Wedding Party
Katherine Buchanan
Maid of Honor
Katherine is Finley's older sister and her best friend from the day she was born! Katherine has always helped Finley keep up with the latest and greatest trends. From picking out Finley's dress-up outfits to convincing her to make a Hinge profile, where she ended up meeting Will! Katherine has been an incredible sister, friend, and support these past few years. Finley would not be the person she is today without her.
Tyler Gillies
Best Man
Tyler and Will met in 2014 and have been joined at the hip ever since. They have been so many things to each other - roommates, travel buddies, confidants - and Will is eternally grateful to have Tyler (and the rest of the Gillies family!) in his life. Will had the honor of being Tyler's Best Man last year, and couldn't be more excited to have Tyler as his Best Man.
Lamar Buchanan
Bridesmaid
Lamar is Finley's younger sister and partner in crime! The two used to pretend to be twins (back when Finley was blonde) and were always together growing up. Whether it was playing pretend, running in their mom’s high heels, or trying out for Lacrosse, they were always up to some exciting, imaginative adventure. Lamar has continued to inspire Finley to dream bigger, and now she stands beside Finley as she embarks on her next grand adventure!
Ryan Lienesch
Groomsman
Will met Ryan early on in the Honors dorms at Maryland, and they became fast friends when Will rushed Phi Chi Theta his Junior year. Ryan stayed in touch post-college (despite moving to a place called "St Mary's County") and they moved into the infamous Mustard House shortly thereafter. Their friendship has grown stronger and stronger over the years, and Will could not imagine life without Ryan as a friend.
Campbell Sullivan
Bridesmaid
Campbell and Finley were best friends in Kindergarten! Unfortunately, Finley had to move away before elementary school but to their happy surprise, they bumped into each other in college and quickly became best friends all over again. Through Campbell, Finley has discovered the importance of living life to the fullest and with unconditional love. There is no doubt their friendship will last for a lifetime.
Greg Carmean
Groomsman
Greg is one of the most unique people Will has ever met and Will is lucky enough to have known him since early high school. Greg is incredibly patient, (very) spicy, and is a true social chameleon. Greg also has a great sense of humor - if you need any proof, feel free to ask him about high school memories such as the time his lunchbox ended up in a tree, or better yet, about senior year homecoming.
Marianna Shakhnazaryan
Bridesmaid
Marianna and Finley met through Katherine in 2020. After only meeting once, they decided to become roommates and take on post-grad life together in Washington, DC. They hosted many movie nights, cooked a lot of great food (while always setting off the fire alarm), went on countless runs together, and found life partners they love. These two have inspired each other in many ways throughout their 20s and there is no doubt they will continue to do so in the future.
Alec Lyubomirsky
Groomsman
Alec and Will met at Maryland when they were both RAs and members of the student judiciary. They have so much in common - they're Man Utd fans, fantasy football league winners, and have won multiple (2) volleyball tournaments together. Alec is also one of the most genuine and musically talented people Will has ever met. Will officiated Alec's wedding to his wife, Lisa, and Will is overjoyed to have both of them be a part of Will's wedding.
Colleen Couch
Bridesmaid
Colleen and Finley met in college when they joined Chi Omega and became sorority sisters. They ended up living together their Junior and Senior years and grew even closer during a 6-week trip to Thailand after graduation. They navigated challenges together and made memories they’ll never forget. Now they get to add Finley and Will’s big day to that list too!
Nathan Wray
Groomsman
Nathan (he'll always be Nathan and not "Nate" to Will) is one of the most incredible people Will knows. He's extremely funny, way too good at video games, and even better at volleyball (mostly because he's like 6'4"). Nathan has always been extremely thoughtful, caring, and is genuinely a great person. Will is so thankful their paths crossed freshman year of college.
Christine Gillies
Bridesmaid
Christine and Finley met through Will and have become good friends throughout Finley and Will’s relationship. From road-tripping through Iceland together to spontaneously going to a Jonas Brothers concert, the two are always down for an adventure and have grown closer through their many experiences together. Now, Christine will be there to support Finley on one of life’s biggest ventures - marriage!
Matt Rabush
Groomsman
Will and Matt go way back - they first met while watching a school theater production in high school. Since then, Will has gotten to really know Matt and has learned that Matt has a thirst for knowledge and knows all things sports, trivia, and Taylor Swift. Matt is driven, passionate, and extremely witty. Will has been friends with Matt for 10+ years, and he's excited to know Matt for another 10+ more!
Lisa Lyubomirsky
Officiant
Lisa is probably the best writer and orator Finley and Will know and so it was a no-brainer to ask her to officiate their wedding. In fact, they both came to that conclusion without even talking about it! Will and Lisa have known each other since she first started dating Alec in 2016. They've shared many jokes together (Lisa appreciates some more than others), and having Lisa officiate his wedding is especially meaningful to Will as he officiated Lisa's wedding! While Finley didn't meet Lisa until a little later on, they quickly bonded over their many shared personality traits and Finley is very grateful they're friends.