We love your children - we really do! But we want this to be a night that you let your hair down. Trusted baby sitters can be recommended. Please let us know if you require a sitter.
The dress code for our wedding is Black Tie Optional. If you think you're too fancy, then take it up a notch!
A wedding shuttle will be collecting guests who want a ride from The Claridge House hotel. See the schedule section for details. Don't forget to update your wedding shuttle RSVP!
Yes. All guests must be fully vaccinated against Covid. Proof of vaccination is required by state and local law. The policy of our wedding venue requires proof of vaccination upon entry (CDC card, State vaccination pass, NHS pass, EU Green pass etc) as well as ID.
Early Septembers are usually warm and sunny 75F (23C) and up. There is always a chance of rain (but we hope not!).
The wedding and reception are all outdoors (weather permitting).
Parking is free and available at the Botanic Garden if you are driving.
Our wedding is RSVP only. Please refer to your online RSVP if you have a guest option.
Your attendance is the best gift. However for friends and family who have been asking for gift ideas we have created a registry here on our wedding website under tab registry.
Drybar (various locations around the city of Chicago), Dennis Bartolomei (Streeterville) and Tricoci salon & spa (Bloomingdales Michigan Ave).