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November 7, 2026
Lake Forest, IL

Aaron & Samantha

FAQs

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WHEN & HOW SHOULD I RSVP?

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Please make sure to RSVP "yes" or "no" by October 18th, 2026. You can click the RSVP tab above, we will also include a paper RSVP with the invite if you prefer to mail your RSVP back to us!

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CAN I BRING A PLUS ONE?

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Due to limited space at our venue, we are only able to accommodate those formally invited on the invitation. If you received a plus one they will appear when you RSVP.

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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I CAN'T MAKE IT?

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You will be missed! If you can't make it please make sure to RSVP "no", so we can plan accordingly with our guest count for our vendors! Please do this before October 18th when RSVPs are due. If you have already RSVP'd "Attending", but find that you will not make it, Please notify Sam or Mother of the Groom as soon as you are aware.

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WHAT IF I DIDN'T RSVP IN TIME?

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If we do not receive your RSVP by the date provided, it will automatically be marked as 'no'. We will miss celebrating with you but it is imperative we provide our vendors with a final guest count within the time they have given us. Thank you for understanding!

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WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?

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We would love to see our friends & family dressed up with us! Our wedding is Semi-Formal. Click the Gallery tab for outfit inspo!

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WHAT COLORS SHOULD I AVOID?

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We kindly ask you to avoid colors traditionally reserved for the bride - whites, ivories, and creams! *Bridesmaids will be wearing soft blues, Maid of Honor will be in a Navy color.

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WILL THERE BE PARKING?

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There will be parking at ceremony & reception! If you are drinking, please have a designated driver or use a rideshare. We want everyone to get home safely! *When you arrive on Kennedy Road you will come to a complete stop, there will be a roundabout in front of you, on your left and you will see Woodhouse Drive, turn left in front of the roundabout onto Woodhouse Drive. Follow the signs for parking & there will be signs leading you to the reception area!

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WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?

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The ceremony will be starting at 3:00pm. To avoid being late and missing anything we recommend arriving by 2:30pm to ensure parking and finding a seat before it starts! Unfortunately late arrivals will not be allowed to enter the church.

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CAN I TAKE PHOTOS/VIDEOS DURING THE CEREMONY?

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We have hired an amazing photographer, and they will be there to capture all the moments of the ceremony! We do kindly ask that phones be put away during the ceremony portion. Feel free to take as many photos/videos once the ceremony is finished!

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WHERE SHOULD I STAY?

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Thank you so much for traveling the distance to celebrate with us! We have provided everyone with a great list of hotels near the venue that you may book with for the night. Information will be located under the travel tab with links provided to each hotel to check availability and book.

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WILL THERE BE AN OPEN BAR?

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Yes! The drinks are on us and the hangover is on you! Please arrange transportation from the venue if you plan on drinking. We want all our loved ones to make it home safe!