The dress code for our wedding is Formal/Black Tie. It's appropriate for ladies to wear a floor-length gown, formal cocktail dress, or dressy pantsuit. Men should wear a formal suit and tie, tuxedo, or sport coat for our event. We know you clean up nicely, so dust off those jackets and heels for our classy affair!
We ask that all guests silence their phones and refrain from taking photos or videos of their own during the ceremony. We have talented professionals there to capture the moment so we can all be present!
Transportation will be provided for all guests staying at our host hotels - Richmond Marriott and Residence Inn. Please find the full transportation schedule in the "Schedule" tab here on our website! Due to limited parking at The Estate, we ask that attendees utilize the organized transportation offered.
While the venue provides limited on-site parking, guests are urged to use the provided transportation service to and from the host hotels. Find the full transportation schedule in the "Schedule" tab here on our website.
The indoor ceremony will take place in the Estate’s stunning Wedgwood ballroom. Cocktail hour will be held indoors and outdoors while guests seamlessly stroll between the Cameo ballroom and Upper Terrace to overlook the lovely James River. Guests will be escorted downstairs to prepare for the reception in the Tuscan Ballroom. Get ready to dance the night away under the stars as you enjoy the clear-top tent settled on the Lower Terrace. The breathtaking views are unmatched!
Our event will feature a wide variety of delicious food served by A Sharper Palate Catering Company. Guests can enjoy strolling Hors d’oeuvres of stuffed mushrooms, crab cake sandwiches, vegetable garden spring rolls, and twice-baked potatoes. Also, be sure to stop by our shrimp cocktail and charcuterie stations! For the plated dinner, guests will indulge in a pepper-crusted filet mignon with pan-seared rockfish and sauté of crab. Dinner sides include yukon gold pomme puree and green beans. Wine and beer will be served during the cocktail hour and reception. We think you’ll love the food as much as we did sampling it!
Unfortunately, due to space limitations, we simply can't accommodate all of our lovely guests to bring a guest of their own. Therefore, we regretfully ask our guests not to bring a plus one unless they are specifically named on the invitation. Thank you so much for understanding!
Our wedding will be an adults-only occasion. We hope this advanced notice allows you to enjoy having the evening off celebrating the new Mr. and Mrs. Scalise! We appreciate your understanding!
Yes! Guests should make room reservations at the Residence Inn at the Notch or the Richmond Marriott Short Pump. Transportation will be provided from both hotels to The Estate. The deadline to book a hotel room under our wedding reservation is April 18th, 2023. Please see the "Travel" section of our website for specific hotel information, our discount code, and more.
You will receive a formal invitation in the mail at a later date. You'll have the option to mail your response back to us or scan the QR code to RSVP virtually.