FAQs

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Is there a dress code?

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Yes! We are asking guests to dress up. Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses. Our theme is hydrangea colors (see invite). Jeans, t-shirts, polos, tennis shoes/sneakers, and hats are not allowed. Reach out to Marcus if you have any questions.

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Are the ceremony and reception at the same location?

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Yes, both the ceremony and the reception will be at the St. Paul College Club.

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What time should I arrive?

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Please plan to arrive by 4:30 PM.

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Where to park?

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There is street parking available near the venue (though you made need to park a block away), or you can take a Lyft/Uber to the venue.

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Do you have a block of rooms somewhere?

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Yes, we have a block of rooms at Hotel Ivy in Minneapolis! See the "travel" tab for additional information and the link to book a room at the discounted rate. The block will be available to book until June 3rd.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotel to the ceremony?

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We're not able to provide a shuttle service to/from the venue. Please plan to drive or use Uber/Lyft.

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Can I bring a date/plus one?

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If their name was on the invitation, they are welcome to come! Otherwise, we are not allowing dates/plus ones. We want to keep our wedding intimate and share our day with our closest friends and family. Reach out to Marcus if you want to double check on any guests.

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Are children welcome?

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Children are welcome! However, we ask that children under five are kept inside the venue during our outdoor ceremony to avoid disruptions. We have a designated sitter who is available to sit with children inside during the ceremony.

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

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No, but we will have a vegetarian meal option that will be free of most common food allergens.

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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If you are close friends or family, you will be contacted separately with additional information.

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Is there an open bar?

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Yes, the drinks are on us and the hangover is on you - get ready to celebrate! Please drink responsibly. Plan ahead for a designated driver or use Uber/Lyft to get home if you choose to drink. We want all of our loved ones to get home safe!

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Will you have non-alcoholic wine/beer/mocktail options?

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Yes, we will have a selection of non-alcoholic adult drinks at the bar as well.

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When is the latest we can RSVP?

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The sooner the better! The absolute last day to RSVP is June 11th.

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What if we didn't RSVP in time?

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If we don't receive your RSVP by June 11th, it will be marked as a "no". We will miss celebrating with you, however we have to provide final guest counts to our vendors within this deadline. Thank you for understanding.

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Who took your engagement photos?

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Our engagement photos were taken by Gabby Secomb Flegg in Edinburgh, Scotland! She's phenomenal! 11/10

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Will Governor Walz be there?

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We'll see! He is right next door to the venue after all!