FAQs

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What does the "black-tie-optional" dress code mean?

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A black-tie-optional dress code means you have the option to wear black-tie attire (an evening gown or a tuxedo) but can instead wear formal attire (a dark suit or knee-length/calf-length dress). For women: If you choose the black tie route, wear a floor-length or midi-gown. Otherwise, you can wear a fancy, formal cocktail dress. For men: If you choose the black tie route, wear a classic black tuxedo, a formal white dress shirt, and a black bow tie. Otherwise, you can wear a dark suit (black, dark navy, etc.) with a white dress shirt and dark tie. Formal footwear should be worn with either option. When in doubt, dress up - not down. We're looking forward to seeing everyone looking sharp and snazzy!

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Is the wedding & reception indoors or outdoors?

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Both the wedding and reception are indoors. Labor Day Weekend in Louisville is typically still very warm weather. You likely will not need a sweater or jacket in the evening.

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Can I bring a plus-one?

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Your invitation will delineate "and Guest" if a guest is invited.

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Are children invited?

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For our special day, we've decided to keep our wedding adults-only so everyone can relax and fully enjoy the evening. We hope you enjoy a parents' night out!

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Should I bring a gift to the wedding/reception?

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To limit items we'll have to take back with us to Albuquerque, please refer to our wedding registry page to ship a gift, if you'd like, directly to us! We appreciate it!

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Is there parking available at the church and reception venue?

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Yes, there is ample parking available at both locations. Each are also easily accessible via Uber/Lyft. If taking Uber/Lyft to The Olmsted, you will pass through a gate attendant.

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What is The Olmsted?

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The Olmsted is a beautiful historic hall constructed between 1925 and 1927, located on the campus of the former Masonic Widows and Orphans Home. Here, the buildings were arranged on an elongated oval landscape plan with most of the buildings placed along the outer edge of the property, which extends roughly 80 acres. At the center of this plan lies The Olmsted. Once referred to as the dining hall, The Olmsted was the center of activity for all occupants of the Home. The Olmsted was named after Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., of the nationally recognized landscape architectural firm, The Olmsted Brothers. The Olmsted Brothers were well recognized in Louisville at the time, having designed numerous parks and other projects in the city since the late nineteenth century. Frederick Law Olmsted Sr. was most famous for having designed Central Park in New York City.