WEDDING DAY

CEREMONY

Sterling Hotel by Wedgewood Weddings

RECEPTION

Fall

Our Wedding

Our Love Story

The Invisible String Theory

They say there’s an invisible string.A thread that ties two souls together long before they ever meet.You don’t see it.You don’t feel it. And then one day the string tightens.And two people who were always meant to find each other… finally do. This is a story about that string.

In early 2021,

Pearl had moved to Sacramento — a new city, a new job, and a quiet promise to herself: no dating, no distractions. Love was the last thing on her mind. Then came Valentine’s Day. Instead of dating apps or distractions, she sat alone in her room and prayed. She wrote a list on her notes app — everything she hoped to find in a partner one day — and asked God that when the time was right, he’d appear. No chasing. No timelines. Just trust. A few weeks later, she joined a random Zoom meeting for work. And that’s when she saw him. Niko. He was all business — serious, focused, not one for small talk. Until, in passing, he mentioned something about Arkansas Razorbacks. Pearl was surprised,“Wait… you’re from Arkansas?” It turned out he had gone to college just thirty minutes from where she grew up — yet somehow, they met for the first time hundreds of miles away, through a screen, in California. Exactly one month later, Niko sent her an email.He asked if she wanted to grab coffee and study for their licensing exams.Pearl said yes — thinking it was nothing more than a simple excuse to leave the house and finally meet a coworker in person. But that coffee date became the beginning of everything. From the moment they sat down, the conversation flowed like they’d known each other in another life. It felt natural. Easy. Familiar in a way that couldn’t be explained. They had so much in common. Still, Pearl kept her guard up. She never dated coworkers. And she wasn’t ready for anything serious. But something about Niko was different — kind, intentional, quietly thoughtful. He remembered the little things. He made her laugh, made her feel safe. Made her feel seen. Time passed, and so did the seasons — until, a year later, Niko asked her to be his Valentine. And in that quiet, full-circle moment… she knew.&nbsp;He was everything she had written on that list.&nbsp;&nbsp;And the man she prayed for was standing right in front of her.&nbsp;

The Proposal 

Exactly three years from the day they had their very first coffee date, Niko made dinner plans.Or so Pearl thought. What she didn’t know was that he had something else in mind. Instead of heading to a restaurant, he brought her to the beach — one of their favorite places.The sun was beginning to set.A picnic was waiting. Her favorite foods.A peaceful moment. Just the two of them. And then, Niko got down on one knee…and asked the question:“Will you marry me?” She happily said yes —and in that moment,the invisible string that had always tied them togetherfinally became a knot.

Our Story

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Photobooth Album

Our Song

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Wedding Party

Black Tie (Tux Optional)Tuxedos are welcome but not required—a suit and tie is absolutely appropriate. We kindly encourage guests to dress in formal evening wear: long gowns, elegant cocktail dresses, or anything that feels elevated and timeless.

Think Elegant, Romantic, Chic, Timeless Length: Midi or MaxiColor: See image above for example

Think Timeless, Elevated, Classic Tuxedo (optional), dark suit &amp; tie, or formal jacket and dress pantsColor: Black or dark neutrals preferred

Attire

Q + A

Located inside the beautifully restored Public Market Building, this Sacramento hotel is near area points of interest and provides comfortable accommodations and modern amenities, in the heart of the city. Guests can then enjoy a restful night's sleep on the hotel's signature Sweet Sleeper beds. Offering air conditioning, all rooms include a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a work desk, and an private bathroom with a hairdryer, a bathrobe, and free toiletries. After a long day in the city, guests at the Sheraton Sacramento can have a delicious meal at one of the 3 on-site restaurants or relax in the outdoor swimming pool. The Sheraton Grand Sacramento is ideally located across from the Sacramento Convention Center and is only one block from the state Capitol building. A number of museums, golf courses, restaurants and shopping centers can also be found nearby.

Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel

Attractively set in Sacramento, Sterling Hotel has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 18 miles from University of California, Davis, a 12-minute walk from California State Capitol and Museum and one mile from California State Railroad Museum. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, rooms have a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Sterling Hotel also feature a city view. The rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Sterling Hotel offers 3-star accommodations with a hot tub. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Sacramento Convention Center, Sacramento Valley Amtrak Station and California Capitol Building. Sacramento International Airport is 9.3 miles from the property.

The Sterling Hotel

Attractively set in the center of Sacramento, The Exchange Sacramento, Curio Collection By Hilton has air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located 17 miles from University of California, Davis. The rooms at the hotel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at The Exchange Sacramento, Curio Collection By Hilton can enjoy an American breakfast. There's an in-house bar and guests can also use the business area. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Sacramento Valley Amtrak Station, California State Railroad Museum and Crocker Art Museum. Sacramento International Airport is 9.3 miles from the property.

The Exchange Sacramento, Curio Collection by Hilton

Nestled on the Sacramento River across from historic Old Town Sacramento, Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade offers spacious suites with a separate living area. Entertainment venue Golden 1 Center is 10 minutes’ walk away. The 2-room suites at Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade offer two 42-inch flat-screen cable TVs with movie channels. Suites also include a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. This hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast every morning. For light meals, salads and pizza guests can visit Marketplace Café. The Crocker Art Museum is 5 minutes’ walk away from the property. The California State Capitol Museum is 1 mi away from Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade

Located in Sacramento, Tapestry By Hilton The Fort Sutter Hotel Sacramento, Ca offers 4-star accommodations with a fitness center and a bar. The property is around 19 miles from University of California, Davis, 1.5 miles from Sacramento Convention Center and 1.7 miles from California Capitol Building. The property has room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The rooms at Tapestry By Hilton The Fort Sutter Hotel Sacramento, Ca have air conditioning and a desk. An à la carte, continental or American breakfast is served at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. California State Capitol and Museum is 1.8 miles from Tapestry By Hilton The Fort Sutter Hotel Sacramento, Ca, while Sacramento Valley Amtrak Station is 2.2 miles from the property. Sacramento International Airport is 11 miles away.

Pearl & Niko

Pearl & Niko

Registry

Your presence on our wedding day is the greatest gift, but if you’d like to bless us with something extra, we’ve put together this registry of things that will help us build our home. Thank you for being part of our journey!