Wedding Party
Elonna Bettini
Bride Side
As the younger (but TALLER!) sibling to Jessica, I’ve known her my whole life. She was my first best friend and my first confidant, the one I looked to for guidance and answers to the world’s questions. Mandla entered our lives later on but he (and Sharon!) quickly fit in seamlessly. I’m honored to have you (‘officially’) join the family, I’m eternally grateful to know that my sister found an amazing partner, and selfishly- I’m just excited to have another sibling to hang out with. Love y’all ! <3
Jen Suek
Groom Side
I met Mandla back in high school, and somewhere between then and now, he became one of my people for life! From watching his culinary career take off in Minneapolis to cheering on his leap to New York, I've loved every chapter — and getting to know Jessica (and Gumbo!) has been one of the best parts of these recent years. I'm beyond honored to stand up and celebrate this wonderful couple!
Tricia Edmiston
Bride Side
I’m so excited to celebrate Jess and Mandla getting married! I’ve known Jess since we were babies, so she’s like family to me. We’ve come a long way from playing with Ken dolls to finding our husbands! I love you both and couldn’t be happier for you!
Clare Larson
Groom Side
Mandla and I have been friends since high school. Back then, neither of us could have imagined we'd still be in each other's lives all these years later, but here we are, and I wouldn't have it any other way. He's been one of my dearest friends through just about every season of life, and getting to stand beside him as he marries Jessica is an absolute honor. These two are incredible together, and I cannot wait to celebrate!