You're invited to celebrate
October 23, 2026
Airlie · Warrenton, Virginia
Our Story
We met on the dance floor the first night of college; Elliot's takeaway was simple: that girl can dance. What followed was a year of crossing paths — a shared class, the same dorm, some personal coding lessons, and a bit of harmless flirtation — until friendship tipped into something more.
After college and two years of long distance between Texas and New York, we finally landed together in Pittsburgh for Alex's PhD program — a career move she never would have pursued without Elliot encouraging her every step of the way.
After a couple more years of laughter, cozy nights at home, numerous foster animals, and a move to Maryland for a new job, Elliot asked Alex to marry him in their first home, back in Pittsburgh, on a return trip for our 10-year anniversary (which was against the rule of "no proposing on a day that already means something to us").
Here we are eleven years in, and more than a handful of life-changing decisions later, we're still the same two people who met on a dance floor, just a whole lot more certain of what we found there. Now we get to say "I do," surrounded by everyone who watched us grow into the life we've built together.
we can't wait to see you there
Schedule
A casual welcome night on Thursday, the wedding on Friday, and a whole lot of joy in between.
Thursday, October 22nd
For those arriving on Thursday, we'd love to kick things off together. Drinks and snacks at a spot we'll share soon — nothing fancy, just a chance to settle in, say hello, and start the weekend the right way.
Friday, October 23rd
An afternoon ceremony by the pond, a celebration that runs late into the night. Here's the rhythm of the day.
Dress Code
Bring out the formalwear, but pick the version you can move in. Garden party meets evening soirée.
Good to Know
Grass-friendly shoes are a smart call. As Airlie in October has a way of turning crisp, a warmer layer won't go amiss.
Travel & Stay
Airlie is tucked into the rolling hills of Virginia wine country, about an hour west of D.C. via I-66.
room block #1
Wake up surrounded by the rolling hills, walk to everything, and roll right into Friday morning. Limited rooms — first come, first served.
Block closes September 20, 2026
Book at Airlie →Booking tip: set your checkout to 10/24. The calendar marks the 24th with an “X,” but you can still select it.
room block #2
We've reserved a block of rooms at the Hampton Inn & Suites Warrenton. Use the booking link below — it applies our group rate automatically. A Friday shuttle runs between the hotel and the venue.
Block closes September 20, 2026
Book the room block →Dulles · IAD
About 40 minutes from Warrenton — the closest airport and the easiest drive.
Reagan · DCA
About 60 minutes from Warrenton — traffic-prone, especially at rush hour.
we'd love to hear from you
Kindly respond by September 15, 2026
Enter your name and we'll walk you through responding to the welcome night and the wedding. Takes less than a minute.
By Our Side
The people standing with us — and the ones who've been standing with us for years.
Alex's Side
Matron of Honor
Maid of Honor
Bridesmaid
Bridesmaid
Elliot's Side
Co-Best Man
Co-Best Man
Groomsman
Your presence is the only present we need. Truly. But if you'd like to help us start this next chapter, we've put together a registry.
Good to Know
A few things guests often ask. Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out any time — we're always happy to help.
We adore your little ones — we truly do — but we've chosen to make our wedding an adults-only celebration, so everyone can kick back, sip, and dance without a curfew. We hope you'll take it as a rare night off and celebrate right alongside us.
Formal, but danceable — garden party meets evening soirée. Bring out the good stuff, but pick the version you can move in. The ceremony and cocktail hour are on grass, so steer clear of thin heels, and an October evening at Airlie can turn crisp — a warm layer is a smart call.
The ceremony and cocktail hour are outdoors in Airlie's gardens; dinner and dancing move indoors. We'll be watching the forecast and have a comfortable backup plan if the weather doesn't cooperate.
We've reserved room blocks at Airlie (right on the property) and the Hampton Inn & Suites Warrenton. Both blocks close September 20, 2026. Book through the links in the Travel section — they apply our group rate for you.
A shuttle will run between the Hampton Inn and Airlie on Friday — pickup and return times are coming soon. If you're staying at Airlie, everything is a short walk, and there's parking on-site at the venue if you'd rather drive.
Please plan to arrive by 3:40 PM on Friday so you're settled before the ceremony begins at 4:00. The full run of the day is in the Schedule.
Your RSVP will show exactly who's included in your invitation — when you look up your name to respond, any guest we've saved a seat for will be right there. If something looks off, just reach out and we'll sort it.
Kindly respond by September 15, 2026 — you can do it right here on this site. The sooner we hear from you, the better we can plan.