If you’re arriving early, join us on Friday evening from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at The Lautner Compound, 67710 San Antonio Street, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. We’ll be welcoming guests with beer, wine, and light bites — including assorted cheeses, charcuterie, and handheld sandwiches. A casual chance to relax, mingle, and kick off the weekend together.

We will come up with a selection of activities and things to do during the day on Saturday and post about this later, we love you all, and can’t wait to enjoy the high desert with you!

Think formal, but make it desert-friendly. We’d love our guests to choose lightweight, breathable fabrics that look polished but keep you cool in the warm desert air. We recommend linen, cotton, or other airy materials in suits, dresses, or coordinated separates. While the wedding is in the evening, late September in Desert Hot Springs can still be warm during the day, so comfort and ventilation are key. Dress to impress, but feel free to skip heavy layers so you can enjoy the celebration in style and comfort. And one more thing — this is a no-stress, no-faux-pas celebration. If you feel like wearing white, go for it! It’s not only allowed, it’s welcome!