FAQs

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When Is Your Wedding?

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On Saturday, September 20th we will be saying "I do" and we hope to celebrate with you! Please RSVP and let us know your plans to attend by Friday, August 1st.

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Is There A Dress Code?

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Yes, the dress code for our wedding is Formal. We ask that gentlemen wear a tuxedo or suit and tie, and ladies wear an evening gown or midi or knee-length cocktail dress. We kindly request that you do not wear jeans, athletic wear, or any white dresses.

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Are Children Invited?

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No — We love your little ones, but respectfully request that no children under the age of 16 attend the reception. Children who are in our wedding party will attend our ceremony, but we look forward to an adult-only reception where all of our guests, including parents, can unwind and celebrate.

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Can I Bring A Guest to the wedding?

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We’re so excited to celebrate with all of the loved ones we’ve invited! Due to space limitations, we can only accommodate the guests specifically named on the invitation. We truly appreciate your understanding, and if you have any questions or anything you'd like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly.

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What Time Does Your Wedding Begin?

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Our wedding ceremony will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m. We kindly request that all guests arrive to the venue by 4:15 allot enough time for parking and seating.

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What Airport Should I Fly Into?

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Please plan to fly into Dulles International Airport (airport code: IAD). Dulles airport is a 7-minute drive from The Hyatt Regency Reston.

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Is there A Hotel Room Block?

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Yes, a room block has been reserved at The Hyatt Regency Reston at a discounted rate of $139 per night. When reserving by phone, please reference the Welch-Alleyne/Brown wedding or use the group code "G-WABR." You can also reserve your room by calling (703) 709-1234 or visiting our room block site linked in the "Travel" section of our wedding website. Be sure to reserve your room by August 29, 2025 to receive the discounted rate.

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IF I AM TRAVELING FOR THE WEDDING, WHEN SHOULD I PLAN TO ARRIVE?

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We recognize and appreciate that many of our guests will be traveling to celebrate our special day with us. Although our wedding ceremony and reception will occur on Saturday, September 20th, we highly encourage our guests to arrive at our host hotel on Friday, September 19th to attend our welcome celebration. Also note that check-in at the host hotel is at 4:00 p.m. We highly recommend that any guests arriving on Saturday morning book their rooms from the night before so that they can access their rooms upon arrival.

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Will There Be Guest Transportation From The Host Hotel To the Wedding Venue?

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Yes! For our guests' convenience, we have arranged transportation from our host hotel to our wedding venue. Shuttles will depart from the hotel prior to the ceremony and will also be available to return guests after the reception. Exact pickup times will be shared closer to our wedding—please check back here or refer to your welcome materials at check-in.

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I am hoping to attend, but not certain I can yet. Should I still RSVP “yes”?

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We will need to give our final headcount to our venue and vendors ahead of time, so we kindly ask that you RSVP only if you are confident you’ll be able to join us. If you're unsure at the time you receive your invitation, no worries — just wait to RSVP until you are certain (by the August 1 deadline). Your presence means so much to us, and we want to plan as thoughtfully as possible! Thank you for being part of this special moment in our lives — we can't wait to celebrate together!

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Will Your Ceremony and Reception Occur At The Same Location?

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Yes, our wedding ceremony and reception will occur in one location, conveniently located less than 20 minutes from our host hotel. We are arranging guest transportation from the host hotel to and from the wedding venue. We will provide further details after reviewing RSVPs and room block headcounts.

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How Do You Pronounce Rome's First Name?

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Rome's first name is pronounced "Der-Rone."

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Is there a dress code for the welcome cocktail party

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We encourage guests join us in cocktail attire (e.g., dress shirts, dress pants, blazers, knee-length, midi dress and short dresses).