Presley and Paul’s modern romance, initiated by dating app Hinge, made them realize how deeply connected they were even before they’d ever met. Checking Presley’s profile, Paul was astonished to discover that she was a teacher at Yellowstone Academy—a school his parents founded to serve underprivileged children in Houston. It also turns out that Presley’s and Paul’s parents had known each other for years. It was love at first swipe—all it took was one date, and the pair knew this was it. Paul’s surprise proposal caught Presley completely off guard, and boy did it work! While Presley had expected him to propose on multiple “ideal” occasions, it wasn’t until the end of their summer trip to Aspen, Colo., that Paul found the perfect moment to ask her to spend forever with him. As for their winter wedding at The Corinthian, “It was a dream,” Presley says, noting that downtown Houston’s magnificent neoclassical venue “was transformed into something way beyond anything I could have imagined.” The mix of white flowers with organic greenery was the perfect combination. Favorite moments? “Getting on stage to dance with the band, and doing the Aggie War Hymn with all of my college friends!”

VENDOR DETAILS
Venue: The Corinthian
Catering: Jackson and Company
Baker: Susie’s Cakes & Confections
Bridal Accessories: Ivory Bridal Atelier
Bridesmaid Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids
Rings: Zadok Jewelers
Registry: Kuhl-Linscomb
Photography: Kelli Durham Photography
Honeymoon: Dominica