Maid of Honor
Anna's cousin Sofia is more like a sister to her. From all the childhood memories to endless laughter, she’s been Anna's rock through it all. Anna so grateful to have her by my side as her Maid of Honor—she’s not just family, but Anna's best friend, and she couldn’t imagine this day without her.
Bridesman
Zak has been Anna's best friend since high school, where they bonded through endless laughter and ridiculous car rides to nowhere. From the cross-country bus to moving to Chicago side-by-side, they've shared so many unforgettable moments. He’s been there through it all, and Anna is beyond excited to have him stand by her side on this special day.
Bridesman
Andrew showed Anna a magic trick in 6th grade and thus began a beautiful friendship. From driving him around to their shared love for music, he's been a constant source of support and joy in Anna's life. Anna and Brendan are so lucky to celebrate this day with him.
Bridesmaid
Hannah and Anna became inseparable as freshman college roommates at Central Michigan University, where they first shared a room in Barnes Hall (RIP). From navigating moving away from home to nights they will never forget, she quickly became one of Anna's closest friends. Anna is so grateful that she has been a true constant in her life since those early college days.
Bridesmaid
Sydney and Anna first met in 6th grade, but it wasn’t until they were neighbors freshman year in Barnes Hall that their friendship truly blossomed. From late nights in the dorms and now trips across state lines to visit each other, Anna is so lucky to have gained such a rockin' friend. She is so happy to have Sydney by her side on this special day, as she’s been part of her journey for so many years.
Bridesmaid
Haley was Anna's first friend of adulthood in Chicago. Their relationship feels like it's already lasted a lifetime. They quickly discovered how much they have in common and how well their partners got along. From farmer's markets and wine nights to singing One Direction and always being down for anything. Anna is so grateful to have her by my side on this special day!
Best Man
Chris and Brendan were college roommates freshman year and lived together each year of college along with Justin. Not everyone can be so lucky to say they found their two best friends on their first day away from home. Chris knows exactly what it takes to put a smile on Brendan's face and a sore gut from laughing so hard together.
Best Man
Justin and Brendan were college roommates freshman year and lived together each year of college along with Chris. He also was extremely close to Anna in high school and is the catalyst for Brendan and Anna meeting. Justin is always down for adventure and has challenged Brendan to step out of his comfort zone in several ways since they've been in each other's lives.
Groomsman
Jay lived across the hall from Brendan in college but was always closer to a true roommate and best friend rather than a neighbor. Jay is responsible for turning Brendan into a fair-weather Philadephia Eagles fan. Despite the distance they live apart, Brendan and Jay have talked every day since they met, typically about their shared love of Billy Joel.
Groomsman
Areeb and Brendan have been friends since middle school, and have only grown closer as time has gone on. Areeb and Brendan have seen more movies at AMC and eaten more meals at Buffalo Wild Wings than any two people should in their lifetime. Areeb's greatest asset is his ability to bring friends together and has been a loyal, lifelong friend for Brendan as they've both grown into adulthood.
Groomsman
Alex was Brendan's Big in their fraternity in college. They quickly became best friends and spent many college nights together in the library, bouncing between the bars downtown, or at Noodles & Company. Even after moving far apart, Alex and Brendan see each other frequently and are always planning their next adventure together.
Groomsman
Evan is Brendan's best friend in Chicago and the first person he goes to when planning his next adventure. Evan can be a little quiet until you crack the right joke and his laughter fills up the room. Although they've only been in each other's lives for a few years, they have journeyed to other states together, attended several sporting events, both been groomsmen for the other, and crashed at each other's place too many times to count.