FAQs

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What is the dress code?

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The Dress code is Semi-Formal/Formal. **We encourage all our guests to dress to impress, and would love to give you a reason to dust off the fancy clothes in the back of the closet! That said, there is no expectation to invest heavily in new attire for this event. Your presence is what's most important to us.** Semi-Formal/Formal Suggestions for Men: Well-cut suit in a dark color. Shirts should be long sleeved, single color or simple pattern, and collared. Accessories like cufflinks, tie clips and simple jewelry are welcome but not required. Shoes should be dark-colored dress shoes. Please no shorts, jeans, boat shoes, short sleeves or athletic wear. Semi-Formal/Formal Suggestions for Women: Floor length gowns, knee length, tea-length, or evening dresses, or tailored suits with matching trousers or skirt. Shoes can be in a classic or formal style (including pumps, flats, stilettos, strappy sandals, Mary Janes or mules) Please no tennis shoes or flip flops*. Please no shorts, jeans, leggings or athletic wear. Please no bare midriff, bodycon dresses, or mini skirts. *comfortable shoes are welcome and encouraged after dinner for dancing.

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Are kids invited?

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While we would love to celebrate with all your little ones, due to budgetary and venue constraints, we have made the decision to make both the ceremony and reception 21+ events. We hope you understand and use this as a date night to come out and have fun celebrating our special day.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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In an effort to keep our special day as intimate as possible. we are choosing to celebrate with our closest family and friends. All guests and any plus ones will be explicitly stated on the invitation and listed on the RSVP section of our website. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.

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Will you have an open bar?

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Yes it is! We have selected to provide an open bar during the reception, and encourage everyone to eat, drink and be merry!! The bar options include a wide selection of beers, wines (Cabernet, Chardonnay, Moscato, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Merlot) and spirits: (Amaretto, Seagram 7, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Barcardi Rum, Cuervo Gold Tequila, Jack Daniels, Peachtree Schnapps, Pinnacle Vodka, Titos Vodka, New Amsterdam Gin, Johnny Walker Red, Dewars White Label, and Jim Beam Bourbon). Cash tips for the bartenders are appreciated. The bar will close during dinner in order to serve everyone in a timely and organized manner. Soft drinks, coffee, iced tea, and water will also be provided throughout the event.

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Yes! We will be providing a buffet dinner with a wide variety of options. If you are a vegetarian or have a food allergy, please indicate as such on your RSVP.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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Yes there is! The ceremony will be located at Calvary United Methodist Church on Beech Ave on Pittsburgh's North Shore. There is a small parking area and plenty of street parking. The reception is in the Grand Ballroom at the Greek Orthodox Social Hall in Oakmont. There is a dedicated parking lot for the ballroom.

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When should I RSVP by?

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The sooner the better! The deadline for RSVPs is March 1, 2025. Unfortunately, we will be unlikely be able to accommodate any RSVPs after the deadline. If you RSVP yes and your plans change, please contact us as soon as possible to avoid paying for missing guests.

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Are you registered? Where?

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Your presence is the greatest gift we could ask for, but if you wish to give something, we kindly ask for a monetary gift to help us start our new life together. While we greatly appreciate the thoughtfulness and generosity, we would hate to have any of the carefully picked items broken or damaged during our long trip home. If you still wish to purchase a more traditional gift we would kindly ask that you have items shipped directly to our current home in Texas. Our address can be found on the Save the Dates and Invitations or by contacting any of the parents of the bride or groom.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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We have coordinated several hotels in the area to provide special discounted rates to our guests. You can find these hotels under the TRAVEL tab.