We kindly request that you RSVP by August 1st, 2024. Earlier would be greatly appreciated! You can RSVP through this site by using the menu and then inputting your name as shown on your invitation envelope. From there you will be able to denote the attendance of any and all members in your party. In the event of a late cancelation, please notify Alyssa or David as soon as possible so we can adjust our plans accordingly!
Dress to impress and have fun with it! This is a black-tie optional event. Tuxes and floor-length gowns are encouraged, formal (floor length to short) dresses and full suits are welcome as well. The vibe is opulent old Hollywood - think 1920s-1950s fashion! Please avoid white, cream/ivory, and gray gowns. We have an inspiration board available at https://pin.it/3c6U22e In October, Florence usually sees highs in the mid-70s during the day and in the 50s at night. No need to worry about walking on grass with stillettos! All events will be on solid ground.
Rideshare services are available in town, but limited. Please plan accordingly. If you are driving yourself to the event, there is very limited parking available in the lot at the GunRunner. Street parking is available on Tennessee St. as well as throughout the downtown area. There is also a parking garage with access on Tennessee St. between Pine and Court St., approximately 0.25 miles from the venue. We recommend carpooling where possible!
We have provided three nearby hotels on our travel page that we recommend for convenience. The Shoals area is also full of Airbnbs. Please book early to ensure your accommodations are locked in!
Although we love your little ones, this event is open to adults 21+ only.
We want to be surrounded by those closest to us on our special day. In order to maintain that atmosphere, your invitation will only extend to a guest if it has been noted on your envelope.
OF COURSE! An open bar will be provided during the reception with a limited menu of liquor, beer, and wine, as well as mixers. Additional beverages outside our selected menu can be purchased with cash/card. The after party will be cash/card-only. Tips are encouraged - our bar staff are dear friends and we appreciate their hard work!
Your presence at the most wonderful day of our lives is truly the best gift of all, but we know that many of you may still want to give us a gift to commemorate the day. We have primarily set up a honeymoon fund for our registry. We have also included a small selection of physical gifts as well as donations to two charities of our choice. You can find our registry site under "Registry" on this website. We appreciate any and every gift - it truly means the world to us.
The GunRunner Hotel is a popular boutique hotel and bar in downtown Florence, featuring ten locally-themed suites. The building previously housed a Cadillac dealership in the 1930s and 40s and the original car elevator has now become a large, three-sided bar! There is an open-air roofdeck bar that guests are also invited to enjoy. In 2021, Alyssa and David were given the high prestige of having their names added to the number of plaques decorating the bar. Please note that there are staircases leading up to the event space and additional stairs to reach the roofdeck. There is no elevator on site, so please watch your step! We will have additional bathrooms available in two of the hotel rooms, as the venue itself only has one.