by grace, together.

Stefani and Dimitri matched in the late summer of 2021. After a few weeks of kind exchanges and subtle anticipation, they finally made plans to meet for drinks in October. One drink turned into dinner, and as the night unfolded, so did an unexpected ease between them. When it came time to part ways, Stefani's car happened to be parked closer so she offered Dimitri a ride to his. As fate would have it, the new Drake album was playing on her stereo. A favorite artist for them both, though neither knew it at the time. Instead of a quick goodbye, they sat in the car and listened to the entire album, lost in conversation, laughter, and lyrics, late into the night. That night became their rhythm: dinners that turned into deep talks, music that filled the quiet, and late nights that stretched for hours, sharing the stories of their lives. For those who know Dimitri this might come as a surprise, but with Stefani, the hours of chatting slipped by effortlessly. As their relationship grew, Stefani introduced Dimitri to her son, Adam. What followed was something rare and tender; a bond of their own. Built through sports, trading cards, and a quiet understanding that they both deeply loved their Stefani. Dimitri brought a steady calm to their world. He wasn’t just someone Stefani loved; he became part of their little family. On December 7, 2024, what began as a casual weekend with friends in New York turned into something unforgettable. The city was alive with the joy and bustle of the holiday season. After checking into the iconic Hotel Empire in Manhattan, they made their way to the rooftop. Tucked away in the West terrace, they looked out through windows onto the Lincoln Center plaza. Stefani leaned into the view, quietly taking it all in, unaware that something even more meaningful was about to happen. Dimitri walked up behind her with a warm embrace and softly said, “I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with you.” With a smirk, Stefani replied, “I know.” It’s a phrase they often say to each other, always layered with love and meaning. But this time, Dimitri gently turned her around, dropped to one knee, and asked the question that would change everything: “Will you marry me?” In his hand was Stefani’s dream ring: a 1.75-carat marquise diamond set in warm 14k yellow gold, surrounded by a halo of sixteen tiny diamonds, each sparkling softly in the light. There were tears, laughter, and a very enthusiastic “Yes!” an intimate, perfect moment in the middle of a bustling city, marking the beginning of their next chapter. On June 13, 2026, they will begin that next chapter as they are joined together as husband and wife in the sacrament of Holy Matrimony in the Orthodox Church, grounding their marriage in faith and love through Christ.