Family
Mansoor Jafferali
The Bride's Dad
Rozina Jafferali
The Bride's Mom
Samir Jafferali
The Bride's Brother
Lloyd McCluskey
The Groom's Dad
Jean McCluskey
The Groom's Mom
Kellie McCluskey
The Groom's Sister
Wedding Party
Amber Virani
Matron of Honor
Kellie McCluskey
Bridesmaid
Sandra Maldonado
Bridesmaid
Afsheen Budhwani
Bridesmaid
Haniya Lakhani
Bridesmaid
Anum Lakhani
Bridesmaid
Sonam Ali-Bana
Bridesmaid
Sarah Ali
Bridesmaid
Shamiza Ukani
Bridesmaid
Samir Jafferali
Best Man
Roberto Espinosa
Groomsman
Arsalan Lakhani
Groomsman
Shayain Lakhani
Groomsman
Aneel Lakhani
Groomsman
Shamil Ukani
Groomsman
Our Story
Sometimes it's the simplest things that have the biggest impact. For Anita and Fahim, it all started with a taco. Food that sparked a friendship built on a shared faith, books, and a love of good restaurants. Along the way, Fahim asked Anita out, to which she said no! Who knew that she was turning down the man of her dreams? But it wasn't long before that undeniable magnetism drew them together and so began the start of something beautiful.
A surprise romantic proposal sealed the deal. Fahim gathered both families together at The Chocolate Bar, and after getting down on one knee, he read a heartfelt poem describing their love. He then handed her a carefully chosen ring placed delicately inside a box of chocolates spelling out "Will You Marry Me?" This time, Anita, of course, said yes!
Anita and Fahim truly deserve all the happiness they have found in each other, and they would love for you to join them in celebrating their union on the 19th of June 2018.
In their own words: We are so excited to start this new chapter in our life. We have never been happier or been more blessed than we have been this year. Thank you for all your love, support, and encouragement. We truly can’t wait to share these moments with all of our family and friends.
Accommodation
For those traveling to Houston from out of town, we have secured a block of hotel rooms under the Group Name: "JAFFERALI WEDDING GROUP"
Discounted rates are available anytime between June 17th through June 22nd.
Hampton Inn & Suites Houston/League City
2320 Gulf Fwy S
League City, TX 77573
281-614-5437
Please use the link below to reserve your rooms.
SnackSizedLove Food Tour
"...the people who give you their food give you their heart." - Cesar Chavez
The Bride and Groom would LOVE for you to go on a food tour around
the city to try out their favorite restaurants.
Things to do in Houston
Coming in early? Staying Late? The following is a list of recommendations for what to see and do while you're here in Houston and in-between the wedding events!
Schedule
Monday June 18, 2018
Mendhi/Henna Party
Mendhi ceremony usually takes place just before marriage.
Traditionally, the Mendhi paste is made from dried powdered
henna leaves. Mendhi —or henna—is an ancient form of body
art, originating in India and across South Asia and the
Middle East. A Mendhi party is the pre-wedding celebration
when the bride and her family get mendhi applied in intricate
designs that symbolize various blessings, luck, joy, and
love.
908 Walnut Pointe, League City, TX 77573, USA
Pithi Ceremony
The Pithi ceremony is a joyful occasion where family members
and friends bless the couple with good wishes by rubbing a
haldi paste on the bride and groom’s neck, face, hands, and
legs. The paste is made of turmeric (haldi), uptan, saffron,
sandalwood powder, herbs, aromatic oils, rose water, and
other ingredients. The paste is believed to be an excellent
cleanser, providing skin with a glowing effect. There is a
modern interpretation to this tradition, where friends and
family shower the groom with condiments: ketchup, eggs,
flour, and other items to bestow upon him their blessings and
good luck.
Marquee Event Center
11040 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
Sangeet Celebrations
The Sangeet is where the party begins. The word Sangeet
translates to ‘sung together’ from Sanskrit. ‘Gaun’, another
word used to describe the event, means ‘songs’ or ‘to sing’
in Hindi. This musical night is a celebration of the union of
not only the couple but the bonding of both families. It is
here that both sides bring down their barriers and mingle in
a fun environment. This celebration includes dances and songs
performed by relatives and friends of the Bride and Groom and
an open dance floor to commemorate the festivities for the
following days.
Attire: Colorful Indian Wear or Cocktail Dress for
Women, Smart/Business Casual for Men
Marquee Event Center
11040 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
Tuesday June 19, 2018
Nikkah Ceremony
Nikkah, the Arabic word for marriage, means uniting. It is
the official Islamic wedding ceremony where the marriage
contract is mutually signed by the bride and the groom in the
presence of witnesses. This contract legalizes the wedding in
Islam.
Clear Lake Jamatkhana
350 FM1959, Houston, TX 77034, USA
Reception
The wedding reception is the first public appearance of the
bride and groom as a married couple. It is an extension of
the wedding day. It is a jovial affair with great company,
good music and non-stop dancing.
Attire: Formal Indian Wear or Cocktail Dress/Gown
for Women and Suit and Tie for Men
Ballroom at Bayou Place - Downtown Houston
500 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Wednesday June 20, 2018
Family Day and Satada at Night
Blessings at Jamatkhana for Bride and Groom followed by a
Farwell Dinner with the Bride’s family.
Houston, TX, USA
Thursday June 21, 2018
All Aboard the Carnival Valor
Port of Galveston
2502 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77550, USA
RSVP
Please RSVP by May 25, 2018
Gift Registry
Your love, your prayers, your laughter, and your company on this day is the greatest gift you can give, as such the bride and groom humbly request no boxed gifts at the wedding events.
A small alternative registry has been set up for those who have expressed an interest in honoring the bride and groom with a gift to mark the occasion. (PASSWORD: snacksizedlove)