Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony & Reception

Our Wedding

We met during the University of Tennessee's homecoming weekend when Luke's fraternity was partnered with Sophie's sorority. Sophie's best friend Shannon Joyce introduced us and we hit it off! After attending Luke’s winter formal together and talking non-stop over winter break, we officially started dating in the spring of 2019. Our love endured long distance while Sophie tackled vet school at Purdue and Luke held it down in California. Despite the miles, we grew stronger as FaceTime calls, surprise visits, and the occasional tear-filled airport goodbye became our norm. Somewhere along the way we added a very important member to our little family: Morrie, the world's most perfect dog and our pride and joy. Since she came into our lives she's been with us through everything from cross country road trips to lazy Sunday afternoons, reminding us of what unconditional love looks like (and how fast one can inhale a bowl of food). We finally made our way to California following Sophie's graduation from vet school in June 2025. It's been a wild, wonderful ride and we can't wait to celebrate the next chapter with all of you!

Our Story

Photos

Shannon Joyce

Jack de Avila

Emma Scheer

Carson de Avila

Abby Bridwell

Evan Jones

Emma Austin

Keith Jones

Jen Goldberg

Scott Simpson

Riley Lautenschlager

Drew Maudlin

Lea Logan

Caleb Ward

Kylee Scheer

Noah Scheer

Savanna White

Lucy Ungethum

Wedding Party

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Our wedding will be semi-formal. This would be a short or long sleeve button down and slacks for men (no need for a tie or suit unless you want to wear one). Ladies, wear whatever dressy attire you're comfortable in, but consider wearing a chunky heel, sandals, or wedges as the ceremony and reception will be mostly on grass. Bright, summer colors would look amazing! Please avoid white dresses and jeans!

Dress Code

Q + A

HOTEL BLOCK

Use the link below to book for 2 nights at the Santa Ynez Marriott. Book before May 12th, 2026 to get the group rate.

Santa Ynez Valley Marriott

SOLVANG

We also highly suggest considering an Airbnb or one of the many boutique hotels in Solvang, CA. This charming town, inspired by Danish architecture and culture, is a little over ten minutes from the venue, offering a unique and memorable setting for your trip.

TRANSPORTATION

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

500 James Fowler RdSanta Barbara, CA 93117 The Santa Barbara airport is the closer but smaller airport and is 40 minutes from the venue. Also remember our wedding weekend is sadly the same weekend as UCSB's college graduation so if you want to fly in to Santa Barbara, book your flights early!

LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

1 World WyLos Angeles, CA 90045 LAX is the larger, farther airport option and is about 2.5 hours from the venue. If you fly through LAX, consider taking the Pacific Coast Highway. It’s a slightly longer drive but very scenic, especially if it’s your first time in California!

GETTING AROUND

Ubers are not abundant in the Santa Ynez valley, where the wedding venue is located. We will have shuttles provided on the day of the wedding, but consider renting a car if you fly so you are able to fully enjoy California!

Travel

Go wine tasting throughout the Santa Ynez valley!Some of our favorite wineries in the area are:Brickbarn Winery 795 W Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 93427Gainey Estate Vineyards&nbsp;3950 CA-246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460Firestone Vineyard5017 Zaca Station Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441Carhartt Family Wines939 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441

Wine Tasting

If you have time to stop on your drive home or have a later flight on Sunday, check out the Santa Barbara Arts and Craft show!

Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show

Get sun at the beach or go on a hike to see the wind caves at Gaviota State park!

Gaviota State Park

Recommended in-flight picks for travel to our wedding:1. Mamma Mia!2. Shrek 23. The Office: Season 5, Episodes 4 &amp; 5

Things to Do

Registry

Transportation

Luke & Sophie

Luke & Sophie

Things to Do

Wine Tasting

Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show

Gaviota State Park