Krista and Ryan first met in college at the University of Illinois in 2010. They formed a strong friendship over the next few years and eventually decided to give dating a try in 2012. Neither imagined at the time that they would go on to date for the next decade! After college, they moved to Chicago and enjoyed the next few years exploring the city with their friends, attending White Sox and Packers games, and vacationing to as many beaches as possible. In December 2020, Krista and Ryan purchased their first home, a condo in Bucktown, and love spending time on their rooftop, the Leavitt Street Inn & Tavern, and Red June Café. One year later, Krista and Ryan returned to their favorite beach, Eagle Beach in Aruba, where Ryan proposed to the great surprise of Krista (and the many people who told him it was about time). Krista was so excited she forgot to say yes until reminded by the photographer. Krista and Ryan are counting down the days to their wedding in Cabo, on another beach, and cannot wait to celebrate with everyone in May 2023!