Wedding Party
Alexi Moreno
Bride
Chaos incarnate. The bees knees. Truly one of a kind. Alexi is a brunch enthusiast and fashion expert. A lover of animals, she is mother to Pitou (Cat) and Mila (Dog). She enjoys cooking, singing karaoke, Justin Bieber, and murder documentaries. Alexi met Chris in their first week at college in 2013. Chris offered her pizza and she was immediately hooked. She played hard to get for a while, but eventually fell for Chris's overwhelming charisma.
Chris Dulin
Groom
Chris has been exposed to so many doctor shows because of Alexi that he's legally a registered nurse and likes to play the long game, college, marriage, ect. As previously stated, Chris lured women in with promises of free pizza. Luckily he asked right girl that first week of college if she was hungry or we wouldn't be here today. Chris enjoys playing video games, spending time with his best friends and brother. Howeve, his favorite pastimes are trying to keep Alexi from bringing new animals into the home and eating spicy food (which would have been a deal breaker). Ohh also he has endured many of nights working as a model for Alexi's countless projects.
Sam Schlinsog
Maid of Honor
Channeling the energy of a newborn giraffe. Sweet as TN whiskey. Crazy cat lady that defines the stereotype (JK-Wifed up) Sam & I met in high school and quickly became best friends! We've laughed until our sides hurt, shed tears through heartbreak and celebrated countless milestones along the way. Even when life took us in different directions and we found ourselves living miles apart, our friendship remained steadfast. Last year I had the honor to stand by her side as she became a wife to one of the best humans I've ever met (Jordan) and I could not be more blessed to have her stand by my side now. To have her unwavering support and friendship is a gift beyond measure, and I am beyond grateful for every moment we've shared and every memory we've created together.
Mitch Dulin
Best Man
Permanent second place to Chris. Younger brother to the groom, Mitch has been become a close friend and confidant with his older brother after almost 3 decades of forced interaction. Although Mitch is a sport nut and hunter (items of little interest to Chris), the brothers shares many other interests and pastimes. They meet up about once a month too participate in shared hobbies to the great joy of their mother.
Magaly Moreno
Co-Maid of Honor
Sister of the bride, family favorite (insert eye roll). Has never known a life before Alexi what a blessing. As sister do, growing up we had the stereotypical relationship with many fights about touching each others things, "no you can't hang out with me and my friends", and "I'm supposed to sing that part". Many laughs and inside jokes later here we are and she is one of my best friends! So many adventures shared together, love for reality tv and good food, and secrets only we know, shape our bond as it is today. Sisters by chance and best friends by choice is an understatement! I am more than lucky that I get to call this amazing lady MY sister.... and I guess now Chris gets to as well.
Thomas Raphael
Groomsman
A modern philosopher, woefully unappreciated in his own time. Thomas and Chris met in middle school, and their friendship solidified early on in their high school career. The pair would frequently hang out during and after school. They participated in robotics and orchestra together and shared a common friend group throughout high school. After high school the pair were roommates for several years, at which time Tom became very familiar with the bride. Their continued friendship is one of the most long-standing and treasured relationships in the groom's life.
Megan Vande Walle
Bridesmaid
Latte connesour, plant mother, fashionista Heiress to Vande Walle chocolates, giving willy wonka a run for his money Megan and I met first week of college! We were on the same floor in the dorms and that year could be found wreaking havoc in some frat basements but it wasn't until she entered the grueling life of an apparel student and I came back from a year away in Cali that we became best friends. It wasn't only the extreme pressure of schooling that brought us together, but it was her caring, loving nature, and perseverance that made me look up to her. Megan always pushes you to be your best self and believes in your when you don't believe in yourself. Even with distance she is always there and I am more than lucky to have such a special person in my life!
Carl Ohvall
Groomsman
An easy man to spot in a crowd. Though Chris and Carl attended the same high school and participated on the same soccer team together, the pair did not become close friends until several years after high school when the pair found themselves employed at the same call center. Over several years of mutual employment the two found they had many common interests and got along well, leading to frequent hangouts outside of work. Carl has been a stalwart and dependable friend to Chris during some the highest and lowest points of his life. Now friends for almost a decade, the pair still hangout frequently both in person and online.
Madeline Bratager
Bridesmaid
Social media manager to her feline daughter @yetitheabominable Her cat has more followers than you! Madeline and I met in college and is 1 of 3 that makes up the apparel ride or die girlies! Maddie, Megan and I went through every grueling and torturous yet amazing moment that led us to our degrees as apparel design majors! Maddie is an adventurer, free spirit and, the best road trip companion! Many a times we can be found having a little happy hour, singing to all the cheesy throwback songs and shoveling each other's cars out a snow storm! The immense love and support she has brought to my life is unimaginable! Gosh am I grateful that fate brought us together in that college classroom because I would not be where I am today without you, and cannot wait to have you by my side on such a monumental moment!
Ines Zaragoza
Mother of the Bride
Dont get to close! That chancla hurts. My mom has always been my biggest cheerleader and also been a voice of reason when needed. She has given up so much for my sister and I and everything I've achieved in life is all thanks to this wonderful woman! She raised me to be the person I am today and taught me to be strong, independent and kind. I love her with all my heart, even though she likes the groom more than she likes me... Love you Ma!