I learned a little something when I planned my own wedding recently. I discovered that instead of making the wedding into an event that has to be the most elaborate and elegant affair of the year, focus on the people. Life isn’t a fairy tale and you can’t always get everything … [Read more...] about A new bride shares her 5 life lessons
If you plan to honeymoon right after the wedding, the time is already established. So go to work to discover the best places at that time of year. If you are delaying your honeymoon, pick the place first and then check to see when it is at its very best. Africa African … [Read more...] about The best time to go
How often has the thought of giving a toast spoiled the wedding for people who get tongue-tied? Sometimes the problem is because a wedding party can be a hotbed of secrets, says Lawrence Bernstein, who runs ChargeYourGlasses.com, a website that helps the most hapless speaker … [Read more...] about Cheers to making easy toasts
A stress-free wedding day starts with having confidence in the people who are responsible for putting all the details together. You will get the best service if you treat everyone with respect and show your appreciation for their work. Interviewing vendors Arrive with … [Read more...] about How to work with your vendors
Use your imagination as you consider colour, design, flavour, filling, icing and shape of your wedding cake – or cakes! Type of frosting Choose between a fondant or buttercream icing. Fondant is thin, hard, rolled out with a rolling pin and draped over the cake, giving a … [Read more...] about Considerations for picking your wedding cake
Suddenly everyone wants curls. Maybe it's just loose waves or letting loose those natural curls you've been straightening for the past few years. Here's how to get the look. If you're addicted to very straight hair, curly hair can be a nice change. Start with a thickening foam … [Read more...] about Unfurl the curl
The planning of the wedding, from guest list to gift registry, should be a partnership, but often the bride takes on most of the planning duties. Get your guy involved with these groom-friendly tasks Set up a spreadsheet Include names, addresses and phone numbers of … [Read more...] about Tasks the groom can handle
Kelly and David met at the University of Western Ontario – Kelly in her first year and David in his second. The service, before 160 guests, was at The Blessed Sacrament Church in Toronto. Kelly’s grandmother, Nancy, and Dave’s sister, Sarah, did the readings and Dave’s parents, … [Read more...] about A Sophisticated Hot Pink and White Wedding in Toronto, Ontario
Sarah Cooper and Matt Gray were married at St. Andrew’s Church in Oakville, Ontario, with the reception at the Mississaugua Golf and Country Club. The festivities began with a cocktail reception in the lounge, continued into the dining room and, after dinner, moved to a tent … [Read more...] about A Playful Fresh Lime Themed Wedding in Oakville, Ontario
Karen and Mark were wed in Prince Edward County at Fields on West Lake, the exact spot where they first realized they were in love. They spent their engagement planning an intimate wedding that would reflect their shared identities. The event was very personal, including the … [Read more...] about A Rustic Chic Wedding in Prince Edward County, Ontario
