"Black tie optional," means tuxedo and floor-length gown are appropriate, but they are not mandatory. "Formal attire encouraged," means sharp dark suits and floor-length dresses; a step below black tie, allowing flexibility while having an elegant, polished look. Jewel tone colors are great but please, no white dresses or suits. Keep in mind what the weather might be like mid to late October in Buffalo, NY.

How do I RSVP? Please RSVP on our Zola website by entering the name on your invitation. You can find more info about how it works on https://alaysiajordan.com/alaysia-and-kevin-rsvp Can I change my RSVP? Yes. Visit the Wedding Website: Go back to the Zola wedding website where you first RSVP'd. Re-enter Your Name: Type in your name exactly as it appeared on your invitation to find your RSVP form. Update Response: Change your "Attending" or "Not Attending" status and update any meal choices.

The RSVP page doesn't load. Please make sure you VPN is turned off when accessing our Zola website. I can't find my name on the Zola RSVP website. Refresh and re-enter Your Name: Type in your name exactly as it appeared on your invitation to find your RSVP form. Try Other Name Variations: If you are listed as "Robert," try "Bob." If you have a hyphenated name, try with and without the hyphen. Check Plus-One Status: You may not have been given a plus-one, so try searching only for your name. Contact Us: alaysiaandkevin@gmail.com

September 22nd, 2026. (1 month away from celebrating!!!) Please RSVP on our Zola website. We will do our first round of RSVP check-ins in July and our second nearing the final RSVP date. You can find more info about how it works on https://alaysiajordan.com/alaysia-and-kevin-rsvp

Unfortunately, no. September 22nd, 2026 is a firm deadline. (1 month away from celebrating!!!) If we don't receive a response by then, we'll assume that you're kindly declining.We have to turn in final numbers of guests, which impacts the quantities of food and beverage that are supplied for the event as well as the number of actual seats provided at both the ceremony and reception. If you can't make it, we hope we can celebrate with you at a later time!RSVP via our Zola website. We will do our first round of RSVP check-ins in July and our second nearing the final RSVP date.You can find more info about how it works on https://alaysiajordan.com/alaysia-and-kevin-rsvp

Wanting to keep the guest list to those who know us well and our desire to spend the day with the most special people in our lives, please refer to your RSVP account on Zola by entering your name. There, you will learn if we've been able to accommodate with a plus one or not. Our preference for plus ones are guests that are married, cohabiting, or someone that knows either the bride or groom. If you have any questions, just ask! Email alaysiaandkevin@gmail.com and someone in the bridal party will be able to check for you.

To allow all guests a night of relaxation, we have chosen for our wedding day to be an adult-only occasion with the exception of a few teenage niece and nephews.

If you are experiencing any illness or symptoms, for the health and safety of the couple and other guests we kindly ask that you celebrate with us from afar. We encourage you to prioritize your health over attendance but also consider that some guests may have underlying health conditions. Please change your RSVP and let us know if you are unable to make it!

When: Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 @ 4:00pm EST Where: Avanti Mansion: 4409 South Park Ave, Buffalo, NY 14219. Google Maps Apple Maps Accessible? Yes. Outside the building, there is a front loop (circling a fountain) where guests can be dropped off. The parking lot is a couple of feet away. Inside, the ceremony and reception are all at ground level. There are several sets of staircases, but they are to be used by the bridal party and immediate family only.

All indoors!

Yes. Avanti Mansion has a lot to accommodate all guests.

Please arrive at 4:00PM. The doors will close at 4:15PM, as the ceremony begins. Because the ceremony is the most important event of the day, those who attend will join our reception to celebrate our love and union. Keep in mind: The ceremony is during rush hour Plan for time to park, use the bathroom, get situated within the venue, etc. There may be a football game or snow which could cause delays

Yes! On the Travel & Stay page, we've listed hotels with room blocks. Please book your stay by September 21st to guarantee a room in our block. There are direct links to booking or in the case that you call, mention the "Jordan & Poles" wedding to receive the reduced rate. There is also a map with several pinned 3-star and up hotels within a 25 minute radius of Avanti Mansion in case rooms blocked are taken.

If you miss the deadline to reserve a room in our block, reach out to the hotel and mention our wedding anyway, "Jordan & Poles Wedding Room Block"—they may be able to accommodate you with our discount in a room outside of our block. If not, you can find additional nearby accommodations on our travel page.

No. We will not be providing guest transportation throughout the wedding weekend. Our ceremony and reception will take place at the same location. But if you are staying at the same hotel as others, consider carpooling, ride-sharing, or services offered from your hotel. **We will have an open bar, therefore we ask that you make wise choices when traveling back to your lodgings at the end of the night. We care about everyone having a wonderful time and making it home safely.

The Buffalo Niagara International Airport is closest to the venue and the best option. Details: Address: 4200 Genesee Street, Buffalo, NY 14225 Location: Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York Airport Code: BUF The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport is around an hour away and requires going through tolls (depending on the route you choose). This is another option. Details: Address: 1200 Brooks Ave, Rochester, NY 14624 Location: City of Rochester (Roc/Henrietta border), Monroe County, New York Airport Code: ROC

Out of respect for the bride and groom, please unplug and be present during the ceremony. There will be an opportunity to snap a photo but please do not take any pictures until the officiant announces the opportunity to. Professional photographers and videographers have been hired to capture the most important part of the day -- allow them do their job, help by keeping the aisle(s) clear to be safe, enjoy the moment, look down the aisle to see friends and family looking back, see each other's emotions, all of us smiling, feeling the love... being present. Feel free to encourage others to put their phones away as well. We'd appreciate it. ❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌ For reception, please have fun and take all the photos you'd like.

Instead of physical gifts, we have a honeymoon fund and a first home fund that guests can contribute to through Zola. See our messages about this here  https://alaysiajordan.com/alaysia-and-kevin-rsvp#registry or use the direct link to our Zola Account: www.zola.com/registry/alaysiaandkevin which allows you to connect an e-payment account like Venmo or Paypal (no fee options) or using a debit/credit card (fee option). You can also mark your cash gift as a "surprise," which would hide the amount or name until the wedding day. Additionally, we'll also have a receiving table/card box should you choose to give a physical card/envelope or you can mail a card to the address on the invitation envelope. **We ask that you not gift us gift cards, especially to big box or chain stores, as we would like to support mom and pop/small businesses instead.

Yes. We don't post on social media often but if you choose to, please tag #PolesPartyOfTwo!The day will be a whirlwind so if you kindly upload your pictures to our photo sharing app (COMING SOON) that'll give us the chance to see your candid photos!

Because the ceremony is the most important event of the day, those who attend will join our reception to celebrate our love and union.The ceremony is at 4:00PM. We recommend arriving to ensure you have enough time to walk from the parking lot, into the ceremony space to find your seat, use the bathroom, etc.Keep in mind:The ceremony is during rush hourPlan for time to park, use the bathroom, get situated within the venue, etc.There may be a football game or snow which could cause delays

Food served? We'll be serving champagne at entry, hors d'oeuvres at cocktail hour, followed by a sit-down dinner with a choice of entrée. There'll be a meat, vegetarian and gluten-free/nut-free/vegan option available. Open Bar? Yes. There'll be an open bar for guests to enjoy throughout the cocktail hour and reception, however, we do recommend bringing cash or a credit card along if you plan to attend the after-party, as drinks after the reception won't be covered. Come hungry and thirsty! Options for dietary restricted guests? Yes. Please be specific about your dietary restrictions, allergies, needs, etc. when you RSVP!

Our reception will end around 10:15PM and as of right now, there will not be an after-party.

Greg Hollar Projects Photography. https://www.instagram.com/greghollarprojects/

For the quickest response (same day) email AlaysiaAndKevin@gmail.com. For a delayed response (a day or two), text 347-915-7636. In both cases, make sure to include who you are when you reach out. We are trying to separate our personal lives from the event + not be glued to our devices, so we ask that you use these forms of contact instead of our personal numbers. We also ask that you view/search the FAQs before reaching out. We'll do our best to answer everyone's questions and we'll continue to update it as we get closer to the wedding day.