
Featured in Issue 32, Evyn and Patrick exchanged vows in an elevated and classic wedding at the Peach Orchard Venue in Spring, Texas.
The couple, who first met through mutual friends in college, invited as many loved ones as possible to support them on their special day. Looking back on their journey to ”I do,” two of their most important family members, their moms, played a major role in their proposal story.
Patrick brought Evyn and their moms to his last Marine Corps Birthday Ball before leaving the service. Ahead of the ball, he told Evyn they’d go to a small get-together in another room. Evyn had no idea Patrick had purchased the entire suite just for them and coordinated decorations with her mother. With their moms beside them, Patrick proposed, and Evyn excitedly said yes!
On their wedding day, the couple embraced timeless styles with Patrick wearing a cream double-breasted jacket with a shawl lapel, black pants, and gold accents. Evyn slipped into an off-the-shoulder champagne, lace mermaid-style gown by Galia Lahav, that perfectly complimented their elegant white and soft pink florals.
Their best advice to other engaged couples planning their weddings is to “make it a priority to enjoy your day and take advantage of all the short moments you have with your future spouse – the day goes by quickly!”
Keep scrolling for more wedding day moments captured by Muna Coterie member Japhet Odigie of JAO Photography.
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- Couple: Evyn and Patrick Guide
- Occupations: Evyn is in FinTech and Patrick is in Engineering
- Wedding date: April 5th, 2024
- Wedding location: Houston, TX

Quick Facts:
- Groomsmen gifts: Cologne, multi-tools
- Bridesmaid gifts: Loungewear, bracelet, earrings, day-of beauty kit
- Gifts for one another: Evyn received Cartier sunglasses and Patrick was gifted shoes and a watch
- Ceremony entrance song: ”I Do” by Jeezy
- First dance song: “Thank God I Found You” by Mariah Carey, Joe, Nas

How did you meet?
We had mutual friends in college.


Tell us about the proposal.
Patrick brought Evyn and both of their moms to his last Marine Corps Birthday Ball before leaving the service. Before the ball started, he told Evyn they’d go to a small get-together in another room. What Evyn didn’t know was that Patrick had purchased the suite and coordinated decorations with her mom. He proposed and she said yes!





Describe your wedding style and attire:
Our theme was elevated and classic. Patrick wore a cream double-breasted jacket with a shawl lapel and black pants. He added gold accents. I wore a champagne, laced, mermaid-style gown by Galia Lahav.



What was the wedding shopping experience like for you?
Bride: Ivory Bridal and Laura’s Couture & Alterations did a phenomenal job helping me choose the perfect gown and accessories!


Groom: My tux designer came to me with samples and photos to help design the suit. Evyn helped to make adjustments.


The fit…


Their first look…




The ceremony…


What is your best memory from your wedding?
That’s very hard to choose! It’s between saying our vows and the beginning of our reception. We had the time of our lives!






Mr. & Mrs. Guide…




Reception details…




First entrance as husband and wife…




Sweet details…


What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples?
- Be detailed with your budget and research estimated costs early.
- Don’t feel pressured to invite more people than you want.
- Most importantly, make it a priority to enjoy your day and take advantage of all the short moments you have with your future spouse – the day goes by quickly!


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Vendors:
- Venue: The Peach Orchard
- MUA: Thai Williams
- Hair: The World Wide Whitney
- Florist: Chelsey J. Blooms
- Tuxedo: Inheritance By J
- Videography: Studio Peel Wedding Films
- Photography: JAO Photography
- Tailor: Laura’s Couture & Alterations
- Coordinator: Tammy’s Table
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