Jason & Seth in Chicago, IL

Soon after finding each other online at PlanetOut.com, Jason and Seth realized they had a lot in common. They met in person, dated, and after living together for five years, decided to get engaged. The Groom Jason Hoffmann, 32, associate media director The Groom Seth Barron, 28, vertical operations The Date October 21 The two commissioned their jeweler friend to design their rings, and once the bands were ready, Seth and Jason were officially engaged. With an emphasis on food, wine, and their love for one another, the couple planned their Chicago wedding from their home in New York and enlisted a wedding planner to help pull together all the wedding day details. The inspiration for their wedding theme and colors? The first piece of art the two had bought together. -- Anja Winikka