Wedding Party

Jane Wessel

Maid of Honor

Pearl met Jane when she studied abroad in Australia in 2008. They became quick friends, and although they haven’t been lucky enough to live in the same city since college, Jane has been a constant source of support, love, laughs, and adventures.

Will Schoenewerk

Best Man

Kyle met Will in high school. They bonded over their typical teenage love of video games, and have remained close friends since their first encounter. They share a long history of high jinks and shenanigans.

Thomas Cole-Diamond

Bridesman

Pearl met Thomas Cole in 2013 shortly after moving to New York City. The two have had countless good times, while encouraging each other’s dreams.

Elyse Gonzalez

Groomswoman

Kyle met Ellie shortly after high school and they immediately became best friends. They were constantly together and have many great memories. They had similar tastes and strong appetites for laughter. They still share their similar tastes in music, movies and humor to this day.

Kelly Neeson

Bridesmaid

In 2010, shortly after Pearl moved to Kuwait, Kelly offered to drive Pearl to their rugby practices twice a week. The drive took 45 min each way, and by spending so much time together, they soon realized they were both hilarious, passionate, and fun women. A few months later at a tournament in Qatar, after a few too many tequila shots, the two gals decided they were best friends and would be in each other's weddings one day!

Rob Hughes

Groomsman

Kyle met Rob when he was an active Marine. Kyle wasn’t initially sure what to think of Rob’s boisterous nature, but Rob’s loyalty, humor, and gregariousness eventually led to Rob being Kyle’s most dependable friend.

Coleena Smith

Bridesmaid

Coleena is one of the kindest women Pearl knows, and Pearl feels blessed to have her for a sister. Coleena is quite simply, just lovely. In this sense, lovely doesn’t only mean “pretty” (although she is absolutely that too), but that she is a really lovely person. She brings beauty into everyone’s lives.

Amanda Hughes

Groomswoman

Shortly after high school, Kyle met the young and rowdy Amanda. For the past ten years, the two have supported each other through highs and lows, and their goods times together never cease!

Michelle Aikin

Bridesmaid

Michelle is a bundle of fun! Pearl often says that if Michelle weren't her sister, she'd want to be her friend. Michelle is dazzlingly smart, funny, and an all around hoot of a human!

Carmine Tanzillo

Groomsman

Kyle and Carmine became very good friends after high school. They shared many things in common including their passion for the Giants and Knicks. They have experienced countless great moments together and have created a long list of memories, and continue to create them to this day.

Kate Cunningham

Bridesmaid

Pearl met Kate on New Year’s Day in 2016 in NYC! Kate struck Pearl as a true travelista and fashionista, and even though it would take another year for them to live in the same city, Pearl was certain they’d be life long friends. Kate inspires Pearl constantly with her kindness and ability to make any occasional feel fancy!

Steve Hilson

Groomsman

Although he might not realize it, a good brother can make all the difference in a girl’s life. This is exactly how Pearl feels about Steve, and Kyle is thrilled to welcome him into both his wedding party and family.

Keila Palencia

Bridesmaid

Keila is Pearl’s unwavering NYC galpal. The two ladies are know to dance the night away in tough times and joyous times, and Pearl had some of her best single gal memories boogieing down with Kaila. These days, Kyle knows them as the ladies who love to be loud and laugh in his living room, but they still know how to bring the party.

Ryan Cole-Diamond

Groomsman

Kyle met Ryan through Pearl on one of his many trips to the city. Kyle realized right away what a caring and loyal person Ryan was. Ryan has been an amazing friend in Kyle’s new city life.

Paul Bagley

Bridesman

Paul and Pearl met in 2013, and the two have been fans of the other ever since. Paul is one of very few people Pearl considers to be as loud, jazzy, and energetic as her, if not more. Paul is a continuous support for Pearl in her life, and she is thrilled to have his support through her wedding.

Elizabeth Schoenewerk

Groomswoman

Kyle and Elizabeth became great friends shortly after William introduced her. She bonded quickly with Kyle using her sharp and sarcastic humor, something they share in common.

Julius Calasicas

Officiant

Julius met Pearl in 2006 while they were both studying at the University of Portland. Julius moved to New York City in 2010, and the two friends were reunited when Pearl moved there in 2012. When Julius met Kyle, he was thrilled to discover that his best gal-pal Pearl had found a guy with whom Julius had so much fun. Julius has been a continuous friend to both Pearl and Kyle, and is overjoyed to guide them in their ceremony to celebrate their love and commitment.

Kent and Pam Williamson

Grandparents of the Bride

Karen Williamson

Mother of the Bride

Dave Aikin

Dave of the Bride

Audrey Waugh

Mother of the Groom

Donald Wynne

Father of the Groom

Nathanael & Ryan

Usher

In every way, Nathaneal and Ryan enrich the lives of Pearl and Kyle. They truly embody the same spirit and heart of the bride and groom. Friendship is not enough of a word to capture the love and encouragement that thrives between these two couples.