Brother of the Groom Brother of 35 years, Steve has always looked fondly upon his brother, Dan, whether it was his clever jokes that drove their parents nuts, winning his wrestling matches at St Edwards High School, or receiving advice on how to craft a proper resume. The only thing that Steve found disappointing was that those wrestling matches didn’t involve loud entrance music prior nor steel chairs or ladders during. Steve is a connoisseur of anything Nintendo, 1980s Pop Culture, and American Horror Story. He enjoys traveling around the world, trying new restaurants in Chicago, and seeing all the dogs play in the dog park. Steve is proud that Dan has found a wonderful woman in Stephanie to spend his life with and keep in check when Dan belittles nerd culture.

Sister of Bride "Hi all! I’m Jessica, sister of the bride. I graduated last summer from the University of Detroit Mercy with a Bachelor’s in Dental Hygiene, and I am currently working full time as a dental hygienist in a private practice in Plymouth, MI. In my spare time, my boyfriend and I like to go to events in downtown Detroit as well as find new crafts and games to enjoy. I have always enjoyed ceramics and pottery, as it gives me another excuse to work with my hands, and have continued my interest by participating in a wheel throwing class."

Brother of Bride Brian, younger brother to Stephanie, met each other when he was just a wee baby; which resulted in meeting Dan many years thereafter. Brian couldn't be more excited to spend more drunken nights together with these two in the future to come. As Brian likes to say, "these two go together like frosted tips and the mayor of flavourtown!"

Cousin of Bride"Hi, I’m Danielle! I have known Stephanie since birth and we have been best cousins since day one. I guess you could say I was Steph’s first “long-distance relationship” because although we lived an 11-hour drive away, we spent countless hours on the phone talking about the color blue, Harry Potter, and the number 44. I am currently a packaging designer based in NYC."

Friend of Groom Destiny turned on her spotlight when Dan met Matt one auspicious evening while navigating a high society soiree in Wrigleyville. The resulting friendship has led to multiple revolutions started, dragons slain and countless bars emptied. Matt has an MBA from Michigan State and is a skilled Facebook advertiser. If your Facebook personal information ends up in the hands of the Russians, it might be his fault. Matt grew up in South Lyon, Michigan and currently lives in Chicago.

Friend of Bride "Hi, my name is Stephanie Bailey! I am a newlywed and a cardiology veterinary technician. Yes, you read that right; there are cardiologists for animals. I am a proud cat momma of two (Callie and Stella). Stephanie and I met in undergrad at U of M-Dearborn. I'm pretty sure we had almost every science class together. We have been friends ever since! Although Steph has moved several times (sometimes very far), we speak often and have a bond that only two Stephanie's can have!"

Friend of Bride "My name is Tamera. I’m currently in my last year of my medicine residency, which is what brought me to Chicago and how I met Stephanie. We both started residency at the same time. Although she is in dentistry and I am in Family Medicine, as she would say, she “forced herself on me” during orientation and that’s pretty much how it all began. We became good friends over a short time. If we weren’t hanging out in the city or seeing each other in the hospital, we were usually talking on the phone. Many of these conversations eventually became about Dan so I feel like I’ve known him about as long as Stephanie has. It’s been so great to see how it all started and now to be a part of their wedding day!"

Friend of Groom Brandon has been Dan's lifelong friend. The two spent their childhood together swinging baseball bats, playing night games, and dialing 1-800 numbers after their parents fell asleep. Brandon serves as a police officer in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and is a proud husband and father of two beautiful children.

Niece/Daughter of Groom's Cousin Lora is six years old and the bridal couple is ecstatic to have her make her flower girl debut at their wedding. She is excited to start the first grade this fall. Lora is an excellent reader who loves to ride horses, play soccer and basketball, dance, and be a big sister to Victoria.

Godson/Cousin of Bride "Hi! My name is Everett Walker, and I'm five years old. I like to read, and my favorite book right now is Rainbow Fish. By the time the wedding comes, I'll be in the Kindergarten! I have the honor of being Stephanie's and Dan's ring bearer. She's my cousin and also my Godmother, and I love her very much. I'm awfully shy so I hope I do a good job. She may have to entice me with a Hershey's bar if she wants me to walk the rings down the aisle. ;)"