A Little About Us

How did you meet?
We actually met online through a dating site called, Hinge. We talked for about a week and then went on our first date at this bar called Hometown Heroes.

Who made the first move?
Alex made the first move online then Akilah asked Alex out on a date.

What first attracted you to each other?
Alex: Her name, her smile, and her height (or lack thereof)
Akilah: In his main photo he had on a really nice suit and a very bright smile.

What is your favorite memory with each other?
Alex: The first 10 minutes of our catamaran cruise in Jamaica...right before the torrential down pour.
Akilah: There are a ton of favorite memories I could share but here are a few: Our annual trips down to southern California for Labor Day. Parasailing in Jamaica. On my birthday we took a dinner cruise that went past the golden gate bridge and we wanted to take a picture but it turns out it is way too windy out there. Us trying to walk out there and take a picture was pure comedy though.

What is your favorite way of spending time together?
Alex: Going to fancy restaurants, trying different foods and good conversation
Akilah: Sitting on our very comfortable couch, watching either a movie or a tv show and making jokes/comments about what's going on. We are always laughing

How did you get engaged?
A surprise proposal on the beach in Santa Monica!

Why did you decide on a destination wedding?
We love the beach and to travel. A destination wedding made the most sense for us.