Mac & Mackenzie

October 18, 2025 • Cobden, IL
166 Days To Go!

Mac & Mackenzie

October 18, 2025 • Cobden, IL
166 Days To Go!

Wedding Party

Lauren Weidner
Lauren Weidner - Maid of Honor
Mackenzie and Lauren have known each other since 2016 when Mackenzie began working at the Hot Topic that Lauren managed. They quickly grew from coworkers that ran a store together to friends, and from there grew more like sisters. Mackenzie's favorite thing about Lauren is her unwavering support and communication, especially since their friendship became long distance after Mackenzie and Mac moved to Illinois!
Erin Browning-Paine
Erin Browning-Paine - Maid of Honor
Mac and Erin met back in 2001 on Mac's first day of college in Gainesville, Florida. Erin took Mac under her wing since Mac had not been through the growth and troubles of high school, and introduced her to the group of friends that would become Mac's new family. Erin walked through life with Mac helping her find where she belonged, and they have been friends ever since. Mac's favorite thing about Erin is that everything she says is real and heartfelt.
Grant Collins
Grant Collins - Bestest Mensch
Mackenzie and Grant first met when they had their TV Production class together in high school. They didn't actually begin a friendship until after they had both graduated, when they started to hang out and road trip around their local area for photoshoots. Bonding over appreciation for the wacky and absurd, there is never shortage of hugs and laughs when they are together. Mackenzie's favorite thing about Grant is how well they balance each other out. Grant is a lot like Linda Belcher, whereas Mackenzie is definitely more like Bob.
Molly Phillips
Molly Phillips - Bridesmaid
Mac and Molly were both adopted into the same goth family in college where fate decided they would write music together forever. They have been in several bands together, played porch jams, shed music nights, sing alongs in her parents' minivan, and experienced many coming of age roommate adventures. They are still like siblings to this day! Mac's favorite thing about Molly is that she is a natural provider. She has always provided a home, food, and music for Mac in their years of friendship.
Kelly Capps
Kelly Capps - Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Kelly have been best friends for a few years now, but they've been sisters for almost 30 years! They have really been through the thick of it together and came together when they needed it most, building a better bond than they've ever had before! Mackenzie's favorite thing about Kelly is how strong she is. Kelly is not afraid to say what needs to be said, especially if it's in defense of her own boundaries or someone else.
Zadok Jollie
Zadok Jollie - Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Zadok have been friends since 5th/6th grade! They've managed to keep the friendship going over the years through living long distance, and Zadok has never had a moment when he wasn't available for support. Once Mac and Mackenzie started dating, Mac and Zadok became two peas in a pod too! Our favorite thing about Zadok is how willing he is to be there for any of his friends and do anything he can to save the day!
Crissy Johnson
Crissy Johnson - Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Crissy actually met through their exes back in 2010! They ditched the boys and Crissy has been one of Mackenzie's best friends ever since! They've gone through the years staying in good contact and being there for each other through breakups, military deployments, and whatever else the world throws at them! Mackenzie's favorite thing about Crissy is how unbelievably sweet she is and how good of a listener she is.
Ashley Jollie
Ashley Jollie - Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Mac have been friends with Ashley for a few years now, and Ashley happens to be married to Zadok! It has been a blast growing as couples together and supporting each other through everything. Our favorite thing about Ashley is how she never fails to keep us laughing and keeps us on our toes. Her sense of humor and wit is just the best, and talking to Ashley feels like sitting in sunlight.
Jon Marshall
Jon Marshall - Officiant
Jon and Mackenzie met through a mutual friend in 2010 and bonded through photography and similar life experiences that have shaped them. Over the years they have grown and changed as they learned more about the world around them, and it only further cemented their bond. Jon fills the role of the older brother that Mackenzie never had, but always wanted. He has always been a trustworthy place of tender and genuine support and care, no matter what life circumstances were, and Mac and Mackenzie are both very excited to have him play such an important part on their special day.
Scott Nelle
Scott Nelle - DJ
Mac has known Scott for quite a few years now within the friend group! He is very connected to the art world via photography and DJing, which he does in his spare time at the local goth clubs! Scott has always been a gentle and sweet person in Mac and Mackenzie's support circle, towards their relationship as well as their personal crafts and endeavors, and they know that he will play only the best music for them and all of their guests to enjoy and dance to!