Tate & Arlene
Meet the Party
Arrianne
Maid of Honor
Sister of the Bride Sister by blood. Best friend by choice. Arlene and Arrianne are so different from one another, yet so alike. One minute they're arguing, the next they're grabbing happy hour together. Arrianne is always looking out for her little big sister, and has always been a great role model for Arlene. This Maid of Honor is also the life of the party, but do not give her Tequila!
David
Best Man
The brother that he never had! Dave has been apart of the family since Tate was in elementary school. He’s seen him grow into the man he is today. They used to always play games when Tate was younger. Hacky sack, baseball, and GTA just to name a few. Tate misses the good old days where Dave, Chess, and him would cruise around all day in Dave’s Montero with spinner rims listening to music so loud it would make their whole body shake. Nowadays, their time spent are hanging out with the family, drinking 8% or higher ABV beers and bourbon joking all night like they’re at the firehouse.
Chessy
Bridesmaid
Sister of the Groom The Bride-to-be is fortunate enough to have this bridal stylist and wedding professional as a bridesmaid and knows just who to go to for advice. Arlene and Chessy frequently bond over food and wine when together. Arlene is so excited to have another sister by her side!
Aris
Groomsman
Brother of the Bride Aris is always wheelin’ and dealin’! Constantly sending Tate items on FB marketplace for his Tacoma that’s a great deal (by default or Aris bartering) and yet Tate still proceeds to buy stuff for his boat instead… Aris has always been welcoming to Tate and was easily approachable with asking to marry his sister Arlene. Tate can’t wait to have another bro-in-law and to build more memories over the years!
Geraldine
Bridesmaid
Sister-in-law of the Bride This mama knows how to have fun and her moves will be hard to match on the dance floor! Geraldine married Arlene's brother in 2018. Arlene always knew Ghie fit right into their fun-loving, chaotic family. The bride-to-be is so excited for Ghie to stand by her side on her big day this time.
Alex
Groomsman
Brother-in-law of the Bride Alex is always looking out. Whenever Tate needs a helping hand with the house or extra muscle to pickup something at the store, Alex will make time in his day to help. Tate can’t wait to have another brother from another mother that will hopefully let him borrow his electric bike one day.. or month.
Jessa
Bridesmaid
Cousin of the Bride The Bride used to babysit Jessa, but with the amount of time they have spent together it was inevitable for the two to become some of each other's closest friends despite their age difference. The two bond over yoga, fashion trends, and guilty pleasure TV shows. She keeps the Bride on trend, but more importantly, Jessa keeps the Bride accountable and is essential during her big day! #BESTIES
JT
Groomsman
Best friend of the Groom JT and Tate go back to the high school days. They were always friends and hung out but didn’t get tight until the first trip taking JT on the boat. Bluefish blitz in rudee to be exact! Over the years Tate has had a consistent fishing buddy that always keeps positive energy even if there’s no fish to be caught. This guy is ALWAYS smiling and laughing. JT is Tate’s homie and keeps Tate up to date to what’s cool and trending since Tate is not a hypebeast for life (HBFL) anymore. Nowadays, their lives are much busier and most times it’s just nights hanging out and catching up drinking poison (alcohol). P.S don’t give this guy your chips at the casino… she gone!
Amity
Bridesmaid
7th grade Lunch Guaranteed to be the loudest in the room. Her laugh is contagious, but stand back because she is a laugher slapper. Fun fact: Amity once almost injured Tate while she was laughing. This mama-to-be is also the Bride's most reliable friend. Arlene can always count on Amity to be there when she needs her regardless of her busy schedule.
Brady
Groomsman
Fire Academy Best friend. Brady is one of Tate’s goofiest buddies. A kook by definition. After years of hitting the gym, fishing, and catching all the party waves VB has to offer, Tate and Brady have become best buddies. Brady has a heart of gold that not many see and Tate appreciates that. He’s one of the few friends that always asks how Tate, Arlene, and their family are doing. He’d do anything to help Tate out when he’s not busy traveling the world.
Ashley
Bridesmaid
9th Grade Geography Class The most lovable and funny of them all. Arlene and Ashley have been inseparable since high school, no matter how many bumps on the road they have hit, the two were destined to be together. Ashley and the Bride are often found in matching outfits and dancing somewhere at Oceanfront. If you find either of them smiling or hysterically laughing at their phone, it's probably because they're texting each other.
JR
Groomsman
Tate’s fishing buddy JR is one of Tate’s closest fishing buddies. They first met briefly on the water while both Tautog fishing on their boats, and then coincidentally ran into each other at Arrianne’s house for a family gathering. Since then, they have fished together many times and have grown a tight bond. JR is always bearing unexpected gifts such as jigs or Moonshine. He has as much passion for fishing as Tate does! He’s very meticulous which coincides with him being a great mechanic. Tate is constantly calling JR talking fishing or asking questions regarding fixing his trucks (specifically his Nissan pickup).
Stephani
Bridesmaid
Cousin of the bride Growing up in Chicago, Stephani and Arlene were partners in crime. Today, even hundreds of miles a part they have maintained their close bond and are able to be some of each other's biggest cheerleaders through life. Years go by without seeing one another, but they're always able to pick right back up where they left off.
Brad
Groomsman
Tate's first rookie. Brad came to Station 16 a couple years after Tate. Although Brad was newer at the station, he was easy to teach because of how smart he was. Tate was also a little intimidated considering Brad had a family and owned a business slingin’ chicken (aka pollards!). Both of them always have a good time at the station and keep the jokes going back and forth all shift. They motivate each other in the job as fireman and workout together most days which can sometimes end in a back injury… Brad has asked Tate many times when this wedding day was coming and now it’s finally here!
Kristen
Bridesmaid
6th Grade English Class Ever since middle school, Kristen and Arlene always got through their boy problems and heartbreaks together. They always reminded each other of their worth and knew a better "cake" was waiting for them. They used to have a saying “License over Love,” but now the two have both! Arlene can always count on Kristen having her back, and that is why she is needed on the Bride's big day!