Emma & Justin
Wedding Party
Molly Bryan
Maid of Honor
Molly is Emma's younger sister, so they've known each other since Molly was born, of course. Emma grew up with two brothers, and even though she loves them, she always prayed for a sister. Molly was born when Emma was almost ten, and she could not have been happier about Molly's arrival into the Bryan family. Molly has grown into a compassionate, insightful, and absolutely hilarious spirit and Emma cannot wait for her to stand next to her on her big day!
Gretchen Cox
Maid of Honor
Emma and Gretchen met over Facebook messenger before they arrived on campus at Bellarmine. They talked most of the summer leading up to freshman year, and as soon as they got to Louisville, they have been inseparable ever since. They lived across the hall from each other freshman year, roomed together sophomore year, and have invaded each other's personal living space in all the other years spent living apart. Gretchen and Emma enjoy watching vines together, sharing memes, commiserating similar life experiences, and celebrating each others' achievements.
Alexis Higgs
Bridesmaid
Alexis and Emma lived on the same hallway freshman year at Bellarmine and quickly shared a friend group. They moved in together their senior year and have become much closer since sharing a home. Emma loved living with Alexis for two years, and now the two of them, along with Jess Winters created a book club, in which they read and discuss a book, but also delve into the latest gossip, because what are book clubs for? Emma admires Alexis' passion for teaching children, her love of learning, and her commitment to being a great friend. *smooch*
Jess Winters
Bridesmaid
Emma and Jess officially met when they were placed in the same group at orientation. Emma remembered Jess, however, from move-in day at Bellarmine when Jess was wearing a DRESS. Emma was appalled by the decision to wear a dress to move into a dorm room, and officially deemed Jess, "annoying dress girl." Jess soon won Emma over, and they were fast friends at orientation. They were close friends throughout their first three years at Bellarmine, and moved in together their senior year. Emma has seen Jess successfully take on all things college, and seamlessly transition into "adult" life all while sporting a dress. Emma is honored to have the pleasure of dress-girl Jess stand beside her on her wedding day.
Jamie Lok
Bridesmaid
Emma and Jamie met for the first time when Emma went to visit Justin and his family in California. Emma is so thankful that she has felt comfortable around Jamie even from her initial visit (because sometimes meeting significant other's families can be difficult.) Jamie has become a friend to Emma, and is way more than simply Justin's sister. Emma has often described Jamie as the "nicer, prettier version of Justin." Emma and Justin are both very excited to have Jamie be a part of their day!
Dalen Eicher
Flower Child
Dalen and Emma lived next door to each other the first semester of freshman year at Bellarmine. They shared a home their senior year, and have since shared many laughs, memes, and drinks. Emma honestly could not think of anyone better to be her flower girl, and the option on this website was to choose between a "flower girl" and a "flower child," and Dalen is a definite flower child, all the way.
Tyler Ruch
Ring Bearer
Tyler and Emma became close friends their sophomore year at Bellarmine, and were roommates for the first year of "real life" after graduating from Bellarmine. Emma has enjoyed laughing at Tyler's antics, and seeing him excel in medical school! Tyler was born to bear rings.
Ben Bryan
Usher
Ben is Emma's closest brother in age. Emma has enjoyed watching her rambuctious little brother grow into a young man. Ben and Emma share a similar taste in music, and all of the Bryan siblings were once united as a swimming family. Emma enjoys watching UK sports teams with Ben and their dad, and now Justin enjoys that too. Thank you Ben for being a part of our day!
Mark Bryan
Usher
Mark was Emma's youngest sibling until Molly came into the world. Emma has admired Mark's transition from a little boy who loved action figures and Buzz Lightyear, to a young individual who excels in building and flying drones, designing airplane wings, and has aspirations of becoming an engineer. Although Mark is now in college, he will always be Emma's baby brother.
Michael Adkerson
Groomsman
Michael was Justin's roommate all four years at Bellarmine. One of Justin's favorite memories of Michael while living together, was when Michael would quietly walk into the room at night, while Justin was sleeping, to watch a movie and eat Kroger popcorn. Till this day Justin never told Michael that he was always awake, and that he could hear Michael take handfuls of popcorn and rub it against the the inside of the bag so he would get more butter. Besides that, Michael and Justin enjoy playing Catan and House on the Hill with their other roommates. They also share common interests in talking about stocks and the economy.
Michael Messier
Groomsman
Michael and Justin didn't meet each other until the 2nd semester of freshman year at Bellarmine. During that semester they would get into a lot of arguments debating whether a swimmer or a baseball player was more athletic. Even though Michael never admitted it, he always knew Justin was the better athlete. After sophomore year, Michael became one of Justin's roommates, until Michael was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the summer leading up to Senior year. Justin and Messier enjoy exploring all the different eats Louisville has to offer.
Sean Brohman
Groomsman
Sean lived across the hall from Justin and became one of his first friends at college. Some of Justin's favorite times with Sean were during spring break when they visited WKU for their Fraternity Fight Night, and when they headed down to Miami with a few other friends. They attended the Rubel School of Business at Bellarmine, where they shared a similiar class schedule every year. When they lived with each other, they spent a lot of time playing video games, Catan, and fantasy football.
Sam Strothman
Groomsman
Justin met Sam on the first night of move in day, when they went to Bardstown road with a few other people from Newman Hall. Although Sam did not live on campus, they created a friendship that included facetime and free meal swipes for Sam to UDH. One of Justin's favorite memories with Sam was going to Twilight Thursday at Churchill Downs for $1 beers and horse racing. Sam and Justin share an interest in hanging out, having fun, and drinking beer.
Luke Woodard
Groomsman
Luke lived down the hall from Justin for the first two years of college, and together they moved off-campus with the other boys starting junior year. Justin's favorite memories of Luke include getting an obsurd amount of parking tickets, numerous visits to Qdoba for breakfast burritos, and for being the goofiest friend he'll ever have. Justin's most memorable time with Luke was going out to Baxter's on a Wednesday night to celebrate Luke's birthday to get $1 wells. Luke and Justin share a common interest in playing board games, video games, trying new foods, and cooking.