Catie and Matt
Wedding Party
Abbey
Best Woman
Where do we begin with miss Abbey? She's Catie's little sister, and a constant in her life since 2004. Abbey and Catie have grown to be the closest of sisters, and dearest of friends. They have been through the ups and downs together for 18 years, and will always been there for eachother for the rest of forever. Catie knew without hesitation that Abbey needed to the one standing next to her for the big day!
Matty Darkside
Best Man
Where do we even start? Well, Matt and Matty have been friends for upwards of 10 years, and have basically become brothers since meeting. Matty helped kickstart Matt's career of tattooing by having him as his assistant 10 years ago, and then helped him skyrocket it into what it is today by taking him under his wing as his Tattoo Mentor. Matty is a huge part of both Matt and Catie's life. The countless amount of late night hangs on Matty's porch, and meaningful conversations made it so easy to bring him on as their best man for the big day!
Rosie
Best Dog
Rosie has been in Matt and Catie’s life for the entirety of their relationship, and is one of their perfect little pups. Catie rescued Rosie about 6 months prior to meeting Matt, but Rosie fell in love with Matt before Catie did! Rosie taught both Catie and Matt how to be responsible for more than themselves, which is why the couple is and will always be so grateful to little Rosie Posie. Rosie has been waiting for this day since meeting Matt, so the couple couldn’t imagine getting married without her!
Coconut
Best Dog
Matt and Catie adopted Coconut 2 years into their relationship, and are so excited to have her present on their big day! Coconut was their COVID pet -- adopting only 3 days before the world shut down in 2020. but Coconut represents growth in their relationship being the first (but absolutely not last) pet they adopted together. Coco is a nervous but sweet little angel, and is practically Catie's shadow. When you see her on the wedding day, be patient as she will be nervous. However, Catie and Matt could simply not picture their wedding day without her by their side.
Heidi
Bridesmaid
Heidi is one of Matt's oldest friends, and has always remained one of his closest. Heidi and Matt met in high school, and used to love ditching class to smoke cigarettes in Heidi's car (sorry Mom and Dad)! They've shared numerous memories together and will be lifelong friends. When Matt and Catie started dating, Heidi took Catie in as if she's also known her for most of her life. She's been a welcoming, warm presence in both of their lives since the beginning. Matt and Catie are so lucky to have her in their party.
Derek
Groomsman
Derek, or Boo Bear as some may know him, is Matt's little brother. Derek and Matt have been close since the beginning, and Matt has enjoyed watching him grow up every step of the way. Both Catie and Matt are excited to have Boo Bear as a part of our wedding!
Holly
Bridesmaid
Holly is a gem of a friend to both Matt and Catie. Holly met Matt almost a decade ago, but met Catie soon after they started dating. She is Matty's (Best Man) partner, and has been a rock for both Catie and Matt. For Catie, Holly was there when Matt first started his apprenticeship for tattooing, and helped Catie navigate the world of tattooing through the partner's eyes. She is the perfect friend to go to for advice and to vent, but also the perfect friend to laugh and be silly with. Both Catie and Matt can't wait to have her by their side for the wedding!
Issiah
Groomsman
Issiah is Matt's step brother, but Matt looks at him as his own blood family. Matt met Issiah at the age of 3, so they grew up a lot together. Over the years, they've shared memories and laughs that will last a lifetime. It was a no brainer to have Issiah be a part of Matt and Catie's wedding day!
Meaghan
Bridesmaid
What to say about Meg? She met both Matt and Catie at the same time when she became their neighbor when moving to Milwaukee, and they couldn't have asked for a better one. Meaghan was more than a neighbor, but became a dear friend to both Matt and Catie. She's a fireball, and always knows how to cheer people up. After Catie and Matt moved out, their friendship with Meaghan continued and will forever. Meg is the person you call to party, but also the person you call to protest the man with you. Catie and Matt are forever grateful to have Meaghan in their life, and also to have her in their wedding party.
Benjamin
Groomsman
Benjamin, or Murderface is a kind soul and one of Matt and Catie's best friends. Catie met Ben when they became roommates, but Matt and Ben have been friends for much longer. Both feel so lucky to call Ben their friend!! He is one of the most reliable, and genuine people you'll ever meet! Catie and Matt can't wait to have him in their party, and to party with him.
Bea
Bridesmaid
Catie met Bea just about 1 year ago, but upon them meeting, knew they were going to be lifelong friends. Bea is someone Catie talks to about almost everything, and always feel comfortable and cared about in her presence. Bea was added to the wedding party just slightly after the others, but Catie knew without a doubt Bea needed to be there in her party for her big day!
Cole
Groomsman
Cole is another friend both Catie and Matt made not too long ago. Cole moved to Milwaukee in 2021 to tattoo at Black Dawn (the shop Matt tattoos at) and very shortly after meeting, Cole made his mark on both Catie and Matt. He has a kind heart, and is the perfect person to have added to our wedding party. Matt and Catie are overjoyed to have Cole a part of their big day!
Lenny
Groomsman
How to describe Lenny? He's a genuine and kind friend that Matt has known for around 7 years. While living together, Lenny opened up his home to Catie and her dog Rosie without hesitation, and became a close friend of Catie's in the process. He's always been accepting of others, and is the easy-going kind of roommate/landlord that allowed Catie and Matt to bring in another dog (one he didn't even want) into the house they all shared, and the couple think it's a true testament to just how kind Lenny is. Both Matt and Catie could not imagine not having Lenny there for their wedding.