Meet The Wedding Party
Bri Ray
Matron of Honor
I met Alana in 10th grade English class in 2014. In my opinion we clicked instantly but I later found out Alana had been scared of me since 7th grade!! Truly though as soon as she was in my eye line as a friend I snatched her up real quick. She is a true friend, the most gentle and loving person I have ever met. Her friendship to me has guided me through many hard times and even the best of times. She is actually the one who convinced me to give my high school boyfriend a chance and ten years later he is my husband and father to our wonderful 3 year old!
Morgan McGhee
Bridesmaid
I first crossed paths with Alana through Travel Lacrosse (Hotlanta), but it wasn’t until freshman year in the best dorm ever—Gordy—that we really started to click. It took me a little while to come out of my shell (shoutout to my awkward shyness), but as time went on, I realized Alana was my kinda girl. Also, beyond grateful to have had Gonzo Bean as the Gordy BF and loved when he would visit, and I swear he feels like another family member. So excited for this next chapter!
Katie Williams
Bridesmaid
I had the privilege of sharing a room with Alana during our freshman year of college, and ever since, she’s been one of my best friends! From those first few months of navigating college life together, we formed a bond that’s only grown stronger over the years. Some of my favorite memories with Alana are the nights we’d get together with the girls—whether it was going out to dinner, playing games at someone’s place, or just catching up and laughing until our stomachs hurt. Alana is one of the most loyal, supportive, and genuine people I know. She’s always there for our friend group, and I know I can always count on her no matter what. She’s the kind of friend who shows up when you need her, and that’s something so special. I’m beyond grateful to call her one of my best friends and can’t wait to continue making even more memories together; including her wedding day!!
Samantha Purpora
Bridesmaid
Alana and I met playing lacrosse when she still wore her “shades” and I refused to use a ponytail holder. Alana and I played defense together so she has dealt with my loud mouth for over a decade, and we made a pretty great duo if you ask me. We both went to Reinhardt University to play lacrosse and we shared a suite where we would dance and laugh until the RA would tell us to be quiet. I could not be more grateful for that year I went to RU, which gave me the opportunity to build this friendship that has only continued to grow even through all our life changes. Alana has been such an intentional and genuine friend of mine all these years, and I could not be more honored to stand by her side on her special day!
Gracie Ontiveros
Bridesmaid
I met Alana through our mutual bestie, Katie. One of our first times hanging out was for a 21st birthday celebration in Buckhead and I think it was the most fun night of our lives. One thing we are always doing is LAUGHING and I’m so grateful for our paths crossing. Alana is such a sweet and genuine friend and I feel so honored to stand by her side on the best day of her life!
Matias Fanola
Best Man
I am Gonzalo’s younger brother and only sibling and has been my buddy ever since we were little kids! As all siblings do, we had scuffles but also a lot of great time together, whether it be hanging out at home, helping each other with life’s struggles, playing video games, or traveling across the country! I’m ecstatic to be Gonzalo’s best man for one of the happiest days of his life and I look forward to many more fun and amazing years with him!
Ken Duong
Groomsman
We met in high school around 2015, through our friend Austin. Our whole friend group liked fashion, anime, and sports so we all clicked instantly. Gonzalo was the first of us to have a car, so we were running that poor thing into the ground for 2 years straight, driving who knows where, to do who knows what almost every weekend. If it wasn’t for that car, we’d probably have a third of the memories we have.
Jordan Penchion
Groomsman
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Andy Zhao
Groomsman
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Ivan Biandji
Groomsman
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