Jane Dayus-Hinch, for 25 years an internationally recognized wedding guru, has planned show-stopping weddings for celebrities, socialites and even royalty. Additionally, she is a senior Toastmaster and a Harley Davidson enthusiast. Do you still have time to plan weddings? I … [Read more...] about Q&A with wedding planner, Jane Dayus-Hinch
We’ve all heard of Bridezillas, but what about Momzillas, Guestzillas, or Photogzillas? Brides aren’t the only ones who need to tone down the crazy. After eight years in the wedding business, my husband and I have seen more than our share of characters. Last-minute hires Think … [Read more...] about Wedding day hiccups
A few days before the big day, Allison was driving to Guelph, Ont. and saw a beautiful field of sunflowers. She pulled into the driveway of the home and explained to the owners that she and Shane would love to have their photos taken on their property. They happily agreed and the … [Read more...] about A Sweet Sunflower Wedding in Guelph, Ontario
Sara and Troy met while working part-time jobs in high school. They dated six years before the big day,when they had an intimate ceremony and reception at Casino Rama Hotel in Orillia, Ont. Guests flew in from all over the world to witness the vows. The couple presented a … [Read more...] about A Sophisticated Black and White Wedding in Orilla, Ontario
As air travel becomes more and more of a hassle, couples are discovering the advantage of the close-to-home short honeymoon. Susie Miles, of Mississauga, Ont. says, “When we can get away for, say, more than seven days, we will fly. But if it’s just a five-day break, we don’t want … [Read more...] about The 5-day honeymoon
Josie and Ryan met while working on TV, so it was no surprise that lights, camera, action were a big part of their day. The bride’s gown, by Cymbeline, was in champagne lace and her best woman and flower girl were a contrast in black. The service, at St. Bonaventure, had flair; … [Read more...] about A Red Carpet Wedding in Toronto, Ontario
Christina and Tyler expected rain on their wedding day, so they equipped the entire wedding party with an array of umbrellas. The photos taken with the umbrellas turned out to be some of their favourite shots. They walked as a group to St. Michael’s Cathedral for the … [Read more...] about A DIY Elegance Wedding Toronto, Ontario
Larissa and Adrian grew up around the corner from each other but didn't decide to date until their early 20s, and then there was magic! The wedding had a Scottish theme; the bride wore a six pence coin in her shoe, her garter was made of the Chalmers' family tartan, the … [Read more...] about A Scottish Themed Wedding in Toronto, Ontario
Think of all the usual things for which you will register: china, cutlery, crystal, bed linen, kitchen appliances – and then think outside the box. You could plan to update an entire bathroom, for example, with at least half the items available through a registry. Make your … [Read more...] about Registry ideas to update your bathroom
When you plan your registry, take a mental walk through the home in which you will be living. You’ll think of additions that are unusual, practical and get you off to a good start. Balcony or garden Consider everything you might need for a balcony (if you’re living in a condo … [Read more...] about What a registry is all about
