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June 18, 2022
Montecito, CA

Emily & Andrew

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What should I wear? Is there a dress code?

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The wedding is Semi-Formal: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.

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What will the weather be like this time of year?

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June in Santa Barbara is lovely with average temps high of 80° / low of 62° and an average of zero rainy days. Gotta love California!

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Are the ceremony and reception at the same location?

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Yes, the ceremony and reception will both be held at the San Ysidro Ranch.

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Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony will be outdoors in the rose garden. The reception will be both indoors and outdoors, taking place at the carriage house, the old adobe (dating back to 1825), and the surrounding courtyard.

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What should I do if I can’t make it?

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You will be missed. If you are unable to attend please RSVP here on the website as soon as possible.

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When is the RSVP deadline? Do I need to mail back my RSVP or can I do it online?

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The RSVP deadline is May 14, 2022. We are doing online RSVPs here on the website, so there’s no need to send RSVPs by mail.

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What time should I arrive?

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Please arrive at 4:00pm (the ceremony will begin at 4:30pm)

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Where should guests park?

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Valet parking is provided for all wedding guests at the venue.

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Where should I stay in Santa Barbara?

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Check out the TRAVEL page on this site to see our recommendations for hotels nearby. Also check out vacation rentals on AIRBNB and VRBO if you and your party are interested in booking an entire house or condo.

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What’s the COVID policy? Do I need to be fully vaccinated?

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Yes, all guests need to be fully vaccinated (including booster shots). Masks are not required for the wedding.

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Are kids welcome?

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Yes, kids are welcome!

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Can I bring a date?

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We have a strict guest list. The venue has a maximum accommodation that we must stay under. Our wedding is RSVP only. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your invitation.

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My kid’s name is on the invitation but I don’t see it when I try to RSVP?

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You need to put in the names of anyone over 18 individually in the website’s RSVP search engine. Couples will be grouped together, but siblings will not be.

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Will food and drinks be served at the reception? What kind of food?

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Yes, there will be food and drinks. First, there will be a cocktail reception with passed hor d’oeuvres, followed by a three course sit down meal with wine. Finally, there will be wedding cake and an open bar with dancing. You should come hungry.

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What are the dinner options and how do my family and I select our meal options?

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Please select your dinner entrée options for all guests when you RSVP. Choice of: (meat) slow-braised short ribs, (fish) pan seared sea bass, (vegetarian) seasonal vegetarian entree from the garden

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Will there be any vegan/vegetarian/gluten free/special diet options?

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Yes, and we’re happy to accommodate your dietary needs, but please let us know when you RSVP so we can let the venue know.

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Will there be dancing?

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Yes, yes, yes! Put on your dancing shoes!

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What time does the wedding end at?

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The reception will end at 10:00pm.

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Are you registered anywhere?

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Yes, we are registered at two sites. To find out more visit our registry page.

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