Kait is Nicole's sister by blood and best friend by choice and the reason why Nicole moved to St. Louis in the first place! Nicole decided to move to the St. Louis area to be closer to her sister and her family and without her, Nicole and Zach would have never met. Kait has been by Nicole's side throughout life's challenges and celebrations from childhood to adulthood. She is the best sister Nicole could ask for and there is no better choice than Kait for our Matron of Honor.

Sam is Nicole's longest and best friend. They were inseparable while growing up and have been friends for over 22 years, through girl scouts to teenage years and now to wedding planning! Nicole considers the Holiga's her second family and getting married wouldn't be the same without Sam standing by her side!

Amanda was Kait's best friend growing up spending countless hours and meals at the Hodgins house and quickly became an extra sister to Nicole! Nicole cherishes the friendship they have built over the years and couldn't imagine getting married without Amanda in our wedding party.

Kelly and Nicole have been friends for over 15 years and are sorority sisters! Growing up in the same town and remaining close through attending different colleges and even living in different states after high school! Our special day wouldn't be the same without Kelly's endless excitement and support.

Nicole and Jenn became friends soon after Nicole moved to the St. Louis area in 2021. Bonding between their love of all things country especially country concerts and line dancing as well as a love/hate for running 5ks! They even traveled to Nashville just a few months after becoming friends to run a 10k and explore music city! Jenn is always there for Nicole when she needs her and has been a great friend. We couldn't say I do without her!

Jess is Zach's sister and the youngest of the family. Nicole is so excited to gain another sister and for the bond she has created with Jess. We couldn't say I do without our siblings there to help us celebrate!

Bernie is a long time childhood friend of Zach's. They met in elementary school along with groomsmen Jake and Alex and all 4 of them quickly became friends. The 4 of them hung out constantly throughout high school. Zach lived with Bernie for over a year in his house while saving for his own which grew their friendship even more. Zach is honored and grateful to have Bernie as his best man and by his side on wedding day!

Alex and Zach have been friends since they were each about 5-6 years old. They lived in the same neighborhood growing up along with groomsman Jake Koerber and would hang out all the time. The Cornett's were like a second family as Zach was always over at their house. As kids, they hungout almost everyday and though many years have passed, their friendship still remains very strong to this day. Saying I do wouldn't feel right without having Alex as one of the men by his side.

Jake and Zach have been friends since early childhood, which is crazy to say over 20 years! They both grew up in the same neighborhood and were always hanging out along with groomsman Alex Cornett. Zach, Jake, Alex and Best Man Zach Berns all attending the same elementary and high school which further grew their friendships. Zach was one the groomsmen in Jake's wedding a few years back and is honored to be able to return the favor having Jake as one of his groomsmen for the big day!

Matt and Zach met each other at Missouri State University and were roommates along with some of the Missouri State Club Ice Hockey Team. They became good friends and that friendship has only grown stronger over the years. Zach is thrilled to have Matt as one of the men by his side for the big day!

Brendan and Zach met each other at Missouri State and were roommates along with a good chunk of the Missouri State Club Ice Hockey Team. They quickly became friends and that friendship has grown even stronger over the years. Zach met a lot of great friends through the hockey team, including groomsman Matt Matyi and remains close with a lot of them to this day. Our big day wouldn't be the same without Brendan as one of the men by Zach's side!

Cody is Nicole's brother and the youngest of the family. Growing up with one sister, Zach is excited to gain a brother! We couldn't say I do without our siblings there to help us celebrate!