Wedding Party
Abigail Kennedy
Maid of Honor (she/her)
Abby is Maggie's older sister and oldest friend. Maggie has always looked up to her and she is so happy to have Abby by her side on this important day! Abby is passionate, smart, silly, and talented. She is a dog-lover (especially her dog, Theo), a women's soccer diehard, and a lifelong book worm. Abby is an ESL teacher in the Philadelphia area.
Dyson Kennedy
Best Man (he/him)
Dyson is Maggie's younger brother and also one of her oldest friends. Dyson is both brilliant and hilarious- he makes everything better! He is a top tier Philly sports fan, a Scooby-Doo enthusiast, and a murder-mystery party architect. Dyson is a physics graduate student and researcher at UMass Amherst.
John Stuetz
Bridesman (he/him)
John is Maggie's brother-in-law (Abby and John got married in 2020). Maggie has loved getting to be close with John over the years and she's so proud to have him in her bridal party! John is deeply kind, thoughtful, and creative. He loves watching the Premier League, exploring nature with Abby and Theo, thrifting rocking chairs, and pronouncing the word 'Lionville.' Like Abby, John is also an ESL teacher in the Philadelphia area.
Lindsay Giunta
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Maggie and Lindsay have been friends since elementary school! They got close in high school, lived together in college, and have made so many amazing memories along the way. Lindsay is a Pride and Prejudice aficionado, a Swiftie, a book lover, and a longtime Philadelphia Flyers fan. Lindsay is a history teacher in the Philadelphia area.
Thomas Silvia
Bridesman (he/him)
Maggie and Tommy grew up just down the road from each other! They went to elementary, middle, high school, and college together. Maggie and Tommy are neighbors again, both in Fairmount, in Philly. Tommy has an infectious laugh, a gorgeous singing voice, and the kindest heart. Tommy is a computer science professional at Vanguard and he's working towards his Masters in Computer Science at Johns Hopkins.
Charlotte Fallick
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Maggie and Charlotte (Char) have been friends since their first year at Pitt- they were newbies in The Songburghs a cappella group together! From a cappella competitions, to study abroad meetups in France, and so much more, Maggie and Char have had many wonderful times together. She gives the best advice, writes award-winning a cappella arrangements, and has killer 'grandma chic' style. Char is a licensed therapist living and working in Washington DC.
Shivani Desai
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Maggie and Shivani met working as Warren for President Field Organizers together in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in 2019/2020. Shivani made Iowa (and post-caucus, Illinois) feel like home. She is compassionate, bright, hilarious, and more. She loves chomping on ice, Lorde, Schitt's Creek, and the 'To All The Boys I've Loved Before' series. Shivani is in law school at CUNY School of Law in NYC.
Casey Abramson
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Maggie and Casey became friends Maggie's first year at Pitt, through The Songburghs a cappella group. Casey made Maggie feel so welcomed and valued in the group and they've been close friends ever since. She has a radiant smile and she is an incredible leader, a cutie clay-earring maker, and matcha lover. Casey is a Partnerships Manager at a startup in NYC.
Kathryn Haynes
Bridesmaid (she/they)
Maggie and Kathryn became friends when Kathryn joined The Songburghs a cappella group, Maggie's junior year at Pitt. Maggie was Kathryn's 'big' in the group, and they've remained close ever since. Kathryn is a rom-com girlie, a Swiftie, a New Girl scholar, and a puzzle fiend. She is a licensed social worker in the Chicago Public School District.
Zach Grewe
Bridesperson (they/he)
Maggie and Zach became friends when Maggie joined The Songburghs a cappella group, her first year at Pitt. Zach (and Casey) were Maggie's 'bigs' in the group--Zach has long been a role model for Maggie and an amazing friend. They are potentially the smartest person Maggie's ever known, a Boygenius super-fan, a gazelle-like runner, and a Glee groupie. Zach is an attorney for the United Steelworkers Union in Pittsburgh.
Madeline Sinovic
Officiant (she/her)
Madeline is a crucial part of Maggie and Lydia's love story! Maggie and Madeline became friends in 2019 working as Warren for President Field Organizers in Iowa. Post-campaign, Madeline ended up working at the same political non-profit as Lydia- they met before Maggie and Lydia did! In the fall of 2020, Maggie started working for this same organization, through which she met Lydia, via zoom, on October 14th. Immediately, Lydia caught Maggie's eye and she texted Madeline: "Who is Lydia? Is she gay?" From the beginning, Madeline was a confidant for both Maggie and Lydia as their connection grew. Maggie and Madeline moved to NYC together in January 2021 and when Lydia first visited Maggie in February of 2021, this Apt 220 fire escape photo was taken :) Madeline is a loyal friend, an electric dancer, a musical theater junkie, and a Broad City devotee. She is a Writer and Events Coordinator in NYC.
Eli Louie Gelb
Flower Child
Eli is Lydia and Maggie's nephew! He was born in January of 2022 and somehow, he has been getting cuter by the day. He is sweet, curious, playful, and silly. Eli loves to identify cars and airplanes, follow his older cousin Alina, cheer for the Mariners with his parents, and go on family adventures in the Pacific Northwest outdoors. He works hard and plays hard at preschool in Seattle.
Mikaela Louie
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Mikaela is Lydia's sister-in-law. She has been in Lydia's life since 2008 when Jacob brought her along to Lydia's sweet sixteen, back when they were supposedly 'just friends.' Mikaela brings so much to the Louie-Lippold-Gelb family and Lydia has loved building a strong relationship with her over the years! From gossiping about The Bachelor, to discussing politics, they never run out of things to say. Lydia was so happy to be part of Mikaela's wedding back in 2019, and she is so glad that Mikaela will be by her side on this special day! Mikaela is a healthcare attorney in Seattle. P.S. Shout out to Mikaela (and Jacob) for making Lydia an Aunt- it is such an unbelievable joy!
Cassady Coulter
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Lydia and Cassady (often known as Cass) have been friends since elementary school and became even closer in high school. They lived just two blocks from each other and they spent their time after school playing ultimate frisbee and listening to Taylor Swift! To this day they will review the newest Taylor Swift album on release day. Cass is thoughtful, creative, genuine, and a loyal friend. Cassady is a Digital Communications Specialist in Seattle.
Molly Utter
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Lydia and Molly have been friends since first grade, 25 years and counting! Growing up, they were in band together (this photo features them on concert day), did Girl Scouts (with Cass and Callie), and spent summers sailing - Molly teaching Lydia to be exact. Their TV marathons go well into the night, watching everything from The O.C. to Friday Night Lights (finishing this year)! Molly is a lawyer, working for Senator Maria Cantwell's office in Washington D.C.
Callie Logan
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Lydia and Callie have been friends throughout elementary, middle, and high school. From soccer to mock trial, they always had fun no matter the activity! Lydia has long been impressed with Callie's artistic abilities (her doodles are masterpieces), and was not surprised when she went into graphic design. Callie affectionately calls Lydia, Lloydia - and is the only one allowed to do so. Callie is a Graphic Designer for Rover in Seattle.
McKenna Bernard
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Lydia and McKenna met during their first year at Macalester College and have been friends since then! They lived together their senior year, and among typical college shenanigans, they discovered their (somewhat obsessive) love of puzzles that year. Ever since, whenever they get together they do a puzzle! McKenna is extremely kind and a wonderful listener, always offering thoughtful advice when it's needed. McKenna is a Marketing Program Manager living and working in Boulder, CO.
Zoë Withered
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Lydia and Zoë met during their first year at Macalester College and have been friends ever since. Throughout college they shared a healthy competitive spirit on the ultimate field and bonded over late night heart-to-hearts. Upon graduating they traveled throughout Europe (including a windy day at the Acropolis featured in this photo) and spent years as neighbors in Greenwood, Seattle. Lydia had the honor of officiating Zoë's wedding in August 2023! Zoë is a Youth Program Case Manager living and working in Seattle.
Alex Greenler
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Lydia and Alex (better known as Pocket) became friends when Alex joined the Macalester College women's ultimate frisbee team, Lydia's sophomore year. Their friendship grew when Alex moved to Seattle in 2015 after graduating, right as Lydia moved back. Alex is not only a talented graphic designer, but is the perfect person to throw a themed party! Alex and Lydia were coworkers at Galvanize USA, and she continues to work there today.
Ashwini Mandalika
Bridesmaid (she/they)
Lydia and Ashwini lived together in Seattle from 2019-2021, and were quarantine roommates! They baked bread together (mostly Ashwini), got really into The Amazing Race, did stick-and-poke tattoos, adopted a kitten (well Ashwini did), and much more. During this time, Ashwini was first to learn about Lydia's crush on Maggie and has always been a big supporter! Ashwini is a Project Manager living and working in Seattle.
Carlos Martinez
Bridesman (he/him)
Lydia and Carlos met during their first year at Macalester, thanks to their Psychology First Year Course. In fact, Carlos is one of the first people that Lydia met on campus! They quickly became friends through classes and lived together for a semester during junior year. Carlos moved to Seattle right after graduating, and they had the chance to become roommates again in 2020 (with Ashwini). Lydia and Carlos put their Political Science degrees to good use by keeping up with local politics together. Carlos knows lots of fun facts about Seattle history, where he continues to live and work in affordable housing.
Claire Kimball
Bridesmaid (she/her)
Lydia and Claire became friends after being introduced by Cassady. Claire graciously agreed to participate in a social bowling league with Lydia, and their friendship blossomed throughout the season. Despite moving not long after, they have continued to be close and go bowling together whenever possible - including Lydia's 30th birthday party featured in this photo! Claire is a Customer Success professional living in Connecticut.