Alejandra & Christopher
Wedding Party
Alejandra Balen
Bride
Loves travel, food, Bu, and Chris for his boundless patience, warmth, biceps, and dark humor. Does not take herself too seriously and doesn't care for people that do. Not that she ever needs an excuse to party but let's do this!
Christopher Ward
Groom
Kind and loving soul with an appreciation for all that is not politically correct. Chris also loves travel, Bu (sometimes), and definitely Alejandra for her wit, warmth and charm... hence his moving across the world to restart residency so they could be together.
Kate Cogswell
Maid of Honor
Alejandra's ride-or-die since high school. Enjoyed a whiskey-laden trip through Japan together. Knows EVERYTHING Alejandra's done since she was 14.
Lone Galeitsiwe
Best Man
Chris' best mate since they met in first year med school in 2010. Whether it be 2am soccer games, road tripping in Africa, or a good midnight spew on Carolyn's new carpet, Lone is always down for a laugh and a good time.
Heather Widell
Bridesmaid
Alejandra's best friend and legal counsel. Founding member of the original Monica's Lexus posse and constant source of love and support. Always present for the longest and funnest of nights in Chicago.
Andrew Oey
Groomsman
Without Andy, Chris would never have been in as good shape for his trip to Vietnam and therefore would have been unlikely to have snared Alej's eye. High school friend turned workout buddy, he may or may not have been chosen for the wedding party to make Chris look taller
Carrie Donnellon
Bridesmaid
Carrie-berry has shared in joy, laughter and seriously good times with Ala-mala since freshman year of high school. Chitown visits are not complete without a night out with Carrie. She also tells Alejandra she looks like Kristin Cavalleri on a regular basis.
Matthew Garrett
Groomsman
One of the kindest, most generous blokes you'll ever meet, Matt has had Chris' back since the day they met 15 years ago. Chronically bails on social events, but makes up for it with his talented dance moves. Is genuinely terrified of Carolyn.
Sarah Ward
Bridesmaid
Chris' sister who is a beauty inside and out and always down for a good time. High powered attorney by day, party girl by night. Loves Aussie football and can drink a beer with the best of 'em. Also almost Alejandra's favorite Ward.
Jonathan Tilkin
Groomsman
Alejandra's oldest (and only older) sibling who therefore knows how to tease her and make her laugh in the same sentence. He is an excellent dancer and is also a HUGE Elvis fan. He will also be the one sobbing at the wedding so keep an eye out.
Jessie Schrettner
Bridesmaid
Mini-muffin that has been by Alejandra's side since French class in college where Alejandra thrust her friendship upon Jessie without any warning. She is also the only person that will cry on command at YouTube videos with same force and frequency as Alejandra.
Michael Delphin
Groomsman
Chris' favourite ginger friend, Michael is yet another Melbourne lad who has followed his heart to the United States. Can engineer a mean drink and loves to party.
Mia White LaComb
Junior Bridesmaid
Alejandra's sassiest sister who loves to ski, post pretty selfies on the 'gram and shop till she drops. She is going to decorate Alejandra and Chris' house once she becomes a world-famous interior designer in California.
Finn White LaComb
Junior Groomsman
Alejandra's brother who is the best at literally any sport he tries and he brightens up any room he enters. He also has sick dance moves which will be heavily documented at the wedding.
Kayla White LaComb
Junior Bridesmaid
Alejandra's cuddliest and most sarcastic sister who keeps it extremely REAL. Kayla is as strong as she is kind and beautiful. She is training to be an Olympic Netflix binge-watcher.
Miles White LaComb
Junior Groomsman
Alejandra's youngest brother and usually the funniest person in any room. With an imagination that rivals JK Rowling he is either going to take over the world or the stage... or both.