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Ashton & Ephraim || Bell Manor

The Proposal

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Ashton & Ephraim

My husband and I met on the internet, as many people do nowadays, via a dating app; we were both on the app as a joke among our friend circles, but fortunately, we found each other, and the rest, as they say, is history. The next thing I knew, he was on one knee on The Brooklyn Bridge while we were visiting New York City (our new home as of summer 2022), and we were married one year later!

The Wedding

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Ashton & Ephraim

Our wedding day was fantastic, but doesn’t everyone say that? My bridesmaids and I awoke early and drove slowly to the location. We weren’t in a rush because our ceremony was in the evening. My bridesmaids were my closest pals because I didn’t have sisters or relatives my age growing up! We made time for a nutritious breakfast, some self-care, and prayer/meditation before the busyness of the day began. When we arrived at the venue, we went to hair and makeup and took first-look photos. 
I will never forget the looks on all of my loved ones’ faces when they saw I’ll never forget the smiles on everyone’s faces when they saw me for the first time in my dream gown; I did three first looks. One for my bridesmaids, one for my father and brother, and one for my darling Groom. Although they were all precious, I preferred the first look with my future husband. It was amazing because not only was my gown everything I had imagined for myself as a bride, but it was also everything he had imagined for his bride one day. We started the ceremony shortly after that. 
Walking down the aisle with my father, I was surrounded by our family and closest friends, but all I could see was my darling Groom – soon to be HUSBAND! My favorite part of the day was hearing our officiant and Pastor, Pastor Alex, pronounce us Mr. and Mrs.! We were now one, so there was no excuse not to dance the night away, culminating in a firework display and sparkler exit. So many fantasies came true on the same day; I was carried away into this new union by my dream spouse in my dream gown. 

Ashton’s

Bridal & Formal

Experience

My mother, best friend, and cousins all found their wedding gowns at Bridal and Formal, so when my now husband proposed, it was as if I knew I’d also find my gown there. The Bridal and Formal team truly allowed me to experience everything a Bride could ever want in my search for the ideal dress. I felt tremendously supported and left that day feeling like the most gorgeous bride! I would do it all over for my experience with Bridal and Formal.

Sandra and I met two years ago when my best friend and I went shopping for her gown! She let me show her my taste and what I was thinking, but she also gave me some suggestions based on my energy and vibe. We all liked how supportive and honest she was while still willing to sit down with me and listen to what I wanted.

Wedding Location – Chillicothe, OH
Ceremony & Reception Location – Bell Manor
Bridal Gown – Beautiful by Enzoani, style BT20-05
Bridal Veil – Bel Aire Bridal, style V7591C
Bridal Earrings – Bel Aire Bridal, style EA291
Photography – The Megara Collective
Cake – High Five Cakes
Catering – Elegant Eats Catering