Hannah Wiley and Aroon Jeyakumar met on Hinge, with their first date landing—memorably—on Hannah’s birthday. Less than a year later, on June 7, 2024, Aroon proposed at Chatham Bars Inn on Cape Cod, a place Hannah loves. The morning began clear before rolling fog moved in just ahead of the proposal. “I got really nervous,” he admits. “The moment ended up being perfectly picturesque, once we saw the proposal pictures a few hours later, with the foggy beach and the sailboats in the water.”
The engagement ring’s design carried an added layer of meaning. “The center stone is a vibrant blue sapphire from Sri Lanka, which is where my family is from,” Aroon explains, paired with a diamond from Hannah’s late grandmother. “Inside the band there is a small diamond to show which diamond belonged to Hannah’s grandmother—and Hannah wears this diamond closest to her heart.”
When it came time to plan their wedding, the couple gravitated toward a setting that could reflect both heritage and levity. They chose The Colony Palm Beach, where they were married on March 1, 2025. For Aroon, the location evoked familiarity as well. “The Colony recalled fond memories of a tropical paradise, much like Sri Lanka where he would spend his childhood summers,” Hannah explains.
Working with The Golden Pineapple Event Company, the couple envisioned a celebration that balanced timelessness with personality. “We wanted the aesthetic of our wedding to be a blend of timeless elegance and modern flair, with a strong emphasis on vibrant colors,” Hannah shares. Florals by Ellie’s Garden reinforced that vision, with arrangements that felt organic to the setting.
Photography by Matt Rice captured the weekend with clarity and ease, while Pineapple Films documented the day’s movement without interrupting its natural rhythm.
For the ceremony, Hannah wore a Reem Acra look paired with a Monique Lhuillier veil, sourced through Chic Parisian in Coral Gables. “Choosing it was a no-brainer,” she says. “I wanted something traditional and elegant, yet modern.” A subtle slit and dimensional texture kept the look from feeling precious. Her jewelry—Van Cleef pieces chosen for longevity—completed the look without overpowering it.
Hair and makeup by Ivy & Lace and Kate Blake Artistry leaned polished but restrained. “I wanted a look that felt like me—natural, effortless, but elevated,” Hannah explains. Her hair was styled into a voluminous bun, a choice that felt timeless and intentional alongside the veil.
Aroon wore a Ralph Lauren Purple Label midnight navy tuxedo, finished with a Breitling Premier Datora watch—his wedding gift—adding a warm copper note to the look.
Their ceremony reflected the breadth of their families and traditions. Both Hannah and Aroon walked down the aisle with their parents before the ceremony began. Hannah’s uncle officiated, with her aunt offering a reading. Aroon’s aunt delivered a blessing in Tamil, translated by his cousin, weaving Sri Lankan tradition into the moment. At one point, the couple paused together. “We turned to the crowd and took a moment to see the faces of all of our loved ones,” Hannah shares. “This was such an emotional and special moment for us to soak in all the loving family and friends who traveled both near and far.”
As Hannah entered the garden, music by a live harpist and violinist filled the space. “They played ‘Love Me Like You Do’ by Elle Goulding, which gave me chills,” she recalls. “Seeing family and friends gathered around, I had the biggest smile on my face.”
Cocktail hour unfolded around The Colony’s iconic pool, framed by string lights and live music. Guests moved through the space surrounded by framed family wedding photographs—a quiet tribute to the generations that came before. “It was the perfect blend of whimsy and nostalgia,” Hannah says.
Inside the ballroom, entertainment by Powerhouse: Next Generation carried the night forward. The evening opened with a joyful first dance to “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)” by the Four Tops—chosen to set the tone early. “We wanted the energy super high straight from the beginning,” the groom explains. And it lasted until the final dancer left the floor.
