Tysha & Donato
The "GetRicciWitIt" Wedding Party
Ngozika
Maid of Honor
Miss PhD/ clothing Designer and all around badass business minded friend SAID YES! to yet one more function I'm dragging her to,LOL. But this time I'll let her off the "create something for me to wear" hook..maybe;-) She's been such an inspiration, confidant, turn up and hallelujah to me over the years. I'm so happy she can stand beside me for yet one more of my life's journeys. Boy do we have more places to go together!
Silke
Bridesmaid
I call her my good "E" (E for Energy!) high on life and always full of it. The glass is always half full and there is always fun to be had in the experience. We've shared that amazing stage energy in performance and the personal conversations of our journeys. Nothing is out of her reach and that mindset has encouraged me continuously. She SAID YES! to sprinkle that sexy, all encompassing energy on my special day.
Ronika
Matron of Honor
Patience, Poise and Beauty take form in this former model turned momma bear and restauranteur. We met on the set of a photoshoot 11 years ago and it’s been thick as thieves ever since. Busy momma & entrepreneur but we still always manage to pick up right where we left off. I'm so happy she SAID YES! to my request to continue showing up for each other even if it means half way crossed the world.
Denise
Bridesmaid
Oldest sissy to my Hubby to be! and a ball of love, fire and life. Meeting Denise on my first trip to Sicily was awesome. She made me feel very comfortable, welcomed and was genuinely interested in the woman that was holding her brothers hand. Not knowing Italian very well made me feel limited however, her English being well, helped me feel comfortable and able to communicate, as we all know I love to do! LOL Our outings were full of fun. Our conversations about goals and dreams further elevated our relationship. I'm so happy she SAID YES! along with me on this journey.
Giada
Bridesmaid
Youngest sister to hubby to be, Giada is a little boss firecracker who knows what she wants and stands firm in her truth. Her carefree energy to be who she is unapologetically is an instant draw. Oh and her passion and expertise in cosmetic and beauty are superb ( she got this momma feeling spicy a time or two ;-) Im happy she SAID YES! to being right there with me for anything on my special day.
Violeta
Bridesmaid
Well let me just start by saying this meeting was yet another one of God’s ordered steps for my tribe-vibe. Inseparable every since an its amazing to have her there helping me along the journeys she's already encountered. We have seen each other in many stages in life. Growing and glowing together. I was even there when she met her "Mr. Wonderful" hubby and there beside her for her special day. We've shared tears of joy and despair. Thank you for saying YES, V!
Jeremy
Best Man
We meet in 2008 at Starbucks and quickly became friends and later housemates. As one of my best friends and “brotha from another mother” we share the passion for sports and Mary J. That combo brought us to countless crazy adventures, some of which we are not proud of lol. He's been there for support since day one. Jeremy is an actor and fit martial artist/stunt man.
Carmelo
Best Man
Carmelo is my step brother and we know each other since we were kids. We used to play soccer in the parking lot of our city where we share several adventures. My relocation to the U.S.A didn’t allow for us to spend much time together, but every time we are together we always have a blast. Our relationship as adults is full of appreciation for the man that we've become. We share our passion for soccer, our city and good food.
Luca
Groomsman
Luca is my first sibling. He and I got to spend most of our childhood together. Although we have a good difference in age, I made sure to make him part of my playtime growing up. After leaving for the states, it was 5 years before I made it back home. I was definitely shocked to find my brothers all grown up ready to get in all the adult shenanigans, and let me tell you…. We caught up real quick. Luca is a genius by nature, with his many skills and his out going personality he has done it all, tattoo artist, bartender, and any kind of Manual labor. We share the passion for good booze, soccer and fishing, of which he is a master at as well.
Francesco
Groomsman
Francesco is also my step brother and younger brother to Carmelo. He was always in the mix growing up, younger but feisty in the character. With 'Cesco we spend countless nights playing cards, something that we both love. Francesco is a master Plummer and loves fishing as well.
Antonio
Groomsman
My brother Antonio, second oldest after Luca is the closest to me personality wise. We talk frequently and enjoy each others company very much when together. We share the same sense of humor and the passion for good food. He is the brotha that calls for advice and listens before talking which as older brother I appreciate very much. Antonio is a skillful pastry chef and very handy with a variety of construction skills. Cards and food is where we find common ground and take it to another level.
Mirko
Groomsman
The little brother, that has grown. Growing up we didn’t have the chance to spend much time, but we try to catch up every time I’m at home. Like all millennial we share different thoughts, but he has that drive that makes me proud. When life punches down He sure knows how to punch it back. Video games and hip-hop music are some of the things we find common ground. Just like me at his age he is trying to find his place in the world but whatever he does he excels.
Angelo Lee Ricci
Ring Bearer
No introduction needed:-)
Giorgia Verdone
Flower Girl
The daughter of Best Man, Carmelo and his wife Jessica.