Thai Ceremony

Date: Wednesday, January 7th
Location: Baan Wannakavee
Transportation: Shuttles will be provided from the Sukhothai.
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Attire: Thai, Indian, or Western attire. Light, breathable, afternoon garden-party elegance.
See below for more details and inspiration!

Our Thai wedding day will blend meaningful Buddhist traditions with time-honored Thai customs. Here’s a glimpse of what to expect:

Buddhist Ceremony

The day begins with a blessing by nine monks, followed by a series of traditional Thai rituals:

Traditional Thai Rituals

Ring Exchange Ceremony

Anointing Ceremony

The couple receives symbolic blessings with flower garlands, candlelight, and sacred powder on the forehead.

รดน้ำสังข์ / Water-Pouring Ceremony

Elders pour holy water over the couple’s hands while offering wishes for a happy future.

Lunch Reception

Following the ceremony, please join us for a relaxed lunch reception to celebrate together!

If you’d like to wear traditional Thai attire for the wedding, here's a quick guide and a nearby rental option:

Women

Ruean Ton or Chitralada– Long-sleeve blouse paired with an ankle-length sarong skirt.
Siwalai– Long over-the-shoulder sabai (sash) paired with an ankle-length sarong skirt.

Men

Suea Phra Ratchathan– A formal silk jacket with a Mandarin-style collar, usually paired with fitted trousers.
Chong Kraben– Wraparound cloth pants.

Where to Rent

Doodeedress Siam - A great nearby shop for Thai outfit rentals. You’re welcome to visit in person to view and try on outfits ahead of the Thai wedding if you’ll be in Bangkok early. Please note the shop is closed on Sundays and requires 2 days’ notice to prepare an outfit for delivery or pickup. You can also let us know in advance, and we'll coordinate a rental with the store on your behalf.