Man of Honor
Joey and the bride have known each other since high school, but didn't get close until after they graduated college. But one day he invited Jenn to go rock climbing for the first time and the rest is history! They've gone through a lot together, and Jenn is s incredibly honored to have him stand next to her on her big day.
Best Man
Niko and the Groom have known each other nearly 15 years. They met through mutual friends from college and immediately became the best of friends. From the very beginning Eric and Niko were close and seemed to always be on the same wavelength. They have endless inside jokes and whenever the two are in the same room together their presence and energy can be felt by all. Niko gave Eric the honor of officiating Niko's wedding to his beautiful wife, Lydia. Eric was also given another honor by being named the godfather to Niko's son, Charlie.
Matron of Honor
Janice is Jenn's older sister and has been her guide through life. Jenn is so incredibly honored to have Jan stand up there with her and it will be a moment she will always cherish.
Groomsman
Bryant is the Groom's Nephew and Godson. Eric has been a part of Bryant's upbringing from the very beginning. For the early years of his life, Bryant and his family lived in the same house as Eric, so Eric would help in watching and feeding Bryant when no one was able to. Eric's fondest memory of Bryant growing up was when he would go into Eric's room and watch him play video games, cheering him on with great vigor. Bryant is starting his Sophomore year in high school.
Bridesmaid
April grew up with Janice and Jenn, and is pretty much considered a third sister in the family! She is an incredibly talented graphic designer (behold the save the dates and invites!), and dances with Kayamanan Ng Lahi, a Filipino folk dance group. Jenn has always seen April as sunshine - bright and full of positive energy!
Groomsman
Chris has known the Groom for the better part of a decade. Eric met Chris through mutual friends over a community tabletop game that Chris runs on Friday evenings. From the moment they met Chris and Eric hit it off quite well and became great friends with many important milestones in their lives happening at nearly the same time. Eric was the officiant for Chris' wedding to his wife, Emily. They still meet every Friday for D&D.
Bridesmaid
Laura is one of Jenn's closest friends, and they have known each other for over a decade. They met working in Santa Monica and the rest is history! Laura is Jenn's beacon for positivity and love, and Jenn looks up to her so much! Jenn's wedding party wouldn't be complete with out Laura standing up there!
Groomsman
Daniel is the Groom's cousin on his mother's side. Eric has many fond memories spending summers at Daniel's house in Northern California. One of Eric's fondest memories with Daniel is playing flashlight tag with him and his other cousins into the early morning hours. Daniel has played an influential part in Eric's upbringing being a role model early in his life. Daniel is well on his way to becoming a lawyer.
Bridesmaid
Elena is one of Eric's older sisters, and Jenn's soon-to-be SIL! Jenn is so incredibly honored to have Elena stand at her side on her big day. She's been instrumental with her help and advice on the wedding, and Jenn couldn't have gotten through it without her help.
Groomswoman
Eloisa, Loi for short, is the eldest sister of the Groom. When Eric was young Loi would give him rides to and from events and made sure he was fed and taken care of. She was basically a second mother to him and was instrumental in helping make Eric the man he is today. Eric is very close with both of his older sisters and looks up to both of them as role models in his life. Loi's son, Bryant, is also a groomsmen.
Bridesmaid
Jenn and Elisha have known each other for more than a decade! Over the years they've grown closer, and now, having Lisha stand up next to her at her wedding was just a given. This day wouldn't be the same without her in it!
Groomsman
Astra and the Groom have known for nearly 15 years. Eric met Astra through mutual friends. Eric and Astra, in their early to mid 20's spent many nights playing video games and beer pong, and that is where their bond grew strong. Astra temporarily moved to upstate New York to complete a Physician's Associate program and through that distance him and Eric still found time to catch up and hang out digitally over Zoom and Discord.