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WHEN WILL WE RECEIVE THE INVITATION?
Formal invitations for US guests will be sent out in May 2026.
Formal invitations for international guests will be sent out in early June 2026.
WHERE IS THE WEDDING?
Brave & Maiden Estate in Santa Ynez, California, located in the Santa Barbara wine country.
WHEN IS THE WEDDING WEEKEND?
Welcome Party | Friday, August 21, 2026
Wedding Day | Saturday, August 22, 2026
ARE PLUS ONES OR CHILDREN INVITED?
Your formal invitation will indicate if a plus one has been included. We kindly request an adults-only celebration and appreciate your understanding as we finalize our guest list.
WHERE SHOULD WE STAY?
We are covering all guest accommodations for the weekend. Room blocks and details will be shared closer to the date.
NEAREST AIRPORTS
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
~approx. 45 minutes away
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
~approx. 2.5 hours away
DRESS CODE
Welcome Party | Garden formal
Wedding Day | Black tie "A Vineyard Night’s Dream"
TRANSPORTATION
Shuttles will be provided between accommodations and the venue. Details to follow.
WELCOME PARTY | Garden Formal Attire
DRESSES | Formal dresses or separates in romantic silhouettes. Soft fabrics, delicate embellishment, draping, floral details, and flowing movement are encouraged. Block heels, wedges, platforms, or flats suitable for grass and gravel are recommended. Grass heel protectors will be provided.
PLEASE AVOID: casual sundresses, casual fabrics, and narrow stilettos.
SUITS | Linen or lightweight suiting in soft neutrals, muted tones, or classic darker shades are encouraged. Loafers and dress shoes are welcome, and ties are optional for an outdoor vineyard evening.
PLEASE AVOID: jeans and T-shirts.
WEDDING DAY | Black Tie Attire
A Vineyard Night's Dream
GOWNS | Floor-length gowns, formal dresses, or elegant evening separates in refined evening silhouettes. Structured shapes, sophisticated draping, elegant fabrics, embellishment, and movement are encouraged. Romantic evening tones, subtle shimmer, and floral-inspired details are welcome.
PLEASE AVOID: bright neon colors and casual fabrics.
Grass heel protectors will be provided.
TUXEDOS | Classic black tuxedos with a white dress shirt and formal shoes.
Patent leather shoes, polished dress shoes, or formal evening slippers are welcome.
PLEASE AVOID: white, velvet, or colored tuxedos.