How it began

Our Story

From a student exchange in Karlstad to a life built together.

Every great love story starts somewhere. Ours started on a student exchange in Karlstad — where Michelle was coordinating the group, and Marius was one of the students she was meant to be looking after.

Our Timeline

2022

Karlstad

We met on a student exchange in Karlstad, where Michelle was the coordinator for the group of exchange students. Our first date was at a vegan pizza place — and from there, things developed quickly. Covid arrived soon after, which gave us plenty of time on WhatsApp to really get to know each other.

2022

Together

On the 11th of February 2022, we officially became a couple. In early 2023, Michelle moved to Lyon for a while — our first real stretch of distance, navigated one message at a time.

2022

Meeting the myth

A big part of our story is the cats — and within the first year Marius got to meet the legend himself: Musse Bubba.

2023

Our First Home & Iris

In June 2023 we moved into our first apartment in Upplands Väsby. That same month, Iris joined the family — a Maine Coon with strong opinions and an even stronger presence.

2024

Engagement

In May 2024, we got engaged in Tallinn. It was a beautiful moment that marked the next chapter of our journey together.

2024

Lily Arrives

In June 2024, Iris got a little sister. Lily, a Norwegian Forest Cat, arrived with a tiny voice and limitless energy. The household was officially complete — at least for now.

Iris meets Lily in 2024 — Iris meets Lily

2025

Uppsala & the World

We moved to Uppsala at the start of 2025. Over the years, bouldering has been the sport that connects us — grounding and adventurous in equal measure. We have also explored the world together: Germany (more than once), Vienna, Switzerland, Poland, Tallinn, and Portugal.

Trip to Portugal in 2025 — Portugal trip, 2025

2027

We Do

And now we are here — inviting the people we love most to celebrate with us on 14 August 2027 at Krusenberg Herrgård, Uppsala. Thank you for being part of our story.

Iris and Lily stealing Marius chair — Our tiny wedding planners

More Memories

A few extra snapshots from everyday life, cat chaos, and adventures.

Michelle and Marius smiling together — Us being silly

A favorite everyday memory — A regular perfect day

Meeting some family in Karlstad — Meeting family in Karlstad

Family moment featuring Iris — Meeting Iris family

Sleepy Lily taking a nap — Lily nap session

A playful travel memory — Travel goofiness

Unexpected dramatic moment — One chaotic memory

Michelle and Marius portrait — Still us, still happy