Simone Szesny
Matthew Doehler
Simone Szesny
Matthew Doehler
May 22, 2026
About Us... In Case You Didn't Know
It all began in late August of 2018, when we met on a Tinder date at Go Tavern in Logan Square. What started as casual drinks on the back patio quickly turned into something more, especially once Simone demanded that Matthew reveal all of his secrets (spoiler: he didn't have much). Over the past seven years, we’ve built a life full of laughter, love, and shared adventures. We survived a global pandemic together, adopted our sweet pup Pee-wee, and bought our first home in 2025. On April 1st, 2025, Matthew proposed at the Philadelphia Zoo, recreating one of the sweetest moments in movie history, when Rocky proposed to Adrian. It wasn’t until later that we realized it was also April Fool’s Day… but we promise, this engagement is no joke. These days, we spend our time watching movies, sharing music, hanging out with our beautiful friends (hi!), and doting on our beloved pets, Lucy and Pee-wee. We can’t wait to start the next chapter of our story, and we’re so grateful to have you be part of it.
Schedule
Travel
Hotel
Hotel Versey
This hotel was recommended to us by the owner of the venue.
Hotel
Longman & Eagle
They have a limited number of rooms that are more suitable for couples. Pros: It’s located above a great bar and restaurant, close to the Blue Line, and right in the heart of Logan Square. Cons: Because of these perks, it can get a bit loud.
Hotel
The Robey
Bougie but nice. Pros: Located in the heart of Wicker Park, close to the Blue Line, and features a rooftop bar with a pool. I’ve never stayed here, but I imagine the hand soap is amazing. Cons: Like most spots with these perks, it’s probably a bit loud.
Registry
FAQs
Question
What part of the wedding am I invited to?
Answer
Your invitation will specify your arrival time. Once you RSVP, you’ll receive additional details about the events you’re invited to. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions after RSVPing.
Question
I’m only invited to the reception, will there be dinner?
Answer
There won’t be a full sit-down dinner during the reception. We’ll have plenty of sandwiches, chips, and pickles available during the reception. Plus some fun late-night snacks to enjoy later in the evening.
Question
Is there a dress code?
Answer
Yes, semi-formal attire. Think cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits, or chic separates, and suits or blazers with dress pants. We’re going with a vintage Cupid theme, with baby blues, pinks, and deep reds if you’d like to dress on-theme.
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Are kids welcome?
Answer
We love your little ones, but for this special day, we’re hoping to celebrate with an adults-only event. We appreciate your understanding!
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Is there parking at the venue?
Answer
Yes, there is plenty of free parking available around the venue. You can park on California or Waveland. Do not park on Mozart!
RSVP
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