We’re so excited to invite you to celebrate with us at Hawkesdene Estate in the beautiful North Carolina mountains. From Thursday, July 2 to Sunday, July 5, 2026, we’re gathering our favorite people for a relaxed, all-inclusive mountain retreat—complete with cozy cottages, incredible food and drinks all weekend, and a romantic garden-party wedding. Think long summer days, mountain views, shared meals, meaningful moments, and an unforgettable weekend where everything is taken care of—so all you have to do is arrive, unwind, and celebrate with us. Thank you for being part of this chapter of our lives. We truly can’t wait to spend the weekend together. With love, Tessa & Alex

We met on Hinge, quickly discovering that our happiest days are the ones we spend making memories together — best friends who love the same views, the same jokes, and the same extra-long goodbyes. Alex proposed at The Point at Emerald Isle, a place that’s become part of our story. (On one of our first Outer Banks trips to Ocracoke, he tried to get Tessa to walk the nearly two miles to the Point… and she vetoed it! This time, with help from our amazing friends and family — and a hidden photographer — the surprise worked.) It was a joyful, heartfelt “yes,” and we’re so grateful to be celebrating the next chapter with you.