Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

One day, Micaela met some friends for drinks, never imagining that it would be the day she met her future husband for the first time.That day, she and Sam were introduced briefly, exchanging only a few words before going their separate ways. At the time, it felt like nothing more than a passing moment.But over the next year, their paths kept crossing. Time and time again, they would run into each other—each encounter bringing longer conversations, easier laughter, and a growing sense that something special was unfolding.Then came one Friday night at happy hour. By chance, they found themselves in the same place once again, but this time, things were different. With a little encouragement from Micaela’s best friend—who invited Sam to join them for an upcoming baseball game—the two spent the evening talking, laughing, and truly getting to know one another.From that night on, everything seemed to fall into place. Just a few weeks later, they were officially dating, turning what had once been chance encounters into something intentional and meaningful.A year and a half later, Sam asked Micaela to spend forever with him—and she said yes.What began as a simple night out and a series of unexpected run-ins became a love story built on timing, connection, and a little bit of fate.

From chance encounters to forever

Our Story

Photos

Brooke Voorhees

Julian Abrego

Lanie Alaniz-Villarreal

Joseph Villarreal

Julianna Alcala

Michael Vorderkunz

Julisa Andrade

Aaron Short

Maggie Murray

Josiah Villarreal

Wedding Party

A semi-formal wedding strikes a balance between elegance and relaxed charm. Guests are typically dressed in polished but not overly formal attire—think cocktail dresses, midi or maxi dresses, or dressy skirts for women, and suits, blazers, or dress shirts with slacks for men (ties optional). The atmosphere is refined yet comfortable, often featuring tasteful décor, soft lighting, and a mix of classic and modern elements.

Dress Code

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