Is there a dress code?

We would love to see our family and friends get dressed up for our big day. Dress code is formal attire. Ladies can wear floor-length, tea-length, or midi formal dresses. Gentlemen can wear a suit & tie. No jeans or white attire please. Please refer to the Attire Tab for more details.

Can I bring a date?

If you received a plus one, your guest’s name is listed on your invitation and will appear under your name when you RSVP. Otherwise, we would love to keep the wedding as an intimate event with close friends and family. Thank you for your understanding.

Are kids invited?

Yes, we love your little ones! We will include all children invited on your invitation. Our only ask is if your child is crying or getting upset during our ceremony to please take them out the front of the building to calm down. Thank you for your understanding!

Can I take photos and videos during the ceremony?

We kindly ask that you do not have your phones or cameras out during the ceremony. Our photographer and videographer will be capturing the ceremony, and we do not want any phones in our photos!

Can I take and post pictures of the wedding on social media?

We would appreciate it if all photos and videos were not shared until the day after the wedding. We hope everyone will be present and too busy enjoying the day to post anything!

Do you have a wedding hashtag?

#PhairytaletoPhipps when posting any pictures on social media so we can see them too.

What is the weather like this time of year?

Mid-May in Williamsburg offers lovely spring weather, with highs between 76°F and 83°F and mild evenings.

Where is the ceremony, cocktail hour, and the reception taking place?

All events are at the Venue (The Maine of Williamsburg). The ceremony will be outside under the Grand Hall. Cocktail Hour will be outdoors on the Veranda and indoors in the Old Fort Room. The reception will be Catawba Hall.

What if I don’t RSVP in time?

We will miss celebrating with you! If you do not RSVP by March 15, 2025 11:59PM EST, you will be marked as “not attending”. We need to provide our venue and vendors an exact guest count by a certain date, so please don’t RSVP late! (This will mean you are not allowed to show up to our special day. There will be no seating or food/drink accommodations for you.

What should I do if I cannot make it?

You will definitely be missed! If you cannot attend our wedding, please indicate “Will NOT Attend” on your RSVP so we can plan accordingly. If you have already RSVP’d “Attending”, but find that you will not make it, Please notify Zaniyah as soon as you are aware.

What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

The ceremony will start half past three, but we recommend arriving at three o’clock for parking and seating for the ceremony. Cocktails, dinner, and dancing will follow.

Where should I park?

There is a parking lot adjacent to the front entrance of the venue. There will be staff to guide you.

Will there be an open bar?

Yes, the drinks are on us, please party responsibly.

Since there will be alcohol, what do we do about driving?

We DO NOT want anyone drinking and driving. As such, the venue allows guests to overnight park. All vehicles must be picked up by May 19, 2025 before 11:00 AM EST.