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When you start planning your wedding, creating a memorable experience for your guests is a big part of it. But, before you go allocating your budget, there are a few things you should know. While everyone is different, there are just certain things most people don’t remember about a wedding, so why spend unnecessary money… Continue reading Things Your Wedding Guests Probably Won’t Remember

Photo courtesy of Stephanie Luxton Photography Weddings come in all shapes and sizes and the ceremony is the most unique and memorable moment of your big day. Naturally, you want it to be as perfect as possible. After performing more than 120 weddings I have seen it all and there are mistakes that are very… Continue reading Wedding Ceremony Mistakes You’ll Want to Avoid!

Don't get between the professional photographer and the couple like Uncle Bob did. Your guests are like your personal paparazzi on your wedding day, but guests with phones tend to be oblivious to how intrusive they are being during your entrance, ceremony, and portrait sessions. What should you do if you don’t want your special… Continue reading Tips to Stop Guests from Posting Your Wedding Photos Online

If you’ve been shopping around for wedding venues but can’t quite find an option that fits in with your budget and style, a cocktail-style reception might be right for you and it can easily fit in to what ever kind of wedding set up you might have in mind so you aren't limited to a… Continue reading 4 Reasons to Consider a Cocktail-Style Wedding Reception

Photo courtesy of Stephanie Luxton Photography Before you book your venue you are going to want to make sure you have someone to write and perform your ceremony, who is also available on your day. I have had couples messaging me from the meeting with the venue manager before booking to make sure all the… Continue reading Things Your Wedding Officiant Will Want to Know

As things open up more and more in Ontario it's time to look ahead to all the wedding shows! Traditionally they are held in September and January or February so keep an eye out for them popping up at your local venues in the new year - fingers crossed! It's a great day out with… Continue reading 9 Tips for Navigating an Upcoming Wedding Show

Julie and Glenn spent most of 2020 wondering if they would be able to get married in anything more than a tiny ceremony with just a few people. Fortunately the restrictions eased up in time for them to get married in their favourite spot with their favourite people! Introducing...the Bowmanville Rotary Gazebo! Wahay! This is… Continue reading Julie & Glenn – October 3, 2020

The ceremony is arguably the most special part of your entire wedding day, it’s the moment you commit to your partner for the rest of your lives. This is what we are all here for right? The best part is you can make it all your own – a memory you and your partner will… Continue reading Beautiful Wedding Ceremony Traditions to Consider for Your Day

Oh 2020....you really made us see what we are made of! Susie and Gary made lemonade and turned their garden into the cutest little wedding paradise! With their skills and talents they turned what might have been a lovely, yet dare we say 'boring' affair, into the sweetest wedding day that we all oohed and… Continue reading Susie & Gary – September 22, 2020

You’ve got your wedding checklist and you’re ready to dive into the planning process. Before you get into all of the details though, you want to make sure that you’re approaching this the right way. Whether you are choosing to plan this alone, with your spouse, your entire family or just a wedding planner, there… Continue reading 7 Things You Should Know Before You Start the Wedding Planning Process