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The Wedding Website of Amber Cathers and Caroline Schmidt

Friday, December 19, 2025

Wedding Rehearsal

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Fishermen's Inn
43W901 Main Street Rd, Elburn, IL 60119

Semi-Formal

We will be holding a private wedding rehearsal for our immediate wedding party only. This rehearsal will help us walk through the ceremony, finalize details, and ensure everything flows smoothly on the big day. For all other guests, please know that no attendance or preparation is required for the rehearsal. We simply wanted to share this information so everyone is aware. We can’t wait to celebrate with you during the wedding weekend!

Rehearsal Dinner

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Semi-Formal

We're truly delighted to extend a warm invitation to our welcome dinner on the eve of our wedding day. We're incredibly grateful to all of you for taking the time to join us! It's going to be a semi-formal affair, but mostly it's a chance for us to share a meal, conversation, and laughter before the big day. Rest assured, dinner will be provided, so please come as you are and let's begin our wedding festivities. The rehearsal dinner is an invite-only event, reserved for members of the wedding party and immediate family.

Welcome Event

9:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Casual to Smart Casual

We’re so excited to kick off our wedding weekend with a special welcome event, and we’d love for you to join us! Please stop by Hotel Arista, where we’ve reserved a block of rooms for your convenience, for a relaxed evening of late-night appetizers, drinks, and good company. This casual gathering is open to all of our guests and is a great chance to mingle, unwind, and connect before the big day. We hope you’ll swing by and share a toast with us!

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Wedding Ceremony

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Formal

The dress code for our wedding is formal, specifically only black attire. Additionally, to create a cohesive and elegant atmosphere, we kindly ask all our guests to wear only the color black. We ask those who are wearing dresses for it to be knee to floor length. We ask for those wearing button ups for the shirts to be white and the jackets black. If no jacket is desired to be worn, please wear a black button up. We ask that other accessories, like shoes, to be in neutral colors like the color of nude or black. If wearing jewelry, please keep the jewelry to colors like silver, gold, rose gold or pearls. If you have any questions on your attire please reach out to either of the brides. We appreciate your understanding and can't wait to see everyone dressed to impress!

Cocktail Hour

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Formal

Join us for a lively Cocktail Hour as we kick off the celebration! This is the perfect opportunity to mingle with friends and family while enjoying a selection of refreshing beverages and delicious hors d'oeuvres. Our carefully curated drink menu will feature cocktails, wine, and beer, ensuring there’s something to please every palate. As you savor the flavors, take in the beautiful surroundings and share in the joy of our special day. We look forward to raising a glass with you and making unforgettable memories together!

Dinner

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Formal

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for a delightful dinner as we celebrate our special day. Our menu has been thoughtfully curated to offer a variety of delicious options. From mouthwatering main courses to delectable desserts, each dish is crafted with care and attention to detail. We are committed to accommodating dietary restrictions, so please let us know if you have any specific needs. We can't wait to share this memorable meal with you and create lasting memories together!

Reception

6:30 pm - 9:15 pm

Formal

We are excited to invite you to our wedding reception, where the celebration will continue in full swing! Join us for an evening filled with laughter, dancing, and joy as we celebrate our love surrounded by our closest family and friends. The reception will have lively entertainment and plenty of opportunities to create lasting memories. We encourage you to let loose on the dance floor and enjoy the festivities as we toast to new beginnings. Your presence means the world to us, and we can't wait to celebrate this special moment with you!

After Party

Sat, Dec 20, 2025, 9:45 pm - Sun, Dec 21, 2025, 1:30 am

No need to change—come as you are in your wedding attire! The after-party is a relaxed continuation of the night, so feel free to loosen your tie, kick off your heels, or throw on something more comfortable if you’d like.

After the reception winds down, the celebration isn’t over just yet! We’d love for all our guests to join us for a late-night after-party at Hotel Arista, where we’ve reserved a wedding block for your convenience. Whether you’re staying there or just swinging by, come hang out, enjoy some drinks, and keep the energy going with us. It’s a great chance to relax, laugh, and soak up a little more time together before the night ends.

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Post Wedding Brunch

9:00 am - 11:00 am

Casual

We’d love one more chance to see you before everyone heads home! Please join us for a relaxed post-wedding brunch at Hotel Arista, the same spot where all the weekend festivities have taken place. We’ll have a plentiful breakfast spread waiting, with coffee, fresh bites, and time to share a few more hugs and stories before parting ways. Come as you are, casual and comfy, and help us wrap up this unforgettable weekend together.

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