Rehearsal Dinner

Little Havana

Welcome Drinks 

Wedding Day

Anchor Inn

Ceremony

Reception

Brunch

Summer

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

Slater is one of Colleen’s former roommates and her “yes” girl. There has never been a time that Colleen has asked Slater to wear a wedding dress from a thrift store to a club or dance on a bar that Slater has said no. They share a love for chicken nuggets and making Paul be the Designated Driver. She is the perfect person to make her marriage with Paul official! 

Leslie Keller (Slater)

Alexis is Colleen's oldest friend. Alexis has seen Colleen at her best and absolute worst. Colleen met Alexis playing soccer where she just knew she has to become friends with the "really cool tall girl." This remains to be one of her best decisions yet. After they both went away to college, Alexis became Colleen's 1st long distance relationship. Colleen learned the importance of making time for others, open communication, and reciprocal understanding. These were skills that were interictal in her 3 year relationship with Paul while he lived in Arizona. 

Alexis Rivera

Scott is the Colleen's brother and 1st friend. She spent her childhood being the typical annoying little sister and eventually followed him across state lines to Virginia. The best advice he ever gave her was "if you are going to do something stupid, be smart about it." She has followed that advice as she tackled life's decisions, especially as she said yes when Paul proposed. 

Scott Bagonyi

Alecia was one of Colleen's college roommates and ZTA sisters from Kutztown and now her lifelong friend. She is the 1st one to tell Colleen the blue eyeshadow looks like shit, but also the 1st one to gather the girls for a weekend full of tequila after she moved to Virginia because she knew Colleen was feeling lonely. Colleen can't imagine her big day with Alecia by her side.

Alecia Cooper

Taylor was one of Colleen's college roommates and ZTA sisters from Kutztown and now her lifelong friend. As the person who first made Colleen an Aunt, Taylor has made her house a home for Colleen and Paul every time they visit - including her high energy boys, who are the real reason they make the trips to PA. From late night talks over shots of tequila to pick me ups sent by mail, Taylor always makes time for Colleen and makes her feel loved. Colleen can't wait to have her by her side on her big day

Taylor Hensley

Allison was one of Colleen's college roommates and ZTA sisters from Kutztown and now her lifelong friend. From the beginning Allison and Colleen bonded over their love for late night shenanigans. Allison is a selfless friend in nature, always putting others before herself. With just a hint of needing something, Allision is there. She brings light and love into every situation and Colleen can't wait to share her energy with everyone at the wedding. 

Allison Geist

Lindsay was Colleen's 1st friend in Virginia. Over the past decade, she supported Colleen as she created a life in Virginia and now their friendship has traveled to Maryland. From making up dances to the Chainsmokers to quarantining together during Covid, the 2 have had countless adventures. Colleen can't wait to break out the choreography at the wedding!

Lindsay Mahon

Some say Nikki looks a lot like Blake Lively. She has the beauty and the brains, but she is definitely a lot more of a bad ass. Colleen met Nikki at her 1st restaurant gig and they have been the best of friends since. They have taken their adventures from the Jersey Shore across the country. As the reason Colleen and Paul met, there would literally be no wedding without her. 

Nikki Disch

Austin and Colleen met playing kickball just 3 years ago, but it feels like they have been friends for a lifetime. They sealed their friendship at a Demi Lovato concert, where Colleen realized she did not want a life without Austin in it. They have made their way through the DMV, causing shenanigans every step of the way. I wonder what shenanigans they will cause at the wedding...

Austin Glassner

Erin is Colleen's oldest cousin. Erin always took Colleen under her wing and acted like a big sister. She taught her how to do her makeup, stuff her bra, and how to successfully lie about her age. As adults, she found Colleen her first kitten and has supported her every step of the way. 

Erin Iames

Shannon is Colleen's cousin. Growing up, Shannon was like a sister to Colleen. Spending summers in New Jersey, Colleen wanted to be just like her. Colleen is so excited to share her day with Shannon. 

Shannon VanGorder

John is Paul's favorite brother. They grew up causing chaos as boys do and can still be found sword fighting with one shoe on in their boxers like they are still five years old. They have weekly phone calls that include Marcos and Colleen in which nothing important is ever discussed. John is the dumb to Paul's dumber and their friendship is unmatched. Colleen and Paul can't wait to share their special day with him. 

John Duggan

Marcos Vargas Jr. III is a lifelong friend of Paul's. As 1 of the 3 Musketeers, he may actually talk to Paul more than Colleen does. They spent their years growing up, bringing chaos from Buffalo past the Canadian borders. Now as a Buffalo Firefighter, he supplies Colleen and Paul with cool firefighter gear and endless stories of his exciting life. Marcos would do anything for Paul and Colleen. They cannot imagine saying I do without him by their side. 

Marcos Vargas

Bawa is Paul’s 1st friend in Maryland. He is Paul’s favorite person to share a shot of Jameson with or fly across the country on a “work trip”.  Some speculate no work actually gets done when they are together, but they have successfully hidden all the evidence to prove these accusations. Bawa is the perfect addition to the wedding party because he always brings the party!

Bawa

Colin is the Groom’s little cousin—aka the little brother he never officially signed paperwork for. From childhood chaos to grown-up milestones, Paul has always adored Colin which explains why Colin will be standing with them on their big day. Colin used his shared love of photography to take the most beautiful engagement pictures, but no worries - he is off the hook for the wedding! 

Colin Oliveri

Allie is the calm that matches Paul, especially when trying to rein in their significant others. Together they always love to engage in a funny "bit." Allie is one of the most kind people you will meet and always brings the fun! Paul and Colleen can't wait to  enjoy their big day together. 

Allie O'Neil 

Suazo is the groomsman who unknowingly changed everything by introducing the bride and groom in the wild heart of Las Vegas. When he’s not taking credit for the greatest introduction of all time, you can find him fiercely competing in ongoing Smirnoff Ice wars. Known for his larger-than-life energy, he’s the guy who guarantees the party never dies down. Whether it’s a casual hang or a full-blown celebration, he always brings the fun. Colleen and Paul are pretty sure this wedding wouldn’t exist without him—and he wouldn’t let us forget it

Josh Suazo (Suazo)

Owen is one of Paul's 1st friends from AZ. Sitting in on 3 years of Paul and Colleen's long distance phone calls, he got to know the couple very well. Over the years, Owen has learned how to get coffee from the Circle K for Paul, answered Colleen's unhinged questions about his life, and made time whenever they were in the same city. The are ecstatic he is making the trip for their wedding.  

Cade Owen

Mike is the official godfather of Colleen and Paul's cat Turkey. Mike and Colleen met on their kickball team and the rest is history. From swapping gender roles in their Barbie and Ken Halloween costumes to eating Virginia's best steaks at the strip club, their friendship is uniquely their own. Being their flower man, is the perfect reflection of the importance of Mike in their lives. 

Mike McNulty

McKinley is Colleen’s niece and the real princess of the day. Her constant compliments of Colleen’s pretty dresses and overall cuteness make her the perfect addition to the day. 

McKinley

Wedding Party

Q + A

Courtyard by Marriott Baltimore Downtown/Inner Harbor

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront

Travel

Baltimore aquarium

Canton Waterfront Park

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Fell's Point Farmers Market

Things to Do

Registry

<p>We cannot wait to celebrate with you on our special day! The wedding dress code is formal attire. Please wear a suit of any color, nice cocktail dress or pantsuit.</p>

Colleen & Paul

Colleen & Paul

Travel

Courtyard by Marriott Baltimore Downtown/Inner Harbor

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront