My mom bought this traditional chinese wedding gown from China. The gold plate is a gift my grandma...
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07/16/2007
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Wedding Dance
Time well spent
What better excuse to learn how to dance together, than for your wedding?
Aside from how great a coordinated dance looks on the big night, the learning process is one that takes trust, willingness to learn and adapt, perseverance, and of course patience! Even for a couple who has been together for years, it can be a good reminder warm-up for marriage (but don't worry, even if you don't dance like the "stars" afterwards, you can still have a great marriage!) and it's the getting there that counts. For the past few months, we have been trying to learn Argentinian Tango, which was completely new to both of us. It's certainly been a challenge. Dancing seems to use a different part of my brain that is sometimes there, and sometimes not! I have to hand it to my partner - who's great at leading, despite what he says. Other great dances for weddings I have seen: my friends N and J did a great Samba routine, another couple I know did a lovely Waltz. Please comment if you've seen other wedding dances! However we dance in the end - it's all about the passion and the smile, and that's something I think we can manage. (Um, and the dress... ! Any opinions on long vs. short?) :) Photo credit goes to: http://blog.johnandrewsphotography.com/2005/11/25/lets-tango/ |
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07/12/2007
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A Burberry Flower Girl
Simple yet stylish for a child who needs no embellishment
I've purchased the perfect dress for my flower girl. She's so lovely that a simple dress will look best, and it's a dress that she can wear more than once. By Burberry, it's made of a satiny cotton, and has no itchy places that might be uncomfortable for her. Aren't the little puffy shoulders adorable? It's a pale gold colour, with a brown and beige ribbon.
This will be great with ribbons in her hair, and flowers in her hands. Purchased at Holt Renfrew. Brides may want to think about buying a stylish, yet practical dress from an upscale department store or other children's store, as opposed to a bridal shop. It can make more sense cost-wise, and children are beautiful and photogenic as they are. |
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06/28/2007
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Cake or Dessert?
Have your cake and eat it too
I heard this idea from a friend:
For those of you ordering a fixed catering menu (appetizer, entree and dessert) and serving the cake afterwards, you might be concerned that people won't eat their cake since they'll be full from dinner - particularly if the dinner ends late at night. Ask your caterer if they'll substitute the dessert for hors d'oeuvres for the cocktail or pre-dinner hour, and then guests can help themselves to cake for dessert. That way, the cake gets eaten - which is great, especially if you've put lots of thought into your cake, and/or are having it made by a very good baker. My friend did this successfully - her cake was very special, with each layer a different flavour that had a special significance attached to each. It was delicious! I had some of the carrot layer... mmmm... I will also be using the same baker/artist! :) The key photo here is from www.cakepower.com. The other photos are from www.velvetrabbitstudios.com/blog. |
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06/25/2007
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Behind-the-scenes Queen
Having an on-site coordinator a.k.a. "that bitch who tells everyone what to do"
My very good friend N just had her wedding a few weeks ago and it was FANTASTIC. Very personal, beautiful and lots of fun! I had the good fortune of getting married in the same year, so we've been wedding buddies. She's just agreed to be my Behind-the-scenes Queen for my wedding day.
This is an invaluable role, and all you brides who are planning their own weddings may want to consider asking a friend to do this, if you have not already. I know that I do not want to be bothered by any details at all on The Big Day, and it's heaven knowing that there's someone I trust who is not in the bridal party, who will: - Be the go-to person for all helpers - Be the contact for all vendors: cake, caterer, dj set-up, etc.. - Be on what she calls "Martha Stewart duty".. is that napkin off-center? that flower-petal looks under-curled...just making sure everything looks lovely. If you have a friend whom you trust that is willing to play this role then you are very fortunate indeed. If you can find someone who has planned a wedding recently, than you are even luckier, and honour them accordingly! |
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05/28/2007
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Wedding Hair Style
An up-do for fun!
On my birthday, I thought I'd get my hair styled in an up-do for the fun of it. It turned out a lot like how I would do my hair for the wedding if I decide to put it up. (my fiancé likes it down - but it would hold better if up...) Here are a few shots taken after I'd been on a plane, and been rained on - not too bad! :)
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04/24/2007
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Wedding Dress
Wedding Dress Number Two
As mentioned in previous posts, I plan to change dresses during the celebration. I'm very excited to have found my dream dress number 2 just this past weekend in Toronto. I first saw it while wedding dress shopping with a friend in Montreal the week before, and it was fate.
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04/24/2007
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Wedding Dress
My First Wedding Purchase
I wanted to mention that the first thing I purchased back in January was my wedding dress, about 2 weeks after we got engaged. It was the first dress I loved. Can you believe it? In the spirit of re-use and recycling, I was lucky enough to find my Justina McCaffrey dream dress online, gently used! Thank you former bride!
It's a perfect fit too - so no alterations! (as long as my body doesn't alter itself to the larger side between now and the wedding) |
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03/30/2007
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Ceremony and Reception Venue
National Art Gallery of Canada
Went back to the gallery last night for another look.
We've decided to hold our ceremony and reception at the same venue. Although it doesn't leave time for pictures between the ceremony and dinner, it will give great continuity for the event, and people only need to get to one place (park once!).. The venue we have is very well suited to pulling this off, so despite any drawbacks, we will go for it. Ceremony to take place at sunset. |
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03/21/2007
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Flower Girls!
Stealers of All Attention... Including Mine
What can I say? I can't help but want to dress them like dolls. I'm looking forward to doing a wedding photo with just all the children present at the wedding. We're predicting many of them (our friends have been busy). In fact, probably 1 in 5 guests will be knee-high or so. This will make us feel tall. (for once)
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03/21/2007
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Brides in the City
A Great Resource for the Modern Bride
I'd love to say that I discovered Holly, but in fact, she found me and sent me an email via this very blog. Holly is the owner and designer of TearDrop Weddings, and if you're in the market for invitations or cards - she does some brilliant, delightful and original work, which you can see from her website. If you're in the market for anything else wedding related, especially in the Toronto area, she reveals a treasure of stylish and contemporary resources in her blog: Brides in the City.
I foresee a shopping trip to Toronto in my near future... http://www.teardropweddings.com http://www.bridesinthecity.typepad.com/ |
amyautumn07
| 5 | years since wedding |
Amy
Denis
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