Steinhilbers Restaurant 

Rehearsal Dinner

Cocktail Hour

Dinner

The Venue at Denali Jean Ranch

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Spring

Our Wedding

"The best memories are yet to come, but don't forget the memories that started it all"

Grayson Phillips

Our Story

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Hotel block reserved

There is a shuttle that is scheduled for the ceremony. Below is the schedule: 2:30-3:00 PM Vehicle Onsite and Departs from the Hyatt Place/Oceanfront, 3601 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 2341, USA. 3:37 PM Arrive at Denali Jean. 9:45 PM Depart from Denali Jean. Arrive at Hyatt Place 10:23&nbsp;

Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront

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Hotels We Recommend 

Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club

Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort

Delta Hotels Virginia Beach Waterfront

Travel

The Bridesmaids 

Sam and Emma first met at a party their freshman year, and exchanged concerns about the time (It in fact was not 11:30.)

They eventually grew closer while taking a marine geology course their sophomore year, bonding over how ridiculous the course was. 

Throughout the years Sam and Emma have accumulated many running gags and inside jokes. Even though they are quite goofy together, Sam has always made a consistent effort to be there for Emma no matter the distance!

Samantha Sande

Kierra and Emma were introduced through Groomsman, Heyward, Kierra's husband and Grayson's childhood friend. 
Together, Kierra and Emma delight in craft nights, making fun cocktails, wandering through lively markets, and, of course, picking up their favorite Taste subs to enjoy seaside, because everything is just a bit better with sand beneath your feet and the ocean nearby.

Kierra Henderson

Emma's Childhood best-friend! They like to say that they became best friends while their moms were still pregnant with them. lets just say they go WAYYYY back!  

Katie Katchke 

Lexi and Emma met in undergrad at Cornell College (2017-2021) they were suite-mates their junior and senior years! They bonded over a love for anime, sushi, and Star Wars. Lexi has a kind heart and was always a hard worker, but no matter how busy her schedule got she always made time for her friends (Emma and Sam <3)

Lexi Terrell

Amanda and Emma met during their MA program (2021-2022) at Eastern Illinois University. Amanda and Emma took figure drawing together, and bounced art ideas off of each other. They often visited Ike's and Casa Del Mar for margarita towers. 

Amanda Solis 

The Groomsmen

Ian Phillips

Heyward Henderson

Franz Edward Gilbert II

 Michael Sorrow 

Wesley Maxey 

Wedding Party

Gentlemen, Kindly avoid blue seersucker suits to the ceremony + reception, and Ladies save the white for your own aisle 😉

What Is Cocktail Wedding Attire?

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What Guys Need to Know About Dress Codes

Dress Code

Our favorite things to do in Virginia Beach!

Perfect for crabbing, fishing, or just playing on the beach!

First Landing State Park

Looking for a good cup of coffee? A morning pastry? A sweet treat? Grayson and I LOVE this place!

Be Free Craft Ice Cream Cafe

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

Grayson and I love the patio and sushi here! Right on the water!

The Porch on Long Creek

Emma and Grayson love getting the crab dip! Emma especially loves the Colada Crush.

Chick's Oyster Bar

Perfect for a beach day or a romantic walk!

The Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Emma likes Murphy's atmosphere, drinks, and apps! KILLER pretzel bites

Murphy’s Irish Pub

fyi this place makes you pay for parking in their lot, but it's still super fun!

Emma & Grayson

Emma & Grayson

Dress Code

COCKTAIL

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