Melanie & Steve in Dallas, TX

It was a bit like a fairy tale. The day began early for the ladies who, after much primping, pampering, and indulging in a gourmet lunch, watched Melanie be transformed into a princess as she stepped into her perfect white ball gown. THE BRIDE Melanie Baker, a 28-year-old marketing executive THE GROOM Steven Gerik, a 33-year-old broadcast producer THE DATE June 23 Meanwhile, Steven and his best pals headed to the golf course for a few rounds under the bright yellow sun bursting in the azure sky. Melanie and Steve exchanged vows at the Dallas Arboretum in a garden ceremony, then headed to a downtown loft to celebrate with a posh party.