Wedding Party
Erica Phillips
Bride
Hi, I'm the bride, Erica! I can't wait to celebrate with everyone in August!
James Phillips
Groom
Hi, I'm the groom, James. Very excited to celebrate Erica and my wedding with all our friends and family!
Emily Phillips
Maid of Honor
Hi I'm Emily (the OG/#1) and I am Erica's younger sister. I've been by Erica's side since day one and am very excited to stand by her as she starts her life with James!
Ernest Williams III
Best Man
Hi, I'm Ernie. James has been my closest friend since we met in 2009, and he introduced me to Erica when they came back from Cameroon in 2020. I am truly humbled to be apart of their big day.
Emily Huneck
Bridesmaid
Hi I'm Emily (#2)! Erica and I have been friends since their freshman year at Iowa State University. We bonded over politics, late-night lacrosse practices (go lax!), sunrise yoga, and arguing over things that don't matter. I am so excited to celebrate with Erica and James!
Kurt Weinheimer
Groomsman
Hi, I'm Kurt. James and I met at the start of college, instantly bonding through shared interests like sports, world affairs, and business. We’ve also shared great memories together, from Chicago to South Africa, and he’s been one of my closest friends ever since.
Ava Phillips
Bridesmaid
Hi I'm Ava, James' youngest sister, and I could not be more excited to stand by both of them in August. I can't wait to to celebrate with everyone as they start this next chapter together!
Garrett Phillips
Groomsman
Hi I'm Garrett, Erica's younger brother. I am excited to have James joining the fam and can't wait to be be a part of the wedding. See you all on the dance floor!
Maria Phillips
Bridesmaid
Hi I'm Maria, James' sister. I can't wait to have a new sister in the family and celebrate with everyone!
Yonata Negatu
Groomsman
Hi I'm Yonnie, I met James in High School and we've been friends ever since. I'm honored to be part of James and Erica's wedding party and excited to stand by their side on their wedding day and for the many years to come!
Emilee Lance
Bridesmaid
Hi I'm Emilee (#3). Erica and I are childhood best friends who met in preschool. I can't wait to see everyone on the dance floor to celebrate Erica and James!
Kenneth Brantley
Groomsman
Hi, I'm Kenneth. I met the groom and bride in Cameroon and we've been best friends ever since! So excited to see James and Erica tie the knot and build their life together!