Wedding Party
Alyssa
Matron of Honor
Alyssa and I met at new student orientation during our sophomore year of high school. I remember looking around the room, spotting a blonde girl who kind of looked like me, and thinking, Yep, that’s my new best friend. Our friendship was instant! Alyssa has this energy that is impossible not to love. She’s always laughing and always bringing light into every room. She’s the kind of person who makes life feel a little less heavy, who reminds you to enjoy the small moments, and who somehow always knows the right thing to say. Over the years, she’s become so much more than just a friend. She’s my best friend, basically my twin, and I swear we share a brain cell half the time. She has seen me at my best, my worst, and everything in between, and she has loved me through it all. No matter where life has taken us, she has always been there. Even though we live thousands of miles apart now, the moment we see each other, it’s like no time has passed. She has been by my side for over a decade, and there’s no one else I’d rather have standing beside me as my Matron of Honor on one of the most important days of my life.
Colton
Best Man
Colton is my best man, and there’s really no other way it could’ve been. He’s always been the one who’s down for an adventure, no matter what time it is. Whether it was traveling to new places or just finding a reason to go out and have a good time, Colton’s always been that friend you could count on to make life a little more fun. He’s the type of person who’s always chasing a good time and making sure everyone around him is having one too. Over the years, we’ve made a lot of memories, some planned, some not so much, but that’s just how it’s always been with him. When it came time to choose a best man, it wasn’t even a question. Colton’s been there for every part of our chapter, and there’s no one else I’d rather have standing next to me on one of the biggest days of my life.
Mikaela
Bridesmaid
Mikaela and I met while bartending at No Name, and from the very start, I knew she was going to be someone special in my life. We became fast friends, then roommates, and now, thanks to the fact that I introduced her to my brother Austin, she’s basically family! Watching their relationship grow has been so surreal, and I love that she’s now an even bigger part of my life. Mikaela is one of those people who just makes life more fun. She’s adventurous, always down for anything, and knows exactly how to make me laugh, no matter what kind of day I’m having. Some of my favorite memories with her are from snowboarding trips and our girls days. More than anything, Mikaela has a heart of gold. She is fiercely loyal, endlessly supportive, and one of the best friends I could ask for. Having her as a bridesmaid means the world to me because our friendship has grown into something so much deeper than just two people who met at work. She’s one of my best friends, my sister, and someone I know will be in my life forever. I couldn't imagine this day without her at my side.
Jason
Groomsman
Jason is the middle brother, and growing up with him meant always having someone who moved at his own pace, but in the best way. I’ve always admired his patience and the way he takes time to really learn something. Whether it was picking up the guitar, teaching himself piano, or diving into anything creative, he’s the kind of person who sticks with it until it clicks. He’s also one of the hardest workers I know. Committed to his schedule, focused, and always juggling something. But even with all that going on, Jason’s always made time for adventure. He’s the one who’s always down to travel, check out new places, and experience something different. That balance between being grounded and still curious about the world has always been part of who he is. He’s been a solid part of every stage of my life, and I couldn’t imagine this next one without him. That’s why I chose him to stand with me on my wedding day.
Brandy
Bridesmaid
Brandy and I met through Mikaela, and then she started working with us at No Name, and I could tell right away she was one of those people who just radiates good energy. She’s the kind of person who instantly makes you feel comfortable, and before long, she became one of my closest friends. Funny enough, she’s also the reason Brian and I met, something I’ll be forever grateful for. She didn’t just introduce me to the love of my life, she’s been cheering us on ever since, through every milestone and every moment of this whole bridal season. Over the years, Brandy has become our go-to travel buddy for our annual Colorado trips, and I honestly can’t imagine those adventures without her. She’s always in the best mood, always laughing, and always reminding everyone to enjoy the moment. She brings so much light and warmth everywhere she goes, the kind of person who turns even the simplest day into a good time. Brandy has been such a bright spot in my life, and it feels so special having her by my side on the day I marry the man she introduced me to. I couldn’t picture this day without her there, smiling, laughing, and probably getting us all to dance before the night’s even started.
RJ
Groomsman
RJ is my youngest brother, and out of the three of us, he’s definitely the serious one. He’s determined, sharp, and one of the smartest people I know. But also the type who always has to be right, no matter what. One thing about RJ is that when he gets into something, he really gets into it. Whether it was sports, a new game, or some random hobby, he’d lock in and do everything he could to be the best at it. That kind of drive has always been part of who he is. Even with that focused mindset, he was always down for anything. Whether we were heading to the boardwalk, penny boarding to Publix, or just messing around, RJ was in. He’s got this unique mix of being goal-oriented while still being fun to hang with, and that balance is something I’ve always admired. He’s been there through every season of life, and there’s no one else I’d rather have standing beside me for this one.
Dani
Bridesmaid
Dani is one of those people who brings light into every room she walks into. She’s goofy in the best way, always smiling, and somehow makes even the most stressful moments feel lighter just by being herself. From the very start of this journey, she’s shown up for me in every way... checking in, helping me think through ideas, and grounding me when things felt overwhelming. Her support has meant more than she’ll ever know. What I love most about our relationship is how naturally it’s grown. She’s become someone I can laugh with, vent to, and fully be myself around. She’s not just my sister-in-law, she’s genuinely a friend I’m so grateful to have in my life. And watching her with her dogs (truly one of the best dog mamas out there) just shows even more of her heart... patient, warm, and full of love. She's been such a joyful, steady part of this season. & I couldn’t imagine this day, or our family, without her.
Logan
Groomsman
I met Logan when I moved out to Austin and started working at Regents Capital. It was one of those cold-calling sales jobs where we spent all day on the phone, but we stuck it out and became two of the last people in the office. Logan always had some wild weekend story, and he made the long days more bearable. Even after I moved back to Florida, we kept in touch, and I helped get him into a remote job with me. We talked every day. About life, politics, and mostly how to get rich as easily as possible. He’s like an older brother in a lot of ways. He’s learned some tough lessons, and I’ve been lucky enough to learn from them without having to go through it myself. That’s the kind of friend you want standing next to you, someone who’s been through it with you, kept it real, and never let you lose sight of the bigger picture. That’s why I chose him to stand with me on one of the most important days of my life.