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Once Upon A Time, A Fairytale Wedding 

Chantel and Steven met during their last semester of Undergrad at San Francisco State University. Steven’s humor, love of history, and passion to stand up for what is right mixed well with Chantel’s childlike nature, love of literature and all things pink, and desire to improve the lives of women and girls. Their similar interests, life goals, and values made them a perfect fit, but they truly bonded over their love television and cinema, politics, and good food! One thing Chantel and Steven will always do, is watch a movie or tv show, analyze and discuss it. Movie dates are their favorite, because what could be better than bonding over your love for film with the love of your life. They explore together, learn and grow together. They both have a passion for politics - Steven wants to sit at the head of the table and impact real long-term change, while Chantel wants to help improve the lives of women and young girls and change societal norms. The best thing about this couple is that their character traits are something the other finds sweet, adorable, and funny. No one else would be able to handle Chantel’s true character of really being a kid at heart, where she would choose a trip to Disneyland over a spa getaway. No one else would be able to understand Steven’s true love of history memorabilia, where he would prefer a World War 2 weapon over a new pair of shoes. Their corky traits that others may find weird or overwhelming, are actually the thing that make them a strong couple. Chantel will take a mimosa and Steven will have his bourbon neat. Chantel loves fairys and Jane Austen books and Steven loves historical documentaries and video games. Chantel is the planner who keeps Steven organized, while Steven goes with the flow and keeps Chantel spontaneous. Chantel and Steven both love a good movie, a story full of suspense, a good political debate, a tv show that keeps you wanting more, a good time with friends and family, a rustic winter getaway, but deep down they know home is where the heart is. They certainly compliment each other. Chantel and Steven could not be a better pair and you will be able to witness their love at their upcoming fairytale wedding. Stay tuned and we are excited to have you there!

The Ever After Story

Our Story

Photos

Registry

Sean Mejia

Lauren Boyd

Kevin Lourm

Chante Carnes

Tom Cueto-Ortega

Kayleigh Wilson

Jonathan Ordonez

Alexis Howard

Sarn Saefong

Shavonte Smothers

Jazmin Llamas

Imani Campbell-Dunn

Samad Chishti

Wedding Party

Questions? We have answers! 

Q + A

Travel

Please use the information in the photo or the link to book your hotel. We can only reserve a few at a time, so if it says “none available” just call the hotel & say it’s for the “Chantel & Steven wedding group” to ensure you get a discount. It’s best to book as early as possible. Rooms are available to check in as early as Monday, October 6th & to check out as late as Wednesday, October 8th. Make sure to keep checking our wedding website for additional details.

Holiday Inn Auburn

Hotel Room Blocks

Registry

We are excited to make our way to beautiful Thailand for our honeymoon. Thank you so much for any contribution to our honeymoon fund!