Colter ♡ Ciara
Paradise Valley, MT at Sage resort in celebration of our engagement
Please join us in celebrating our wedding
September 13-15, 2024 in Middleburg, Virginia.
Our Story
Hers
Calling Virginia home, Ciara has always had an adventurous side. Born into a military family, she traveled the world, living in five states and Germany before graduating high school.
Following her desire to be America’s Next Top Fashion Designer, Ciara enrolled at the Fashion Institute of Technology. But her path took a buttoned-up turn when she discovered her passion for law. She began her career as a paralegal in Washington, D.C. before setting her sights on becoming a lawyer.
Ciara first pursued her legal studies at Catholic University. However, fate had other plans as she found herself drawn not only to the law but also to a budding romance with Colter.
Making a bold move, per usual, Ciara transferred to the University of Minnesota to continue her legal journey, pursue an MBA, and go on dates with Colter.
His
Colter was born in Three Forks, Montana, where he grew up exploring the outdoors and playing sports. His journey started when he accepted an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. After graduating he served as a Submarine Officer aboard the USS Ohio where he explored the depths of the pacific ocean. His naval career ultimately led to Washington, D.C.
During his time in the nation's capital, fate had a sweet surprise in store when Colter crossed paths with Ciara. Drawn to her adventurous spirit and creative-inspired perspective of the world, he knew he wanted to spend the rest of his life adventuring with her.
Colter pursued his master’s degree at Harvard Business School. After this, he and Ciara made the decision to start their next chapter in Minneapolis.
Ours
It was raining on January 3rd, 2020. We met with smiles. When the first bar we attempted to go to did not have a seat, we ventured into a speakeasy named “Destination Wedding” - foreshadowing where our love would lead. We sat at the bar and talked and talked. After a couple of hours, we discovered a shared interest in live bluegrass. Within minutes, the tab was closed, and we were in the Uber heading to an impromptu concert at a local venue and the rest is history.
Our love continued growing when we chose to do two years of long-distance dating while pursuing education. Eventually, we settled down in Minneapolis, planted roots, and welcomed our cat son, Miller, into our lives. We can be found exploring new restaurants, playing board games over coffee in the mornings, embracing winters, and enjoying Wednesday night Survivor together.
Schedule
Friday
September 13, 2024
7:00-10:00PM
Rehearsal Dinner (wedding party)
Location:
Green Hill Vineyards
Dress: Cocktail attire
Saturday
September 14, 2024
4:30-5:30pm
Arrival
Location:
Gold Cup Wine Bar
5:30-6:00pm
Ceremony
Location:
Grand Lawn
6:00-7:00pm
Cocktail Hour
Location:
Culinary Garden
7:00-11:00pm
Reception
Location:
Middleburg Ballroom
Dress: Black Tie
Sunday
September 15, 2024
11:00-3:00 pm
Brunch Reception
Location:
McManus Farm House
600 Battle Mountain Road
Aimisville, VA 20106
Dress: Smart Casual