Dress Code: Island Evening Chic - Cocktail Attire We invite you to join us in celebrating our special day with an elegant yet relaxed island-inspired atmosphere. Think semi-formal, but with a twist—suits, dress shirts with slacks, cocktail dresses, jumpsuits, or dressy separates. A Special Request: As part of our celebration, we’d love for our guests to be our “something blue” 💙. If you’d like, please add a blue to your outfit. Whether it's a dress, tie, pocket square, shawl, jewelry, or another accessory, your touch of blue will help us create something truly beautiful together. 🌊✨ Examples For Women: Elegant cocktail dresses in soft, breathable fabrics like silk, chiffon, or satin. Light, airy designs that evoke effortless beauty—off-shoulder, halter necklines, or flowy skirts. Tropical-inspired patterns, such as floral, palm, or oceanic designs. Complementary accessories like delicate gold jewelry, oversized sunglasses, and light shawls or wraps. Flattering sandals or wedges to suit the tropical ambiance. Examples For Men: Smart-casual cocktail attire with lightweight suits or linen-blend shirts paired with trousers in neutral or earth tones. Dressy, open-collared shirts or blazers with subtle tropical details—palm prints, linen, or understated patterns. Dress shoes or loafers in neutral tones to complement the island vibe. Optional: A pocket square or tropical-inspired tie for a refined touch. Overall Feel: The focus is on tropical sophistication—soft, breathable fabrics and stylish, laid-back designs that reflect the beauty of an island evening. Dress comfortably yet chic, with a nod to the tropic roots, and we’ll create a magical atmosphere as we celebrate love and joy.
From the Eastside: Take SR-520 West (TOLL BRIDGE). Take the Lake Washington Blvd exit. At the end of the off-ramp, turn right and follow Montlake Blvd. At the light on Montlake Blvd, turn left heading south on Montlake which will become 24th Ave East (top of the hill). Turn right on East Aloha Street. Go too 22nd Avenue East and turn left and guests can park in the garage. Take I-90 West. Take Rainier Avenue North exit (just after leaving the tunnel). Proceed north for approximately four blocks. Turn right on to Union Street. Continue on Union Street until 19th Avenue. Turn left (north) on to 19th Avenue. Proceed for approximately one mile and turn right at East Aloha (the second 4-way stop). Turn right on 22nd Avenue and guests can park in the garage. From North or South I-5: Take I-5 to SR-520 East. Take the Montlake exit. At the end of the exit, turn right heading south on Montlake which will turn into 24th Avenue East. Turn right on Aloha Street. Turn left on 22nd Avenue East and guests can park in garage.
From Holy Names Academy / Capitol Hill: Exit the Holy Names Academy campus and head west toward East Aloha Street. Turn right onto East Aloha Street and continue west. Turn left onto 24th Avenue East, then follow signs to merge onto SR-520 West toward Seattle/I-5. Take I-5 South toward Tacoma. Continue on I-5 South and take Exit 163 for West Seattle Bridge / Spokane Street. Keep right and follow signs for 1st Avenue South. Merge onto 1st Avenue South and continue South. On-site and nearby street parking are available.