Wedding Party
Nick Vrkljan
Best Man
Nick is Alex's older brother. He is a wonderful, burly man that resides in Holland MI with his lovely wife, Katie, and two beautiful daughters, Blair and Vera. He was a role model and great influence for Alex from the beginning. Alex couldn't keep up with him in the classroom, while Nick couldn't on the basketball court.
Jessica Williams
Matron of Honor
Brittany's younger sister who lives in Oswego with her high school sweetheart and husband, Dan, along with their four incredible children: Mason, Logan, Cole & Ellie. While Brittany didn't bring them into this world, her love for them is just as strong. For those of you who haven't had the pleasure of meeting Jessica, she is one of the most genuine, caring, and kind-hearted people you'll ever meet. Also, be prepared to see her light up the dance floor on the big day.
Shaan Parikh
Groomsman
Alex has known Shaan since high school. A mutual love for Taco Bell, basketball and NFL football were how they became close friends. The group chats are fiery and the drinking games competitive. Currently resides in the West Loop neighborhood in Chicago, a few miles away from Alex and Brittany.
Cassandra Nolan
Maid of Honor
Brittany's younger sister who lives in Chicago. They've been spending the last decade or so in the city together, exploring life and being best friends throughout. Famously referred to as her "swagger coach," Cassie keeps her up-to-date with the latest trends. Cassie is the kind of person who will always keep it real, never sugarcoats the truth, and—fun fact—is hands down the fastest texter you’ll ever meet.
Daniel Durr
Groomsman
Alex has known Dan since they were in Kindergarten at Collins. Pictures before school and McDonald's play room for lunch. The friendship has evolved over the years. Switching off which of our parents houses they would party at and which parents would pick us up and drop us off at bars was the only constant for these friends who lived .5 miles down the road.
Brittany Ferrin
Bridesmaid
Ferr Bear is one of Brittany's oldest friends. With them having the same name and their younger sisters also having the same name, the friendship was destined to be. They've lived all over the city together and have a bond that can't be broken.
John Schaul
Groomsman
Alex has been close with John since high school and was part of the daily off-campus Taco Bell crew sophomore year. Hanging out in John's mom's basement (club kernz), playing drinking games and listening to hard core rap were how they spent the majority of our summers and weekends. Don't tell him Jay-Z is overrated.
Rigel Gentinne
Bridesmaid
Brittany and Rigel went to Northern Illinois together and have been best friends for as long as she can remember. They lived in Chicago and had so many great memories together before meeting her husband Tom and moving to the burbs.
Jeremy Rosenberg
Groomsman
Alex and Jeremy started working at a small recruiting firm in 2016. Jeremy brainwashed Alex with Grateful Dead music while driving around the streets of Chicago with no particular destination in mind. Alex is forever grateful (pun intended) that Jeremy dragged him to Dead & Company at Wrigley against his will.
Katrina Vrkljan
Bridesmaid
Katrina is Alex's eldest sibling and predicted Brittany and Alex's relationship would happen before it did. She has become increasing close to Brittany and is a fantastic big sister to Alex. She has two amazing children, Landon and Zara.
Kevin Melinyshyn
Groomsman
Alex and Kevin have been friends since high school. Going to a rival high school did not stop the two from creating a close bond. Kevin went to serve in the Marines out of college but stayed in touch. He currently resides in Charleston, SC but the two make time to see each other both in Chicago and SC.
Katie Travers
Bridesmaid
Brittany and Katie worked together at Instant Technology and became friends almost immediately. Years of vent sessions and liquid lunches created a bond that couldn't be broken. She now lives in Palatine with her husband Chris, daughter Avery and son AJ.
Don Coon
Groomsman
Don is one of Alex's oldest friends. They were brought together by their oldest brothers and would spend hours playing a computer game, called Starcraft, before ever meeting each other in person. Hours would be spent at Alex's house with his sick basement setup. LAN parties and burgers on the grill fueled these two.
Brittany Lee
Bridesmaid
The third Brittany of the group! Brittany (or B-Lee as Alex calls her) is always the life of the party. It's impossible to have a bad time with B-Lee. Impromptu dance parties and positive vibes are always in store when the Brittanys get together.
Brandon Harper
Groomsman
Harp has been an integral part of Alex's life for nearly 20 years. One of the few people Alex physically looks up to. His playful, consistent trash talk and sarcastic demeanor always keeps people on their toes. He is a great friend and an even better father to his two sons. His sports takes are trash but Alex still loves him.
Jordan Garrett
Bridesmaid
Jordan is Brittany's youngest sister. Despite the the 14-year age gap, they have grown increasingly close over the past few years. It's been really special to watch her come into her own, and Brittany is so proud of the person she's become.
Luke Vrkljan
Father of the Groom
Mike Urso
Father of the Bride
Julie Vrkljan
Mother of the Groom
Dawn Garrett
Mother of the Bride
Landon Spencer
Escort to the Mother of the Groom
Mason Williams
Escort to the Mother of the Bride
Zara Spencer
Lead Flower Girl
Logan Williams
Lead Ring Bearer
Blair Vrkljan
Flower Girl
Ellie Williams
Flower Girl
Vera Vrkljan
Flower Girl
Cole Williams
Ring Bearer
Robby Schwarz
Officiant
Brittany has known Robby since High School through mutual friends. Their friendship blossomed through their college years. She has him labeled as best friend in her phone to this day. Alex and Robby first met in West Loop and the two hit it off immediately.