Irene is the honorable mention of this wedding because she is Evie’s proud little sister— she is also a very big fan of Phil and knew he needed a third sister!
Favorite movie: the Lego movie
Fun fact: Irene runs a very small microbrewery of 2.5 gallon batches out of her upper east side apartment
Catch me at the wedding saying “I’m not crying, you’re crying”
Etta - Bridesperson
I met Evie for the first time in the first week of college and we immediately clicked. I only met Phil in person in May, after many phone calls over several years. Both of these people are so special to me and I am so honored to be a part of their wedding!
My favorite movie is What’s Up Doc? (1972)
Fun fact: I know the heights of most U.S. presidents.
Catch me at the wedding yelling “oh my god this is my song!” and then quietly singing that song to myself.
Dani - Bridesmaid
Phil’s super cool older sister
Favorite Movie: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
Fun fact: I played D1 basketball
Catch me at the wedding in the middle of the dance floor scream singing every song with my kiddos
Alex - Bridesmaid
Phillip's funny and dazzling older sister
Favorite movie: Devil Wears Prada
Fun fact: I designed suits at Brooks Brothers and dressed Ty Burrell, Tony Goldwyn and the actors in ‘The Great Gatsby’
Catch me at the wedding chasing after Lilly and dancing to Taylor Swift
Kaylie - Bridesmaid
Kaylie was initiated into the Golden girl gang the night of Irene’s 25th birthday party. She was worried about impressing her girlfriend’s very cool older sister. Evie couldn’t have made her feel more comfortable. From cooking her famous mac n cheese and helping Kaylie and Irene paint their apartment to celebrating a few more birthdays together, Evie’s always made her feel like part of the family.
Fun fact: Kaylie’s dog Beezus is named after Beatrice Quimby from the Beverly Cleary books. Beezus attends most family events but won’t be able to make it to the wedding as she can’t stand to leave the city in September. She’s promised to send a very nice wedding gift.
Favorite movie: 13 Going on 30
Ruthy - Bridesmaid
I met Evie in the infant room in preschool! Legend has it that we cried when separated (which is probably true since we still do that). One time in elementary school, Marsha (Evie’s mom) called my house and told me that “Evie has had a hard day and needs to talk to you”. Now whenever I have a hard day I call Evie because it might have been a hard day, but I got to talk to my best friend. It is amazing to have known Evie through every phase of her life (including the fart joke obsession), and it was so special to see her fall in love with Phil. Now I have two friends to call when I have a bad day!
Favorite movie: The Princess Bride
Fun fact: I’m getting my PhD in Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics (and I have imposter syndrome)
Catch me at the wedding running to the dance floor because I know the music will be 🔥
Leah - Bridesmaid
We spent lots of fun nights watching movies, sharing meals, and passing the time when Phil, Evie, Grayson and I lived together. You heard that right - four people, one NYC apartment! Through the pandemic we became very close. We can’t wait to see our two wonderful friends get married! <3
Favorite movie - (500) Days of Summer!
Fun fact - I make a mean grilled cheese.
Catch me at the wedding doing dips on the dance floor!
Grayson - Best Man
I met Phil when I first moved to New York from Atlanta, Georgia. I knew no one else from the city, and I couldn’t have asked for a better friend and roommate to make me feel right at home in NYC! I remember bar-tending Phil and Evie’s first virtual date. Not sure how I was supposed to offer her a cocktail over zoom, but I remember sparks flying even over the phone. Pretty soon, Phil introduced her in person, and I knew they had a special connection. I’m so excited to see these two amazing people tie the knot!
Favorite movie - The Lord of the Rings, specifically the extended editions! The original cuts are for amateurs.
Fun fact - I took hip hop dance classes as a kid.
Catch me at the wedding reciting Lord of the Rings quotes with Phil!
Stan - Groomsman
Phil and I met at Fairfield University through working on film projects and going to the movies every Thursday night with a group of students and one of our professors. It was Junior year when we became housemates that we really hit it off. Don’t ask about the flourless chocolate cake! Phil is one loyal friend and when we both ended up living in Brooklyn we continued to go to the movies together. One day Phil told me about his girlfriend, Evie. I had a feeling this was not just any girlfriend! Some time later Phil introduced me to Evie and let me tell ya - I cannot think of anyone better for Phil. I have since moved back to my home state of Maine but whenever my wife and I visit NYC Phil and Evie find a way to share a meal with us. What an amazing couple!
My favorite movie is always changing but right now I’ll say Whiplash. A fun fact about me is that I worked in the camera department on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and The Blacklist.
Catch me at the wedding showing off photos of my daughter, Ellie!
Steve - Groomsman
After I started dating Phillip's sister, Alex, I wanted to take Phillip and Alex out to lunch. Alex had a business commitment come up and was no longer able to attend. I thought it would be a great opportunity to learn about Phillip. What I learned is Phil is easy to hang out with, a great story teller, but the world’s slowest eater. Completing 10 wings in less than 3 hours. I always looked at Phil as a brother and I am excited for the big day.
Favorite movie: Star Wars
Fun fact: I can eat 10 wings faster than Phillip
Catch me at the wedding dancing with my two favorite girls
Chris - Groomsman
I was lucky enough to share a room with Phil for 6 years while dating his sister. There’s not an air mattress on this green, green earth that doesn’t immediately remind me of him. Favorite movie: Wedding Crashers. Fun fact: I’m Canadian. Doesn’t get more fun than that, eh? Catch me at the wedding requesting the band play the Canadian anthem. We stand on guard for thee baby!
Greg - Groomsman
Once upon a time I showered Phil with Hershey’s Syrup
Favorite film: The Man Who Would Be King
Fun fact: I can do a helluva Borat impression
Catch me at the wedding chiefing cigars
Seamus - Groomsman
Phil loves flourless chocolate cake
Favorite movie: Cinderella Man
Fun fact: I am a man of many passions
Catch me at the wedding breaking balls
Johnny - Little Helper
Thankful my uncle is marrying Aunt Evie because Aunt Evie = best hide and seeker
Favorite show: Sesame Street
Fun fact: I started walking at 9 months so I’m basically in the Paris 2024 Olympics
Catch me at the wedding dancing to the Twisted Sisters and/or climbing everything my parents tell me not to
Lilly - Flower Girl
Phillip and Evie’s favorite niece
Favorite movie: Tangled & Moana
Fun fact: I’m a ballerina/soccer star
Catch me at the wedding throwing flowers down the aisle and “shaking it off” with Taylor Swift
Soren - Ring Bearer
Soren loves hanging out with his mom's cousins - Evie and Phil are great at playing cars and board games!
Fav Movie: Scooby-Doo
Fun Fact: Soren's favorite colors are purple and sparkly black.
Catch me at the wedding tearing up the dance floor with my cool moves!
PJ - Ring Bearer
I met my uncle the day I was born and it’s a good thing, too, because I’m named after him as well as my great grandfather, so that would just be weird.
My favorite movie: Toy Story 2
Fun fact: I love to play hockey and baseball
Catch me at the wedding double fisting at the dessert table