FAQs

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Can I bring my children or a plus one?

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Unfortunately, we are only able to accommodate the guests listed on your invitation. Thank you so much for understanding!

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What time should we arrive to the ceremony?

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The ceremony starts promptly at 5:30pm so we ask that you please arrive ~15 minutes early

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What is the dress code for the events?

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Welcome Drinks: For men, think Khakis, lululemon slacks, polos or button-downs. Please no shorts. For women, sundresses, sets, jumpsuits, cocktail or midi dresses. Ceremony and Reception: For men, tuxes or dark suits. For women, midi or floor length dresses.

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What weather should we expect?

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Weather in Chicago in August can be highly variable. We recommend checking the forecast before packing as it can be anything from 80's and sunny to 50's and rainy. The ceremony will be indoors and the reception will be open air weather permitting

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What parking is available?

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For the welcome drinks and wedding, parking is available. However, we recommend ubers, public transportation or walking to the extent possible. Welcome Drinks: Valet parking is available at Formento's and metered street parking is available in the West Loop area. The closest garage is the City Parking Garage located at 922 W Washington Blvd. Wedding Ceremony and Reception: Daily valet parking is $40. Overnight valet parking is $83 / day with in and out privileges. Overnight self parking is available for $64 / day at The Poetry Garage (20 W Madison St.) Other Hotel Parking: - Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop: Overnight valet parking: $78 / day with in/out privileges. Other parking offsite at the WMW Garage (172 West Madison, Chicago, IL 60606) a 2 minute walk from the hotel

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Is Chicago safe?

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Great question! Depends on the area. The venue is located in the center of the city in a very safe area. Anywhere within the loop or around Grant Park is perfectly fine, and public transportation via the L (Chicago lingo for subway, "Elevated" train) is reliable and safe (save the occasional homeless). Wouldn't recommend hotels on the southside, but if you like to live on the wild side, be our guest!