Wedding Party
Samantha Esp
Maid of Honor
Samantha (Sam), is Sydney's younger sister. Sam has been there through all the good times, bad times, and especially the embarrassing times in Sydney's life. The two have always been close despite being five years apart. No one knows Sydney better and she can't imagine having anyone standing next to her on her special day.
Charlie Schweller
Best Man
Charlie is Paul's oldest friend, truly a brother to Paul. He has been by Paul's side since their days at Deerpath Middle School. There is no one that knows Paul better, having been his friend for half his life. Charlie has been there through so much of Paul's life, and is now going to be there to celebrate and support Paul on his wedding day.
Haley Seidel
Bridesmaid
Haley and Sydney met when they both transferred to Lake Forest College, having almost every class together over zoom their first year. They became fast friends, working on many projects and sitting next to each other in every class. Sydney could not have gotten through Lake Forest without Haley and is so glad she will be next to her on her big day!
Zachary Jenkins
Groomsman
Zachary (Zach) is one of Paul's very best friends. They met in college being RA's and formed the well known "3 Musketeers" along side the other groomsman, Egor. Zach and Paul formed a strong bond that continues to grow strong despite Zach being in the frozen tundra of America, Minnesota. Paul couldn't imagine this day without Zach being there to support him.
Sandra Khouri
Bridesmaid
While Sandra knew Paul first, Sydney and Sandra became instant friends when Paul introduced them. Sandra is always a phone call or text away whenever Sydney or Paul needs her, and is always ready for a board game night or city adventure! Sydney is lucky to have gotten to know Sandra and so happy to have her there to support her on her special day!
Egor Plotnikov
Groomsman
The 3rd member of the famous "3 Musketeers"! Distance knows no bounds when it comes to Egor and Paul's relationship. For the past few years, Egor has lived in Switzerland, a long journey from Chicago. Despite the distance the two have, they keep their regularly scheduled calls to catch up. Paul knows Egor is always there for him one way of another and is thrilled he will be there to celebrate his big day.
Daniel Esp
Usher
Daniel is Sydney's younger brother. Fun fact, they are exactly 3 years and 1 day apart! Sydney's birthday is May 4th and Daniel's is May 5th. They have been best friends since the day Daniel was born. He truly was the best birthday gift Sydney ever could have received, even if it was a day late. He is most kind and selfless person Sydney knows and she could not have anyone better helping and assisting everyone on her special day!
Andrew Nehring
Usher
Andrew is Paul's older brother, and was a strong role model for Paul throughout his youth. Fun fact, Paul and Sydney both caught the garter and bouquet at Andrew's wedding. The wives tale must be true! As the two have grown older, they have grown closer, and are always there to support each other. It is for this reason that Andrew plays such a unique role in Paul's wedding.
Poppy Esp-Nehring
Dog of Honor
Paul and Sydney's "fur daughter" and their baby girl! While the church and venue frown upon fur children in attendance, she is the dog of honor and will be celebrating with us in spirit! Keep your eye out for all the ways she is included in their special day!