Archive for Tara Soloway
I just returned from the Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman from a luxury wedding business symposium called Engage!09 (hosted by the fabulous Rebecca Grinnals), and spent a few days among some of the wedding “greats” like designer extraordinaire, Preston Bailey; cake guru, Sylvia Weinstock; and the editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings, Darcy Miller (to only name a few of the talented attendees). Read the rest of this entry »
Photography courtesy Catherine Farquharson.
A good attitude is the most important ingredient when planning your destination wedding. The saying that “nothing is perfect” stands true to any wedding, but you need to be even more open-minded and realistic when planning your destination wedding. Read the rest of this entry »
The classic DW reception dinner is an outdoor beach BBQ. It’s fun, casual and in the spirit of the location. Often said brides and grooms are seeking the most unique and “different” things to do for their wedding (and I’m always all for unique), but sometimes it’s just worth sticking with something that works. The tried, tested and true expression does ring true in this instance. So why make it hard on yourself? 
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Photography courtesy Sol Tamargo Photography.
Engagement photos don’t have to be “typical” or taken months before your wedding. As destination weddings tend to throw the traditional aspects of weddings out the window, why not do what you want with your photos? Read the rest of this entry »
Photography courtesy Janis Lempera Photography.
I just returned from South Beach this past long weekend and had a relaxing stay at The Setai hotel (setai.com). LUXE had planned Shelly and Ben’s last minute “switch” wedding at this Miami hot spot only a few weeks ago, and I can honestly say that this is a phenomenal location for a wedding. The hotel is architecturally stunning, and it exudes a very Zen vibe throughout. Read the rest of this entry »
Photography courtesy Sungold Photography.
One of my favourite hotels is The Caves in Negril, Jamaica. It’s a perfect place for an all-property buyout (think: total privacy and a resort all to yourself!) and a romantic, unique wedding choice for couples seeking something a bit different than the norm. The Caves is part of the Island Outpost family of hotels and it’s charming, quirky and the farthest thing from mass market. Read the rest of this entry »
Watch out chairs, benches are making their mark on ceremony decor at destination weddings. Specifically, wooden benches are the newest trend for ceremonies. Benches are a fun way to add a new “look” to your celebration. This is something to consider if you’re tired of the chair covers or Chivari chair look. Read the rest of this entry »
Photography courtesy del sol Photography.
Talk about the ultimate snag in Destination Wedding plans—the Swine Flu! LUXE has been working in overdrive helping dozens of clients slated to be married in Mexico in May either move or reschedule their weddings! Understandably, brides and grooms have been hit hard trying to figure out what to do. Read the rest of this entry »
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Graydon Hall Manor: Toronto’s most exclusive reception facility – only 4 Saturday’s left in 2010.
