Nicole & Dan
Wedding Party
Victoria Vecchio
Co-Maid of Honor
Victoria is the middle of the 3 Vecchio girls. Victoria is 2.5 years younger than Nicole and they've always been very close. They have gone from playing Barbies and spies together, to being epic travel buddies and still best of friends as adults. She's brilliant, hilarious, and thoughtful. "Reception Victoria" will likely bust out a choreographed dance with red wine in hand.
Luke Marklin
Best Man
Luke is Dan’s older brother by 6 years. While there were some sibling rivalries, he’s always been one of Dan’s best friends and biggest supporters. Dan loves that no matter how old they get, they still goof around like kids whenever they’re back together. Luke’s Superlative: Most likely to pull a hammy on the dance floor. Ask Luke about: The time he called in sick as a bagger at a grocery store…
Julianna Vecchio
Co-Maid of Honor
Julianna "Jules" is the baby of the 3 Vecchio girls. Even though Jules and Nicole are 7.5 years apart, she knows how to keep up with the older kids. Nicole has always thought of Jules as her mini me, and Nicole's thankful she came before her 2 sisters because it would be very hard to live up to the standards they have set. She's younger, but Nicole looks up to her in many ways. Jules is a firecracker, extremely driven, and so sweet. "Reception Jules" will be working the room and might some how end up on the stage.
Bryan Marx
Groomsman
Bryan and Dan grew up together in the ‘burbs of Saint Louis and were best friends throughout their formative years; Dan practically had a second home at the Marx residence. Dan enjoys that they still joke around like High School buds yet they both have become very driven, successful individuals. Bryan’s Superlative: Most likely to swear on the golf course. Ask Bryan about: The time he got kicked out of Mrs. Kunz’ math class in 7th grade…
Krista Rowe
Bridesmaid
Krista is Dan’s older sister and Nicole is thrilled to gain another sister! She’s been so welcoming of Nicole into the family and is an amazing mom to her growing family. “Reception Krista” will be wrangling her oldest son who loves to stay on the move but she can hopefully enjoy the open bar since she’s been sober most of this year preparing for Rowe baby#2, born in October!
Steven Zipparo
Groomsman
Steve and Dan started at Shell together on the same day in 2013. It was a cute love story when they met in the Shell gym and exchanged numbers. Steve’s been one of Dan’s best friends after college and has enjoyed many fun times together at the bars in Houston, trips around Texas, or trips to his ranch north of Houston. Steve’ Superlative: Best friends to know in case of zombie apocalypse. Ask Steve about: The time he went to South Padre for spring break…. as a 24-year-old…
Courtney Unger
Bridesmaid
Courtney and Nicole became instant best friends in 6th grade Social Studies & P.E. class. They share a very similar Type A yet goofy personality. She went to A&M but even that couldn't keep them apart! Nicole is thankful they have remained just as close throughout all phases of their lives they have faced together. “Reception Courtney” will end up stealing a microphone from a band member when a rap song comes on and will perfectly recite all the lyrics.
Chris Parish
Groomsman
Chris is Dan’s pledge brother from Sigma Chi at Purdue. They roomed together for 3 years and experienced many late nights studying engineering, meeting many sorority girls, and every now and then some out-right debauchery. Chris is a strong extrovert and Dan is a strong introvert, they both are abnormally tall, and they both can quote movies like none-other…. so they made a good team. Chris’ Superlative: Most likely to start a conversation with anybody. Ask Chris about: The year he was Pledge Class President at Sigma Chi…
Rachael Hamlin
Bridesmaid
Rachael and Nicole met back in elementary school. They became and stayed besties through volleyball, an epic trip to Greece in 2019, living together during the pandemic and beyond. She keeps Nicole's life sweet and very spicy! “Reception Rachael” will be tearing up the dance floor with her fiancé and will try to convince the bar tenders to serve everyone tequila shots.
Rick Newnham
Groomsman
Rick and Dan both worked for Shell in Dubai in 2014-2015. They travelled the world together from bath houses in Istanbul, to villas in South Africa, to Oktoberfest in Munich, to Petra in Jordan. Their personalities click well and even though they live halfway across the world, all it takes is 1 Whatsapp message and they’re right back in the groove. Rick’s Superlative: Most likely to get into a sticky situation. Ask Rick about: The time we went to a bar under the bridge in Istanbul…
Kelsey Wright
Bridesmaid
Kelsey and Nicole met at UT and she is a sorority sister. She’s the first friend Nicole made in their first class of college. They went on an unforgettable trip to Africa and Europe after graduating and Nicole is so lucky to have such a kind person in her life. “Reception Kelsey” will be crying many happy tears while waiting the whole night for “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” to come on.
Nolan Sanders
Groomsman
Nolan is Dan’s pledge brother from Sigma Chi at Purdue. They met on the first night of pledgeship and roomed together their senior years. Nolan is always down for fun and is usually the life of the party; they both have a talent for singing, they both enjoy watching baseball, they both can cut a rug, and every now and then they both enjoy a cold beer. Nolan’s Superlative: Most likely to get carded after age 30. Ask Nolan about: The time he and his brother went on a late night “adventure” on Spring Break in Fort Lauderdale…
Kelly Wu
Bridesmaid
Kelly and Nicole met at UT and she is a sorority sister. She’s a year older and wiser than Nicole, always showing the ropes. They lived together in college, and Nicole has been fortunate to have such a loyal friend. They do their best to visit each other as long-distance besties. “Reception Kelly” might be the first to throw her shoes off to comfortably hit the dance floor. She’ll make it through the night and somehow her hair will remain perfect.
Mark Back
Groomsman
Mark is Dan’s pledge brother from Sigma Chi at Purdue. They’ve always been good friends sharing a lot in common in terms of family, faith, goals, and personal beliefs. They’ve smoked many cigars together, played many rounds of golf, had many late-night talks, and have shared many laughs as well. Mark’s Superlative: Most likely to be mistaken for Dos Equis’ “Most Interesting Man in the World”. Ask Mark about: The time they went to a Passion Pit concert in Chicago and he was having a “very fun time”….
Savior Na
Bridesmaid
Savior and Nicole met at UT and she is a sorority sister. They grew close living in the sorority house and an apartment together. They share the same sense of adventure and zest for life. That has taken Savior & Nicole on many trips filled with hiking, kayaking, biking, and more. “Reception Savior” will be non-stop giggles and will be making her way around the room. There’s not a person who won’t enjoy chatting, laughing, and dancing with her. She will also play her air saxophone with the band.