Cuvier Club by Wedgewood Weddings

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Hennessey's Tavern

Afterparty

Spring

Save the Date!

Save the Date

Hello! If you aren’t familiar with our story, this quick recap should bring you up to speed.&nbsp;&nbsp;We were formally introduced to each other in AP U.S. History during our junior year at Redlands High School. We grew to be quite close during this time and eventually attended prom together in the spring of 2017. We were made aware of something pretty fun around this time as well. Carlie’s mom and my dad went to prom together when they were in high school! This essentially sealed the deal on us going together (thank goodness!). We began dating during our senior year of high school but went our separate ways for the first few years of college.&nbsp;We were then brought back into each other’s lives in the summer of 2020 after Carlie moved into an apartment with a few of our mutual friends. At this point, I was living with my parents in Redlands but made regular trips to San Diego. Once we got back to talking, it was evident there was still some… electricity there. We officially got back together in September 2021 and spent our senior year of college seeing each other as often as possible. Whether it was a family event in Redlands, a cozy night in Carlie’s San Diego apartment, or a game night with my eight roommates, we were always looking for reasons to be around each other.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the fall of 2022, Carlie began her final year of graduate school at USD. I began working at Esri around the same time, taking up residence in my childhood bedroom. We spent this year much like the one before (long-ish distance) but we could see the light at the end of the tunnel! Carlie received her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction in the spring of 2023. That summer, she moved back to Redlands after securing a teaching position at an elementary school.&nbsp;We spent 4–5 months bouncing back and forth between our respective parents’ houses until we decided that we wanted to find a place together. After looking around for a little while, we found the perfect home to start our life together. Fast forward to November 2024, Carlie and I embarked on our first trip together across the pond. We started the trip in Barcelona, which ended up being quite memorable, as I proposed to Carlie on our third day there. We were exploring Park Güell, one of the largest green spaces in the city, filled with rich architecture and views of the coast, and I found what I felt was the perfect place to get down on one knee and ask Carlie to marry me. It was the perfect day. I couldn’t have dreamed it up any better. After this, we flew to Porto for three days. We saw sights, drank wine, and enjoyed our first few days as an engaged couple. We then flew back to Barcelona for one more night to catch an FC Barcelona Champions League game before making the journey back home to announce the good news. Since then, we have been planning our wedding at the beautiful Cuvier Club and enjoying time with friends and family.&nbsp;Thank you for taking the time to read this! Carlie and I consider ourselves lucky to be surrounded by so many loving and supportive people, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you all come February 2026.

Our Story

Photos

Our Vintage Love ThemeOur wedding is inspired by timeless romance and simple, classic beauty. Think soft/neutral colors, lace details, and vintage touches.

Vintage Love

What to Wear to a Semi-Formal Wedding

41 Sites to Buy Wedding Guest Dresses

The 15 Best Places to Buy a Suit

Our wedding's dress code is semi-formal attire. If you're unfamiliar with what this means, don't worry! We can help point you in the right direction. Semi-formal attire means dressing nicer than casual but not as fancy as black-tie. For women, that usually means a knee-length or midi dress or a dressy jumpsuit, and for men, a suit or blazer with dress pants, ties and jackets being optional. If you require further guidance, feel free to check out the articles linked on this page for inspiration. At the end of the day, we want everyone to feel comfortable and ready to have a good time, so wear whatever helps you feel that way!

Dress Code

Q + A

Our venue is in the heart of La Jolla!

This hotel is just two blocks from the wedding venue.

Empress Hotel La Jolla

Sands of La Jolla

Travel

Take a stroll around La Jolla Cove to see beautiful views of the ocean and spot large groups of sea lions in their natural habitat. This is a great place for a picnic at sunset or a dip in the tide pools (if the water is warm enough). La Jolla Cove is easily accessible as it is only a few minute walk from downtown La Jolla and the wedding venue.

La Jolla Cove

Birch Aquarium is a fun stop to check out stunning views of the coastline and marine life native to the area. There are several family-friendly activities to participate in as well.

Birch Aquarium

Balboa Park offers a blend of stunning architecture, lush gardens, and fascinating museums, making it an ideal destination for a day of exploration. Enjoy free concerts and take advantage of the complimentary tram service to easily navigate the park's many attractions.

Balboa Park

One of our favorite Mexican food joints in the area! Perfect for any occasion.

The Taco Stand

Delicious seafood restaurant with an amazing view of the coastline.

Duke's La Jolla

Cozy pub with with happy hour specials located in the heart of La Jolla Village.

Casual taco stand in downtown La Jolla with yummy tacos and burritos.

Jansen and Carlie

Jansen and Carlie

Vintage Love