lillian & michael
Wedding Party
Laura Wirpsza
Maid of Honor
Nearest and dear to Lillian's heart is her older sister Laura. She is the one who always pushes Lillian to pursue her dreams. On the fateful night when Lillian and Michael met, Laura was by her side encouraging her to take the leap of faith and exchange numbers.
Craig Essington
Best Man
Craig is Michael's only sibling and older brother by two years. He's been with Michael from literally day one -- for better or worse, but mostly better. Whether navigating elementary, high school, college, or life, Craig has been a close friend and confidant through it all. He lives in Iowa with his family, keeping to the midwestern roots Michael left behind for the coast.
Christina Fairhurst
Matron of Honor
Christina, or better known as X is Lillian's partner in crime since day one at Gettysburg College. They were roommates for 4 years and never skipped a beat to make time for each other even after college. Before Michael could "Pass Go" and meet Lillian's parents, it was mandatory he travel to Maine with Lillian to meet her bestest Christina. Lucky for Michael, Christina gave her stamp of approval and since that fateful trip, Maine is a favorite destination for the happy couple.
Caleb Acton
Best Man
Caleb and Michael have been close friends since third grade. Caleb was the new kid in class and they become close friends somewhere along the way. But, it certainly wasn't the first week in third grade when Caleb eschewed any help from Michael picking up dropped crayons. From playing sports together through high school to going to the same college, if anyone knows Michael's story it's this guy.
Justina Tong
Bridesmaid
Justina and Lillian met during Yoga Teacher Training a few years ago in Washington DC. Their friendship blossomed as they shared the same affinity for college sports, nighttime monuments walks, and dining al fresco in Justina's courtyard with friends.
Joshua Baggett
Groomsman
When Michael took his first job in Washington D.C. in 2011 his desk was two feet away from Josh's. Their friendship began in earnest just two months later as the U.S. House of Representatives decided to vote on spending amendments to the entire federal budget and was cemented whilst surviving the great D.C. earthquake in August the same year. Since then, Josh and Michael have remained close friends whether they're on the occasional duck hunting trip, playing a round of golf, or attending the same industry reception.
Amy Vanstrien
Bridesmaid
What's a way better to bond two people than sharing French Beignets at a work dinner? Well that is exactly how Amy and Lillian became fast friends. Even though they work in different departments now, Amy and Lillian continue to love adventure and testing rosé's together.
Will Adams
Groomsman
Will and Michael met on a fateful flight to Istanbul in the fall of 2011. At least that much is assumed because memories of actually meeting before the flight are somewhat scant. That said, the fun (and the memories) began quickly as they took in the local music scene that first evening in Turkey. While that particular trip may have ended with a late night McDonald's run (and some version of God Bless America), Will and Michael have remained close friends ever since as they've navigated life in Washington, D.C.