I married my soul mate on June 21st, and we had a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony in my hometown followed by a wonderful reception at Le Belvedere with all of our family and friends. Our photographer, Kaan (KB Productions Canada), did an amazing job of capturing our special day. It was difficult picking only a handful of pics to share from the hundreds we received, but here are a few highlights, enjoy!
 It’s show time! |
 Do I look nervous? 😉 |
 My papa walking me down the aisle. |
 My lovely bridesmaids. |
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Owner, designer and main blogger behind Rabid Reads. Avid book reader, snowboard bunny, video gamer and Supernatural fan. I love all things paranormal, werewolves especially. Oh, and I’m Canadian, eh!
You look beautiful! Congratulations! Looks like it was a perfect day.
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It really was! The only goof was that the wedding officiant made me say my vows twice by accident. No biggie. 🙂
Beautiful pictures! You look lovely and it looks as if you had a great time. I’m so happy for you and for your hubby.
By the way, I love your grand entrance, your father is a very cool dad. 🙂
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Thanks! There was a bit of a delay between when my bridesmaids walked down the aisle, but as soon as the guests heard the Harley they knew what was up. Would you believe that he’s 70??
It looks beautiful! Congrats 🙂
Thank you! I feel so average now sitting on the couch in my yoga pants. LOL
I’m in pyjamas so it’s ok :))
Great pictures. You look beautiful.
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Thanks! I clean up good! 😉
Gorgeous pictures and dress and…everything! Thank you so much for sharing them with us!!
Thank you! I was waiting for someone to comment on my dress.
Cutest post of the day! Your dad is so cool
TY! I’m happy that all of my hard work and planning paid off. And yeah, my dad is quite the character. He asked me if the hat was too much, and I was like no, it’s perfect!
Those picture look amazing and I love your colors 🙂 Many Congrats
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Thanks! Guava is supposed to be the ‘in’ colour this year, so I did good when I picked it last fall. Who knew??
Congratulations! You looked beautiful and it looks like a fun time was had by all!
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Thank you! We got really good feedback after the fact, both from the venue about our families, and our guests.
Such gorgeous pictures! I’m in love with your venue!
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Me too! We didn’t even shop around, it was love at first sight.
Ugh. “soul mate” how sickening. LOL Very pretty pictures.
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Just cuz your newlywed buzz ran out long ago is no reason to rain on my parade!
LOL. I never had a newlywed buzz. Kind of hard to do when you live together before getting married IMO.
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This is true. Life just goes back to normal once the formalities are over with.
Congratulations,Carmel . The wedding pictures are gorgeous ^_^
I’ll meet MY guy someday !!
MEGA HUGS
Thanks! It’s worth taking your time to make sure you find the right one.
I love the pictures! You looked so beautiful. It looked like a great day and that cake was so cute. Congratulations. 🙂
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Thank you! Everyone helped which made it extra special.
Congrats on your big day Carmel! I love how simple and elegant everything was and that color is divine. You looked amazing and your dad is so cute, way to keep it interesting. 🙂
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Thanks! I wanted to elope, and # 1 wanted a big wedding, so we compromised.
Aw gorgeous! What a lovely day <3 Thanks for sharing them with us. So made me smile.
anna (herding cats & burning soup) recently posted…Must Reads! Historical Romance
TY! 🙂 I figured it was a nice post to close out the week.
Congratulations! 😀
Such a beautiful wedding, everything looks amazing, especially your dress and the cake 🙂 Congrats again ..
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Thank you! I tried on SO many dresses before I found the one.
THIS POST IS EVERYTHING. Can I get an amen for that motorcycle?! Carmel, you look so beautiful and happy!! And how stunning is the location?! Is that in Québec?
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The bike was a last minute add, but it worked out well. My dad & I practiced with me sitting side saddle beforehand cuz that dress was h-e-a-v-y. Yup, it’s in Québec. Did the French name give it away? 😉
Beautiful pictures! They are all beautiful, but the one of you getting dressed is really touching. I love that share moment with loved ones, you getting ready for such an amazing beginning.
Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Thanks! That shot is one of my favourites, and you can’t even see anyone’s face.
I love weddings sooo much!! So thank you for sharing these wonderful pictures. I love that you rode in on a motorcycle. My dad rides one .. now he rents one. He was in a pretty bad accident a few years ago but his helmet saved his life! Congrats and enjoy marriage.
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TY! My dad cleaned his bike for the first time in 5 years so I wouldn’t get my dress dirty; he must really love me.
Lovely pics. Cool your sister-in-law made your wedding cake
It was a great way to get her involved while saying us some $ at the same time.
CONGRATULATIONS CARMEL!The wedding pictures are simply stunning and you and your new husband look so happy and beautiful together. Thanks for sharing your special day with us!! 🙂
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Thank you! I was a little late posting these, but RL happens sometimes. 🙂
Wow, so beautiful. Congrats!
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Thanks! I’ve never spent so much time getting ready in my entire life. LOL
Biggest congratulations to both you and the hubby!
The venue where you guys got married looked really lovely and your dress was stunning as were you! Thank you for sharing these shots, Carmel!!
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TY! We’re super happy with how the day turned out, it was fairy tale perfection.
Oh wow you look stunning and it looks like it was a wonderful day!! Congrats Carmel 🙂
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Thanks! I kinda just want to wear my dress around the house now to get more than one day out of it. Hehe
You are gorgeous really and i wish you all the happiness in the world.
thank you for sharing this special day with us too
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Thank you, Miki! I’m not one of those girls who’s been planning her wedding since she was 5, but I’m so glad that I got to experience it.
Lovely photos. Congrats and wishing you much happiness!
TY! I appreciate that. 🙂
Lovely part pictures! Congratulations and may you have a long and happy life together:)
Thanks! That’s the plan!
Congratulations! All the best to you and hubby for a long fulfilling happy life together.
Beautiful photos – thank you for sharing with us :).
Thank you! HEA’s are possible in RL too. 🙂
Ha, yeah, you looked a little nervous. It seems like it has been a very pleasant day! What would have happened if it had rained? You can’t really cancel a wedding, right? O.o And, those pictures, they’re so lovely! Beautiful dress 🙂 Congrats and long live you two! xx
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My hair dresser & make-up artist told me that I was the most relaxed bride they’d ever seen. The venue had an indoor ceremony site too, but it wasn’t nearly as stunning as the cliff side view.
Gorgeous! Congrats! 🙂
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Thank you!
Congratulations and wishing a long and happy life together to you and your husband!! Thanks for sharing photos of your special day. Your Dad is so hip.
Thanks! A wedding is a once in a lifetime thing *knocks on wood* and I’m thrilled to be able to share my special day with everyone.
I’m so glad to see your pictures finally. 🙂 Looks like it was a wonderful day for a wedding and you looked gorgeous!
I haven’t even gotten my thank you cards printed yet. FAIL. Hehe
Mine were crazy late going out (like 6 months I think).
Good to know! I’m only at 3, so I don’t feel as bad now. Hehe
Congratulations again on your wedding! You look stunning, and what a beautiful day it was, everything looked perfect!
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TY! It was SO much work, but it all paid off in the end.
Congrats and you look beautiful! The pics turned out great too!
Thanks! It really sucks going back to reality after a fairy tale day, and a week long honeymoon though. Heh
Wonderful wedding pictures, and I love your dress! The motorcycle was such a fun idea, and I loved that your dad was up for that! Congratulations on finding your soul mate 🙂
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Thank you, Lorna! We didn’t rent a special day of ride, so I wanted to do something different for my grand entrance. My dad is still talking about it.
Wow, you look absolutely beautiful Carmel and you guys look so happy! I always love seeing wedding pictures, they bring a tear to my eye and they are completely beautiful. I’m so glad you had perfect weather as well. Congratulations to the new Mr and Mrs Carmel!
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Thanks! I was so proud that I didn’t cry once, the closest I came was during my sister’s speech.
Gorgeous photos, wonderful couple and a lovely cake, Carmel! Congrats to you both!!!! So very happy for you! xxx
TY! I’m glad that you enjoyed the pics, it’s a nice change from werewolf book reviews. LOL
Congratulations, Carmel! You both look absolutely stunning, and the pictures are awesome, thanks so much for sharing 🙂 I love that you arrived on a motorcycle – that’s a very nice touch with you in side-saddle behind your dad.
It looks like the perfect day, I hope you will have many more of those as a married couple 🙂 *hugs*
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Thank you! Everyone was so worried that my dress was gonna get caught in the wheels. That would have been a disaster!
Awww! Beautiful pictures Carmel! You looked amazing 🙂
Again, congratulations! I wish you a very happy life together.
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Thanks, Loupe! Next step, baby making. 😉
OMG OMG OMG OMG congrats Carmel! Such lovely pictures, and you look beautiful!! I love how intimate the wedding looks! And you’re such a badass on that motorcycle!! Love it!
(PS doesn’t it feel good to have it over? I got married at May and I have never felt lighter these past months. Haha).
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TY! 🙂 It was an amazing experience, but you’re so right about being glad it’s over. No more deposits, meetings or stress.
Oh my gosh! Those are some great photos! I LOVE IT! You were such a beautiful bride. Your venue – breath taking. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful moment! LOVE IT. Made my night.
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Thanks, Jessica! I was so nervous leading up to it, but on the day of I was as cool as a cucumber. I guess it helps when you know that you picked the right man.
Oh my gosh, how gorgeous! It looks like it was a beautiful day.
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Thank you! It was, I started obsessively checking the weather forecast as soon as the long range one was available.
Congratulations Carmel! your day looks beautiful and how stunning are you!!
Beautiful photo’s 🙂
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Thanks, Sharon! The dress was perfect for me, so after I found it the rest was easy. 😉
Awww, such gorgeous pictures, Carmel! Congrats to you and your new hubby, and best wishes for a lifetime of happiness together!
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TY for the congrats and well wishes!
You are a lovely bride, Carmel. 🙂 Congratulations and thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures from your special day.
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Thank you! I have soooo many pics, I couldn’t NOT share at least a few. Hehe
Beautiful pictures-thanks so much for sharing them (and I love your bridesmaid dresses!!).
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Thank you! My girls were surprisingly easy to please, one store and done.
Congrats! Such a lovely wedding. And you look beautiful!
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Thanks! It was one of the best days of my life.
Congrats! Thanks for sharing your photos. It looks like it was a wonderful day. Yea!!
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TY! I never in my wildest dreams would have ever imagined that it would turn out as good as it did.
Aw, congratulations!! Gorgeous pictures and I love your dress!
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Thank you! I got a great deal on it too which was even better.
Congrats! You photos are beautiful!
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Thanks! Kaan did good!
Such lovely photos!! Love that cake 🙂 Congrats again hon!
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Thank you! We saved the top tier for our one year anniversary. 🙂
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You look so beautiful and happy! Wishing you and yours many years of love and blessings, today and forevermore. Big hugs!!!
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Thanks hun! I’m happy that things are finally back to normal mind you. Planning a wedding is A LOT of work.
Looks like the perfect wedding day! Congrats!
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