Wedding Party
Todd Joseph Phillos
Groom
Meet the Groom! Todd is an animal whisperer, gamer, Cowboys fan & exemplary ASM for Lowe’s. Adventurer who found his adventurous partner. Happy Place? The Bathroom. "Do Not Feed After Midnight!" He can’t wait to celebrate with friends and loved ones on their special day! Especially looking forward to the cake!
Esther May Ern Teh
Bride
Meet the Bride! Esther is a true Jill of all trades—an opera singer, entrepreneur, dance instructor, remote manager, and vocal coach. Once an adventurer, she's now a proud homebody with a deep love for life’s quiet moments. Her favorite sleeping position? Starfish—when she's not dancing the night away. Esther is known for her unmistakable, one-of-a-kind laugh and her steadfast refusal to name her car (at least for now). Guided by compassion and care, she pours heart and soul into everything she does. For Esther, friendship is family, and her favorite way to spend time is “capturing moments as they pass by.” She can’t wait to celebrate with loved ones and make memories with all of you!
Nicholas Phillos
Father of the Groom
Meet Nicholas! (Nick) Father of the Groom. He taught his son about cars, fishing, life & ignited a big passion for spicy foods. He is very proud of the man Todd has become & can’t wait to celebrate this weekend! “No love is greater than that of a father for his son” John 15:15
Tan Peng Leong
Mother of the Bride
Meet MaMa Leong! The garden is her sanctuary. She has sacrificed so much for her children & always helps those in need. Her skills in the kitchen unmatched! “I believe that every drop of rain that falls a flower grows.”
Marlena Phillos
Mother of the Groom
Meet Marlena! Mother of the Groom, married for 31 years. She enjoys gardening, reading & painting crafts during her free time. "The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return" — Nat King Cole
Lydia Snyder
Matron of Honor
Lydia is my sister who has always been a role model in my life & means the world to me! She loves the beach, spa, candles, wine & charcuterie boards. She is a wonderful wife to Tim & mom to Noah & Naomi. We simply can't wait to share this special moment with you sis!
LJ
Best Man
“Yo yo! I’m LJ, the Best Man. Sah peoples” Todd and I met in 2015 when Todd stared working at Lowes. We quickly bonded over video games, sports, and…just work. We’ve been on many adventures together, from being chased by a lady for playing Pokémon Go to hiking up the most treacherous mountain in Colorado. Those adventures bring us to the friendship that you see today. Oh, and to let everyone know I was the one that came up with the official wedding hashtag #PhinallyPhillos. Can't wait to see and meet you all on Todd and Esthers special day. Best Man signing out (Drops mic). Yes I wrote this myself. Muhahahaha.
Sarah Weinstein
Maid of Honor
Meet Sarah, the maid of honor. Sarah is a flutist, conductor, teacher, and zumba aficionado. She has four cats, two dogs, and a lady pig - all rescues with their own very unique personalities. Sarah met Esther through singing in their church choir back in the day and she was instantly enamored of Esther’s infectious joy for life, resilient nature, and compassionate nature. "It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness." –Eleanor Roosevelt
Chris Graham
Groomsman
Meet Chris, also known as "Red." A proud native of West Philadelphia, Chris grew up in a large family with 10 siblings. With an infectious sense of humor, he’s the life of the group, always bringing laughter to those around him. An avid fisherman and a dedicated San Francisco 49ers fan. Above all, he is a loving and devoted father to two young children. Chris met Todd while working at 7-Eleven, where their friendship blossomed, and the rest, as they say, is history.
Kathryn Miller
Bridesmaid
Philly based, met Esther through the dance world, bonded through dance, music, weird side hustles, and coffee walk and talks - they’ve probably tried 60% of the cafes in Philly! Proud to have witnessed some of the very first FaceTime dates between Esther and Todd. So happy for this beautiful couple!
Titus Teh
Groomsman
Meet Titus — brother of the bride-to-be and the proud man walking her down the aisle. When he's not hitting the gym, he's impressing everyone with his incredible cooking skills!
Monique Diaz
Bridesmaid
Meet Monique! Family & God first, but the Bride to be and her met through mutual dancing friends. She just had a beautiful baby girl who will also be attending the wedding!
Rena Mathew
Bridesmaid
Meet Rena! Shes a close friend and dance student to the bride. She is also currently in grad school and has a 3 year old puppy named Friday. Rena loves being silly and enjoys being a foodie in Philly and trying new foods from around the world with Esther in their spare time. “What a blessing to be tired in the pursuit of a challenge of your own choosing”
Richard Nelson
Groomsman
Meet Richard! The “not so funny Kevin Hart impersonator” (inside joke) & one of the brides closest friends. Often Mr. MIA, he always has his pinky up, is a previous ballerino & pro basketball player. They met thru salsa before the Bride turned into a bachatera. He will also be MCing the wedding!
Vivian Carrasco
Bridesmaid
Meet Vivian! Philly based, met bride to be through bachata dance and the two quickly became close sharing laughs, dance floors, and even a trip to Europe together. Vivian loves traveling, dancing, baking sweet treats, and bringing good vibes wherever she goes. She’s always up for an adventure and is so excited to celebrate Esther and Todd on their big day! “What's meant to be won't pass you by”
Noah Snyder
Junior Groomsman
Noah is the nephew to the Bride to be! He loves building things & reading exciting stories.
Brisa Ann Speier-Brito
Bridesmaid
Meet Brisa! She loves being free, chill & sometimes a little wild. "The most important thing is to keep the most important thing the most important thing" - Jim Kwik In other words, maintain focus on what truly matters.. in love, in life, in everything you do.
Howard Pendley
Officiant
Meet Howard! Our officiant who has married couples for over 60 years. He will be doing a Christian ceremony & he is a hospice pastor which takes a special kind of person. With his care and guidance we are grateful he will be wedding us!
Naomi Snyder
Junior Bridesmaid
Naomi is the niece to the Bride to Be! She is curious & loves dresses! She loves her family & Teddy their dog.
Josie Rene
Photographer
She specializes in capturing the true colors and authentic moments of your special day. It’s a documentary-style approach which is perfect for adventurous and fun-loving couples who want their wedding photos to reflect their genuine joy and excitement. Josie believes in creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, allowing you to have a great time while documenting your unique love story and the unforgettable memories you create together. She can’t wait to capture #PhinallyPhillos
