Robert Hicks
Brielle Engebretson
Robert Hicks
Brielle Engebretson
April 11, 2026
How we met.
Brielle and Robert first met when they were 15 and 14. They were in the Marching Band at Poquoson High School together at the time, they had mutual friends but were not as inseparable as they are now. On the Spring band trip, they went from acquaintances to enemies as Robert "accidently" stepped on Brielle's head on the way to the bathroom on the bus. Fast forward a few years later, to when they are 17 and 16, beginning their Senior and Junior years of high school. Coming back to band camp after a full year off from Covid. They had both grown over that time, and began to connect. That all came to a halt when Brielle asked Robert out on a date, and he said no... But he came to his senses eventually, going on their first date to see a scary movie (which he hated, but did it to get the girl). Robert officially asked Brielle to be his girlfriend at Christmas Town at Busch Gardens, and the rest is history.
Schedule
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Ceremony and Reception
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
8109 Yacht Haven Rd, Gloucester Point, VA 23062
Garden Attire: Wear sundresses, floral prints, suits in lighter hues, we encourage bright and festive colors!
We are so excited to be celebrating with all of you! The Ceremony will be outdoors, with an indoor reception all at the same location. We will be serving dinner banquet style. There is a cash bar, so be sure to come with bills to tip the bartender!
Registry
Target
Amazon
Wedding Party
Emma Hall
Matron of Honor
Emma and Brielle wound up working together in a Veterinary Hospital starting in 2023. Brielle watched Emma grow in confidence while working in a new field, and gave her a hard time as much as possible. The two pushed each other to be better every day, often arguing like sisters in the process. Emma and her husband, Ashton, got married on Brielle's 20th birthday, so its only obvious that Brielle and Robert get married 2 days before Emma's.
Christopher Hicks
Best Man
Christopher and Robert have grown up together for, well, Christopher's whole life. Being Roberts little brother was not easy, he had to tolerate Thomas the Train, hearing about roller coasters, and seeing Robert go through his phase of not wanting to wear pants. As the two have grown, they have become even closer. Christopher has been calling Brielle his Sister-in-Law for years now. They couldn't celebrate without him.
Matthew Pridemore
Man of Honor
Matthew and Brielle met in 2018 when they were both in high school together in Louisville, Kentucky. They have continued to be friends throughout the passing years, and Matthew met Robert when he drove to Virginia for Brielle's graduation party in 2022. The three of them enjoy spending time on the computer playing videogames and chatting together.
Ashby Ambrose
Best Woman
Ashby and Robert grew up like siblings. In a very large family with many cousins to go around, they always found themselves picking on each other. Brielle likes to think all the bullying Ashby gave Robert prepared him to be able to handle her. Ashby has been a large part in making Robert who he is today, and he couldn't imagine getting married without her being there by his side.
Breanna Trombetta
Bridesmaid
Robert and Brielle's soon to be cousin-in-law. With her wedding to Roberts cousin, Evan, just weeks after their wedding, Robert and Brielle are ecstatic to celebrate with Breanna by their side! Being in the trenches of wedding planning together have brought Brielle and Breanna closer. She is so glad to have been introduced to Breanna through Robert and his family.
Tyler Hornsby
Groomsman
Tyler and Robert have known each other forever, they started school together young. Since then, they have conquered many of life's greatest challenges together. Whether that be the big baseball game coming up, or finally getting on Alpengeist at Busch Gardens, they have had each others backs. The two have traveled many miles together, going on trips to find new adventures. Robert couldn't imagine beginning this new adventure without Tyler by his side.
FAQs
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Location
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8109 Yacht Haven Rd, Gloucester Point, VA 23062 The white building in the center of the parking lot.
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Pictures
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We will be having an unplugged ceremony. We have paid a lot of money for our photographer, and prefer she not have to fight for the perfect picture.
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Dress Code
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Garden Attire: Wear sundresses, floral prints, suits in lighter hues, we encourage bright and festive colors!
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Children
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As much as we love our young family, we ask you leave your little ones at home for a calm and intimate day.
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Food and Drinks
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Dinner will be provided. We will have a cash bar at the reception, so be sure to bring cash and tip your bartender!
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Parking
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There is a large, free parking lot located at the venue.
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Plus ones
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Plus ones are indicated on invitations, we ask that you respect this as the reception space has a limited number of allowed guests.
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RSVP
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We ask you RSVP by 3/11/26 as we have to let the venue know an exact headcount. If you RSVP late, please reach out to Brielle or Robert personally.
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