With the exception of a few members of the wedding party, the couple and their families have decided to host an adult-only event. Several factors contributed to this decision, including an abundance of antiques and bodies of water on the property, alcohol consumption, loud music, dimly lit ambiance, etc. Please know they chose this for the safety of the childen and fun of the parents. Keep in mind, Clearwater / Safety Harbor are family-friendly destinations, and they would love to see them at another point that weekend; so you may wish to travel with them but use a childare service for the evening of the wedding. If you need assistance with coordinating this, please reach out to the couple.
Guests are respectfully asked to not bring a plus one, unless they are specifically named on the invitation. The couple looks forward to an intimate event with their loved ones.
Yes, Safety Harbor Resort & Spa is the main hotel for the event. A courtesy room block and other discounts have been coordinated on your behalf. See the 'Travel' section of our website for more details.
Yes, this is a formal black-tie event. Ladies are asked to wear floor-length evening gowns and gentlemen to wear tuxedos with bowties. Please see below for details on tux rentals.
If you don't own a tuxedo, we have coordinated a full or partial rental package on your bealf, including a group discount. You can be fitted at your local Men's Wearhouse wherever you live, and either choose to take the outfit with you on your travels, schedule a pickup at the Clearwater store location (2719 Gulf to Bay Blvd STE 1135, Clearwater, FL 33759 / store # 3303), or have it delivered to your hotel. Simply use code #12168550 or mention the Varallo wedding when placing your order. Men's Warehouse recommends placing your order by March 3rd in order to guarantee your order.
Yes, please visit the 'Schedule of Events' section of our website for more details.
Yes, please inform the couple before the RSVP deadline and you will be accomodated accordingly.
See the 'Schedule of Events' section of our website for more details. Feel free to arrive up to 30-minutes early to enjoy a stroll through the gardens before you take your seat for the ceremony. Guests who arrive after 5:30 will not be permitted to enter as it will disturb the ceremony; you may join the party afterwards.
Yes, the entire wedding event will be located at one venue and free parking is available on-site.
April in Safety Harbor and Clearwater is typically a comfortable spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79°F and 67°F.
The wedding events will take place indoors, however you must walk through the garden to access the building.
Complimentary beer, wine, and liquor will be served throughout the event. The bride and groom look forward to celebrating their nuptials with loved ones, and ask that if you plan to consume spirits please determine a designated driver ahead of time or preschedule a pickup with a rideshare company to arrive home safely.
Your presence is present enough, but should you wish to bring a gift to our wedding, there will be a gift table and envelope receptacle for your convenience. You may also ship anything ahead of time to the brides Matron of Honor, Nadia Caron, for the couple to open at the bridal shower. Please inquire privately for her mailing address.
Keeping with tradition, the grooms parents are hosting a rehearsal dinner immeditely following the wedding rehearsal, for members of the wedding party and their significant others (ex. bridesmaids, groomsmen, etc).
Please note, the couple wishes to have an intimate experience with their loved ones truly present. They have explicitly stated this will be an 'unplugged ceremony,' meaning all guests will be asked to silence and put away their mobile devices. Professional photographers and videographers have been hired to capture the day, so you can simply relax and enjoy.