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What You Should Know Before You Hit The Bridal Shows

Posted January 6th, 2012 | 4:00 pm | By Bailey Spagat | No Comments

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Newly engaged? One of the easiest ways to connect with wedding vendors in your area is to grab your maid of honour or hubby-to-be and head to one of the many bridal shows taking place across Canada this month. These annual and biannual shows are a great way to make contacts and begin the planning process. Make the most of your wedding show experience with these three essential tips.

The Weddingbells team will be at the shows listed below, so stop by to say hello and pick up the Spring/Summer 2012 issue.

Toronto & Southwestern Ontario

Canada’s Bridal Show January 6-8 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Tickets are $15 and can only be purchased at the door.

Total Wedding Show January 20-22 at International Centre. Tickets are $15 at the door or $14 if purchased online.

National Bridal Show January 27-29 at Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. Tickets are $15 at the door, $12 online, or free for brides-to-be who register online.

Ottawa, Montreal & Atlantic

Wedding Palace Bridal Show January 7-8 at Ottawa Convention Centre. Tickets are $20 online.

Le Salon de la Mariée January 28-29 at Palais des congrès de Montrèal. Tickets are $10 plus tax at the door.

Calgary & Edmonton

Edmonton Bridal Fair January 15 at Shaw Conference Centre. Tickets are $20 at the door or $18 if purchased online.

Calgary Bridal Fair January 22 at BMO Centre, Stampede Park. Tickets are $20 online.

Manitoba & Saskatchewan

Wonderful Wedding Show January 21-22 at Winnipeg Convention Centre. Tickets are $12 plus fees at the door and online.

British Columbia

Vancouver Wedding Fair January 7-8 at Westin Bayshore Hotel. Tickets are $25 plus tax at the door or $20 plus tax if purchased online.

Victoria Bridal Fair January 22 at Crystal Garden. Tickets are $20 at the door or $18 if purchased online.

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An Elegant Wedding in Ottawa, Ontario

Posted January 2nd, 2012 | 9:00 am | By Bailey Spagat | No Comments

Brooke Ballantyne and Tyler Akeson, September 3, 2011, Ottawa, Ontario.

Photography courtesy Barbara Ann Studios, (barbara-ann-studios.com).

Vendors

Ceremony location: St. Paul’s Anglican Church
Reception location: Brookstreet Hotel
Dress: McCaffrey Haute Couture
Hair: York Street Spa
Makeup: Arianna Asadi (613-265-7175)
Groom’s tux: Tip Top Tailors
Bridal party attire: Amsale from Mia Bridal Couture
Cupcakes: Sarah J’s Cupcakes
Caterer: Brookstreet Hotel
Flowers: Nancy Papalia

royal wedding

The Duke and Duchess Have Arrived!

Posted June 30th, 2011 | 5:38 pm | By Nicole Keen | No Comments

Photo Chris Jackson/Getty Images.

Here’s our first glimpse of the Royal newlyweds as they set foot on Canadian soil in Ottawa earlier today. This is only the beginning of their eight-day journey across the country, and Catherine has already impressed one and all with her stunning—and Canadian—outfit choices! This lovely lace dress pictured is by Erdem (Moralioglu), a Montreal-born designer (FYI: this dress will be available this fall at The Room at The Bay). Catherine was also snapped leaving London this morning in a navy blue blazer by Canadian label Smythe. Read the rest of this entry »

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Royal Honeymoon Tour: Ottawa

Posted June 20th, 2011 | 1:00 am | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | 1 Comment

The royal couple could not have planned a more perfect time to visit our home and native land’s capital. Arriving a day before Canada turns 144 years old, the royals have plenty to be excited about. And why not? Read the rest of this entry »

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The Art of the Thank You

Posted February 7th, 2011 | 10:55 am | By Alison McGill | 1 Comment

Dempsey Press' quirky-cool thank you note.

Thank you. Two words that are so simple but mean so much. Saying thank you is just good form, proper manners, and as my mom would say, essential. A little gratitude goes a very, very long way. A wedding is an event that necessitates a lot of thank yous as there are so many people helping you to put your celebration together. I know you’ve heard this many times before, but I’m going to say it again—don’t forget to send out thank you cards post-wedding to all your guests who gave gifts! The old rule of thumb is that you have a year to get these out, but in my opinion the sooner you can get them done, the better. Read the rest of this entry »

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Wedding Belle: Pretty in Pink

Posted January 7th, 2011 | 9:00 am | By Leeann Yee | No Comments

Bride: Linda Luu
Wedding Date: August 15, 2009
Wedding Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Wedding Style: Looking every bit like a fairytale princess, Linda wore an extraordinary a-line strapless white gown that ruffled out at her waist, cascading down into a long, and stunning train. With her lovely locks done up in a casual updo, a single bright pink daisy was tucked behind her ear. Decorating her neck was a lovely double-stranded necklace, and pearl earrings dangled from her ears. Holding on to a pretty bouquet of pink orchids, the glowing bride kept her wedding day make up feminine and soft.
The Look: Bridal gown: Custom-made from Saigon (demiduy.com). Bridesmaids dresses: Anne Nininger. Ceremony: Helipad, Museum of Civilization (civilization.ca). Hair: BossArts (bossarts.com). Jewellery: Virginia Geiger Jewels (etsy.com)

All photography courtesy Kella MacPhee (kellamacphee.com)

See all of Linda’s Real Wedding: Cultural Chic Read the rest of this entry »

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Giveaway Week 4: Busy Beaver Buttons, Egg Genie, Gold Mist & Jim Hjelm Dress

Posted August 9th, 2010 | 8:45 am | By Stephanie Gray | No Comments

Welcome to Week 4 of our $50,000 Big Giveaway! We hope you’ve already picked up a copy of the Fall & Winter issue of Weddingbells and have been keeping up with us online! So many items we featured in the magazine we’re also giving away — including some local prizes too (these prizes can only be won by brides in that region). This week 70 brides (yes, you read correctly) will win a gold mist from Linden Leaves. We love the idea of a little gold sparkle on your big day. Read the rest of this entry »

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who loves candy?!

Posted April 19th, 2010 | 8:30 am | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | No Comments

I can’t tell how excited I am to share with you one of the most awesome candy vendors I’ve had the pleasure of speaking/working with–The Candy Store. As you all know our big 25th anniversary party is coming up this Thursday (exciting!). Everything has been coming along quite fabulously (we can hardly wait to share with you some of the most amazing details). One interesting tidbit that I can share with you is our plans for an amazing candy bar/candy buffet. Read the rest of this entry »