Wedding Party
Riley Major
Maid of Honor
Riley and Jenna have been best friends ever since junior year of high school after Riley accidentally invited Jenna to a party - they became best friends and have been ever since! In high school we were inseparable, in-between classes, after school, over the weekend, and all summer we were together. College may have separated us physically, but it did not interfere with our friendship. We alternated visiting each other throughout college and kept each other up to date on everything that was going on in our lives. After Riley graduated college, she got a job offer in Chicago and I decided to join her, we were able to fulfill our dream of living together! While our time together in Chicago may have been short, I loved that we got the opportunity to live together and will always think fondly of the memories we made! Riley has been such an incredible friend and has always been there for me, no matter what. My memories with her are endless, from dancing on tables in high school, to Clemson football games in college, and brewery nights in Chicago, the list goes on and on. Riley, thank you for being my best friend and putting up with me through it all. Thank you for already being such an amazing maid of honor (I am wearing one of the bride sweatshirts you made for me as I write this). My wedding day would not be complete without you standing next to me!
Caleb Quackenbush
Best Man
Caleb is Brae's Brother-- they met when Caleb was born! An 8 year age gap has never been a deterrent from the relationship they hold together. I remember the day Caleb was born, sitting there and holding him in the hospital-- it became such a proud moment in my life. I remember when he was little, he'd race around the house in a diaper and sunglasses on his remote ATV and finish his day sitting with me in hampers watching cartoons. Caleb has always been one of my biggest supporters and the brotherhood between him and I will forever be unbreakable. Although we are polar opposites, our core values and humor are aspects of us people never forget! Our relationship has just grown over the years, sharing life stories, calling each other in the middle of the night laughing and going to concerts and losing ourselves in the moment! Caleb, since the moment you were born you have always been such a prideful piece of my life. I couldn't have asked for a more comical and loving brother than you. I know you have always loved Jenna from the moment you met her (even though you had a crush on her when you were younger), but I am so glad you are gaining a sister who you trust and I know she loves you so very much and always wants to steer you in the right direction. We love you to the moon and back and I am so glad to have you standing with me on one of the greatest days of my life!
Jade Ye
Bridesmaid
Jade and Jenna have been best friends ever since their freshman year of college, they had a class together and Jade invited Jenna over to watch the Victoria Secret fashion show and simply could not get rid of her after that! Jade and I lived together for the rest of our time in college and almost all of my college memories have her in it! From drunk walks through Church Street, late night pasta cooking, countless moments of laughing until we cried and a fair share of stories that I should not share on the internet; my memories with Jade will always be amongst my favorites. After college, Jade moved out to LA, but despite living across the country from each other, she has remained one of my best friends! I don't think I will ever be able to truly express my love and gratitude for Jade. Throughout college and after, she was always there for me (even when I -may have- been hard to deal with). Jade always knew how to make me laugh and how to support me when I needed it, she understood me and how I dealt with things better than I did sometimes. She also happens to be the first person I talked to after I met this guy named Braelyn and she knew since day one that he was different than any guy I had talked about before. Jade - thank you for being such an amazing friend! And thank you for traveling all the way from CA to be by my side at my wedding, I cant imagine getting married without you!
Rowan Elleman
Groomsman & Officiant
Jenna, Rowan and Brae all became friends in the summer of 2017 when Rowan rented a room from Jenna. At the conclusion of that summer, Rowan and Brae got a place together and lived with one another for 3 years in Vermont. We have so many stories to share about our friendship with Rowan, most of which are not appropriate for this wedding write-up! Much of our time as friends was spent at foam where we would stay for hours, from sun up to sun down; going to concerts; skiing together; going out dancing; apple picking in Vermont fall season and so much more. Out of all of our friends, Rowan is the one who has spent the most time with Brae and Jenna as a couple. Rowan has been such a large part of our relationship, including being there for our engagement. For these reasons, we couldn't think of a better person to marry us! We are so excited to share this day with Rowan and continue to build upon our friendships and adventures in the years to come! We love you, Rowan! Thank you for always being such an amazing friend to both of us-- even if that means watching Jenna get shots at the doctors and telling me, "you're getting there!"
Alyssa Marchand
Bridesmaid
Alyssa and Jenna met through Braelyn, they had worked together in Vermont before Alyssa moved to Massachusetts to live with Jenna and Brae. The three of us have been pretty inseparable ever since. I had only met Alyssa three times before she made the move to MA and we moved in together, but I thought of her as a best friend even before she moved in. Her and Brae became friends through work, but really bonded by going out for drinks together in VT. Since Alyssa moved in we all have grown even closer. She has been a terrific Aunt to our puppo Harley and an incredible friend to us both! Alyssa is always willing to talk to us if we need someone to vent to, she is always up for an adventure, and is the best baker you will ever meet! She was also a big part of our engagement, she made sure to cover for Brae on the few occasions he almost blew the surprise. And after we got engaged, she helped us look at venues, even traveling to VA with us, and was a constant sounding board for wedding related decisions! Alyssa, thank you for being such an incredible friend to us both! Thank for always putting up with us, for being the best puppy aunt, and for supporting us both no matter what. Our wedding would not be complete without you in it (we even argued about who's side you would be on - thank god I won)!
Diamond Bryant
Groomswoman
Diamond and Braelyn have been best friends since their early years of college where they met over Brae asking what she got on a chemistry test-- the rest became history. Diamond and I always had a unique friendship, a friendship that gained over a million views on TikTok to be exact! A story that unfolded into a beautiful friendship, Diamond has also been there through all of life's transitions (literally). My friendship with Diamond is a friendship people yearn for, a friendship that is unbreakable and a friendship built on trust, laughter and many inside jokes. I trust this woman with all of my heart and I truly couldn't ask for a better person in my life! Today we spend our years together planning the next adventures, celebrating my birthday as a friend reunion, attending pride events, staying in cabins in the mountain and playing truth or dare like kids around a camp fire. Diamond, I love you so very very much-- our friendship is so very special to me and I want you to know that I will always be a rock in your life! You are one of the greatest best friends someone could ever ask for and I can not wait to see what the rest of our life adventures bring!
Allison Williamson
Bridesmaid
Ally is Jenna's sister-in-law and has been the sister Jenna always dreamed of! Since the day Ryan introduced you to the family, I have thought of you as my sister! Ally went above and beyond the sister-in-law duties from day one. From bags and bags full of hand-me-downs, any kind of life advice, and being a great sister to look up to. Some of my favorite memories with you are visiting you and Ryan when you were living in SC, the Kenny concert, your bachelorette party, your wedding weekend (of course!) and our Colorado ski trip! I am so thankful for all the memories we have made together and look forward to all the memories we have yet to make! I couldn't imagine a better partner for my brother or a better sister-in-law for me. Ally has been a god send when it comes to wedding planning help! Since she planned the perfect wedding a few years back, I have gone to her with countless questions and Ally is always happy to give advice (thank goodness!). Thank you for being such an amazing sister-in-law and for all your help with wedding planning (I’m sure I’ll be pestering you with questions until the moment I am walking down the aisle.) As my sister, my wedding day would not be complete without you standing by my side!
Ryan Williamson
Groomsman
Ryan is Jenna's Brother-- I was required to have him here! HA! On a real note... the past 7 years, I have gained another brother. When Jenna first told me about her family, her brother was always the one I heard most about. The love Jenna has for her brother only told me that I would love him, too. There is something about the Williamson boys that I foster a lot of pride about, a camaraderie you just gravitate towards. We don't get to see Ryan as much as he lives far away, but the time spent with him is always filled of laughter, love and protection. As a soon to be brother, Ryan has always worn his heart on his sleeve and as much as I know his sister always comes first, he has never steered from protecting me, supporting me and always being there. Today Ryan and I spend our time racing down the slopes in Colorado, drinking beers in hot tubs and laughing at life's fortunes. Ryan, I am so excited to gain you as a brother! You are the definition of brotherhood and despite the Williamson gauntlet, you have become family to me. Thank you for being who you are, always supporting me and being the greatest brother to your sister! Cheers to many more years of skiing together and building a bond that is unforgettable!
Sarah O’Brien
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Jenna met during their sophomore year of high school and have been best friends for over 11 years! Sarah is basically an extension of the Williamson family at this point, she has had to put up with my parents and my extended family over the years and thankfully has stuck around even with that. She was a saving grace in high school and I am so glad she is still putting up with me and all my family. Even after I transferred high schools, Sarah and I remained close and saw each other whenever we could, usually at a beach. Throughout college and after we always made an effort to stay in touch and to hang out when we could. Brae and Sarah became immediate friends when they met a few years ago. They have the same sense of humor and make fun of each other constantly. Back in the spring of 2022 Sarah ended up moving in with Jenna and Brae. I love that I get the opportunity to see Sarah more (even though she is BUSY) and create more memories together. 11 + years of friendship and I am so grateful for them all. My wedding day would not be complete without you as a part of it. Thank you for being one of my oldest friends and for sticking with me through it all.
Doug Williamson
Groomsman
Doug is Jenna's Uncle-- I actually wanted him here! HA! Where do I start with Doug?! Doug was one of the first people I met in Jenna's family and it started with him threatening my life if I ever hurt Jenna-- clearly I am still standing! Doug has been such a pivotal person in my life and quickly become a friend, a brother and a rock in my life. My bond with Doug is founded on a lot of trust, so much so that he has always been the person I share so much of my life with-- without judgement. Some of my fondest memories are grounded sitting with him around a fire, talking about life, future goals in his backyard. Over the years I have been able to coerce him into planning events, hiding Jenna's engagement ring and watching Harley! Today, Doug and I spend our time picking on each other, making jokes, sitting around the fire pit and him refilling everyone's drinks! Doug, thank you for being such an important person in my life. I knew from the start I wanted you standing behind me as I marry your niece. You are so deeply rooted in my heart as a friend, brother and family member! Thank you for always protecting me, being there for me and being one of the greatest uncles to Jenna. Your heart is unmeasurable and I hope you know just how much you mean to me!