Cecilia & Joseph
FAQs
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By when do I need to RSVP?
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Please RSVP through our website by August 10, 2024. (Click on RSVP tab)
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Can I bring a plus one? Or more people?
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We can only accommodate those guest formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you receive a plus one, it will appear on your invite. Unless an extra guest is noted on your wedding invitation, please refrain from bringing a plus one. We hope you understand! Don’t worry we’ll sit you with people you know.
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Is there a dress code or what should I wear?
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Yes there is a dress code, we would love to see all of you dress up with us! Our dress code is Formal Attire. Ex. Suit, Button down with tie and slacks, dress shoes, Floor length gown, fancy cocktail dress, or dressy pantsuit. PLEASE NO JEANS, SNEAKERS OR BRIGHT NEON COLORS(blue, green, orange and yellow)
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What time should I arrive?
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If you are invited to the Ceremony we suggest arriving 20-30 mins before the ceremony starts. The venue is located in the heart of downtown El Paso and it is a Friday. There may be some traffic due to other events.
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Is it open bar?
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Yes, but please bring cash to tip the Bartender, it's the least you can do with all them free drinks! Please don't bring your own alcohol, the Venue has rules.
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Can my kids come?
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No, we want you to disconnect and have fun! This will be an ADULTS ONLY affair! We do love dogs but they also can't come.
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Are you having an unplugged wedding ceremony?
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YES! Please refrain from being on your phones and taking pictures or videos. We hired amazing photographers and videographers so don't worry we'll get the moment! We invite you to be fully present with us. Please silence your phones during the ceremony to enjoy the special moment with us!
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Where can I stay the weekend if I'm coming from out of town?
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We have a room block with Double Tree by Hilton. Rooms need to be booked 30 DAYS prior to the wedding weekend! There is other hotels in the area but Double Tree was the lowest rates we could find. Information is under the Travel tab
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It’s Friday the 13th of course we’re having tattoos!
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My dear friend and tattoo artist Veronica Lee will be doing some Friday the 13th tattoos for our special day! Please if you are getting one please bring cash or have cash app, Zelle or Apple Pay to tip her!
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What is the address of the venue?
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The Cortez Ballrooms 310 N. Mesa St. El Paso, TX 79901
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Is your wedding outdoors or indoors?
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Our wedding will be held indoors for both the ceremony and reception.
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Is there parking?
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Free parking will be available at the Cortez parking annex 208 E. Main Street Just mention you’re there for the Otero James wedding.
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Do you have a registry?
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We do not have a registry. Your presence at our wedding is enough of a gift, but should you wish to buy us something, we'd greatly appreciate a contribution towards our honeymoon fund. We have a Venmo wedding fund under our website registry and we will have a money box at the wedding thank you!