Category Archives: Wedding Planning

Henna – Finding Wedding Inspiration!

Cultural wedding celebrations are rich with tradition and meaning.  For South Asian weddings, Henna, or Mehndi as it is also known, is a signature part of the festivities. It has become part of the brides’ makeup/pampering ritual, before and on her wedding day. From subtle to elaborate designs, henna is a time-honoured tradition marking a...

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Say No to “OLDE” RSVPs

Ever feel like invitation wording has been done to death?  Or it’s just not “you”, but sounds like someone else is sending the invitation?  Wedding invitation r.s.v.p. wording need not be “ye olde” jargon your grandparents used.  Make it hip, casual and completely YOU! invitations { Big Orange Designs } Written by Lisa Treleaven of Big Orange Designs...

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Pinning Your Way Through Planning Your Wedding!

How many times have you been to a website and found something you loved that you don’t want to forget? Lots I’m sure! So what do you do? Save it on your desktop? Bookmark the website? Print out a copy and put it in a file or a bindersomewhere? All of the above? Now…how many...

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Choosing Your Ladies!

They are the ones who have always been there for you, the ones that you can rely on through thick and thin and now they are the ladies who will stand beside you as you start a very important new chapter in your life.   Who you choose as your bridesmaids and what you ask of them...

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Birds Of A Feather

Does your love have wings?  Or at least feathers?  Ok, all silly/cheesy puns aside, if you are looking to incorporate a feather theme into your wedding décor, look no further.  A feather motif can add an elegant look to your wedding in whatever colour scheme you wish.  Your Florist and Cake Designer would be only...

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Let Your Personality Tell the Story

Not a traditionalist?  Suits us fine!  Your wedding invitations can capture a glimpse into what your guests can expect at your wedding but also reflect your personality and tell YOUR story.  If you looking for something a little less formal, why not shake it up and have some  fun with your invitations.  Check out this...

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Wedding Planner Tip: Have Prearranged Photo Locations

I know this sounds a bit obvious, and I’m sure most of you have at least one or two locations in your mind where you’ve been dreaming of having your wedding photos taken. But seriously, having PREARRANGED location(s) is so important to the logistics of your wedding day. It will ensure a smooth photo session...

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Choosing a Licensed Wedding Ceremony Officiant

Ok – we realize this post is a touch on the long side, but it’s definitely worth the read time! Planning a wedding ceremony is like planning any other event. There are many elements, many options, and many questions. If you know what questions to ask and get the answers, the decisions usually become clear....

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Say Yes to the Wedding Planner

Why would a wedding photographer write a blog advocating for a wedding planner? Well I just shot a wedding that was THE PERFECT EXAMPLE of why a wedding planner should be as essential as saying yes to the dress…  I loved this couple, and they clearly loved their day.  They had a fantastic time, the...

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What’s in a consult?

Are you ready to tackle booking your wedding cake? Wondering what is involved in a cake consultation? What should you bring along to the consult? The consultation is a time to sit down with your prospective cake designer and discuss what you would like to have for your wedding cake. Most designers also offer a...

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