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Claire & Alex

Claire & Alex

August 29, 2026 • Villanova, PA
39 Days To Go!
Claire & Alex

Claire & Alex

August 29, 2026 • Villanova, PA
39 Days To Go!

What is the dress code?

Our Wedding is Black Tie — Think Polished and Classic.

For Gentlemen: Tuxedos with Bow Ties.

For Ladies: Full-length Gowns.

Dress shoes and light outerwear for the evening are recommended. Comfort is important—Please choose footwear you can wear for dancing.

What time should I arrive?

Early Guest arrival to our Ceremony is at 3:00 PM. The Ceremony will begin promptly at 3:30 PM, so please arrive by 3:25 at the latest. Our Cocktail Hour will begin at 5:00 PM.

Will the Ceremony and Reception be Indoors or Outdoors?

The Ceremony will be held indoors at St. Thomas of Villanova church.

The Cocktail Hour will be held both indoors and outdoors at Aronimink Golf Club. The Reception will be held outdoors at Aronimink Golf Club.

Can I take photos during the ceremony?

Our ceremony will be unplugged. We respectfully ask that all phones, cameras, and devices remain tucked away during the ceremony so that you can be fully present as we exchange our vows. Thank you for helping us preserve this special moment.

Can I bring a plus one?

We wish we could celebrate with everyone, but due to venue and guest count limitations, we are unable to extend additional plus ones. We are so grateful for your understanding and are looking forward to sharing our special day with you.

Are children invited?

We have chosen to make our wedding an adults-only celebration. We hope this advance notice allows you time to make arrangements, and we look forward to celebrating with you.

When is the RSVP deadline?

The deadline to RSVP is by July 20th.

How do I RSVP?

You can RSVP by using the RSVP tab on this website!

Is there a hotel room block?

Yes! We will be using the AC Marriott in Newton Square and the Radnor Hotel. Please see the Travel section for more details.

How far is the venue from the hotel?

From St. Thomas of Villanova to the AC Marriott in Newtown Square, it is about 18-20 minutes. From St. Thomas of Villanova to the Radnor Hotel, it is about 10 minutes.

How long is the ceremony?

The Ceremony is from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM.

What happens after the ceremony?

Cocktail Hour will begin at the Aronimink Gold Club at 5 PM. Reception will follow Cocktail Hour and begin at 6:30 PM.

What time does the reception end?

Reception will end at 10:30 PM. There will be an afterparty held indoors at the Belmont after the reception.

Are there vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free/allergy friendly options?

Yes! We are happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary restrictions or food allergies. When submitting your RSVP, please note any dietary needs in the allergy and dietary restrictions section so we can ensure appropriate accommodations are made.