Bridal Shower

Rehearsal Dinner

Watermark

Afterparty

WhiteChapel Projects

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

After Party (optional)

Beach Day (optional)

Summer

Our Wedding

We met during a weekly beer pong tournament at the Bound Brook Hotel. Across the room, our eyes locked—just a quick moment, but one we’d both remember. Later that night, as Dennis was leaving, he passed by, simply said “goodnight,” and walked out the door. But he didn’t just leave. He sat in his car, watching from a distance, until I started walking toward my own. Thinking I might be heading home on foot, he did a suspiciously sweet thing—circling the roundabout to make sure I was safe. Once he saw me get into my car, he drove off without a word. Not long after, my phone lit up with a Facebook message from Dennis, asking me to be his partner for the next week’s beer pong tournament. And that’s when it all began. It took a lot of encouragement—both from me and from his friends—before he finally agreed we should officially start dating. A year and a half later, he gave in, and the rest was history. Now, nine years later, after countless adventures, laughter, and love, we’re finally tying the knot!

How We Met

Our Story

Photos

Jillian Turner (Mondrone)

Christina (Tina) Scolaro- Appello

Sara Lasko (SIL)

Brittani (Peen) Ruggeiro

Christina Ster

Ryan Ouellette

Jimmy Ryan

Brandon Clarke

Brandon Guillman

Kenny Allen

Dane Olah

Dave Gesek

Nyla

Wedding Party

Q + A

Sheraton Eatontown

For those that choose to stay at the Sheraton or who don’t want to drive to the venue, we will be providing transportation to and from White Chapel Projects through Long Branch Trolley. You may park at the hotel and catch the trolley from there. Schedule will be provided later on.

Long Branch Trolley

Accommodations

Take a stroll down the Asbury Park Boardwalk. Visit some of our favorite local spots: Convention Hall, Offshore Coffee Roasters, Carla Gizzi Boutique, Kim Maries Eat & Drink Away, LowDive Bar, Watermark.

Asbury Park Boardwalk

Asbury Park Brewery

Things to Do

Registry

Ultimate Formal Attire Shopping Guide

25 Hand-Picked Formal Guest Dresses

Tux vs. Suit: What's the Difference?

We’re dressing for a sunny summer celebration by the shore—think fun, summery pops of color and pretty floral dresses. Ladies: breezy floral or colorful dresses. Gentlemen: suits or linen blends, don’t be afraid to use color. :) Overall tone: polished and formal with a bright, seasonal touch—have fun with it!

Dress Code

Valerie + Dennis

Valerie + Dennis

Dress Code

FORMAL

Ideas & Advice

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