B.I.O.: Ryan Muety, Heather Russell

Ryan, 29, is a director for a sporting goods company. Heather, 26, is a marketing manager. They live in D.C.

» The Main Event: A semiformal ceremony and reception in Annapolis on Sept. 20.

» Honeymoon: They'll jet to Hawaii.

» How They Met: At a bar in Annapolis. "He offered to buy me a drink, which I declined. After several attempts, I finally gave him my number."

» First Impressions: "He was super-cute and a little cocky." "She was so beautiful. I had to meet her."

» First Date: A dinner date at Paolo's in Georgetown.

» How He Proposed: When they traveled to Italy, Ryan made the most of a gondola ride on Venice's Grand Canal. "To be honest, I didn't even think, ‘What if I fell in?' When I did get down on my knee, Heather wasn't sure what was going on and grabbed my arm. But it all worked out perfectly. If I had fallen in, it would have made a great story."

» Most Hated Clothing Item: "Her oversized gold belt. It reminds me of a WWF wrestling belt."

» Stupidest Fight: "We argued as we were trying to catch a flight," says Ryan. "I like to be early, and Heather gets distracted by every magazine stand."

» Making It Unique: "Everything about the wedding is very customized and personable," says Heather. "I designed everything from the save-the-dates to the welcome bags and the maps of Annapolis."

» When She Knew: "After our first date. I came home and told my roommate I was going to marry Ryan."