Wedding Party
Anastasia Simmons
Maid of Honor
AKA Starshine, seester, sister bear, Annie is the definition of best friend forever. She has always looked out for me and taken her role as big sister as a top priority and because of that I am who I am today. I have learned so much from her, from fashion sense, common sense, 95% of my music taste, and SO much more. Everyday I see the strength of our mother through her and together they inspire me to be better. You can thank her for being my support system while planning this wedding and making sure it goes off without a hitch.
Christian Mena
Best Man
My older brother who played a huge role in raising me and shaping who I am today. Also goes by "Mena" within our family for as long as I can remember. Pretty sure I started it because he shares the same name as our dad, just spelled differently, but who knows! (it was definitely me) He's looked out for me my entire life and has been my "Best Man" way before I got engaged.
Olivia
Bridesmaid
Olivia is my younger cousin but I have always thought of her as my “long distance sister”. She is fearless, bold, and not to mention certified brilliant. We grew up together through visits to GPat (Grandma Pat) and the whole Burns family. No trip was complete without some combination of a trip to the Omniplex, Roman Nose State Park, and don't forget, almost daily Sonic snacks. With 4 brothers, Olivia could stay calm in the middle of a hurricane, or more likely, an Oklahoma tornado.
Jeffrey
Groomsman
Jeff, my cousin, has been like a brother to me with a little more distance involved. We both were born in Los Angeles and moved to Houston at about the same time, we both grew up together as family and friends. Plenty of time may go in between us seeing each other, because life gets in the way, but we can always kick it like we were just together yesterday!
Camilla
Bridesmaid
Camilla and I met while in a design studio during our very first semester of architecture school. I remember thinking on the first day of class “who is this incredibly fashionable woman?” Little did I know six years later we would have been there for eachother through every academic milestone, finding our first career jobs, and still talking everyday. Her energy is seemingly endless and she’s harnessed it to have her own photography business and stay active in local theater throughout college and even after graduating. Camilla, you are an actual star.
Eddie
Groomsman
My boy Eddie and I have been best of friends since we met in 6th grade. From studying together, to wanting to go to the movies for what seemed like every movie that came out, we did it all and have stayed close even when we went to different colleges. His love of TV and movies led him to study and obtain a degree in film. And apart from being a groomsmen, he'll also be our videographer for the wedding!
Lindsey
Bridesmaid
Lindsey was my rock while studying abroad in Barcelona and has kept me down to earth ever since. I can’t even count the amount of belly aching laughs she has brought to me. Since meeting we’ve found we have a startlingly amount of things/interests/ in common, it's spooky. Lindsey has an innate ability to go from goofy to one of the most professional workers you’ve met without breaking a sweat.
Tai
Groomsman
Another old bestie, Tai and I have known each other since elementary school and even went to Texas A&M School of Engineering together. It's crazy to think back on how both of us have grown since meeting and even crazier to think how we've stayed such close friends the entire time. If I wasn't studying, chances are I was chilling or partying with Tai and the gang. Including him in our wedding was an obvious choice!
Teresa
Bridesmaid
My sister in-law without the paperwork (that's a hint @Chrisian Mena), Teresa has brought joy and laughter to my life for years now along with her beautiful daughter Sophia. Her strength and work ethic never cease to amaze me. Having family movie nights together are always the highlight of my week. Teresa is the breath of fresh air in any room and always helps calm any nerves I may have without even knowing it.
Ryan
Groomsman
I'm pretty sure Ryan is my oldest friend having met him as soon as I moved to Houston when I was 8. Having the biggest personality of anyone I know is sometimes a blessing and sometimes a curse, but no matter what, you know it'll be fun! I couldn't have a party without making this guy one of the stars. I can't wait to celebrate with you bud!