Briana & Branton
Wedding Party
Miny Skahan
Bridesmaid
When Miny first met the bride she flat out ignored her! They both lived in two separate dorms at UC Santa Barbara and Briana was late to the game to try and join Miny's existing group of friends. Ditched that fateful day in the dining commons, they both thought they'd never need to even remember each others' names. They then lived a floor apart their following year in the dorms and both became very actively involved in the dance community. Suddenly, it was like they had been friends from the start. The two definitely didn't know it when they met each other but they became extremely important people in each others' lives and they make a point to see each other frequently despite living so far apart. Briana officiated Miny's wedding and she's excited to have Miny at her side at her own.
Jessica Sobel
Bridesmaid
Briana and Jessica met line dancing at The Ranch in Anaheim. Jessica was the quiet one of the group, but soon she became the only person Briana totally connected with in that dance bar. Anyone who knows Jessica knows that she's down to earth and always game to do something fun so the two friends went dancing each week together, attended more concerts than one can count, road tripped, had movie nights, and became best friends. Coincidentally, they each ended up moving to the same neighborhood so walking their dogs together and hanging out became a daily activity. Just like they walk the neighborhood together each day, Briana can't imagine walking down the aisle on her wedding day without Jessica there by her side.
Sylvia Eghiayan
Bridesmaid
Sylvia is Briana's cousin on her mother's side of the family. She is a new mother who lives with her husband in England and will be traveling to be apart of this special day. Syliva didn't even hesitate when she was asked to be a bridesmaid because she knew she wouldn't miss it for the world. Sylvia has always been a loving and supportive person in Briana's life no matter what. Briana is so grateful to have such a person like Sylvia in her life - someone that is so full of joy and is wholeheartedly happy for you when good things happen. She has been at every big day for Briana and her wedding day is no different.
Ryan Arellano
Bridesmaid
Briana met Ryan her senior year of college at UC Santa Barbara through fellow bridesmaid and Ryan's former roommate, Miny. Briana always regretted that she didn't get to know Ryan sooner since she moved south shortly after graduation and Ryan remained in Santa Barbara to get her graduate degree. However, over the years since college, Ryan has become an important person in Briana's life and distance proved to not make a difference in their friendship. They share important life events, give each other updates on their dogs, always feel welcome in each other's homes, and talk nearly every day in their group chat with Miny. She has become a dear friend that Briana keeps begging to move closer to her and she is happy that Ryan is joining her at her side for her wedding day.
Kelly Boyle
Bridesmaid
Briana and Kelly's friendship truly began that fateful day on the beach in Santa Barbara when Kelly asked Briana to be her housemate. The two knew each other a little bit through a mutual friend but it wasn't until they lived together that their friendship grew. Kelly was in grad school while Briana was finishing up her senior year. That year was full of fun, random adventures, freezing runs from the parking structure home, learning Kelly does not shop in a linear fashion, dancing the night away, olive oil birthday waffles, and the always beloved roommate dinners. Though the two no longer live together that has not stopped them from always talking regularly and seeing each other when they can. Briana is happy to have Kelly supporting her on her wedding day as one of her bridesmaids.
Zack Stevens
Groomsman
Branton and Zack have known each other since the early days of kindergarten. In fact, the two boys were mortal enemies and Branton's mother often had to ask their teachers to not seat them beside each other. However, as the years went on it became clear that the two of them were very alike in personality and shared the same humor and interests and they soon became the best of friends. Zack is Branton's oldest friend, someone he's spent long hours at Comic-Con with, traveled across the world with to Japan, and knows the true meaning of Shrekfest. Branton is happy to have Zack standing at his side on his wedding day.
Nick St. Cook
Groomsman
Branton and Nick became close friends in high school and that didn’t change after they each moved away to college. Though Nick doesn’t live locally anymore, the two have continued to stay in touch despite living on opposite ends of the country. They make an effort to meet up whenever Nick is back in town, share recommendations for shows, play online games, etc. so the distance hasn’t impacted with friendship. Nick has always been a friend that Branton feels keeps him in check and is someone he can always reach out to to talk, making him a great fit to be a groomsman for Branton by helping him get ready on his wedding day.
Phillip Skahan
Groomsman
Although Branton and Phillip were both apart of the dance community in Santa Barbara, it was the friendship between Briana and Miny that gave them the opportunity to really get to know each other. Frequent road trips back and forth between Orange County and Santa Barbara over the years have become a frequent occurrence amongst the four of them and this led the two to form a solid friendship. Much like the franchise, their friendship and love for Fast and Furious knows no bounds. Branton was honored to be in Phillip's wedding as one of his groomsmen and couldn't imagine not having Phillip standing beside him on his own special day.
Justin Stewart
Groomsman
Not many can say they still know someone they met in elementary school but Justin and Branton have been friends since they were small kids. Although their friendship became stronger when they entered high school, having shared similar interests and friends, Justin is someone that Branton has always felt he can trust. Justin is a person you just feel comfortable around and Branton enjoys his company. The two have been through a lot together and it’s only fitting that Justin joins Branton on his wedding day.
Alexander St. Cook
Groomsman
Branton and Alex became friends while they were both high school students in San Diego. Till this day Branton still thinks of Alex as one of the friendliest people he knows and is happy that they’ve maintained their friendship well after Branton moved to Orange County. Alex is someone who has niche and fascinating interests, some of which he’s introduced to Branton over the years that Branton still follows till this day. Branton is excited to have such a kind and genuine friend beside him for his wedding day.