Modern homes - and families - are increasingly looking for home products with both style and function to complement their living spaces. Vacuum cleaners are no exception. Modern vacuums have become more than just a means to clean the home - they are home accessories. Over the … [Read more...] about A vacuum for all seasons
Ginger’s Closet might be the solution for brides with champagne taste on a tight budget. The Port Credit, Ont., store for bridesmaid’s dresses recently announced a new luxury consignment and sample boutique. The store carries once-loved and sample bridal gowns, and it gives … [Read more...] about New consignment store for brides on a budget
Flowers add a whole new life to spaces – whether you’re sprucing up your ceremony location or beautifying your centerpieces. Roses are perhaps the most popular flower, world-wide. We talked to Juan Manuel Gutiereez, the general manager of Perfect Quality Roses, about the … [Read more...] about Rose trends of 2012
Fashion director Tyrel Abbott has often been called “the Wedding Whisperer” by his customers, thanks to his ability to pick the perfect wedding dress. He puts his talent to work at the Bridal House, a bridal boutique in Edmonton. Abbott is a hairdresser by trade, but … [Read more...] about Q&A: Tyrel Abbott, male fashion director at Bridal House
Planning a reception meal for a large group seems daunting, but couples pull it off – successfully – everyday. We talked to a few wedding planners and caterers about the major considerations. Know your budget How much money you want to spend dictates the choice of food. … [Read more...] about The basics: Choosing food for your wedding
Getting through the day without tripping over your dress is great, but providing good food at your reception can be a challenge. Keep your guests well fed with these 2012 wedding food trends. Comfort nosh Set up a comfort food buffet late in the evening. Guests will have … [Read more...] about Wedding food trends of 2012
Canada’s cities diversify and so do marriages. The result is blended cultures and this is most evident in blended menus. Don’t be intimidated by the idea of blending contrasting cuisines. It can be done and the result will surprise and please your guests. Fusion … [Read more...] about Serving ethnic food at your wedding
Whether you are looking for a simple, traditional cake or a more elaborate, over-the-top confection to celebrate your wedding day, current trends influence the choice you make. Make way for buttercream Fondant is going out the door and buttercream is taking its place. Not … [Read more...] about Cake trends of 2012
When Pippa Middleton stepped out of the car for sister Kate’s wedding last year, her body-hugging, ivory gown told the world that bridesmaids are a force to be reckoned with. We’ve talked to Danielle Gulic from twobirds Bridesmaid in Toronto for the latest trends in bridesmaid … [Read more...] about 2012 Bridesmaid trends
You read about them in the newspapers and hear about them in the local news: Bridal couples who have been left in the lurch with their plans – and especially the bridal gown – when things have gone awry. Sometimes it’s because the bride purchased her gown online. When it arrived … [Read more...] about Your best friend is your bridal boutique
