Nicole & Graeson
Wedding Party
Natalie Abou-Chakra
Maid of Honor
Natalie is Nicole's older sister, although commonly mistaken for her younger sister, and growing up they were often mistaken as twins (until Nicole had a growth spurt). Natalie is one year older, and they have been best friends since birth. Growing up, Natalie taught Nicole so much and she has always looked up to her.
Austin Matevosian
Best Man
Austin is Graeson's younger, and only brother, and one of his best friends. Graeson loved growing up with a little brother who he could play sports with, play with, work on cars with and be his forever buddy.
Alison Chavez
Bridesmaid
Alison is Nicole's oldest sister. Although 8 years apart in age, they are very close friends and very similar in many ways! Nicole feels lucky to have had an older sister who showed her how to use make up and even drove her and her friends out to lunch or the mall.
Henrik Matevosian
Groomsman
Heno is Graeson's cousin. Since moving here from Armenia 20+ years ago they have been very close. They share a love for cars and real and remote control. Heno has also been adopted into Nicole's family and Campland group! No matter what you are doing, if Heno is around, you know its a good time!
Karina Abou-Chakra
Bridesmaid
Karina is Nicole's baby sister. Although younger by 5 years, Nicole looks up to Karina for many reasons and loves having her as not just a sister but one of her friends.
Teddy Matevosian
Groomsman
Teddy is Graeson's younger cousin. They share many similar hobbies, cars being the main one. Although they are cousins, Graeson considers Teddy to be a brother to him.
Myrna Aboudiab
Bridesmaid
Myrna and Nicole have been friends since Myrna was born, thanks to their parents being close friends. Nicole often refers to Myrna as a sister, and could not imagine life without her!
Weston Werntz
Groomsman
Weston is Graeson's cousin. Weston is one of the best people Graeson and Nicole have ever met, and they feel so lucky to call him family!
Chelsea Lawrence
Bridesmaid
Chelsea is one of Nicole's best friends. Nicole and Natalie met Chelsea when they were maybe 8 years old and playing soccer for AYSO. The three continue to stay best friends through high school. Nicole and Chelsea attended Glendale Community College, and Arizona State University together. Chelsea is an honorary Abou-Chakra sister and loved by the whole family!
Varand Matevosian
Groomsman
Varand is Graeson's cousin and growing up was like another little brother to Graeson. They both share the same passion of music, cars and travel.
Brianna Nuanez
Bridesmaid
Brianna is one of Nicole's best friends. The two met in high school through mutual friends and have stayed very close. They have so much in common, and share obsessions of Disneyland, Star Wars, and love for dogs. Nicole and Brianna are most likely to be found on the dance floor, singing their hearts out or eating dessert!
Nizar Abou-Chakra
Groomsman
Nizar is Nicole's younger brother, and youngest of the 5 siblings. Nizar and Graeson hit it off as friends since day one. They remain very close friends and Graeson loves having him as another younger brother.
Nicolette McIntyre
Bridesmaid
Nikky is Graeson's cousin. Nikky lives in Hawaii but from the day Nicole met Nikky, she knew she was her favorite of the cousins!
Sammy Jouglet
Groomsman
Sammy is one of Graeson's best friends. They met at Eagle Rock High School and have remained best friends. Sammy moves often because of work, but the two stay connected and talk almost daily.
Maddalena Pollizzotto
Bridesmaid
Maddalena is one of Nicole's best friends. They met a few years ago through Brianna. Coincidentally, Nicole was close with Maddie's sister in middle school and high school, and Nicole is so thankful that she met Maddie and they have become best friends. They have so much in common, and love double dating!
Shadeed Hassan
Groomsman
Shadeed is one of Graeson's best friends. They met while playing football for Humboldt State University. They became roommates in Humboldt and have stayed best friends since.
Olivia Granata
Bridesmaid
Olivia is one of Nicole's best friends. When Nicole was in 8th grade, Natalie has friends over for her birthday party, and that is where Nicole met Olivia. They became best friends instantly. Whether it was going out, tanning by the pool or taking art class together, they always have the best time.
David Burgos
Groomsman
David is Graeson's best friend. They met in high school and have been best friends since. When the two are together they always have the best time, and almost always get into very deep conversations.