What are some new trends you’re noticing? The trends that are becoming more popular are people wanting to incorporate something old into their bouquets. Such as charms or a brooch from a mother or grandmother. I had a bride this year bring in a piece of material from her mother’s wedding gown and I used […]
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Come away with me
What are logistical things to consider with a destination wedding? Every country has different requirements and processes for couples getting married. The couples will need to research these requirements and fill out necessary paperwork, often in advance. Some countries, such as Cuba, have rules where you have to be in the country a certain amount […]
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A vine romance
What are some safe people- pleasing wines I can provide on the tables at my reception? There are two main categories of wine drinkers here on the east coast: “I like dry white wine, but not Chardonnay” and “full-bodied reds, do you have Shiraz.” Appeal to both categories while defying them: For a people-pleasing, sexy white, […]
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Confessions of a bridesmaid
[iamge-1] They say when you know, you just know. So maybe they were talking about finding the love of your life, but it can just as easily be applied to picking the perfect wedding party, too. It’s a fine balance of not alienating your best friends, but ensuring you might actually have a little help […]
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Great vintage
It seems the vintage theme is everywhere lately. Why do you think it’s so popular now? This demographic is into green living—reuse, re-purpose, recycle. Undeniably it also has something to do with what they are watching—trailers for the Great Gatsby and Mad Men, Bomb Girls, Boardwalk Empire and Downton Abbey on TV are exposing more […]
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Season’s eatings
I’m having my wedding over the holidays. How can my food play off of traditional holiday food, but not be predictable or cheesy? The winter months are an exciting time to celebrate a wedding. Flavours should be warm and comforting and styled to the clients needs. In order to work the holidays into your wedding […]
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Weather or not
My wedding’s booked during the dead of winter. How concerned should I be about treacherous weather ruining the backdrop for my photos? Whenever we shoot winter weddings, I have to be honest, we hope and beg for snow to fall from the sky. We want snow. What better way to compliment the bare trees and […]
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Panic Room
I’m considering out-of-town venues, how far is too far to expect guests to travel? Should I be responsible for finding accomodations? It’s best to look within your guest list to find out how many guests will be required to travel. In most cases it’s best to have a room block available at the wedding venue […]
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Best face forward
I’m having a winter wedding and want my skin to glow on my wedding day. Do you have any advice for brightening up dull, flaky winter skin? I recommend an aromatherapy treatment, beginning approximately one month ahead of your wedding date. Apply each product on a test patch on your skin in advance of the whole treatment to […]
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Well seasoned
What tips do you have for a couple interested in serving 100 percent local, seasonal food on their wedding day? First and foremost—this is easy and can be done at a competitive rate with other caterers—see what options can be provided for you with tailored seasonal menus. Do some research! Look into what is in […]
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Maid in heaven
I’ve picked my wedding party but have no idea what I want them to wear. Where do I even begin? I think the more prepared the group can be before they start shopping, the easier it is. Some times the bride enjoys starting the shopping process alone, beginning with getting well- acquainted with what’s out […]
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Happy holiday
What are some pros and cons for getting married on around or on New Year’s Eve? There’s an undeniable sense of romance and magic in the air around the holidays and definitely several pros in choosing this time of year to tie the knot. For example, many venues will already be lavishly decorated which could […]