Hillary & Peyden
Wedding Party
Chloe Potts
Maid of Honor
Chloe is Hillary’s younger sister, and despite a 13-year age gap, their bond is unshakable. While Chloe might not share Hillary’s love for shopping, they connect over their mutual love of crafting, dogs, traveling, and — most importantly — great food. Their cherished “sister days” usually include a delicious meal and lots of laughs over the latest high school updates. Hillary is so proud to have her little sister by her side on such a meaningful day.
Danielle Franklin
Maid of Honor
Danielle is Hillary’s first cousin on her father’s side and has been her built-in best friend since birth. At just 8 months apart they have grown up together and spent countless holidays, summers, and weekend trips by each other’s side. They have fun memories of traveling to New York City, Chicago, and both One Direction and Harry Styles concerts together and even more fond memories of sleepovers at their grandparents house. Hillary is beyond thrilled to have her oldest and dearest friend standing by her side on such a special day.
Payton Womack
Bridesmaid
Payton is one of Hillary’s closest friends, and their friendship began in January 2024 thanks to a Bumble BFF match. Hillary had just returned to Chattanooga from Paris, TN, and Payton had recently relocated from Chicago. Their first outing included brunch and thrift shopping, and they’ve been inseparable ever since. From book club meetings to crafting nights, game nights, and spontaneous thrifting adventures, they make the most of every chance to spend time together. Hillary is so excited to have Payton by her side on this special day.
Abbie Murt
Bridesmaid
Abbie is one of Hillary’s closest friends, and their friendship began while Hillary was living in Paris, TN. They met at a bonfire through Peyden, as Abbie was one of his classmates in PA school, and quickly hit it off. Despite Abbie’s demanding school schedule, they always found time for fun — whether it was grabbing Mexican food, enjoying “craft club,” spending sunny days on the lake, or taking spontaneous trips to Nashville. Hillary is so excited to have Abbie standing beside her on such a meaningful day.
Dalton Strike
Groomsman
Dalton was Peyden’s first roommate and the very first person he met at UTC. Over the years, Dalton was someone that Peyden came to rely on for a few things. Primarily, Peyden came to depend on Dalton for the calmness and peace that he could never quite reach himself. Dalton, you see, is like a wise grandfather and many people would say the same. He even built his own rocking chair, for Pete's sake. Dalton provided countless moments that Peyden will look back on for years to come: smoking pipes filled with cheap tobacco while drinking tea in the quad, playing music on the porch, dancing with an imaginary fushigi ball (you will see this at the wedding), and constantly serving as a reminder that everything will be alright if you take things in stride. Peyden is incredibly grateful to have Dalton by his side on this special day.
Carter Brownfield
Groomsman
Carter was also one of Peyden's first roommates and first friends at UTC. As time passed and circumstances changed as they tend to do, Carter and Peyden saw less of each other. That is, until after PA school when Peyden so happened to join a forgotten Discord group to speak with old friends and play games. From that day on, Carter and Peyden have grown closer. They've reminisced on their time as roommates and have worked on fostering a friendship that picked up right where it left off. Peyden is glad to have Carter be a part of such a monumental moment of his life.
Conner Murt
Groomsman
Conner is one of Peyden's closest friends, a bond that began through his now-wife, Abbie, who was a classmate of Peyden's in PA school. Conner has introduced Peyden to the finer things in life: bourbon, a good cigar, photography, and the importance of having a friend you can truly be yourself around. Always up for adventures—whether big or small—Conner has been intentional with his time, a quality Peyden strives to emulate. He’s grateful to have a man like Conner by his side on his wedding day.
Phil Hobson
Groomsman
Phil was someone Peyden met many years ago, around the same time he met Dalton and Carter. In those days, Peyden more or less just knew Phil as a passerby in those hallowed Lockmiller dorms. As time went on and roommates changed, Peyden saw less of Phil. However, when Peyden and Hillary moved back to Chattanooga, he reconnected with old friends and by happenstance, came to know Phil better. He's a stand up guy whose friendship Peyden values immensely and one that he hopes continue to grow. Maybe one day, some of Phil's climbing and disc golf skills will rub off on Peyden, too. Peyden could not be more honored to have someone like Phil standing with him on the big day.
Aasma Aziz
Officiant
Hillary and Peyden met Aasma in 2022, when she and Peyden were classmates in PA school at Bethel University. As class president and vice president, Peyden and Aasma quickly formed a close friendship — they even share the same birthday and celebrated with a joint cookout during school. Hillary and Aasma connected at group events early in the school year and hit it off right away. They bonded over their shared love of Harry Styles, went to see Don’t Worry Darling together, and danced the night away at the PA School Prom. Despite Aasma’s demanding academic schedule, she and Hillary always found time to catch up. Hillary and Peyden are thrilled and honored to have Aasma officiating their wedding!
Indy
Honorary Attendee
Peyden and Hillary's beloved dog Indy won’t be at the wedding, but he’s happily holding down the fort at home! He’s been with us through so many milestones and is, without a doubt, thrilled for his parents to be tying the knot. Keep an eye out for a few fun Indy-themed touches throughout the day!