FAQs
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When is the RSVP deadline?
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January 1st, 2024
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What is the best way to RSVP?
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The best way to RSVP will be through this website, https://www.zola.com/wedding/geneseeandbrandon.
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May I bring a +1?
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Only those people listed on the wedding invitation may attend. If your invitation does not list a +1, you may not bring one.
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Can I bring my kids?
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Only people listed on the invitation are allowed to attend. This may or may not include your children, based on their ages and our venue/budget constraints. Thank you for understanding!
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What if someone on the invitation cannot make it, can I bring someone else?
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No. Please let the Mother of the Bride, Aime, know, and she will adjust your RSVP.
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Am I invited to the rehearsal dinner?
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We are only inviting family and people who are part of the wedding party to the rehearsal dinner. Everyone who is invited to the rehearsal dinner will receive a separate email with additional details.
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What time should I arrive to the ceremony?
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All guests should arrive at 6:15pm for the ceremony that starts at 6:45pm sharp. If you are needed for the formal pictures starting at 5:15pm you will receive an email with additional details.
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I can't attend the wedding in person. Will there be a virtual wedding celebration?
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We will not be having a virtual options to view the wedding. We can send you a copy of the wedding video after it has been finished.
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Will there be any other events to attend before or after the wedding?
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We are only planning to have one event before the wedding. We will be hosting a rehearsal dinner for family and people in the wedding.
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When will the reception end?
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You can find out more information about how long the wedding will take under the Schedule tab above.
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What if my kids need to leave early and I am staying?
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So as to not disturb the ceremony, please arrange for your children to be picked up during cocktail hour. Please coordinate with whomever is picking your children up to meet you at the side doors near the Crashing Waves exhibit. The doors will lock behind you, so be careful!
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What will your wedding-day timeline look like?
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Please refer to the Schedule tab at the top of our website.
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What are the COVID precautions for the event?
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We prefer that all guests be fully vaccinated and boosted. If you are not boosted, you must take a COVID test the morning of each event you attend. If you aren't feeling well but test negative, we ask that you still do not attend. We do this to protect ourselves, each other, and our vendors. Thank you for respecting our collective need for health and safety.
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Am I in photos?
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All guests who will be in the formal photos will receive an email. All guests are expected to be in candid photos taken throughout the event.
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Can I take pictures during the ceremony?
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No. Only our photographer and videographer may record the ceremony. Please feel free to take photos and videos throughout cocktail hour and the reception. If you post any of them on social media, please tag us and use the hashtag #GeneseeAndBrandon2024.
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What is your wedding hashtag?
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#GeneseeAndBrandon2024. Please capitalize the first letter of our names, as well as "And" so that screen readers can easily read the hashtag.
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Will the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception take place indoors or outdoors?
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They will all take place inside the Seattle Aquarium. The ceremony and reception will take place in front of the largest tank in the aquarium, the Window on Washington Waters exhibit. The cocktail hour will take place throughout the rest of the aquarium, but drinks will be served in the Life on the Edge exhibit (touch tank room). If you choose to explore the aquarium, note that some areas are uncovered and may be cooler depending on the weather.
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How do I get to the wedding venue? Will transportation be provided? What is the parking situation?
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The best ways to get to the wedding venue are to drive or take a Lyft. There will not be any transportation provided to and from the aquarium. Since Seattle in the winter has a high chance of rain at any given moment, walking is not recommended to get to the venue. If you are driving, it is recommended to drop off any passengers at the front door of the aquarium. The best parking garage for the aquarium is Pike Place Market Parking Garage at 1531 Western Ave P, Seattle, WA 98101. https://www.seattleaquarium.org/directions
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Is there a changing table in the restrooms?
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There will be changing tables in the restrooms.
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Are there all-gender restrooms?
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There will be all gender restrooms available near the Windows on Washington Waters tank (the largest tank near the front). These are normally gendered, but we've asked to relabel them for our event so all restrooms are available to everyone.
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What is the dress code?
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Semi-Formal (or Cocktail Attire) Semi-formal attire, also commonly referred to as cocktail attire, falls in the middle between casual and formal on the formality scale. For semi-formal weddings, focus on ensembles that are nice and put-together, but avoid going over the top. What is most important to us is that you feel comfortable. The following details are for folks who struggle (like us!) to know "what counts" as semi-formal. Ensemble: Suit (dress shirt, dinner jacket, dress pants) Shoes: Dress shoes Accessories: Tie optional Ensemble: Cocktail dress (typically knee-length), midi dress, dressy jumpsuit Shoes: Heels, kitten heels, dressy flats Accessories: Complimentary jewelry, purse or clutch Young children are exempt from the dress code.
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Should I avoid wearing any colors?
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Genesee is wearing gold and asks that no one else wears an outfit that is primarily gold.
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What type of food and drink will be served during the cocktail hour and reception?
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We will be serving beer and wine along with sparkling water and sodas for the drinks. Food is listed below. Cocktail Hour Wild Mushrooms Crisp (truffle oil, honey-infused goat cheese, grilled baguette) - vegetarian Wild Mushroom Crips (truffle oil, grilled baguette) - vegan Pan Seared Scallop Tasting Spoon (sweet onion bacon jam, apple crisp) - dairy free, gluten free Apple Brine Chicken Skewer (pistachio gremolata, balsamic syrup) - dairy free, gluten free Starters Local Green Salad (cranberry, pecan; cider vinaigrette on the side) - gluten free, vegan Slow-Roasted Cauliflower Salad (arugula, pine nuts; yogurt cucumber vinaigrette on the side) - gluten free, vegetarian, vegan Accompaniments Garlic Confit Mashed Potatoes - gluten free, vegetarian Petite Roasted Carrots - vegetarian, vegan Entrees Apple Brine Bone-In Chicken (stone fruit relish) - dairy free, gluten free Wild Salmon (maple mustard crème) - gluten free
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Will there be an open bar?
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There will be an open bar that serves beer and wine. There will be no other alcohol as part of the reception or cocktail hour.
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Do you have a wedding registry?
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Yes, we do! Please see the Registry tab at the top of our website.
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Have you booked hotel room blocks for guests?
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No. Please see the Travel tab at the top of our website.
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I'm visiting from out of town. What can I do while I'm in Seattle?
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Please see our Things To Do tab at the top of our website.
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How will updated information and/or changes before the wedding be communicated?
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Check the homepage of our wedding website and feel free to call, text, or email the Mother of the Bride, Aime Palmer.
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What is the weather expected to be like?
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The weather in Seattle during February is typically dark and rainy. It will likely be raining with temperatures in the low 40s.
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Are there any additional tidbits that I should know?
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There are a few fun things about our wedding that we would like people to know. Since we are at an aquarium for the wedding, we will have the entire aquarium open to everyone attending the wedding. One of our favorite exhibits in the aquarium is the Underwater Dome exhibit which shows a snapshot of the sea life out in Puget Sound. As part of the wedding, there is a private otter feeding for all of the guests! We also got a secret tip about the northern fur seals. If you wear something light blue or baby blue, the harp seals will come up and talk to you because they think you are there to feed them!
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What is the best way to contact you if I have additional questions?
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If you have any questions other than those listed here, please reach out to Mother of the Bride, Aime Palmer. She can be reached at (206)718-7876 or at scenicpeaches@juno.com.