Mandy & Sonya
Wedding Party
Taylor Gledhill
Bridesman
Taylor and Mandy met working at their previous company, and as they both say, the best part of that job was becoming friends. The friendship first sparked when they realized what a badass merch + social media team they are, and that has continued ever since. Taylor ended up following Mandy to Legion M where they are still a dynamic team, and even closer friends than ever. Taylor was there for Mandy through one of the biggest trials of her life as a literal shoulder to cry on, and a laugh when she needed it the most. Taylor's friendship is one that Mandy will cherish for a lifetime. Some of their favorite memories are going out to lunch for their 3rd bulgogi beef bowl in a week, and work days at Mandy's house - some of the most productive days ever, of course.
Kerrin Klein
Broomsmaid
Sonya's BFF <3 Their friendship started in DC via Craigslist and blossomed to include an amazing group of friends called the DFDubs (the Dubs for short). Though they only lived in the same city for the very first year, they've remained BFFs for over 15 years. Their favorite memories together: Chaos on Wednesday nights, the infamous Underwear party, visits at NYU, the road trip to FL, and countless catch-up phone calls for hours. Kerrin is a lawyer and lives in NYC with her 2 beautiful twin boys, Reid and Connor.
Mercedes (Sadie) Escobedo
Bridesmaid
Mercedes and Mandy took a while to become friends, but when they did, it was like "WHY HAVE WE NOT DONE THIS BEFORE?!" (haha!) They worked together at Hot Topic for almost 7 years, and are now so similar, it's a bit scary. (dun, dun, dunnnnnnn) They bond over their love of Harry Potter, adventure, travel, and generally loving life. Some of their favorite memories together are Pride weekend's Dyke Day picnic, late night hotel chats during Comic Con, and the many drinks with Andrew Sumner (so many drinks).
Jia (Jocelyn) Shen
Broomsmaid
JiaJia and Doo (Sonya) go all the way back to high school! They were locker buddies who rode to school together almost every day of senior year. Their friendship was re-ignited as the Dubs formed and they always took opportunities for 1-on-1 bonding time during those huge group snowboarding trips. Their favorite memories together: Dub birthday parties at Avenue, Dub trip to Miami, "Prowling" DC bars, and Christmases at the Suon house. Jia is living her best life in Hyattsville, MD and constantly traveling the world.
Trista Peterson
Bridesmaid
Trista and Mandy have one of those amazing stories where things were not all roses and daisies at first... but that only made their friendship stronger in the long run! Trista and Mandy worked together as Buyers at Hot Topic, and they made an incredible team. Seeing each other through thick and thin, they are always there for each other. Some of their favorite memories are going to Comic Con (for like 5 years in a row), the many drinks with Andrew Sumner (so many drinks), and Mandy & Sonya's engagement brunch where Trista popped their first bottle of wedding champagne!
Tenea Johnson
Broomsmaid
One of Sonya's original homies and her FL best friend, they met in DC over a decade ago and wound up moving to FL together soon after (kinda, Sonya followed her there). Sonya and Mandy both adore Tenea's quick wit and take-no-shit attitude. Their favorite memories together: trying to meet quality lesbians at DC and Tampa bars and clubs and on Craigslist (lol), busting out awesome dance moves in the middle of the street to Janet Jackson's "If" and many, many heart-felt conversations about life. Tenea is an award-winning writer and small business owner in St. Petersburg, FL.
Sophya Suon
Bridesmaid
Sophya is Sonya's big sister, but when discussing the bridal party Mandy said "I get your sister!". Sophya and Mandy were immediate friends. The laughter, creativity, and fun they share will be lifelong! Some of their favorite memories are making holiday decorations, moving a 500 pound refrigerator by themselves (haha!), and teaching Mandy to dance like a real Cambodian!
Teresa Colon
Broomsmaid
Sonya's Cali best friend and social partner in crime who was there when Sonya and Mandy met for the very first time! Believe it or not, Teresa and Sonya both swiped right on Tinder, too (because they both thought the other seemed cool AF) and it sparked an immediate friendship. Their favorite memories together: their trip to Costa Rica and fighting for our rights/protesting against the patriarchy at the Women's March in DC. Teresa is a "world-renowned" graphic designer living in Long Beach, just a quick "pop in" distance from us <3
Pippa Pants & Blixy Bear
Fur Babies
Pippa & Blix are Mandy & Sonya's fur babies! Pippa & Sonya have been together since Pippa was a puppy. She is 7 years old, 5.5 pounds, and the alpha of the family. Uncannily smart, Pippa always knows how to get her way. With those big beautiful eyes, how can you say no?! Blix was rescued by Mutt Scouts, the dog rescue that Mandy & Sonya frequently volunteer for. They met Blix at an adoption event and could not stop thinking about his handsome baby face and floppy ears. Being blind doesn't slow this boy down! Blix is as sweet as they come and loves barking at dogs on TV and eating as many treat-treats as he can.
Sara Foster
Fur Baby Bearer
Sara is Pippa & Blix's bestfriend and sitter! Sonya & Mandy met Sara when they were searching for someone to care for their babies and they could not have asked for anyone better! The fur babies love when their friend Sara comes to visit and play with them. Sara takes the best pictures of the babies too! Sonya & Mandy are so happy to have such a wonderful friend to love on their babies as much as they do.
Andrew Sumner
Officiant of Honor
When describing Andrew Sumner everyone always says "he is the best human being you will ever meet" -- and they are right. Sumner is everyone's friend, confidant, and mentor. He is the kind of person that we should all strive to be: kind, warm, loving, and funny as hell. He will tell you the funniest story you have ever heard (most from his life and all very true), and also be an ear to simply listen if that is what you need. Sumner is infamous for his ability to throw a party, and when Mandy & Sonya thought of who they wanted to marry them, they looked no further than Andrew Sumner. Mandy & Sonya are honored to be married by this wonderful human being. Some of their favorite memories together are karaoke nights in Vegas, Hugglemania every year at Comic Con, and as many brunches as we can.