On July 16th, 2010 my best friend Kate married her love, Matt Dugas!! Kate made a BEAUTIFUL bride! First, I must tell a little bit of the backstory behind their wedding...Kate was planning a huge Halloween themed wedding for October 29th, 2010 but changed her plans in June after her and Matt bought a home. Once they had the home closing she was pretty eager to move in, so they decided to push up the wedding date so she could do so. With the help of her sisters, her wedding was planned in just over a month! I'm so proud of her for making it happen. It may not have been the huge wedding she had dreamed of as a child or even when she first got engaged, but it was perfect in every way. Just their closest family and friends were there taking part in it and I can honestly say it was just a heartfelt celebration of love, and that's really what it is all about!
The ceremony took place at St. Mary's church in Sewickley, Pa. I had never been to the small church before and I must say it was just darling! White roses in long vases lined the pews up the aisle while white and red roses adorned the alter. Each bridesmaid (Her 4 sisters, Matt's 2 sisters, and her 2 sister-in-laws) wore one of their own personal black dress and carried white calla lilies.
When it came time for vows, Matt went first and Kate followed. Now I've known Kate since we were in 1st grade so I can tell you this much...she is not a cryer, especially over boys - haha! I about lost it when I could hear her choked up as she recited her traditional wedding vows.
The reception took place at "The Fire Escape" in Ben Avon, Pa. The newlyweds walked in to Usher's "OMG" to get the party started. They then shared their first dance as husband and wife. I LOVE this photo I snapped of them :-) 
After their dance the Dugas' cut their delicious wedding cake! It was a burnt almond torte cake from Prantel's Bakery in Shadyside. It's both mine and Kate's favorite cake ever! If you've never tried it, I suggest you do...Prantel's is known for it!
As the night went on the dance floor heated up! We all had so much fun dancing the night away!
My sister Katie and Kate's brother Ted (they are married!) dancing with their unborn baby boy "Teddy"
Kate and her dad dancing to Dean Martin's "Volare"; below is Kate's mom and dad dancing.
Then came time for the bouquet and garter toss...my friend Kelly and I always duke it out to catch the bouquet and ironically we never even come close haha - it always makes for a funny picture though! Congrats to Kate's sister Anne who caught the bouquet...hopefully what they say is true and she will be the next to walk down the aisle :-) 
Matt was hilarious as he got the garter from Kate's leg while Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On" played in the background! He did a little dance for his bride that was so funny! I so wish I got it on video...the pictures will have to do...
The night was capped off by one other memorable moment courtesy of Matt...him serenading Kate to The Dan Band's version of "Total Eclipse of The Heart"...Old School style - lol. I took a video but because there are some cuss words I'm not going to post it. The pictures are pretty priceless though!
The wedding was a blast! Kudos to Kate and Matt for making it happen in such a short time. I think they could easily start a business for weddings on the fly! Congrats you two! I am so happy that you found each other and can't wait to see what the future holds for you :-)
I will end by posting some other pictures from the night...
Me, Jaclyn, Kate, Kelly, Colleen and Kim
My handsome man and I :-) 
I hope you enjoyed "My Best Friends Wedding" as much as I did! 
For as long as I can remember, I've said I wanted an elaborate, over-the-top wedding but Kate's reminded me of what it's really all about- love! It makes you feel a bit crazy for wanting to go all out. All you need is the people who matter near to you! I think I might do the black bridesmaid dresses thing as well someday- I saw it on an episode of Sex & the City and thought it was a nice idea!
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