Bride
The “girl across the hall” from Matt’s old studio apartment in Charlotte. She introduced herself in passing, eager to make friends in a new city.
Groom
The “boy across the hall”. He knocked on Stephanie’s door one afternoon offering candy he’d special ordered but decided not to eat because he’d “cut back on sweets.”
Maid of Honor
Stephanie’s friend since elementary school! The two went to different schools through adolescence, but reunited when Kelly moved to Charlotte!
Bridesmaid
Stephanie’s roommate from college! Amanda is now a tech entrepreneur in San Diego!
Bridesmaid
Stephanie’s first friend in Charlotte! The two met while both interviewing for Microsoft.
Bridesmaid
Stephanie’s roommate from college! Lizzie lived in Detroit for 2 years after college before rejoining Stephanie in Charlotte.
Bridesmaid
Another friend from college! Madison lived downstairs from for the other girls in the same building. Madison is also a 2025 bride!
Best Man
Matt’s identical twin! Nick lives with his wife and dog in Virginia. Matt insists he is better at Super Smash Brothers.
Groomsman
Matt’s oldest brother, but not oldest sibling. Zach also moved to Charlotte during the Great Cropper Migration of 2013.
Groomsman
Matt’s friend from college! Ahmad was a Teacher’s Assistant for Matt’s Japanese class. Konnichiwa!
Groomsman
Matt’s friend from college! The two met in CS classes. Ed has an adorable daughter, Luna.
Groomsman
Matt’s friend from his internship at SentryOne! The two bonded over mutual interest in anime and video games.