Marissa & Randy
Wedding Party
Tessa Dines
Maid of Honor
Tessa and Marissa met at freshmen orientation before starting their undergrad at NYU. They gravitated toward each other instantly (possibly because they had both thwarted their mothers' request for them not to wear shorts to a formal event in 100º weather). They've been best friends ever since sharing apartments, adventures, and whatever life brings. Marissa introduced Tessa to her now husband in 2009 and the rest is history!
Nick Martin
Best Man
As the tallest member of the wedding party, Nick is not only handsome but the kindest of gentleman. After they met in 2015 Nick quickly welcomed Randy to his friend group with open arms. A connoisseur of fine whiskey, the latest video games, hot skate videos, and topical cartoons Nick and Randy always find something to talk for hours about. Even on a gray day Nick will always make Randy feel a little brighter, and we're all better off for his presence. A skilled photographer and California native, Nick is the best man any man could ask for.
Francesca Gallo
Bridesmaid
Francesca and Marissa met during college but really solidified their friendship in the years following. Sharing a love of hiking, adventure, travel, and cooking they always had a plan for a fabulous weekend in the works. Both very passionate and career driven they have always seen themself reflected in the other. With Francesca's job bringing her to California last year they don't see each other as often but remain fast friends.
Jason Orsega
Groomsman
Jason and Randy have known each other since they were in kindergarten but became inseparable friends when they played varsity hockey together in high school. After years of sharing wild adventures, hours of laughter, and a love of music their friendship still lights up a room. Jason currently lives in St. Louis but when they get together it's as if no time has past and they fall back into being the best friends that they always were.
Helena Palmieri
Bridesmaid
Helena and Marissa met during graduate school at NYU where they sat next to each other in their first lab. Helena's positive and charming personality made starting a friendship almost automatic and quickly they began to do everything together, supporting one another through difficult classes, insane research requests and taking a well deserved vacation now and then. They have now both continued on to their PhD's at NYU.
Tayloe Dines
Groomsman
Tayloe and Randy first met the morning of Tayloe's own wedding, when he was tasked with retrieving Randy from the train station. Randy remembers disembarking from the platform to scan the parking lot, his gaze quickly falling on Tayloe and his groomsmen. Randy personally hoped in that moment that those were the men he was intended to meet as they were clearly the coolest looking guys there. In the years that followed they shared some truly thrilling adventures from camping trips, to skiing and summer tubing. Tayloe is originally from Mendocino CA, and is a licensed sea captain- if anyone is in need of one ;)
Jessica Lau
Bridesmaid
Jess and Marissa met in 2017 on a weekend trip to the Rockaways organized by a mutual friend. It turns out they had been in the same department and year in college but never met until then. With numerous overlapping passions from restaurants and cocktails to late 90's fantasy video games it felt like they had known each other for years. Always down to try something new they have embarked on many spontaneous weekend trips and eaten at every new restaurant they can find.
Zach Adams
Groomsman
It was the love of cars, cocktails, and dapper accessories that sparked a connection between Zach and Randy when they met through work in 2016. They often spend hours discussing music and their shared appreciation of novel, bespoke or eclectic relics of past eras. Hailing from Maine originally, Zach is a wealth of obscure seafaring knowledge of which Randy is always eager to take part in the telling of. Always up for a bit of excitement, Zach is the man you want on your team regardless of the occasion. Whether it's dinner or a beach side vintage car race, his vibrant personality ensures everyone present has a fantastic time.
Roxie Moon
Flower Girl
Roxie is the coolest little girl you're likely to ever meet. Full stop. Already a world traveler with impeccable personal style she is ready to take it all on! The first daughter of Marissa's cousin Freda and husband Tim she will bring magnetic Evans energy to the wedding wherever she appears.