{"id":47131,"date":"2024-05-01T18:00:12","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T23:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/?p=47131"},"modified":"2025-03-18T09:56:01","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T14:56:01","slug":"sun-kissed-al-fresco-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/sun-kissed-al-fresco-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"Bride Wears a Rita Vinieris Gown at Her Sun-Kissed Al Fresco Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_47194\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-47194\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-47194 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-44.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom pose for their sun-kissed al fresco wedding by the Colorado River.\" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-44.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-44-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-47194\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Marco Wang Photography | Venue &amp; Catering: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hyatt.com\/hyatt-regency\/en-US\/auslp-hyatt-regency-lost-pines-resort-and-spa\/meetings?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hyatt Regency Lost Pine Resort &amp; Spa<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rachel and Justin&#8217;s love story began with a chance encounter on a dating app. The couple\u2019s first date in November, 2020 sparked an instant connection. Rachel says, &#8220;we were inseparable ever since, and we both knew we found our person.&#8221;<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">From the start, Rachel and Justin often talked about their future together, eager to begin their lives as a married couple. In March 2022, Justin orchestrated the perfect proposal atop the Ferris wheel at the Houston Rodeo. &#8220;It&#8217;s a total blur, but it was also total bliss,&#8221; the bride says. After their magical ride, friends and family waited below to greet the two with a confetti celebration.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">On March 4, 2023, Rachel and Justin exchanged vows at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/hyatt-regency-lost-pines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa<\/a>. The bride was glowing in a Rita Vinieris gown for the intimate, sun-kissed al fresco ceremony overlooking the Colorado River.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The luxurious venue\u2019s elegant ballroom provided the ideal backdrop for Rachel and Justin&#8217;s sophisticated ballroom reception. Blooming white florals and glowing candles decorated the reception tables, while light blue, white and black d\u00e9cor dotted the event space. &#8220;My absolute favorite part of the night was our private last dance before we departed, to \u2018Fly Me to the Moon\u2019 by Frank Sinatra,&#8221; the bride says. The newlyweds concluded the magical evening with a festive bubble send-off.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Congratulations, Rachel + Justin!<\/p>\n<p>Keep scrolling to see more intimate captures from the couple&#8217;s sun-kissed al fresco wedding amidst the Texas scenery.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47191 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-11.jpg\" alt=\"White and light blue wedding stationery are surrounded by white flower petals.\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-11.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-11-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47189 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-5.jpg\" alt=\"The groom wipes his tears as her reads a letter from the bride. \" width=\"660\" height=\"825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-5.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-5-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47192 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-20.jpg\" alt=\"The bride sits in a chair as she reads a letter from the groom. \" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-20.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-20-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47193 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-34.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and her father share a hug before walking down the aisle. \" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-34.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-34-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47197 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-60.jpg\" alt=\"The bridesmaids hold the bride's wedding dress train as they walk to the outside ceremony.\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-60.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-60-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47199 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-75.jpg\" alt=\"The father of the bride escorts his daughter down the aisle to the altar. \" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-75.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-75-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47200 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-80.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom exchange vows with a sunk-kissed al fresco wedding by the Colorado River.\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-80.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-80-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47190 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-8.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom share a kiss at their sun-kissed al fresco wedding at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort &amp; Spa.\" width=\"660\" height=\"825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-8.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-8-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47195 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-49.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom stand outdoors of their wedding venue in the Texas hill country.\" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-49.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-49-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47196 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-53.jpg\" alt=\"The bride wears a Rita Vinieris designer gown for her sun-kissed al fresco wedding day.\" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-53.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-53-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47202 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-89.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom pet their dog at their sun-kissed wedding. \" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-89.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-89-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47201 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-88.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom smile with their wedding party outside their wedding venue, Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort &amp; Spa.\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-88.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-88-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47203 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-91.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom share a kiss under a white floral instillation at their sun-kissed al fresco wedding.\" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-91.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-91-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47204 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-96.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding guests enjoy a sun-kissed al fresco cocktail hour before the reception.\" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-96.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-96-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47205 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-97.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom hold hands as they walk into their ballroom wedding reception.\" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-97.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-97-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47198 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-65.jpg\" alt=\"A blue and white checkered dance floor and neon sign decorate the reception space. \" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-65.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-65-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47206 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-104.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and her parents watch the groom and his mother share their first dance. \" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-104.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-104-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47207 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-122.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom share a kiss under a neon sign that says their last name.\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-122.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-122-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47208 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-129.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom hold hands as they exit their wedding with a bubble send-off.\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-129.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-129-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47188 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-2.jpg\" alt=\"The groom dips the bride and gives her a kiss. \" width=\"660\" height=\"825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-2.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RachelJustin_Marco-Wang-Photography_Hyatt-Lost-Pines-2-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>&#8220;Bride Wears a Rita Vinieris Gown at Her Sun-Kissed Al Fresco Wedding&#8221; Spotlight WiH Partners &#8211; Venue &amp; Catering: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/hyatt-regency-lost-pines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort &amp; Spa<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><em>Contributors- Photo: Marco Wang Photography \/&nbsp;<span class=\"TextRun SCXW199951478 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW199951478 BCX0\">Keely Thorne Events \/ Johanna Terry Events \/ Rita Vinieris \/ Ivory Bridal Atelier \/ Over the Moon Bridal Boutique \/ Kuhl-Linscomb \/ Creative Table Weddings \/ The Drywater Band \/ Katie &amp; Co. \/ Lovelykind Beauty \/ Deutsch Fine Jewelry \/ Korman Fine Jewelry<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"TextRun SCXW199951478 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW199951478 BCX0\">\/ Spray Hou&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW199951478 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rachel and Justin&#8217;s love story began with a chance encounter on a dating app. The couple\u2019s first date in November, 2020 sparked an instant connection. 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