These Big Day Moments Are What Weddings Are All About

These Big Day Moments Are What Weddings Are All About
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By Kellee Khalil for Lover.ly

Your wedding ceremony is the very heart of your wedding. It’s full of some of the most meaningful moments -- walking down the aisle to your beloved and seeing his or her reaction for the first time, reciting your vows, and (finally) being pronounced newlyweds -- and there is no greater source of inspiration than a real wedding. We adore each and every one of the real wedding ceremonies featured on Lover.ly, but we’ve managed to choose a few awe-inspiring favorites. Take a peek!

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First Look Photos
Stephanie & Kenneth(01 of75)
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Stephanie and Kenneth let their bridal party join in on the first look.Related: How to Choose Your BridesmaidsPhoto Credit: Taylored Photo Memories
Stephanie & Kenneth(02 of75)
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Related: Real Couples' Favorite Wedding-Day MemoriesPhoto Credit: Taylored Photo Memories
Stephanie & Kenneth(03 of75)
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Related: 7 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding with PhotographyPhoto Credit: Taylored Photo Memories
Stephanie & Kenneth(04 of75)
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Related: 30 Fun Bridal Party PhotosPhoto Credit: Taylored Photo Memories
Kait & Jade(05 of75)
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Jade covers his eyes to add even more anticipation before the big reveal.Related: How to Spend Time Together Before the Ceremony — Without Seeing Each OtherPhoto Credit: Benj Haisch Photography
Kait & Jade(06 of75)
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Photo Credit: Benj Haisch Photography
Kait & Jade(07 of75)
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Photo Credit: Benj Haisch Photography
Kait & Jade(08 of75)
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The bridesmaids sneak peeks from below. Related: 30 Fun Bridal Party PhotosPhoto Credit: Benj Haisch Photography
Rachel & Conan(09 of75)
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Rachel and Conan share one last hug before seeing each other.Photo Credit: April + Paul
Rachel & Conan(10 of75)
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Related: 50 New Must-Have Photos with Your GroomPhoto Credit: April + Paul
Rachel & Conan(11 of75)
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Conan fights back tears as he sees how radiant Rachel looks.Photo Credit: April + Paul
Rachel & Conan(12 of75)
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Related: Real Couples' Favorite Wedding-Day MemoriesPhoto Credit: April + Paul
Rachel & Conan(13 of75)
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Related: 7 Ways to Surprise Your Groom at the WeddingPhoto Credit: April + Paul
Rachel & Conan(14 of75)
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Related: Your Wedding-Day Shot ListPhoto Credit: April + Paul
Kate & Kyle(15 of75)
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Kyle’s jaw drops when he sees Kate.Photo Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Kate & Kyle(16 of75)
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Related: 50 New Must-Have Photos with Your GroomPhoto Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Kate & Kyle(17 of75)
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Related: The Most Popular Wedding PhotosPhoto Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Danaea & Mike(18 of75)
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Mike looks elated upon seeing Danaea walking down the street.Related: 100 Ideas for Winter WeddingsPhoto Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Danaea & Mike(19 of75)
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Related: 100 Ideas for Winter WeddingsPhoto Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Danaea & Mike(20 of75)
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Related: 100 Ideas for Winter WeddingsPhoto Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Danielle & Kyle(21 of75)
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Kyle nervously waits behind a door for Danielle. See more from this wedding.Photo Credit: Disney Fine Art Photography & Video
Danielle & Kyle(22 of75)
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The couple shares a quiet moment before turning around. See more from this wedding.Photo Credit: Disney Fine Art Photography & Video
Danielle & Kyle(23 of75)
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Sheer joy crosses both of their faces upon seeing each other. See more from this wedding.Photo Credit: Disney Fine Art Photography & Video
Lauren & Jason(24 of75)
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Jason can’t believe his eyes when he spots Lauren.Photo Credit: Charlie Juliet
Lauren & Jason(25 of75)
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Photo Credit: Charlie Juliet
Lauren & Jason(26 of75)
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Related: The Most Popular Wedding PhotosPhoto Credit: Charlie Juliet
Lauren & Jason(27 of75)
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He’s so wowed that he takes a lap around Lauren to check out her gorgeous gown.Photo Credit: Charlie Juliet
Lauren & Jason(28 of75)
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Photo Credit: Charlie Juliet
Sara & Mike(29 of75)
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Mike gets a little giddy as Sara approaches.Photo Credit: Jacob Arthur Photography
Sara & Mike(30 of75)
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Related: 50 New Must-Have Photos with Your GroomPhoto Credit: Jacob Arthur Photography
Sara & Mike(31 of75)
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Photo Credit: Jacob Arthur Photography
Renee & Brett(32 of75)
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A huge grin crosses Brett's face when he turns around.Photo Credit: Ventola Photography
Renee & Brett(33 of75)
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And then the tears start streaming!Photo Credit: Ventola Photography
Renee & Brett(34 of75)
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Brett’s emotional reaction takes Renee by surprise.Photo Credit: Ventola Photography
Renee & Brett(35 of75)
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Photo Credit: Ventola Photography
Rosa & Doug(36 of75)
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Doug feels like the happiest man in the world upon seeing Rosa.Photo Credit: Julie Pepin Photography
Amanda & Brett(37 of75)
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Amanda and Brett didn’t plan on having a “first look” moment. After getting ready in separate rooms, he knocked on her door to ask a question. When she opened it, his jaw dropped!Photo Credit: Sarah Culver Photography
Jen & Moe(38 of75)
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Moe can’t control his massive smile when he sees Jen.Photo Credit: Brandon Kidd Photography
Jen & Moe(39 of75)
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Related: The Most Popular Wedding PhotosPhoto Credit: Brandon Kidd Photography
Carrie & Chip(40 of75)
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Chip’s face lights up when his beautiful bride approaches.Photo Credit: Allyson Wiley Photography
Carrie & Chip(41 of75)
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Photo Credit: Allyson Wiley Photography
Janelle & Dennis(42 of75)
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Photo Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Janelle & Dennis(43 of75)
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Janelle isn’t afraid to show how thrilled she is to be marrying Dennis.Photo Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Damaris & Donald(44 of75)
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After checking out her beautiful dress, the couple shares a warm embrace.Photo Credit: Jasmine Star Photography
Sonya & Eric(45 of75)
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Even a tough former football player like Eric Barton can get a little teary-eyed on his wedding day.Photo Credit: Jasmine Star Photography
Jody & Shannon(46 of75)
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Both Jody and Shannon are overcome by emotions.Photo Credit: Jasmine Star Photography
Cindy & Jelani(47 of75)
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Jelani’s awestruck expression makes our hearts melt.Photo Credit: Jasmine Star Photography
Laura & Adam(48 of75)
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Adam dissolves into happy tears when he sees Laura.Photo Credit: Jasmine Star Photography
Jess & Preston(49 of75)
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Jess anxiously awaits Preston’s arrival.Related: 100 Ideas for Winter WeddingsPhoto Credit: Two One Photography
Jess & Preston(50 of75)
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Related: 100 Ideas for Winter WeddingsPhoto Credit: Two One Photography
Jess & Preston(51 of75)
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Jess approves!Related: 100 Ideas for Winter WeddingsPhoto Credit: Two One Photography
Jill & Jordan(52 of75)
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This couple can’t stop smiling as the anticipation builds.Related: 7 Ways to Surprise Your Groom at the WeddingPhoto Credit: Husar Photography
Jill & Jordan(53 of75)
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Photo Credit: Husar Photography
Jill & Jordan(54 of75)
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Photo Credit: Husar Photography
Jill & Jordan(55 of75)
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Photo Credit: Husar Photography
Jill & Jordan(56 of75)
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Related: 50 New Must-Have Photos with Your GroomPhoto Credit: Husar Photography
Katherine & Ted(57 of75)
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Katherine plans a sneak attack on Ted.Related: 7 Ways to Surprise Your Groom at the WeddingPhoto Credit: Maria Angela Photography
Katherine & Ted(58 of75)
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Ted’s jaw drops when he spots Katherine.Photo Credit: Maria Angela Photography
Katherine & Ted(59 of75)
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Photo Credit: Maria Angela Photography
Lisa & Benny(60 of75)
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Lisa makes a grand entrance down the venue’s cascading staircase.Photo Credit: Pickerill Creative
Lisa & Benny(61 of75)
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The bridal party shares in the couple’s enthusiasm.Related: 30 Fun Bridal Party PhotosPhoto Credit: Pickerill Creative
Melissa & Cory(62 of75)
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Cory can’t wait to see his beautiful bride.Photo Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Melissa & Cory(63 of75)
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Photo Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Melissa & Cory(64 of75)
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Photo Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Rebecca & Felipe(65 of75)
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Pure joy crosses Felipe’s face when he turns around.Photo Credit: Blink of an Eye Photography
Rebecca & Felipe(66 of75)
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Photo Credit: Blink of an Eye Photography
Rebecca & Felipe(67 of75)
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Photo Credit: Blink of an Eye Photography
Sarah & Evan(68 of75)
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Sarah and Evan both stop in their tracks upon spotting each other, savoring the moment.Photo Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Sarah & Evan(69 of75)
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Sarah gives Evan a peek at her hot pink shoes.Related: 30 Wedding-Worthy FlatsPhoto Credit: Joe Elario Photography
Stephanie & Michael(70 of75)
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Related: Real Couples' Favorite Wedding-Day MemoriesPhoto Credit: K & S Photography
Stephanie & Michael(71 of75)
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Stephanie and Michael choke back tears as they share a sweet moment.Photo Credit: K & S Photography
Jenny & Daniel(72 of75)
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A first look doesn't need to be overly emotional to be memorable. Jenny and Daniel join together for a quick toast before the ceremony.Photo Credit: Erin Lindsey Images
Jenny & Daniel(73 of75)
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Related: 50 Fun Ways to Personalize Your WeddingPhoto Credit: Erin Lindsey Images
Kaelin & Justin(74 of75)
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Kaelin and Justin choke back tears when they first spot each other.Photo Credit: Andria Linquist
Kaelin & Justin(75 of75)
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Related: 50 New Must-Have Photos with Your GroomPhoto Credit: Andria Linquist

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