Alexis Bellino is ready to say “I do” to the man of her dreams.
As the countdown continues for her upcoming wedding to John Janssen, the Real Housewives of Orange County alum was treated to a “Wow Before the Vow” celebration with her closest friends.
Guests, including Tamra Judge, Jo De La Rosa and The McBee Dynasty’s Galyna Saltkovska, headed to Truly Blessed Jewels in Newport Beach, California, to raise a glass to the bride-to-be.
“It was about having fun. It meant the world to have my friends here,” Alexis, 48, exclusively shared with Us Weekly on Saturday, August 16. “Truly Blessed Jewels is one of my favorite boutiques in the world and they’re also doing a very special surprise for my wedding.”
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During the event, guests played a game called “What Did the Groom Say?” where participants had to guess how the groom answered questions about his bride.
Family and friends were reminded that John, 62, and Alexis’ first kiss was on a boat after their first meeting at The Quiet Woman restaurant.
“I think it’s pure love,” Tamra, 57, told Us when asked about the couple. “I think John gets a bad rap. I think that people don’t know John was a single dad raising kids and has not been married since his ex-wife and when he met Alexis, he knew immediately that he wanted to get married. When you know, you know.”
From Jo’s perspective, she has never seen her friend “happier” and is “so excited to see her so in love.”
“John treats her so incredibly well,” she explained to Us. “He treats her like a princess. He’s so chivalrous with her.”
Galyna, 46, added, “[John and Alexis] are the cutest. They definitely have chemistry going on. You can see that immediately. … I just love watching them together. They’re a great couple.”
Before Alexis gets married, the Bravo star is gearing up for another special trip to Las Vegas with her fiancé for a “nearlywed party.”
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“Nothing’s traditional,” Alexis said when describing her wedding celebrations. “I wanted more fun, and I’m doing everything non-traditional. We are having one more quick, super fun, tanning me up trip to Vegas. … Be careful, because John and I have talked about maybe popping in front of a chapel, just stirring it up.”
Until then, Alexis is filled with gratitude that her closest friends — especially her Bravo gal pals — continue to celebrate her next chapter.
“I think that shows a true friendship is when you do things off camera,” she said. “Also, it’s not just about the moment being on camera. It’s about the intimate moments behind the scenes too that really make it special.”