Lauren & Nicholas
Wedding Party
Chelsea Schultz
Maid of Honor
Chelsea is the younger sister of the bride and the maid of honor. Growing up together, Lauren and Chelsea developed an unbreakable friendship in which they both protect and support each other. Chelsea is loved for her fun and adventurous spirit, as well as her inclination to be straightforward and tell it like it is. You will likely find Chelsea at the wedding making a group of people laugh and making sure everyone is having fun. She is also pretty likely be the last one to leave.
Joe Wilson
Best Man
Brother and Best Man; he has grown to be a great person and an extremely lovable guy! His heart is as big as gold and is the most compassionate person you could ever meet. His smile and sense of humor will ignite the reception like every room he enters!
Maddie Abel
Bridesmaid
Maddie is the younger cousin of the bride who over the years has become more of a little sister. What she lacks in age she makes up for in talent. Maddie is a smart cookie who may often be found singing, dancing, and goofing around. We love Maddie for her generous and caring heart, and compassion that she shows for others. She is a natural born entertainer who certainly lives up to her reputation, which guests may see exhibited during the reception.
Don Howard
Groomsman
Uncle "Bub" is Lauren, Chelsea, Kara, and Maddie's uncle. He always makes time in his busy schedule to see his nieces as often as possible. Uncle Bub has a giving heart and is the first to start a conversation with a joke to lighten the mood. Whether it's teaching Nick about cars or taking Maddie to Cedar Point, you can always count on him to help. Look for him at the reception. He'll be the life of the party!
Kara Argue
Bridesmaid
Being cousins, Kara and Lauren grew up together. From young children with a million made up clubs, getting into trouble with their shenanigans, and begging to stay the night at every family party, to visits at college and going out as adults, everyone always knew Kara would be a bridesmaid. Kara is a the mother to a sweet and adorable little girl named Gracie. She is an adventurous and hilarious person who spends time doing crossfit and kickboxing. At the reception, Kara will most likely be dancing the night away and trying to get you to do the same.
Christian Hammons
Groomsman
Nick and Christian met in Kalamazoo where they worked together for over 5 years. He is the least judgemental and most understanding guy you could ever meet. Christian and his wife Megan have been an inspiration for Nick and Lauren and their relationship goals. He always puts others needs before his own and is a great conversationalist. Strike up a conversation with this guy because he knows how to party!
Alana Wilson
Bridesmaid
Alana is the brides future sister in law. Soon after Nick and Lauren began talking, Nick invited Lauren over to his parents house, where she first met Alana who was just getting home from high school. It was the summer of 2013 after college had finished for the semester. Alana is a sweet, giving, and loyal person who welcomed Lauren into the family with open arms. Throughout the years, Lauren and Alana have spent time together hanging out at family parties and visiting in Kalamazoo. The two have bonded over their mutual love Gossip Girl and several other things as new sisters do.
Seth Gonyea
Groomsman
This guy has been one of the groom's closest friends since grade school. He is one of those guys that you can pick up a conversation with no matter how long it's been and it'll feel like nothing has changed. His bravery as a police officer shows Seth's true colors as a human being. Seth's contagious laughter makes him an easy friend to make. I bet he will be belting every song at the reception at the top of his lungs!
Jessica Oberleiter
Bridesmaid
Jessica and Lauren have been long-time friends since middle school. As both children and adults, their hangouts have reliably turned into several day long visits as Jessica has become a part of the family. From sleepovers as kids to visits in Kalamazoo and going out together, we knew Jessica was bound to be a bridesmaid even before Lauren and Nick met. We love Jessica for her genuine honesty and ability to converse with anyone. These qualities make Jessica a reliable friend and amazing bridesmaid.
Bryan Applin
Groomsman
Bryan and Nick have been best friends since kindergarten. Nick and Lauren have known for a long time that he would be a groomsman. Nick and Bryan's relationship grew from classmates to roommates in college for 4 years straight. He has always had Nick's back. It's guaranteed he will be the first one on the dance floor!
Sarah Moore
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Lauren met in 5th grade and are long-time friends. Growing up, the two spent a lot of time walking to each other’s houses to hang out, as they lived just a few houses down from each other. Sarah and Lauren have countless memories together running the streets in Carleton, binge watching the O.C. and Laguna Beach, and going out. Sarah has been like part of the family forever and their friendship has survived the test of time and distance. Sarah is a loyal friend who is loved for her quick wit and sense of humor.
Bryan Spotts
Groomsman
Bryan is the groom's first cousin. Since they are only 9 months apart in age, you couldn't ever separate the two growing up. Bryan was always a positive role model for Nick growing up and watched over him. He is the most fun loving, laid back, have a great time kind of guy. Bryan is the one to thank for the funny, yet witty, wedding hashtag!