Aurelie and Chelsea's friendship began in UMass Lowell where they were both part of the dance crew, ProtoHype. Since then, they've been inseparable. Aurelie is a full-time nurse who works long hours but that doesn't stop her from making time for the people she loves. When she says she's one call away, she means it. She is smart, witty, and the bestest friend a girl could have.

Blayre is not only Chelsea's sister-in-law but also one of her dearest friends. She was the first one to notice the chemistry between Scott and Chelsea. Planning an event or a trip is a breeze when Blayre is around. She is a girl boss who runs her own business, Flouretta Sweet (@flourettasweet on Instagram). There is no bias when we say she makes the best cakes!

Camille was Chelsea's first friend in UMass Lowell. She made Chelsea's hard days easier with her infectious laughter and funny jokes. Camille and Chelsea were together almost everyday during college that people would often mistake them as siblings or as each other. There was a time where Chelsea was able to use Camille's ID so she could go inside the dining hall. She's a great dancer, singer, guitarist, and an overall amazing human being.

Chelsea met Angeline a week after Chelsea and her mom immigrated to the US. It was hard moving to a new country but Angeline helped with Chelsea's adjustment here. She welcomed her with open arms and made Chelsea feel at home. She introduced Chelsea to Kpop and they've been concert buddies since then. She's one of the kindest person we know. Everyone who knows Angeline will agree that she is a ray of sunshine.

Sasha and Chelsea met on Sasha's 21st birthday and instantly became friends. Chelsea didn't see her as much because Sasha was attending Bucknell in PA but whenever they see each other, it's like she was never away. They became roommates in 2018 and lived together for three years. Sasha is a jack of all trades. She's a software engineer, volleyball player, cosplayer, and a great artist.

Preface: All of the groomsmen are childhood friends that grew up alongside Scott in Lowell, MA. They share countless interests but a few of the frontrunners are beer, PC games, and Keanu Reeves.

Current location: Lancaster, PA

Brandon and Scott have been brothers since November 19, 1992 and spent about 18 years sitting in front of the TV, playing basketball, and hanging out with their 2 brothers from another mother. These days they only get to meet up a few times a year but spend time together virtually by playing Apex Legends, watching for GPU drops, and trying to figure out where their hair went. Brandon is sincere and reliable, and I can confidently say you'd struggle to find a better person or brother.

Current location: Nashville, TN

Sherwin (and his brother Saul, see below) have been family to Scott and Brandon since ~1995 when they moved in next door. The 4 have been inseparable since, even creating their own holiday as kids to try and get gifts during the summertime (peak drought season as far as their birthdays were concerned). Scott and Win enjoyed skateboarding, YuGiOh cards, and Super Smash Bros. through the years and now have shifted to planning and theorycrafting about tabletop RPGs, sharing Trader Joe's finds, and sailing the high seas. Sherwin is not only the most creative person I've ever met, but the best partner in crime anyone could ever want for.

Current location: Chicago, IL

"For those of you who don't know, Hi my name is Saul!" If you haven't had the opportunity to be introduced to the friendliest and jolliest of this wedding party, I encourage you to do so. He's not just 'Sherwin's younger brother', but an artist, a character, a friend who is down for anything at any time. Runescape and Guild Wars 2 used to eat away the hours for these two but that gave way to pub crawls, late nights around a fire, and just walking around the city. Saul is the type of person to help you see what actually matters, encouraging you to do what you dream. He is adventurous and empathetic beyond description and I'm grateful to be able to call him my brother.

Current location: In your Heart, rent free

Jake moved to the neighborhood a little bit later but immediately gelled with the group leading to him and Scott becoming fast friends. What started as mostly just hanging out playing Pokemon has turned to countless concerts, foody trips all over the Northeast, and more Pokemon of course. Jake is caring and witty, always has an ear to lend when things are rough, but also down for shots when the situation calls for it; he's a dear friend that I'm proud to have standing next to me on this day.

Current location: Boston, MA

Lorenzo and Scott also became friends playing video games as kids (Final Fantasy and Digimon in this case) but at this point I must say it's a great foundation because they ended up roommates for 3 years down in Cambridge. Many a night was spent playing board games, drinking, and watching an eclectic mix of wild and niche youtube videos curated by Lorenzo. He is down to earth and straightforward, quick to give great advice, and a natural talent able to pick anything up in no time at all; Lorenzo is a steadfast friend whose input is always welcome and appreciated and I'm excited to have him on my side.

Be sure to check back next month for interviews with the wedding party, behind the scenes looks, and special features!