Real Wedding Wednesdays: Amy Stevenson and Gabe Macis

Amy and Gabe Mathis met during their first week of college at the University of Dayton and became good friends before they officially started dating in 2011. It wouldn’t be until a snowy Saturday in December 2017 that Gabe made plans for the couple to go out to a very special brunch. 

“We walked around after [brunch], and he proposed on a pretty street in German Village,” Amy says. The couple returned to their apartment to find a gathering of their family and friends, who were waiting with Champagne to celebrate. 

Highlights from the wedding included a dessert table made entirely by Gabe’s Italian family. “It was so special to us—they totally embraced our themes, with gold details on every single treat,” Amy says. The night also featured a special performance. 

“Gabe's brother is a real-life Michael Jackson impersonator, so the band made him get on stage to perform a song, full dance moves and everything!” Amy adds of their wedding day. “He even ended up performing a second song when guests wouldn't let him leave the stage. It was so fun and something we will remember forever.” 

The Details

Wedding date: June 1, 2019 

Wedding colors: Gold, white and hints of pale pink 

Attendants: Seven bridesmaids and seven groomsmen 

Bride wore: Gown from La Jeune Mariee and accessories from BHLDN 

Hair and makeup: Sarah W. Hair Design and ARC Artistry 

Groom wore: Suit from Generation Tux 

Bridesmaids wore: Gowns from Bella Bridesmaids (Rocky River, Ohio)

Groomsmen wore: Suits from Generation Tux 

Ceremony: Holy Cross Catholic Church 

Reception: Ohio Statehouse 

Caterer: Milo’s Catering 

Desserts: Cake by Michele Ciminello and a cookie table by Gabe’s family 

Florist: Michele Ciminello 

Photographer: Kismet Visuals 

Videographer: Columbus Wedding Videos 

Invitations: DIYed by bridesmaid Kimberly Purdy 

Reception tunes: The Chuck Taylors