Wedding Party
Morgan McKinnis
Dani's Maid of The Party!
Dani chose not to have the traditional titles on her bridal party - instead giving each of her favorite people a special title unique to them - Morgan is the Maid of The Party, because knowing her is knowing she brings the fun, the music and the memories! Morgan is the younger sister to Dani, and is currently serving our country in Navy. When not kicking ass, she is a country music listening, iced coffee loving, scary moving watching muchacha who throws down and loves to dance! Morgan currently live on base in a non-disclosed location because she's in the military and if she told you, then she'd have to kill you.
Hannah White
Julie's Matron of Honor
Financial analyst by day...artist (and Dani thinks government spy) by night. Julie met Hannah in middle school, and she's been one of her top confidants ever since. In 17 years of friendship, Julie and Hannah have had countless inside jokes (Don't do it!!!), geeked out over Friends and Grey's Anatomy, and Hannah has been a constant listening ear. Hannah is the cool, organized planner to Julie's ADHD-brained "I'll cross that bridge when I come to it" and Julie's not really sure who she'd be without Hannah's steady support for the better half of two decades now. Hannah lives in Virginia with her husband Ethan and their dog Cooper.
Elizabeth Escamilla-Carradus
Dani's Maid of Joy!
Dani chose not to have the traditional titles on her bridal party - instead giving each of her favorite people a special title unique to them - Elizabeth is the Maid of Joy! Since day one of their friendship, Dani has described Elizabeth as "a walking ray of sunshine". She is joy, love, kindness - all wrapped in a Scorpio shell! Elizabeth is a queen. A superstar. Fluent in ASL and a saint high school teacher! Dani and Elizabeth met while working at YoJo's, what was once the local coffee/frozen yogurt shop, where they started a long and continuing friendship! She lives with her husband in Southern California with their pups, cat and fish!
Jordyn Baxter
Julie's Bridesmaid
Julie will forever and always credit Jordyn for introducing her to Chappell Roan before she made it big. Julie met Jordyn in 2022 over Bumble BFF, and they instantly bonded over their shared love of music. Over the years, Jordyn has become Julie's concert buddy...from Chappell Roan, to Taylor Swift (twice if you count the time they drove to LA just to sit on the lawn outside of SoFi Stadium on the night she announced 1989 Taylor's Version), to Billie Eilish. Jordyn has always been someone Julie can count on to embrace all of her quirks, which she is forever thankful for. Jordyn lives in San Jose, California with her partner Brandon and their cats Nellie and Toby.
Renee D'Alessandro
Dani's Maid of Aesthetics!
Renee is so much more than can be put into words. But we'll try nevertheless. Renee is the best movie theater date, co-hostess, just-going-in-for-a-second HomeGoods shopping partner that anyone could ask for. She is and has been Dani's platonic partner for a solid decade. Through years of laughter, tears, boredom and daydreaming about the next small business idea they could embark on together, Dani honestly would not be who she is without Renee and her friendship. <3 She is also the reason Dani's Hinge profile was updated that cold, Decembr night - ultimately, she's the reason Dani and Julie matched <3 SHE HAS BEEN DUBBED Maid Of Aesthetics due to her glorious sense of style, her keen, detail-oriented eye, and interior designer's heart.
Rhian Evans
Julie’s Bridesmaid
Rhian is Julie's waaaaaay-cooler-than-her younger cousin, but Julie has always seen her as closer to a little sister. Rhian's a true queen, as well as a shining example of warmth, kindness, and authenticity in Julie's life. Julie has countless memories of beach trips and weekends at Julie and Rhian’s grandparents house growing up. Rhian lives in College Park, Maryland as she completes her senior year at the University of Maryland, where she will graduate with her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism in Spring 2027!
Tricia Mills
Dani's Maid of Humor!
Dani chose not to have the traditional titles on her bridal party - instead giving each of her favorite people a special title unique to them - Tricia is the Maid of Humor, since by her laugh and hilarious jokes you know when she's in the room. More of a sister than an aunt, Tricia has been a support, a tension-breaker, and a friend throughout Dani's life. There was no question on if she would stand up with Dani on this very special day! Tricia is also a kick-ass small business owner with her husband, Justin! They live in Ohio with their three kids.
Liz Morris
Julie's Bridesmaid
Julie met Liz when Liz moved to Saint Michaels, Maryland (Julie's hometown) during their sophomore year of high school and they became fast friends. After Liz moved in with her now-husband, Ray (Julie's childhood next door neighbor), Julie and Liz became next-door neighbors as well! Throughout the years, Liz has always been who Julie can depend on for a good time - an aimless stroll around Target, margs at Plaza Tapatia, or just hanging out in Julie's childhood living room binge watching Netflix. Even after Julie moved to Arizona in 2019, Liz was a constant and came out to spend Julie's first Thanksgiving in Arizona with her so she wouldn't be alone for her first holiday away from home. Today, Liz lives in Saint Michaels, Maryland, with her husband, Ray, and their two sweet girls, Amelia and Vivienne, along with their cat Rona and their dog Roscoe.
Franky Mills
Dani's Maid of Stars & Space!
Dani chose not to have the traditional titles on her bridal party - instead giving each of her favorite people a special title unique to them - Franky is the Maid of Stars & Space! Franky is the coolest saxophone player around - we have it on personal authority that she plays Careless Whisper like a well-seasoned professional. Wanna know about space? Franky is your girl. She has aspirations to be an aerospace engineer when she grows up! Franky lives with her parents in Ohio with her pet tarantula, Maggot.
Claire Mills
Dani's Maid of Trendiness!
Dani chose not to have the traditional titles on her bridal party - instead giving each of her favorite people a special title unique to them - Claire is the Maid of Trendiness! Claire is the family social media influencer. The reel editor and dance choreographer. What's the latest makeup tread, you ask? There is no one better than to ask this shinning star! Claire wants to be a hairdresser when she grows up, so she'll be in charge of the bridal party hair for this wedding. She lives in Ohio with her family and her cat, Meatball.
Amelia Morris
Flower Girl
The Queen of Sass herself - Miss Amelia Jane Morris is not one to be messed with, because she will put you in your place with one mean side eye. Don't be surprised if you catch her rolling her eyes once or twice as she walks down the aisle!
Ella Mills
Ring Bearer
Ella Bella Portabella - Creator of stories, with an imagination unheard of in centuries. Want to hear an original tale, spontaneously fabricated right before your eyes? Look no farther than this inspired young artist. Ella has been chosen to be a ring bearer because of her swagger and charisma! Ella dreams of being an author when she grows up.
Kim Smith
Officiant
When Dani and Julie started thinking of who they wanted to officiate their wedding, they knew that having someone who had not only supported them as a couple, but loved and celebrated them was crucial. When they had the idea of Dani's mom, Kim, it just felt right. When Kim isn't performing wedding ceremonies, she is working on getting her bachelor's in psychology, running her own integrative stress management business, and being an awesome human in the world!