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When it comes to decorating and accessorizing for your wedding, it’s not just the reception hall that needs some sprucing. Your ceremony space is your guest’s first impression of your wedding and where many of your important photos will be taken. Whether your ceremony is on a beach, outdoors, or in a church, take some decor inspiration from our amazing real weddings.
Love all the romantic macaron colours you’re seeing on the fashion runways this season? We do too! And, with Easter just around the corner we are welcoming pastels in shades of pink, yellow, mint and peach that remind us of our favourite springtime candies and treats. Incorporate soft pastels into your dreamy celebration with these 18 heavenly ideas.
Table numbers let your guests navigate through your reception to find their seats, so point them in the right direction in style. Get creative with typography, holders and cards that show your personality and theme. Here are a few neat table number ideas using everything from recycled materials to patterned paper to embroidered fabric.
Macarons (not to be confused with macaroons), the cute, meringue-based treats seen everywhere in Paris, have been popping up in many Canadian pastry shops over the last few years — so much so that it’s now cause for celebration. This year Macaron Day–an annual celebration which takes place in Paris every March 20th involving free samples–will also be celebrated in Toronto and Vancouver for the first time.
Steven Mason, head pastry chef of La Bamboche and the man responsible for bringing the event to Toronto, says that when the word spread about Macaron Day, especially on social media, many shops jumped at the chance to participate. “The macaron momentum has really been growing and it’s been picking up to the point where their popularity is almost out of control, but it’s wonderful,” says Mason.
Check out this Macaron map to find participating patisseries in Toronto or this article to find out where to pick up a free macaron in Vancouver.
In honour of this special day we’ve compiled 10 neat ways to incorporate the French treat into your wedding day.
Spring is in the air and that means warmer weather and shorter hemlines. If you’re planning a spring wedding, let your bridesmaids enjoy the season with fun and flirty dresses in bright colours, pastel hues and floral patterns. Here are a few of our favourite bridesmaids dress picks for spring 2012.
Do-it-yourself (DIY) touches are a fun way to show off your creativity and style on your wedding day. Pick a few projects (not too many!), gather the girls and get crafting. Many of these projects are budget-friendly and use materials you may already have around the house. Here are a few of our favourite DIY wedding project tutorials.
There are necessities, such as adapters and luggage, that every traveller should possess. And then their are those little covet-worthy pieces that are slightly less practical but perfectly justifiable when you’re about to embark on the most luxurious, romantic trip of your life. For a thoroughly glam and comfortable honeymoon we definitely suggest adding these items to your packing list.
Easter is around the corner and that means it’s that time of year to indulge in chocolate. Who are we kidding? Any time of year is a good time for chocolate, including your wedding day. Chocolate comes in many flavours, shapes and forms, from bars to lollipops to mini-moulds. For your viewing, and tasting, pleasure here are a few of our favourites to date.
Spring & More dream dresses, real weddings, beauty inspiration and honeymoon ideas from our Spring & Summer 2012 issue.
10 Great Reasons to Honeymoon on Sicily’s Ionian Coast Posted 05.23.12
Photos From Bridal Fashion Week: Lazaro Spring 2013 Posted 05.23.12
Win One Of Three Copies Of The Jane Austen Marriage Manual Posted 05.23.12
15 Ways to Host an All-White Wedding Posted 05.23.12
An Elegant, Rustic Wedding in Montreal Posted 05.23.12
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