Wedding Party

Briana Nicole Clay

Bride

The bride-to-be! As a guest of our wedding, we would hope you know this young lady but happy to give a recap! Briana was born in 1994 to her loving parents, Kim Park + Todd Clay. She went to school in Aliso Viejo up until moving to Texas in 2010. Graduated LBJ high school in 2012 & then FIDM in 2015. She met Tyler while attending FIDM on a whim and only went to San Diego because her friend had her heart broken. She met Tyler at his house and enjoyed his company but didn't really see anything further than friendship. Little did she know, by the end of the night, he charmed her into getting her number and slowly but surely she fell for him!

Tyler Shane Young

Groom

Here comes the groom! Hopefully everyone recognizes this handsome face and realizes he is half the reason people are coming to this #FinallyYoung wedding. Tyler was born in 1991 in Denver to parents Kellie & Rick Young. He grew up most of his life in Laguna Hills and attended school in this neighborhood all while growing up. Crazy to think his future wife was always only a few streets away from him in Laguna Niguel! 4 years apart, they never crossed paths until the end of Tyler's college years. Crazy about her, shortly after meeting her, he decided to move back home and "find a job" but really wanted to be closer to Bri.

Allison Sage Plette

Maid of Honor

This little firecracker was one of Briana’s first new friendships when moving back home to California in 2013. They worked together at Nordstrom and followed one another to Restoration Hardware. From here they even tried starting a business together! Determination and pushing one another to be their best self is what keeps the friendship so strong after all these years. Ali saw Briana & Tyler’s relationship blossom into what it is today and Briana can remember distinctly (around 4 years ago) when Ali stopped her mid-sentence and said, "I love the way Tyler looks at you." Bri recognized this as her best friend confirming she was making the right choice. Ali is one of their biggest supporters & Briana couldn’t be happier to have her stand by her side as they commit themselves to one another.

Shawn Tyree Christopher Tucker

Best Man

Since day one Shawn was another brother to Tyler. From 6 years old to now, Tyler and Shawn have been best friends. Growing up they were always in each others classes, on the same sports teams, eating pizza quesadillas, and practically lived at each others houses. Shawn has been there through everything and is always the first person Tyler calls with big/exciting news. They went to college in different states but always stayed close. Tyler was Shawn's best man at his wedding and Tyler is stoked to have Shawn as his.

Jenna Anne Barnes

Bridesmaid

Jenna and Briana were best friends in middle school - 6th grade to be exact! They were inseparable and would always have the best time hanging out whether it was dancing to routines or swimming in the pool. They lost touch for a few years but reunited in 2016 at a friend's birthday party. The timing couldn't have been better as it felt like nothing had changed and they picked up right where they left off. Jenna is the best person when it comes to adventure and enjoying the little things. Since reconnecting, Briana feels extremely grateful to have someone like this in their life that pushes them to do different things and make new memories. Their friendship is stronger than ever and since then has been full of amazing moments and experiences.

Cody Weston Stoecker

Groomsman

Cody and Tyler met their second semester of freshman year in college at Point Loma Nazarene University. Being roommates from their sophomore year on, they have been through thick and thin. Cody has always been there, from letting Tyler live on his couch to making sure Tyler got fed when funds were low. Cody has become another brother, most trusted friend, and Tyler is glad to have him as a groomsman.

Jamie Danielle Handley

Bridesmaid

Jamie is Briana's favorite stepsister! They may have not been as close when first meeting at 12 and 13 years old, but that was to be expected as teenagers can be monsters. From this mutual hatred grew a bond that could not be broken. Growing up together, they learned a ton from one another and felt like they had a built in best friend. Some of Briana's fondest memories of their childhood was when they started their own YouTube channel and would literally dance and laugh for hours on hours while their parents were out playing the weekly softball game. They were horrible singers and dancers, but together they felt like they could do anything - be anything they wanted. Sisters by marriage, friends by choice.

Ryan Samuel Young

Groomsman

Ryan is Tyler's older brother. Ryan, being three years older, always made sure to let Tyler know who was the big brother but also looked out for Tyler as they were growing up. Ryan was the football star in high school and Tyler always looked up to and respected him. In recent years, Tyler and Ryan have become best friends and even in different states, always lean on each other for love and support.

Nicole Liane Rusher

Bridesmaid

Briana met this gal at FIDM back in 2013 and were consistently in classes while getting their degrees in Visual Communications. A true friendship sprouted whilst in window display class as they were sharing their hatred for the drive to Los Angeles and all other first-world college kid problems. From here, they both got jobs out of college but disliked how boring the days were. They needed to have a friend at work and knew they had to make it happen! Fast forward a few months and Nic started working for the company Bri was at - their dreams had literally come true (heart eye emoji). Bri + Nic worked together almost three years before Tyler's job moved them down to San Diego. Briana is beyond grateful that they are still just as close and could not imagine life without her!

Woodrow Marvin Wright

Groomsman

Tyler and Woody met in high school at Laguna Hills and became close friends by their senior year. When Tyler moved away for college, they made it a point to stay in contact with one another and hang out every so often whenever they could. Woody has been there since the beginning of Tyler and Briana's relationship and has been there for them when needed.

Monica Alyce Valdez

Bridesmaid

Monica and Briana met toward the end of their senior year at Johnson high school in San Antonio, Texas. They may have not been the best influence on one another, but grew into better people because of it. No matter what, Monica was always there for Briana through every life changing moment and vice versa. They were each others rock and still are to this day - thank God for technology! They have endless memories together and are constantly trying to make new ones every time Briana visits Texas. Their love for one another never faded when separating for college and if anything has only made them stronger because of it. Briana is extremely grateful to have this crazy lady in her life and is beyond excited to have her stand by her side while marrying Tyler!

Nathaniel Michael Pratt

Groomsman

Nathan and Tyler met during Tyler’s 1st year at Point Loma Nazarene University and have been close friends ever since. Nate is also from Orange County so they were able to stay close even after college. Tyler is stoked to have Nathan as a groomsman and knows he can always make any situation an awesome time.

Julia Louise Leckrone

Bridesmaid

Julia and Briana met at a Halloween party in 2016 at their friend's house in San Diego. From here, they grew their friendship into something so much more special. In this short amount of time, they have created a ton of memories (a lot of them include Julia's delicious foods!) and an ever lasting friendship. In the beginning, they were often mistaken for sisters, but realized that they also shared similar pasts - as if their shared experiences made their paths cross. Julia's warm heart and strength are two of the many reasons why she and Briana have stayed so close, and why she was the perfect person to stand up with the bride and groom as they say "I do".

Seth William Jon Patton

Groomsman

Seth and Tyler have been close friends since the college.

Jena Rayne Scarborough

Bridesmaid

Jena is a perfect example that time has no measurement on a true friendship. She and Briana became friends in 2018 but clicked immediately and already have some amazing memories with one another - sharing a love for country music, games, and adventure. In their short time of being friends, they have travelled to Palm Springs while spending most of the time laughing and sharing life stories. They have even gone as far as the Mexico border to fuel their country music cravings. Briana is so blessed to have met this gal and is thrilled to have her stand up with her and Tyler as they tie the knot!

Matthew Jordan Noenickx

Groomsman

Matt and Tyler met when they were on the same basketball team in the 7th grade. They became close friends during their freshman year in high school, again, when they became basketball teammates. Living less than a mile away, they were always at each others houses and were constantly hanging out. Throughout college, they continued to stay close, and made a point to hangout during breaks when they would both come home. Now Matt is living in San Francisco and Tyler loves visiting him - even if it's during a work trip!

Anaiya Marie Tucker

Flower Girl