REHEARSAL DINNER
FRIDAY • SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • 6:00PM-10:00PM
we’ll keep the celebrations going with a rehearsal dinner at the country club of detroit.
220 country club drive
grosse pointe farms, mi 48236
WHAT TO WEAR
the attire for our rehearsal dinner is garden chic. floral prints and bold colors are encouraged. jackets are required for men, and no denim is allowed at the club.
POOL PARTY
FRIDAY • SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • NOON-3:00PM
help us kickoff the wedding weekend with a festive pool party at the shields residence.
15444 windmill pointe drive
grosse pointe park, mi 48230
WHAT TO WEAR
the dress code for this event is poolside lounge. visit the link below for wardrobe inspiration, and feel free to bring a swimsuit if you’d like!
ZAFFA CEREMONY
SATURDAY • 09.20.25 • NOON-2:00PM
15444 windmill pointe drive • grosse pointe park, mi 48230
THIS PRE-WEDDING EVENT IS OPTIONAL
a chaldean zaffa is a procession that traditionally escorts the bride and groom to their wedding ceremony, featuring live music with traditional middle eastern instruments like the oud, tabla, and mijwiz. the procession typically includes family, friends, and musicians who dance and celebrate while leading the couple. this ancient tradition symbolizes the community's blessing and support for the new marriage, creating a festive atmosphere that honors chaldean cultural heritage. the zaffa serves as both a celebration and a formal announcement to the community that the wedding festivities have begun.
WHAT TO WEAR
the dress code for the zaffa ceremony is black tie. there will be transportation from the house to the church, so many guests will wear their attire for the wedding beginning at the zaffa. please see the link below for attire inspiration!