OUR STORY
It Started on a Boat
Neither of us planned it. A fraternity brother extended an invitation, a Soror and a few line sisters said yes, and somewhere between the water and the conversation, everything changed. Ashley and Tristan met the way the best things happen unexpectedly, and all at once.
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Every Day After
From the moment we met, there was no silence between us. We talked every single day — the kind of conversations that stretch from morning into night without either of you noticing. Two weeks after that boat ride, we went on our first date, and that was it. We just knew.
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A Valentine's Day to Remember
Tristan had a plan. The universe had other ideas. On Valentine's Day 2024, a snowstorm rolled in and did its absolute best to derail everything but love is stubborn like that. Despite the weather, despite the chaos, he made it happen. Ashley said yes, and the storm became part of the story.
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And Now, We Celebrate
What started through friendship, fate, and a boat ride is becoming forever. We are so grateful to have people in our lives who have cheered us on from the beginning and we cannot wait to celebrate with every single one of you on April 11, 2027.
OUR WEDDING DAY
Dress Code
Cocktail attire is required. Think elegant, polished, and festive. We want everyone looking and feeling their best as we celebrate together.
Unplugged Ceremony
We kindly ask that all guests keep phones and cameras away during the ceremony. We have a professional photographer capturing every moment so that you can be fully present with us. Please sit back, take it all in, and trust that the photos are handled. Thank you for giving us the gift of your undivided attention.
Parking
Complimentary on-site parking is available at The Crawford. No need to worry about finding a spot, just arrive, park, and come celebrate with us.
OUR WEDDING PARTY
Meet the Bridal Party
Nia Loubeau
My middle sister, my built-in best friend, and the one who has shown up and shown out for every single moment of this journey. Nia and I have a big age gap but you would never know it because we are bonded in ways that only sisters who are also Sorors can truly understand. She has taken the lead in making sure every detail of this day is perfect and I could not imagine doing any of this without her by my side.
Sarah Loubeau
My youngest sister and honestly, my heart. Seventeen years apart means I watched her come into this world and have been cheering her on ever since. What makes us special is that despite the age gap, we are practically the same person. Same energy, same humor, same spirit. Having her stand beside me on this day means everything.
Nicole Barnes
Nicole came into my life right after she moved to Chicago and we have been inseparable ever since. Her wisdom, loyalty and love show up far beyond our years. She is the friend God designed specifically for me: the one who just gets it, gets me, and has never once let me down. I am so grateful for her.
Denzel Ero
Friends since college, we spent 6 years as roommates. From life saving adventures to accountability check-ins and now standing beside me on the most important day of my life. Some friendships are just built different, this is one of them.
Jeremiah Jenkins
My little brother, ride or die, and biggest headache. Watching you grow into the man you are has been one of my greatest joys. Having you stand beside me as I marry the love of my life makes this day even more complete.
Antwan Johnson
My brother, blood couldn’t make us closer. We have each others back to death. Thank you for standing beside me.