Mario and I met while we were both visiting Atlanta, Georgia. He was down there for his best friend’s bachelor weekend, and I was down for a friend’s bachelorette weekend as well. As I was leaving out of a club, we crossed paths, talked, and exchanged numbers. My group’s party bus went down, so I sent him a text to let him know. He had invited the girls and me back to party with them. It just so happens we were both from Cincinnati as well, so once we returned, we began dating and have been together ever since. In August of 2019, we decided to purchase our first home together. Since his birthday was 9/13, we decided to have a housewarming/ birthday party for him all in one on 9/14.
We had family and friends from out of town and all of the closest people to us present. After my father led us all in prayer, Mario thanked our guests and then got on one knee to ask for my hand in marriage! Of course, I said YES!
Our wedding was a ceremony only due to COVID-19. We still had well over 200 guests attend our union. Everything was beautiful and turned out perfect. The elegance of the venue made everything simply great and I would not change anything. Our ceremony was personal for us both, and we even wrote our own vows. Next year we will be celebrating the first anniversary with our family and friends to join us! Plus, I’ll get to wear my dress again!
My mom and sisters joined me in visiting Bridal and Formal.
It was a great experience. I had made an appointment and were ready for me with a consultant to get the ball rolling. While waiting for the arrival of my dress, they were sure to keep me updated when I called to make payments. The overall customer service was excellent all around.
Bobbi was amazing. I had an idea but was not sure about what I wanted. I tried on so many dresses, and she was determined to help me find the one. After each critique about a dress, she took it and then came back with another. Finally, she helped me find the perfect dress along with my veil and headpiece. I can’t thank her enough for her patience in the process.
Wedding Location – Cincinnati, OH
Ceremony & Reception Location – Bell Event Center
Bridal Gown – Mori Lee, style 8118
Sleeves – Watters. style Keane Straps
Veil – Bel Aire Bridal, style V7304C
Headpice – Bel Aire Bridal, style 2026
Photography – YH IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHY
Tuxedos – Gentleman’s Guru
Floral – Forever Bouquet Sola Wood Flowers