Emily & Samuel
Wedding Party
Molly Wagner
Maid of Honor
Molly is Emily's little sister and resides in Chicago. When they were growing up, people thought they were twins and now although they are very different they are also closer than ever and have been through more than most sisters could manage. They rely on each other. Although Molly is Emily's younger sister, Emily looks up to Molly and never makes a decision without her. Molly and Emily love binge watching tv shows together (New Girl, Stranger Things, American Horror Story, Scream), eating their favorite foods (indian, pizza, veggie burgers), taking their annual trips to visit each other and sharing their obsession with cats (and dogs). Molly and Emily are not only sisters but best friends.
Amy Wolf
Maid of Honor
Amy aka Wife aka Gal is Emily's best friend and soul sister. Emily and Amy pledged for Delta Gamma together during their sophomore year of college. They have been inseparable ever since. Emily and Amy never go more than a day without talking. Sam jokes that he isn't just marrying Emily, but Amy also as they come as a pair. They lived together post graduate school, when life was tough and they were adjusting to "adult life" with their first full time jobs and apartments. Emily and Amy shared a one bedroom in Naugatuck, CT for a few years only relying on each other as entertainment and the gym of course. Emily and Amy share their passion for human and animal rights, junk food, weight lifting, Christmas, traveling and need to have a good time. Galpals for life.
Sara Goldschmidt
Bridesmaid
Sara and Emily have been besties since they were in the 3rd grade. Sara is Emily's first friend from when she moved from Manhattan to Larchmont. Sara played a joke on Emily telling her she was moving shortly after they became so close, it turned out she was moving to Emily's block! Best surprise ever. Growing up together, good times and bad, Sara and Emily have stayed best friends. Sara has been there for Emily during some of the toughest times in her life and she values her friendship so much. They enjoy the same TV shows (Pretty Little Liars, the Bold Type, New Girl), eating annies mac and cheese, baking way too many cookies and brownies and just being 100% themselves together. Whenever they are together it is like no time has passed.
Jordan Quesnel
Bridesmaid
Jordan aka Linnie and Emily met 3 years ago when Jordan started working at Post and was placed in the cubicle next to Emily. They instantly became best friends. Emily and Jordan love to get pampered together, drink wine, go out for dinner and gossip. Recently, Jordan, her boyfriend Dave, Emily and Sam have started traveling together. First, Jordan and Dave came to Atlanta to visit - they went bike riding on the Beltline, went to a Braves game and ate at many delicious restaurants. They recently traveled to Nashville where they danced their hearts out at Broadway bars, enjoyed local music and explored music city. These four are excited for their next adventure. Emily and Jordan understand each other and bring out the best in each other.
Caitlin Simard
Bridesmaid
Emily and Caitlin met freshman year of college and have been friends ever since. Their friendship blossomed and grew into lifelong friendship when Emily pledged for Delta Gamma the semester after Caitlin. Emily and Caitlin spent countless nights in college having way too much fun. Their friendship continued into graduate school where they both were Communication majors and lived in close proximity to each other so never had to be far. Caitlin has visited Emily in Atlanta, and they always spend time together over the holidays. They share their love of Emily Giffin books, eating out at restaurants and lounging watching tv shows and movies. Emily values Caitlin as her best friend and knows she can share anything with her.
Carly Bennett
Bridesmaid
Carly and Emily met the first month Emily moved to Atlanta in 2015. They were instant besties. Carly and Emily love to eat pizza and mexican together, hang out by the pool in the summer, lounge on each other's couches watching the Harry Potter movies for the hundredth time. Carly's husband, John Charles, and Sam have also become good friends. The four of them enjoy nights socializing with each other (JC makes the best chili ever) Emily just had the honor of being a bridesmaid in Carly and JC's wedding and is so excited to have such a great friend like Carly by her side on her special day. Emily knows that Carly will always be one of her closest friends.
Gabrielle Frieser
Bridesmaid
Gabrielle aka "Gab" is Emily's cousin but more like a sister. Emily is a few years older than Gabrielle so she has watched her grow from a tiny baby, to teenager and now into a smart, funny, kind young woman. Emily, Molly, Gabrielle, her two brothers, Josh and Grant and their parents, Linda and Neil have spent a lot of time together going out for birthday celebrations, snow tubing during the winter, and spending years of holidays together. When Emily first moved to Atlanta, Emily and Gabrielle took on the city exploring and eating at different restaurants. Emily and Gabrielle share their love of dessert, cats, books and tv shows. Emily feels very lucky to have such an amazing cousin she can share her time with.
Marc Chmielewski
Best Man
Marc is Sam’s oldest brother that lives in Hong Kong. Although they live on separate sides of the world, they always manage to meet and travel together on exotic vacations. Being the oldest brother, Marc has always been a mentor to Sam and has helped him throughout the years. Marc enjoys traveling around the world with his wife and friends, socializing, experimenting new foods, and terrific at spreading his humor. It’s an honor to have Marc be here as a best man on the wedding day.
Matt Chmielewski
Best Man
Matt is the middle brother of the three Chmielewski sons and currently resides in Simsbury, CT. As an older brother, he has always been there to help support Sam with important life decisions. They enjoy bonding over craft beers and attending the US Open in New York annually. In Matt’s free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, traveling to the beach with friends & family, playing tennis, and watching football.
Dino Maulucci
Groomsman
Dino has been one of Sam’s best friends for the past 20 years. They grew up playing soccer together, were college roommates, and have enjoyed traveling around the US, Canada and Asia together. Sam couldn’t imagine celebrating this big day, without Dino by his side. During his free time, Dino enjoys traveling, watching the Cowboys, craft beer, and working on his new house.
Ethan Brackett
Groomsman
Sam and Ethan met on the first day of sophomore year at the University of Hartford. Since then, they have become great friends and continue to visit each other multiple times annually. Whether they are joking around, playing sports, or enjoying a pint, it’s as though no time has passed when they get together. Ethan enjoys cars, playing golf, magic, and traveling. It’s a privilege to have Ethan be part of the wedding party.
Eric Bodden
Groomsman
Sam and Eric met at the University of Hartford, sophomore year. Since then, they have remained great friends and continue to visit each other annually. Whether they are traveling, playing sports, or joking around, there is never a dull moment between the two of them. In his free time, Eric enjoys working out, traveling, and watching sports. It’s a pleasure to have Eric celebrate and be part of this special day.
David Hugel
Groomsman
Dave and Sam starting their first jobs together 6 years ago. From the first day they met, until now, they have retained a great bond in and outside of the work place, and have become great friends. After 2 years working together in Simsbury CT, Dave moved down to Atlanta about 6 months prior to Sam. They continue to stay great friends and have enjoyed the southern living together. Dave enjoys traveling, the beach, playing soccer, and the New England Patriots.
Zachary Kinghorn
Groomsman
Zach is Sam’s younger cousin that resides in CT. They have grown up together and have always been close, similar to a brother. Whether it’s the days of running around as kids with him and his three sisters, traveling to Cape Cod, or hanging out at college & around holidays, each moment has been appreciated. Zach enjoys music, playing tennis, and the Broncos. It’s a pleasure to have Zach be part of the wedding party and we look forward to more memories together in the near future.