Advice for planning your event post-lockdown
We’ve been through some huge changes over the last year and a half with multiple lockdowns, stay-at-home orders, and ever-changing restrictions on events and gatherings. With some of us having endured losses of loved ones, and all of us having to adjust to a new normal, it has been almost two years of heavy and unprecedented change. But with restrictions easing and more milestones that deserve celebration, we’re so excited to see our banquet hall being filled with events again.
Should you host an engagement party?
This is a topic that is widely debated – and there’s still no perfect answer! Wedding planning doesn’t just include the actual wedding. You need to consider bridal showers, maybe a stag & doe, bachelorette parties, etc. But do you need to consider hosting an engagement party?
Choosing the right wedding vendors
There are so many key things to successfully planning a wedding, but one of the most important details is choosing the right wedding vendors. Finding wedding vendors can be overwhelming – so we’ve come up with a few tips to help you put your best foot forward to find the perfect wedding vendors for you!
Let’s talk about your wedding food!
It’s officially wedding season! Whether you’re looking to host something intimate in the next few months, or are planning for a huge party in the next year or two, one thing will remain the same – you need a wedding menu, and it needs to be delicious. While we love décor details and florals are so important, the things that guests remember most at your wedding are the music and the food.
Need to cut down your wedding budget? Here’s how!
Working within a budget can be hard, and for those of us who have big dreams of how we want our wedding to look, having to say no to some things is not easy. But you can’t forget – actually working within a wedding budget lets you start off your married life on the right foot.
Why a Small Wedding Is Actually a Good Idea
When you dreamt of your wedding day as a child, did you picture an intimate affair with your nearest and dearest, or an elaborate party packed with people? Many of us dreamt big, but with the realities of C-19 restrictions, we’ve all had to pivot and accept the fact that if you want a wedding reception in the next few months, you’re probably only going to be able to host a small wedding.
Should You Hire a Wedding Planner?
Whether you’ve looked up countless checklists to get you on track to plan your wedding, or you’ve barely started thinking about the big day, you need to answer an important question – will you be hiring a wedding planner? And should you?
New Year, New Wedding! What are the first steps you need to take to plan your wedding?
It’s a new year, which means it’s time for a fresh start, and time to get organized and start planning! With so many new engagements popping up over the last year, many of you are finally starting to plan your weddings. Whether your dream wedding date is coming up in under a year, or you want a longer engagement, it’s time to really focus and get your wedding planned! Here are a few tips to get you started.
Celebrating the Holidays at Home
This year was difficult for all of us – from the uncertainty of the future, to the constantly changing plans. We’ve all had to keep adjusting to staying home and working from home. While this year was filled with hardships that none of us expected to face, it was also filled with many opportunities for growth.
You Just Got Engaged When Do You Start Planning?
You’re engaged, and there’s a ring on your finger to prove it. You’re happy, so in love, and so excited to plan your wedding! But when do you actually need to start planning your wedding? How long should your engagement be? Do you want a small wedding? Do you want a big wedding? What about a micro-wedding? Does the size of your wedding change your timeline?
Reasons to Host a Fall Wedding
With the changing leaves, cooler air, and gorgeous colours surrounding you, hosting a wedding in the fall can be an amazing experience. While summer weddings are definitely beautiful, fall weddings just have that little something that makes them so stunning. Here are a few reasons why you should have a fall wedding!
5 Tips for Hosting an Intimate Event during COVID-19
With so many changes happening this year, event planning is more stressful than usual. Whether you were planning to tie the knot this year, or to celebrate the birth of your newborn baby, events now look completely different. While times are uncertain, and we are all being extremely cautious, you can still celebrate your big day on a (much) smaller scale! Below are some tips on how to host your event during COVID-19.
How to Incorporate Cultural Traditions into Your Wedding
Living in such a multi-cultural country like Canada, the reality is that many couples will come from different backgrounds, and will need to learn to navigate wedding planning while keeping in mind their rich cultural traditions. Couples who make a point to incorporate traditional wedding customs can host a wedding that is entirely unique to them, and is a perfect blend of the old and new.
5 Crucial Tips for Planning Your Summer Wedding
The summer is one of the most sought-after seasons for weddings, and for good reason. The weather is perfect, your photos are incredible, and no one needs to worry about bulky jackets and snow boots. But the summer season also brings unpredictable thunderstorms, crazy heatwaves, and way too many bugs.
How Wedding Planning Has Changed in 2020
The wedding industry is constantly changing and evolving, but never as rapidly as it has this year. With extreme uncertainty due to COVID-19, couples are quickly adjusting their wedding planning process to keep up with the new realities of event planning. We’ve come up with a quick guide on how to successfully plan your event remotely, but here is a list of the new norms of wedding planning in 2020.
Ideas for a Modern Bridal Shower You’ll Love
A bridal shower is the perfect time for all your girls to come together and celebrate YOU! This event should be as unique and wonderful as you are, and as memorable as your wedding will definitely be. Work with your chosen event venue to create an unforgettable experience with these exciting new bridal shower trends.
How to Plan Your Event While You’re Stuck at Home
What do you do if you just got engaged, but you’re quarantining? What if it’s time for you to plan your bridal shower, but you can’t leave your house? When you’re planning an event, but you can’t physically go to the venue, you need to get creative! Here’s what you can do:
Wedding Cakes, How Much Should I Spend?
So you want a gorgeous 3-tiered wedding cake that looks beautiful in photos - especially when you shove a piece in your partners face during the cake cutting! Just be prepared to purchase one of the most expensive (and beautiful) desserts you’ve ever had!
The Importance Of Wedding Stationery
You are invited to take a moment and read through this lovely article about the importance of details as it pertains to wedding invitations! This 3-minute read will commence following this lovely introductory paragraph and will highlight the benefits of opting for traditional stationary.
5 Tips For A Beautiful Winter Wedding
So, you’re getting married and you and your beau have decided that there’s no better time to celebrate this magical event than at the most wonderful time of the year - winter.