Brides name: Jessica Leach
Date of Wedding: May 24, 2014
How they met: We were friends for about a yearbut then he changed my tire and I thought that maybe we should be more than friends! How he proposed: He sent me on a scavenger hunt through Champaign to meaningful places for usour first date spot (El Toro), where he changed my tire (Rocks), and our local hangout (Tumble Inn)where I was met with friendly faces and clues to get to my next destination. At the final stop (TI), he met me in the parking lot, got down on one knee, and asked me to be his wife! After I said Yes! and he spun me around, he took me inside to see that about 50 of our closest friends and family were there to celebrate with us! Wedding colors: Red, Gold & Black How many bridesmaids: 1 MOH, 7 Bridesmaids, 3 Bridesmen Theme of Wedding (if you have one): Classic/Elegant Wedding Venues: The Sunken Garden at Allerton Park (ceremony) & Orpheum Theater (reception) Why you chose to shop at Michelles Bridal: I have been shopping at Michelles since I was 17 when I bought my first prom dress! And, I have bought several formal and bridesmaid dresses at Michelles since that time! It has never felt like I am going in to meet with consultants, but to catch up with friends that I havent seen in awhile. The ladies at Michelles are fabulous at what they do! They make each bride feel special and help her find the perfect dress, accessories, bridesmaid dresses, and tuxes! I never thought about shopping anywhere else for my BIG DAY!!! Part of your wedding you are most looking forward to: I cant wait to be Austins wife. And, I cant wait for the receptionI love celebrations, and this should be a GREAT one! Where you are going on your honeymoon: Well, we are taking tworight after the weddings, we are going to Charleston, South Carolina for a 5-day getaway. Then, as a wedding gift from great friends, we are going to Australia for 3 weeks in November!