Better Together
Wedding Party
Nicole Aldana
Maid of Honor
Valerie and Nicole have been inseparable since childhood, bonding over Gossip Girl, Mario Kart battles, and countless late-night adventures. Over the years, they’ve made endless memories—including a few life-flashing-before-their-eyes moments thanks to Nicole’s ‘enthusiastic’ driving. Through it all, their friendship has only grown stronger (and so have Valerie’s reflexes in the passenger seat).
Dana Sandler
Maid of Honor
Valerie and Dana first connected through a roommate finder app when they both moved to Vegas—but completely forgot about it! Years later, they met through work and eventually realized they had almost been roommates. Now, instead of sharing an apartment, they share endless scary movie nights, workout sessions, and a humor that keeps them (and sometimes only them) laughing nonstop.
Kathy Paige
Bridesmaid
Valerie and Kathy aren’t just cousins—they grew up under the same roof, making them more like sisters. From childhood battles over Barbies to now laughing over cocktails, it’s been a wild journey watching each other grow up, even if Kathy will always be Valerie’s ‘little sister’ at heart.
Ashley Weingarten
Bridesmaid
Valerie and Ashley were inseparable in college—sharing every class, joining the same sorority, and even becoming roommates for most of their college years. Their friendship started over a mutual love for IHOP on Twitter and only grew from there, filled with laughter, adventures, and endless support through every stage of life.
Lauren Olsson
Bridesmaid
Valerie met Lauren during her first year of college when Lauren moved onto her dorm floor—and from that moment on, their closets (and lives) were basically shared! Always up for an adventure, they never had to hit pause on their friendship, thanks to both being from the Bay Area. Whether in college or back home, you could always find them exploring the city—most likely at a rooftop bar!
Catarina Berry
Bridesmaid
Valerie and Catarina met in college through Sigma Kappa and quickly became inseparable, making some of their best memories during nights out at Delta Sig. From college adventures to standing by each other’s sides on their wedding days, their friendship has never faded.
Haley Dyer
Bridesmaid
Valerie and Haley’s friendship started in the most unexpected way—Haley was her waxer at EWC! Both new to Vegas, they quickly became close, and Haley was actually Valerie’s first friend in the city. Through life’s ups and downs, they’ve always been there for each other, whether it was home-cooked dinners, DIY workouts during COVID, or unforgettable nights out in Vegas. And they’ll never correct anyone who assumes they’re related.
Alexa Garrett
Bridesmaid
Valerie and Alexa met on Bumble BFF and kicked off their friendship—literally—with a boxing class, followed by dinner at a Moroccan restaurant where they unknowingly ate a pineapple that had been through the dishwasher. From that adventurous first night on, their bond has only grown stronger.