Wedding Day

Ceremony

Four Corners Winery

Reception

Our Wedding

We met at The Lakes of Valparaiso back in June of 2022. It was love at first sight (for Alec)! We became really good friends for a couple months and Alec kept pursuing a date which I wouldn't agree to since he had plans of moving to Florida. Clearly, that did not happen and our first date was a White Sox game sometime later that summer. Since that beginning, we have had so many beautiful adventures. We have opened two businesses and a restaurant, moved across the country (twice!) and we have our little pups, River and Bo. Following our first date, we thought what a better way to get to know one another than to take a vacation together! We flew out to Lake Tahoe where Alec asked me to be his girlfriend and a few years later, it's the same place he popped the big question. We are so blessed to have so many wonderful friends and family members. Thank you all for being a part of our story!

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Andy is Alec's brother and the best guy for the job. Unfortunately he will not be DJ'ing our wedding but if you have any music apps at all be sure to stream Unisynth. 

Andrew “Mustard Hand” Emmons

Emily has been the brides best friend for many years. She is a light in this world and for Tatjana, there was no doubt in her mind that Emily was to be her MOH. You'll see her having the time of her life at the wedding!

Emily Carbello 

Zach also known as Mr. Opinion Guy, will give you his opinion on just about anything you need. Don't know if your wedding fit is appropriate? Just ask Mr. Opinion Guy. He and Alec go way back and are currently working on founding Hog Heaven Bourbon. Alec and Zachary's shenanigans are never ending and you'll be sure to see some of them on the day of the wedding!

Zach Loefler

The Kimmy to my Minnie. My childhood best friend into adulthood through many trials and tribulations. The person with the exact same humor as me. Ziomara "Zee" is one of those people you only meet once in life, and you better hold onto her when you know her! 

Ziomara Garcia

Where do we even start with our very own Jackson? An all around good guy. Jackson is one of those people that just genuinely has your best interests at heart no matter what. If the bride and groom need a buddy to hit the Cubs game with, Jackson is the man. Jackson and Alec love to honor their late best friend, Nathan, whenever they are together and reminiscing on old memories. 

Jackson West

Isabella is Andy's girlfriend and has become one of Tatjana's good friends over the years. They have taken family trips together and have a special bond for sure! Isabella is one of the kindest people you'll meet (and organized). She is the queen bee of always having the brides best needs at heart. Need lipstick? She's got you covered. Pictures? Say less. 

Isabella Downing

Sean is one of the grooms Delta Upsilon brothers. He's an irish man and Alec's inspiration for being a Guinness lover. An all around good guy and great golfer! Note : do not ask about John Pork lore.

Sean Baker

Ella is Alec's cousin but basically like a little sister to both the bride and the groom! It would be unjust to leave a gorgeous girl like Ella out of the wedding party. Ella attends IU following in Alec's footsteps and is going for nursing. She is bound to put a smile on anyone's face.

Ella Heiner

Scott is another Delta Upsilon brother of Alec's. Another avid golfer and beer connoisseur. He will play Monkey Type Beat if asked, also do not ask about John Pork lore.

Scott Hetzel

Kayla was introduced to Tatjana through Emily. Kayla is a fitness influencer and is a huge inspiration to Tatjana to get herself in shape LOL. She is one of the kindest people you will ever have the pleasure of meeting, she is also never afraid of having a good time. 

Kayla Rivera

Coming from the bride - John who usually goes by Zurchin will make sure you have a blast at any party. I have heard too many stories about this man for my own good. He was also a member of the Delta Upsilon Fraternity at IU. Because of John's colorful past with Beefaroni, we will have a beefaroni station at the wedding.

John Zurchin

McKenzie also goes by Kenz, she is Zach's woman and the most helpful and sweet being. She's a Swiftie which is the only downfall she really has.. kidding! Being Tatjana's favorite co-schemer left her no option other than asking her to be a bridesmaid!

McKenzie Hall

Big Burr is the grooms good friend. They played ladies softball together on a renowned NWI team. Burris is the bride and grooms personal doctor when they can't foot the hospital bill. If you get an ouchie or a bloody nose at the wedding, just ask Zach to fix it up for you. 

Zach Burris

Super mom Kennedy is one of the brides closest friends. She's as honest as can be which is why they get along so well (if you know you know). She is a mom to two of the sweetest little boys (Colt & Levi) and is always willing to lend a helping hand. 

Kennedy Burris

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Please do NOT show up to our ceremony or reception in anything you would be willing to wear to the grocery store on a busy Saturday afternoon. Ladies, please wear a dress. Gents, please wear a suit.

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Basic Questions and Answers from us to you!

Where is the wedding? The wedding will be at Four Corners Winery in Valparaiso, IN. When is the wedding? If you have not received an invite please reach out, but it will be August 15, 2026. Do I have a plus one with my invite? As long as you notify the bride or groom, it's totally fine! We just have to know to make sure there is enough food and alcohol for everyone. Can I bring my kids? While we absolutely love and adore your children, this will be a child free wedding. Since it is at a winery, there is far too much that could go wrong with having children in attendance. We do hope you understand! What is the dress code? Formal attire. Please no shorts or t-shirts.Women : cocktail or midi/long dresses (no casual sundresses).Men : Dark or light suits. Tie Optional. I am traveling from out of town, where should I stay?We do not have a hotel block at any specific location. Valparaiso and Chesterton are both prime locations for hotels that are close. What food will be served? The food will be catered by Tatjana and Alec's restaurant, Alpen Haus. Will there be alcohol? Yes, of course. Where are you registered? We don't plan on registering anywhere other than The Knot since we already have everything we could need! We will have a card box at the wedding where you are welcome to drop off cash. Can I send a gift to your home? Absolutely! Please contact bride or groom for home address. Can I take pictures during the ceremony? This is an unplugged ceremony. We are paying a photographer a lot of money for our pictures. You may take all the pictures in the world at the reception but for the ceremony, please put all devices away.

Tatjana & Alec

Tatjana & Alec

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