Rehearsal Dinner

Coco Plum Woman's Club

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

They met the way all great love stories begin - in a crowded, slightly chaotic, 70’s-themed bar in Harlem after matching on Hinge. It was January 2022 at The HoneyWell: disco music playing, cocktails pouring, and somehow in that sea of people, they found each other.Well… almost.Carina forgot her ID and had to sprint back to her apartment around the corner after entering the bar - leaving Garrett convinced she was bailing on him entirely.But she came back, and four hours later, they were still there, wrapped in conversation like the rest of the room had disappeared, and the bar was closing down for the night.Life, timing, and the universe kept their own pace, though. They wouldn’t officially come together until October 15th of that same year, but when they did, something just felt right.To be loved is to be known - and they have never felt more fully seen. They're two nerds at heart who love all the same things: Pokémon battles, late-night anime marathons, nostalgic game soundtracks, all things Disney lore (with Garrett patiently listening and nodding along) and deep-dive conversations about absolutely everything.On August 15th, 2025, surrounded by magic within the deep mountain forests near Kyoto, Japan (and in a bathtub of all places), Garrett asked - and Carina said yes!Now we live our happy little life in New York City with our black cat, Pabu - overlord of the apartment, keeper of chaos, and third member of this love story.This is us - and we can’t wait for all that’s ahead. Thank you for joining us on our special day!

From Hinge to History

Our Story

Photos

Patricia Machado

Joanna Smykowski

Gabriela Figueroa

Zackary Kirchner

Carly Weiss

Michael Kampouris

Alejandra Morales

Eric 'Rick' Shapiro

Vasilios Pagounidis 

Sinead Demetrius

Georgie Isabel Delgado

Constantine Loizides

Frank Modica

Lucy Ofelia Skrande

Simon Carlos Skrande

Abigail Marie Machado

Lincoln Douglas Thomas Kirchner

Wedding Party

Think elevated summer elegance: light, seasonal colors paired with formal fabrics and polished silhouettes. We invite guests to wear floor-length gowns or cocktail dresses, and suits with ties and dress shoes for gentlemen (no tuxedos, please).

Dress Code

Q + A

For our out-of-town guests, we’ve reserved a hotel room block for your convenience. Please click the link to view details and book your stay at the discounted rate. We recommend booking early, as rooms are limited. The link provided will automatically apply our block code. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Hyatt Regency Coral Gables

Travel

Welcome to Miami! For those of you traveling in from out of town, we’re so excited to celebrate with you in a city that means so much to us. We wanted to put together a few of our favorite places throughout the weekend so you can experience the Miami that we've fallen in love with together - along with some of the spots Carina grew up visiting over the years. Things To Do While You're in Miami: Coconut Grove:- Grab breakfast or coffee at <a href="https://chugsdiner.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chug's Diner</a>- Explore <a href="https://cocowalk.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CocoWalk</a> for shopping, restaurants, and cocktails- Relax or take a walk through Peacock Park- Visit <a href="https://vizcaya.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vizcaya Museum &amp; Gardens</a>, one of Miami’s most iconic waterfront landmarks South Miami &amp; Coral Gables:- Spend an afternoon exploring Miracle Mile- Visit <a href="https://fairchildgarden.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden</a>- Stop by <a href="https://honeyveil.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Honey Veil</a> for matcha and coffee- Grab dinner at <a href="https://akashisushi.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Akashi Sushi</a> (Carina's very first Japanese restaurant - still open and famous today) Key Biscayne:- Spend the day at <a href="https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park</a> and visit the historic lighthouse beach (El Farito)- Relax at <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/parks/crandon.asp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crandon Park</a> for calm water, beach walks, and scenic views Wynwood:- Explore <a href="https://thewynwoodwalls.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wynwood Walls</a> and the surrounding art district filled with murals, galleries, bars, and restaurants South Beach:- Walk Ocean Drive and the Art Deco district- Spend the afternoon on the beach or along the Miami Beach boardwalk- Enjoy rooftop drinks, nightlife, and late-night bites Eat well, stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and enjoy every moment. We’re so grateful you’re making the trip to celebrate with us!

Things to Do

Registry

We’re thrilled to welcome you to Miami for our wedding weekend and can’t wait to celebrate together. Friday, July 31Rehearsal Dinner - Wedding Party Only6:30 PM Saturday, August 1Wedding Ceremony &amp; Reception6:00 PM – 11:30 PM Thank you for traveling near and far to be with us. We’re looking forward to making unforgettable memories together.

Weekend Itinerary

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