The Wedding Party
Brylie Mannen
Maid of Honor
Payton’s younger sister and forced built-in best friend. From childhood giggles to late-night talks, she’s been there through every milestone (and every outfit crisis). She’s the one who knows Payton best — the calm in the chaos, the voice of indecision, and the first to make her laugh until she cries. There’s no one else Payton could imagine standing by her side on the big day!
Ben Kinion
Best Man
Ben and Derek became good friends in college, and what started as a friendship on campus has grown into a lifelong brotherhood. Through late-night talks, adventures, and all of life’s ups and downs, Ben has become one of Derek’s closest friends and confidants. Derek couldn’t imagine celebrating this day without Ben standing by his side — a true friend through it all.
Cassidy Blair
Matron of Honor
What started as a work trip turned into a lifelong friendship — Cassidy and Payton were forced to share a hotel room in Oakland (while Payton was pregnant, no less!) and have been inseparable ever since. From endless phone calls that feel more like sister chats to sharing every high and low, Cassidy has become one of Payton’s forever people. She’s loyal, hilarious, and has a heart as big as her laugh — and Payton couldn’t love her more if she tried.
Terrell Jackson
Groomsman
Derek’s twin brother and lifelong partner-in-crime, Terrell, has been with him through everything — from childhood adventures to every twist and turn adulthood has thrown their way. They share an unbreakable bond, endless inside jokes, and a lifetime of memories. There’s no one else Derek would rather have standing beside him on his big day than his twin, his confidant, and his forever teammate.
Ashley Arms
Bridesmaid
Payton and Ashley have been best friends since Kindergarten — from playground adventures and sleepovers to growing up side by side through every stage of life. They’ve laughed until they cried, cried until they laughed, and somehow always found their way back to each other no matter where life led. There’s no one who knows Payton better or has been by her side longer, and she couldn’t imagine this day without her first forever friend.
Farhad Heider
Groomsman
Farhad was Derek’s very first friend when he moved to Oregon, and their friendship has been a journey of its own. Though life took them in different directions for a while, they’ve reconnected as adults and rebuilt their bond stronger than ever. Farhad has been there to share laughs, memories, and life’s milestones, and Derek is thrilled to have him by his side on his wedding day.
Jessi Harrison
Bridesmaid
Jessi and Payton go way back to their childhood adventures, and over the years, their friendship has grown into something truly special. From playground memories to adult milestones, Jessi has been a constant source of laughter, support, and love. She’s the kind of friend who makes life brighter, and Payton couldn’t imagine celebrating this day without her by her side.
Gabe Sarter
Groomsman
Derek and Gabe first met in middle school, where they quickly became friends while playing football together. What started as a shared love of the game turned into a strong and lasting friendship. Through practices, games, and countless memories over the years, their bond only grew stronger. That middle school friendship has carried all the way into adulthood, making it especially meaningful to have Gabe standing by Derek’s side on this special day.
Alleggra Tonges
Bridesmaid
Alleggra and Payton are cousins and have been inseparable since high school, where they practically lived together and grew up side by side. From navigating their teenage years to stepping into adulthood, their friendship has been a constant through every season of life. Now, getting to reconnect and experience parenthood together feels beautifully full circle. Alleggra has been such an important and steady presence in Payton’s life, and it means the world to have her standing by her side on this special day.
Sean Riddle
Groomsman
Sean has been an important part of this chapter of life and someone the groom is proud to call a close friend. Known for his loyalty, humor, and steady presence, Sean is the kind of person who shows up (often late, but he’s gotta feed Choppa first) —whether it’s for the big milestones or the everyday moments in between. His friendship has meant so much over the years, and it wouldn’t feel right to celebrate this day without him standing alongside the groom as a groomsman.
Gavin Mannen
Officiant
Gavin, Payton’s twin brother, has been by each other’s sides since day one. Growing up, the two did just about everything together, sharing countless memories, milestones, and adventures along the way. It only felt right to include Gavin in such an important way on one of the biggest days of Payton’s life. Having him officiate the ceremony makes the moment even more meaningful for both of them.