Christine & Brendan
Wedding Party
Scrappy
Floof of Honor
Christine’s first true love and forever sidekick. Scrappy is her soul dog, walking buddy, cheese connoisseur, and professional space heater. He’s been there through every chapter, tail wagging, always happy, always by her side.
Ila Jade
Flower Girl
This sweet girl is Christine's niece. Adorable, charming, and full of personality. She is cute, but she will roll you into a rear-naked choke faster than you can say "I do". Ila is a fierce little grappler with four stripes in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. She will bring the sparkle and the sass.
Thayer
Maid of Honor
Thayer became Christine's best friend as a grown-up, but their friendship feels like they’ve been trading war stories since childhood. You can find them at early bird happy hour at Chili's or BJ's on Thayer Thursdays. Thayer is the kind of best friend who will make you laugh at any moment, reminds you to breathe when things get chaotic, and brings a steady presence that makes friendship feel easy. She’s not just the maid of honor, she’s the chosen sister, the emotional support human, and exactly the kind of person you want by your side on your wedding day.
Mike
Best Man
Whether it was rolling at the Rutgers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu club, studying for Econ exams, or working together at their first jobs, Mike and Brendan spent years in the trenches together. Brendan spent countless nights sleeping on Mike’s couch in college, forming lifelong bonds with “the gang”. Mike is dependable, loyal, and has always had Brendan's back. Fifteen years later, they’re still the closest of friends, which is impressive considering Brendan once shoved Mike off a handrail straight into a bush with zero remorse. If you see Mike at the wedding, you’re in the presence of someone who’s been there through it all: the grind, the growth, and the glorious nonsense. Please do not approach and ask for any war stories…
Melissa
Bridesmaid
Christine met Melissa through a church group, and though they were roommates for a short time, it wasn’t until after Christine moved out that they realized they were basically the same person. Their friendship is built on a delightfully unexpected mix of shared passions: faith, fitness, all the drinks, and EDM concerts. Christine thinks it’s rare to find someone who vibes on all those levels, and Melissa makes it feel perfectly natural.
Matt
Groomsman
Matt has never been - and never will be - simply Mike’s little brother. He was always the goofiest, most down-to-earth friend in the group and the only thing that’s changed is he doesn’t wear a hat every day now. Ever since meeting in college, he's been a constant source of good vibes and fun times. Matt's the kind of person who turns small moments into lasting memories, and his energy is downright contagious - kind of like that time Mike sneezed on his head. If you hear a group of people laughing out loud, you’ll likely find Matt at the center.
Katie
Bridesmaid
Christine met Katie through Melissa at a concert, where Katie, slightly unwell and wildly dehydrated, proceeded to drink all of Christine’s water. Miraculously, the water revived her, and Christine got a front-row seat to Katie’s hilarious, magnetic personality. Katie is the life of every party, the kind of friend who brings the laughs, spontaneity, and just the right amount of chaos. She’s one of the few people Christine trusts with Scrappy, knowing he will be showered with love, compassion, and his own eye-boogers.
Jayram
Groomsman
Full-time Doctor, part-time therapist, and long-time confidant, Jay “grew up” alongside Brendan as two 20-somethings navigating the mean streets of the Upper East Side of Manhattan in the mid-2010s. They found good listeners and sounding boards in each other over many late-night happy hours. Their friendship is built on marathon conversations, spirited political debates, and a meme-sharing history that could fill a digital museum. As a fellow raver, don’t be surprised if he drags you onto the dance floor.
Eileen
Bridesmaid
When Christine moved to Seattle knowing absolutely no one, she signed up for a fitness challenge and met Eileen, who turned out to be the most genuine, fun loving person she’d ever met. They hit it off, and Eileen welcomed Christine into her incredible circle of friends, turning Seattle into an unexpected experience. Eileen’s positive energy is contagious, her cackling laugh is legendary, and her love of dancing makes every moment more joyful. Without her, Seattle would’ve just been rainy skies and sore muscles, but instead, it became home and the beginning of a few lifelong friendships.
Justin
Groomsman
Justin and Brendan’s friendship is basically built on bass drops and bold road trips. From 6am train rides home after NYC concerts to a RV pilgrimage to the Gorge Amphitheater in Washington, they’ve chased good music across state lines and time zones. Arguably the craziest trek was driving from NJ to Miami for a festival with 4 guys crammed in a VW Golf. Whether it’s dubstep, trance, house, or something weird and wonderful, Justin’s always up for an adventure. Find him out on the dancefloor or trying to take over the decks.
Shakira
Bridesmaid
Shakira is one of the amazing friends Christine met through Eileen, and being friends with her is effortless. They bonded over a shared love of fitness, forcing eachother to sign up for half marathons, drinking bubbles, and their delightfully Type A personalities. She’s a total girl boss: ambitious, driven, and always has style and grace. Shakira brings warmth, brilliance, and the kind of energy that makes you want to raise your standards, and your glass.
Jeff
Groomsman
Jeff is always down. Down to play video games until 3am. Down to fly to London for a concert. Down to swing by Tine and Brendan’s house to move furniture, dog sit Scrappy, or spin a DJ set at their house party. He’s the kind of friend who shows up, no questions asked, just good energy and a willingness to (hell)dive into whatever’s happening. Expect shots from Jeff, because, well…
Alicia
Bridesmaid
Christine and her sister Alicia share a bond that runs deep, much like the stab wounds they have from growing up in Pueblo. Alicia is one of the strongest women Christine knows, with a heart as big as her resilience. She leads with quiet strength, unwavering love, and a sense of humor that sneaks up on you with the best one-liners. Christine couldn’t be prouder to have her sister standing by her side on such a meaningful day. Though they may live in different cities, their connection knows no distance, woven through shared memories, quiet strength, and unconditional love.
Jean
Bridesmaid
Jean and Christine became friends on one truly questionable day when they flew to Nashville for a “fun” girls trip…that involved running a half-marathon. Jean spent most of the race hungover, grumpy, and throwing up, but somehow, Christine saw past all that and discovered one of the kindest, loving people she knows. Since then, they’ve traveled the world together, shared countless laughs, and turned that wretched race into the start of a beautiful friendship. Jean is the friend who radiates positivity, brings joy to every hangout, and shows up with unwavering love and support.
Leon
Groomsman
Ever since moving to the U.S. in 1998, Leon has been more like a brother than a cousin to Brendan. Growing up they'd hang out most weekends, usually spending nights at car meets or playing games on Sega Dreamcast and Xbox. Leon can be credited with sparking two of Brendan’s lifelong interests: Mazdas and EDM. He took Brendan to his first electronic concert, helping set the stage for a love of music that would shape countless memories to come. At the wedding, you’ll find Leon soaking in the moment and definitely reminding Brendan how far they’ve come since those teenager days.