FAQs

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Covid precautions

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Rachel and Aaron would like to strongly encourage guests to take a home Covid test the night before the wedding. We are not requiring masks at the venue, but we do expect our guests to self monitor for symptoms of any respiratory illness. We trust our guests to act in ways that keep our loved ones safe and healthy.

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by Friday, March 10th at the latest. After March 10th we will no longer be able to update our guest count with our vendors

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please arrive at the Winslow Maxwell Outlook at no earlier than 3:30 pm for the ceremony to start promptly at 4:00 pm

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Dinner will be served buffet style in an effort to accommodate dietary needs of all kinds. The following dietary needs have been communicated and accommodated by our caterer: Vegetarian, nut allergy, lactose intolerant, and gluten free.

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What will the weather be like?

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In Santa Barbara, in April, the average high-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C)

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Is there a dress code?

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Cocktail style attire is encouraged, but above all we want our loved ones to feel like themselves and be able to dance and have a good time! Some examples of things to wear include long dresses, short dresses, dressy jumpsuits, and heels, wedges or nice flat shoes for ladies; sports coats, hawaiian shirts and khakis, suits and slacks, and dress shoes for gentlemen. If you normally wear a hat, you are welcome to. The ceremony will be outside where you may have to walk on grass or uneven ground, the reception will be indoors

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What colors should I wear?

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We encourage guests to wear what makes them feel best, that being said, the bridesmaids will be wearing emerald green and the groomsmen and groom will be wearing dark blues. Please reserve white and shades of white for the bride

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes!

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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We are providing transportation for our guests from the Lemon Tree Inn to the Ceremony at the Winslow Maxwell Outlook, from the Ceremony to the Reception at the Cabrillo Pavilion, and from the Reception back to the Lemon Tree Inn. Designated pick up spots will be communicated closer to the date of the Wedding