FAQs

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When is the RSVP deadline? Do I need to mail back my RSVP or can I do it online?

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Thank you in advance for sending your RSVP before June 17, 2025. You can mail back the card enclosed in your invitation or simply RSVP right here on our wedding website.

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What if I don't RSVP in time?

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If you do not RSVP by June 17, 2025, you will be marked as "not attending". We would love celebrating with you, however, we have to provide an exact guest count to our vendors and cannot accept late RSVP's. (This will mean you are not allowed to show up at our special day. There will be no seating, food, or drink accommodations for you)

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What should I do if I cannot make it?

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You will definitely be missed! If you cannot attend our wedding, please indicate "Will NOT Attend" on your RSVP so we can plan accordingly. If you have already RSVP'd "Attending", but find that you will not make it, Please notify us as soon as you are aware.

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Are kids welcome?

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Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate children of our wedding party/immediate family at our reception. We understand if you would like to make this a date night!

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Unfortunately, we have a strict guest list to stay on budget. Our celebration is strictly RSVP only. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your wedding invitation. Thank you for understanding!

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

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Yes, we have room blocks reserved at the Courtyard Marriott Potomac Mills. Please check the travel section of the website for link.

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Is there parking available near your wedding venue?

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Yes, free parking is located at the venue

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Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony will be located in an indoor open air area. The reception will be indoors. Both in the same location!

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What time should I arrive?

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The ceremony will start on time. We recommend that you arrive an 30-45 minutes before the start of the ceremony to make sure everyone is seated on time.

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Is there a dress code?

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The dress code for our wedding is cocktail attire. No jeans or tennis shoes please. African attire is a plus, but not required!

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Can I record or take pictures during the ceremony?

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Family and Friends, we ask that you please refrain from taking any photos/video during the ceremony and kindly ask that you silent all cell phones during this time.

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What happens after the ceremony?

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After the ceremony, the wedding party will be taking pictures nearby for around an hour. Guests can head straight to the cocktail hour where we will be serving finger foods and beverages.