12 months +
Agree a budget between families, set your dates, book venues and your key suppliers.
Planning resources
A calmer way to
plan your shaadi
Our guides to the timeline, the events and sourcing from Pakistan.
01
Your planning timeline
9 – 6 months
Order bridal outfits from Pakistan, book photography, makeup and décor, and plan a shopping trip.
3 months
Send invitations, finalise menus, choose family outfits and confirm jewellery and shoes.
The final month
Final fittings, a run of show for every event, and handing the details to us.
02
The events, explained
Dholki
Musical evenings with family and friends in the weeks before the wedding.
Mayun
An intimate ubtan ceremony to bless and prepare the bride.
Mehndi
Henna, colour, music and dance performances from both families.
Nikkah
The Islamic marriage ceremony and signing of the nikkah nama.
Baraat
The groom's arrival, traditionally hosted by the bride's family, ending in the rukhsati.
Walima
The reception hosted by the groom's family to celebrate the marriage.
03
Sourcing from Pakistan
Order early
Bespoke bridal pieces take months to make. Leave room for changes and fittings.
Budget for import costs
Shipped items can attract UK customs duty and VAT on arrival. Plan for it upfront.
Shop in person or live
A trip to Lahore or Karachi lets you see colours and fabric up close. Live video sessions are the next best thing.
Keep one point of contact
Orders, measurements and deliveries are easier when one person tracks them all.