Wedding Party
Gulnara Khuzina
Maid of Honor
Yulia and Gulnara have met standing on a line in the US embassy getting a visa, it was 16 years ago! Gulnara is very kind and her love is deep. They grew very close over the years trying to navigate how to live in a country and culture so different from where they came from. Yulia could not have done it without her!
Matthew Berman
Best Man
This is David's older brother. Growing up together they played together, went to summer camp together, traveled together, went skiing together, competed in strategy games together and so much more. These days Matthew enjoys talking about economics, politics and law. He's still playing the big brother role and is always there with useful advice or to lend a hand when family needs him.
Yelena Alpin
Bridesmaid
Yelena and Yulia met at a job where they shared a crazy boss. The boss is long gone, but the friendship stayed! Yulia and Yelena share love and appreciation for the little pleasures in life like getting a coffee or a tasty lunch and a heart-to-heart girl talk. Yulia admires Yelena's way of being excited about life, it is inspiring.
Jacob Lustig
Groomsman
David and Jake met in college when their roommates conspired to introduce them. They share a love for gadgets, computers, puns and of course progressive house music. Over many years Jake and David have shared many laughs. Recently Jake joined David on adventures in Fashion. Ask Jacob about his favorite champagne.
Nicole Safarova
Bridesmaid
Nicole and Yulia used to be roommates, they shared many true New York experiences. Yulia is nostalgic bout them enjoying long strolls in Central Park, conversations about love and life. Nicole is very warm and giving, she has gratefulness for any good done for her and does a lot of good for others.
Carmine Guida
Groomsman
David and Professor Guida have been friends since they were 16. Carmine convinced David to move back to New York and encouraged him to dance to the beat of his own drum. Carmine knows how to enjoy life, connecting people through smiles, laughs, music, and dance.
Sabina Kogorodsky
Flower Girl
Sabina, a daughter of Jacob and Gulnara, is turning 8 this year! She is a ball of sunshine! Sabina has a lot of talents and is the center of attention. She is a phenomenal performer and could easily become a big-shot TV Anker. She is still discovering her love for music, dance, tennis, and she loves to swim! Adorable mermaid!
Jon Solomon
Groomsman
David and Jon are friends since Middle School. Jon is an amazing listener and is first to come back with a quip as he has a lightning-fast wit and a generous laugh. Play 6 degrees of Kevin Bacon with Jon or a game of cards.