BRIDE OF THE MONTH
WHO:
Bride- Stephanie Marie Chambers
Groom- DaJuan Tyree Marshall
WHERE:
Ceremony location: Marott – Indianapolis, IN
Reception location: Pipers at the Marott
Honeymoon location: Gatlinburg, TN
WHEN:
Wedding date: 4/24/14
WHY:
When did you first meet?
We originally met in high school. We both attended the same high school; DaJuan was a year under Stephanie. Stephanie was the student athletic trainer working alongside the Arlington High School’s Boys track and football teams, which DaJuan Marshall participated.
Where did you first meet?
Eight years passed and they crossed paths again while DaJuan was working at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Castleton Square Mall. Stephanie persuaded DaJuan to go to lunch to catch up on old times. October 26, 2010 DaJuan took Stephanie to O’Charley’s on their first date.
The experience was captivating; full of laughs, good conversations, and a very polite debate about who was going to pick up the tab. DaJuan won and picked up the tab like a true gentleman.
When did you know you were going to marry him?
I’d say a little over two years into our relationship, I’d began thinking about my future looked like and couldn’t imagine it without DaJuan by my side.
How did he propose?
DaJuan proposed August 10, 2013 after my graduation from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, IN. DaJuan wanted to catch me at my highest moment of happiness and what better moment than after I reaped the benefits of all the hard work and sacrifice I’d put into obtaining my bachelor’s degree. DaJuan was anxious yet nervous to pop the question especially in front of an audience that included Stephanie’s Mother, Brother, Aunt and a great majority of Stephanie’s graduating class. It was a complete surprise that caught everyone off guard. After I said yes, everyone around us clapped and cheered at our moment of engagement. It’s was a day I will never forget!
Favorite thing to do together:
Our favorite thing to do is an evening of dinner and a movie whether that’s at home or a night on the town.
THE BRIDE OF THE MONTH WEDDING SCOOP
Wedding colors: Blush, Steele Grey, Silver, Ivory
Number of guests: 70
Number in wedding party: 6
Wedding Style: Traditional
Beauty style: Softly enhancing my natural beauty
Dress style: An ivory, one shoulder fit and flare from the collection of White by Vera Wang.
Most unique wedding personalization: BOGO lighting with our initials displayed on the wall and the floor.
Something you did very different: We required everyone to use the photo booth because we were using the photos as our guest book. Also, for our cocktail hour our guest played Name that Tune, Motown hits trivia to pass time while we took pictures.
Something you did very traditional: Our wedding ceremony was very traditional.
Something you would do all over again: Exchanging of our personal wedding vows.
Something you would never do again: Nothing comes to mind…
Most memorable wedding moment: Our wedding party’s toasting speeches and our first dance, it was a lot of fun!
Best wedding decision: Having an experienced and professional DJ and photographer!
Best wedding overall advice:
1. Find a moment where the Bride and Groom can take a moment after the ceremony to have time to their selves to soak it all in.
2. Carefully choose your wedding party, it is very important! You are going to need the support.
3. Understand that things don’t always work according to plan. Have some flexibility.
4. Stay in the moment…
5. Never go with your first idea in the planning process. Let it evolve!
BRIDE OF THE MONTH WEDDING VENDOR LIST:
Ceremony- The Marott
Reception- Pipers at the Marott
Dress- White by Vera Wang
Shoes- Nina Firuza Pump courtesy of DSW
Accessories- David’s Bridal, Charming Charlies
Hair- Simou Soumare
Make-up- Makeup Artistry by Kori, Lorissa Turner
Tuxedos- Steel Grey Twilight by Jean Yves courtesy of Louise’s Tux Shop
Invitations- Courtesy of Michaels
Flowers- Shadeland Flower Shop
Cake- Taylor’s Bakery
Entertainment- DJ Diamond Productions
Photographer- DeFabis Photography, Joe DeFabis
3901 Kessler Boulevard North Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46228
317-291-8111
Photo Booth – DeFabis Photo Booths
DeFabis Photo Booths
3901 Kessler Boulevard North Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46228
317-291-8111
Wedding Planner- Allie Amos
Many Thanks to our Bride of the Month, Stephanie! Happily Ever After to you and DaJaun!
Are you a Future Bride of the Month? E-Mail Me if you would like to be featured as an Circle City Bride Magazine Bride of the Month!
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