FAQs

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What is your dress code?

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Attire: Black-Tie “Optional” Color: Black For Men: Black tuxedo or a black sport coat, tie, and a white dress shirt underneath. No jeans, please. For Women: Black evening gown, midi cocktail dress, pant suit, etc. Feel free to wear a pattern or have a pop of color on your black attire. Whatever you feel best in! Please ensure the attire is in black to maintain the cohesive look for the night. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you there!

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Will the Ceremony & Reception take place indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony and reception will take place indoors.

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Am I able to bring my children?

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No. The wedding is an adults-only event, with the only exception being our flower girl. We encourage you to use this evening as a date night! We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and are looking forward to celebrating with you!

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How do I RSVP?

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To RSVP, click the RSVP tab at the top and type in one of the names listed on your envelope.

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What is the RSVP deadline?

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Kindly RSVP before September 12, 2025. There is a strict deadline on this date. If you are unable to attend, we would appreciate you still letting us know at the soonest opportunity. If we don't hear from you by that date, we will assume you are unable to join us and you will be marked as a "no."

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What should I do if I can't make it?

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We will truly miss you! If you are unable to attend our wedding, please let us know your regrets using the RSVP tab by September 12th, 2025.

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Can I bring a date?

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Our wedding will be intimate to enjoy with all of our closest family and friends. We are only able to accommodate those guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you received a plus one, they will appear under your name when you RSVP. We are unable to accommodate any extra plus ones.

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Can I take pictures?

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The greatest gift you can give us is being fully present as we say "I do." We are having an "unplugged ceremony" (no phones or cameras). We have hired professionals to capture this moment for us and we promise to share our photos as soon as we receive them. After the ceremony, feel free to take as many photos and videos you'd like!

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Where should we park?

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Our Lady of Victory Basilica has a parking lot behind the church. The Admiral Room offers several parking options, including full service valet in nearby parking ramps, as well as self-park options in surrounding surface lots or ramps on Pearl St. and/or Washington St. Street parking is free on the weekends in the city of Buffalo.

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Are there any nearby hotels?

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Yes, we have a room block at a nearby hotel. Please refer to the "Travel" tab for more information.

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Should I wear a certain color?

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Yes! We request that guests wear BLACK to help us create our vision for the night.

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I have a food allergy/dietary restrictions, can I make a special request?

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Yes! Please be sure to answer this question when you RSVP, so we can accommodate any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

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I have a question, but it is not listed here.

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If you have any further questions not listed on our website, you can email the bride and groom directly at the following email address: butlerse25@gmail.com