FAQs

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Is there a dress code?

Answer

For the Traditional Nigerian Wedding on Friday, May 22nd, the dress code is orange aso-ebi (traditional Nigerian attire) or orange cocktail attire. Guests have the option to have ase-obi attire sewn (please refer to the "Aso-Ebi” email previously sent for details) or to wear formal/cocktail attire. The aso-ebi attire and color scheme is optional. For the American Wedding, on Sunday, May 24th, the dress code is black formal/cocktail attire. Solid black attire is required -- no colored prints or patterns, please. Black pantsuits with white dress shirts are permitted. Attire reference: https://www.reddit.com/r/Weddingattireapproval/s/r5DlnvEAM6

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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For the Traditional Nigerian Wedding, there is street parking near Seven Star - Uber/Lyft is highly encouraged. For the American Wedding, there is a large parking lot across the street from Sarabande.

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Can I bring a date?

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Your RSVP submission will reflect whether you have a plus one included with your invite. For the Traditional Nigerian Wedding on May 22nd, you are welcome to bring a date/plus one (even if it is not noted in your RSVP/invite). For the American Wedding on May 24th, you may bring a date/plus one ONLY if it is noted in your RSVP/invite. Management of plus ones will be enforced for headcount purposes.

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Are kids welcome?

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Both the Traditional Nigerian Wedding and American Wedding are kid-free events, except for the immediate nieces and nephews of the bride and groom.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Yes, pleae refer to the Travel tab for hotel room blocks. Options for hotels near Seven Star and downtown Chicago have been provided