Autumn & Mark in Cleveland, OH

Mark came to Ohio University to get his masters degree, but he got more than he expected when he met his future wife there as well. The two quickly began dating following their introduction, and later tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony. The Bride Autumn Ziemba, 27, news anchor The Groom Mark McKenzie, 29, advertising copy writer The Date October 1 After nearly four years of dating, Mark was certain he’d be proposing to Autumn soon -- he just needed a sign that it was time to make the big move. Jeweler friends had suggested a trip to New York to look at engagement rings, so when an old fraternity brother invited Mark on an impromptu trip to the Big Apple, the pensive groom-to-be knew it was time. He picked out the perfect ring on his secret trip, and popped the question soon after he returned to Cleveland. “Mark and I chose a fall wedding -- it’s a favorite time of year for both of us and, also the same month as our birthdays,” Autumn explains. The two then selected complementary fall colors -- cranberry and champagne -- to highlight the season.