Larissa & Richin · Wedding World

0 · Hear, Hear

A note from the couple.

Dear family and friends,

Our wedding weekend draws from the many cultures, traditions, and religions that have shaped us as a couple. At its heart, this weekend is about our commitment to each other, and a celebration of the community that has raised, loved, and shaped us along the way!

On Friday, we’ll begin with a Sangeet: a joyful night of music, dance, and celebration rooted in Richin’s heritage and Larissa’s love of theatrics; a celebration that represents us truly. On Saturday, the mood will be a little bit serious and a lot joyous: vows at sunset, followed by a night of food, drinks, dancing, and time together, carrying us from sunset into the stars.

More than anything, we want this weekend to feel like a gathering of the people we love most, from all the different chapters of our lives. We are so excited to spend this time with our family and closest friends, to honor the traditions that matter to us, and to make space for joy, connection, and celebration in our own way!

We know this is a long trip, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who is able to make it! For those who cannot, we completely understand and look forward to celebrating with you another time.

With love,
Larissa and Richin

I · The Weekend

Three days by the sea and desert.

Where we will be

Sofitel Al Hamra

We are arranging a room block at Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort (Ras Al Khaimah). Booking details to follow.

Friday 26 Feb

A Thousand and One Dances

An evening of music, dancing, and celebration in the Ras Al Khaimah desert.

Approx. 5PM – 11PMIndian or Indo-Western FormalLocation TBA

Saturday 27 Feb · Day

Sips 'n Sun

An informal daytime gathering: breakfast/brunch followed by a relaxed pool party at the largest pool in the emirate, which happens to be an infinity pool made for a slow, sunny afternoon.

Approx. 9AM - 3PMBreakfast / BrunchLagoon Pool

Saturday 27 Feb · Evening

As X -> Forever

The wedding evening begins with a golden-hour ceremony on the beach, followed by cocktail hour overlooking the sunset hue, dinner, and an after party.

Approx. 5PM - 3AMGolden Hour CeremonySunset CocktailsDinner & After Party

Sunday 28 Feb

Recovery, Kinda? Lattes After Matrimony

A relaxed gathering by the beach to close out the weekend.

Approx. 8AM - NoonCasualEast

II · Story Map

How we got here.

01 · The Beginnings

Columbia

Our story began in an unlikely place: an EC campus gathering at Columbia, followed by a friendship built over shared dinners, events, and senior nights.

New York

Memory Folio · Chapter 1

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02 · Long Distance

NYC, DC, Oxford

Our relationship blossomed in New York, but was built both together and across distance, as life carried us to different cities, schools, and chapters.

Long Distance

Memory Folio · Chapter 2

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03 · Adventures Across the Globe

Across the Globe

We are a couple on the move! Whether walking 10+ miles through NYC or adventuring across the world, our memories have been shaped by the places we’ve explored, the meals we’ve shared, and the art that has inspired us.

Adventures

Memory Folio · Chapter 3

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04 · The Proposal

Cappadocia

After declaring NYC–Oxford their final long-distance chapter, Richin proposed during a graduation trip in Cappadocia. Larissa, mostly surprised, quickly said yes.

Cappadocia

Memory Folio · Chapter 4

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05 · The Celebration

Ras Al Khaimah

We took our time (some might say 10 years) planning a celebration that brings together our lives, homes, cultures, and favorite places, set between desert stars and an ocean sunset.

Ras Al Khaimah

Memory Folio · Chapter 5

✦Waiting for
February 2027

✦to be made
with you

✦in Ras Al Khaimah!

These frames are intentionally waiting. The wedding celebration with all of you will create the photographs that belong here!

III · Dress Code Atelier

Dress codes, translated.

Friday · Sangeet Night

Indian or Indo-Western formal encouraged.

Friday · Sangeet Night

A Thousand and One Dances

Festive, expressive, celebratory attire is welcome! There is no prescribed guest color palette.
Comfortable shoes are wise for dancing later in the night.

Think rich embroidery, movement, texture, and pieces that feel joyful for music and dancing.

Illustrated atelier guide for female wedding guests showing lehenga, saree, anarkali, and sharara silhouettes

Illustrated Atelier Card

Female Guest

A quick visual guide for guests who may be new to Indian occasionwear. These are inspiration silhouettes, not required looks.

Lehenga Saree Anarkali Sharara

Embroidered LehengaA festive skirt-and-blouse set, often with a dupatta, and one of the most celebratory Indian wedding silhouettes.

SareeA timeless draped silhouette that feels elegant, classic, and especially beautiful for evening events.

AnarkaliA long, flowing silhouette with graceful movement — comfortable, formal, and easy for dancing.

ShararaA playful formal option with a shorter top and dramatic flared pants, perfect for a lively Sangeet atmosphere.

Illustrated atelier guide for male wedding guests showing kurta set, bandhgala, sherwani, and Nehru jacket silhouettes

Illustrated Atelier Card

Male Guest

A quick visual guide for guests who may be new to Indian formalwear. These are inspiration silhouettes, not required looks.

Sherwani Bandhgala Kurta Set Nehru Jacket

SherwaniA more ceremonial long formal coat silhouette, often the dressiest Indian menswear option in the room.

BandhgalaA structured high-collar jacket look that feels sleek, tailored, and especially elevated for evening celebrations.

Kurta SetA classic long tunic with matching trousers — comfortable, polished, and one of the easiest Indian formal options.

Nehru JacketA polished sleeveless jacket layered over a kurta or shirt, great for guests who want an Indian-inspired look with flexibility.

Saturday · Wedding Night

Dubai beach chic.

Saturday · Wedding Night

As X -> Forever

Elegant, airy, beach-formal silhouettes.
There is no prescribed guest color palette, but but please do not wear white on Saturday.

Think polished, breezy, and easy to move in for a golden-hour beach setting.

Illustrated atelier guide for female wedding guests showing four Dubai Beach Chic silhouettes for the Saturday wedding night

Illustrated Atelier Card

Female Guest

A quick visual guide for Saturday’s Dubai Beach Chic dress code, with silhouettes that feel polished, breezy, and elevated for a beach ceremony and evening celebration.

Illustrated atelier guide for male wedding guests showing four Dubai Beach Chic silhouettes for the Saturday wedding night

Illustrated Atelier Card

Male Guest

A quick visual guide for Saturday’s Dubai Beach Chic dress code, with silhouettes that feel tailored and coastal without feeling heavy.

IV · Travel Companion

Flights, transfers, weather, and UAE notes.

Airport

Fly into Dubai

Dubai International Airport, DXB, is likely the easiest major international airport. Guests may also fly into Abu Dhabi, AUH, or Ras Al Khaimah, RKT. Sofitel Al Hamra is about one hour from DXB.

Hotel

Sofitel Al Hamra

The wedding weekend is centered around Sofitel Al Hamra, a beautiful coastal Arabian resort in Ras Al Khaimah. Friday’s Sangeet will take place at a separate RAK venue, with transportation provided. A room block has been arranged, and the booking link will be shared shortly.

Airport Transfers

Taxi, Uber, Careem

There are a number of ways to get around in the UAE - the couple encourages using a ride-hailing app (Uber or Careem) or local taxis to get around. For any requests or travel inquiries, please let the couple know and they are happy to help.

Location

Ras Al Khaimah

RAK is a neighboring emirate to Dubai, about 45 minutes away by car depending on route and traffic, a scenic nature and adventure hub known for its rugged mountains and pristine beaches.

Weather

February comfort

February is generally comfortable in the UAE: roughly 15°C–25°C / 59°F–77°F, with cooler mornings/evenings and warm afternoons. Pack light layers for desert and beach events.

Tourism

Come early

We encourage guests to come early and enjoy the UAE before the wedding. Ramadan is often a quieter time to visit, while travel is expected to pick up around Eid al-Fitr the following week. From culture, museums, and architecture to desert adventures, beaches, shopping, dining, and nature escapes, there is so much to explore. Please refer to Richin and Larissa’s guide to the UAE for recommendations!

The Desert Concierge (Please be gentle, I'm still learning!)

Welcome to the Desert Concierge. Ask me about travel, attire, events, weather, transport, or how to make the most of the wedding weekend.

V · RSVP

RSVP, before September 1.

Number of guests

Guest One

Welcome

Larissa& Richin

A note from the couple.

Three days by the sea and desert.

Sofitel Al Hamra

A Thousand and One Dances

Sips 'n Sun

As X -> Forever

Recovery, Kinda? Lattes After Matrimony

How we got here.

Columbia

NYC, DC, Oxford

Across the Globe

Cappadocia

Ras Al Khaimah

Dress codes, translated.

A Thousand and One Dances

Female Guest

Male Guest

As X -> Forever

Female Guest

Male Guest

Flights, transfers, weather, and UAE notes.

Fly into Dubai

Sofitel Al Hamra

Taxi, Uber, Careem

Ras Al Khaimah

February comfort

Come early

RSVP, before September 1.

Larissa
& Richin