Matron of Honor
The woman who started it all! Kayley is Lauren's oldest sister. Not only has she been Lauren's guiding light and fiercest protector her entire life, she is also one half of the matchmaking duo who brought the bride and groom together. Kayley is so important to Lauren and Beau, and despite thousands of miles between them, Lauren and Kayley are closer than ever before. Lauren is so grateful her big sister is there to hold her hand in every walk of life.
Maid of Honor
Before there was Beau and Lauren, there was Paige and Lauren. If you know the Zilinskas', you know these two were thick as thieves growing up, and the best of friends in adulthood. Paige is the second sister of the Zilinskas siblings, and just as bold and sarcastic as Lauren. What can she say, Lauren obviously learned from the best. Lauren and Paige have stood together in every phase of life, and Lauren wouldn't want to take the next big step toward her future without her big (little) sister behind her.
Best Man
The other half of the matchmaking duo! Anthony married Kayley in 2019 (right where L&B are saying I do!) and inherited Lauren as a little sister. In 2023, he hired Beau for marketing and ended up with a best friend. Beau and Anthony have had many an adventure in blackjack hands, beer olympics and grill tending, and Beau is so happy to be gaining a brother in Anthony.
Bridesmaid
If you have ever looked at Lauren and said “thank God, there aren’t two of you” … think again! Lauren met Aliyah at UW when the two girls chose the same sorority freshman year. Turns out, not only would they be bunking down the hall from each other in Seattle — Lauren’s family had just moved one block over from Aliyah’s family home! Aliyah and Lauren were instantly inseparable and are still finishing each other sentences today. Lauren was so honored to stand by Aliyah’s side on her big day in 2023 and is so happy Aliyah is returning the favor now!
Groomsman
Lauren’s oldest brother turned friend of Beau! Kyle and Lauren may be ten years apart, but are currently the closest siblings — they live on the same street in Austin! After moving to Texas in 2024, Beau and Lauren ingratiated themselves into Kyle’s ever busy social life and often spend Sunday nights at his house for dinner, summer days at KZ’s illusive pool parties and long weekends dog sitting for Kyle’s pups. Lauren and Beau are so happy to have such a close relationship with Kyle and cannot wait to watch him be the life of the party at the reception.
Bridesmaid
Beau’s older sister turned Lauren’s friend. Beau and Stephony grew up causing trouble for their parents as is the oldest sibling duty! The two have always had each other’s back, even when they were wrestling for the remote or arguing over a ride to school. Stephony continues to show up for not only Beau, but Lauren too, despite the distance between them. Lauren is so happy to gain a third sister in Steph, and is so happy Beau has someone forever looking out for him
Groomsman
Cody is Beau’s younger brother. If you’ve met Beau, you know how infinitely proud he is of his brothers, and how much love he has for Cody. Beau is so happy to have a teenage brother who is not too cool to hang out with him, and is so happy to be able to stay close to Cody via weekly texts and phone calls while miles apart. Lauren and Beau are so excited to have Cody stand by their sides on their special day.
Bridesmaid
Zoe was Lauren’s first (and for a long time, only) friend in Austin! After both relocating to Austin in July 2024, Zoe and Lauren took a chance at meeting friends on a Facebook page. After one drink, the two were talking like they’d known each other their whole lives. Zoe and her husband Peyton have been the best friends to Lauren and Beau in the last two years and have made the best memories together. Whether plotting their next weekend getaway, planning a happy hour after work or catching up on a hot girl walk, Lauren feels so lucky that Zoe has become such a loyal and loving friend to her so quickly, Lauren is so happy to have her type A planning throughout all the wedding chaos!!
Groomsman
No, you’re not seeing double. Kolter is Beau’s youngest brother, and his older brother’s spitting image. Despite 11 years and thousands of miles between them, Kolter and Beau stay close and talk almost every day. Whether they’re debriefing a Nuggets or Avalanche game, gaming together or heckling each other during football season (sorry Kolter, go Broncos!), the two are always in touch. Lauren and Beau are so happy that Kolter is here to keep the rest of this bridal party young!
Bridesmaid
To do Emily justice, take it wayyyy back to 2011. Mustaches were everywhere, Dance Moms had just premiered and Lauren and Emily wound up in the same third grade class. The two wouldn’t become close until the following year, but as soon as they connected, they were attached at the hip. Lauren spent more time at Emily’s house making music videos, practicing stunts from Em’s cheer routines and playing tag than in her own room from ages 9 to 15. Even when the two attended separate high schools, Lauren and Emily spent just as much time together, going to concerts or driving around town. Emily is the most OG of all OGs, the fifth Z sibling and Lauren has never imagined her big day without Em right by her side.
Groomsman
Perhaps Lauren and Aliyah’s best accomplishment to date: making their significant others’ best friends. Travis and Beau met on a weekend where the boys were dragged along to Vancouver so the girls could attend the Eras Tour. 24 hours and one Canucks game later; Beau and Travis returned home the best of friends. Dreams can come true! Since then, the boys have remained pals and might even talk more than Lauren and Aliyah. Beau is so happy Travis is along for whatever ride Lauren and Aliyah take them on next.
Bridesmaid
If Lauren has a ride or die, it’s Kat Legrama. Lauren and Kat met in high school at a time when the two really needed each other. The universe must have known they were meant to be, because 8 years later, they are still leaning on each other. Kat is the light in any room and the most loyal friend Lauren has ever known. She has stuck it out through high school friend group breakups, college chaos and several moves that have taken the girls further apart. Despite it all, Lauren and Kat’s friendship has endured, and Lauren is so grateful to know someone as bubbly, loving and fiercely loving as Kat. Since the two have been planning this day since 2018 from Lauren’s 2007 Honda Accord, it is only right she stands right by Lauren’s side.
Groomsman
Greg has been the newest addition to Lauren & Beau’s life, but may be the most fun! Greg started dating Paige two years ago. Unbeknownst to him, he would inherit two sisters, a brother and a crew of brother’s-in-law to hangout with. Greg is the most happy, go lucky guy around and there is no one who brings better vibes to a party. Beau is so happy to be gaining a brother-in-law and friend in Greg to gamble with!
Bridesmaid
Grace might as well have the title “Zilinskas Family Favorite” etched into her name plate. While she is Lauren’s best friend and former roommate, she is adored by the entire Zilinskas clan and has become a member of family in the last four years. Grace and Lauren met via cold direct message on Instagram (bold) when trying to find roommates at the University of Washington. The girls lucked out: not only did they withstand living in a tiny dorm together, they have remained best friends to this day. Lauren is so grateful that her chaotic college days did not drive Grace away, because Grace is the ultimate bestie. Lauren is so happy to have such a loving and thoughtful best friend, and sincerely hopes Grace will not have to peel her off the floor (yet again) after the reception.
Groomsman
You could say Beau and Peyton were blindly set up. After moving to Austin in 2024, Zoe and Lauren decided to meetup to make friends, and dragged their boyfriends along to make acquaintances as well! Needless to say, the mission was a HUGE success. Two years later, Beau and Peyton have gambled in Vegas, thrown tortillas at a Texas Tech game and grilled for the girls by the pool many a time. Peyton has been a great friend to Beau, and Beau is so happy he is standing up to the big day.
Groomsman
Chris and Beau met while working in Idaho together. Though Beau is constantly on Chris for his prehistoric age, the two bonded quickly over sports, marketing projects and games. Beau and Chris have spent many nights at Anthony’s house shooting the shit and drinking too much Buffalo Trace. Beau is so happy to have Chris stand up to the big day.