Brienne and Monica are tying the knot! Celebrate with us on February 22nd!
Monica Watson
Brienne Colston
Monica Watson
Brienne Colston
February 22, 2025
Schedule
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Wedding Ceremony & Luncheon
11:00 am - 3:30 pm
620 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
After-Party Bar Hop!
Sat, Feb 22, 2025, 6:00 pm - Sun, Feb 23, 2025, 12:00 am
Wear whatever feels good to dance and move in! We want you to feel comfortable, confident, and ready to celebrate with us.
Join us at Dorothy Downstairs, a 70s-themed all-pink lesbian cocktail lounge! We'll start there and go wherever the night take us! FYI: Happy hour starts at 6:00 pm so get here on time for cheaper drinks!
Travel
Hotel
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago
The official hotel block for Brienne & Monica's wedding! Please make your reservation by clicking the discount code link or by calling our reservation number: 855-649-2200. Ensure that you provide your arrival/departure details and ask for the Watson+ Colston wedding room block. Please note that the group discount cut-off date is Monday, February 3, 2025.
Discount Code - https://reservations.travelclick.com/77372?groupID=4618549
Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The Embassy Suites is a budget-friendly hotel attached to the wedding venue, Osteria Via Stato! This would be the easiest, low cost hotel option provided.
Registry
Things To Do
Virtue Restaurant
Visit Monica and Brienne's favorite soul food restaurant in Chicago!
Emporium Arcade Bar
Post-Wedding Arcade Fun!
Three Dots and a Dash
Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern
Another Chef Williams banger!
FAQs
Question
When should I RSVP by?
Answer
RSVP by January 3rd, 2025.
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Are you registered for wedding gifts? Where?
Answer
We're asking that our friends and family contribute to our Honeymoon Fund. Find it here on our wedding website.
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Is there a dress code?
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The dress code is pink. We’d love to see our guests in shades of pink to add a vibrant, cohesive look to our wedding luncheon. Feel free to wear your favorite pink outfit—whether it’s blush, rose, mauve or anything in between. Just make sure it reflects your style and makes you feel amazing!
Question
I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
Answer
Yes, email BC at colstonbrienne@gmail.com for all food-related allergies and requests no later than February 1st, 2025.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Validated self-parking available is at 33 W Ontario with a discounted rate of $10 per car.
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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Please arrive no later than 11:30 am for a 12:00 pm start time.
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Are kids welcome?
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While we love your little ones, we’ve decided to make our wedding an adults-only celebration. We hope you can use this as an opportunity to enjoy a relaxing evening out! Thank you for understanding, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.
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Can I bring a date?
Answer
Plus-ones are only for guests who received a “+1” on their invitation. If your invitation includes a plus-one, we’d love for you to bring someone special. If not, we’re so excited to celebrate with just you!
RSVP
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