Saturday March 1, 2025
Dallas, TX, USA
Schedule
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
When is the RSVP deadline?
February 1, 2025
What should I wear?
The welcome party on Friday night will be cocktail attire. The ceremony and reception on Saturday is Black Tie. Black tie means formal evening wear:
- For men: a tuxedo with a bow tie, or a dark formal suit.
- For women: a long evening gown, calf-length or longer, or elegant pantsuit.
Can I bring a date?
Your invitation will indicate if you have a +1. If you are unsure, please feel free to ask us directly.
Are kids welcome?
As much as we love your little ones, we will not be including them in the ceremony, reception, or welcome party.
Where should I park?
For guests staying at either the Marriot Uptown or the Le Meridain (Stonleigh), there will be a shuttle to and from the venue that will pick you up on Saturday, 3/1/25, at 4:45PM at the entrance of the hotel. For those driving, there will be valet available at the arboretum.
Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?
Yes, and we will have a golf cart available for anyone needing assistance getting around the property!
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour are outdoors, but our reception will be in a covered tent.
What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?
Calling all ladies! Do not wear stiletto heels. The ceremony will be on the grass field wear chunky heels or flats.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes! We would love for you to take photos. However, please refrain from taking photos during the ceremony.
Accommodations
A shuttle to the venue will stop to pick up guests at both hotels at 4:45PM on Saturday, March 1. The shuttle will return guests to the hotels by 11:30PM.
Registry
Your presence is enough of a present to us! But for those of you who are stubborn, we've put together a wish-list to help you out.
Story
Tidbits
Wedding Party
Ava Mandoli
Maid of Honor
Claire Chen
Bridesmaid
Lauren Duhl
Bridesmaid
Jane Thier
Bridesmaid
Kayla Steger
Bridesmaid
Leighton Roberts
Bridesmaid
Presley Pender
Bridesmaid
Carissa Levine
Bridesmaid
Rachel Holste
Bridesmaid
Elizabeth Mikhjian
Bridesmaid
Paige Kendrick
Bridesmaid
Zach Pendergraft
Best Man
John Kyle Schwab
Groomsman
Martin Padial
Groomsman
Mark Gravois
Groomsman
Michael Hyman
Groomsman
Ben Harris
Groomsman
Eric Guin
Groomsman
Jack Brown
Groomsman
Beau Barnidge
Groomsman
Jacob McCain
Groomsman
Justin Berthelot
Groomsman
Josh Berthelot
Usher
Darren DeLaune Jr.
Usher
David Koke III
Usher
Connor Bodin
Usher
Travel
Getting In
We recommend flying into Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL).
Getting to Dallas
There a lots of ways to get into Dallas! There are several car rental options, and Lyft and Uber are relatively inexpensive.
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