Ashley & Michael in Chicago, IL

Ashley and Michael met through Ashley’s brother, who worked for Michael. Once they were introduced, it was obvious to Ashley that Michael was interested in her; he kept showing up for haircuts at the salon where she worked! The Bride Ashley Granfeldt, 30, hair stylist The Groom Michael Neri, 31, business owner The Date June 6 Michael asked Ashley on quite a few dates before she actually accepted one of his invitations. But that first, casual date changed everything. Five-and-a-half years later, Michael and Ashley were passing around presents with Ashley’s family on Christmas Eve when he told her he had one more gift for her -- an engagement ring. The couple had a year-and-a-half-long engagement and used all 18 months to plan their day.