Last but certainly not least… Meet Emma and Andrew, this week’s SK Love Story feature and our last feature of the month of looove! Ever since meeting the new old-fashioned way (thank the heavens for modern technology!), these two were inseparable. We had the privilege and honor of creating a very special ring to match their unique love story. Read on for Emma and Andrew’s sweet journey to the alter, and beyond!
Names: Emma and Andrew Lovitt
Current Location: Chicago
Meeting Date & Location: Bumble
Wedding Date & Location: 12.04.21 in Chicago at The Publishing House
So! How did you lovebirds meet?
Emma: We connected on Bumble and chatted via text and an occasional phone call for almost 2 months before actually meeting in person. Our first real date was at The Birds Nest in Lincoln Park. We were there for almost 4 hours sharing pitchers of Coors Light and wings. It was super chill and no pressure at all. It felt like we had known each other our entire lives. We ended up finding out we had A LOT in common like my dad and his mom growing up about 3 blocks away from one another in Arlington Heights. Once we met in person that was it. We both felt an overwhelming connection to each other and neither of us wanted to go home.
The proposal… Tell us the story!
Andrew: I proposed on the 23rd of December strategically right before another holiday with our families. I had the ring for a couple of months and felt like the 23rd was the perfect night to do it. Emma and I typically do something special together the night before Christmas Eve so we have time to ourselves before all of the family craziness. She expressed wanting a low-key and at-home proposal, so that was easy to accommodate. I sat her down in our family room and told her how much she means to me and how much I love her, how she changed my life and is the most wonderful person I know, and of course that I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with her. She was so mesmerized by the ring that I think she forgot to say yes, but she said “I do” on our wedding day so I think we’re good.
What is your favorite thing about each other?
Emma: Andrew is the whole package. I love that he challenges me and has the same interests. He’s my best friend and we love doing everything together. He makes the best cocktails and does everything the right way. I can truly count on him for anything and life is so exciting with him by my side.
Andrew: Emma is the kindest and funniest person I know. She keeps me laughing with her humourous and smart outlook on life. She’s dependable and loyal and I’m so lucky I get to spend my life with her.
How did you know your partner was the one?
Emma: I knew shortly after we met. I never wanted to leave when we were together and when we were apart, I couldn’t wait to see him again. I still feel that way.
Andrew: I knew the first time we met. I had never met anyone like Emma before and I knew she was someone special.
How did you choose your ring bling!?
Emma: I’m obsessed with Sofia Kaman so I knew I wanted her to make my ring. Her organic and whimsical designs were exactly what I was looking for. We got engaged in the era of the oval diamond so picking something other than oval was important to me. I ended up choosing the most gorgeous Asscher cut stone set in an NSEW setting. It’s stunning.
Andrew: Emma did all the hard work here. I wanted her to have exactly what she wanted and I had no idea where to begin.
Do you have any advice for ring shopping?!
Emma: Go with your gut. I didn’t pick the “trendiest” ring but I’m so happy with what I chose. The most important thing is that you love it.
Andrew: Let your partner pick exactly what they want. Emma didn’t want the ring to be a surprise, she had a clear vision of what she wanted so she handled that part of it. Sofia reached out when all of the details were squared away to move forward with the next steps.
If you could add anything to your SK collection, what would it be?
Emma: The Mystic Opal Ring is to die for.
Two words: the wedding! How was your experience?
Emma: We had a relatively small, cozy winter wedding with about 60 people this past December. We rented out The Publishing House in Chicago for two nights and had our aunts, uncles, siblings and parents stay with us there. Our ceremony was across the street at The Hyatt House rooftop. Very risky having an outdoor ceremony in December, but it was 42 degrees and the most magical sunset you could imagine. It was perfect.
Boka Catering Group showed up with the most amazing surf and turf stations and incredible passed apps. Instead of signature cocktails, we had our favorite selection of booze including Blue Label and Veuve. Toni Patisserie in Hinsdale did our delicious Italian buttermilk cream cake. After speeches and food at The Publishing House, we rented several stretch Escalade Limos to limo everyone to a secret location for an epic house party. We had a DJ, Portillo’s hot dogs and beef, an open bar and balloons everywhere from Luft Balloons. The whole day was incredible and props to our amazing coordinator, Jen, who pulled it all off.
Andrew: Emma did everything – I owe all the credit to her. It was the best weekend of our lives.
Alright, what is next for you two?!
We’re just so happy to be married! It feels great and we look forward to what’s next. We still need to plan our honeymoon which we’re thinking of doing in the fall. 2-weeks in Italy! We want to have kids eventually but right now we’re just loving our life as a married couple. It’s bliss!
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