Maid of Honor
Ash and I were roommates our senior year at UNC Chapel Hill and I immediately knew she'd be a friend for life. She has been my constant rock through all the changes life has brought and I truly couldn't picture anyone else standing right beside me on my wedding day. Ashtyn is unbelievably kind and compassionate and also has the most incredible style of anyone I know!
Best Man
If you're looking for a true day one, you'd be hard pressed to find a better example than Dave Ciampa. Dad has set the example my entire life for having a hard work ethic, being a loyal friend, and being committed to a loving marriage. He's also where I get my affinity for killer puns, which Allison LOVES. It's an honor to have him as my best man.
Bridesmaid
Madeline has always been more like a sister or best friend rather than a cousin growing up. That only became even more true once we were at college together. While there are far too many funny stories and memories to share from our time at UNC, I know that the best is yet to come. Here's to more rainy walks with broken umbrellas!
Groomsman
Mike was the classic older brother going up. We'd duke it out at just about everything (and I'd lose most of the time), but at the end of the day he was a great older brother to have who always took time for me when I needed him. Now being able to visit him and his own family has brought us even closer and I'm so thankful to have him as another role model in my life. He's also always sending me Star Wars prequel memes, which isn't something you come across every day.
Bridesmaid
I have been beyond lucky to have Arianna as my cousin my entire life, but even more so I've been lucky to call her one of my closest friends. We always joke that growing up, I was the wanna-be triplet to Madeline and Arianna. While that unfortunately can never actually be true, I am so thankful to always have Arianna in my life. She is easily the most creative person I know and I'm always in awe of her talent!
Groomsman
Joe and I met at a California Pizza Kitchen, so needless to say we started out on the right foot. He welcomed me with open arms and played a huge part in me feeling right at home with Allison's family, which is something that I'll never take for granted. One thing is for sure, I'm looking forward to plenty of craft brews shared with my future brother-in-law!
Bridesmaid
I cannot wait to officially be able to say that I have a big sister! Funny enough, despite living in Florida, Nan was the first Ciampa I met after Nick and I started dating. Since then, I've loved all our evening catch up phone calls and late-night cart rides at Bald Head Island in the summer. She has always made me feel like family and I can't wait for it to be official.
Groomsman
The story of me and Pat Jahn goes all the way back to Martin Middle School. We hit it off instantly and even though we went to separate high schools we stayed good friends and eventually were roommates for all four years at UNC. He's one of the people I know best in this world to the point of knowing his house cleaning soundtrack (Robin Thicke's Blurred Lines on repeat, for the record). Pat is quite the character in the best way, but he's even more of a genuine friend.
Bridesmaid
Alison and I met my freshman year at UNC in Davis Library (yikes..) studying for final exams. We have come quite far since those days, and in all those years she has become one of my best friends. Al is always down for the next adventure, great meal or quiet day at home and honestly, what more could you ask for?! It doesn't hurt that our pups are the best of friends, too :)
Groomsman
I met Grant shortly after he transferred to UNC from Iowa State during his sophomore year and I'm so glad he did. G and I instantly bonded through pickup basketball and the rest is history. Since graduating school he's stayed local despite being from (just outside of) Chicago and our dogs bonding has allowed us to spend so much more time together that I'm extremely grateful for. If you see him at the wedding, be sure to ask him for a shot of Malört.
Bridesmaid
Colleen and I met while working together at IMG College in downtown Winston-Salem. Our daily walks to Camino Bakery and trips to the Mast General Store for candy are honestly some of my absolute best memories. Despite now living in different states, Colleen is still one of my closest friends and understands me like no one else. I don't know what I would do without her!
Groomsman
Graham and I met in high school and instantly connected as great friends. He did his part in convincing me to try out for the basketball team, and I did the same for him trying out for the golf team. We both made each team and became much closer, which I was extremely grateful for. All these years later we still get to do both together frequently! Graham is always there to provide a good laugh and tell you one outrageous story after the next.
Bridesmaid
Emily and I met because of our boys - Nick and Alex, her fiancé, have played golf together since middle school. When we first met, I was hopeful that we would somewhat get along knowing how close the boys are, but little did I know that we would soon become beyond close and share so many things. I can always count on Em to share my love of coffee trips, Target runs & the Jonas Brothers!
Groomsman
Alex shares my propensity for being a golf nut through and through. From the hundreds of rounds we've played together since meeting in middle school at golf camp he's become more than just a playing partner; he's become a true friend. Off the course we share a very similar sense of humor through our endless quotes from big shows like The Office and niche comedy like Summer Heights High. There aren't many certainties in life, but me and Alex on the golf course is definitely one!
Bridesmaid
Ashley and I met soon after I moved to Cary. Her then-boyfriend and now-husband (ahh!) Trent had been a good golfing buddy of Nick's for a couple years at that point, so I was so excited to finally meet her. And trust me when I say I was not disappointed! Ashley is honestly one of the funniest people I know and never fails to make me laugh, but she's also one of the kindest people I know. She's always down to talk dogs and reality TV with me, and I'm so thankful for her friendship!
Groomsman
I met Trent just a few years ago at Pinehurst and promptly lost about $30 to him in a single day at the par three course on premises. What may be most impressive is that he decided to stay on friendly terms with me while I took 6 months to pay that debt back. Trent is another thoroughbred golf nut and was also the reason that Allison and I fell headfirst into Formula 1 racing last year. It helps that he's also one of the most hilarious people I know, too.