Together with their families

Mason & Chris Wedding

Saturday, December 4, 2027 · Brighton Abbey · Aubrey, Texas
Edward Mason and Christopher Whitaker together

An Evening in Black, Ivory & Gold

After seven years, one very well-timed message, and a home built together, Mason and Chris are getting married — and they would love for you to be in the room when it happens.

Expect candlelight, a proper dinner, a dance floor that stays busy, and the people who have been part of their story from the beginning. Everything you need for the day is on this page.

A Day Made for Love

Be Our GuestThe Celebration

Join Mason and Chris as they begin their next chapter, surrounded by the family and friends who helped shape their story.

Date

12.04.2027

Saturday

Ceremony

5:00 PM

Doors close at 4:45 PM

Reception

6:00 PM

Dinner & dancing

RSVP By

10.30.2027

Saturday

Saturday, December 4

How the Evening UnfoldsSchedule

Everything happens at Brighton Abbey — no travel between the ceremony and the reception.

  1. 4:15 PM

    Doors Open

    Arrive, find your seat, say hello.

  2. 4:45 PM

    Doors Close

    Please be seated by this time.

  3. 5:00 PM

    Ceremony

    Including the lighting of the candles.

  4. 5:30 PM

    Cocktail Hour

    Drinks and photographs.

  5. 6:00 PM

    Reception & Dinner

    Buffet dinner catered by Chef Destini, then dancing.

  6. 11:00 PM

    Exit

    The send-off. Thank you for celebrating with us.

Please arrive by 4:30 PM. The doors close at 4:45 PM so the ceremony can begin promptly at 5:00 PM. Guests who arrive after the doors close will be seated at the first natural pause.

Mason and Chris smiling together
Mason and Chris together Mason and Chris together

Our Love Story

Have you ever met someone and only later realized they were the one your heart had been waiting for all along?

For Chris and Mason, that discovery began with a simple message on Tinder on December 8, 2020 — a spark neither expected but one that felt quietly inevitable. Their first date, on January 5, 2021, at Pappadeaux on Oak Lawn, unfolded like a perfect scene: laughter, conversation, and a sense that neither wanted the night to end. So it didn’t — they wandered to Tap House, a now-closed little corner of the city that will forever be part of their story. Soon, late-night FaceTime calls became a ritual, each one drawing them closer across the miles.

By January 31, 2021, Mason was done with waiting. He skipped the small talk and asked Chris to be his one and only. Chris said yes, and their life together quietly began.

On their first road trip together, a secret surfaced: Mason had actually reached out first on another app years earlier, though Chris had ignored the message. Chris laughed and admitted, “Honestly… it was the star earrings you wore that turned me off at first.” And yet, here they were — two hearts in the right place at the right time, finally meeting exactly when they were meant to.

They moved in together, bought their first home, and on December 13, 2025, Mason asked Chris to marry him. Chris said yes. Today, their love continues to grow through laughter, quiet moments, and perfectly timed adventures — a story still unfolding, full of courage, joy, and maybe just a few questionable earrings.

Two hearts in the right place at the right time.
Brighton Abbey wedding venue in Aubrey, Texas

The Venue

Brighton Abbey

1720 Dr. Sanders Road
Aubrey, Texas 76227

Ceremony and reception are both held on site, with free parking available. Aubrey sits about 45 minutes north of Dallas, so allow extra time for evening traffic.

The Celebration

Doors close: 4:45 PM

Ceremony: 5:00 PM

Reception: 6:00 PM

RSVP by: Saturday, October 30, 2027

Go to RSVP
For Guests Travelling In

Rest EasyTravel & Stay

Room blocks have been reserved at the rates below. Book before the cut-off date to receive the group rate.

Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Frisco

Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Frisco

4884 Main St, Frisco, TX 75033
Rate
$199.00 per night
Check-in
Friday, December 3, 2027
Check-out
Saturday, December 4, 2027
Book by
Wednesday, November 3, 2027
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Best Western Plus Lake Dallas Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Lake Dallas Inn & Suites

305 Swisher Rd, Lake Dallas, TX 75065
Rate
To be confirmed
Book by
To be confirmed

The booking link for this block is being finalized and will appear here shortly.

Getting There

Driving, parking and rideshare

Parking
Free on-site
From Dallas
About 45 minutes
From DFW Airport
About 50 minutes
Rideshare
Uber & Lyft available

Rideshare does serve Aubrey, but wait times run longer than in the city. If you plan to ride home at the end of the night, schedule your return trip in advance.

With Thanks

If You WishRegistry

Your presence is the gift. For anyone who would like to give something more, Mason and Chris have registered here.

Crate & Barrel

Pieces for the home they are building together — kitchen, table and everyday things.

View Registry

Honeyfund

Contribute toward the honeymoon and the adventures that come after the wedding day.

View Honeyfund

Gifts can be sent directly to the couple ahead of the wedding, which saves carrying anything on the day.

Kindly Respond

Be Our Guest RSVP

Kindly reply by Saturday, October 30, 2027

Good to Know

You AskedFAQ

The questions guests ask most. If yours is not here, email hello@rubanbleuevents.com.

What is the dress code?

Semi-Formal to Formal. Think elegant evening — the kind of outfit you would wear to a nice dinner or a gala. Black tie is welcome but not expected. The couple’s colors are black, ivory and gold, so lean into them if you would like.

Formal

  • Tuxedo or dark three-piece suit
  • Floor-length gown
  • Dressy jumpsuit with heels

Semi-Formal

  • Dark suit with a tie
  • Cocktail or midi dress
  • Elevated separates with dress shoes

Please Skip

  • Denim, shorts or athletic wear
  • Casual sneakers or sandals
  • Full white or ivory looks — those are for the grooms
Example of formal wedding guest attire
Formal
Example of semi-formal wedding guest attire
Semi-Formal

One practical note: this is a December evening in North Texas, and the walk from the car can be cold. A wrap or overcoat is a good idea.

May I bring a guest?

Brighton Abbey seats a set number of guests, so Mason and Chris have reserved every seat by name.

Your invitation lists everyone we have saved a seat for. Spouses, fiancés and long-term partners have been invited by name and will appear on your invitation and in your RSVP. If an additional guest is not listed, we are not able to accommodate one — not for lack of wanting to, but because the room is full.

If you are unsure who is included in your invitation, email hello@rubanbleuevents.com and we will happily confirm.

Are children invited?

We adore your little ones, but this will be an adults-only celebration. We hope this gives you an evening off to relax and enjoy yourselves.

If you are traveling in and need a recommendation for childcare, let us know and we will help you find something.

What time should I arrive?

Doors open at 4:15 PM. Please plan to be seated by 4:30 PM.

The doors close at 4:45 PM and the ceremony begins at 5:00 PM. If you arrive after the doors close, a coordinator will seat you at the first natural pause so the ceremony is not interrupted.

How do I get there, and where do I park?

Brighton Abbey is at 1720 Dr. Sanders Road, Aubrey, Texas 76227, roughly 45 minutes north of Dallas and 50 minutes from DFW Airport. Parking is free and on site.

Uber and Lyft do serve the Aubrey area, though wait times run longer than they do in the city, especially late at night. If you plan to ride home, schedule your return trip ahead of time rather than requesting one at the end of the evening.

See Travel & Stay for hotel room blocks.

Where should I stay?

Room blocks have been reserved for wedding guests at group rates. Details and booking links are in the Travel & Stay section. Please book before the cut-off date — rooms released after that are charged at the standard rate.

Is there a registry?

Yes — Mason and Chris are registered at Crate & Barrel and have a Honeyfund for the honeymoon. Both are linked in the Registry section.

Your presence is genuinely the gift. Anything else is a bonus.

What will dinner be like?

Dinner is a served buffet catered by Chef Destini, followed by cake and dancing.

Please tell us about any food allergies or dietary restrictions when you RSVP so the kitchen can plan for you.

Is there a photo booth?

There is. A glam photo booth opens during the reception, along with a magazine-cover photo op — step in, strike a pose, and walk away on the front of your own cover.

Both stay open until the 11:00 PM exit, so there is no rush to get to them early.

Can I take photos during the ceremony?

Please put phones away for the ceremony itself and simply be present — the couple have hired a photographer and videographer to capture it.

Once the reception begins, photograph everything. There will be a photo booth, and the couple would love to see what you capture.

Who do I contact with questions?

Email hello@rubanbleuevents.com and the planning team at Ruban Bleu Weddings & Events will help. Please reach out to them rather than the couple in the final weeks — they will have plenty on.