The Standard

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story started back in 2017, at a machine tool factory in Rockford, IL. We worked together and became very good friends, which eventually turned into us falling for each other. Fast forward almost 7 years later, we are finally tying the knot.

Kane & Kona

We have (2) four year old huskie shepherds that run our life, and we couldn't be more obsessed with them

Our Story

Photos

“02/17/1998 was the day we met. The best day of Amanda’s life because I came into the world!! Best friends every day since 💓 I am honored to be standing by my older sister, mentor, and bestie on the biggest day of her life. 💍💓We have been waiting for this moment for a long time…Cheers to the Riportella’s ✨🥂”

Brittany

“Anthony and I met as teenagers at a backyard hangout with mutual friends. We bonded over sports, music, and just wanting to have fun as kids. We have been good friends for over 18 years now.”

Justin

“Amanda and I have been friends since 8th grade. We played on the basketball team together, and I remember her texting me that she was moving into a house right up the street from me. 16 years later, we have been best friends ever since.”

Briley

“Amanda and I met in 2013 while working at County Market. I think the exact moment we became friends was when she fainted while working the cash register and I came to her rescue with a Gatorade. We definitely bonded over that moment. We continued to stay close friends after both leaving the grocery store, and after 11 years of friendship, I am so incredibly excited to stand by your side on your big day.”

Kelly

"The day I met Anthony was back in Junior year. We started talking to each other on the bus, and he convinced me to get off at his stop. We spent the day playing Guitar Hero, BLASTING music from Yellowcard, Maroon 5 and Dave Matthews. After that first hangout, we practically became inseparable, Anthony was like a brother. Since then, we have been tight as hell. Thanks to Anthony, I've met some badass friends. It's been a wild ride from 2008 until now. The first time I met Anthony, I knew we would be brother's for life."

Nicky

"Eight years ago, we were trapped in adjacent cubicles and little did we know that would be the birthplace of an enduring friendship. We found a shared love for two things: Keystone Light (extra classy) and the questionable hobby of trying to land said empty Keystone cans on the roof of the garage at the Latham house.  We began hanging out after work and mastered the ancient art of burning meat on the grill with Nicky until 3AM in the morning. So, here's to the origin story of a friendship born in the chaos of the cubicles, fueled by cheap beer, and seasoned with a dash of questionable culinary expertise. Because let's face it, the best friendships are forged in the fires of mediocrity and sealed with the sound of cracking open a fresh ‘Stone. “OH MY.” 
Cheers, Anthony and congrats! 🍻"


Sean

Wedding Party

Dinner will be buffet style, so you will have the option to try all the food on the menu! Meats: pulled chicken and sliced brisket Bakery: slider rolls and cornbread halves Sides: mac-n-cheese, green beans w/ bacon, and a fresh garden salad Dessert: caramel apple cobbler and Mississippi mud pie

Dinner Menu

Q + A

There are many more options in Rockford to stay, these are just a few.

0.5 miles away We will be staying here :)

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront

Holiday Inn Rockford(I-90&Rt 20/State St), an IHG Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Rockford

Courtyard by Marriott Rockford

Lodging

Here are a few of our favorite spots in Rockford, if you have some free time and are looking for something to do.

Amanda & Anthony

Amanda & Anthony

Our Favorite Spots

Social Urban Bar & Restaurant

Carlyle Brewing Co.

Disco Chicken

The Music Box

Union Lounge

Prairie Street Brewing Co.

Hard Rock Casino Rockford

Velvet Robot Coffee Lab

PrairieFire Golf and Grill

Sweetbean Cafe & Bakery