Wedding Party
Tiffany Couch
Bride
Tiffany and Tristan met because as the man once said, “the harder you work, the luckier you get,” and on dating apps you have to work really hard. Nevertheless, Tiffany and Tristan found each other through Hinge because of a lot of luck and Tristan’s obsession with Ted Lasso. A lot of hard work went into building their relationship that is centered in love and passion. Tristan’s favorite thing about Tiffany is that when life gets hard and things feel like they are at their worst, Tiffany can always bring him back to reality with a simple smile, a hug or by making fun of him.
Tristan Stewart-Steele
Groom
Tiffany first met Tristan on Hinge when he responded to her prompt about the best comedy show by preaching the gospel of Ted Lasso. She clearly liked him because she continued to go out with him after their second date where he wore swim trunks and a tie dye cat shirt. Tiffany’s favorite thing about Tristan is that he always knows exactly what to do or say to make her feel better when she needs cheering up.
Jennifer Mather
Maid of Honor
Jenn is Tiffany’s older sister. Whenever Tiffany is getting on Jenn’s nerves, Tiffany like to remind her that when we she was a little girl, Jenn used to pray to have a little sister. Tiffany’s favorite thing about Jenn is her willingness to do anything and everything for the people she loves. (Pronouns: she/her)
Brant McKinney
Best Man
Brant is one of Tristan’s oldest friends. Separated by only one week in age, Tristan and Brant have gone through many adventures together. They were even in a band. Tristan’s favorite thing about Brant is his ability to turn any bad situation into a good time, even if Tristan isn’t in the mood for a good time. (Pronouns: he/him)
Claire Rizer
Bridesmaid
Claire and Tiffany met through Claire’s husband, Max-Edward, when he and Tiffany were in the same graduate program at the University of Oregon in 2019. They’ve stayed friends through voice notes, virtual movie watch parties, and novel-length texts as Claire moved to the Midwest and back again. Tiffany’s favorite thing about Claire is their therapist-like approach to giving her advice. (Pronouns: she/they)
Ray Johnson
Groomsman
Like Coop, Tristan and Ray met through work. Both starting as educational assistants, they eventually worked their way through grad school to run their own classrooms. The best way to describe Ray is that he is solid. Just a solid dude, who has the right words to say at the right time, or a bad joke to tell at the wrong time. That’s Tristan’s favorite thing about Ray. No matter the situation, problem or concern Ray will be there to be a solid force to lean on for guidance, support and friendship...But mostly bad jokes. (Pronouns: he/him)
Samantha Nelson
Bridesmaid
Sam and Tiffany first met in 2012 while working at Old Navy, then became friends when they were both part of the management team in 2018, and trauma bonded trying to run the Eugene store during COVID. Tiffany’s favorite thing about Sam is how they can always pick up their friendship right where they left off, even if it’s been a long time since they’ve talked. (Pronouns: she/her)
Elias Cooper
Groomsman
Tristan and Coop met through work but quickly grew to be good friends through their love of Star Wars, super heroes and trash sports teams that do nothing but disappoint them year after year. Tristan’s favorite thing about Coop is his ability to be completely ok with the fact that no matter what room he walks into, everyone is way more excited to see his daughter than him. (Pronouns: he/him)
Chili Dingo Stewart-Steele
Bridesmaid
Chili is Tiffany and Tristan’s best good girl. They adopted her in December 2024 and they are obsessed with her. She loves chasing her tail, playing fetch, indulging in a rot day and going on long hikes (life is all about balance). Tiffany and Tristan’s favorite thing about Chili is that she gives the absolute best hugs. (Pronouns: she/her)
Tanner
Groomsman
Tanner is the youngest and best-looking member of the grooms’ party. This Bossa Nova has the annoying ability to be able to try something and do it perfectly the first time, especially when it comes to something athletic. It could be hitting a baseball, catching a football or even throwing a curling stone, Tanner will be better than you at it within a matter of minutes. Tristan’s favorite thing about Tanner is the fact that no matter how hard he gets knocked down, he will always get back up with a smile on his face, ready to try again. (Pronouns: he/him)
Piper Ryan
Officiant
(Pronouns: they/them)