I’m Canadian, eh? Leave a reply A post to my homeland, Canada. Canadians like to party! We enjoy hosting guests for gatherings of all sorts. We’re polite, we drink pop – not soda, we can legally drink at 19 – not 21, and we love Tim Hortons! If you’re Canadian, you might be entertaining guests for a […]

Hearing NO from a wedding vendor Leave a reply Not too many people like being told NO, especially if you’re a Bride planning her wedding. But, it happens and you need to be ready to hear it. Asking your photographer to stay an extra 2 hours at the end of an already long 10 hour day […]

Congrats Konika _ Prathab Leave a reply Konika & Prathab’s wedding was wonderful last night! They both looked fantastic, and I know that they had a fantastic time with their family and friends.Konika had hired me for Day Of Coordination (DOC) only, and was very organized with her instructions and details for me and my […]

Themed Weddings {Halloween Wedding} Leave a reply Are you having a themed wedding? Most weddings have a ‘theme’ like rustic, elegant, seasonality (winter wonderland), nautical, rock and roll, etc. But are you planning a themed wedding where you ask guests to dress up? We typically see this type of wedding with Halloween, or New Years […]

12 to 18 months of Planning Leave a reply Quite a few Brides are planning their 2012 Summer & Fall weddings now. It takes on average 12 to 18 months to plan a wedding. Think of how many hours you’ll have to commit to your grand affair over that time. It’s about 250 hours in […]

I do…now, pass the remote. 1 Reply Are you a sucker for weddings? I’m such a sucker for weddings – obviously, I’ve made a job out of them, but really – I’m a sucker for the romance, the commitment and the union. At weddings for family, friends and clients, I will with no doubt shed […]

Envious or Inconsiderate? Leave a reply I’m a fan of wedding etiquette and traditions, but in today’s day and age (gee, that makes me sound old) almost anything goes. And by goes, I mean some things go right out the window! For example, I’m a BIG believer that no one should wear white to a […]

Hubba Hubba Leave a reply Be my Valentine, my love, As I will be for you, And we will love the whole day long, And love our whole lives through. Valentine’s Day is in a few weeks and you may be thinking about ways to show your love and affection without spending a fortune. If you’re […]

It’s cool to be a Follower! Leave a reply   Come on, follow us…you know you want to! Follow this blog for your chance to win Bride & Groom T-Shirts!!! It’s so simple to enter this oh-so-awesome contest….just become a follower of our blog, and ta da…entered! We’ll randomly pick one of our Blog Follwers and […]

Incorporating pets into your wedding Leave a reply   When my Sept 7th Bride Erin told me she wanted her dogs in the wedding, I cringed a little. They are big dogs – they slobber and they have dark fur which doesn’t mesh well with a white wedding dress. Thankfully they were just fantasizing about […]

Bridesmaid Gifts 1 Reply You might know exactly what to get your Maid of Honour and Bridesmaids for being your right hand gals during your wedding planning and celebrations. Or, you might be completely stumped. There are so many options and ideas, it can be baffling. Tried and trued is jewelry. You can get them […]

Rules of Engagement Leave a reply Earlier last week I was featured in an article about what to wear to an Engagement Party. Written by Lisa Hannam and published in The Hamilton Spectator, this article gave a few tips for the Bride and her guests. So what do you pair with your new diamond ring?? You […]

Why a Wedding Coordinator? Leave a reply Many times in this blog, on our Facebook Fan Page and on Twitter, I’ve mentioned reasons why I think it’s important for couples to invest in a Wedding Coordinator. I’m your right-hand-gal on the most important day of your life. My team and I are there to keep […]

Imitation is the best form of flattery Leave a reply   Need ideas for your wedding but are sick of looking in magazines and on blogs? You can always get inspired by weddings you’ve attended, or from what you see on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest – but here’s an idea….what about looking at the portfolios […]

Holiday Cocktails Leave a reply It’s the holidays…time to whip up some feastive goodies, and serve some holiday inspired drinks! While entertaining this year, reduce the costs of serving alcohol by offering signature cocktails. Give your guests 2  options, and use the same base alcohol (like rum or vodka) for both of them. Also, serve […]

Off Beat Brides Leave a reply Dance to the sound of your own drum….that is the tune of Off Beat Bride – a website dedicated to unique, creative and sometimes outlandish weddings. The website also features ideas for ceremony and reception themes – like Halloween, 1930’s, rockstar, gothic and fantasy. Check out the site…if there […]

Perfect Picnic Leave a reply I simply adore this idea of a ‘picnic wedding’. What a perfect idea for a spring or summer wedding – or even for a Bridal Shower or Rehearsal lunch. Pick a few of your favourite food items (that are packable, and not easily perishable) and put together a delectable ‘basket’ […]

Always a Bridesmaid? Leave a reply Gosh, I don’t like that saying…and I bet you don’t either. It’s our job to make couple’s wedding dreams happen, and now, we’re going to make couples happen. We’re in the planning stages of a Singles Event – a gathering of singles, aged 25-35 that live in the Hamilton, […]

Hairspiration Leave a reply I just made up a word. That’s right, Hairspiration. Ya dig, it? With the Oscars being tomorrow, I thought why not look to them for inspiration for your bridal hairstyle?  A lot of women like to watch the Red Carpet to see who’s wearing what, by whom and what accessories did […]

Last Chance to Save! Leave a reply Save 30% off any remaining 2011 dates for Day of Coordination services Why do you need a Coordinator for your wedding? So you can stress less, and enjoy your day! It’s simple – you can’t be two places at once. Most venues don’t allow you to set up […]

Playing games at your wedding Leave a reply Everyone likes games, and what better time to play some then at your wedding? Typically hosted by the MC or DJ, wedding games are planned to get the guests interacting with one another, the wedding party and with the Bride & Groom. The most popular game you’ll see at […]

Damn Girl… Leave a reply …you picked an ugly dress. Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel are married. You might remember my post here, where I may have cried me a river. Jessica’s dress was, well, er…not all that flattering. And I’m not just saying this because she is now Mrs. Timberlake. I did not expect […]

Cat fight. Leave a reply If you didn’t read the last post about the guest that attended a wedding and got called out by the Bride for giving a so-called “bad gift,” you might want to do that here before I go into a tangent. I had my say on the situation in the previous […]

Sunday Weddings Leave a reply Would you get married on a Sunday?   It seems that Sunday weddings are becoming more popular – we’ve coordinated 4 since we started in 2008, and have 2 more booked for this year. Wondering why? Well, Sunday weddings tend to be cheaper because venues offer a slight discount to […]

A Saaweet Wedding! Leave a reply Natalie got married to the love of her life, Jason on June 16th and we were there to coordinate their special day. It was a beautiful, yet hot summer day when these two love birds said “I do.”  Both the ceremony and the reception was at Liberty Grand in […]

We bet cha might like this. Leave a reply Thanks to my friend Emily for showing me this neat site, http://www.localbidbuy.com/. There are all kinds of products, restaurants, and even experiences like Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours and music lessons up for grabs on this site. The Bridal &Wedding section of the site has wedding dresses that are […]

Who shouldn’t make the list? Leave a reply Did you read the last post about a guest that took part in an inappropriate activity over the main course at a wedding? Check it out here if you missed it. In today’s post we’ll talk about what you can do as a Bride or Groom planning […]

Top This! 1 Reply If you’re having a wedding cake for your special day, I’m sure you’ve put some thought into what the cake topper might be, right? Back in the day they used to use plastic bells or silk flowers to adorn the top of their cake, but nowadays the choices are endless. It’s […]

‘Unveil’ing Alison _ Eric’s Wedding Day! Leave a reply JD from Unveil Wedding Photography captured some great shots from Alison & Eric’s wedding day! To view more of the stunning pictures, click here. We were so honoured to have been able to assist this wonderful couple. Here’s what Alison had to say to us after […]

Merry Christmas! Leave a reply Wishing all of my clients, friendors, fans, followers and family a very Merry Christmas! Hope that you have a happy and healthy holiday season filled with lots of love and laughter. To my clients: Enjoy your last holiday season as an engaged couple because next year, you’ll be MARRIED! My […]

Popping the question Leave a reply With December right around the corner, did you know that it’s the most popular month to ‘pop the question’?  Did you also know that more men are choosing to propose with a ‘pop of colour’? Gemstone engagement rings have gotten more popular lately – especially with the recent engagement of […]

Show a little leg at your wedding Leave a reply It’s Award season and each year we take a look at what the celebs are wearing to see what styles are up and coming and what colours, cuts and accents usually make their way into weddings. Recently at the Golden Globes, we noticed a lot […]

Did Brides really Copy Kate? Leave a reply Yesterday marked the 1st Anniversary for William and Kate. I find it hard to believe that it’s been a full year since I woke up at 4:30am to watch the Royal Wedding with my Mom. We had homemade scones with jam and cream and created a memory […]

OMG! You’re Married! Leave a reply Yay! You’re a Mr. _ Mrs! When you get engaged, the congratulations and well wishes bombard you from every angle. From friends and family to co-workers to acquaintances on social media. Everyone wants to let you know just how happy they are for you – and so they should […]

New Package!! Leave a reply OMG! We’re squealing with delight over here! We’re so excited to announce that we’re offering a new package to our already awesome list of services…..DIVORCE PARTIES! So far, three of our previous couples have filed for divorce and have contacted me about planning and executing a divorce party for them. […]

Halloween Weddings Leave a reply Have you ever wanted to have a Halloween wedding? The tricks, the treats and dressing up in any costume you wish . Oh, what fun! But, if it’s not your thing for how you’d like to say “I do”, I bet you’d love to attend as a guest after seeing these photos from Foto Flare. […]

Best Picture Leave a reply Can you guess which “Best Picture” Oscar Nominated Film could be the inspiration behind these wedding photos? Taking elements and ideas (fashion, colours, setting) from a movie is a great way to help formulate a theme/tone for your special event. Black & White is elegant. Cookie favours for a Bridal Shower. Groom […]

A _ E tied the knot! Leave a reply Alison & Eric got married in Ancaster, Ontario on August 6th, 2011. The ceremony was set to take place outside at 4pm when dark clouds rolled in and sent the guests and wedding party indoors so not to get wet. Despite the standing room only and the […]

Ways to keep your guests entertained Leave a reply There are many ways to keep your guests entertained at your wedding. Two of the most popular are food and music. Serve delicious food, and play good music – easy. But, there are other ways to keep your guests entertained during your wedding. Ceremony Fan & […]

Find the ‘lime’ to relax _ enjoy the summer…. Leave a reply Bud Light Lime’s motto right now is “The Summer State of Mind” – and we recommend that you try to do just that – enjoy the moment, enjoy the summer, and enjoy good food with friends. If you’re heading up to the cottage this […]

Tying the Knot Leave a reply You’re tying the knot…yay! But, are you literally going to tie a knot? Many couples are incorporating tying a knot into their ceremony in place of other union traditions like lighting a candle or pouring sand into a jar. When I fantasize about my big day, I thought about […]

2011 Trend Alert: Broach Bouquets Leave a reply I’ve seen them pop up on wedding blogs and in magazines. They are stunningly beautiful, elegant and colourful. A broach bouquet is a great way to incorporate your ‘something old’ into your wedding as well as pay homage to family heirlooms. Having a bouqet made with broaches […]

Wedding Porn Leave a reply Yep, I said it…porn. You’ve heard of food porn, so why not have wedding porn too? When I’m looking to invest a few minutes looking at nothing but beauty, love and fine details, I turn to a few of my favourite sites. They are free to visit, you won’t see […]

Ladie’s Night @ Rona Leave a reply Rona is ‘Doing it Right’ on Thursday, December 3rd for Ladie’s Night. Join me at the Kitchener location (730 Ottawa St S) for a night of special promotions, gift ideas and fun! Other vendors joining me are Lucas from Foto Flare, Home Outfitters, Zellers, Boston Pizza, Curves and much […]

Toast Do’s and Don’ts Leave a reply Last June I was asked by The Hamilton Spectator for some Do’s and Don’ts for wedding toasts. Here are my suggestions for a flawless toast to the Bride & Groom: DO Keep it short. Don’t ramble on, three minutes max. “People have a short attention span as it […]

20% Off = less money _ less stress Leave a reply Save 20% on our popular Day of Coordination services for your September, October or November wedding if you book before July 31/12. Fall is the season that more and more Brides are choosing to say “I do.” We want you to be able to […]

Your Fairytale Awaits… Leave a reply Your Fairytale Awaits…for a pretty penny of course. Who said money can’t buy happiness? In Disney World, happiness is around every corner. As you read this, I’m in the ‘most magical place on earth’ for a much needed, much deserved vacation. So, I figured what better time than now […]

The First Look Leave a reply   Most Brides see their Groom for the first time on their wedding day as they walked down the aisle, but now that’s not always the case. Many couples are choosing to have a “First Look” to ease their nerves and spend more time together on their big day. […]

Happy New Year! Leave a reply Whether you’re getting married, attending a wedding, or going to a party, or hosting a party this New Years, may it be a fabulous event filled with great laughter, love, fun & excitement! ~ All the best for a fabulous start to 2011 ~ * Image from Google image search – Braden […]

Will you marry me? Leave a reply Proposals! Who doesn’t love a great proposal story? Boy meets girl. Courtship. Love. Congratulations! I love how in the movies, men usually state the girls entire name – first and middle while on bended knee. “Mary Margaret, will you…” And, for some reason I think that about 85% […]

Wedding Resources for Hamilton Couples Leave a reply Guest Blogger: Marie Nash Having been a Hamilton bride myself, and writing a magazine which focuses on everything weddings in the region, I have learnt that getting married in Hamilton can be an amazing experience, especially if you just take advantage of all the fabulous resources available. […]

30% off Day of Coordination services!! Leave a reply To celebrate today’s Royal Wedding, the most talked about and watched in 30 years, we’re offering 30% off our most popular service – Day of Coordination! Feel like royalty on your wedding day with assistance from The Bride’s Butler! This package includes: •A complimentary coffee & chat to meet and […]

That’s a wrap! Leave a reply Our 2012 wedding season has come to an end, and we are very pleased with how this year rolled out. We executed a total of 9 weddings, with 3 being Full Wedding Planning services – so for this part-time business, we’re giving ourselves a little pat on the back […]

Tick tock…don’t watch the clock! Leave a reply When I meet with clients for Day of Coordination meetings to discuss all of the plans, logistics and requirements for their wedding day, I always tell them there’s no such thing as too much information. I want to know every single detail, your vision for the day […]

Last chance to save $100! Leave a reply Book Day of Coordination services for your 2012 wedding before tomorrow (Dec 31/11) to save $100! This popular service is a real stress saver, so do your self a favour and book it now – you’ll not only stress less, but you’ll pay less! Day of Coordination […]

Me like Cookies Leave a reply Cookies were served as a late night sweet treat in June 2012 It looks like Cookie Monster is helping set a trend for the 2013 wedding season. Cookies are set to be cropping up at weddings next year for favours and desserts. Entering the wedding circuit in 2011, cookies made an […]