Elisabeth (aka Lil) has known Caroline since she was born back in April '06 and really hasn't been able to get away from her since. Caroline asked her lovely sister to be her Maid of Honour on Christmas eve - best present reaction you will ever see from Lil.
She is most excited about the possibility of getting Caroline's room when she finally moves out.. right?
Alice - Bridesmaid
Cath & Ange joined the same mother's group back in '99 and ever since then it's been quite the journey. Alice & Caroline certainly grew up together so it's only fair that she bear witness to a big life event like getting married. Alice is actually more excited about this wedding than Caroline; if you want to know how planning is going please reach out to her or Tom.
Anthony - Bridesman
Anthony Kelly was just sitting in a quiet little accounting 101 class when he was absolutely blessed with the pleasure of getting to sit next to Caroline. Working out they lived so close; Anthony didn't read the T&C's to him driving Caroline to uni every day for the remaining 4 years - she did shout him coffee and listen to the soundtrack of Hamilton musical each trip with minimal complaints. The solid foundation to any long lasting friendship.
Amelie - Bridesmaid
Amelie will be bringing youthful energy as the youngest of the group. You really haven't lived until you have tried some of Amelie's famous caramel slice, I hear Caroline bribed her into making some for the wedding morning. Being Caroline's younger cousin, Amelie is really lucky, well at least until the 5:30am alarm goes off for hair & makeup on Friday morning.
Groomsmen
Josh - Best Man
Josh & Tom had their first encounter back in the Year 7 halls of Pittwater High, where they proceeded to not actually interact for the rest of high school.
When they did eventually cross paths 6 years later, Tom was lucky to find a kind & funny friend, you know the kind that would not miss an opportunity to bag you out?
Their relationship blossomed over their shared passion for healthcare (nursing in particular), surfing, footy, breakfast dates with more than just coffee, and forever a belief in their ability to have a 'friendly debate'. As such, Josh has been bestowed with the honour of best man.
Will - Groomsman
Will didn't really have a choice but to be Tom's mate. Tom met Caroline and then never left the Anstee household thereafter (no really, like practically moved in straight away!). Will and Tom have become more like brothers. You will find them either playing tennis, debriefing about work, exercising, and seeing who can annoy the other one more. You will also find Will telling Tom to 'get a hobby' or asking if there is 'an off switch' as Tom continues to talk when no-one is listening.
Holly - Groomswoman
Holly is a pro at being a bridesmaid, you may have seen her at the other 26 weddings she has featured in, really giving Katherine Heigl a run for her money. Holly & Tom met 9 years ago and formed a close bond over not letting beer go to waste on a camping trip. Lets just say when they are together it is a bad time to be a beer, whether it's on a trip away or buying beer towers whilst playing pool. Holly is the friend that is always down for DnM's, and is fiercely protective and loyal. Tom is honoured to have her stand with him as a Groomswoman.
Jake - Groomsman
Jake is our representative from the country, one that still wears his Barney Cools and Assembly Label clothes in the land of Levi jeans and Akubras. Jake and Tom's friendship blossomed over an unhealthy amount of exercise and an inability to 'bulk' in their much younger years. As Jake moved away to the country they still maintained a close friendship on the backbone of meme's and quarterly in person catch ups. They say the best of friendships are maintained despite the physical distance between mates, this definitely proven with Jake and Tom.