Phil Champion
Melissa Martin
Phil Champion
Melissa Martin
March 29, 2025
Our Story
We first connected on Hinge in late August 2022. Melissa was particularly drawn to the picture of Phil wearing a Panthers pullover and drinking a Bloody Mary at Topgolf. Phil was drawn to the pictures showing Melissa's adventurous side - like the one of her kayaking in the ocean. We agreed to a first date at Town Brewing and met there after a busy day at work. As cliché as it sounds, we both knew immediately that we would have a future together. In the months that followed, we spent more and more time together, not only in Charlotte and Belmont, but also at the beach and mountains and in Mexico and Europe. As time went on, we both became confident we wanted to spend the rest of our lives together. On an unassuming Sunday in March 2024, Phil suggested we go to Rosie's Wine Garden in NoDa. After splitting a bottle of wine, we walked through the gardens and Phil found a quiet spot to get on one knee and propose! Melissa said yes and then we went to Town Brewing, the spot of our first date, for celebratory dinner and drinks, just the two of us. Now, we are having so much fun planning our wedding together and can't wait to celebrate with you all!
Schedule
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Wedding and Reception
6:00 pm
4717 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28201
RSVP
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Travel
Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark at Phillips Place
Book through the link below to get 15% off your hotel room, using Wedding Group as the company name. You do not need to give our names and there is no cutoff date.
Discount Code - Wedding Group
Hotel
Hyatt Centric Southpark
Book through the link below or by using our discount code. Code expires once the block is full or by March 7.
Discount Code - G-CWR1
Hotel
Embassy Suites Charlotte Uptown
Book through the link below or by using our group name. Discount expires once the block is full or by February 26.
Discount Code - Champion Wedding
Registry
Amazon
Wedding Party
Leila Messer
Matron of Honor
Leila and I lived together for three years in college, where we spent many, many nights staying up way too late talking. Our phone dates now could last for hours too.
Brittany Dewey
Bridesmaid
Brittany and I met as morning news producers at Channel 9 and we quickly expanded our friendship outside the newsroom. We've traveled the world together and shared countless cheeseboards and bottles of wine.
Adriana Felder
Bridesmaid
Adriana and I became friends our senior year of high school. She's the best at supporting and celebrating everyone around her - including planning epic girls weekends.
Charleigh Lowman
Bridesmaid
Charleigh was my first friend in college. We met before classes even started! She and I backpacked through the Grand Canyon together in 2016 - one of my favorite adventures.
Anna Lee Poole
Bridesmaid
Anna Lee and I met our freshman year of college. We've had fun continuing that friendship as adults in Charlotte, especially now with Phil joining the mix too.
Claire Rose
Bridesmaid
Claire and I first met as Girl Scouts in elementary school, reconnected in high school and then lived together for seven years after college. We joke we almost had a common law marriage.
Madi Ives
Welcome Attendant
Madi is Phil's brother's girlfriend. The two of them are the best match!
Austin Martin
Welcome Attendant
Austin is my sister-in-law. I always wanted a sister and am thrilled Daniel met her and brought her into our family.
Annie Martin
Flower Girl
Annie is my niece. She's the happiest little girl, always smiling!
Phil Champion, Sr.
Best Man
Phil Senior is the best dad a man could ask for. He's not only my father, he's also my best friend. I got my love of grilling and sports from him.
Jack Branch
Groomsman
Jack and I met in college our senior year. We've spent many days having a great time around Charlotte and tailgating for the Panthers.
Will Champion
Groomsman
Will is my little brother. We both share a love for our dogs and for sports.
Daniel Martin
Groomsman
Daniel is Melissa's brother. It's been great getting to know him and I look forward to more family trips over the years.
Matt Smith
Groomsman
Matt and I met right after college and lived together several times through the years. We have spent many days exploring all over the Carolinas.
Dave Wood
Groomsman
Dave is a great longtime friend. We've spent a lot of time together hiking and camping in the mountains.
Ozzie Champion
Ring Bearer
Ozzie loves to play fetch and jump really high. He also loves to sleep at our feet and snuggle at night. He gets many compliments about how handsome he is!
DJ Martin
Ring Bearer
DJ is Melissa's nephew and is the coolest toddler we know.
Andrew Watts
Ozzie's bodyguard
Andrew is Melissa's cousin. We can't wait for him to walk Ozzie down the aisle!
FAQs
Question
Is there a dress code?
Answer
Garden Glam ;) We recommend considering the weather when choosing elevated cocktail attire for our outdoor ceremony. Avoid stilettos, because you'll be walking on grass. The reception will be indoors.
Question
Anything I should do to prepare for your wedding?
Answer
Yes! Take your allergy meds. We’ll be outside and Channel 9 Chief Meteorologist John Ahrens says the pollen is skyrocketing.
Question
What is the best way for me to get to your wedding?
Answer
Uber and Lyft should be easily available before and after our wedding. There is also plenty of parking if you wish to drive. Important: Use the Shamrock Drive entrance to the venue. Do not use the Sharon Amity entrance.
Question
Are kids welcome?
Answer
As much as we love the children in our lives, our wedding will be an 18+ event, with the exception of the children in the wedding party.
Question
When should I RSVP by?
Answer
Please RSVP by February 24, so we can give an accurate headcount to our vendors. You can RSVP on this website. Text Melissa if you have trouble.
Question
I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
Answer
Sure thing! Text Melissa by February 24.
Things To Do
Town Brewing
This is where it all began - where we went on our first date!
Rosie's Coffee & Wine Garden
This is where we got engaged. A beautiful spot for coffee or wine!
The Workman’s Friend
This is one of our favorite bars/restaurants in Plaza Midwood. It'd be a great place for drinks before or after the wedding.
The Bohemian: A Wine Bar
This wine bar in Plaza Midwood would be another option for pre-wedding drinks.
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
This restaurant has sushi and burgers. What more could you ask for?
Legion Brewing South Park
This is one of our favorite breweries and they have a restaurant in SouthPark.
U.S. National Whitewater Center
There are several hiking trails to choose from at the Whitewater Center. Ozzie approves!