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Cocktail Hour Dilemma: Should Brides & Grooms Attend or Sit It Out?

It’s one of the biggest debates in wedding planning—should you join your guests for cocktail hour, or take that time for portraits, outfit changes, and a much-needed breather? In this episode, we’re gonna talk pros and cons of each choice, how cultural expectations play a role (especially in South Asian weddings), and whether you can strike the perfect balance between mingling and maximizing your wedding photography. Plus, I’ll share my best tips to ensure you don’t miss out—whether you’re sipping on a signature cocktail or sneaking in a private moment together before the reception.

// Chapter timeline

0:00 Introduction
1:20 The Importance of Cocktail Hour
1:48 Client Preferences
2:37 Benefits of Joining Cocktail Hour
3:00 Obligatory Pictures
3:49 Parents
4:32 Splitting Wedding Functions
5:32 Hair and Makeup Coordination
6:12 Extending Cocktail Hours
7:01 Bridal Party
7:51 Photography
8:55 Holding Room
9:45 Conclusion
10:25 Questions and Comments
10:57 Future Episodes

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It’s this simple.
Not everyone sees the beauty in the details anymore.

While many are shooting wider, faster, and flatter—we’re still here, focused on the quiet, meaningful, intentional moments. The kind that slow you down. The kind that last.

If muted, mass-produced wedding coverage isn’t your vibe—you’re in the right place.

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It’s this simple. Not everyone sees the beauty in the details anymore. While many are shooting wider, faster, and flatter—we’re still here, focused on the quiet, meaningful, intentional moments. The kind that slow you down. The kind that last. If muted, mass-produced wedding coverage isn’t your vibe—you’re in the right place. We’d love to hear about your story, your vision, your details—and share a little of ours too. It’s time to get focused, planning brides. 🎯 Let’s make sure nothing that matters gets missed. 🖥️ Schedule your Zoom at www.theregetis.com 📧 info@regetis.com 📍DC • Virginia • Destination

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💡 Planning a multi-day event? No problem.
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We’ll provide one simple base price with a clear hourly rate if your celebration expands. No fluff, no upsells, no hidden fees. Just the confidence of knowing what it costs from the beginning.

📸 You get us—Amy & Srinu.
No associate shooters. No mystery team. The two of us are with you from start to finish. We don`t just show up—we bring nearly 20 years of experience, cultural sensitivity, and a love for what we do right to your celebration.

You want to know who’s showing up.
And you don’t want to stress about timeline changes or coverage hours mid-planning.
We’ve photographed hundreds of weddings. We know how things shift, expand, and evolve—and we plan for it. This isn’t our first mandap. Or church. Or vineyard. 😉

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✨ Planning your 2026 Indian or South Asian wedding? 📸 Stop the scroll—this is your sign to book photographers who actually get it. No proposals. No fluff. Just real people, real experience, real results. 🎥 Schedule your Zoom with Amy now via www.theregetis.com 💍 Because your wedding deserves more than just pictures—it deserves The Regeti’s. 🎥 No More Proposals Sent via Email Instead of just sending over pricing, we now require a quick Zoom call with Amy (that’s me!). Why? Because I want to hear your story, your needs, your vision—and from there, we’ll give you a custom flat-rate quote that’s worry-free and all-inclusive. 💡 Planning a multi-day event? No problem. 💡 Not sure how much coverage you'll need yet? That’s okay too. We’ll provide one simple base price with a clear hourly rate if your celebration expands. No fluff, no upsells, no hidden fees. Just the confidence of knowing what it costs from the beginning. 📸 You get us—Amy & Srinu. No associate shooters. No mystery team. The two of us are with you from start to finish. We don't just show up—we bring nearly 20 years of experience, cultural sensitivity, and a love for what we do right to your celebration. You want to know who’s showing up. And you don’t want to stress about timeline changes or coverage hours mid-planning. We’ve photographed hundreds of weddings. We know how things shift, expand, and evolve—and we plan for it. This isn’t our first mandap. Or church. Or vineyard. 😉 🎁 Here’s What to Do Next 👉 Visit our site: www.theregetis.com 👉 Click "Schedule a Zoom" and book your 1:1 consultation with Amy 👉 Relax. We’ll take it from here. 🖥️ Head over to YouTube.com/@AmyRegeti and check out my South Indian wedding planning tips, vendor advice, and real talk from someone who lives and breathes weddings. Whether you’re getting married here in the DMV or across the globe, if you want photographers who show up for you 100%, care deeply, and deliver imagery that will outlast every trend—we’re your people. 📍 Based in Washington, DC | 📷 Booking Worldwide *Mention "frozen custard" an recieve a FREE B&G Album - this is what we call an "easter egg" within a post - tells us you are thorough!