FAQs

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What is the dress code?

Answer

We would love to see our family and friends dressed up with us! Our wedding is formal which includes a jacket and tie or traditional suit, tuxedo is not required- unless you want to! For women, full length dresses, dressy jumpsuits, or midi cocktail dresses are best. Please refrain from wearing all shades of white, ivory, cream, and the like for the bride. Bridesmaids will be dressed in light blue. If you have any questions please reach out to Toria or Cristian.

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Where are the ceremony and reception taking place?

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The ceremony will be held at St. Mary Star of the Sea, located at 253 Cabot St, Beverly, MA 01915. Please proceed to Cruiseport Gloucester for our cocktail hour and reception at 6 Rowe Square, #3057, Gloucester, MA 01930. It is an approximate 35-minute drive from St. Mary Star to Cruiseport.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please plan to arrive with ample time to locate parking, walk over to the church, and be seated by 2 pm. Ceremony will begin promptly at 2:30 pm.

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Can I bring a date?

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Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate additional guests. All invited members of your party will appear on the RSVP form. We look forward to celebrating with our closest friends and family!

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Can we bring our children?

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Our wedding will be an adults-only occasion, we hope you understand and enjoy the night off!

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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For the ceremony, please plan ample time ahead to locate parking as the church does not offer parking. There is street parking and are several public parking lots in the area, including one on Pond Street. For the reception, Cruiseport Gloucester offers free valet parking from the start of the event through 11 AM the next morning.

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Will it be indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony will be held indoors inside the church. Cocktail hour and the Reception will be indoors, with heated firepits outside for your enjoyment.