Our Ceremony
Sophie and Nicky will be exchanging vows in a small, intimate ceremony surrounded by family in Garrapata State Park.
The Venue
Sophie and Nicky will exchange vows at Garrapata State Park, along the Soberanes Point Trail — a gem on the Big Sur coast. The spot overlooks rugged cliffs, sea-carved rocks, and wildflowers. It’s a place where the coastline feels untouched, dramatic, and deeply peaceful.
The ceremony will be short and intimate, a standing gathering surrounded by close family and the natural beauty of the ocean. The trailhead is about 15-20 minutes south of Carmel-by-the-Sea, just off Highway 1. Please note that cell service is extremely limited, and parking is minimal, so guests are encouraged to plan ahead and take in the scenic drive along the coast.
Once Upon a Time
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HOW THEY MET
It all began at Nicky’s 20th birthday party in San Luis Obispo. Sophie was visiting her high school friends — who happened to be Nicky’s roommates — when she met the birthday boy himself, wearing a panda tank top, grass hula skirt, a fedora, and sunglasses (a strong first impression!). Sparks flew instantly, and by the end of the night, they shared their first kiss… before it was hilariously interrupted by Nicky’s twin sister, Katie.
THE ADVENTURE BEGINS
Three years later, fate brought them back together when Nicky packed his bags and made the move to San Diego. It didn’t take long for the two to reconnect, fall for each other, and start making memories that would take them around the world. From scuba diving in Belize, to exploring Ecuador, Panama, Mexico, Ireland, Portugal, England, New York, Maine, Oregon, Washington, and Arizona (just to name a few!), their adventures big and small became the heartbeat of their relationship.
MAKING A HOME
Before long, Nicky found the perfect little beach bungalow in Ocean Beach, CA — and it wasn’t long before Sophie (and her cat, Karma) joined him. Even before they had a couch, Nicky brought home their first dog, Goose, and soon after, their second pup, Teddy. Between house projects, beach walks, and countless cozy evenings, the two built not just a home, but a life filled with love, laughter, and a few too many sandy paw prints.
THE PROPOSAL
In true Nicky fashion, he had a plan — a surprise trip to San José del Cabo. On their first morning, he woke Sophie up at 5:00 a.m. to watch the sunrise over the ocean. As the sky turned golden, Nicky got down on one knee and asked Sophie to marry him. She said “Of course!” — followed by an ecstatic happy dance and a sunrise surf session to celebrate.
Photo Gallery
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“When they told me they were getting married, I wagged so hard I almost fell over. I’m just happy my family’s making it official. I love love. And also treats.”
“I don’t know why they need a big day to celebrate — I’ve been celebrating them every morning by sitting in increasingly weird positions and staring lovingly until they feed me.”
The Details
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RSVP
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