FAQs
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When should I RSVP by?
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The RSVP deadline is August 9, 2025, no exceptions. If you have RSVP prior to this day and won't be able to attend please let us know.
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How do I RSVP?
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You can RSVP via the link on the website or by texting the bride or groom prior to the RSVP deadline of August 9, 2025.
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Is there a dress code?
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Yes! This is a formal, all black event. We are asking the ladies to wear a black, floor length dress and the men to wear a black tuxedo or suit, or a black dress shirt with slacks. No tennis shoes and no jeans allowed.
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Can my formal dress have a split?
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Yes! Any design and any fabric is acceptable as long as it is a black, floor length dress.
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Can I bring a date?
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This is an invite only event! If your invite states your name along with "guest" you can bring a date, if not you can not bring a date. Please limit to ONE guest if your invite states a guest. As much as we'd like to celebrate with everyone, we have a limit to our guest count and hope you understand.
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Are kids welcome?
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We love kids, but this is an adult only event unless your kid is in the wedding party!
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How will you enforce the invite only, adult only policy?
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There will be someone at the door of the ballroom enforcing all policies. There will also be a list of names of those who have RSVP prior to the date.
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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Yes! You can stay at The Hilton Capital Center (the location of the wedding) for a discounted rate. Please refer to the travel section of the website for details. The room block release date is July 20, 2025!
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What should I do if I don't make it into the room block?
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If you miss the deadline to reserve a room in our block, reach out to the hotel and mention our wedding anyway—they may be able to accommodate you with our discount in a room outside of our block. If not, you can find additional nearby accommodations on our travel page or book at The Hilton Capital Center for the normal rates.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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We will not be providing guest transportation throughout the wedding weekend. Our ceremony and reception will take place in the hotel where we reserved our room block and where most guests will be staying, so no additional transport will be required for our nuptials.
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How much is parking?
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Street parking is free, valet parking is $38 per day, parking lots are $18 per day.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
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The ceremony and reception is located inside of the hotel. Extra transportation is not needed and we prefer you to take advantage of the discounted hotel rooms if you plan to drink.
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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The doors to the venue will open one hour ahead of our ceremony time, which will be 5:00 pm as the ceremony begins at 6:00. We recommend arriving at the ceremony venue at least 30 minutes ahead of the ceremony start time to ensure you have enough time to walk to the ceremony space and find a seat. No one will be allowed to enter once the ceremony begins.
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What is the location of the ceremony and reception?
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The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception are all in the same venue, The Hilton Capital Center in Baton Rouge, LA. There will be signage and staff to direct you to the appropriate location. The address is 201 Lafayette Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801.
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When will the reception end? Will there be an after-party?
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The reception will end at 11:30 and we will not be hosting an after party.
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Will there be an open bar?
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No, there will not be an open bar. There will be a cash bar that you can use either cash or card to pay for drinks. However, we will provide complimentary drinks of choice for an hour as you celebrate with us.
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Is this an indoor or outdoor event?
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The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will all be held indoors.
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Are you registered? Where?
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We are not registered anywhere. If you are feeling generous and would like to gift us, any gift is appreciated (monetary gifts preferred).