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Our Wedding

Nick and Daphne met five years ago during a late-night shift at work. Daphne, unaware that Nick was an employee—having just moved to town—gave him a weird look as he was clocking in. When she saw his face fully, she fell in love at first sight and screamed to her coworkers, "THAT'S A BEAUTIFUL MAN!"—all within earshot of Nick. For the next two years, they remained friends. Then on May 13, 2022, they started dating. Their love for each other grew stronger daily till February 24, 2024. Daphne thought they were just seeing friends, unknowing that Nick was preparing to propose. During a brief moment of obliviousness, Nick kept getting down on his knee that had a very fresh and sore tattoo. Daphne was then told to turn around by friends. As she turned around, she saw Nick down on his knee and a ring in his hand. This moment made her cry hysterically with tears of joy and of course...she said yes!

Our Love Story

Our Story

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Meet our wedding party!

Here's what our wedding party had to say when describing their friendship with the bride & groom.

"Nicky & I met when we were both one. We've been best friends through out the years. When he moved to Florida, it was bittersweet, but we still kept in touch. He killed sixteen Czechoslovakians. Guy was an interior decorator. Once I met Daphne, I knew she was perfect for him. She can match his crazy energy perfectly. I love you both & I must be loyal to my Capo." 

Joey Cesarani

"When we first met in college, we didn't like each other at first. Only to find out we had things in common which let us to becoming best friends. We've been through ups  & downs, but no matter what,we always stayed close. We're always doing things we find funny even though everyone else looks at us weird when we're together & we'll always be there for each other."

Adrianna Skaggs

"Nick is my closest friend since 2005 & we have many memories together. Even though we don't chat all the time, any time we are able to, we could talk about literally anything for as long as time permits us whether it's five minutes or five hours. He's my inspiration for creative projects & I love him as if he was my own brother."

Ruhon Shepard

Rebekah Amicarelle

"We've known each out since 2003. We were always around each other & I consider him my brother from another mother."

Andre Richards

"Daphne & i met having fun, like we always do. We're a tiny dynamic duo who can have fun anytime of the day or night. We bonded screaming our hearts out at emo nite & the rest is history! Been besties since!"

Mady Hickman

"He's my white brother a.k.a Thick Nick. Put him in the line up & we always pick Nick. Overall a good guy even though he bullied me at first, but now he gets bullied & we're like brothers. From thugs to nerds." 

Trey Chance

"When I first met Daphne at work, I thought she was stuck up & mean & vise versa. Eventually we became best friends & bonded over our love for emo music, art, & singing."

Misha Nicole

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Q + A

The Aloft Hotel offers complimentary airport transportation, but doesnt provide transportation to &amp; from the venue. If you have pets &amp; youre not able to make accommodations for them, Aloft lets your pets stay for free. The Aloft is twenty to twenty-five minute drive to &amp; from the venue (possibly more depending on traffic.)

Aloft Jacksonville Airport

Travel

Coming from out of town? We've provided a list of things you can do while you're here!

Like to go shopping? Check out the St. Johns Town Center. This upscale open-air mall has over 175 restaurants &amp; retailers including The Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang's Lush, Sephora, Banana Republic, Tiffany &amp; Co. and so much more!

St Johns Town Center

If you like to golf, then you should check out TopGolf while you're here. Food &amp; drink menu is provided. They do take walk-ins, however, wait times can be long so it's easier if you reserve online.

Topgolf Jacksonville

Know for it's Spanish colonial architecture. St. Augustine is one of the oldest cities in the U.S. There are numerous things you can do while site seeing here. From going to museums, shopping, visiting the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, etc. Depending on where you'll be staying at in Jacksonville. St. Augustine ranges from 30 to a little over 50 miles away from Jacksonville, so if you plan on visiting St. Augustine, make it a day trip.

St. Augustine Premium Outlets

Believe it or not. Jacksonville is still warm in October, so why not visit the beach while you're here. Jacksonville Beach has multiple restaurants &amp; bars that you can check out as well.

Daphne & Nicholas

Daphne & Nicholas

D&N

Wedding Day

4:00 PM

Ceremony

6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Reception