Many couples like to set up Wedding websites, to give their guests info about their upcoming nuptials. Weddingwire has a great system that is easy to use and will have easy links to Deity info and reviews. Weddingwire Wedding Websites can be found here, and Deity’s Profile is here.
What do we put for a start time on our invitations?
Put your start time on your invitations as your contract states, but expect your ceremony or reception to start about a half an hour after that. You cannot change or move up the start time with explicit signed approval from your event coordinator. Timing at Deity is crucial in order for our staff to give you the best service possible.
*Please notify your guests will not be allowed to enter the venue until the official start time, no exceptions.
How far in advance of the Wedding should we ask my guests to RSVP?
We need the final RSVP number at least three weeks in advance of the wedding. It is typical for couples to ask for their guests to RSVP no later than 6 weeks before the wedding. Deity requires final headcount 3 weeks before the Wedding.
Does Deity recommend a hotel in the area for our out-of-town guests?
There are currently six hotels walking distance from our venue from which to choose. They are: The Nu Hotel. The Brooklyn Sheraton Hotel. The Brooklyn Aloft Hotel. The Hotel Indigo Brooklyn. The Holiday Inn Brooklyn Downtown. Even Hotel Downtown Brooklyn. Two other luxury hotel are currently under construction less then two blocks distance from our location. One, the Brooklyn Downtown Hilton is scheduled to open October 18, 2016.
Does Deity provide directions cards?
We do not have printed direction cards. However here is a handy link that can provide guests with Google map and mass transit information.
How does Deity handle early access for us, the couple or for our Bridal party and immediate family?
Your contract and your Coordinator will let you know how early you can arrive at the venue. You, your Bridal party and immediate family only will be allowed access to Deity before the start time of your Wedding for no additional charge. This is an opportunity for you to relax and get ready.
If you want to take advantage of this, please let your Coordinator know during your planning meeting and provide them a list of names of all those coming early.
How does Deity handle any guests that arrive early?
We are here to provide you with excellent service on the day of your Wedding. That said, we need all of the allotted set up time for our staff to be totally prepared for you and your guests. Because of this, we must insist that no guests are allowed access to Deity until your stated contract start time. No Exceptions.
There are many coffee shops and restaurants in the area that we be pleased to have your guests. Here is a short list of places in walking distance that they can be directed:
Livingston Manor– Rustic bar offering wine, crafted cocktails, charcuterie.
French Louie– A French-American restaurant and cafe in Brooklyn.
Building on Bond– Open daily for breakfast, lunch dinner and drinks.
We are planning on providing favors for our guests, how does Deity handle this?
Let us take care of this for you. Just bring the favors to the venue the day of the event and our doorman will hand out the favors as your guest depart, thanking them for attending.
Candles, chocolates, and other treats make fabulous favors. However, we do not allow liquor or liqueur favors. It is against NY law for us to serve alcohol not purchased through Deity.
