First and foremost, we want you to dress to feel confident and like yourself. Beyond that, we encourage you to show off your style in cocktail attire! Add some personality, and have fun with accessories. We don't want to see everyone in black and navy. It's a celebration, after all!

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Vibes of the reception venue: Castle Unicorn is open-air, on 400 acres of private land. It's really everything an Iowa castle has to offer (take that as you will).

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Terrain/weather: There will be a gravel parking lot as you arrive at the venue, and then you will be shuttled to an area with pavement, green space, and reflection ponds. It may be chilly in late October, so consider bringing a jacket.

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Ideas for men:

Dress pants and a button-down shirt, blazer and tie optional. If you're looking for color suggestions, light blues, beiges, and sage/olive greens are welcome. Lace-up dress shoes, loafers, and oxfords are great shoe options.

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Ideas for women:

Knee-length, tea-length, or midi dress; a suit or jumper is welcome, too! Opt for dressy flats or heels that won't sink into the grass. Please avoid burgundy/merlot/wine/maroon (so many names for the same color family...) as the bridesmaids will be wearing that color.

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What color will the wedding party be wearing?

The bridesmaids will be in merlot (dark red) and the groomsmen will be in black and white. Please avoid wearing satin dark red if possible -- unless you want to be asked to give a speech. ;)