The Proposal Story: Jennifer and Matthew met at the University of Illinois when she was set up with Matthew as a date for a sorority event, which Jennifer cancelled, but later was introduced to him as "the guy you were supposed to go out with." Multiple friends take credit for the set up! Fast forward a little more than 5 years, to December 23, 2012. Matthew knows Christmas season is Jennifer's favorite time of the year. He planned an entire day downtown and when they were bundled up and walking to dinner through her favorite garden in Lincoln Park, Matthew stopped in the middle of the garden, got down on one knee and proposed. He surprised her with a beautiful ring he designed himself. When they finally made it to the restaurant, Matthew pulled off the second big surprise of the night and had both of their families waiting for us there to celebrate.
The Wedding Day: Jennifer got ready at her parents house, where she shared some beautiful moments with her friends and family before hopping on the trolly to St. Raymond de Penafort to marry Matthew. Her beautiful makeup was done by Jaime Abraham, her dress designer was Enzoani, and florals by Ashland Addison Florist. The guys arrived at the church by trolley before the girls, and shared some laughs and shot some hoops before the ceremony. The couple shared a touching ceremony, with many happy tears. Following the marriage ceremony we headed straight to Chevy Chase Country Club for photos on the grounds. The highlights of the reception included some great speeches and a lot of dancing. The pretty cake was by Sweet Whimsy Pastry Shoppe.
Congratulations Jennifer and Matthew!
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