We Are Getting Married

Ilene & Sebastian

November 9, 2025

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Our Story

From strangers to best friends, and all the memories in between.

Ilene Gresham

Hi, I’m Ilene, and if you’re here you should already know me pretty well. I can’t believe it’s already almost time for us to say ‘I do’. Who would have known that the tall, handsome guy with the extremely deep voice would end up being my whole world. They say love hits you when you least expect it, and I’m so glad it did. What started as a simple study session grew into something I never dreamed of. You inspire and support me in all my endeavors, and I can’t wait to follow you to the ends of the world. I love you and can’t wait to see you all as I become a BARKER!

Sebastian Barker

Hi, I’m Sebastian — travel lover, volleyball enthusiast, and the luckiest guy in the world. I met my amazing fiancée on the volleyball court, and I’ve been falling for her ever since (both figuratively and, let’s be honest, sometimes literally).

What started as friendly competition, (iykyk), quickly turned into something so much more. Over time, she became my best friend, biggest supporter, and my favorite person to explore the world with. From getting lost in the streets of Japan to soaking in sunsets in Greece, traveling with her has made every trip more meaningful — and every memory more special.

Now we’re about to take on our greatest adventure yet: marriage. And I couldn’t be more excited to keep discovering the world with her, one step — and one stamp — at a time.

Life is like a box of chocolates...

Forest Gump

The Ceremony

The Reception

The Party

Frequently Asked Questions

The Wedding

The wedding will take place on James Lee Beach outdoors.

Please plan on arriving 15-20 minutes prior to the time stamped on the invitation. This will ensure that we may begin on time.

The dress code will be "beach" formal.

Ex. for men wear dress pants with a button down shirt and optional blazer with loafers.

Ex. for women wear floor-length, tea-length, or midi dresses in breathable fabrics with dressy sandals.

Travel & Lodging

Attendees may fly into Destin - Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS).

It is your responsibility to arrive at the ceremony, however, transportation from the ceremony to the reception will be provided.

Parking is available per the map below. We recommend parking closer to pavilion 4.

Food & Drink

We will serve dinner and have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at the reception.

RSVP & Registry

We are accepting digital RSVPs through the form provided at the top of the website page. Please have each member of your party complete their own RSVP.

Please complete all RSVPs by Sept. 1. We will no longer accept submissions after this date.

Instead of a registry, we will have a digital honeymoon fund set-up. If you would like to give us celebratory cards, we will have a box for for these at the reception. If you would like to contribute, but are unable to attend. Please see the image below.

Plus one's were provided along with the invitation by mail. Please be sure to double check.