Black tie is the preferred attire. For the men, we kindly ask that you wear a dark suit or tuxedo, and for the ladies, a gown or formal dress.
How do I RSVP?
After the formal invitations are sent, the RSVPs will be made on this website.
May I bring a plus one?
All guests will be named on your formal invitation.
How far is the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from the downtown, hotel area?
The distance is about 5 miles from BHM airport to downtown.
Will there be room blocks at local hotels?
Yes, we have room blocks at the Elyton and Fairfield hotels. Please see the hotel tab for more information.
Is parking available?
Valet parking is available at each hotel, and the Reid Chapel has nearby parking.
Will transportation be provided to the Reid Chapel/reception venue?
Yes, transportation will pick guests up from the Elyton Hotel at 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please arrive in the lobby at least 10 minutes before departure. After the ceremony, transportation will take guests to the cocktail hour/reception. Following the wedding, the hotels are a very short walk from The Florentine.
What will the weather be like in Birmingham in June?
Typically a high of 90 degrees to a low of 68 degrees.
Are photos permitted at the ceremony?
Unfortunately, photos are only allowed to be taken by our photographer.
What is the wedding day timeline?
Our ceremony begins at 3:00 PM, at the A. Hamilton Reid Chapel, on the campus of Samford University.
Buses will leave from the Elyton Hotel, and additional parking is available at the Reid Chapel indicated by campus signs.
Following the ceremony, buses will take guests to cocktail hour at the Florentine Cafe, from 5:00-6:00 PM. The reception is upstairs at The Florentine, from 6:00-10:00 PM. All hotels listed are a short walk after the reception.
A detailed transportation timeline will be provided in the spring.