They met at the start to their freshman year at Washington State University, reconnected at church and have let love lead them ever since. Although doctorate studies have since taken Matthew and Grace to North Carolina, they flew back to their home state to share their wedding day with family and friends.

From the way this groom closed his eyes amidst every long embrace to how the bride kept family heirlooms and the sweetest reminders of love in her gown pockets, it was like something out of a fairytale!

Here are a few more favorites from it all:
The bride’s veil was sewn by her nana, whose lovely handwriting also graced the marriage certificate
WSU’s fight song led us into dinner
The couple shared an impromptu first dance between only each other just outside their reception tent
A sister’s toast to the newlyweds ending in, “It’s not happily ever after, rather once upon a time…”
How the bride’s favorite verse rang true in every endearing glance and soft touch of his hand in hers

Venue: St. Charles Borromeo & Chambers Bay
Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas
Bride’s Dress: David’s Bridal
Designer: Oleg Cassini
Bride’s Shoes: Adrianna Papell
Veil: Custom made by the bride’s nana
Heirlooms: Mother’s pearl necklace, blue handkerchief embroidered by the bride’s great grandma & rosary from the groom’s grandma
Hair: Renee Crawford of Brassfield’s Salon
Makeup: Brassfield’s Salon
Bridesmaid Dresses: David’s Bridal
Suits: Mens Wearhouse
Rings: Sam Dial Jewelers
Florals: Blitz & Co.
Reception Decor: American Party Place
DJ: Digital Hitz
Cake: Corina Bakery
Caterer: Chambers Bay