The Stag - Chophouse

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Gathering

The Oakley on the Lake

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

OUR PEOPLE

BRIDAL PARTY

Randa AllenAnna TaylorRose Sudduth D'OliveDevin ImaiMorgan Mercer

GROOMSMEN

Trey HudsonThomas CarterDrew LasseterNathan HughsJack Mercer

Wedding Party

IS THERE A DRESS CODE?

We would love to see our family and friends dressed up with us! Our wedding guest dress code will be Formal attire. Gentlemen: suitLadies: floor length dress / dresses can be any colorIf you have any questions regarding attire please do not hesitate to reach out!

WHEN IS THE RSVP DEADLINE? HOW DO I RSVP?

We'd love to know if you are celebrating with us! Please RSVP by November 21st by clicking on the RSVP tab.

CAN I BRING A PLUS-ONE?

Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate 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, and please feel free to reach out with any questions. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

ARE CHILDREN INVITED?

We love your little ones! However, our wedding will be an adults-only celebration. We hope this gives you the chance to enjoy a fun night out. Thank you so much for understanding!

IS THE VENUE INDOOR OR OUTDOOR?

The ceremony and cocktail hour will be held outside. The reception will be inside.

WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?

The ceremony will begin promptly at 4:00 PM. We recommend arriving at least 10–15 minutes prior to the ceremony to allow time for parking and finding your seat, ensuring we can begin the celebration without delay.

IS THERE PARKING AT THE VENUE?

Yes, there is a parking lot at the venue to accommodate those driving to the wedding.

IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED FOR THE WEDDING DAY?

Yes. There is a shuttle that will pick up at the Marriott and go to the Oakley starting at 3:00pm. It will also run after the wedding as well to take you back to the Marriott.

Q + A

Dress Code

Transportation will be provided to and from the wedding from the Marriott. Please click the website link below to book with the room block by November 10th.

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Travel

WELCOME TO GAINESVILLE!

Breakfast and Coffee

Longstreet Cafe (closed on Sundays) - our personal favorite for breakfastStan's Biscuit ShopTupelo HoneySully's SteamersBoarding Pass CoffeeInman Perk CoffeeMeadowlark Coffee

LUNCH

Collegiate GrillAvocadosBaddies Burger HouseStandard ServiceTaqueria TsunamiMellow Mushroom

DINNER

Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse &amp; TavernCotto Modern Italian (typically need a reservation)DecoyRecess Southern Gastro-PubAtlas PizzaThe Stag ChophouseConsuelo

DRINKS

DecoyCork ItTap ItNoFo Brew Co

THINGS TO DO

Decoy - Bar, Restaurant, Golf Simulators, Duckpin Bowling, Putt Putt

Things to Do

Registry

The Bradford Pair

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The Crystal Plate

<a href="https://www.thecrystalplate.com/registry.cfm/57624/Mercer_Hudson/December-12-2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thecrystalplate.com/registry.cfm/57624/Mercer_Hudson/December-12-2026</a>

Williams Sonoma

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Crate and Barrel

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Amazon

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Etsy

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Caroline & Jake