Our Story
A completely unembellished account of how we arrived at this improbable decision.
The Match
The year was 2020. The world was indoors. Hinge, sensing opportunity, suggested Felix and Lina to one another. Conversation ensued for approximately one week, during which Felix demonstrated promising message frequency and Lina demonstrated a willingness to overlook minor red flags. A meeting was tentatively scheduled.
Hampstead Heath
In the seven days between match and meeting, Felix sent zero messages — a strategy he later described as "playing it cool" and Lina later described as "concerning." Lina prepared to cancel. Her friend Ruta intervened with a level of persuasion that should, in fairness, be acknowledged in the wedding speeches. Lina arrived at the Heath. Felix did too. The walk lasted several hours, during which a strand of Lina's hair lodged itself in her eye, which watered so enthusiastically that she conducted the remainder of the date as a one-eyed pirate. Felix stayed. Ruta has been quietly taking credit ever since, and rightly so.
Camden Mews
A bold experiment in cohabitation, undertaken in a small house in Camden Mews. The house responded immediately with blocked drainage and a roof that leaked in several locations — a welcome both parties chose to interpret as character-building. Lina answered by filling the rooms with more and more plants; Felix, with more and more guitars. The house has thus far not collapsed, which we are taking as a sign.
The Proposal — Japan
Felix carried the ring through the entirety of the trip — all of Tokyo and half of Kyoto — waiting for an opportunity that stubbornly failed to present itself. He finally declared a visit to the Imperial Palace in Kyoto, only to discover that the palace itself, along with its celebrated garden, was closed that day. The surrounding gardens, however, were beautiful, the sun was setting, and Felix had recently bought Lina a new kimono. An impromptu photo session was proposed. It was a trick. Mid-pose, Felix asked the question. Lina said yes, after a pause that Felix maintains was "thoughtful" and Lina maintains was "for dramatic effect." The ring, having quietly seen most of Japan by then, was perfect.
5 September 2026
The conclusion of a long research phase and the beginning of a legally binding partnership. We look forward to your attendance at the signing ceremony. Light refreshments will be provided. Also champagne. Mostly champagne.
