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December 31, 2024
Dallas, TX

Shawna & Jaden

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Shawna

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Jaden

December 31, 2024

Dallas, TX

Rehearsal Dinner Photos

We had so much fun celebrating at our rehearsal dinner! Here is a link to view the photos:) https://hannahkatephotofilm.pic-time.com/O8GgqoQGnlnZs

The Proposal

Côte d'Azur, France

On their first date, Shawna and Jaden bonded over their appreciation for film, and spent many early days together watching classic movies. One night, Shawna showed Jaden one of her favorite movies of all time: To Catch a Thief starring Grace Kelly and Cary Grant, which tells the tale of a jewel thief in and around the Carlton Hotel in Cannes. When Shawna and Jaden decided to take a holiday vacation that included a trip to the South of France, Jaden began planning a special adventure for their visit to Cannes. They had booked a stay at the iconic Carlton hotel, and Jaden worked with their hospitality team to design a proposal inspired by the silver screen. Shawna had worked with a Dallas designer to create a custom Grace Kelly-esque blue dress to wear while exploring the hotel grounds. Jaden took inspiration from this to plan a "jewel thief" scavenger hunt for her at key locations featured in the film. The starting clue was hidden in a bouquet of roses delivered to the hotel room; the next required a walk to the pier of the beach club during golden hour. The pier clue sent the couple to the hotel's garden, which had been transformed into an ice skating rink. Next, the couple visited the hotel's tea room, where Shawna found another clue—as well as the ring's GIA report—hidden under a serving tray. That final clue led them to the hotel's grand ballroom, where Jaden got down on one knee and asked Shawna to spend the rest of her life with him. Shawna exclaimed "YES!" with delight, her hands rising to her mouth in shock and excitement. A photographer was waiting in the ballroom to capture the special moment, and the couple got to have a short photoshoot, basking in golden hour and the bliss of the day.

Fun Couple Tidbits

When you know, you know.

What are your hopes for the wedding? We both love going all out—we apply this shared principle to both event planning and our interpersonal relationships—and at the end of the day we want to honor our best friends and family with a night to remember. We're both so excited to dance the night away surrounded by our loved ones. We are so delighted to have formed so many meaningful relationships as to fill a ballroom on New Year's Eve, and we could not be more grateful for your attendance. What do you like to do together as a couple? We enjoy catching the latest movies at Alamo Drafthouse, staying active together, and traveling whenever we can. On weekdays, you can find us jogging the Katy Trail or facing off in tennis matches together. On the weekends, we love trying new restaurants and attending art gallery openings. What's your favorite meal you've eaten together? When we were in Nice, we went out for an impromptu food tour one evening. We first stopped at a street vendor for socca, a chickpea crepe popular in southern France. We then visited a charming vegan cafe nearby for a hot dog and peanut butter shake. Finally, we went to this cute little vegan Italian restaurant called Utopia that Shawna had been Instagram obsessing over for weeks. Best pizza we've ever had! Where are you going for your honeymoon? We'll be enjoying Bali and Thailand for almost a month! We love that these places are a beautiful mix of beach, jungle, and urban environments, which will be a nice blend of adventure and relaxation. We're excited to experience Thailand's culinary scene—we had Thai food on our first date! Finally, rumor has it that the next season of White Lotus will be shot at one of the properties we'll be staying at, so look out for a cameo! Jaden, what drew you to Shawna? Her heart for others. The thoughtful ways she shows care for her friends is incredible. She goes above and beyond for so many people, and her character inspires me. I learn a ton from her social perceptions and aptitude for sociology—she sees the world in a very unique and incisive way, and I treasure what she has to teach me. She’s really gifted at making people feel seen and understood. I’m grateful I get to be seen so deeply as her partner and watch her bless others with understanding too. Her adventurous spirit makes life joyous, whether we’re traveling or just enjoying a day at home. She's also really really really stunning and fashionable. She's everything I ever wanted in a spouse and more :) Shawna, what drew you to Jaden? Those that have had the privilege to meet Jaden can spot his brilliance from a mile away. His level of intellect is rare, and he chooses to dedicate it as a gift to others. He navigates life's ups and downs with an easy grace, and in his presence I have experienced more personal growth than ever before; a testament to the profound influence he imparts. To this day I am often struck with the quiet elegance of his humility. He will be the most qualified, interesting person in the room (I may be a bit biased) and yet he never fails to prioritize others, choosing to listen to their stories rather than spotlighting his own remarkable experiences. To end my soliloquy, Jaden's genuine warmth, infectious joy, and gifted mind are a few of my favorite things about him.

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