna Lee + Akshar

November 8, 2025 • Santa Barbara, CA

Anna Lee + Akshar

November 8, 2025 • Santa Barbara, CA

What should we wear to the Rehearsal Dinner + Welcome Party?!

we would love for you all to wear Indian attire - even if its your first time! see below for suggestions:

women: lehengas and sarees

men: kurtas


there are tons of options on Amazon and Etsy

but feel free to check out these websites below:


https://www.houseofindya.com/

https://www.manyavar.com/en-us

https://www.perniaspopupshop.com

https://www.kalkifashion.com/


there are also great Indian clothing stores

in Dallas, Austin, etc.

if you would rather try on in person! please feel free to text

or call if you have any questions!

When should I come to Santa Barbara?!

wedding festivities will officially start on Friday, November 7 but we welcome anyone to come as early as they are able! we will have an informal hang out at a wine spot in downtown SB on the night of Thursday, November 6! more details to come!

Are kids welcome?

though we love all of your kids and babies - wedding events are reserved for adults only! we hope this is a relaxing and fun event for all!

When should we RSVP?

due to it being a destination wedding, we encourage you to RSVP as soon as you know if you are able to make the trip to Santa Barbara or not! please RSVP no later than August 31, 2025.

Can I bring a plus one?

we've made sure to address your invitation with "guest" if we've accounted for a +1

Should I bring cash for the after party piano bar for song requests????

YES.