FAQs
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please RSVP by Friday, March 21, 2025. All RSVPs must be done through our wedding website. Please refer to the QR code or the website link listed on your invitation. If we do not receive your RSVP by then, we will unfortunately mark you as not attending. This is because we need to notify our venue/vendors with a total guest count in a timely manner, and we hope that you understand.
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Is there a dress code?
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The dress code for our wedding is semi-formal, such as a cocktail or floor length dress, dressy separates or a suit and tie. Please no white. The wedding venue is about a mile away from the beach, so we recommend a bringing a jacket in case of a breeze! Make sure to check the weather in San Clemente to be prepared for any surprises.
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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We recommend arriving 15-20 minutes prior to the ceremony time. There will be signage directing to the ceremony. Please plan accordingly.
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Where should I park?
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There is a parking lot at the venue site. The lot sits between the ceremony and reception areas. The parking lot is listed at the following address: 203-205 E Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, CA 92672.
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Is the ceremony indoors or outdoors? How about the reception?
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The ceremony will be outdoors. Accommodations will change in the event of poor weather. The reception will be indoors with access to an outdoor patio and fire pit.
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Am I allowed to take photos during your wedding?
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We invite you to be fully present with us during our wedding. Please keep all devices turned off during the ceremony. We will have a wonderful photographer and videographer documenting the entire ceremony and are more than happy to share those photos with you afterwards. However, you are more than welcome to take as many photos as you’d like during the wedding reception.
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Do we have meal options for the reception?
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There will be appetizers during cocktail hour and a buffet dinner during the reception with plenty of options to accommodate dietary preferences/restrictions.
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Will there be an open bar?
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We have opted for a cash bar option at the reception. There will be free soft drinks and a champagne toast with dinner. If you are interested in having any alcoholic drinks at our wedding, we recommend you plan accordingly. Please drink responsibly!
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Can I bring a date?
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Unfortunately, we are on a tight budget and have limited space, so we simply can't afford for all of our lovely guests to bring a guest of their own. Your invitation will specify if we have given you the option to bring a plus one.
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Are children welcome?
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We love your kids but thought you might like a night off. Adults only please! Exceptions will only be made via invitation. Please only bring the number of people that we have reserved seats for per your invitation.
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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We recommend the Hampton Inn and Suites: San Clemente since it is down the road from our venue. There are also plenty of options in the surrounding OC area. We understand that everyone has different preferences/budgets, so the decision is up to you!
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A note on gifts…
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Your love, laughter, and company on our wedding day is the greatest gift of all! To save you looking, shopping and buying, we’d greatly appreciate a monetary gift towards our honeymoon or first place together. However, if you wish to honor us with a gift, please see our wishlist on our website (under the "Registry" tab".