Lauren & Blake
Wedding Party
Julianne Stiene
Maid of Honor
Meet Julianne, she is my sparkly, pink obsessed, life of the party, travel loving, best friend! Julianne and I met in PA school and have been inseparable ever since. From living together for three years to being 415 miles apart she is my person, my best friend and my accomplice. Our adventures together are endless and the stories to go with them priceless! Julianne lives in Jacksonville, FL with her fiancé Keefer and my fur nephew Bam. I just hope Blake and Keefer understand this is a package deal!
David Richardson
Best Man
Simply put: The best man I ever have or ever will know. I couldn't imagine anyone else standing right beside me on the most important day of my life than the man who has been there since the first day of it.
Katy Barbier
Bridesmaid
Katy and I met in middle school and have gone through it all from being attached at the hip during high school to living hours apart for the past 11 years. We have shared some of the best times and some of hardest, but through it all we have always had each other's back. I can't imagine where I would be without her! Katy lives in Birmingham with her husband Ross.
Brian Richardson
Groomsman
My younger brother took a lot of punishment growing up with me, but as I said at his wedding, every fight we ever had.... he deserved it. We were on the same team in every sport every other year, and I couldn't imagine this day without him on my "team" of guys.
Beth Howard
Bridesmaid
Beth and I met the day we moved into an apartment together for PA school. I'll never forget our first night sitting on the couch together talking about the next 2 years to come. Little did we know they would be some of the greatest years of our lives. Beth lives in Dalton, GA with her husband Laban, son Laban Jr. and daughter Lexie.
Jarred Richardson
Groomsman
Someone I've always looked up to, even after I woke up one day and was the taller one. Something unique we'll always share is that we both became a brother to someone on the same day when I was born, and I couldn't imagine this big day without my oldest brother right there with me.
Sarah Layne
Bridesmaid
Sarah is the sister I never had but always wanted! When we first met 6 years ago I knew there was something special about her. She is lover of all animals and never one to turn down an adventure especially if it includes the outdoors. We always have fun when we are together from hiking in Colorado to having someone to do craft projects and bake with on holidays. Sarah and Matthew live in Knoxville, TN where she is currently in vet school.
Matthew Layne
Groomsman
Matthew and I may have only known each other for a little more than a year, but as someone who has extensive experience with two of them, I know a good brother when I see one. And as someone with extensive experience with Lauren, I'll certainly need his help! We're thrilled to have him there with us!
Abby Thames
Bridesmaid
Abby is my southern-to-the-core, Mississippi State yelling, travel bestie. We met in PA school and quickly became friends. We have taken many amazing trips together from 10 days in London, Rome, Venice and Paris to skiing in Colorado. Abby is always up for having a good time and brings a smile to anyone she meets. She is an ENT PA in Mississippi, where she lives with her husband Zach.
Matt Watson
Groomsman
"You'll Never Walk Alone." It's Liverpool F.C.'s anthem and an ideal you realize Matt lives by once you're fortunate enough to become his friend. He embodies the anthem of his favorite Club in every way a friend can, from always being there when you need him, all the way to that awesome green and red chest tat. Every man needs his best soccer hooligan with him on his big day!
Ryann Brenner
Bridesmaid
Ryann is my snow ski loving, mimosa drinking, outdoor adventuring best friend. Ryann and I also met in PA school. She taught me how to sew and introduced me to her love of baking. Ryann and I have lived halfway across the country from each other since we graduated, but I've always known she was only a phone call away. She keeps me laughing and listens when times get tough. Ryann lives in Ohio with her husband Chad.
Scott Yoste
Groomsman
Everything is bigger in Texas, including Scott's personality. And his heart. To know him is to love him, and if you don't know him yet, I'd be willing to bet you a Texas redback he'll be damn glad to meet ya. Just not as glad as I am that he'll be there with us on our special day.
Lecie Tucker
Bridesmaid
Sometimes in life you meet someone and immediately know you can't imagine your life without them, well meet Lecie. Lecie and I met through Julianne when I was in PA school and she was living in Mobile. One backyard game and a barbecue later and I can't imagine my life without her. Lecie always has a smile on her face and can't wait for the next adventure! She lives in San Francisco with her husband Josh and their two fur children.
Corey Ruffin
Groomsman
What an incredible Cinderella story. This unknown comes outta nowhere to lead the pack of friends and family in the wedding party. The normally reserved crowd... going wild... for this young Cinderella who's come outta nowhere. He's gotta be pleased with that. Tears in his eyes I guess... Corey is my fun-loving jolly-giant golf pro friend, so I've got that goin' for me, which is nice... If you don't get any of that, you need a friend as good as Corey to watch Caddyshack with.
Erika Glover
Bridesmaid
Mobile wouldn't be the same if it wasn't for this bestie! From beach days to football parties and everything in between she makes life so much fun!! Erika and I met in Mobile and quickly bonded over our love for Christmas, margaritas and the sun. She is the life of the party and friends with everyone she meets. Erika lives in Mobile with her husband Erik and their two fur children.
Taylor Montgomery
Groomsman
From elementary school through college and beyond, he's proven time and time again what a great man and friend he is over the past 20+ years. Most recently, he accompanied Lauren and I on our trip to the UK and Ireland just to make sure we had someone to take our photos! WHAT A GUY, RIGHT!?!?
Josie Baumgarten
Bridesmaid
I would never have met Blake if it wasn't for Josie! She made me step out of my comfort zone and single-handedly led me to the greatest adventure I've ever known. Josie is my work wife, shooting buddy, mid-week brunch loving, pool partner. Although I've only known her for 2.5 years I can't imagine my life without her. Our adventures are endless as are the laughs when we are together!
Noah Williams
Groomsman
Noah and I lived together for over three years. Our time together was filled with trivia, tacos, and beers. It was magical. Until one day, he was cast out into the cold, dark world by a sinister and unstoppable force... MARRIAGE!! Lauren and I may have kicked him out of the house to start our life together, but there's no way we could go through this day without him by our side! He'll always be welcome at our home, even when the day comes that his old room is occupied by a roommate that's much smaller and cries a lot more.