By Vivian Vassos Recently published in the 2026 Fall/Winter issue of Today’s Bride, this feature explores how thoughtful wedding details can completely transform a celebration. Editor Vivian Vassos turned to Toronto wedding planner Tracey Manailescu of Tracey M Events for her … [Read more...] about All in the details: Expert advice for making your wedding feel uniquely yours
Every couple planning a wedding eventually hits the same wall: a list of wedding details that sounded essential in month one and feel completely unnecessary by month six. Budgets stretch, priorities shift and somewhere along the way, couples realize they've been paying for things … [Read more...] about The wedding details you can stop spending money on
A wedding hotel room block might sound like just another item on an already long wedding planning checklist. Then the RSVPs start rolling in, out-of-town guests begin asking where they should stay, and suddenly it becomes one of the smartest decisions you'll make. By … [Read more...] about Booking a wedding hotel room block? Here’s what you need to know
A wedding videographer does much more than string together a few beautiful clips of your wedding for Instagram. This is the person capturing the happy tears, the heartfelt vows, the dance floor chaos and the tiny moments you miss while living them. Years from now, your wedding … [Read more...] about The top questions to ask your wedding videographer before booking
Your wedding day marks the beginning of a new chapter, but it's also a chance to celebrate the people who helped you get there. For many couples, that starts with mom. Whether she's been your biggest cheerleader, your voice of reason or the one quietly making sure everyone else … [Read more...] about Celebrating mom: How to honour your mother on your wedding day
Every bride expects to feel emotional on her wedding day. But not all expect the strange feeling that comes from being the centre of attention. The wedding spotlight has a way of turning even the most confident person into someone who suddenly wonders where to put her hands, how … [Read more...] about A bride-to-bride guide to handling the wedding spotlight (without the overwhelm)
Picture your childhood friend pulling an envelope from their mailbox, turning it over, spotting your names and immediately calling everyone they know. That's the magic of a beautifully planned save-the-date. Long before guests see the flowers, taste the cake or step onto the … [Read more...] about Everything your save-the-date checklist needs before that card hits the mailbox
Finding the right wedding DJ isn't about choosing the first name that catches your eye. It's about recognizing the qualities that turn a good reception into an unforgettable celebration. A great DJ doesn't just press play. They read a room like a seasoned bartender reads a … [Read more...] about What to look for in a wedding DJ before you book
Choosing a photographer sounds simple enough. Scroll through a few Instagram feeds, save some pretty images and book the person whose work makes your heart skip a beat. Yet when it comes time to actually choose a wedding photographer for one of the biggest days of your life, … [Read more...] about Secret tips: How to choose a wedding photographer without regrets
Getting wedding guests to actually respond on time sounds like a simple task. Send the invite, include a deadline and wait for replies. Yet somehow, Aunt Susan is still a mystery, your college roommate hasn't clicked "yes" or "no," and your seating chart is sitting half-finished … [Read more...] about How to get wedding guests to RSVP on time
