Glamnuptials: The favors

When we were planning our wedding, the favors had been the subject of quite a big debate. We knew we wanted to offer a donation to the Quebec Breast Cancer Association, but felt that our guests needed to leave with something as well. We wanted to offer something glamorous and these beautiful imported Italian Sparkling Water bottles were just what we were looking for.

We created little cards and DIY pink ribbons with the mention that a donation was made in memory of my grandmother and in honor of my mother, who is a proud survivor. My mother felt so touched by the gesture.

We put all the bottles in a nice design pattern and placed some centerpieces at the end of the table to tie everything in. Plus I had received this awesome Pottern Barn Vintage Movie Projector as a gift and it added that touch of movie our favor table was lacking.

The guests loved our favors and still talk about them today… some even shed some tears! I'm glad we gave back to a cause that was important to the both of us... and hopefully one day, our contribution will have paid off.

Up next: The Mini Moon..


Images taken by Ipi-events
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Previously:
Glamnuptials: Beauty Time
Glamnuptials: Prep Time
Glamnuptials: Our details
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 1
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 2
Glamnuptials: Bride Posing
Glamnuptials: Groom Posing
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 1
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 2
Glamnuptials: The Newlyweds
Glamnuptials: We are Family
Glamnuptials: The first dance
Glamnuptials: Toast time a lot of tears
Glamnuptials: Boogie on Down
Glamnuptials: 3,2,1 and Catch!
Glamnuptials: Le Gâteau
Glamnuptials: The Guestbook
Glamnuptials: Decor Elements
Glamnuptials: Giving our gifts
Glamnuptials: DAS aka Day after Shoot
Glamnuptials: Wedding Movie Trailer
Glamnuptials: Real Wedding Inspiration Board
Glamnuptials: The REAL Budget

Glamnuptials: 3,2,1 and Catch

Though I didn't do many traditional wedding things, the garter toss and bouquet toss were a must. Not because I had too... but because its something I've always looked forward to at my own wedding.

Plus, with the unique Garter I made my new husband.... I had to have him go fish ;)

So I stood on a speaker, turned around to look at the DJ and with a simple nod of the head... he knew it was time to cue the Superman Theme... Yup, that's seriously what played.

No no no.... Hands behind your back Mr.F. Now, Now, no cheating....

I had never seen someone smile as much as Mr.Flamingo did when he discovered the hidden treasure.... a superman garter, HIS superman garter. At that same moment, I saw a confused look on his face

"Am I really throwing this one?" he looked at me, and seemed almost heartbroken.

"No, No... I have a toss garter, that one you keep to add to your superman collection"
and the big smile reappeared quickly on his face.

Catch ...

Next it was the girls turn.... and my oh my were they ever anxious. When the DJ announced that he wanted all the single ladies to come to the dance floor, I felt as though I was at a concert or something... the girls were pushing and shoving :) geez... ladies, its only a bouquet. ;)

The DJ asked all the girls to turn around. (So they wouldn't see where I was throwing the bouquet) I too ... was back to them... so there was no way I was cheating on this one. I was really anxious to see who would catch the bouquets (yup I had 5 mini bouquets)

The DJ told me,"I'll count down to 1... and then you throw" sounds like some easy instructions... well believe it or not, I couldn't wait, and threw them when he said "3" Guess, I'm not good at counting down ;)

I was really happy two of my good friends caught the bouquets... They seriously paraded around with the mini-bouquet and showed it off to everyone. Its only a bogus tradition girls... Yet, I can't help but wonder if the next wedding I will be going to will be one of theirs... LOL

Will you be doing the garter and bouquet toss?
Is there something that you absolutely want at your wedding?

Up next: The Favors...


Images taken by guests
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Previously:
Glamnuptials: Beauty Time
Glamnuptials: Prep Time
Glamnuptials: Our details
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 1
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 2
Glamnuptials: Bride Posing
Glamnuptials: Groom Posing
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 1
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 2
Glamnuptials: The Newlyweds
Glamnuptials: We are Family
Glamnuptials: The first dance
Glamnuptials: Toast time a lot of tears
Glamnuptials: Boogie on Down
Glamnuptials: Le Gâteau
Glamnuptials: The Guestbook
Glamnuptials: Decor Elements
Glamnuptials: Giving our gifts
Glamnuptials: DAS aka Day after Shoot
Glamnuptials: Wedding Movie Trailer
Glamnuptials: Real Wedding Inspiration Board
Glamnuptials: The REAL Budget

Glamnuptials: Boogie on Down!!!

Enough tears had fallen and it was time for the real party to start. Let me tell you.. we did not have any problems with that, the guests were up an dancing even before the DJ cued the official "bust-a-move" music.

The dance floor was packed and we had such a great time. The music kept us on our feet... to the point that I missed a meal or two. Its shows how important great music is to any party... and my DJ did an awesome job!!!

My sisters and I, like to sing along to EVERY song... and with no exception. We aren't good singers but singing while dancing makes it that much more entertaining... so ya, you might see some open mouths or some funny faces in the pictures to come. :)


Of course there were the "must-have" dances:

The Thriller (RIP Michael):

The Suavemente:



The Twist-and-Shout:

and of course the Macarena:


All this dancing resulted in two things...

Lots of drinking and of course....


Taking off your shoes and dancing bare feet... a classic in any party/wedding.

Up next: 3,2,1 and catch!


Images taken by Ipi-events and guests
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Previously:
Glamnuptials: Beauty Time
Glamnuptials: Prep Time
Glamnuptials: Our details
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 1
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 2
Glamnuptials: Bride Posing
Glamnuptials: Groom Posing
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 1
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 2
Glamnuptials: The Newlyweds
Glamnuptials: We are Family
Glamnuptials: The first dance
Glamnuptials: Toast time a lot of tears
Glamnuptials: Le Gâteau
Glamnuptials: The Guestbook
Glamnuptials: Decor Elements
Glamnuptials: Giving our gifts
Glamnuptials: DAS aka Day after Shoot
Glamnuptials: Wedding Movie Trailer
Glamnuptials: Real Wedding Inspiration Board
Glamnuptials: The REAL Budget

Glamnuptials: Toast time with alot of tears

After we finished our first dance and made our way to our seats and heard a little "ching ching." I looked around and saw my father standing up, sweating bullets and trying to keep his cool. I knew from that nervous smile of his, it was time... he was ready to say his speech.

"I want my speech to be perfect" he had told me early that week. "Perfect because you deserve no less" I started tearing up, who wouldn't after those heartfelt words.

I looked at my daddy and instantly all the memories of my childhood, of him and me, flashed before my eyes... and I smiled. I took a deep breath, just as he did and tried to keep the lump in my throat under control.

And he started (originally written in French; translated by me):

"Dear parents, family and friends,
I would like to thank each and everyone of you for being part of this special day, Kelly and Marc-Andres' wedding day.

Dear Kelly,
I look at you today and with my father heart, I will summarize the movie of your life:

From the day you were born I have been touched...
Touched by the memory of the first time I held you in my arms.
Touched by looking at your grow along the years and I am so proud of the woman you've become.
Touched when you took my arm this afternoon and we walked down the aisle together.

And today my dear Kelly, the next scene of your movie arrive, the one about your union, your couple life. You stand beside an exceptional man that I cherish, appreciate and love very much. I wish you both lots of love, happiness and in hopes that I will be moved by becoming a grand-father one day."

Tears steaming down my face, he looked up at me and invited me to join him and dance by his side for our father / daughter dance to the song: In my Daughter's Eyes by Martina McBride. He had chosen this song carefully because he wanted words which represented "US"

In my daughter's eyes I am a hero
I am strong and wise and I know no fear
But the truth is plain to see
She was sent to rescue me
I see who I wanna be
In my daughter's eyes
- Lyrics of In my Daughter's Eyes by Martina McBride

I had not shed a single tear until this moment. I had found a way to keep my cool all through the ceremony and even the first dance... but this was too much. So my father and I cried together while we danced our dance. A very important part of my wedding day...

We looked around and our guests circled us while shedding a tear or two. A mid-way through the song, we invited all fathers to finish the dance with their daughters... simply priceless. Just writing about it makes me emotional.

What was the most emotional part of your wedding day?

Up next: Boogie on down...

Images taken by Ipi-events and guests
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Previously:
Glamnuptials: Beauty Time
Glamnuptials: Prep Time
Glamnuptials: Our details
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 1
Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 2
Glamnuptials: Bride Posing
Glamnuptials: Groom Posing
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 1
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 2
Glamnuptials: The Newlyweds
Glamnuptials: We are Family
Glamnuptials: The first dance
Glamnuptials: Le Gâteau
Glamnuptials: The Guestbook
Glamnuptials: Decor Elements
Glamnuptials: Giving our gifts
Glamnuptials: DAS aka Day after Shoot
Glamnuptials: Wedding Movie Trailer
Glamnuptials: Real Wedding Inspiration Board

Glamnuptials: First Dance

It was perfect, even when tripping in chairs... because we were making our way to the dance floor... for our first dance, something I've been anticipating for as long as I can remember... (Cue Lifehouses' acoustic version of Take me Away)

We decided we were going to do it differently and dance as soon as we were introduced as Mr. and Mrs. Flamingo. We wanted to make sure that both Wes of Film Jones and the our Photographer captured this special moment and officially opened up the dance floor with our first dance.


How to describe the way I felt... speechless doesn't even come close, doesn't do it justice. I didn't cry, I didn't really speak which made it even more magical... I simply smiled looked into Mr.Flamingos eyes and sang along with him to "our song" the one that was part of the "Us" being together, today, getting married. It meant the world to us, to finally associate the words with our union.


"this time, all I want is you, there is no one else, who can take your place" (lyrics from Take Me Away by Lifehouse)
this time... I love you and it's forever...

Up next: Toast time and a little tear …

Images taken by Ipi-events
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Previously:
Glamnuptials : Beauty Time
Glamnuptials : Prep Time
Glamnuptials : Ceremony Part 1
Glamnuptials : Ceremony Part 2
Glamnuptials: Bride Posing
Glamnuptials: Groom Posing
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 1
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 2
Glamnuptials: The Newlyweds
Glamnuptials: We are Family
Glamnuptials : Le Gâteau
Glamnuptials : The Guestbook
Glamnuptials : Decor Elements
Glamnuptials: Giving our gifts
Glamnuptials : DAS aka Day after Shoot
Glamnuptials: Wedding Movie Trailer
Glamnuptials: Real Wedding Inspiration Board

Glamnuptials: We are family

Once we made our grand entrance outside and seeing all our guest enjoying themselves with a little cocktail and hors d'oeuvres, the stress finally disappeared... and we knew it was time to relax, enjoy and savour every moment of our wedding reception.

While guests walked in, they looked for their name on our chandelier tree. I had written their names and the table number but in case they weren't certain I made a seating chart filled with glam clear rhinestones.

It was funny, aligning everyone for the receiving line... it seriously seemed to be the most complicating thing. Who goes where? who's next to who? What order should everyone be placed in ? I have to admit this isn't something I paid much attention too and in the end, it all worked out.

Once everyone seated, we went outside to prepare ourselves. This time around it was to introduce the family and bridal party... the DJ hit the play button and my families were introduced on THE song of all family songs.... "We are Family" Basically this songs says it all, and has been the default song to represent my family, so our wedding was no exception to the rule.




When it was time to introduce us, (aka the newlyweds) we used the oh-so appropriate song "It had to be you" by Harry Connick Jr. from the movie When Harry Met Sally. Once we walked in... we seriously felt like stars with continuous flashes and everyone clapping away. "Make way for the bride and groom" we heard at one point and chairs were literally flying across the room to give us space to walk. LOL

It was perfect, even when tripping in chairs... because we were making our way to the dance floor... for our first dance, something I've been anticipating for as long as I can remember...

Up next: The first dance...

Images taken by Ipi-events and Guest
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Previously:
Glamnuptials : Beauty Time
Glamnuptials : Prep Time
Glamnuptials : Ceremony Part 1
Glamnuptials : Ceremony Part 2
Glamnuptials: Bride Posing
Glamnuptials: Groom Posing
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 1
Glamnuptials: Strike the pose Part 2
Glamnuptials: The Newlyweds
Glamnuptials : Le Gâteau
Glamnuptials : The Guestbook
Glamnuptials : Decor Elements
Glamnuptials: Giving our gifts
Glamnuptials : DAS aka Day after Shoot
Glamnuptials: Wedding Movie Trailer
Glamnuptials: Real Wedding Inspiration Board