What is the dress code?
The dress code for our wedding is black tie optional attire with a garden party theme. We would love to see our guests all dressed up, so think floor-length evening gowns for women and ties for men. A tuxedo or suit is preferred but not required. Please no jeans, t-shirts, or sneakers. We also ask that women refrain from wearing white or a shade that resembles white. Oxnard weather in May is usually mild, so please dress accordingly.
Where are you registered for gifts?
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all. If you wish to honor us with a gift, a cash contribution to our future together would be very welcome. You can find our Future Fund on this website under the "Registry" tab, however the most important thing to us that you are able to celebrate with us on our wedding day.
Where are the ceremony and reception taking place?
Both the ceremony and reception will be at Adam's grandparents' house, located at 2601 Norite Place, Oxnard, CA. The full celebration will be outdoors.
Is there assigned seating?
There is no assigned seating for the ceremony, however, there are table assignments for the reception. For the ceremony, the first two rows will be marked as "Reserved" for immediate family. Feel free to sit on whichever side you please. Per tradition, the bride will be standing on the left, and the groom on the right. Please arrive early (we recommend 3:30 - 3:45) to allow time to find your seat for the ceremony. After the ceremony concludes, there will be approximately one hour to socialize and have drinks before the reception begins. We recommend finding your seat using the seating chart during this time, as the buffet will open shortly after the bride and groom's entrance.
When should I arrive?
The ceremony will be taking place at 4:00 pm sharp. Please arrive 30 minutes early (around 3:30 pm) to allow time for parking and finding a seat. As a courtesy to other guests, as well as the bride and groom, we strongly encourage that guests take precautions so as not to be late and interrupt the ceremony. Please note that the first two rows will be reserved for the bride and groom's immediate family.
Can I take pictures during the ceremony?
We are having an unplugged ceremony, meaning that once the ceremony begins, we ask that all phones be put away and silenced. We want everyone to be fully present with us and for our photographer to be able to capture the best photos possible. Once cocktail hour begins, please feel free to take as many pictures as you would like, and don't forget to share them with us! We also ask that guests wait to share pictures on social media until we post our professional photos for a grand reveal! Thank you all for understanding.
Where do I park?
Because our venue is in a residential neighborhood, we strongly encourage guests to either use a driving service such as Uber or carpool. While there is street parking, it is very limited, and we want to be respectful of the people living around us.
Will dinner be served? What kind of food will be provided?
Dinner will be served at the reception. Catering from Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill will be presented buffet style with a variety of options. When you RSVP, please choose your preferred entree and let us know of any food allergies or dietary restrictions that need to be accommodated. There will be other snacks, drinks, and dessert provided.
Can I bring a plus one?
Unfortunately, due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate guests addressed on the invitations. Please RSVP accordingly to help us best prepare for our celebration.
My name is on the invitation but not my child's. Can I bring them?
Our wedding will be a child-free event. On our invitations, we have listed the friends and family members invited. We encourage loved ones with small children to take this as an opportunity for a fun date night. Thank you in advance for your understanding, and we cannot wait to celebrate with you!
What do I do if I can't make it?
You will be dearly missed! If you cannot make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP "Not Attending" so we can plan accordingly. Thank you!
When should I RSVP by? How do I send you my response?
Please submit your RSVP via our website as soon as you can! When you RSVP, you will be required to submit a response for everyone in your party, so please be prepared to provide an accurate response for each member of your household. The latest we can accept responses is by Saturday, March 2nd, 2024. If we do not receive your party's response by this date, you will be marked as "Not Attending." We will miss you celebrating with us, however we must promptly provide the total guest count to our vendors, and will not be able to accept late RSVPs past this point. We hope you understand.