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Contemporary Wedding Invitations 2008-07-29 13:23:00 More than any other aspect of a wedding, invitations seem to have changed the most in the digital age.
Just a few years ago, your choices were limited to whatever the local store had in their catalogue. Mostly white or metalic paper, scripty curvy letters, lacey edges.. you know the look..
Nowdays, imagination is your only limit. And "custom" is the name of the game. You do not "order" your invi Read more:Contemporary
, Invitations
A Wedding in Space! 2008-07-29 12:42:00 OK, this has to be the ultimate destination wedding!
Japanese company First Advantage, is now accepting applications for its "Space
Wedding" service, to be offered in 2011.
The Space Wedding service offers a wedding in outer space about 100 kilometers above the Earth's surface. The couple will be taken up aboard the chartered Rocket Plane XP. The premium plan, including original wedding dress, w
Customize Everything.. it is YOUR Wedding.. 2008-07-04 00:58:00 Today's blog theme is "customization". (Or, perhaps "personalisation")
Twenty years ago, if you could not find your dream dress/ring/cake/invitation/whatever in your city, well.. you just settled for the next best thing..
But no more!
One thing that the Internet has definitely made much easier, is to the ability to source out specialists far far away, see their work, communicate your wishes and Read more:Everything
Custom Jewelry, for that custom look 2008-07-04 00:36:00
You've picked the perfect dress, had your hair and make up done; now, it's time to add the finishing touch.. jewelry. A girl's best friend, right?
But even with so many options to choose from, you still may not find EXACTLY what you have pictured in your mind.
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, Jewelry
A Custom Wedding Song! 2008-07-04 00:30:00 So you can't decide on your wedding song.. just can't pick the one that perfectly expresses what you feel, in the way you wish it too.
Fret not. Why not have a song composed especially for you? Write your own lyrics even, and have an aclaimed musician write the music for it? Bet you didn't thin that was possible, did you?
Check it out: korylivingstone.com.
Now, how cool is that?
Trendy: Custom Cake-tops 2008-07-04 00:09:00 There is a lot of emphasis on finding the right flavour and design of a wedding cake. But, how much time do we put into the topper? The little bride-and-groom candy has always been an afterthought, kinda like the angel on top of the Christmas tree - what else would you put there??
Well, there has been a resurgence of the cake topper, of late, featuring all sorts of unique and personalised twists Read more:Trendy
Zen and the Art of Table Setting 2008-07-03 00:53:00 What has struck us the most in these two photos is how well matched the two entirely different themes are, to their respective surroundings.
The first, cool and contemporary, right at home in the glass highrise, the second, elegantly traditional, perfectly matched to the classicaly-styled venue (where is that?)
Try to imagine those two reversed!
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, Table
, Setting
Did someone say 'chocolate'? (part 2) 2008-07-03 00:18:00 That chocolate fountain from the previous story sure looked appetizing! How about this?
Do you remember when a wedding would almost always have matches with the bride and groom's names and wedding date printed on them? Well, with fewer people smoking, the need and therefore, the popularity of the personalized matches has greatly diminished.
The void however, has been filled by a much more sat
Did someone say 'chocolate'? 2008-07-03 00:08:00 O.K. by now everyone has been to a party or to a wedding that offered a chocolate fountain during the dessert portion of the evening.
For self-professed chocoholics, this device is heaven sent! Hours of melted chocolate for me, I mean, for you, no I really mean for the guests to enjoy. In many cases, it becomes a gathering point where guests can mingle over a chocolate dipped strawberry or tw
Wedding Images: Candid Moments 2008-07-02 03:21:00 We love it when the lens shifts and captures the pure joy of the moment in the eyes and expressions of those witnessing it..
This amazing photograph is by Halifax photographer Michael Karl Tompkins Read more:Images
, Moments
Featured: Flowergirl Dresses 2008-07-02 03:04:00 Meet Lily and Anna, just two of the adorable young ladies in the (Ontario-based) Petit Parfait flowergirl dress designs.
See their entire collection (boys' fashion too!) at petiteparfait.ca Read more:Featured
, Dresses
Real Weddings: A Leap of Faith 2008-07-01 16:44:00 Romance was the furthest thing from Fred Matta's mind when planning a a vacation to visit cousins in Calgary in July 2003. "I didn't expect that three years later I'd be married and living in Vancouver," he says. An Australian working in England Fred saw this as a chance to see some of Canada.
Fate intervened when he tagged along with his cousins to their church retreat in Kelowna. Sharing an Egy Read more:Weddings
, Faith
Decor Tips: Lost in colour? 2008-07-01 16:13:00 So, you have a particular colour in mind for your bridesmaids; does that colour have to resonate throughout your entire day? Should the flowers, the favours, the napkins, the groomsmen and your décor all match?
Well, that is completely up to you; however, be careful about getting to caught up in the matching game. It's great to create a theme and to use your colour strategically throughout t Read more:Decor
Wedding Invitations in Canada. Styles, Part 1: The Traditionalist 2008-09-04 16:48:00 If your idea of the perfect wedding includes "the dress, the guests, the cake, the car, the whole darn thing" as Canadian songstress Shania Twain once sang, then you're probably a wedding traditionalist. Luckily for you, traditional wedding invitations are probably the most plentiful of all styles, so you'll have lots of different types to choose from.
One common misconception when it comes to th Read more:Invitations
, Canada
, Styles
FAQ: Wedding Dress is Too Tight! 2008-09-04 16:26:00 Frequently Asked Question: It's a week before the wedding and my dress is too tight. What can I do?
First of all, relax! I know it's stressful thinking that your wedding dress doesn't fit and you will look like a stuffed sausage on your big day. That's the last thing you want and with such little time before the wedding you are worried there is nothing you can do other than postpone the wedding o
A real, green wedding in Vancouver 2008-09-03 20:10:00
(photos ans story submission by Blushing Bride Studio wedding
photography)
On a sidenote, as a guest, I would like to say that this wedding was so wonderful that I actually came out of it healthier than I did coming in: As there was no alcohol, I came out sober and happy, full and feeling great from the healthy meal, I danced under a full moon, and I actually EXCERSIZED by powering the sound Read more:Vancouver
Choosing a Wedding Photographer 2008-09-03 19:45:00 By Jennifer Jacula (jenniferjacula.com)
Congratulations! You're engaged and now involved in the exciting process of planning a wedding. Let's talk wedding photos. More specifically, how to choose the right wedding photographer (in Canada or elsewhere..).
Research. Good photography is worth paying for, but a good photographer can be hard to find! Browse the local wedding photographers on the we Read more:Photographer
Edmonton Bridal Conference: Diamonds and Divas 2008-09-03 19:25:00 Don't forget the upcoming Edmonton
bridal show, the Bridal
Conference - "Diamonds
& Divas
", coming up in two weeks..
September 21, 2008 at Northlands, Edmonton
Tickets are $15 - for the first 100 brides who order online, one $50 gift card from Uniglobe Geo Travel will be included with their tickets
Grand prizes: a 7-day trip to Orlando, Florida with airfare and accommodations, courtesy
Wedding Trends: The Dessert-Only Reception 2008-09-02 12:16:00 A popular wedding trend is the dessert only reception. If you are looking to cut wedding costs and don't want the budget of an elaborate sit-down dinner, a reception where you serve dessert only could be ideal.
This is a perfect alternative if you are planning an evening wedding. If you have a ceremony time of 7:00pm or later, it is perfectly acceptable to serve dessert only at the reception. J Read more:Trends
, Dessert
, Reception
Wedding Trends: Romantic Beads and Lace 2008-09-02 12:06:00 Though some brides are choosing simpler wedding dresses these days, elaborate lace and beaded gowns are still very popular. The romance and beauty of an exquisite lace floor length gown can't be duplicated.
In fact, bridal experts say that romantic designs will be growing even more popular as we head into next season.
Debbie Welcher, owner of Chatfields Boutique says, "Woman want romantic sty Read more:Trends
, Beads
Wedding Shot of the Month (get it?) 2008-08-29 17:10:00 This being our last wedding idea blog post of the summer, we wanted to close with a bang! (or perhaps "a splash"?)
This great wedding photo is by BC photographer Kyle Jordan Perison of Through the Lens Photography.
We routinely spotlight noteworthy additions to our online wedding directory, but then we saw this photo and thought "wedding photo of the week" instead. The couple looks ultra-cool, Read more:Month
For your Bridal Checklist 2008-08-29 16:23:00 With all of the things that are necessary to have a wedding flow smoothly, it is no surprise that sometimes important things are inadvertently overlooked. Here is a list of often missed little items, for your wedding checklist. It is by no means the "complete checklist", but it is a good starting point.
Let's see, how many of these were you missing already?
1-Week Before the Wedding
Purchase Read more:Bridal
, Checklist
Gift Ideas for a Canadian Groom 2008-08-29 16:12:00 He's the love of your life and soon he'll be your groom, as you are joined in marriage; if you are thinking of surprising him with a special gift on your wedding day (or night), here are a few ideas to get you started..
A Scrapbook: He will receive practical gifts on your wedding day: you should give him a gift that comes from the heart. A scrapbook will record all your special moments togethe Read more:Canadian
New: eMonilli Fashion Jewelry 2008-08-28 16:24:00
Just listed, in our wedding services directory, modern designer jeweller emonilli.
Perfect both as bridal jewellery or even for bridesmaids gifts, their line includes anything from pearls to gold to gems.. check it out: e-monili.com
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, Jewelry
Lovestruck Bridal Show in Vancouver 2008-08-28 15:48:00 One of the most interesting and original bridal shows in Vancouver
is back in Novenber this year. Lovestruck's interactive format is a very welcome deviation from the traditional wedding show rat-maze layouts!
When: Sunday Nov 16th, 2008
Where: The Vancouver Club 915 East Hastings Street
Vancouver Tickets: Visit lovestruckbrides.com
Price: $45
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"Antique Love" - A Wedding in Toronto 2008-08-27 17:00:00
Stunning Toronto
locations and wedding decor rich in history and personal touches, define our stunning Real Canadian Wedding this week
Story by Toronto event planner Justin Ruttan of Cherish Events; photography by Toronto wedding photographers Rowell Photography
Dena and Michael met in 2004 aboard a cruise ship and fell in love. He was an officer, she a performer. Surrounded by close friends Read more:Antique
5 Cheap Wedding Centrepiece Ideas 2008-08-27 15:05:00 A lot of time, effort and wedding decorating money gets invested in the centerpieces of your wedding reception. Does that effort get appreciated? Most often, it does not.
So how can we get a wedding centerpiece that is less costly (in both your time and your budget) and more meaningful? Let's look at a few ideas:
Plants: While fish or other animals are a bit over the top for a centerpiece to Read more:Cheap