Kendra & Andrew
Wedding Party
Kristen Ireland
Maid of Honor
Kendra's first cousin (more like sister and best friend). Try getting a word in edgewise once these two get going, especially if you're trying to talk them out of the incredible idea they just had, and especially- especially if they've started a bottle of wine.
Michael Bartuska
Best Man
Lived together for almost two weeks in college. Over the past 10+ years Michael has been the epitome of a self-sacrificing friend. He’s the kind of guy who would travel cross-country to only see your face for 60 seconds. Or, leave his appendectomy to come to your birthday party. Or, give you his beach house for the weekend, even if he were miles away at home in Hoboken. Hypothetically, of course.
Hillary Ha
Bridesmaid
Kendra's first friend - they met when they were 18-months old! These two were once co-conspirators in stealing Jonathan Forsythe's wife (in The Sims....watch out Mimi) and no matter how much time has passed they always start right where they left off.
Sean Gibney
Groomsman
One of Andrew’s oldest friends. They bonded at a young age over video games, comic books, and a shared dark-irreverent humor. Their friendship matured over the years like a fine wine, while somehow – individually – they matured very little. Twenty years later they still spend their time discussing video games, comics, and tasteless jokes – all much to the chagrin of their significant others.
Rosemary Adams
Bridesmaid
Ro and Kendra were supposed to be Freshman year roommates before a rich benefactor's parents called the school and ruined their plans. What started as a friendship over coffee dates in between classes turned into beer pong tables painted seersucker in Cape Cod...and little does Ro know; this wedding is actually her surprise one.
Justin Oswald
Groomsman
Friends since middle school, Justin is Andrew’s most mature AND juvenile friend. He’s an accomplished public servant, but he almost needed a World of Warcraft intervention. He’s a connoisseur of charcuterie and aged meats, but needs a bib to eat a bagel. At the wedding he will either be helping elderly guests into the venue, or belting the theme to Pokemon on the dance floor. Lord only knows.
Meghan McConville
Bridesmaid
Friends since freshman year of college, Meghan and Kendra have lived together all over the world - from Cape Cod, to Spain, to Gettysburg and Argentina.....they've been there through it all - including closing down boliches at 6am, gallivanting throughout South America and quitting their jobs to go on a two week vacation.
Jeremy Forsythe
Groomsman
Kendra’s oldest brother, and the man that Andrew’s liver aspires to be like. While Kendra (dubiously) claims to know him better, Andrew and Jeremy have spent the last few years bonding over a love of the simpler things. Star-gazing, fire-making, beach-sitting, and well received PS2 games of the early 2000s play-ing.
Camila Sarmiento
Bridesmaid
Kendra's first new friend in New York City turned roommate. What started as a professional connection quickly turned into a friendship via a shared loved of the World Cup and sipping rosé while eating oysters. You can usually find these two closing down The Red Lion or dancing to Reggaetón at all hours of the day.
Thomas Yake
Groomsman
Although better known as “Mike’s Friend,” Tom has been Andrew’s NYC travel guide/trivia sage/faithful companion for the better part of a decade. You can normally find the two of them playing board games, sipping whiskey, or sipping whiskey during a board game. Sometimes they also wander Central Park for long, thoughtful walks, but it is normally en-route to whiskey, board games, or both.
Cristina Sarmiento
Bridesmaid
Kendra's second new friend in NYC turned roommate. They bonded over a love for 305 fitness classes followed by brunch and shopping. You can usually find these two wandering the streets of SoHo on a sunny Saturday afternoon after spending way too much time at Bloomingdales.
Josh Smith
Groomsman
Andrew’s favorite cousin. Some people say that’s because he’s “charming,” “intelligent,” and “delightfully sarcastic and witty.” Other people say it’s because “he is his only cousin.” Either way, he’s as reliably wonderful as they come, and a testament to those youthful and vibrant Smith genes.
Mimi Do Forsythe
Bridesmaid
Kendra's Sister-In-Law and role model for many things in life, with skills including (but not limited to): mastering the art of the thank you note, giving such thoughtful gifts you question if you even know yourself as much as she knows you, and teaching most wedding planners how to do their jobs.
Jonathan Forsythe
Groomsman
Kendra’s older brother, and Andrew’s oldest friend. Not in length of friendship, but in perceived age. That’s because Jon has been a ferocious day trader since he was seven, and somehow has memories of the beaches of Normandy. No matter his age, Jon has been a teacher and guide for Andrew, showing him how to track sharks, how to pre-order pizzas, and what sports teams not to root for. Go Yanks.
Eliana Santillan
Bridesmaid
Representing Argentina for the bridal party, Eli is one of Kendra's closest friends from Mendoza. Eli immediately welcomed her into the family and always invited her over for asados on Sunday. You can usually find them discussing trips to Chile, chatting about malditas de mierda, or drinking mate in Parque Central. // Representado a Argentina entre las damas de boda, Eli es una de las mejores amigas de Mendoza de Kendra. Los 4 años que Kendra estuvo en Argentina no hubieran sido lo mismo sin ella. Normalmente se las puede encontrar hablando de viajes a Chile, malditas de mierda o tomando mates en el parque central.
John Alaimo
Groomsman
Although they knew each other beforehand – Andrew and John’s friendship formally began on the means streets of NYC, circa 1920, via a middle school production of “Guys and Dolls.” Almost twenty years later they’re still thick as thieves, but have tamed down somewhat. They’ve stopped wearing Fedoras completely, and only play craps in churches after all babies/cats are tucked safely in bed. // John es un amigo muy agradable y guapo. John no necesita una biografía en español, pero Andrew nunca dejaría pasar la oportunidad de demostrar que él también sabe español. El sabe español muy Bueno. ¿Donde está la biblioteca?