FAQ



What is the Dress Code?

— Formal Attire —

Spring & Summer Colors Encouraged

To enhance the elegance of their special day, the bride and groom kindly request that guests wear formal attire.

~Ladies~

Dresses & Gowns, or Fancy cocktail dresses

~Gentlemen~

Suit & ties

———Ceremony will be held in a Catholic Church———

What NOT to wear

Leave jeans & casual wear at home.

No White, Ivory, or Champagne colors.

What is the order of events?

Ceremony:

1:00 PM

Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres:

3:00 PM

Dinner & Dancing

Following Cocktail Hour

Are Kids Welcome?

Only formally invited kids from the Caper & Olbes family are welcome.

Please leave your little ones at home & enjoy a dazzling night under the stars with us.

When is the RSVP deadline?

April 21, 2024

What if I don’t RSVP in time?

If we do not receive an RSVP by the date which we have provided, it will be marked ‘No.’ We will miss you celebrating with us, however, we have to provide total guest count to the venue in a timely manner, Due to this we cannot accept late RSVP’s, we hope that you understand. If you RSVP ‘Yes’ & do not show up, Calvin will happily send you an invoice ;)

What if I can’t make it?

Your presence will surely be missed. Please RSVP “Regretfully Decline.”

If you have RSVP’d ‘Yes, attending”, but find that you can no longer make it:

please notify— Christine 661-433-0111

Is there Parking?

There is limited Parking at Ceremony & Reception

If possible, We ask that some guests Please organize to share a ride with close friends & family, or schedule ride share services to minimize the amount of cars.

Valet will be provided at the Reception for your convenience

Is the ceremony & reception indoor or outdoors?

Ceremony: indoors at Catholic Church.

Cocktail Hour & Dinner : outdoors

Dancing : indoors

Where should we stay?

For those who wish to stay before/after festivities, we recommend hotels in Pasadena

(Located about 20 minutes from our venue)

Please visit our “Stay” Page for more Accommodation details

What will the weather be like?

Alhambra’s spring weather is typically High 70’s & Low 60’s

Can I bring a Date?

Due to limited space, we’re only able to accomodate those guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you received a plus one they will appear under your name when you RSVP. Thank you for understanding!

What are the Addresses?

CEREMONY @ Holy Family Catholic Church

1501 Fremont Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030

St. Joseph Center - PARKING FOR CEREMONY

1520 Fremont Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030

RECEPTION @ Wrensmoor Castle

1700 Grand View Dr., Alhambra, CA 91803