Jolly Pirates Aruba

Sunset Sail

The Marriott Stellaris Resort and Casino

Welcome Party

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Spring

Our Wedding

Elle and Jackson must have crossed paths one thousand times before officially meeting one another on Mercer's campus in April of 2021. For two years, they lived in the same building, Jackson living right below Elle's apartment. They had mutual friends and even ran in similar circles. The couple finally met on the day of Bearstock, which is a concert series their alma mater puts on every year in the spring. Elle's roommates (shoutout to Sara, Cindy and Nini) convinced her to fake being sick to get out of work that day so they could party all day long. Later, the group of friends arrived at Jackson's fraternity to party before the concert. During the party, the friends wound up at the "beer die" table and before Elle knew it some cute guy was teaching her how to play (disclaimer: Elle still has no idea how to play all these years later). That cute guy of course was Jackson. Before they knew it they were exchanging phone numbers and within a month they made things official, even though they knew Jackson would be leaving to travel to Australia for six months after graduating. After an incredible first summer together, Jackson set off for Australia and Elle finished out her senior year at Mercer. Even being across the world from one another, the couple's love for each other never wavered. Jackson came back to Atlanta that May of 2022, Elle graduated college, and the couple set their sights on their big move to Colorado Springs. After a few years of figuring out the whole "adulting" thing and adjusting to a new city, Jackson decided to gather Elle's closest friends and family at her childhood home so he could pop the question! Jackson had planned a beautiful backyard proposal, but the weather had other ideas. So instead, Jackson lit 50+ candles at the entryway of the house and proposed right in the living room, where Elle of course said yes!

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

The Marriott will also be the location for our Welcome Party, Wedding Ceremony and Reception. Below are other options near the resort if you choose to stay elsewhere :

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba

Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and Casino

There are also many wonderful AirBnb &amp; VRBO properties on the island!

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

Welcome Party - Dressy Casual Ladies, please wear a dress of any length, jumpsuit, or a tailored pant and top. Sandals or heels recommended. Gentlemen, please wear linen shirt or collared shirts, dress pants and comfortable, dressy footwear recommended.

Wedding Day - Beach Formal Ladies, please wear a knee to mid length cocktail dress or full length gown. Keep in mind that the ceremony and reception will be held on the beach when choosing your outfit + footwear. Gentlemen, please wear a suit or button down shirt with slacks. Jacket/Sport Coat and tie are optional. Dress shoes or loafers preferred. We would love to see you have fun with colors and prints!

Dress Code

Elle & Jackson

Elle & Jackson

Registry

The biggest gift you can give us is your presence on our big day! If you would like to give a gift, our registry is below.