Carissa & Caleb
Wedding Party
Tiahna Johnson
Idaho Maid of Honor
Tiahna and Carissa met in 2016 through Alpha Xi Delta at Boise State University and quickly formed a strong bond. When COVID cut their college experience short in 2020, they moved in together and embraced life in Boise. By 2021, after two adventurous road trips to Sandpoint, ID, they knew they were best friends for life. With Tiahna’s marketing expertise, Carissa built Focus: A Lasting Impression, and together, they’ve grown it into one of the city’s top graduation photography businesses while capturing stunning travel engagement and proposal shoots.
Loni Weger
California Maid of Honor
Loni and Carissa first met through mutual friends in 8th grade through competitive volleyball, unaware that fate had even bigger plans—they would soon be attending the same high school. From that moment on, their bond was unshakable. From there it was a forever friendship. The girls bonded over a shared loved of Harry Potter, Bellarmine High School boys, alternative music and day trips to the coast. Despite the long distance friendship post high school, Loni and Carissa have never left each other's side and made it priority to visit each other. Carissa will forever cherish the surprise visit Loni and the rest of their friends planned for Carissa’s birthday in Boise in April 2022. Loni will forever be Carissa's longest and closest friend.
Julia Borello
Bridesmaid
Julia is Carissa's older sister! As the only two siblings in a big, loving Italian family, their bond runs deep. Though miles apart—Julia in New York City and Carissa in Idaho—their connection remains unshaken. Their family jokes that they are complete opposites. One "a country girl" and one a "city girl". They cherish every holiday together, and their regular phone calls are filled with laughter, stories, and glimpses into their wonderfully different lives. No matter the distance, their sisterhood is a constant source of love and support.
Dee Berar
Bridesmaid
Dee and Carissa met prior to their Freshman year of high school when they were both forced to endure a summer school prior to their admittance into Presentation High School. Dee is one of Carissa's first calls when she comes to San Jose to visit. Their similar sense of humor has kept them close for many years. Back in the good ole days, you could find these two singing country music at the Shoreline Amphitheater. Dee would be the "go-to" person for house parties and Carissa knew she always had a place to crash and a bestie to come home to.
Nicole Horn
Bridesmaid
Nicole and Carissa met through an online roommate match when they were both admitted to Boise State University. Both girls were moving to a new state without knowing anyone. They quickly became inseparable, rushing Alpha Xi Delta together and spending weekends dancing in their dorm, traveling, playing in the snow, and binge-watching crime shows. Wanting to continue their college experience together, they moved into the sorority house their sophomore year of college. Carissa was recently a bridesmaid in Nicole’s wedding, and now it’s her turn! Both now live in Columbia Village in Southeast Boise with their partners—still unable to imagine life far apart, whether that means in a room across the hall or down the street.
Jadenn Messick
Bridesmaid
Jadenn and Carissa first met while working together on the Talent Team at the J.R. Simplot Company, and their friendship quickly became something truly special. Carissa had the honor of photographing Jadenn’s wedding and standing by her side through it all—a moment that sealed their bond for life. From late nights sipping wine to sharing their dark sense of humor, their friendship grew fast and strong. In fact, their connection borders on “co-dependence,” as both Caleb and Jadenn’s husband have admitted that their nightly FaceTime calls have become a daily ritual!
Kaden Stewart
Best Man
Caleb moved into Kaden's house in 2021 and the bromance began! Late nights at Suds bar was just the beginning for these two. Caleb's favorite lifetime memory so far is purchasing his 2022 Yamaha YZ250F with Kaden and his family in Donnelly, ID. The Stewarts showed him how to ride at their cabin and took him on a trail the next day. The boys have been best friends and riding with each other ever since. It also does not hurt that both their go-to drinks include Pendleton.
Gabe Gonzalez
Groomsman
Caleb met Gabe at his first job in Boise, Davinci Stone & Granite. Gabe quickly went from Caleb's boss to Caleb's right hand man! Kaden, Gabe and Caleb (The Three Stooges) are rarely seen apart. They are either in the garage working on dirt bikes, eating Gabe's homemade queso watching football, or spending time at the Stewart cabin in Donnelly. Caleb and Gabe can talk for hours on end, and out of all the friends who come and go, Bellatrix has made it clear—Gabe is her favorite house guest!
Garrett Klock
Groomsman
What can we say? Garrett is a package deal! You get the funny guy, the sensitive guy and the party guy. Caleb met him through his Best Man, Kaden, and their friendship took off from there. Nights out and downtown bar adventures are never complete without Garrett. Caleb knew they’d be friends for the long haul when he realized just how much they had in common. With Garrett around, you’re guaranteed a great time and plenty of hilarious stories.
Jacob Ledbetter
Groomsman
Caleb met Jacob, or as his friends call him, "Ledbetter" during his service in the U.S. Navy where they both worked on fighter jet avionics. Both men were stationed in the same unit and went on various deployments together all over the world. Jacob soon made the move to Boise to continue the adventures. The two spend their free time fixing up their matching BMWs in the garage and going shooting in Pleasant Valley.
Brant Stewart
Groomsman
Caleb also met Brant throughout his service in the U.S. Navy. Caleb and Brant got to know each other through their various deployments working on fighter jets. Because of Brant, Caleb relocated to Boise after his service to secure a job at Davinci Stone and Granite. Caleb soon was introduced to Brant's older brother who is none other than his best friend and Best Man, Kaden! Without having met Brant, Caleb's experiences and adventures in Boise might never have happened!