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Matthew Kempen

and

Shalese Eggleston

Matthew Kempen

and

Shalese Eggleston

#Kempen2k23

November 2, 2023

Phoenix, AZ
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Wedding Party

These are the people we love and hold near and dear to out hearts! We are grateful to them celebrate and for bringing so much joy to our lives!

Shalese E.

Bride

Matt K.

Groom

Shawntay H.

Matron of Honor

Chris H.

Man of Honor

Dainera B.

Maid of Honor

Craig P.

Best Man

Faith M.

Bridesmaid

Ian M.

Groomsman

Sycora S.

Bridesmaid

Kadaey W.

Groomsman

Mercedes K.

Bridesmaid

DJ K.

Groomsman

Kimahnie H.

Bridesmaid

Keontae D.

Groomsman

Rozalene A.

Flower Girl

Kimaudrey H.

Flower Girl

Kaleela K.

Flower Girl

Sarina H.

Flower Girl

Olyn K.

Honor Attendant

Sytaibreal H.

Ring Bearer

Kaiden H.

Giveaway

Xzaibreal H.

Usher

Kelvonte H.

Usher

Kimbreal H.

Usher

Samantha S.

Mother of the Bride

Eric H.

Father of the Bride

Sharon K.

Mother of the Groom

David K.

Father of the Groom

Bill K.

Officiant

Wedding Registries

We appreciate all the thought and effort everyone has put into their gift. We appreciate any gift that is new and given what matters the most is the thought.
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Matthew and Shalese’s Amazon Registry
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Schedule

Thursday, November 2, 2023

Reception

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Valley Garden Center
1809 North 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007

This event is all black formal attire with black-tie optional. The grass can be soft, so maybe rethink stilettos. Please refrain from any revealing attire, please DO NOT wear white or Ivory.

Please be mindful that since we are not doing a first look for the Bride and Groom that is when we will be taking pictures about 3hrs before the reception starts. We do ask that while we are taking pictures please refrain from disturbing the bridal party and family photos and our hard working photographers.

FAQs

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How do we get in the venue?

Answer

Please be sure to have your invitation in hand or readily accessible on your phone, we will use these to verify that you and your guest(s) are on the attendee list.

Question

Inside or outside ceremony?

Answer

The ceremony will be outside and the reception will be inside and outside.

Question

What time should I arrive to the ceremony/reception?

Answer

Please plan to arrive at the venue no later than 1:15PM for the ceremony. If you will not be attending the ceremony and wish to come to the reception please plan to arrive no later than 4:15PM.

Question

What is the guest dress code?

Answer

Easy! The guest dress code will be formal/black tie. We do please ask that everyone refrains from wearing white/ivory. We also ask NOT to wear anything revealing and to keep your attire appropriate. Please read below to understand the different dress codes. Black Tie: Black Tie usually indicates an evening wedding where men wear tuxedos with a black long neck tie and women wear formal floor-length gowns. Black tie does not mean you must wear black. However, traditionally men would wear a euro tie and black tuxedo. Formal or Black Tie Optional: These phrases mean that guests are encouraged to wear attire that fits a black tie dress code, but that this is optional. For men, they should wear a dark suit with a shirt and tie (if they don’t wish to wear a tuxedo). Women should wear a floor-length gown, knee-length cocktail dress, a pantsuit, or dressy separates.

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How do I know what colors to wear?

Answer

The dress code is a black tie/formal! If you can wear something pertaining to the colors on the invitations is ideal if not then please wear black.

Question

What do we do in the time between the ceremony and reception?

Answer

Please be mindful that since we are not doing a first look for the Bride and Groom that is when we will be taking pictures about 3hrs before the reception starts. We do ask that while we are taking pictures please refrain from disturbing the bridal party and family photos and our hard working photographers. We will have snacks in the south-east corner of the venue outside and refreshments for your enjoyment.

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