We chose to have the wedding in Tennessee, as it is a location close to our hearts where we visit family frequently. We chose The Ivey House due to its vintage, inviting feel, along with the beautiful ceremony and reception sites.
Invitations were sent out with an indication of whether a guest is included. We would love to celebrate our special day with our closest friends & family, so there is a limited capacity guest list. Please reach out for further inquiries.
Our website has a block booked hotel option under ‘Travel & Lodging’. Otherwise, there are a variety of airbnbs, hotels, and more in the area.
The earlier, the better when it comes to RSVPs. Please feel free to take your time finalizing details for accommodations after the RSVP submission. The final date to RSVP will be July 15th
No, the ceremony and reception will be held on the same property
Yes, parking is available on-site for free! There will be a parking attendant guiding guests to a parking lot a short walk away from the venue. Limited handicap parking is available near the farmhouse
Every guest is responsible for their transportation to wedding venue. We encourage guests who may be drinking to consider taking an Uber/other ride share service or having a designated driver
Help us get the party started as scheduled! Due to the nature of parking and walking to the ceremony site, we encourage guests to arrive early. Please arrive to park between 3:30-3:40 PM at the latest. We will begin the ceremony sharply at 4 PM
The dress code is cocktail attire. Women should wear dresses below the knee length, jumpsuits, or a dressy separate set. Men should wear a suit with a tie or a blazer with dress pants. We encourage all guests to go for more vibrant/colorful looks for the summertime!
The ceremony site (for a clear day) is planned to be outdoors, so there will not be air conditioning. The reception will be air conditioned
Our wedding day will have a traditional ceremony, cocktail hour with food and alcoholic beverages available, a full dinner, desserts, and a reception with both dancing and activities
The closest airport to the wedding venue is the McGee Tyson Airport 12 miles from Knoxville, TN
The wedding will be an eclectic sunset theme. We encourage all guests to wear brighter, colorful outfits and fun patterns of all colors of the rainbow
In August, Seymour, TN typically has seen dry season with a high of 86° and a low of 66°. We recommend that guests wear breathable fabric with layers that are able to be taken off if overheated
We will have a variety of buffet options with a Mexican/BBQ fusion that includes options of meat, vegetarian, and dairy-free toppings. In addition, we will have sides and an assortment of desserts available
The ceremony will be unplugged, meaning we will have guests turn off their phones and cameras for the entirety of the ceremony only. After the ceremony, guests are welcome to use their phones and take photos! During cocktail hour and reception, we encourage guests to scan our QR code the day of the wedding to take photos and upload them to our group photo album. We will provide the QR code on the day of the wedding. We would love to get many photos with and of our guests to cherish these memories!
Please check our wedding website through Zola for the most up-to-date information
We will provide fans and water to guests. We encourage guests to wear sunscreen and bring a pair of sunglasses for the outdoor ceremony. Women wearing heels may want to bring a change of shoes for dancing during the reception
We do plan to mail out invitations for those who would like them as a keepsake. Please indicate you would like one in the RSVP questions to ensure you are sent one accordingly
Yes, we will have both a photographer and videographer capturing moments the day of the wedding
Yes, all guests can post their photos and videos of the day on social media. We will have a hashtag we encourage guests to use the day of. Please wait to post any content from the wedding until after the conclusion of the event
Our photographer has a turnaround time of 12-14 weeks for the entire wedding gallery. We plan to share the content we receive through an update and announcement on our website
For any further questions, please reach out to the bride and event planner, Jenna Nicodemus at 317-499-9081
Yes, professional photography is expected ~3-4 months after the wedding. Content taken on phones and digital cameras will be shared via a photo sharing app posted on the wedding day.