Aryelle & Charlie in Grand Rapids, MI

After Charlie Howe proposed to Aryelle Skidmore over coffee one morning, a palette of espresso, chocolate-brown and soft greens started to pull together the look of their summer wedding. The Bride Aryelle Skidmore, 26, pursing a career in criminal justice The Groom Charles (Charlie) Howe, 32, self-employed The Date August 27 Blind dates may rarely work out, but that wasn't the case for Aryelle and Charlie. Five years after being set up by his sister-in-law, Charlie got down on one knee as he and Aryelle were starting their day with a cup of coffee. It may not have been intentional, but the bride-to-be was soon picking out invitations and bridesmaid dresses in a very appropriate color –- espresso.