Katie & Steve
Wedding Party
Emily Werner
Maid of Honor
Most people know Emily as the cooler, more stylish Werner sister. Katie and Emily share a love for Wilmington, NC, basset hounds and sheepdogs, personality and love language tests and the Bachelor. They happy cry at just about everything and love to chat with each other for hours and hours and hours. Emily is not only Katie's little sis, but she is also her best friend. #itstheeyes
Nathan McSchooler
Best Man
Nathan is Steve's older brother and the first person he calls when he wakes up on Saturday. He is guilty of giving Steve his first beer and allowing him to listen to rap music. Nathan is the person Steve looks up to the most, even though he is bald.
Ashley Woolsey
Matron of Honor
Ashley is Katie's best friend of 22 years. They first met in 3rd grade when Ashley complimented Katie's scrunchie and they've been inseparable ever since. They rocked bucket hats and platform sneakers, shared a locker from 7th to 12th grade and wrote each other love emails on vacations they spent apart. Ashley is Katie's 2nd sister and is proud to call Peyton, Holden and Ginny her nieces and nephew. #newbedsheets
Mike Reid
Groomsman
Mike has been Steve's best friend since 3rd grade. They have a secret hand shake and formerly called each other "Pimpin'." They plan to get connected mansions and will continue to watch scrambled HBO together until their parents knock on the door.
Aly Solloway
Bridesmaid
Aly is Katie's wife and former roommate of 3 years. They took on the big city, all the while "camping" in a DC basement apartment. They faced critters, blizzards, landlords and dating apps, but they did it together. Their love grew stronger over Aly's famous kale pizza and many a bottle of wine. #adventuresofraeandross
Mike "Party" Crites
Groomsman
Steve met Mike in high school at one of Mike's older brother's fights. They proceeded to bond and Steve felt right at home in the back of his Camaro, and later, his Focus. Mike has seen more of Steve's body than Katie...not by choice.
Amy Burgess
Bridesmaid
Amy and Katie are besties and former roommates at JMU. They first met on a walk from the dorms to the dining hall and Katie talked the whole time. Luckily, Amy is an excellent listener. It doesn't matter if they live down the hall at 1060, 2 floors apart at 817 or 3,000 miles apart on opposite coasts, they've always had each other's backs. #passittoher
Chris Watts
Groomsman
Chris Watts was nicknamed "Volts" by Steve and Steve thinks it's hilarious. Volts is Steve's high school quarterback, financial advisor and the reason he wants a catahoula. They grew up a street away from each other without knowing it, but have more than made up for it in adulthood.
Rachael Crockett
Bridesmaid
Rachael is Katie's rock and former roommate, during and post college. She is the "mom" of the group, speaks fluent sarcasm and is hands down the funniest when drunk. Rachael responds to Katie's texts in 30 seconds or less, making her the "bail out of jail" friend (if ever needed). They enjoy bonding over their organizational skills, knowledge of pop culture and love of being homebodies. #blackleather
JD Barksdale
Groomsman
JD is guaranteed to be the first person to yell "Reven" at the wedding. Steve has slept on his floor on more than one occasion and found it's good for his back. JD has photo evidence of Steve shirtless at Taco Bell playing air guitar.
Lara Knowles
Bridesmaid
Lara and Katie met in high school, became besties at JMU and lived together during and after college. Over the past 13 years, they've been on countless, crazy, wine-infused adventures. When they get together, things always get a little weird, especially when Lara finds herself sitting next to Katie at a dinner table. #MRDs
Sean Fenech
Groomsman
Sean has so many cousins that Steve is surprised he had room in his flip phone when they first met. Steve and Sean have spent many a morning confirming one another acted accordingly the night before, whether it be the bar or the stock market.
Laura DeMartis
Bridesmaid
Laura is Katie's lez and former roommate at JMU. Sophomore year psych stats brought them together, but they soon realized they were soulmates. From their matching haircuts to their Glen Rock ties, they knew it was meant to be. Laura may only be 5 feet tall, but she definitely beat Katie in a wrestling match in college. #lezden
Andrew Dematos
Groomsman
Andy and Steve have spent a significant amount of time in cars listening to metal. Steve can thank him for anything and everything metal he knows. They are convinced the weather is only nice when they get hammered together and they've single-handedly kept Totinos and Guitar Hero in business.
Mia McSchooler
Junior Bridesmaid
Mia is Steve's beautiful niece and the coolest girl he knows. Her confidence and athleticism shine in every occasion. Steve dreads the day she ever has a boyfriend.
Jordan McSchooler
Junior Groomsman
Jordan is Steve's first nephew. He loves superheroes and is becoming one himself based on his character and demeanor. Steve is incredibly proud to be his uncle.
Peyton Woolsey
Junior Bridesmaid
Peyton is Katie's beautiful niece and the first newborn she ever held. You will always find her in a dress or a gown, paired with the coolest accessories. Peyton and Katie share a love for swimming, summertime and Taylor Swift and they both feel ALL of the feels.
Carter McSchooler
Junior Groomsman
If Nathan and Steve had a baby, it would be Carter. All body, all heart, all state. Carter couldn't get free admission to the zoo when he was 3 because he looked 5. True story, ask Shirin.
Virginia Woolsey
Flower Girl
Ginny is Katie's ridiculously cute, sweet and sassy niece. She's really good at dancing and will eat any and all food, which Katie admires. She is the youngest of 3, so she's a complete ham, the star of the show and will always make you laugh.
Holden Woolsey
Ring Bearer
Holden is Katie's nephew and her Holdy Bear. He loves to show Katie his latest trick, whether it's swimming, math or unlocking a new level of Five Nights at Freddy's. Holden is the sweetest boy and always greets Katie with a running hug and a big smile on his face.