{"id":43605,"date":"2023-08-17T17:19:01","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T22:19:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/?p=43605"},"modified":"2024-09-06T10:51:07","modified_gmt":"2024-09-06T15:51:07","slug":"houston-couple-says-i-do-with-a-twilight-wedding-ceremony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/houston-couple-says-i-do-with-a-twilight-wedding-ceremony\/","title":{"rendered":"Houston Couple Says &#8220;I Do&#8221; With A Twilight Wedding Ceremony"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_43654\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-43654\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-43654 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-50-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"814\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-50-1.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-50-1-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-43654\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Chris Bailey Photography | Cakes: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.susiescakes.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie&#8217;s Cakes<\/a> | Videography: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cinematicsaviors.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cinematic Saviors<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Melanie and Adam&#8217;s story began on a dating app like so many modern romances. The pair made an exception to their usual first-date rule and opted for dinner over drinks. After hours of conversation and bonding over a mutual love for the University of Michigan, the pair knew they had discovered something special.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>In July 2021, a getaway to Vail, Colorado, opened the door for the next chapter in the couple&#8217;s love story. While stopping to soak in the breathtaking views at Vail Pass, Adam got down on one knee and proposed at 11,036 feet. Luckily, an incognito professional photographer captured the romantic moments.<\/p>\n<p>On November 12, 2022, Melanie and Adam said &#8220;I Do&#8221; in a Houston wedding decorated in ivory, gold and black hues. Before walking down the aisle, the couple and their wedding party enjoyed a small football watch party in the hotel venue&#8217;s lobby bar. The bride says, &#8220;I was getting a lot of looks from other hotel guests sitting in there watching Michigan football in my gown and veil with a glass of champagne in hand. It was really fun to hang out with our family and wedding party in a casual and intimate way before officially beginning the wedding.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>After the sunset, friends and loved ones gathered aside a grand oak tree glowing with string lights for a romantic twilight ceremony. Light bites and speciality cocktails named after Melanie and Adam&#8217;s beloved pets followed the heartfelt vows. The festivities continued with an elegant ballroom reception filled with dancing and laughter. The bride says, &#8220;After the speeches and toasts, our dads surprised us by appearing in costumes and singing a song in front of everyone. It was hilarious and totally unexpected.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>After dining and dancing, the couple cut into a delicious four-tier buttercream cake decorated with dainty florals by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/susies-cakes-confections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie&#8217;s Cakes<\/a>. As for the groom&#8217;s cake, guests enjoyed a stunning replica of the groom&#8217;s espresso machine featuring two cups personalized with the couple&#8217;s names.<\/p>\n<p>As Melanie and Adam made their grand exit, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/cs-wedding-co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cinematic Saviors<\/a> captured all the joyous moments.<\/p>\n<p>Continue scrolling for the details of Melanie and Adam&#8217;s autumn wedding in Houston.<\/p>\n<p>Congratulations, Melanie and Adam!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43606 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-4-copy.jpg\" alt=\"An white and gold invitation suite with a save the date, his and her vow books and a bottle of ros\u00e9.\" width=\"660\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-4-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-4-copy-300x260.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43608 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-10-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The inside of a Kippah reading &quot;Wedding of Melanie &amp; Adam Feldman, November 12, 2022&quot;\" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-10-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-10-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43609 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-11-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A white Chuppah with white and green floral arrangements in front of a lit up oak tree. \" width=\"660\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-11-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-11-copy-300x242.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43625 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-57-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and her bridesmaids in black dresses holding white and green bouquets smiling in front of the lit-up oak tree. \" width=\"660\" height=\"505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-57-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-57-copy-300x230.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43622 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-49-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom smiling outside. The bride is holding a bouquet with white florals and greenery. \" width=\"660\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-49-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-49-copy-261x300.jpg 261w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43621 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-46-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom laughing while hugging after their first look.\" width=\"660\" height=\"689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-46-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-46-copy-287x300.jpg 287w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-46-copy-32x32.jpg 32w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43623 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-55-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride smiling at the groom with her veil over them. \" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-55-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-55-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43644 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-59-copy-1.jpg\" alt=\"The groom smiling with his groomsmen. \" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-59-copy-1.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-59-copy-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43629 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-73-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride walking down the aisle with her parents at nighttime. \" width=\"660\" height=\"716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-73-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-73-copy-277x300.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43630 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-74-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride smiling at the groom during their twilight wedding ceremony in front of a lit oak tree. \" width=\"660\" height=\"947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-74-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-74-copy-209x300.jpg 209w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43631 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-78-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom cheering as they walk back down the aisle of their outdoor twilight wedding ceremony.\" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-78-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-78-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43610 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-12-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A framed signature cocktail menu with the couple's dogs on them. The cocktails are &quot;Ziggy's Frenchie 75&quot; and &quot;Norman's Old Fashioned.&quot;\" width=\"660\" height=\"592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-12-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-12-copy-300x269.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43616 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-20-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The ballroom reception with white tables and gold chairs and green and white floral arrangements.\" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-20-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-20-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43617 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-24-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A round reception table with a centerpiece of greenery and white florals. \" width=\"660\" height=\"761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-24-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-24-copy-260x300.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43611 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-14-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A photo of the bride and groom and the table number in front of a white and green floral arrangement. \" width=\"660\" height=\"873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-14-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-14-copy-227x300.jpg 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43633 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-81-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom dancing on their custom dance floor with the band playing behind them.\" width=\"660\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-81-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-81-copy-296x300.jpg 296w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-81-copy-32x32.jpg 32w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-81-copy-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-81-copy-64x64.jpg 64w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-81-copy-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43634 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-88-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom laughing at the reception table. \" width=\"660\" height=\"794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-88-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-88-copy-249x300.jpg 249w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43635 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-90-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom kissing while sitting at the reception table. \" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-90-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-90-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43614 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-18-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The top two tier of the cake with floral detailing by Susie's Cakes.\" width=\"660\" height=\"836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-18-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-18-copy-237x300.jpg 237w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43615 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-19-copy.jpg\" alt=\"An espresso machine groom's cake with coffee beans and coffee mugs with Melanie and Adam's names on them. \" width=\"660\" height=\"837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-19-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-19-copy-237x300.jpg 237w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43645 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-93-copy-1.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom holding hands while being lifted in their chairs during the reception.\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-93-copy-1.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-93-copy-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43638 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-105-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom hugging during a private last dance. \" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-105-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-105-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43639 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-106-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom hugging during a private last dance.\" width=\"660\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-106-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-106-copy-252x300.jpg 252w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43640 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-109-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom kissing during a bubble send off. The bride changed into a pink floral dress. Guests are cheering on either side of them.\" width=\"660\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-109-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/staging.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/MelanieAdam_SusiesCakes_Houstonian_ChrisBaileyPhotography-109-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>&#8220;Houston Couple Says &#8220;I Do&#8221; With A Twilight Wedding Ceremony&#8221; Spotlight WiH Partners- Cakes: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/susies-cakes-confections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie&#8217;s Cakes<\/a> | Videography: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/cs-wedding-co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cinematic Saviors<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><em>Contributing Vendors- Photo: Chris Bailey Photography \/ The Houstonian Hotel, Club &amp; Spa \/ En Vogue Events \/ Events de Luxe \/ Now &amp; Forever Bridal Boutique \/ Hayley Paige \/ Divisi Strings \/ Houston Invitation Service \/ Royal Dukes Band \/ Pryme Beauty \/ Megan Marie Calligraphy \/ Ham &amp; Cheese Photobooth \/ Houston Wedding Floors<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Melanie and Adam&#8217;s story began on a dating app like so many modern romances. The pair made an exception to their usual first-date rule and opted for dinner over drinks. After hours of conversation and bonding over a mutual love for the University of Michigan, the pair knew they had discovered something special. 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