Q&A

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What time should I arrive?

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The ceremony will begin promptly at 4:00 p.m. and we request that all guests are seated by 3:50 p.m. Guests that arrive late will not be permitted to the ceremony.

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Where should I park?

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There is a free parking lot at the venue that fits up to 68 vehicles. In addition, there is plenty of free street parking in side streets near the mansion.

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Is the venue indoor or outdoor?

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Both! Weather permitting, our ceremony will be held outdoors on the front lawn of the mansion. Cocktail hour is both indoor and outdoor, and the reception will be indoors. In the case of inclement weather, the entirety of the day’s events will be held indoors.

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What is the dress code?

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We would love to see our family and friends dress up with us and kindly request our guests dress in formal attire. Ladies should opt for a formal midi dress, ankle- or floor-length dress, or formal jumpsuit. Please avoid sundresses or short dresses, which are too casual. Gentlemen should wear a suit and tie. Please refrain from wearing khakis or jeans.

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Can I bring a date or plus one?

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Due to our venue’s capacity, we are only able to accommodate guests formally invited on your wedding invitations. If you received a plus one, they will appear under your name when you RSVP. If you have any questions, please ask one of us!

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Can I bring my children?

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We love your little ones, but please note that our wedding will be an adults-only celebration and respectfully request no children. We encourage you to use this evening as a date night! Thank you for understanding!

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Can I take photos or videos during the ceremony?

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We are having an “unplugged” ceremony (please, no phones or cameras for the duration of the ceremony). The best gift you can give us is being fully present as we say “I do”. We have hired professionals that will capture these special moments and we will share our photos once we receive them. After the ceremony, feel free to take as many photos and videos as you would like! Thank you for respecting our wishes!

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Will there be meal options for guests with allergies and/or dietary restrictions?

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Yes – you will submit meal preferences with your online RSVP. If you have allergies and dietary restrictions, please ensure to list them when you RSVP so we can plan accordingly.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes! We cannot wait to celebrate and party with you all!

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Who should I contact with additional questions?

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You can email John and Caroline directly at cjbrettler@gmail.com.