Wedding Party
Giuly
Maid of Honor
Ally and Giuly met in high school through Giuly’s brother and quickly became the best of friends. Though most of their friendship has been long-distance, their bond has only grown stronger over the years. Giuly has always been a constant source of kindness, support, and love—showing up for Ally during life’s biggest moments, no matter the miles between them. Now that they’re finally living in the same state again, it feels even more special to have Giuly by Ally’s side on such an important day.
Tommy
Best Man
As John’s little brother, Tommy was always John’s favorite person to tackle, throw balls through windows with, and spend hours perfecting their golf game. Despite the miles between them, with Tommy living across the country, the two still talk almost daily—usually debating which bets to place or which teams will come out on top. Their bond has always been about pushing each other to be better, and there is no one else John would want by his side as his Best Man on his wedding day.
Jessica
Bridesmaid
Ally met Jessica in 2016 when her brother Brandon started dating her—but it didn’t take long for Jessica to become more than just “Brandon’s girlfriend.” The two quickly formed a close friendship, even living together as roommates at one point. Now officially sisters-in-law, their bond is stronger than ever. Ally is so excited to have Jessica by her side, not just as family, but as a true friend on this special day.
Brandon
Groomsman
Brandon was the catalyst that brought Ally and John together (check out our home page for the full story!), and since then, he and John have become great friends. Early on, Brandon made Ally promise she’d find someone athletic and someone he could talk sports with—and Ally definitely kept that promise. From racing down ski slopes to battling it out on knee boards on the lake, playing football and volleyball, and discussing every sport under the sun, John and Brandon have shared countless adventures. John is thrilled to have gained a new brother in Brandon, and is excited to have him by his side on this special day.
Emily
Bridesmaid
From the very beginning, Emily—John’s sister—welcomed Ally with open arms. Even when Ally and John were still early in their relationship, Emily made her feel like part of the family, even including her in family wedding photos. Now, Ally is so excited to have Emily by her side and officially join the family she’s felt a part of from the start.
Kevin
Groomsman
Kevin entered John’s life when he started dating John’s sister, Emily, but it didn’t take long for Kevin to become like a big brother to John. Their bond grew over shared passions for golfing and enjoying a cold beer together. After watching Emily and Kevin get married, John is beyond excited to have Kevin stand by his side on his own wedding day.
Erica
Bridesmaid
Erica is Ally’s ultimate travel buddy. They first met in high school and reconnected in college, but their friendship truly took off after college, when Erica visited Ally while she was living in Antigua. Since then, they’ve shared adventures across the Caribbean, Europe, and even Africa. Now, Ally couldn’t be more excited to have Erica by her side for life’s greatest adventure yet.
Andrew
Groomsman
Andrew and John first met in college as brothers in the same fraternity, but their friendship only grew from there. Whether it’s quadding in the sand dunes, fishing, kayaking, or hitting the golf course, there’s no outdoor activity Andrew won’t join John for. John is excited to have Andrew by his side for yet another adventure—this one on his wedding day.
Jen
Bridesmaid
Jen and Ally first met in college when they both joined the same business organization. Their bond deepened after graduation, when Jen reached out to Ally for advice on an experience Ally had already gone through. Since then, Jen has become an incredibly supportive, caring, and dependable friend—always cheering Ally on during life’s big moments and offering a helping hand when things get tough. Ally is beyond grateful to have Jen by her side on this special day.
Sean
Groomsman
Sean and John first met while working in mortgage loans, but it didn’t take long for them to realize they had a lot more in common than just the job. Over time, they’ve built a strong friendship through shared passions—playing pickleball, going to concerts, hiking, kayaking, and catching games together. Sean is that reliable friend who’s always down for a good time, making every hangout a new memory. John’s grateful to have Sean by his side on such an important day.
Kaitlyn
Bridesmaid
Kaitlyn is Ally’s longest friend, having first met in 5th grade when they both competed in a pageant together. Their bond was solidified in middle school gym class, and since then, they’ve shared countless memories—from crashing a golf cart and making terrible dancing videos to endless sleepovers and trips to California. Even though Kaitlyn moved away in high school and now lives in Kansas, their friendship has remained strong through all of life’s phases. Ally is so excited to support Kaitlyn as she embarks on her journey into motherhood, and equally thrilled to have Kaitlyn by her side as she begins this new chapter in her own life.
Nick
Groomsman
Nick is John’s oldest friend—their bond began in daycare and continued through every chapter of school, all the way through high school. From hunting and fishing to camping, launching their school’s trap shooting club, and playing on the hockey team together, they’ve done it all together. John is proud to have Nick by his side once again for this next big moment.
Jordan
Bridesmaid
Jordan and Ally met during medical school and quickly bonded over being big city girls (Dallas and Phoenix) in the small-town setting of Missouri. From road trips to nearby cities for cocktails and shopping, to exchanging recipes and cooking for each other while studying for exams, they created countless memories together. During the COVID quarantine, they both adopted pets, and their friendship grew even stronger as they spent time walking Jordan’s dog, Tommy. Ally couldn’t imagine taking this next step without Jordan by her side—her best friend, study buddy, and constant support.
Max
Groomsman
Max and John grew up just a short bike ride apart, which naturally led to the formation of their childhood bike crew back in elementary school. From cruising around the neighborhood to playing hockey and exploring the many lakes of Minneapolis, they’ve shared a lot of memories over the years. Even though Max now lives across the country serving in the Coast Guard, he and John have stayed close. We’re so excited to have Max and his wife, Hayley, join us for the celebration.
Alezandra
Bridesmaid
Alezandra and Ally met through Alezandra’s husband, Jamus, who grew up as Ally’s brother’s best friend. The three of them were inseparable, like the ultimate trio. After Jamus moved to Texas for college and met Ale, they eventually made their way to Arizona to visit, where it didn’t take long for Ale and Ally to become close friends. Ally was honored to stand by Ale’s side when she married Jamus, and now, having formed their own friendship, Ally is beyond excited to have Ale stand by her side on her big day.
Jamus
Groomsman
Jamus and John met through Ally—Jamus was like another brother to her growing up. Over time, Jamus and John formed their own friendship, and one of John’s favorite memories is when Jamus showed him around all the best local breweries and restaurants during a trip to Texas. We’re so excited to have both Jamus and Alezandra supporting us on our big day!
Kayla
Bridesmaid
Ally and Kayla first met through pageants and quickly formed a lasting friendship. For more than 15 years, Kayla (and her sweet mom, Patti!) have been a constant and meaningful presence in Ally's life. Kayla has a special gift for knowing just when someone needs encouragement and never fails to offer support. She's also the queen of thoughtful, creative gifts that make you feel so loved. Ally is beyond grateful to have such a treasured friend standing by her side on this special day.
Matt
Groomsman
Matt and John first became friends back in middle school when Matt joined the crew with Nick and Max. Their shared passion for golf brought them even closer, eventually leading to them becoming varsity golf captains together. Over the years, they’ve also carved up the slopes on snowboarding trips across multiple states—making memories both on the course and in the mountains. Through it all, Matt has always been a loyal and steady friend, and John couldn’t imagine his wedding day without him by his side.