Ella Riley-Adams and Gates McCallister first met on Hinge in the spring of 2019.
Three years later, the couple got engaged in Todos Santos, Mexico.
But it seemed safer to propose on solid ground, Gates recalls, laughing.
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I was thinking organic and romantic, she said.
To them, there was one venue that perfectly matched that description: The Prospect Park Boathouse.
She wore a quilted set by Danish cool-girl designer Cecilie Bahnsen, which she paired with Rochas heels.
They were comfortable while still feeling special.
Gates, meanwhile, opted for a classic black tux and Doc Martens oxfords.
Ellas cousin Archie officiated the wedding.
During cocktail hour, the two sought reflective solace on the porch of the Boathouse.
Guests found their table numbers on marzipan fruits made by Fortunato Brothers in Williamsburg.
I told her we wanted organic-feeling arrangements focused on local wildflowers.
I also wanted some kind of floral nod to Oregon, where I grew up, Ella says.
I sent her my parents old garden as a reference point.
Then, it was time for the croquembouche.
It felt like a fitting, festive choice.
The rest of the night was a blur of dessert and dancing.
Months later, the couple still just feels so grateful.
Outside the Manhattan Marriage Bureau on a summer Monday.
Harper, our photographer, surprised us with a bag of Sour Patch Kids.
I bought this 70s Jaeger-LeCoultre watch from the wonderful Secret Watch Shop.
