Elopement

Ceremony

The Peacock Charleston

Elopement Dinner

Burgsteiner Residence

Elopement Celebration Charleston

Chateau Clubhouse 

Elopement Celebration Charlotte

Our Wedding

Our StoryAndre and Nila first met at the tender age of twelve, sitting just a few desks apart in their 8th grade math class. It wasn’t exactly love at first sight—Nila, always thoughtful and a bit shy, wasn’t entirely sure what to think of Andre’s playful teasing and boyish energy. Not long after, Andre transferred to another school, and it seemed their short chapter had come to an end. But fate, as it turns out, had other plans. Years later, during their senior year of high school, they found each other again. What began as a rekindled friendship quickly grew into something much deeper, marking the start of a bond that would carry them through every season of life. Together, they’ve grown side by side—weathering challenges, celebrating triumphs, and always choosing one another. Andre and Nila bring out the best in each other: his calm steadiness balances her anxious heart, and her warmth and laughter make every day feel like home. They have become one another’s peace, joy, and safe place—the place their hearts rest most easily. Now, nearly ten years later, Andre and Nila invite you to share in this next chapter of their story—the day they begin the rest of their lives, hand in hand.

Andre & Nila

Andre & Nila

Registry

Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all! If you wish to honor us with a gift, we’ve created a small registry to help us start our next chapter together. Thank you for celebrating this special moment with us!