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Maid of Honor
Tory and Michelle met when they were 13-years old, entering freshman year and trying out for the field hockey team at Archmere - truth be told, Michelle was on the ground more than she was standing during her early field hockey career (always tripping... haha!). Funny enough, their real first ever meeting was when they were in middle school. Michelle played basketball for Upper Pittsgrove, Tory for Woodstown. One of Tory's friends dared her to go up to Michelle and ask her if she was a Barbazon model. Now... was Michelle a model? You'll have to ask her! Most importantly, Michelle is a person that makes you laugh so hard your stomach hurts. A tremendous athlete, nurse, and person - this friendship is one for the ages!
Best Man
Thanks to a Florida Gators hat and a spilled Coca-Cola [bubble free since '93] Andrew & Jeff have been best buds for 20+ years! When Jeff is not listening to Andrew's anecdotes and analogies of hyperbole, Jeff flies F-35 in the U.S. Air Force and wrangles three lovely kiddos with his wife [Courtney] -- also in the bridal squad!
Matron of Honor
There are not enough words in the dictionary to describe this incredible human. Royalty in name (Alexandra) and I (Victoria) we are akin to the finer things in life and frankly - we are Queens, so... treat us as such! All kidding aside...this lady knows how to lift spirits and bring out the sunshine. She has been such a beacon of friendship and has a magnetic pull that is impossible to resist - you just want to be around her. Trust me when I say that loyalty in friendship begins with her. So amazing, so tremendous, you must meet her!
Best Man
THUNDER GREEN! Mike has known Andrew since 9 year old Roswell Rec. Soccer -- Where their friendship started out as bitter rivals... Fortunately Andrew has retired his captain's arm band for the wedding band, Mike has been the peanut butter to Andrew's jelly for 25+ years. In his spare time outside of his full time friendship, he calls defensive plays for the University of Michigan [no big deal - no challenge!] -- Thankfully the NCAA has granted a waiver of approval for Mike to take a brief hiatus from football for this Saturday of festivities. Go Blue!
Bridesmaid
Tory's youngest and most hilarious sister - our GADOO (childhood nickname from our Dad)! Logan is so blessed to be in the prime of her life and supporting Tory as she exits hers (a constant joke of aging between sisters). HAHA!! Logan is the epitome of a good time - full of laughter, incredible accents, insane fashion sense, and a love and passion for film. Movie trivia? Night on the town? This girl has got you! We Gagliardi's are lucky to have this little spark plug in our corner!
Best Man Jr. / Ring Bear
The sweetest, friendliest, and most loving 9-year-old on planet earth. An avid Disney, lego, football, and burger lover, this rambunctious kiddo will happily be accepting dance card reservations ladies! Just be prepared for an epic dance battle!
Bridesmaid
Affectionately known as 'IT' since childhood (google search, 'Cousin It' and here you will find photos of Taylor from birth to high school - all jokes of course!). Known for her infamous and incredible hair, she is also our token Disney loving expert of the Gagliardi clan. I implore you not to gamble on any Disney trivia with this sister...she'll run laps around you! Adding to the fun, Taylor has a serious love of animals. She has always been the caretaker of every pet that John and Dawn would bring home -- from lizards, to fish, to bunnies...and more bunnies because they just would not stop multiplying, to cats, and to dogs. It shouldn't surprise you that she is currently studying Zoology at UCF and hopes to one day take care of the animals on Disney property!
Groomsman
10 with a neu, in the wild, closest to, double bunk technique, rolling, double, rally -- probably explains everything you might need to or care to know about Andrew and Brandt's relationship. That said, they have started the Father's of Future Masters Champions support group, and Smith (his son) and Tegan should have at least 4-5 combined Jackets by 2040. Both LLL Champions respectively, despite 30.3 almost ruining their friendship, and all nonsense things of Knights of Columbus.
Bridesmaid
If you know Tory, you know her favorite animal is the blue whale...and, boy oh boy, she never thought she'd meet another whale that she could love more! Friends, meet Courtney (Wahle, pronounced 'wah-lee') Witt - wife of fighter pilot extraordinaire, Jeff Witt. Hailing from the great city of Boston, this northerner and Tory became friends in a mere instant in Atlanta and have been inseparable by heart, (because she now resides in Florida), ever since our first meeting which was actually the night before her wedding! A full circle friendship if you've ever heard of one. We love our Wahle Whale!
Groomsman
Affectionately known as the Goat, or as Tegan calls him, Uncle Sheep. The third brother of the Witt-Schmidt connection and friends since childhood. If they weren't playing sports, you could find them watching hours of Jeopardy and eating all of the food Mrs. Witt could make!
Bridesmaid
Quite possibly the sweetest, kindest lady to ever come out of the state of Virginia. Elana and I shared living space together in the wild DMV days, living in Clarendon. Now she resides in the Big Apple and she eats plenty of pizza to keep my heart beating from afar. Believe it or not, she is 1 of 2 bridesmaids that I met through Craigslist (before it was a hotbed of scary people)! Out of the many amazing traits she possesses, Elana's ability to listen and provide sound advice is immeasurable. That sweet smile and cool demeanor will hook you immediately - watch out wedding guests!
Groomsman
NFL! -- Despite being rivals on the pitch, [Kapalua Tuna!] -- Hutzel has endured Schmidty for nearly 20 years, from their high school days, through both the Disc Golf Era and White Chocolate Periods respectively. Feel free to discuss crypto currency and bitcoin futures with Mr. Hutzel, he has the backing of the FDIC for all conversations and advice.* *not true
Bridesmaid
ALL HAIL THE QUEEN OF THE UPPER EAST SIDE! Shannon Stearns in the house! Shannon and I have been friends for more than a decade and we met at a time where I had just started my new job at Volkswagen. Managing a youth soccer program, I showed up in a dress and heals on my first day! Tip toeing through the grass as to not plug my heels in the dirt, I was the eye sore of the entire staff and certainly made my mark with Miss Stearns! Many years since this moment, we've developed a pretty amazing friendship. You want a bespoke cocktail, a good book recommendation, a trip abroad on a whim, or tour of New York City - this is your girl!
Groomsman
A college friend from Andrew's brief stop in Tallahassee. Being from ATL was their connective tissue where a deep friendship blossomed. Seth and Andrew spent many a night driving through the secret waterfall of Koopa Troopa beach and setting world records across the MarioKart universe. Seth and Allie have been amazing friends for over 15+ years.
Bridesmaid
Have you ever had an 'instant friend'? Well, here's mine - my other Craigslist miracle! I was living with my Aunt in Virginia when I put out an ad for a roommate - Alyssa answered and in one video chat, it was love at first sight. This North Jersey beauty is an adventurer at heart and a workout buff. We've certainly shared a few sweat sessions, however, following one Yoga class, it is safe to say that Yoga is off the table on account of immaturity. HAHA!
Groomsman
GREEN SQUAD!! CARROT! -- Go Ducks! -- Kenny and Andrew have been buddies since their time at U of O circa 2009 -- You probably know Kenny's backside from the famous 'Ducks Win' top step technique, #24. -- Whether it is bus trips through the SNOQ or man-dates at Picasso in Las Vegas, these two have been man-dating for years, well before Queen Victoria entered the picture.
Bridesmaid
The newest female member of the Gagliardi clan (via Tory's brother JA) - pray for her as she enters into the madness! This Illinois native and Notre Dame alum has added such joy to our family! Give this girl some Christmas pajamas (or any pair of pajamas for that matter) and a 500+ piece puzzle and she's in heaven! Of note, she's carrying the first grandchild for our side of the family and due in November! Cheers to this soon-to-be mama!
Groomsman
Paging Dr. Bunny...!! For those that do not know, 'Bunny' is the nickname Tory gave JA when they were kids, and now, he's a big shot and Chief Resident at St. Luke's Hospital in PA. The only son of John and Dawn Gagliardi, 'number one son', as Tory calls him, has been her closest friend since they were kiddos. This die-hard Eagles and Notre Dame fan can be found in any Eagles bar screaming at the team or crushing drives on the golf course! Go Birds!! Go Irish!!
Bridesmaid
Talk about hitting the jackpot in the sister-in-law pool - Kelly Martin for the win! This A+ mom of two Charlotte and Claire, (Charlotte is one of our flower girls), is absolutely wonderful. Of her many maternal talents, you must know that she is an incredible singer and thespian. If you're native to Atlanta, you will have seen her in many a production! Keep your ears open for this song bird as I'm sure she'll be belting tunes alongside Tory on the dance floor!
Groomsman
You can't have the Martin Family with Mr. Martin himself, Chad! The husband to Andrew's sister Kelly and father to two amazing kids (Charlotte and Claire), as well as, a fellow thespian -- which is actually how Kelly and Chad met! Keep an eye on the microphones, you never know with these two!!
Bridesmaid
Another match made in Archmere heaven - introducing Lyndsey Walters! A go-getter if I have ever met one... this girl has been following her dreams since we met and it's been so fun to be along for the ride as her friend. Not only was she a superstar former deputy press secretary for #45, she has been an amazing friend through thick and thin! So grateful for her friendship. Countless sleepovers on the family farm in PA, many cities, many nights breaking bread together, and more phone catch ups than I can count (although, she would attest (and I would agree), that I'm not always the best at answering the phone)! She still keeps me around though and is such a true, true, friend.