Monica and Jordan might have met at a dodge ball tournament, but they didn’t dodge the big question when the time came and were married on Saturday, January 23.
The bride donned a beaded, floral-patterned Oleg Cassini wedding dress with a ballgown skirt and semi-sweetheart neckline – accompanied by a lengthy veil and round bouquet of white roses. Her 10 bridesmaids also held round bouquets of white roses, all modeling floor-length, emerald Vera Wang gowns with asymmetrical, V-neck, and halter necklines.
Jordan sported a three-piece suit – black trousers and jacket with a white vest – with a white dress shirt, bowtie, and rose ornamenting his lapel.
After the ceremony, dinner started with Caesar salad, and the main course included chicken breast with mango slices, along with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables. The four-tiered, chocolate and vanilla wedding cake came in detailed vanilla frosting; adorned with a “Mr. & Mrs.” cake topper and white roses.
During toasts, the Best Man talked about locker room competitions, how he introduced Monica and Jordan, and finally left Jordan with a simple piece of advice: “Happy wife, happy life.” The Maid of Honor, Monica’s now sister-in-law, talked about how they were like sisters, and won’t forget the day Monica met Jordan, and his top-secret proposal. Jordan’s other sisters also spoke, advising Monica to be patient with her new husband, how they tried to be the snooty sisters with Monica but it didn’t work, and how Jordan is the best big brother ever. They also thanked the guests for attending the “Kim and Kanye” wedding.
Monica and Jordan’s First Dance was to Meghan Trainor’s “Like I’m Gonna Lose You.” The Mother/Son Dance was to “Always Be My Baby” by Mariah Carey. As Monica lost her father a couple years prior to the wedding day, Jordan’s brothers and groomsmen danced with her for the Father/Daughter Dance.
During the reception, videos were shown of Monica and her father, along with a video of Jordan’s proposal to Monica. The new couple donated to the American Cancer Society on behalf of their wedding guests as gifts. They also had a photobooth for their guests, and the groomsmen got pretty silly.
Monica and Jordan left under the signature sparkler farewell, and we wish them all the best on their life together.
Photography by: Ily Grantham Photography
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