Marcy & Chris in Somerset, NJ

Marcy and John Christopher (Chris) certainly made the most of a great opportunity. When Marcy was asked to try out for an a capella group her freshman year at Harvard, she got to spend the entire week with the musical director, Chris. The group’s name was The Opportunes. The Bride Marcy Beller, 27, acquisitions editor The Groom John Christopher (Chris) Paul, 30, VP of media strategies The Date November 19 Though Marcy didn’t make the cut that semester, she and Chris kept in touch and soon started dating. On a snowboarding trip to celebrate their eighth anniversary, Chris popped the question, and the pair began planning a wedding full of rich, romantic hues and antique touches.