FAQs

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Is the wedding ceremony & reception at the same venue?

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Yes, both the ceremony & reception will take place at Cannon Green.

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Is the ceremony outside?

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Yes, the ceremony will take place outside in a courtyard area with heated lamps. Additionally, the cocktail hour will take place in the same area. The reception will take place indoors with access to the courtyard area all night long.

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What is the dress code?

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Black Tie Optional Black-tie optional is slightly less formal than black-tie attire, and as a result, it allows for a little more flexibility when it comes to your ensemble. For the MEN: Men are NOT required to wear tuxes, but a plus if you do! Or a really nice suit. So, a tuxedo isn't required, but can still be worn if preferred. If opting for a suit, however, any colored suits are acceptable. Dress to impress and have fun with it! Please do not wear jeans. For the WOMEN: Women should wear full-length dresses, but if someone chooses to wear a cocktail dress, it would be completely acceptable! The outfit choices are a floor-length gown, a fancy cocktail dress, or a dress pantsuit. If you only have a cocktail dress available, don't feel pressured to wear a gown - just know you CAN wear one if you want to dress up and have fun with it! As far as styling goes, black-tie optional invites you to really experiment with your hair, makeup, and jewelry to become a more elevated version of yourself. When it comes to jewelry, leave the Apple Watch at home and wear jewelry that draws attention to you. Go bold with makeup as well! At the end of the day, black-tie and black-tie optional weddings are a beautiful sight to see when everyone really goes for it, so we encourage you to take the opportunity and dress up. The photos you get from that night will all be worth it! But, if you can't snag a gown or tux, don't feel the pressure to do so. You'll look amazing no matter what you wear!

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Is there available parking at the venue?

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Yes, but limited. The venue mostly only has street parking available. We would encourage you to walk, Uber or carpool.

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What time should we arrive for the ceremony?

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Doors open at 4:00 pm, and the ceremony will start promptly at 4:30 pm. But if you know the Bride, expect her to be fashionably 5 minutes late!

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Am I allowed to take photos/videos at your wedding and can I post to social media!

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Yes, yes and yes! Be sure to tag us! We would love to see the wedding through your eyes!

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Are plus ones allowed?

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If your invitation says, "Ms. Jane Doe and Guest," you are welcome to bring a plus one. Please include their name when you RSVP.

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Are kids allowed?

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If your invitation says "Mr. and Mrs. James Thomason and Family," your children are included in the invitation. Please let us know how many children will be attending, along with their names and ages. If your invitation does not include "and Family," please enjoy a night off and leave the little ones at home! If your kids are grown and have their own homes, they will receive their personal invitations directly. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you! Although we would love to include everyone's children, we will only be accommodating a few at our wedding. These will be immediate family members or participants in the ceremony. We appreciate your understanding.

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What type of food will be served at the wedding?

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Cocktail hour will start with a selection of 5 different passed canapes for all of our guests. Dinner will be served as 3 different stationed dinners for you to choose from!

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes! The bar will serve the following: White Wine: Sauvignon Blanc, Rose & Chardonnay Red Wine: Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon Beer: Michelob Ultra, Bud Light, Stella Artois and Palmetto IPA Liquor: Tito's Vodka, Hendricks Gin, Johnnie Walker Black Scotch, Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Captain Morgan Rum, Espolon Tequila.

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When does the reception end?

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The reception will end at 10pm due to a noise ordinance for being in a residential neighborhood. After Party will be at “Henry’s on the Market!”

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Best Transportation Options in Charleston?

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- Uber or Lyft (To get to the airport in an Uber is around $22 from downtown Charleston) - PEDICAB/Bike Taxi: 843-532-8663 (There are lots of pedicabs around downtown Charleston. Find one parked outside any restaurant or bar on King Street or give them a call! A super affordable and FUN way to get around downtown. The price is $6 per person for a 10-minute trip, with a $10 minimum.) - Charleston Black Cab Company: 843-216-2627 (Local limo service that offers Party Buses, Shuttles, Luxury Sedans and SUVs)

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Will you have a HOTEL BLOCK for booking a hotel?

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No - unfortunately, we were unable to accommodate hotel blocks. Please book at whatever hotel works best for you and your family! If you are not interested in booking a hotel - AIRBNB's are a great option for our wedding and can be cheaper than a hotel. We would encourage you to price out both options and choose what is best for you!

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What is the weather like in Charleston, SC in February?

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Average temperature in Charleston in February is a high of 62, low of 41.

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Favorite Espresso Martini in Charleston?

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It is tradition for us to stop by High Cotton restaurant in the bar area to grab an amazing espresso martini or two!

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Best site to see in Charleston?

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In our opinion, we would say to make time for the historic "Rainbow Row." Rainbow Row refers to the row of pastel-colored historic homes located on East Bay Street in Downtown Charleston. As one of Charleston's most iconic sites, you can visit this area on any given day and see people getting their photos taken. When these homes were first purchased, they were rather run down and considered a slum. However, in 1931 - Dorothy Porcher Legge purchased the section of homes and decided to the paint them a pretty shade of pastel pink to make the area look nicer. As time went on, other residents on the street began to paint their homes various pastel colors as well.

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If I have additional questions, who can I reach out to?

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Feel free to reach out to either one of us. Don't be afraid to reach out! We would rather you reach out to ensure you have all the information you need so you are ready to party when you hit the ground in Charleston, SC for our wedding! (Such an HR type of answer from the Bride)