Connie & Garrett
Wedding Party
Gretchen Alain
Matron of Honor
Gretchen is Connie's older sister and her oldest friend. She is the most kind-hearted and creative person you will ever meet, and she puts her skills to use every day as a 6th grade English teacher. Gretchen is full of brilliant ideas, inspiring advice, and love for her husband Ryan and their Doberman Ruby.
Julia Hauser
Bridesmaid
Julia is Connie's younger sister and easily the funniest person you will ever meet! She is sassy and loyal, and her quick witted jokes will leave you in stitches. Julia is currently studying environmental engineering at UGA. She is also the plant mom to several thriving houseplant babies!
Sarah Houtsma
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Connie were roommates their freshman year of college, and became a dynamic duo throughout their time at UGA - hugging enormous trees, hosting wine nights and sleepovers, and always having each other's back! Sarah grew up in New Jersey and now lives in Athens where she works at at Ball Horticulture. She is ambitious, good-natured, and has a huge heart!
Hayley Hasberger
Bridesmaid
Hayley is driven, charismatic, and bright. Hayley and Connie met late in high school, and quickly bonded over their pursuit of perfect grades and love of board games. Their friendship continued to grow through college, and they even took a course in ballroom dancing together! Hayley is currently living in Colorado and pursuing her Master's in Student Affairs.
Levi Ford
Groomsman
Levi is Garrett's younger brother and is always a source of entertainment. His demeanor and sense of humor are well beyond his years and will leave you in awe as you ask yourself "Wow, this dude is only fifteen?" Levi is laid back but quite adventurous. He loves all things lake, riding dirt bikes, and tearing stuff up. It's okay though, because he is pretty good with a wrench, too.
Logan Choney
Groomsman
Logan and Garrett have known each other since middle school and were also roommates for 3 years in Athens. He is one of the most unassumingly charismatic individuals around. His talent for unconventional feats is uncanny. He will undoubtedly leave you pondering the meaning of life. Logan is a talented musician and will be performing at the wedding reception with his band Melting Tree.
Travis Stille
Groomsman
Travis and Garrett have known each other since middle school and were also roommates for 2 years in Athens. He is truly "a salt of the earth" type of man. He excels in stoicism and deadpan humor. They just do not make them like Travis anymore. Travis currently lives in Athens with his wife Marley and their puggle, Birdie. He works as an EMT and enjoys mountain biking, skateboarding, and reptiles.
Zac Bennett
Groomsman
Zac and Garrett met at UGA where they studied Horticulture together. He is the only person in Athens to exercise with Garrett at "the garage" and keep his breakfast out of the yard. After that, they quickly became intrigued by each other's energy and the rest is history. They are soul brothers who share a passion for living life to the fullest. Zac currently lives in Savannah where he is developing his small farm and working as an arborist.