Alexa & Christopher
The "I Do" Crew!
Kayla Mignacca
Maid of Honor
Kayla and I have known one another well over 20 years. We first met at CNY Gymnastics Center where we both competed in the Junior Olympics Gymnastics program all throughout our elementary, middle and high school years. As if our demanding workout schedule of 5 hours/ 6 nights a week was not enough time together, we spent the summers inseparable sleeping over at each other's houses almost every weekend. Kayla and I's friendship has withstood Kayla's successful career moves from East Coast to West and (Thank God) back to the East Coast just in time for Chris and I's wedding year. She isn't just my best friend she is the sister, I never had (often we are asked if we are by those who just meet us). I'm honored to have her standing by my side as my maid of honor on May 14th. Love you La! xx
Melissa Blasi
Bridesmaid
Melissa is my amazing sister-in-law who many of you got the pleasure to meet at her and my brother, Guy's, wedding in 2021. If you know Melissa than you already know that she is one of the most kind-hearted, genuine, and hardworking people you will ever meet. Not only is beautiful but she is also incredibly smart and successful in her career as a civil engineer at C&S Engineering. Since building her first home with my brother, we have already got the family traditions started, from our annual pumpkin carving night at Halloween, to our holiday hard seltzer tastings, the memories and fun we have when we get together are endless. I am so excited for what is to come as Melissa and I build our future families together ♥
Haley Hornstein
Bridesmaid
Haley and I first met at LeMoyne College. It wasn't until our senior year when we were living so close to one another that we became extremely close. Spending almost every day together, we truly became best friends. If you know Haley then you know that she has one of the most infectious laughs of all time- she is always positive, smiling and having a good time when you are with her. I also have Haley to thank for introducing me to the love of my life, Chris! Chris and Haley are first cousins and grew up together as best friends. Chris will be officiating Haley and her soon-to-be husband, Anthony's wedding in June 2022. I am so blessed to not only have Haley as one of my best friends but also my COUSIN! Love you Halzey so excited to have you by my side on my wedding day & for life. xoxo
Brooke Benkovich
Bridesmaid
Brooke and I first met our freshman year at LeMoyne College when she and I lived in the same dorm building and instantly became friends. Aside from having class together, Brooke and I did pretty much every single thing together our 4 years of college. From Spring Break trips to Buffalo Bills games, there is never a dull moment when Brooke and I are together. When I think about what it means to be a true friend, Brooke is the definition. She is one of the most loyal, caring and supportive friends that I could ever have. We no doubt, have memories and inside jokes that we could talk about for hours (and have!) that would only make sense to the both of us. I am *ecstatic* to have Brooke standing by my side on one of the most important days of my life. XX: Love you BB ♥
Erin Doyle
Bridesmaid
Erin and I met when Chris and I first started dating in 2014 and instantly became friends. Erin's soon-to-be husband, Mike Hannan, was roommates with Chris. I am forever thankful that during those days at "The Court" (where the boys lived...a basketball court!) I had Erin there for moral support. Erin also introduced me to Alissa Sayles (Bridesmaid bio below!) and we lived together for 2 years before she decided to move to Los Angeles. Despite Erin's physical distance she has always remained a close friend. She is the absolute best at organizing get togethers (like our recent trip to San Diego), giving great advice and overall just being a thoughtful, genuine, kind friend when you need some there to talk to. Everyone needs an Erin in their life, and I'm so grateful she's in mine!♥
Alissa Sayles
Bridesmaid
Alissa and I initially met through Erin Doyle (see Erin's Bridesmaid bio above!) when the three of us decided we were going to live in a house together, little did we know that those 4 years would be some of the most fun and memorable times of our lives. When Erin decided to move to the West Coast after 2 years together Alissa and I stayed together for the remaining 2. During those years we had some of the best memories, from girls night outs, to lazy Saturdays in, and everything in between. Alissa is also my soon-to-be cousin as she is marrying Chris' cousin and best-man, Josh Soper in October 2022. Alissa is one of the most kind and genuine friends you will ever have and I'm so lucky to have her not only as one of my bestfriends but also my family XOXO.
Josh Soper
Best Man
Josh and I have known each other for our entire lives, as he is my first cousin on my mom's side of the family. Growing up together, Josh and I were inseparable. From riding bikes everywhere around Dewitt, to playing basketball and golf, Josh is truly the brother I never had. Josh and I attended Syracuse University together and eventually would go on to living together our last years of college, and for 5 years after at "The Court". It wasn't until we met the LOVES OF OUR LIVES, Alexa and Alissa, that we knew we had to part ways. I'm honored to have Josh as my brother, best friend and best man standing by my side on the day of Alexa and I's wedding.
Tim Hornstein
Groomsman
Tim and I have known each other our entire lives as we are first cousins, on my Dad's side of the family (Haley & Dave's brother). Growing up some of the best memories I have are going over to Tim's house and playing basketball all day in the garage with all of my other cousins. Tim and I were lucky to remain close all throughout college as I went on to Syracuse and Tim was close by at SUNY ESF. Tim currently lives in Houston, TX. Despite Tim's move we talk daily over our shared interest in investing in stocks, sports and current events. I have no doubt that you will be able to find Tim on the dancefloor, drink-in-hand, getting the party started.
Dave Hornstein
Groomsman
Dave and I have known each other our entire lives, as he is my first cousin on my Dad's side of the family (Tim and Haley's brother). Aside from doing everything together growing up with Tim, Dave and Haley- Dave also attended Syracuse University a few years after me. Dave currently works at Horn Companies, our family's real estate business , where Dave is an accomplished leasing agent for many of the properties. Much like his siblings, Dave would be described by his friends as the life-of-the-party. Don't let Dave catch you at our wedding reception sitting down, or he'll be sure to get you up and out of your seat to hit the dance floor. There's no doubt that you will ever catch a dull moment with Dave! He will have you laughing, dancing and singing the night away.
Chase Hornstein
Groomsman
Chase and I have known each other for our entire lives, as he is my first cousin on my Dad's side of the family. As one of the youngest Hornstein cousins, Chase grew up like a younger brother to me. Chase and I both share a love of spending summer weekends together at our lake house's on DeRuyter Lake, fishing, four wheeling, making massive camp fires (the Christmas tree burn is always a fan favorite), and going on late night cruises. Anyone who knows "Chase-Man", knows what a loyal, genuine person he is. One of Chase's "no reason phone calls" are always the best to receive, and his texts to "Have a Great Day" out of the blue, are sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.
Guy Blasi
Groomsman
Guy and I actually knew each other well before I knew Alexa! Guy and I both graduated from CBA in the class of 2007. By chance, I was attending a real estate conference in Vegas when Guy and some other CBA friends of ours were on a vacation there. We met up in Vegas and had a pretty unforgettable time. Years later it wasn't until I met Alexa, realizing that it was Guy's "little sister", lucky for me we had already known each other so it didn't take much convincing that I was right choice for his sister.