FAQs

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Can I RSVP online or do I have to mail in an RSVP card?

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We invite you to RSVP online [https://www.zola.com/wedding/mandrew2025/rsvp] or by mailing in the RSVP card sent with the invitation to the following address: In Care of Allday Events 3000 Custer Rd. Unit 270 #484 Plano, TX 75075

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What date should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP [https://www.zola.com/wedding/mandrew2025/rsvp] by January 6, 2025. Please note that the deadline to reserve hotel rooms in our wedding blocks is before this date.

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What is the address of the wedding ceremony and reception venue?

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The ceremony and reception will be held at the The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas: 4150 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75038. This is NOT the same location as The Ritz-Carlton Dallas.

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What is the easiest way to get to and from your wedding venue?

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We have reserved a block of rooms at the Ritz-Carlton for "one stop shopping". Getting around the greater DFW area can be nerve-racking! We recommend ride share (Uber, Lyft). There is public transportation (DART) as well.

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Is there parking available near your wedding venue?

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Yes. There will be both self-park and valet options at the Ritz-Carlton. The rates are below. Overnight Valet Parking: $40.00 per vehicle, per night (plus sales tax) Overnight Self-Parking: $23.00 per vehicle, per night (plus sales tax) Day Valet Parking: $16.00 + $3.00 per hour, per vehicle (plus sales tax) Day Self-Parking: $10.00 + $2.00 per hour, per vehicle (plus sales tax)

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Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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The plan is for the ceremony to be outside and the reception to be inside. If the weather does not cooperate, all activities will be indoors.

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Have you reserved blocks of rooms at one or more hotels?

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Yes. We have reserved blocks of rooms at the following hotels: The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas - 4150 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75038 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas - Las Colinas - 4225 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75038

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Will there be a shuttle to and/or from the hotel?

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Yes. There will be a shuttle that runs between La Quinta Inn and The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, Las Colinas throughout the evening of the wedding and ceremony.

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What is the dress code for your wedding?

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We would appreciate if our guests wore semi-formal attire

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Am I allowed to bring a plus one?

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Short answer: yes

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Am I allowed to bring my children?

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Due to venue constraints we're only able to invite children of immediate family and those in the wedding party. Feel free to reach out for clarification. To facilitate parental party time, we will have limited on site babysitting service.

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What is the weather like in Dallas?

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Normal high temperatures for the beginning of February typically fall in the upper 50s Fahrenheit. Normal low temperatures can fall into the low 30s. However, north Texas weather can be unpredictable: 2023 saw the weather of that week with highs in the 30s and lows in the 20s with snow and rain. 2024 saw highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s with lots of sun. Please do check the weather forecasts closer to the event date.

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What type of food will be served at your wedding?

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Passed hors d'oeuvres and a plated dinner.

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Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?

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Yes, these options will be listed on the RSVP cards sent with the formal invitations. If you RSVP online, there will be an option during the process to add in any dietary restrictions.

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Will there be an open bar?

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We are offended you would even ask that. Yes there will be.

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Do you have a wedding registry?

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We do not expect gifts given the onus of travel, but there are Zola and Amazon registries available through this website (https://www.zola.com/wedding/mandrew2025/registry)

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Can I bring my gift to the wedding?

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Your presence is present enough, but should you wish to bring a gift to our wedding, there will be a gift table for your convenience.

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What is the wedding day itinerary?

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The time prior to the ceremony is for our guests to make the most of in Dallas. The ceremony will begin promptly at 4 pm central time, and last approximately half an hour. Happy hour will begin in the reception space at approximately 4:30 pm. The reception will last from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm.

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What time should I arrive at your wedding ceremony?

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On time.

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Will there be a time gap between your wedding ceremony and reception?

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Yes and no. Guests will have access to the reception space/bars immediately after the ceremony for about an hour prior to the beginning of the reception. You may also use this time to return to your room (or hotel), run errands, or provide comedic relief during the wedding party pictures.

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Will there be other events to attend on the wedding weekend?

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On Friday January 31, there will be a Welcome Event for all guests at the Ritz Carlton from approximately 7-9 pm. On Sunday February 2, we are planning a brunch for those who wish to attend. RSVPs will be included in the formal invitation.

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Am I allowed to take photos at your wedding?

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Yes. However, the bride requests that you have your phones away during the wedding ceremony.

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Can I post wedding photos on social media?

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Yes. We would appreciate not directly tagging the bride, groom, or wedding party in the photos however.

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What is your wedding hashtag?

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#mandaboutdrew We are also open to changing this.

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Will you be live streaming your wedding?

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No. Exclusive, in-person access only. Y'all the real VIPs.

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What health and safety measures will be in place?

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The guest list contains physicians and allied health professionals covering cradle to grave.

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How will you communicate any updated information and/or changes before the wedding?

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All updates will be posted to this website as they become available.

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I have more questions about your wedding, who can I contact?

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Anyone but the bride ;)