Wedding Party
Anabel Llende
Maid of Honor
Anabel is Lindsay's younger sister who has held the title of "future of maid of honor" since day one. Throughout all of the Llende family moves, Anabel and Lindsay stuck together and helped one another navigate new cities, new schools, and new friends. Although Anabel is a proud Buckeye, she is still (and forever will be) Lindsay's built-in best friend. Lindsay is so excited to have her standing beside her on the big day! Anabel's favorite thing about the couple is their spontaneity. Whether it's traveling to various countries around the world, or camping out for days at music festivals, the two of them are into any and all life experiences. As a younger sister, it is so apparent to Anabel that Linds and Ollie are not only great partners but best friends, too. Anabel is so excited to stand by Lindsay on the big day!
Felix Lee
Best Man
Felix and Oliver met during their first year of high school and have been inseparable since. Their years of friendship include a trip to South Korea, spring breaks in Florida, countless concerts and music festivals, and lots of evenings in the hot tub. Felix's favorite thing about the couple is their penchant for bringing friends and family together with welcoming arms. He's been blessed with two lifelong friends who will effortlessly foster a loving community around them. As Oliver's best friend and best man, he couldn't feel more proud and assured that Oliver has found his true match, and can't wait to see what adventures are in store for them!
Sierra Miliziano
Bridesmaid
Sierra and Lindsay like to refer to one another as "wombmates". Their friendship started before either of them were born (their dads have been friends forever) and has continued through being college roommates, traveling through Europe together, and now sharing in the big day together! The thing Sierra is most excited for at the wedding is taking a tequila shot with Lindsay's dad!
Nick Ardelean
Groomsman
Nick is the older of Oliver’s stepbrothers. The two met when Oliver was in high school, as their parents started dating. Although they don't share the same alma mater (Nick went to Michigan State), Oliver is so excited to share in the big day together. Nick's favorite thing about the couple is that they have been to more countries than anyone else he knows.
Katie Sherwin
Bridesmaid
Katie and Lindsay met during Freshman year at the University of Michigan through their a cappella group, the Sopranos. The two bonded over their love of music, Michigan football, and finding the best bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on campus. Katie and Lindsay lived together through their COVID senior year and although things were a little different on campus, both agree it was one of the best years of their lives. Katie's favorite thing about the bride and groom is their sense of adventure! Whether it's traveling abroad, or going on a walk for a coffee and a bagel, the two are always up for it.
Anthony Ardelean
Groomsman
Anthony is the younger of Oliver’s stepbrothers. As a Michigan fan, he tips the family balance in the right direction. Along with Nick, the three of them have embarked on great trips together, traveling to Florida, East Lansing, and salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. The thing Anthony is most excited for at the wedding is seeing the pure enjoyment on everyone's face and to officially welcome another member into the family, along with a fun and exciting night with people he loves.
Liv Slaby
Bridesmaid
Liv and Lindsay met on their first day of Kindergarten in Naperville, IL. They spent most of their elementary school days jumping on Liv's trampoline, geeking out over Harry Potter, and singing in choir together. No matter where they moved to, Liv and Lindsay have always stayed close friends and love traveling to visit one another. The thing Liv is most excited for at the wedding is to celebrate her childhood best friend, the magical person she's always been, and the beautiful life she's built with Oliver.
Mitchell Morrell
Groomsman
Mitchell and Oliver have been friends since elementary school. In their youth, they caused trouble together at countless Boy Scouts campouts. In college, they coinhabited a 10-man house that likely just barely passed city inspections (coincidentally, where Oliver met Lindsay). In recent years, they have bonded over their enjoyment of electronic music and comedy, attending many shows together. Mitchell's favorite thing about the bride and groom is how they balance each other out. Whenever Oliver is going crazy, Lindsay is there to chill him out. Whenever Lindsay needs a pick me up, Oliver is there to pick her up. He is most excited to see Oliver’s face when he sees Lindsay walking down the aisle.
Julia Vancora
Bridesmaid
Julia and Lindsay met on the first day of 8th grade in Jupiter, FL and quickly bonded over their shared obsession of One Direction (so obsessed that they had cardboard cutouts of band members in their bedrooms). They love going to workout classes together, coffee walks, and a good brunch at Berry Fresh Cafe. Even though One Direction broke up, they didn't, and have continued their friendship through college and post-graduation life. The thing Julia is most excited for at the wedding is to see Lindsay finally marry Oliver!
Jackson Brooks
Groomsman
Jackson and Oliver met in the back row of Pre-Calculus during their Freshman year of college. It was instant friendship - with their Professor struggling to keep them quiet during most classes. Today, their significant others struggle to keep them quiet during outings, so nothing has really changed! Jackson's favorite thing about the bride and groom is how cute they are together and how fun they are!
Casey Snyder
Bridesmaid
Casey and Lindsay met while working together in Washington, DC. Funny enough, when Lindsay started working, Casey initially tried to not be her friend and to keep professional boundaries (that worked out well), but quickly they were inseparable. Since meeting, the two have hiked to Machu Picchu, met Noah Kahan, and traveled to 6 countries together! Casey's favorite thing about the bride and groom is their commitment to eating as many rolls as possible at Texas Roadhouse
Matt Chymyck
Groomsman
Matt and Oliver decided to become roommates when they both moved to Utah to work at the same company. They had not met previously, but it turned out to be a pretty good match. Together, they navigated the challenges and thrills of post-college life. They decided to continue living together the following year in Boston. Over those 2 years, their friendship developed during trips to national parks, rodeo outings, Thursday "Pint Nights" at Ashland Ale House, and several meals of clam chowder and lobster. Matt even visited Oliver and Lindsay in Poland during their "year abroad." Matt's favorite thing about the bride and groom is how they can just as easily ground each other as they can push each other’s limits. He’s loved watching their relationship grow—from their successful years long distance, to their time in Poland, and now settling down in Michigan together. They are two of his favorite people, and he couldn’t be happier to celebrate this next chapter in their journey together.
Eileen Paulson
Bridesmaid
Eileen and Lindsay met in the 6th grade at Washington Junior High in Naperville. Eileen, a fellow singer, and Lindsay hit it off right away and spent the next two years in choirs together. They loved getting together after school to play Monopoly with Eileen's brothers, geeking out over Harry Potter, and going to Centennial beach. As adults, the two have grown to have much more refined taste, sharing their love of Noah Kahan music, a good tequila shot, and late night Taco Bell. The thing Eileen is most excited for at the wedding is to see Lindsay break it down on the dance floor!
Chris Fields
Groomsman
Chris and Oliver became best friends in middle school, having nearly weekly sleepovers at each other’s houses. Their friendship strengthened through countless Boy Scouts campouts and continued into high school. Chris also attended U-M and was one of the first people Oliver introduced Lindsay to when they first started dating! The thing Chris is most excited for at the wedding is celebrating the bride and groom while reuniting with many high school and college friends!
KC McQuaid
Bridesmaid
KC and Lindsay met in the 6th grade at Washington Jr. High in Naperville. With an unparalleled obsession of the Twilight series, the two realized they had met their match. So much so, that they even managed to drag their mom's to a Twilight convention in the 7th grade. KC and Lindsay both loved to run and as they got older their love of running kept them close throughout moves, college, and post-college life. When Lindsay was living in Florida, KC flew down and the two ran the Disney Princess Half Marathon together (with Eileen cheering the whole way)! The thing KC is most excited for at the wedding is to see Lindsay walk down the aisle and get one step closer to something we've dreamt about for what feels like a thousand years ;)
Jose Naime
Groomsman
Jose (also known as Pepe) was assigned as Oliver’s Big in their fraternity. Although Oliver’s stint in the fraternity only lasted one week, their friendship has continued ever since. Pepe is also a fellow U-M grad and although the two live across the country from one another, they always find time to catch up and stay connected. The thing Pepe is most excited for at the wedding is that he knows it will be a good time if Oliver’s there! He says that Oliver deserves the best company and he is excited to see him have joy, trust, and companionship with Lindsay for the rest of his life.