The wedding is a formal black tie event. As you know, we are passionate about fashion and we want you to celebrate glamorously. Ladies, please wear floor length gowns. Avoid any excessively bright shades of color. Gentlemen are to wear tuxedos or dinner jackets and slacks, bow ties or neckties, and dress shoes. See the DRESS CODE tab for attire inspiration.
The Darby Derby is our version of the Kentucky Derby. Ladies think tea length dresses in bright fun colors, your cutest heels or wedges, and of course big fun hats and fascinators. For the gents, wear your Sunday Best! This means button downs in lighter hues, linen suits, suspenders, and of course Derby Hats! See the DRESS CODE tab for more information and attire inspiration.
Tickets will be provided at the wedding. For those not in attendance please stop by will call. Upon entry head to the Seabiscuit Skybox. Light snacks will be provided. Guests will be responsible for parking, betting, food, and beverage.
We have been working hard planning our wedding and getting our new home ready for our life together. We would love to take a much needed Honeymoon. In lieu of household items, please help send us on our way to our Hawaiian adventure. See our registry tab to contribute. Mahalo!
Yes, there is a room block at the Alilia Marea Beach Resort at a reduced rate of $599 per room with a minimum 2 night stay. See our travel tab for booking information. Otherwise, there are over 50 hotels in the immediate area at a variety of rates. Book soon as it is over Labor Day weekend.
We recommend using rideshare services (uber and lyft). The hotel will be busy for Labor Day weekend. There will only be valet parking for a reduced fee.
Space at the Wedding is very limited. Only invited guests will be permitted. However, we welcome everyone to attend The Darby Derby on Sunday, September 4th at the Del Mar Racetrack.
We love your kids—we really do. But we want our wedding to be your night off! We expect you to turn up! We greatly appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and leaving the kids at home so you can celebrate with us.
Summer weather in San Diego can get hot during the day but is mostly mild in the afternoon. The wedding will take place outdoors and the reception is indoor outdoor. The Darby Derby is indoors, with an outdoor pavillion.