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THE WEDDING PLANNER MAGAZINE GTA
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Planner magazine Greater Toronto ArEA
DIY Ideas from a Thrifty Bride!
WINTER 2013
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Colour Trends for Winter 2013 Weddings
J’adore Wedding Gala
An Exciting New Boutique Wedding Gala!
03 Letter from the Editor 04 Staff 06 Articles 06 Colour Trends for Winter 2013 Weddings 08 DIY Centerpieces: Paper Flower Bouquets 10 Wedding Etiquette For The Groom’s Parents
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12 Children & Weddings 14 Dancing the Day Away 17 Jack and Jonell - Part 4 18 50 Shades of White 22 Winter Skin Care Strategies 25 Navigating The Bridal Show (And Making It Out Alive!) 28 Parties Before The Party 32 Weddings with a French Flair 34 Weddings with a Jamaican Flair 36 Weddings with a Scottish Flair
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38 Preferred Vendors Cover Photo Credits: Concept and Decor: O.M.G. Events that make you say “Oh My Gosh” Floral Arrangements: Shiraz Flowers Cakes and Desserts: Crave Cakes by Margarida, Gabriella Caruso, and Tortine and Vanille Photography: Marcie Costello Photography Location: The Venetian Banquet and Hospitality Centre Clothing and Accessories: Malabar Costume Rentals Makeup: Catherine Giannoulis
Brides, Grooms, and Wedding Enthusiasts, Fall 2012 gave us a spectacular display of brilliant colours – both in nature and in weddings. It’s a great time of year. But the seasons do change and we have exciting news to share with you. First, to bring you up to-date, we attended some wonderful and informative bridal shows, like the Budget Friendly Bridal Show in October, and the Toronto Wedding Bells Bridal Bliss Expo in November. We met new vendors, some of whom are added to the Preferred Vendors list, and we expanded our online readership by over 25% to almost 850. We’ve also been busy exploring other distribution opportunities, and I’m very pleased to announce that as of this issue, The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA will be sold at select Ontario locations of Chapters Indigo! Brides and grooms across Ontario can now benefit from the articles, tips, and vendors listed in the magazine and will be invited to share their own advice with others by submitting their stories. If that wasn’t exciting enough, we are hosting our very own bridal event in March 2013, in conjunction with O.M.G. Events. Called J’adore Wedding Gala, it will be a uniquely themed, boutique style show with special features such as live entertainment, refreshments, and a male-only “Groom’s Lounge”. For more information please visit www.jadoregala.com and check out the ad on the inside back cover of this issue. Over the next few months, we are adding category-specific columns to provide more detailed information on every aspect of your wedding plan. Got an idea or request? Drop me a line. We sincerely hope you enjoy the Winter 2013 issue of The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA!
Letter from the
Editor
Carmelina Karas Editor in Chief
To submit comments, questions or ideas about the magazine to the editor, please email carmelina@theweddingplannermagazine.ca and include your name, age (optional) and city that you are from. You may also include a picture.
Giulia Ciampini
Nathan Kwok
Staff
Raph Nogal
Bill Giannos
Marcie Costello
Photographers
Steven Freiria, Assistant Editor Steven Freiria’s attention to detail and love for writing gives him passion both on paper and in life itself. His keen eye has been a huge help to The Wedding Planner Magazine.
Alysa Nicole Baker, Writer Born and raised in Markham, ON, is currently studying Early Childhood Education at Seneca College part time while raising her beautiful daughter Mallory. She has a passion for child psychology and family law and spends her free time writing, researching, and going to the zoo and science center. She is ambitious, strong willed, and believes that making a difference to one person can change the world.
Arti Patel, Writer Associate Editor at The Huffington Post Canada Living/AOL Canada, Arti is a journalism graduate from Ryerson University. She also performs the occasional freelance multimedia work. Her focus is on women’s issues and human rights and she loves the good old interview.
Jessica Bianchi, Writer & Blogger Jessica Bianchi is Editor and co-founder of the budget-bridal blog, Confessions of a Thrifty Bride. She is a self-proclaimed wed-head with an interest in saving the average couple some money. Read her blog thriftybridetobe.com for tips and advice.
Christin Twitchin, Writer Currently employed as a designer at Jennifer Brouwer Design in Markham, ON, Christin holds a Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Sociology and Minor in Anthropology from Wilfrid Laurier University as well as an Interior Decorating/Design diploma from the Sheridan Institute of Technology. She is looking forward to a successful career, establishing relationships with her clients, and making their dreams a reality.
Rachel Rawana, Writer When Rachel was young, she loved reading fairy tales and myths - which naturally inspired her to write her own “happy ending” stories. While this passion for creating “happy endings” evolved into an academic interest in post-conflict reconstruction, Rachel has always enjoyed writing about less serious circumstances. She is delighted to be working with The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA and wishes all the best to all those who look through its pages.
Renu Eapen, Writer Renu Eapen, currently a student studying advertising at Sheridan College, grew up in Dubai before moving to Canada with her family. She has a passion for anything and everything creative and is a huge movie buff. She loves nothing more than a good movie marathon.
Craig Belanger, Layout and Design Craig Belanger, currently works as a Production Coordinator for a commercial printing facility in Paris, Ontario. When he’s not out fighting crim....I mean when he’s not a mild mannered Production Coordinator, he spends much of his free time doing what he loves, and that’s designing. His passion for design mixed with his experiences with his schooling and professional career, make him a force to be recon with.
Colour Trends for Winter 2013 Weddings By: Christin Twitchin
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here is just something about the winter season that is whimsical and charming. The air is filled with love and cheer and the ground is covered by a blanket of snow. Everyone gathers with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. So why not pursue this perfect opportunity by combining two celebrations – getting married and the Christmas holidays?! If you are choosing to have a winter wedding, embracing the elements of the season is always a harmonious choice. For this issue I will give you two options for colour schemes/décor themes for a winter season wedding. The first suggestion is to use traditional holiday colours such as red and green in your wedding scheme. It is all
in the details; you may have your bridesmaids wearing red dresses with white shoes, and the bride wearing red shoes and red lipstick. To complement the ladies, the groomsmen could wear red ties and red boutonnieres with a white shirt, and the groom could wear a red shirt with a white tie, and mistletoe for a boutonnière. For your decor you might incorporate elements like Christmas ornaments, bows, bulbs. Garland, ribbon, figurine sleighs, sculpture reindeer and of course candles are all essential. For your table setting you could use white linen tablecloths with red serviettes, shiny silver or gold dinnerware, and poinsettia place cards. If you incorporate all of these elements you will The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 6
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography
be able to create a traditional, creative, and charming wedding! My second suggestion is to use colours that truly are reflective of the environment in the winter season such as white, champagne, and icy blue as an accent. The bridesmaids could wear a champagne colour dress with a little bit of shimmer, and the bride wearing sparkling diamond jewelry. As well the groom and groomsmen could wear champagne coloured ties and pocket squares. A plant that is very appropriate for this time of year that you can incorporate into your ensemble and décor is holly. For your décor you should use natural elements seen during the winter season as inspiration and incorporate features such as snowflakes, mistletoe, The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 7
pinecones, white linens with champagne serviettes, ice sculptures, twigs, white and blue candles, white draping’s, twinkling lights, and reflective pieces such as mirrors. Using all of these aspects in your wedding helps to create a winter wonderland that is elegant, sophisticated, enchanting and romantic. Either of these suggestions could be stunning wedding options, but in the end it is YOUR wedding day so your theme and décor should truly reflect who you are! Whatever you choose to do for your winter-seasoned wedding, remember to have a wonderful, special day with friends, family, and loved ones and enjoy the holiday season!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Paper Flower Bouquets
DIY Centerpieces:
by Jessica Bianchi
What you will need: • Cupcake Liners
• Tape
• A Needle
• Spray Paint
• Pipe Cleaners
• A Tin
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enterpieces can cost you anywhere from $30 to $300 depending on what they are made of. This DIY project will have you creating fun, colourful paper flower centerpieces for less than $6. The simplicity of this project means that you don’t have to be an experienced crafter to pull this one off. Traditionally, paper flowers are made by cutting out circular pieces of tissue paper. I opted for using cupcake liners, which I found on the cheap at my local dollar store. Nowadays you can find cupcake liners in the most charming of patterns which you can easily match to your wedding day decor. Figure 1
Start by flattening eight cupcake liners. Poke two holes in the center of the stacked liners, about half an inch apart (Figure 1). Push a pipe cleaner through one of the holes, starting from patterned side. Then pull it through the second hole to make a stem. Wrap the end around the longer piece of pipe cleaner.
Figure 2
Starting with the top liner, pinch the bottom using your index fingers and thumbs. Continue this layer by layer until all eight liners have been pinched (Figure 2).
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Twist the remainder of the pipe cleaner to create a firm stem. Continue the process until you’re able to make a full bouquet. Once you have enough flowers, arrange your bouquet as desired. Use tape to secure stems along the inside of the tin. Twist together the remaining pipe cleaner stems to hold the flowers firmly in place. For this bouquet, I created twelve flowers. Figure 3
At this point, you may want to jazz up your tin by spray painting it a complementary colour. I bought a light pink spray from my local craft store. I sprayed the tin in a well-ventilated area at an even pace. Once dry, place your bouquet inside the tin and VOILA! You have an adorable DIY centerpiece. xoxo Thrifty Bride
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography
Wedding Etiquette for the Groom’s Parents by Jesse So
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o your little boy is no longer so little, he’s done the deed; he’s bought the ring, planned the occasion, got down on one knee. I’m sure fireworks exploded in the background, tears of joy were flowing and angels were singing in the heavens. Now that we’ve all gotten past the pleasantries it’s time to discuss something that many parents have no idea about—cue music: the role of the groom’s parents at a wedding. Truth be told, most parents who have never played a role in a wedding (such as parents of the groom) don’t really know what to do. Neither did I, that is, until I was enlightened, and now I wish to share my enlightenment with you. First and foremost, it usually rests on the shoulders of the groom’s parents to contact the bride’s family and parents and introduce themselves to one another. As your family and your lovely future daughterin-law’s family will thus be intertwined, I’m sure that a beautiful blossoming relationship will flourish after you and her family talk. Now, as per tradition and practicality, there is usually a rehearsal dinner that should be held and planned by the groom’s parents. Now, I know that we’ve all seen the Hollywood movies with the fancy wine glasses and the ten course meals for the rehearsal dinner and the fifteen course meals for the the reception. Fortunately (or unfortunately), we live in the real world. Expensive and ten course is nice but not necessary, and a simple pot luck is already more than sufficient. Of course, one can always get a little fancy and go all out, but whatever
path you choose to venture down, the groom’s parents are required by the Wedding Etiquette gods to host and fund the rehearsal dinner. So now that the rehearsal dinner has been discussed, onto the actually wedding ceremony itself. But before we go any further, I know what some of you are thinking: What does the groom’s parents even have to do at a wedding besides show up and give moral support? Well here’s a mind numbing answer-cue drum roll: the groom’s side of the family can actually participate in the planning stages of the wedding. That being said though, each parent has rather different roles in a wedding and the following reception. The father of the groom is usually required to escort the lovely mother of the groom down the aisle; there are, of course, exceptions to this, if the parents are separated or not in good relations such formality is not required. The mother of the groom should always leave the job of tending after the dresses of both the bridesmaids and bride to the mother of the bride; this being said though, compliments would never hurt, and after all, who doesn’t like to be flattered? A list of guests that is accurate and appropriate is usually the only thing that a groom’s parents are limited to doing, but that is simply the planning aspect of the wedding. The funds and expenses are traditionally entrusted to the groom’s family and this includes providing for the bride’s wedding ring, the clergy fees (if applicable), transportation expenses of groom’s men, any lodgings of the groom’s men if necessary, any sort of tokens or gifts, and corsages or bouquets for the bride. I realize this might all seem like a lot, but keep in mind that this is simply a ceremony. As much as it is only one day, it is a day of joy and of great pride for all families and members involved. Be sure to have fun with everything as this marks the beginning of a new part of the journey of life for your son and it is a milestone, one that is fabled by fairy tales, and one that will always bring smiles to faces. All the best wishes of happiness and joy on your special day.
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography
Children & Weddings by Alysa Baker
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ow that you’ve started planning your wedding or received your invitation there are two questions that will come to mind. “Should I extend the invitation to children?” and “Should I bring my child(ren)?” If you are planning your special day there are some tips and tricks to keep in mind that will help you to decide whether or not to include children.
who had expected a black tie event solely for adults. Therefor if you do decide to extend your invitation to children, it would be wise to notify all your guests. In doing so you leave the invitation open to families with children, as well as allowing guests to make an informed decision as to whether they would like to attend with children present or whether to include their own child(ren).
One thing to be reminded of is that children are not everyone’s cup of tea. While having your children around for your special day may be what you’ve always dreamed of, it could pose as an annoyance to your guests who do not have children of their own or
Most children are more constructive and well behaved when they have a task or job to do. Because the event will primarily appeal to adults, there are some tips and tricks you can do to keep the children happy as they will want to feel included as well. The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 12
To help keep the children busy, include them in activities such as tossing flowers down the aisle or blowing bubbles at the appropriate moments. You can instruct the children to hand out party favors to each table or guest when you want them distributed, or you could have the children help set up displays and tables during the reception prior to meal time. A creative way to include the children would be to give each child a disposable camera so they can capture their favorite moments and at a later date get the film developed. This allows the children to stay occupied by photographing things they have an interest in during the wedding which will not only be time consuming but exciting for them as well. Once the film is developed they can create their own scrap book of the event which will help them remember not only the fun they had but how the event was special to them.
If you are thinking “Should I bring my children?” there are a few things you need to consider. Depending on the age of the children you should give thought to the schedule you have set in place for them. When do they eat? When do they nap? Compare this to the wedding schedule and decide if it would be wise to bring your child to a wedding in the morning, afternoon or evening. It probably wouldn’t be wise to bring an infant or toddler to an evening wedding because it could disrupt their normal routine and make things harder for you during the event.
Most children are more constructive and well behaved when they have a task or job to do.
When planning the food and you know you will invite children, you should remember that little ones can be quite picky. Most children can be won over by foods that look fun, like finger foods with special colors and shapes, or their favorites like cheese sticks and chicken fingers. It might be a good idea to include some finger friendly foods to your menu to help keep the children satisfied during the mealtime portion of the wedding. Another easy addition for the wedding could be to include candy in the wedding favors. If you don’t want to include candy in each of the favors, take a head count of the children expected to attend and create simple wedding favors just for them. These can include candy, mints, bubbles and anything directed towards a wedding that would be appropriate for children. All these are just a few ideas you could use to help include children in the wedding and keep them occupied. The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 13
Keep in mind the place the event is being held at. Are the surroundings safe for children to be in? Are there a lot of sharp corners, statues and stairs? Is there a place the child could lay down for a nap, a secluded and safe room? Also, find out if other children are attending. If other children are going to be present, your child(ren) will be more likely to have a better time and potentially behave better as they have someone else in their age range to socialize and play with. One of the most important things to remember is that planning ahead when children are involved is the most constructive and useful tool you have. Planning ahead for different scenarios will help keep you sane if things get hectic and help to insure not only you but the guests and other children involved have a good time. Don’t have high expectations involving children. Children will be children and even with the most thorough and detailed planning things can take an unexpected turn. Remember that if you stress, they will stress. So, keep a steady head on your shoulders, remember that planning ahead is the best advice one can give and you will be sure to enjoy every minute of the special event.
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography
Dancing
the day away How hosting an afternoon wedding can cut costs and live up to your expectations By: Jessica Bianchi
Editor of Confessions of a Thrifty Bride The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 14
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hen asked if given the chance to do it all over again, bride Katherine Shawhan is adamant that she’d plan an afternoon wedding reception “in a heartbeat”. When her and husband Andy got married this past September, they had a limited budget and an inclusive guest list. As a result, they decided to host a brunch reception, and loved every minute of it. “We saved money, we had a lot of fun, and we were able to give our guests a good party and a lot of quality food,” says Katherine. With the steady increase in the average cost of a wedding, couples are constantly looking for creative ways to save money. An option that is often overlooked is shifting the time of the wedding from the evening to during the day. Typically, this type of wedding would take place from about 11 a.m. to 5 p.m depending on the venue. Although not considered traditional, daytime weddings have the potential to be a pleasant divergence. With earlier weddings, it’s essential that you be mindful of the day’s timeline. Yes, it is likely that the bride and her ‘maids will have to wake extra early for primping. But that’s nothing that some extra sleep and a little caffeine can’t fix. Being a wedding that takes place during the day, the couple can shop around to see if either a Saturday or Sunday fits the bill. For a more upbeat event, pick the Saturday. This type of wedding has the flexibility to be less formal and more fun. The bride can get away with a short or tea-length dress and the groom can don a shirt and vest. Be sure to specify dress code on your invitation to avoid confusion among guests; this is probably a type of reception they’ve never attended. Appropriate attire for female guests is a cocktail or fancy sun dress, while the males can likely avoid wearing an uncomfortable tie. In the end, dress code is determined by the couple. Serve a mix of breakfast and lunch fare. Here you can get creative with your options – perhaps some sandwiches, an omelette station, or a full-on BBQ. The cost of food alone will lighten wedding expenses.
Angie, who works at The Doctor’s House in Kleinburg, ON says afternoon receptions are a newer service gaining popularity at their charming venue. Couples who are looking to save money are encouraged to consider a lunch reception. According to Angie, couples have the potential to save 35% on the cost per plate when booking an earlier event. An open bar can also have a draining effect on your budget; however, guests will not typically drink as much during the day. To keep both guests and your bank account happy, offer a variety of signature drinks. Try serving Bloody Marys, Mimosas, and Whiskey Gingers along with some local or homebrewed beer options. Katherine and Andy saved a bundle. “We saved $1,500 on food alone, over $500 on alcohol, and of course saving money on our bill meant we saved money on our service fee. It may not sound like much, but the budget for our entire wedding was $6,000”. The benefits of natural light can reduce your lighting and decor budget, especially if your venue requires little embellishment. Shooting your wedding photos during the day will make for exceptional quality. You also have the option of snapping photos once the reception is over which will allow you to capture the
golden light of dusk. Remember to touch up your hair and makeup! “My favorite part was definitely the sunlight streaming in through the windows. The dance floor lit up with natural light as I danced with my new husband, my father, and all of my friends,” says Katherine. “Everything had a natural warmth to it that no amount of DIY crafting or obsessive planning could provide”. If you and your future spouse are worried that the daylight will deter your crowd’s celebratory spirit, remember that the atmosphere is determined by the hosts. Make sure that your band or DJ is playing some dance-worthy tunes to get the party started. Consider a whimsical theme, like an afternoon Carnival, to set the vibe. If the festivities have wrapped up and you’re still in the mood for some celebrating, invite your closest guests over for an after-party. You can host a dinner at home, or perhaps head in to the city for some more dancing. Either way, your perfect wedding day doesn’t have to be cookie-cutter. Katherine and Andy have no regrets about their perfect wedding day. “I was absolutely exhausted by the end of it, so much that I barely made it through our last dance. It was a blast, and almost all of our guests stuck around for the very last song.” The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 16
Featured Guest Writer Born in Scarborough, ON and currently residing in Markham, ON, Jesse is a freelance writer and a jack of all trades. He hopes to enter many industries and make a definite impact in the lives of young people.
- Jesse So
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Jack and Jonell Part 4
alph was on the phone as Jack and Jonell made their entrance; Ralph waved a hello to them both and continued on with the conversation he was having. Jonell raised a quizzical eyebrow as if to pose a question.
Jack thanked the man and walked ahead of Jonell
“Yes”, Jack said without looking at her, “He’s always like that...even at parties,”
what my last name was?” She asked curiously leaning
She chuckled as she took Jack’s arm and walked into the reception hall with him, the couple walked over to the sign-in table and looked for their names. “Anything I can help you with?” A man asked walking over briskly.
towards his table, “I guess this is where we part ways,” He said with a teasing frown.
“So it is,” Jonell said grinning, “How did you know into Jack and scanning his face with a thin smile.
“You look like a Mendez, I’m sorry, call me weird but I’m under the impression that all gorgeous Spanish speaking women carry Mendez as a last name.”
“I can only think of Eva Mendez,” Jonell said chuckling.
“Uh…our seats please.” Jack said still scanning the floor plan for their names.
“So right you are,” Jack said looking away as he pulled
“Mr. Chan, you are at table five; and your name madame?”
me Miss Mendez.” He whispered into her ear as he
“Jonell-”
He paused and leaned back into her, “Oh, and while
“Jonell Mendez.” Jack said cutting her off and finishing her sentence for her. “Ah, there you are,” the man said scanning the floor plan as Jonell gave Jack a bewildered look. “You are at table seven.” The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 17
away. “I have to go say hello to some clients, excuse moved away.
I’m gone, try not to attract too many boys.”
She smiled and pushed him away, “Go away, shoo.” He smiled teasingly back and approached a group of men standing by the bar area.
50 Shades of White
by Marcie Costello
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 18
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ow that I have your attention…. What do women really want? Let’s challenge some boundaries for a moment and consider that what we might expect from a wedding is for the most part, full of traditional ideals and sweet moments of sentiment. That’s quite lovely, really… it is. Now, let’s talk about other aspects of the wedding that we all think about, plan for, anxiously anticipate and are heart pounding palm sweating impacted by that day… SEX! We are women who know what we want and how to get it from start to finish on this day and everyday… Besides, do we wait to share ourselves with our husband until our wedding night anymore because our mother has advised us this is sensible?? Many women don’t, and it is your choice! Knowing how sexually compatible we are with the person responsible for making our nights everything from quiet and comforting to down right nasty is something we should take for a test run before we sign the contract… or at least that’s how some women feel. As a Wedding Photographer, I am seeing more and more women infusing their flavor into their big day… the flavor of sexuality making it their day, their way. It is refreshing and makes it truly personal. Sure, we surprise our guests with show stopping dance routines, surprise musicians and personal serenades but isn’t it more personal and meaningful to those whose day it really is and allow yourself to express and feel one’s self in complete harmony with your loved one? It’s magic…. I’m starting to see new ideas (or shall we say real ideas) that we are becoming more comfortable to use during this time… in a very sensual way. It starts by learning to let go of ‘control’ and shifting our focus from what we ‘should ‘ do to what we ‘want’ to do and suddenly the doors to a sensual wedding day are open. Plugging Grandma’s ears for a moment, sex and our
individual style of sexuality is what creates romance, lust and love… all things our guests hope to catch a glimpse of on your day. I am asked all the time to share ideas about these little moments that take stiff to sexy, traditional to edgy and even subtle to ‘hey now!’ It starts long before he asks you to share a life with him, long before your big day and hopefully lasts into your 40th wedding anniversary. Imagine starting a job interview off without a resume, without the right stilettos and without the thought of what you can offer that person to make them tick? Isn’t it the same for a marriage? Be careful … ignoring the element of sexy can lead to a bland wedding day, a dull marriage and a phone call to your girlfriend who cannot talk because one hand is stuck in a pair of handcuffs because her husband is busy saying thank you for her noon hour arousal. Let’s avoid that very unfortunate situation and sprinkle a little sexy in the everyday little moments of life… A sensual wedding day must start with you, the bride, feeling as though you are truly the Goddess of Love. You will smell of sultry and ooze of class. How do we break the traditional wedding day blahs? 1. Start by arranging the delivery of a small box to your groom to be. Inside, place a piece of lace, or silk… something to represent what you may be wearing on your wedding night. If you wish, you can add your perfume or even a photo of you – one that you had taken from your boudoir session (sexy photo shoot) just for this moment. 2. Begin his morning by sending a racy text to your groom before his feet even touch the floor on the big day. Send another if he replies, but no more after that. Leave him in wonder, leave him wanting.
3. At one point during your ceremony just stare at him. While the officiate is speaking, while your best man and maid of honor are signing on the witness line, just stare. Long, deep and full of emotion. It’s very sexy and he will melt.
2. Diamonds. They set the mood for deep, desire, classy and rare. You can find diamonds a la faux in many craft stores or event planning warehouses. These will spice up your décor.
4. Give your maid of honor a small feather, she doesn’t need to know what it’s for. Ask her to give it to you at the reception. Take the feather and run it up and down his arm, behind his neck or pass it to him and ask him to do the same to you. No one will see, but both of you will feel very connected… especially through many, many speeches.
3. Similar to diamonds would be to adorn both your ceremony and reception space with chandeliers. Many of them, all sizes and colours. Stunning. Sexy. Beautiful. Remember, they don’t need to be large lobby chandeliers in order to be a showstopper. One or two simple small sized chandeliers can be very delicate and divine.
5. Take the time to have someone go into your hotel suite and set up flower petals, beautiful jazz, your favorite bottle of red and anything else you may want handy that night. 6. During your reception, when everyone is focused on their meals or the buzz of the crowd, slip away with your groom and find a quiet corner to take a moment and say hello. Tide him over with a long and passionate kiss. 7. Have a few pieces of chocolate handy, perhaps it was brought to the head table ahead of time. During your reception, take a bite making sure you feed a piece to your groom. A simple and sexy pleasure that goes a long way. 8. Once you have arrived at your suite, don’t feel the need to rush into anything right away. Give him a sensual massage, whisper naughty things in each other’s ears, and take the time to explore each other. Your night will be more meaningful and more memorable. Of course there are other ways to bring sensual to your wedding day, more public ways translated as romantic if you will. Any of these ideas will convey your mood and desire to set such a tone: 1. Use feathers and lots of them. Large white ones, feather fans, peacock teal. All very romantic with a sense of style. The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 21
4. Silk. Use it wisely. The over use of silk can cross the tacky boundary. Use it as an accent over your shoulder, along a table or simply hanging from the wall sconces in your reception space. Subtle and sensual. 5. Elegant and very scripted fonts. From the save the date cards to the place setting name cards, these small items of paper can be a constant attention drawer to an unfortunate addition to the table. Paying attention to detail by making sure you have a certain amount of elegance in your stationary can add a very whimsy piece to the design of your wedding. So you see, you need to follow the beat of your heart, the sound of your mind and the way your groom makes you feel. Be yourself; be free and beautiful and confident. Show your groom all sides of you before, during and after that oh-so-special day. I can assure you, he will enjoy the parts he helped plan, and especially those moments that are completely unexpected. Take your connection beyond the bedroom and into the many moments of bliss and true joy throughout your wedding day by challenging the boundaries of tradition. Create a day with sensual aspects your guests can remember forever and also moments that just the two of you will share, and will continue to for a lifetime.
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography
Winter Skin Care Strategies by Rachel Rawana
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ven though the weather is sometimes misleading, you should be preparing for winter – which includes knowing how to protect your skin from the winter elements. The dry air and cold winds of Canadian winters can have a significant effect on your skin, and you will want to do everything you can to protect yourself. So, in addition to bundling up, here are some tips for how you can keep yourself lovely despite the harsh winter air!
Sun Screen
• Although it may seem odd, you should still use some sort of sunscreen on a daily basis – even if you won’t be tanning as you try to avoid the cold. For regular, every day activities, try using a moisturizer that has SPF15. • If you are going to be outside for any length of time (enjoying those slopes, or walking through a winter wonderland), you should use the same sunscreen you would use in the summer. The sunlight reflecting off of the snow can have the same effect on your skin as summer sun!
Lip Balm
• Just like your skin, your lips can become more sensitive during the winter months due to the dry air and harsh winds. Try using a quality moisturizing lip balm and avoid licking your lips to moisten them – this will actually cause them to crack more! While the brand, colour, or scent is up to you, here are some key ingredients to look for when looking to keep your lips ready for that possible mistletoe moment: • Paraben-free • Moisturizers like Vaseline, beeswax (cera alba), etc • Up to 5 percent of humectants — which increase water content, help prevent cracked skin and reduce skin irritation — like urea or glycerin • Dimethicone, which helps prevent drying and makes the product last longer The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 23
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• Lanolin and cocoa butter soften, moisturize and protects lips • Sunscreen • Try avoiding lip balms with the following, because they will actually dry out your lips. Using lipsticks or other lip colouring items every once in awhile is fine, but you should try and avoid using items with these ingredients as part of your daily regimen. • Fragrances and artificial colors can cause lip irritation • Menthol, camphor and phenol cool and anesthetize the lips, but can also dry your lips and/or produce redness and swelling • Alcohol is also a drying ingredient • Salicylic acid exfoliates and relieves pain but don’t use if you’re allergic to aspirin • Aloe butter moisturizes, heals and soothes, but can irritate lips • Vitamin E is an antioxidant and anti-aging, but can irritate lips
Showers
• It may sound counter-intuitive, but you should try and regulate how many long, hot showers you have during the winter, as these will actually dry out your skin even more! Try warming up with a nice cup of hot cocoa or apple cider instead, and try these tips when showering: 1. Take a short, warm shower 2. Pat your skin almost dry, and then apply your moisturizer of choice while your skin is still slightly damp
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• One of the best feelings is stepping into your toasty home after a long day, when you had to brave the winter weather. However, the air in your home can become very dry because your furnace will be in almost constant use. If you don’t have a humidifier built into your heating system, consider investing in a portable one. Humidifiers can help to prevent your skin from drying out, and they can also help you to avoid those irritating dry nasal cavities. For those of you who suffer from a dry or bleeding nose in the winter months, apply some petroleum jelly for short-term relief. • For those of us who may be on a tighter budget (we completely understand that your sister just HAD to have those designer earrings this year!), a simple solution is to place a small bowl of water beside your heating vents. Choose something small, decorative, or discreet, and refill it as needed. The
environment around the vents will absorb the water adding moisture to your air.
General Skin Care
• The best way to deal with dry skin is to hydrate from the inside out by drinking as much water as you can – all year round. The recommended 8 glasses of water a day will flush countless toxins from your body, while also helping to keep your skin healthy and fresh. • In the meantime, you can also try this firming facial mask: • 1 egg white • 1 package unflavored gelatin • 2 tablespoons fresh peppermint leaves • 1/2 grapefruit or passion fruit (Passion fruit is considered to be among one of the most powerful of the fruit acids with strong antioxidant, exfoliant, and antibacterial properties to heal and protect the skin.) 1. Using a mixer, whip the egg white until stiff peaks form then continue to whip while gradually sprinkling in the unflavored gelatin. 2. Finely mince the peppermint leaves, mash 1/2 of the grapefruit or passion fruit completely and add both ingredients gradually to the egg whites, whipping until thoroughly combined. 3. Apply to warm, freshly washed facial skin for 20 minutes. Rinse well with warm water. The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 24
Navigating by Carmelina Karas and Arti Patel
the Bridal Show
A
(And Making It Out Alive!)
h weddings. So beautiful, elegant and glamorous. But where do you start? How about visiting some bridal shows to get some ideas for your wedding? You grab a bunch of your close friends, mother and mother in law, or bridesmaids and try out your first bridal show. You arrive and the second you walk in the door, everyone starts handing you bags and flyers and business cards. Do you have a photographer booked? Do you have a venue yet? Here, try my cake! Want your hair and makeup done? By the time you’ve walked down the aisles, your arms and brain are being weighed down by the massive amount of information that was thrown at you, your feet are tired, and all you want to do it get out! If you are lucky, you might have an hour break during the show to sit and watch a fashion show and lovely parade of flowers, jewellery, and hot men in suits! We have navigated the bridal shows both small and large to come up with some tips so that you don’t become too overwhelmed.
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1. Gather a Team
Don’t get in on this alone. Gather up a group of gals including your bridesmaids, friends and yes, even your mother (because we all know she can be your biggest critic). Split up and grab photos and business cards from different vendors.
4. Talk to a Photographer in Person
Email chatter and looking at their website is one thing, but to see if personalities clash, talk to the photographer and get a sense of how he or she does their work.
2. Plan Ahead
Before you go to a bridal show, create a label with your name, fiancée’s name, email address, phone number so you can easily enter every contest you please.
3. Eat
This is a fun one: try everything. Literally, if you want to find the best option for your wedding, try every cake or dessert you can to know what you like and prefer.
5. Find A DJ That Plays Your Tunes
If you have cultural music at your wedding, talk to the DJ to see if they have experience with that type of music. And of course, talk about your music taste.
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6. Check Out The Dresses
7. Make Decisions
8. Grab Reading Material
9. Bring Him Along
It may be overwhelming with a lot of people there, but if you can, check out bridal booths to try on dresses, shoes and tiaras to see what styles you like best.
Inspiration can easily be found in reading items. Make sure you grab free magazines when you can – they can cost up to $10 at stores.
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Look, you’re going to a bridal show, chances are you’re going to see a lot of things you’re not going to be interested in. It can be overwhelming, confusing and tiresome. Our advice to not take information from any company you are not interested in, it will only weigh you down.
Yes, it may ruin the perfect girls afternoon out, but if you want to make real decisions and get your wedding started, bring along your other half to help you make decisions and keep you on budget.
Parties before the
Party by Brianne Mouat
Photography by:
Marcie Costello Photography The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 28
W
e all look forward to weddings because it is one large love affair! I apologize for all those constantly stuck at the singles table or with temperamental Uncle Gary, but that’s a different article. Did you know that before the wedding itself, there are many parties to get you in the mood? No need to get overwhelmed or reach for three large scoops of double chocolate ice cream in the freezer because I’m going to give you the full scoop on everything you need to know! There is no right or wrong number of how many parties you have before the big day. It’s all about what you, your future spouse and your family are comfortable with. Some common parties include the engagement party, the Jack and Jill, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and the infamous yet slightly dangerous bachelorette and bachelor parties.
Engagement Party
You’ve just announced that you are getting hitched and it’s time for the love from family and friends to pour in. This is typically the first party to be thrown so that everyone can come together and congratulate you in person. The bridal party is selected beforehand so that all guests can be introduced formally. This also saves the awkward situation where the overzealous coworker arrives thinking she is in the bridal party when you are really “just friends”. Most couples will already have started their bridal registry in case guests would like to provide gifts. While not required at this point, it is good etiquette to provide some sort of present to the future bride and groom. If your budget cannot afford their registry items, a simple bottle of wine goes a long way to wish the couple well. This night is all about delicious food, great conversation, happiness, love, drinks…and more drinks!
Jack and Jill
This party, also known as a Stag and Doe, is filled with games and entertainment to help raise funds for the happy couple. The entrance fee is typically between $10$20 and drink and game tickets can be purchased. Games don’t have to be extravagant and can be as simple as a bean bag toss. It may not sound exciting, but after a few drinks you won’t want to stop until you’ve tossed the bag
Photography by: Carmelina Karas
into the farthest ring! The Jack and Jill is the ultimate birthday party for adults. Instead of receiving loot bags, you get prizes from the raffles and games you participate in. In addition, you make great memories with fun people!
Bridal Shower
There can be one or multiple bridal showers leading up to the wedding. Some are theme related to cover all the things the bride and groom will need after tying the knot, such as small appliances and household items. Others may be smaller in numbers hosted by a specific group of the bride’s friends, such as high school or university classmates. Bridal showers can be separated into friends, family, coworkers, and the groom’s side women. One shower can be dedicated to giving the couple a well-deserved honeymoon. Even though bridal showers are for the bride, it’s becoming increasingly common to have the groom attend as well. The responsibility of the shower usually falls into the hands of the bridal party and the bride’s immediate female family members (such as her mother, aunts, and cousins). Depending on the size, it can be held in someone’s house, to keep things cozy, or you can rent a banquet hall or community centre and have everyone there at once. At these larger functions, the bride usually is only able to give a quick “hello and thanks for coming” to each guest and spends most of her time opening the multitude of gifts she has been showered with.
The Bachelor(ette) Party
There is no cookie cutter answer to this one. These parties are usually the last hurrah before marriage as a single person and to celebrate that you have found the one you want to spend the rest of your life with. Ideas include a small trip away, usually to Vegas or some other party destination, or it could involve having a spa weekend for the ladies or a golf weekend for the men. For the bigger partier, you can get into casinos, alcohol, and renting a limo and hotel for a night out at a club. The bride/groom should always have the final say on what goes on at these parties, except that usually is never the case since your friends want to make sure your single life ends with a bang. Other than
questionable pictures ending up online the day after, there isn’t much for your future spouse to worry about when you are in good company. My advice, just enjoy the night planned for you!
The Rehearsal Dinner
This party has a different energy altogether. It’s a chance to gather the bridal party, close friends, and family the day before the wedding. It’s an intimate, warm hearted The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 30
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography
event where love is overflowing in anticipation for the day to come. Here you do a full walkthrough of the ceremony and then join together for a relaxing dinner. The actual dinner can be done a day or two before the wedding, depending on scheduling with your venue and your cultural tradition. It is a chance for everyone to reflect on the journey thus far that the future bride and groom have shared and enjoy the possibilities of what the future may hold. The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 31
Choose the parties that work best for your time, schedule, personal style, and budget. While planning these parties before your big day may seem stressful, just remember you have support from your bridal party, friends, and family to assist you in organizing these events. Besides, you only get married once (unless you are Elizabeth Taylor) so enjoy everything this wedding rollercoaster has to offer!
Weddings
with a
French
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Photography by:
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S
ome of the early French wedding traditions are still carried on in today’s wedding. A French wedding expresses elegance and grace. During the medieval and renaissance period, wedding dresses were simply elaborate versions of fashionable dresses and not required to be a specific color. The bride most often wore the finest dress she owned and would embellish it with jewelry, embroidery, lace, bows and tassels. The white dress tradition itself was introduced centuries earlier by Ann of Brittany, daughter of Francis II, in 1499. The color white, like in many cultures, symbolises the bride’s purity and innocence. In a biblical point of view, it is believed that the color symbolises joy and blue represents purity. Up until the 19th century, brides could and would wear any color they desired, including black if the bride groom was a widower. According to French traditions, the wedding armoire, known as a hope chest is used for the bride’s trousseau, which literally means bundles of linens and cloth. The wedding armoire is usually hand crafted by the father of the bride and is given to her when she is a child. As the bride grows up, she will fill the armoire with her own fine cloths and take them to her husband’s house after getting married. This tradition began to alter during the 18th century. Wedding armoires were manufactured by craftsmen and given to the bride as a wedding gift, later on, that tradition evolved as well, as guests would gift the bride with gowns she could take with her on her honeymoon. Trousseaus were also given to the bride during her bridal shower. The traditional French wedding ceremony is still practiced in small villages. In French custom, the groom calls his bride the morning of the wedding and escorts The Wedding Planner Magazine GTA • Winter 2013 • Page 33
her to the wedding chapel. As the couple is headed to the chapel, music is in the air and the bride walks into the chapel with her father as the groom walks in with his mother. It is also customary for children to block the bride’s entrance to the chapel with white ribbons, which the bride must cut. The chapel is normally filled with flowers and the couple stands under a silk awning. A veil, which is a small square piece of fabric, known as carre is held over the bride’s and groom’s head as they receive the priest’s first blessing. The veil is designed to protect the couple from evil and the same veil is used for the baptism of the couple’s first born child. As the couple exits the church, rice and wheat are showered upon them as a symbol of prosperity and fertility. In the Southern parts of France, guests toss candy and coins at children waiting on the doorstep of the chapel. As the newly married couple walk down from the church, they walk under a flower covered arch. The tradition of using fresh flowers at the wedding is still practiced today. It is believed that fresh flowers will ward off evil and the fresh smell is a bonus. The most popular flower is the orange blossom as it represents fertility and prosperity. Before the reception, guests bring small cakes and stack them as high as possible in the center of the table. If the couple can kiss over the cakes without knocking them down, it means that the couple will live a long life of prosperity. During the reception, the couple toasts each with an engraved two handled cup, usually a precious family heirloom. Like most traditional weddings, the reception is where the drinking and the clinking of glasses take place. The couple and guests dance in celebration as they are mari et femme.
Weddings
with a
Jamaican
Flair - Renu Eapen
Photography by:
Marcie Costello Photography
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Jamaican wedding calls for family reunion. Although many Jamaican traditions are not followed anymore, some have managed to stay current. When a couple gets married, the whole community is involved in the wedding process. The detailed preparation for the ceremony includes cooking great amounts of food for the reception and baking large amounts of cakes. On the day of the wedding, the cakes are taken to the wedding location by a married woman wearing a white dress and head ties. No one speaks during this formal procession and the cakes themselves are covered by a white lace so that the bride does not see them until after the wedding. Before the ceremony takes place, games and music are played and the guests feast over great quantities of food. The festivities last until the dawn of the next day, which is when family and close friends pray for the couple before they leave for the ceremony. The wedding ceremony follows the parameters of an English wedding. The reception is normally held at the grooms house. A booth is normally built as an extension to the house
specifically for the reception, with coconut boughs and is decorated with flowers. The reception follows the same order as an English reception and includes the cutting of the cake, toasting to the couple, and of course lots of drinking, dining and dancing. On the Sunday after the wedding, known as the Tun T’anks Sunday, the wedding party goes to church and then gathers at the bride’s parent’s house for another celebration. The second celebration is often more elaborate than the first one, with more food, cakes and drinks served. After the reception, the couple will go to their new home. It is a traditional practice for the couple to take a week break from work, and friends and family bring the couple food. One party is just not enough, Jamaicans love their weddings and know how to make a celebration of it.
Weddings with a Scottish Flair - Renu Eapen
Photography by:
Raph Nogal Photography
I
f there is one cultural wedding that has a unique style and a way of its ownit’s the Scottish wedding. During the medieval period, The Celtic church would proclaim the ‘banns of marriage’ for three consecutive Sundays. This practice later changed to simply ‘giving a notice of intent’ to a registry office several weeks before the wedding. Celtic Scottish weddings included a practice where the bride and groom would rip their wedding plaids and tie two strips together as a symbol of unity between the two families. Scottish traditions differ according to the areas. According to the Gaelic traditions, it is unlucky to marry in the month of May or during the waning moon. In some islands of Scotland, it is traditional to sprinkle water on the marriage bed and bless it. Some places practice the tradition where the bride and the groom sleep in a barn on their first night, while others have the couple stay in the bride’s house for a week after the wedding. Long ago, it was normal for the whole village to take part in planning the wedding. People lined up on the streets near the church to cheer on the new happy couple before they took their vows. The exchange of the rings has always been the most important part of the wedding ceremony. In the Scottish culture it is believed that a ring has no end, just like a marriage. The kissing of the bride takes place after the rings are exchanged and this often leads to loud cheering from the guests. After the wedding ceremony, a piper or a group of pipers lead the group of guests down the street to a relative’s house for celebration. Pipers often get the dancing started and tradition has it that the couple will be a part of the first dance, normally a reel dance. After the grand eating, drinking and dancing is complete, the bride and groom go to their new home. There is an ancient tradition where the groom carries the bride over the doorstep to ward off evil spirits. Sometimes a priest will come to bless the house and the couple’s bed. Modern day Scottish weddings include some of these traditions in a slightly altered form. Traditional Gaelic hymns are often played at weddings and the bride is often piped down the aisle. The ‘Highland Wedding’ tune is still a popular tune to play today. The one thing that makes a Scottish wedding interesting is the traditional dress. The use of highland dress and the kilt, jacket, dirk and sporran is still practiced today. Scottish brides normally wear a white or cream colored dress with a veil. The groom and the groom’s party, all wear the Highland dress. Sometimes, the bride might even wear a horseshoe on her arm for good luck. The tradition of the bride holding something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue is still practiced. Flower petals or paper confetti are often thrown at the couple when they leave the church.
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