Occupations Rachel is a speech-language pathologist and business owner; Rosario is a software engineer
Wedding Date May 25, 2025
Guest Count 40ish
How You Met We met on Bumble, modern dating at its finest.
The Engagement Our engagement was a two-part love story across Europe. Rosario proposed in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and later, Rachel surprised Rosario with a second proposal in a garden in Spain. We both got to experience that once-in-a-lifetime moment, and of course, we both said yes.
Wedding Design Inspiration Inspired by Kim Kassas, Rachel’s vision was ethereal meets modern romantic whimsy. Soft, dreamy, and slightly theatrical, with an emphasis on intimacy, storytelling, and spring.
What Was Unique & Special Our wedding felt deeply personal and intentionally intimate. One of the most memorable moments was during the hora, our dog ran circles around our family and friends as they circled us, adding a playful, spontaneous energy that perfectly captured the spirit of the day.
Favorite Details The florals brought our entire vision to life, creating a romantic and immersive setting. One especially meaningful detail was Rosario gifting Rachel a music box that played “All I Ask of You” from Phantom of the Opera.
Most Unexpected Moment The speaker that was supposed to play our song “Kiss me” by Sixpence down the aisle after we said yes, didn’t work. Thank goodness for our harpist, who saved us.
Piece of Advice Celebrate everything. Touring a venue? Celebrate. Booking your DJ? Celebrate. Wedding planning can be overwhelming, but finding small moments to pause, acknowledge progress, and celebrate together makes the process more joyful and keeps you grounded in what it’s all about.
BEAUTY Klover Beauty (hair); Manic Pixie Makeup Artistry (makeup) CAKE Del Corazón Pastries CATERING Peruvian Brothers DAY-OF COORDINATOR Eternal Moment FLORAL DESIGN Ferdinand Loves Flowers HONEYMOON Italy LOCATION Cold Saturday Farm MUSIC Anastasia Pike, Harpist (ceremony); Tezrah Productions (reception) OFFICIANT Rabbi Ariel Tovlev PHOTOGRAPHY Sarah James Photography RENTALS Fox & Fern Vintage Rentals; In the Moment EDDING ATTIRE Rosario: Custom all-velvet suit designed from start to finish by Bindle & Keep (bringing a rich, tailored, and modern edge to the overall aesthetic.) Rachel: Custom made dress from Etsy seller, CaribisAtelierUA. Rachel was apart of the entire design process the whole way. Cody, the dog: Silk floral scarf from Ofrenda Studio.