Emily and Matthew's Proposal

Together with their families

Emily & Matthew

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May 9, 2026

Old Louisiana State Capitol • Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Our Love Story

Emily and Matthew at their first date event at LSU
November 19, 2021

First Meeting

Emily and Matthew met in the fall of his first, and her last, year of grad school at LSU. This is one of their first date events together!

Emily's graduation from LSU MBA program with Matthew and Doobie
May 2022

Emily's Graduation

Emily graduates from the LSU MBA program! Matthew and Doobie hopped into some of the grad pics!

Emily and Matthew in front of the Dallas sign during Matthew's first visit
July 2022

Long Distance Begins

Emily leaves Baton Rouge and moves to Dallas, TX, now beginning their long-distance relationship. This was Matthew's first visit after the move!

Emily and Matthew at LSU Tiger Stadium during football season
October 2022

Geaux Tigers!

Lots of commuting for Emily and Matthew while dating long distance, but any excuse to watch the Tigers play is well worth the drive!

Emily and Matthew dressed up for a wedding celebration
April 2023

Wedding Season Begins

The first of many weddings together!

Emily and Matthew at Disney World in front of Cinderella Castle
August 2023

First Couple's Trip

The first couple's trip! Emily and Matthew visited his family in Jacksonville, Florida and made a pitstop at Disney World!

Doobie sunbathing on the balcony of Matthew's new Dallas apartment
January 2024

Matthew Moves to Dallas

Matthew moves to Dallas! Him and Emily were too busy unpacking to take pictures, but thankfully captured a picture of Doobie sunbathing on his new balcony!

Matthew enjoying their first meal in their new house with Doobie, using a side table as their dining surface
June 2024

First House Together

Emily and Matthew started renting their first house together! This was their first meal - pre-coffee or dining table.

Emily and Matthew enjoying football season at a Dallas entertainment venue
October 2024

Football Season Away From Home

Emily and Matthew's first football season away from home together. Emily showed Matthew all of the go-to watch spots, like Texas Live!, Dodies, and Truckyard!

Matthew proposing to Emily on one knee by a lake with Emily covering her mouth in surprise
February 1, 2025

The Proposal

Matthew pops the question in the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden!

"Every love story is beautiful, but ours is our favorite."

The Venue

Old Louisiana State Capitol

Old Louisiana State Capitol

Where we'll celebrate our special day

Old Louisiana State Capitol

Known as the "Castle on the River," the Old Louisiana State Capitol stands as a testament to Gothic Revival architecture and the rich history of Louisiana. With its stunning stained glass dome, spiral staircase, and ornate details, this National Historic Landmark provides the perfect backdrop for Emily and Matthew's elegant celebration.

100 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Ceremony begins at 4:00 PM

Complimentary valet parking available for guests

Accommodations

We have reserved room blocks at the following hotels for our wedding guests:

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

201 Lafayette St, Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Use code: BUECHE-ADAMS

Watermark Baton Rouge

150 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Use code: EMILY-MATT

Wedding Day Schedule

Ceremony

4:00 PM

Join us as we exchange vows in the historic Senate Chamber

Cocktail Hour

5:00 PM

Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the West Lawn

Dinner & Reception

6:30 PM

Celebrate with dinner, dancing, and festivities in the Rotunda

Dress Code

Elevated Cocktail • No ties required

Second Line Parade

10:00 PM

Join our traditional New Orleans-style celebration through downtown

After Party

10:30 PM

Continue the celebration at Tsunami Rooftop (optional)

Registry

Our Zola Registry

Your presence at our wedding is present enough! However, for friends and family who have been asking for gift ideas, we've created an online registry!

View Our Registry

Wedding Playlist

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Please keep song requests appropriate for all ages. We'll do our best to include as many requests as possible, but the final playlist will be curated by Emily, Matthew, and their DJ.

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