Stephanie and Gustavo met for the first time in passing at an event in Santa Barbara. About a week later, they both happened to be at an event for Steph's sorority at CSUN. One of Steph's friends from high school who happened to be Gustavo's housemate in college at the time (Luis Preciado) came over to say hello and introduce his new fraternity brother to Steph and her friends. Luis came over and formally introduced Stephanie and Gustavo when he said to her "I met you in Santa Barbara"...she was a little embarrassed that she didn't remember and promised she would remember his name this time. A few months later in July of 2013, they both attended a camping trip where they really hit if off. Throughout the summer they continued to date and within a few months, they were inseparable. On November 28, 2013 (Thanksgiving Day) Gustavo asked her to be his girlfriend. Their love continued to grow as they celebrated numerous milestones together like receiving their degrees, starting their careers and their own businesses. They always knew they wanted to build a future together, but Gustavo made it official when he proposed. They were on a beautiful beach of the Isla Saona in the Dominican Republic. Gustavo hired a photographer to take pictures of them and on one of the poses he got down on one knee! In the many years that they've been together, Steph and Tavo have motivated and supported each other to do better. As individuals they are both strong willed, intelligent and hard working but together they make an unstoppable team, a perfect pairing. After much anticipation and waiting for the pandemic to settle down, they are so excited to celebrate their big day on November 20, 2021 surrounded by the friends and family who have seen their love flourish from the beginning.