Wedding Party
Michelle Garcia
Maid of Honor
Michelle and Danielle are proof that sometimes the universe just KNOWS when people are supposed to be friends. Despite spending four years inside the same West Islip High School walls, they never really talked. It took both of them going to Utica College and pledging the same sorority to realize they made a great pair. Once they did, the rest was history! Michelle and Danielle spent their post-college years together as roommates in Queens. Throughout the years and miles, they have only grown closer, underlining the fact that the universe knew what it was doing. Conversation Starters: She has her doctorate and is like REALLY smart. Oh, and she lives in Brooklyn.
Julie Bartley
Maid of Honor
Julie and Danielle have been best friends since 6th grade. That's right - 21 years of unwavering friendship and a whole lot of mischief. Want to know who Danielle snuck out of the house with in high school? Ask Julie. Want to know what bars worked for fake IDs on Long Island? Ask Julie. While Danielle and Julie are two, wild peas-in-a-pod, their friendship - of course - goes much deeper than that, spanning lots of miles, belly-laughs, and milestones just like this. Julie and Danielle are truly more like sisters with an unbreakable bond. Conversation Starters: She's an AMAZING chef and can rap most Lil Wayne songs on command.
Meghan Tracey
Maid of Honor
A native to Central NY, Meg took Danielle under her wing in college, quickly becoming Danielle's closest confidant and partner in crime. Once these two extroverts realized how much they had in common, a friendship was born. There's always a lot of shenanigans, but when the lights go on and it's closing time, Meg and Danielle are there for each other through the hard times, just as much as the fun ones. Now, they're *almost* neighbors by upstate-standards, and they get to continue the shenanigans on a regular basis. Conversation Starters: She's a golf girlie (and good at it)! She hates hugging.
Janet Lawrence
Bridesmaid
If you're wondering who the loudest people in the room are, it's Janet and Danielle. Janet is a fellow Long Islander and when the two of them get together, you're going to know by the sound of it! Janet and Danielle hit it off right away, sharing similar roots and take-no-sh*t attitudes. The duo has gone EVERYWHERE together: from Vegas, and Miami, to Nashville, Scottsdale, and Austin - name a major city, they probably have a story there. Of course, their friendship is built on more than good times as Janet is one of Danielle's most reliable, thoughtful, and realest friends. Conversation Starters for Janet: She has an adorable one-year old baby boy!
Brittany Thompson
Bridesmaid
If ever Danielle had a mini-me, it would be Brittany. Britt is Danielle's 'little' from their sorority days and the younger sister Danielle never had. Brittany is one of the sweetest and most considerate friends. When Danielle lived 3,000 miles away in OR, Britt asked to come visit. When Danielle moved back to NY, Britt was one of the first to make plans and asked if she could take Danielle to a popular apple cider mill in the fall. When MGK came to town, guess who went to the concert with Danielle? Britt. She is the definition of a loyal friend that puts others first. Conversation Starters: If you're into Harry Potter, Britt is your girl.
Julia Downing
Bridesmaid
Julia and Danielle's friendship is one of the best kinds because they were always girls in college, but it was the post-college years that brought them closer. Whether it was winery hopping out in the Hamptons or a Halloween party at Julia's house after Danielle moved back to NY, the two have always been able to pick up right where they left off. Julia is that friend you don't have to text all the time to know she's going to be there for you. Now, both living in the area, they see each other more often than ever, solidifying the bond that was there all along. Conversation Starters: You think you're athletic? She's a former college lax player, now physical therapist, who EXCELS at cross fit.
Sam Rohrs
Bridesmaid
You know how when you're a freshman in college, you are assigned a roommate and it does not work out? This isn't one of those times. Danielle and Sam met as freshmen and have been connected since. Fast-forward to Danielle living in Queens, they became inseparable, as Sam - another LI girl - was there every weekend. One of the highlights of their friendship is their mutual love for emo music, leading them to see Blink 182, Taking Back Sunday, and New Found Glory over the years. Danielle and Sam always had and continue to have a bond built on keep-it-real honesty and screaming throwback songs in the car until their lungs hurt. Conversation Starters: While not her profession, she's a talented photographer!
Jon Eaton
Best Man
Ryan Dungey
Groomsman
Anthony Rocco
Groomsman
Nabil Kan
Groomsman
Chris Kane
Groomsman
Dennis & Elynne Kane
Parents of the Bride
Danielle's parents are the most thoughtful and loving couple that ever was! They are both native, and proud, Long Islanders who raised Danielle and her brother on all the good stuff: Friday night pizza nights, Bruce Springsteen in the car, lots of outdoor time during every season, and a safe and warm home to sleep in. Above all else, Danielle's parents instilled the importance of love, equality, and family in her, ensuring she understood the rarity and value of the big family and support system she came from, early on. This wedding wouldn't be possible without them!
Phil & Helen Eaton
Parents of the Groom
Brandon's parents are the definition of "do for others before you do for yourself." Both of them consistently go above and beyond for Brandon and his brother, and have been since they were young. From camping every summer, running around for sports, or often hosting the family holidays, they always made sure their kids were happy before all else. Helen and Phil are loving, FUNNY, and have built a cozy, country home that Brandon - and now - Danielle get to enjoy together with them.