Don't Forget the Bridal Party Gifts
Recognizing the people who have helped you through all the wedding planning is important and often left until the last minute. Personalized gifts add the extra touch the makes the recipient feel special and recognized. Be sure to plan and buy early.
Contributed by Creative Indulgence
of London, Canada — 519-639-5127
Hair Tip
Washing your hair the day before the wedding will make it easier for your hairstylist to control.
Contributed by Brides Etc.
of Toronto, Canada — 647-222-6427
Worried about on-line gowns?
Stress during wedding planning could cause weight loss or gain. Consider the advantage of buying a gown from a local bridal shop which offers alterations for brides who may change sizes during the time after the dress is ordered until the wedding day.
Contributed by www.absolutewhites.com
of Ancaster, Canada — 905.308.5641
Wedding Photographers with Personality!
On your wedding day, you should be surrounded by people you enjoy, including your photographer. It helps if you've already done an engagement session with the photographer and are comfortable with their style but, if not, make sure that their personality is a good match to yours!
Contributed by At The End Of My Lens
of Toronto, Canada — 416-333-2850
Wedding Cake Delivery
Be sure your cake supplier will be delivering and setting up the cake themselves. Often this job is left to the venue and they are not always equipped to handle the task.
Contributed by Sweet Rage Bakery & YUMporium
of St. Catharines, Ontario — 905-937-9669
Plan the Wedding Day Details!
Take time to talk through your whole wedding day with your fiance. Ensure the timing will work and make a checklist of jobs/projects/errands. If you cannot personally address these errands, then be sure to delegate to other willing parties. Consider a day-of wedding planner if friends and family cannot be available.
Contributed by Leave the Details to Me...
of Waterdown, Canada — 905-220-9239
When to mail your invitations
Wedding invitations should be mailed out 6 to 8 weeks before your wedding date. Be sure to order early.
Contributed by The Invitation Studio
of windsor, USA — 519-562-1944
Your First Dance - Make it Your Moment
Some couples are anxious to get the party started. We suggest having you first dance immediately following your Grand Entrance. You already have the attention of your wedding guests. They are standing, clapping and welcoming you as husband and wife. What better time to share your first dance?
Contributed by Party Productions DJ Service
of Waterford, Ontario, Canada — 1-866-727-8950
Taste That Wedding Cake
Visit the bakery to taste the wedding cake - or the cupcake if that is the case. The cake may look fabulous but it should taste good too. If the baker doesn't offer cake tasting, move on. Don't get stuck with leftover wedding cake that nobody wants to eat.
Contributed by Skystone Decorating & Design
of Surrey, Canada — 604-617-948
Best Wedding Videos
Book your videographer as soon as you get engagaged. Waiting too long could diish the number of good videographers from which to choose. Try not to book less than 2-3 months before the wedding.
Contributed by Video Service
of Brantford, Canada — 519-753-1113
The Best Wedding Speech
A speech or toast should be brief - from 3-5 minutes in length. Start with a personal reflection or anecdote. How the bride and groom met is always a favourite. You can also use humour or a quote to get the speech or toast started.
Contributed by Posh Productions Event Planning & Design
of Canada - Calgary, Alberta — 403-863-4592
Wedding Decorations Made Easy
Cleaning candle wax out of votive holders at the end of the wedding reception is never fun - so when setting out your votive candles, put a teaspoon of water in each and wax will float on it through the night, so it is easy to dispose of the melted wax right out of your holder with no fuss!
Contributed by Nuance Occasions
of Edmonton, Canada — 780-486-5310
Wedding Favor Tips
Before purchasing any favors, please take into consideration, your location, style and theme of your event. A formal affair at an exquisite hall may require a more elegant favor, where as wedding fans are a great idea for that outdoor wedding.
Contributed by The Favour Shoppe
of Newmarket, Canada — 416-554-5257
Great Gift Idea for Bride, Groom and Bridal Party
A great gift idea for your Best Man and Maid of Honour is a small miniflip/HD video camera (Kodak, Sony, etc). Given prior to the wedding, it will ensure that great moments during the wedding planning and on the wedding day can be captured on video. You and your wedding videographer will love the extra footage.
Contributed by Pinto Pony Productions
of Toronto, Canada — 416-877-3984
Avoid Wedding Favor Shortage Disappointments
Hot and popular wedding favors sell out fast. The best time to order your wedding favors is 8-12 months before your wedding date to ensure you're not disappointed.
Contributed by All Occasions Giftware
of Tottenham, Toronto, Canada — 1-866-694-0609
Forget Wedding Planning Books?
Planning doesn't have to be expensive when you have modern technology. Many websites offer printable wedding checklists, timelines & count downs for FREE. Save your money and download the printable pages into a nice binder that you can decorate yourself.
Contributed by Moments by McKnight
of Langley, Canada — 778-809-1345
Put Your Best (Wedding Dance) Foot Forward!
Choose a first dance song and start learning the wedding dance choreography as soon as possible for the most polished first dance as husband and wife. Allow 3-4 months when signing up for wedding dance lessons.
Contributed by Dance Art Studio
of Richmond Hill, Canada — 416-878-4443
Presentation is everything!
To save some money on food for your wedding reception, order the appetizers in platters. Use different sizes of empty cardboard boxes to create different levels on a table and loosely drape a matching table linen on top. This makes everything seem elegant and it looks fantastic!
Contributed by T.S. Weddings & Events
of Toronto, Ontario, Canada — 416-939-7481
Dated Wedding Makeup
You should be able to enjoy your wedding photo forever, so make sure you only use colours that flatter your skin tone for a timelss look. Think fresh colours of spring or muted colours of autumn for warm skin and faded summer flowers or frosted icey tones for cool skin.
Contributed by The Colours & Esthetics Studio
of Hamilton, Canada — 905-529-0996
The Key To Finding A Great Wedding Officiant in Canada
Your wedding IS the ceremony, so be sure to get the perfect officiant. The number one way you will find a great wedding officiant is if they offer you a free - no strings attached - in person consultation. You need to meet your officiant, hear their voice, see if they are normal or "weird" (yes there are lots of weird ones), and just see if your personalities connect.
Contributed by Jonathan Gallo - Wedding Ceremony Officiant
of Toronto, Canada M9W 3B4 — 416-897-1452
