Pecan Springs Ranch

Haldi + Mehendi

Sangeet

Canyonwood Ridge

Wedding

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Our Story

We met in 2018 at a student org at the University of Texas, but didn't speak much until we both found ourselves in Austin the following summer on break from our internships. We decided to finally grab lunch at Zilker Park and get to know each other. What was initially supposed to be a short lunch ended up as a three-hour conversation about everything from our childhoods to our biggest hopes and fears. For the rest of the summer, we texted and facetimed constantly. When the semester started, our friendship continued to grow into something deeper with Wednesday morning tacos and chai, movie nights, and more constant texting. Our friends watched from the sidelines and wondered whether we'd ever actually get together. Neha's feelings grew, but she was too nervous to say anything. Rey mostly remained clueless. When Rey's feelings finally started to catch up, Neha's began to fade. We thought our friendship was over - a combination of poor timing and bruised egos. In March 2020, we were all sent home from school because of the pandemic. Nostalgia about college graduation, isolation due to quarantine, and frequent Zoom hangouts led us to rekindle our friendship. After our (virtual) graduation, we had a heart-to-heart and realized we both weren't ready to give up on each other, and decided to give our relationship a real try. The rest is history!

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

Getting to Austin

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is the main airport in Austin. Downtown Austin and our hotel are about 15–20 minutes from the airport by car. From the airport, you can grab a rideshare (Uber/Lyft pickup is right outside baggage claim) or rent a car. If you're planning to explore Austin during the weekend, having a car can be helpful but isn't essential, as rideshares are widely available throughout the city! For those driving in, Austin is centrally located in Texas and easy to reach from most major Texas cities: about 3 hours from Houston or Dallas and roughly 1.5 hours from San Antonio.

Where to Stay

We've reserved two room blocks at the AC Hotel Hill Country for our wedding weekend. It's a beautiful, modern hotel with great vibes for hanging outside of our events! We recommend booking early, as the blocks are available on a first-come, first-served basis. There are plenty of great additional hotel options throughout Austin, but please note that any shuttles will only serve the AC Hotel. Click the appropriate link for your party below to book. Make sure to review your RSVP before booking to ensure you are booking the correct number of nights. Please let us know if you have any trouble booking.

AC Hotel Austin Hill Country

<a href="https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1783024726418&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rey's Side Hotel Block</a> <a href="https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1783023183868&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Neha's Side Hotel Block</a>

Travel

Indian Formal Clothing Types

While the events are traditionally Indian, guests can wear Western Formal or Indian formal attire. Refer to your RSVP for specific guidance for each event! For Women: Lehenga (or Lehenga Choli): A skirt + blouse + scarf (dupatta). Very popular and the easiest to wear formalwear. Saree (or Sari): A long, elegant pleated and draped fabric worn over a blouse and skirt (great for formal events like the ceremony or reception). Salwar / Anarkali: A tunic-style top with pants and a scarf. Comfortable and easy to wear. Indo-Western: Fusion outfits that mix Indian and modern style. Common styles include sharara, gharara, palazzo, and gowns! For Men: Kurta Pajama: A long tunic with fitted pants. Simple, comfortable, and perfect for most events. Nehru Jacket: A vest-style jacket worn over a kurta or even a dress shirt for a semi-formal look. Jodhpuri Suit: A tailored, structured Indian suit. Think of it as the Indian equivalent of a Western blazer and trousers! Sherwani: A more formal, structured long coat worn over pants.

Tips

Bright colors are encouraged. Don’t be afraid of color! Comfortable shoes are a good idea (there may be standing/dancing!). When in doubt, western formal (dresses, suits, etc.) is always welcome.

Note from the Bride and Groom

You generally don’t need to worry about matching specific outfits to events unless noted. More importantly, with wedding season always in full swing, please feel no pressure to wear something brand new! To whatever extent possible, we'd love for you to come dressed in something you already own and love. We're excited to celebrate with all of you wearing whatever wardrobe staples you feel most confident in.

Style Guide

Austin means the world to us. It's where Neha grew up and where both of us went to school and met. Over the years, we've each found some of the spots in the city that make us the happiest. If you're new to Austin and have some time to spend, consider checking out some of our favorites:

Neha's Favorites

<a href="https://www.tacodeli.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tacodeli</a>My family's favorite breakfast tacos! Before we started dating, Rey and I had a Wednesday morning tradition of Tacodeli and chai in my apartment courtyard before class. My favorites are the Freakin Vegan and the Jess Special. <a href="http://www.noriaustin.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nori</a>Excellent vegan Japanese food - the sushi and the tofu katsu curry are stellar. <a href="https://www.thelinehotel.com/austin/restaurants-bars/p6/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">P6 at The Line Hotel</a>A beautiful rooftop bar and lounge overlooking Lady Bird Lake. Perfect spot to watch the sunset with a cheeky cocktail, or to share a pitcher with friends. Coffee at <a href="https://meritcoffee.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Merit</a>, <a href="http://www.houndstoothcoffee.com/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=googlebusiness" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Houndstooth</a>, or <a href="https://www.sa-ten.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sa-Tén</a>Much of my college days were spent cafe-hopping for a change of scenery while studying. These are a few of my favorites! <a href="https://pterrys.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">P. Terry's</a>The best fast-food veggie burger you'll ever have. No Austin trip of mine is complete without one. I'm still petitioning for them to expand to NYC. <a href="https://www.patrizis.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patrizi's</a>Pasta food truck that is way better than it sounds. Delicious food, great outdoor seating space, and a cool bar next door if you want to grab a drink with your pasta. <a href="https://halcyon.coffee" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Halcyon</a>Winter doesn't really mean much in Austin, but on a particularly cold night it's fun to make your own s'mores at the table. <a href="http://radiocoffeeandbeer.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Radio Coffee &amp; Beer</a>Cafe by day, bar by night with cute outdoor seating and frequent evening events.

Rey's Favorites

<a href="http://www.betterhalfbar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Better Half</a>Cute downtown cafe and beer garden with a huge backyard. Perfect for coffee and breakfast or an afternoon lunch or beer. Make sure to try the cauliflower tots. <a href="https://www.loroeats.com/locations/austin/south-lamar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Loro</a>If you've heard of Uchi or Franklin's BBQ, this patio restaurant is a cool collaboration between the two. Delicious Japanese-BBQ fusion with some exciting vegetarian options. <a href="https://opasola.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Opa Coffee &amp; Wine Bar</a>A chill cafe that transitions from coffee to wine as the day goes on. Great vibes, great drinks, and wonderful live music some nights from local Austin performers. <a href="https://www.cenoteaustin.com/home/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cenote</a>Long-standing East Austin backyard restaurant perfect for an easy brunch. I've always loved their sandwiches and burgers. <a href="https://www.austintexas.gov/parks/locations/barton-creek-greenbelt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barton Creek Greenbelt</a>If you want to get outside, this is the easiest way to go on an easy or challenging hike. There won't be much water in December, but the trails are just as pretty. <a href="https://boulderingproject.com/location/springdale/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Austin Bouldering Project</a>I used to drive here many mornings at 6 AM to get in an early morning climb and workout. You can of course go at more reasonable hour. Super beginner friendly climbing gym with a huge weight room, yoga classes, and lots of space upstairs to relax. <a href="https://eastaustinsucculents.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">East Austin Succulents</a>An amazing plant shop on the East Side. Was always one of my favorite places to walk with a friend and enjoy the beautiful outdoor space. <a href="https://cabobobs.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cabo Bob's</a>Chipotle on steroids. Best burritos in the world, with four different flavors of tortilla (you can even do half and half) and incredible ingredients.

Neha + Reyaan

Neha + Reyaan

Travel

Getting to Austin

Where to Stay

AC Hotel Austin Hill Country