Our Story

It was Fall of 2013. Erik had just started a new consulting job and Heather was a year into her current job at a surgery clinic. A mutual friend tagged an old college photo with Heather and Erik on Facebook. Reminiscing on the photo, Erik decided to reconnect with Heather and sent her a message — Little did they know that this conversation would lead to something very special...

Heather and Erik first met in the Fall of 2005. They were both starting their sophomore years of college and excited to meet new people. Erik had already noticed Heather around campus and it wasn't long before they finally met at a social gathering. Erik was quick to pursue her and got his first glimpse at what an incredible person Heather was. For the next year they would share many great memories together including a Summer abroad at Loyola's Rome Center. Ultimately things would not work out the first time around and they decided to part ways.

Fast forward 7 years to the Fall of 2013 — A part of Erik always knew Heather was the one for him. When they finally met up again after 7 years he only confirmed his belief. From their second "first date" and over the next 3 years they would go on many dinners, explore cities across the US, and spend quality time with each other's family. They both knew that this time it was meant to be.

In the Spring of 2016, Erik decided to take her back to the place where they first met. Only this time, he wanted to ask her to spend the rest of their lives together.
She said yes!

09.08.17

The Wedding

Dear Family and Friends,

We are excited that you made it to our website. We look forward to celebrating our wedding with you in the Windy City!

With love,
Heather & Erik

Ceremony

Holy Name Cathedral
730 N Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60611


Some free parking is available in the Cathedral lot across State Street.

Reception

River Roast
315 N LaSalle Dr
Chicago, IL 60654


Valet Parking available.

Accommodations

For your convenience, we have blocked rooms at the following hotels in the River North neighborhood. Each hotel is within a block or two of the reception and about 10 blocks (1/2 mile) from the Cathedral. Please be sure to make your reservations before August 7th to receive the group rate.

Wedding Party

Tiffany Villarin
Maid of Honor
Sister

Emily Kitchin
Bridesmaid
Best friend since grade school

Marriane Ugarte
Bridesmaid
Friend from college

Anna Julia Berg
Bridesmaid
Friend from college

Emeka Chike-Obi
Best Man
Best friend from high school

Joe Julian
Groomsman
Friend from college

Rus Pascual
Groomsman
Friend from college

Ryan Barbin
Groomsman
Friend from college

Contact Us

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

Heather: hlvillarin@gmail.com
Erik: erik.restificar@gmail.com

Registry

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See You Soon!