We ask that our guests RSVP no later than May 21, 2021. This ensures that we have an accurate head count for food and seating arrangements.
The ceremony will begin at 6:00 pm. We ask that guests arrive 15-30 minutes before the ceremony to make sure they are seated comfortably and on time.
We ask that unless you have a long time partner or spouse that the bride and groom have met, we prefer that you do not bring a date. Due to COVID-19, we are trying to keep the list to just friends and family close to the bride and groom. Thank you for your understanding.
Unless your child has been asked to be in the wedding, we are keeping this a child free event. Again, due to COVID-19, this will allow us to maintain an appropriate number of guests in order to social distance as best as possible.
The dress code is semi-formal. This is slightly less formal than black tie and black tie optional, which means no tux required for men and no floor-length gown required for women (unless you'd like to then by all means you do you). The bridal party and the parents of bride and groom will be wearing pink and red, so we ask that if possible you do not wear these colors. Thanks for your understanding!
In light of the current pandemic, we have no choice but to implement COVID-19 related guidelines. This is so that we can keep one another safe and respect those who might be at risk for the virus. All vendors and servers will be required to wear masks. The dinner will be plated, so that there is no chance of cross contaminating serving utensils etc. Cutlery and glasses will not be handed out until you are sat to ensure that any guests around you did not have a chance to touch your things before being sat. We will have sanitizing stations in place so that guests know that they can keep their hands germ-free, and others will do the same.
The reception and ceremony room are both quite large and will be able to accommodate my guest count even if the state guidelines go down to 25% capacity limits. That being said, there will be plenty of room for social distancing the tables and seats. While creating the seating chart, we will do our best to keep those who have spent time with one another throughout the pandemic together so that guests can feel confident knowing they won't be forced to sit with someone who may have traveled in from another city.
While the bride and groom will not require guests to wear masks during the ceremony or reception, we do encourage that you wear a mask when using restrooms or other common spaces. We also highly encourage those who are at risk, or will feel more comfortable, to please wear a mask whenever and wherever they feel necessary. We will have masks provided for those who may have forgotten to bring their own.