Muslim Wedding Etiquette?
January 30, 2010
I am honoured to have just received a wedding invitation from a Bangladeshi Muslim colleague. I have every intention of going, but I obviously do not wish to inadvertently cause offence (I’m white C of E).
Can anyone let me know what to expect from the Ceremony itself…advise me on what to wear, including appropriate head covering… what are appropriate gifts, and if money then how much?
The Bride herself has far too much to do at the moment to bother her with such questions, and my other Asian friends are either Hindu or from different provinces/countries… so I am hoping someone on here can help 
Thanks in advance!
Thanks King Aqua … a subdued trouser suit, with something bright in the headscarf/shawl line should be fine then?
What about gifts?
Thanks Xlnc
II know that the Bride’s Father and his family are quite conservative, which is why I have decided on trousers (much easier to avoid any inadvertent skin showing!)… I’m now thinking of a rather elegant, sleeved tunic style top, probably in gold with black embroidery and beadwork and a matching scarf …
I’m in the UK and lucky enough to live in a very cosmopolitan town so I can get one of the local tailors to make the top for me in time for the wedding and do the beadwork myself (it is only 3 weeks away). gold and black slippers should be easy to find here too
I think I’ve decided on a very nice polished granite pestle and mortar for the gift … practical for grinding herbs (I know R has been properly trained by her Mum to cook!), and also an attractive item if she wishes to use it just for display.
Thank you both so much for taking time to help me out on this – I really appreciate it!
look,, its more culturally than religiously when it comes to weddings, so just dress up formally and no need to wear any head cover or anything cuz ur not bangali. u should know that muslims usually separate men and women in weddings, but not all the times. so just go there be natural and if ur a female, u can put an elegant scarf on ur head, if u dont desier then dont… and thats it. im not bangali but im muslim, and never mind any other costumes cuz those are all traditional bangali, not islamic…
have fun and if u need any other specific info feel free to email me
ur right, that outfit would be great.. and for the gifts thing just use ur thoughts and tatse ( which actually seems to be so elegant cuz ur asking these questions that show ur high politness level ) any way, for the gift thing again, as i said just go with ur chioce and be sure its not a bottle of fine wine or sumthin.( cuz in islam people are prohibited to drink alcoholic drinks ) and thats it…
have the best time and tell me how it was ?? 
2 Responses to “Muslim Wedding Etiquette?”
look,, its more culturally than religiously when it comes to weddings, so just dress up formally and no need to wear any head cover or anything cuz ur not bangali. u should know that muslims usually separate men and women in weddings, but not all the times. so just go there be natural and if ur a female, u can put an elegant scarf on ur head, if u dont desier then dont… and thats it. im not bangali but im muslim, and never mind any other costumes cuz those are all traditional bangali, not islamic…
have fun and if u need any other specific info feel free to email me
ur right, that outfit would be great.. and for the gifts thing just use ur thoughts and tatse ( which actually seems to be so elegant cuz ur asking these questions that show ur high politness level ) any way, for the gift thing again, as i said just go with ur chioce and be sure its not a bottle of fine wine or sumthin.( cuz in islam people are prohibited to drink alcoholic drinks ) and thats it…
have the best time and tell me how it was ??
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By king_aqua_4e on Jan 30, 2010
In Muslim weddings, Its more cultural then religion these days. Dress in any bright color elegant dress.. if you think they are a little conservative…make sure not to show a lot of skin. Men and women don’t mix during ceremonies or until the end of the ceremonies. It depends on culture. I am a Muslim from Central India..we have musical and singing celebration where men and women are in the same room at times. As for the gift, Generally household gifts are appreciated as a gesture to start a new family/life with new kitchen ware or living room/bedroom decors etc. But these days in Muslim wedding in America, I have seen a lot of people give Gift Cards from sears or Macy’s. Hope it helps…Enjoy the food..it is the main and the best part of Muslim weddings.
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I am a Muslim and we have at least one wedding in our family each year (cousins, second cousins, relatives..etc.)
By Xlnc on Jan 30, 2010