FAQs

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Is there a dress code?

Answer

Black Tie A black-tie wedding is a highly formal evening event requiring tuxedos or formal suit for men (black jacket, trousers, white shirt, black bow tie,) and floor-length gowns or elegant cocktail dresses for women. Denim of any kind is not appropriate for a black tie wedding. Please save the jeans for another time.

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Are kids welcome?

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This is a child free wedding. While we love children, especially all of yours, we would like to celebrate with an adult only crowd.

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May I wear white to a wedding.

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NO. Please respect the no white rule of etiquette. Exception - Men's shirts The following colors are considered in the white palette: - White, Ivory, Cream, Beige, Champagne: These are strictly reserved for the bride and couple. - Pale Pastels: Light shades that can look white in photos (pale blue, yellow). - White-heavy patterns: Avoid dresses where white is the dominant color, even with prints. If you have to ask if something has too much white, the answer is yes.

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Is this a costume party since it is on Halloween?

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NO. Reception is black Tie. Costumes may be worn for the after party from 10 to 2 if you are attending.

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When should I RSVP by?

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RSVP date will be included on the formal invitation. Please RSVP ASAP so accurate counts may be given to the venue.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Did your invitation say and guest after your name? Yes - great you can invite a guest to join you. No - regretfully, we were unable to extend the invite to include a guest.

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Is the ceremony outdoors?

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Yes - the plan for the ceremony is to hold it in the gardens, outdoors. In the event of inclement weather (heavy rain, snow, sleet, hail), the ceremony will be moved indoors. Please plan accordingly based on the weather forecast for the day.

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Who wrote the snarky answers to some of these questions?

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Representing the passive aggressive no nonsense generation X, our unofficial, unasked wedding planner, JB, answered the above questions. Any offense taken to her brand of humor should be addressed to her personally.