P.S...they wowed their crowd with a awesome Viva Las Vegas choreographed first dance!! What a show!!
(All decor by Bridal Solutions Wedding Planning & Event Production)
Thursday, July 29, 2010
A True Love Story...The Big Day!
It's been a long time coming - pictures of Vanessa and Joey's beautiful wedding day!! I've shared their engagement session photos with you, as well as Joey's story and recovery. So without further delay, here are some of my favorite pictures from their wedding day!!
P.S...they wowed their crowd with a awesome Viva Las Vegas choreographed first dance!! What a show!!
(All decor by Bridal Solutions Wedding Planning & Event Production)
P.S...they wowed their crowd with a awesome Viva Las Vegas choreographed first dance!! What a show!!
(All decor by Bridal Solutions Wedding Planning & Event Production)
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
What Can A Wedding Planner Do For Us?
I recently had a consult that posed an interesting, but common question...."What can a wedding planner do for us?" There are several answers to that question and I thought I'd take this opportunity and blog about it.
I often explain to my clients (and potential clients) that we have been in the wedding industry for over ten years. Having that experience and more importantly, having built some amazing relationships with various professionals in the industry, we have the "in" that most couples will not have. We save couples time and frustration by having done all the "homework" on business' for you. For example, if you tell me your style, budget and overall look or theme that you're hoping to achieve on your wedding day, I can give you two or three venues that will suite that style, budget and look in a matter of minutes. The same applies for photographers and various other services. And if you've ever been to a bridal show, you know there are tons of venues, business' and personalities to comb through in order to find your right fit. Our experience allows us to know the reputable business' in the industry and quite honestly - the ones to stay away from.
An excellent wedding planner will save you enough money to cover her or his own fees. That's right, with our contacts we'll get preferred vendor discounts, but we'll also provide you cost effective measures to keep even the tightest budget on track. For example, have you ever considered that an a la cart menu, with an open bar, at some of the most expensive downtown venues, can be more cost effective while providing more food than the "wedding packages" they offer you? Most couples don't even consider this an option and assume it's more expensive, but we've done it and come away with some shocked couples when they breakdown the numbers! We'll give you some great ideas on scheduling events that will trim your budget, and we utilize all the wholesalers necessary in order to save you even more money, something that can only be done with a vendor's permit.
A great planner will also be able to fuse together your vision, taste, budget and style to help create the wedding of your dreams. This could mean creating centerpieces for you, developing your decor, including linens, backdrops, ceiling swags, etc,. If you're someone that has difficulty envisioning your wedding day or needs several suggestions on creating a day that works for you, then we'll help you with that also. Getting to know clients is key in wedding planning and developing a relationship with them that will transcend into their wedding day, is something you should come to expect from a great wedding planner.
I will end by telling you about an incident that occurred about three years ago at a wedding where the couple had planned their own wedding and hired us to coordinate their rehearsal and wedding day. Though I had confirmed the limousine two weeks prior to the wedding day, the driver called me on the wedding day morning to inform me they were overbooked and could not complete the job. Without wasting any time I made a call to one of my reliable partners in the industry and asked him to fill in. He agreed to do the job, free of charge as a favour to me and picked up all the necessary parties without the couple knowing anything about it on their wedding day. The couple, their family and friends enjoyed the wedding, the way it was meant to be.... seamlessly!
Happy Planning,
Liz B.
Bridal Solutions INC. Wedding Planning & Event Production
613-866-7935
I often explain to my clients (and potential clients) that we have been in the wedding industry for over ten years. Having that experience and more importantly, having built some amazing relationships with various professionals in the industry, we have the "in" that most couples will not have. We save couples time and frustration by having done all the "homework" on business' for you. For example, if you tell me your style, budget and overall look or theme that you're hoping to achieve on your wedding day, I can give you two or three venues that will suite that style, budget and look in a matter of minutes. The same applies for photographers and various other services. And if you've ever been to a bridal show, you know there are tons of venues, business' and personalities to comb through in order to find your right fit. Our experience allows us to know the reputable business' in the industry and quite honestly - the ones to stay away from.
An excellent wedding planner will save you enough money to cover her or his own fees. That's right, with our contacts we'll get preferred vendor discounts, but we'll also provide you cost effective measures to keep even the tightest budget on track. For example, have you ever considered that an a la cart menu, with an open bar, at some of the most expensive downtown venues, can be more cost effective while providing more food than the "wedding packages" they offer you? Most couples don't even consider this an option and assume it's more expensive, but we've done it and come away with some shocked couples when they breakdown the numbers! We'll give you some great ideas on scheduling events that will trim your budget, and we utilize all the wholesalers necessary in order to save you even more money, something that can only be done with a vendor's permit.
A great planner will also be able to fuse together your vision, taste, budget and style to help create the wedding of your dreams. This could mean creating centerpieces for you, developing your decor, including linens, backdrops, ceiling swags, etc,. If you're someone that has difficulty envisioning your wedding day or needs several suggestions on creating a day that works for you, then we'll help you with that also. Getting to know clients is key in wedding planning and developing a relationship with them that will transcend into their wedding day, is something you should come to expect from a great wedding planner.
I will end by telling you about an incident that occurred about three years ago at a wedding where the couple had planned their own wedding and hired us to coordinate their rehearsal and wedding day. Though I had confirmed the limousine two weeks prior to the wedding day, the driver called me on the wedding day morning to inform me they were overbooked and could not complete the job. Without wasting any time I made a call to one of my reliable partners in the industry and asked him to fill in. He agreed to do the job, free of charge as a favour to me and picked up all the necessary parties without the couple knowing anything about it on their wedding day. The couple, their family and friends enjoyed the wedding, the way it was meant to be.... seamlessly!
Happy Planning,
Liz B.
Bridal Solutions INC. Wedding Planning & Event Production
613-866-7935
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Jessica & Matt Get Married!
WOW! We're back from the Dominican and Jess and Matt, along with 23 of their guests enjoyed their beautiful destination wedding at Riu Bachata in Puerto Plata. What a fantastic week to bond with others and enjoy the company of their family and friends; they really had a wonderful group of family and friends with them! There is certainly something to be said about destination weddings and that is that the bonding that occurs during the week can not be created at a traditional wedding, as well as the focus really is on the couple and ceremony verses what some believe can at times turn into a bit of production at a local wedding.
The ceremony was held in a white gazebo overlooking the mountains, ocean and beautiful greenery - you could not have asked for a better location. Darryl Waddell, a talented photographer from Toronto took these amazing shots and I'm all too happy to share them with you! Apart from the curious on-lookers and dreamy guests, Dreamfilm Productions from Vancouver, B.C. was present, filming the ceremony and then interviewing Jess, Matt and myself. Dreamfilm Productions is currently working on a documentary which explores why couples continue to get legally married despite other options and the high divorce rate. The documentary will air in late January 2011, on CBC and we'll keep you posted with the details.
Apart from the beautiful wedding, we all enjoyed a day on a private catamaran, snorkeling, drinking and eating - arranged at a fraction of the price by myself. Many also took advantage of a three-hour city tour that was also arranged by yours truly and several guests had the pleasure of receiving upgraded rooms at no charge to them....boy it pays off to speak Spanish as my first language! :0 Lastly, we surpised the guests with a wonderful candy station at the private party held after the wedding dinner. A sweet surprise after one week withdrawal of any local candy and chocolate.
Congratulations Jess and Matt!! You're a wonderful couple and I wish you continued happiness!
Happy Planning to all!
Liz B
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
A True Love Story...part 2
Many of you have called or written me regarding my last blog about Joey & Vanessa. While everyone had great feedback about their pictures, some wondered what had happened to Joey at such a young age. With their permission, I will share their story as it really is a bitter-sweet one!
Joey and Vanessa dated for six years prior to their engagement on May 1st 2009 - their 6 year anniversary. Vanessa was thrilled and being a wedding planner herself, commenced planning her dream wedding right away. Then on June 14th 2009 she received a telephone call indicating Joey had been in a serious accident while motor crossing. As it turns out Joey had been leading the way through a dirt bike trail in Quebec, something he had done many times before, but this time he hit a rock and flew off his motocross. As his friends were a distance behind, they found him sometime later; he was unconscious. Upon arriving at the hospital, the doctors felt his injuries were more than their medical staff could handle and consequently had the ambulance transport him to the Ottawa Civic Hospital, Trauma Unit. Joey had broken his spine from T4 to T6 and crushed his spinal cored leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. He was rushed into surgery at 11pm at the Ottawa Civic hospital, where they straightened his spine with two metal rods and 12 screws. I remember visiting Joey and Vanessa at the hospital about three days after this horrible accident, Vanessa was so strong and positive and even Joey was smiling in between drifting off to sleep. They spent the next two weeks in the Trauma Unit at the Civic Hospital as Joey recovered from his surgery.
On June 29th he was transferred to the Ottawa Rehabilitation Center where he would learn to live his life without any movement and minimal sensation from the chest down. Here he would go through intensive physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and learn more then he ever thought he would know about his body. All of this happening while they continued to make plans for their wedding on May 1st, 2010. On September 29th Joey was discharged from the rehab center and finally was able to come home. He is now fully independent driving his new car and keeping busy with many sports such as alpine skiing, cycling, sledge hockey, and cross country skiing. Now with most of their wedding plans in place they can't wait to marry each other and quite honestly, I can't wait to witness it!!!!!
Keep up the great work Joey; love you both!
Happy Planning Everyone!
Liz B.
Joey and Vanessa dated for six years prior to their engagement on May 1st 2009 - their 6 year anniversary. Vanessa was thrilled and being a wedding planner herself, commenced planning her dream wedding right away. Then on June 14th 2009 she received a telephone call indicating Joey had been in a serious accident while motor crossing. As it turns out Joey had been leading the way through a dirt bike trail in Quebec, something he had done many times before, but this time he hit a rock and flew off his motocross. As his friends were a distance behind, they found him sometime later; he was unconscious. Upon arriving at the hospital, the doctors felt his injuries were more than their medical staff could handle and consequently had the ambulance transport him to the Ottawa Civic Hospital, Trauma Unit. Joey had broken his spine from T4 to T6 and crushed his spinal cored leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. He was rushed into surgery at 11pm at the Ottawa Civic hospital, where they straightened his spine with two metal rods and 12 screws. I remember visiting Joey and Vanessa at the hospital about three days after this horrible accident, Vanessa was so strong and positive and even Joey was smiling in between drifting off to sleep. They spent the next two weeks in the Trauma Unit at the Civic Hospital as Joey recovered from his surgery.
On June 29th he was transferred to the Ottawa Rehabilitation Center where he would learn to live his life without any movement and minimal sensation from the chest down. Here he would go through intensive physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and learn more then he ever thought he would know about his body. All of this happening while they continued to make plans for their wedding on May 1st, 2010. On September 29th Joey was discharged from the rehab center and finally was able to come home. He is now fully independent driving his new car and keeping busy with many sports such as alpine skiing, cycling, sledge hockey, and cross country skiing. Now with most of their wedding plans in place they can't wait to marry each other and quite honestly, I can't wait to witness it!!!!!
Keep up the great work Joey; love you both!
Happy Planning Everyone!
Liz B.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Our first May 2010 wedding couple!
Meet Vanessa and Joey.....wow do these guys ever adore each other! Vanessa works for Bridal Solutions INC and is a talented and valuable lead/consultant with us. She is the lady you'll always see with a smile on her face and someone that you can't help but like! I'm so excited for their upcoming wedding on May 1st that I thought I'd share these fantastic pictures, taken by Julie of Julie C. Butler Photography. Looking for a talented photographer?? Check her out!
Happy Planning!
Liz B.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Looking for a fantastic cake designer??
Hey brides and grooms,
If you haven't found that amazing wedding cake designer just yet, then look no further. We have the perfect recommendation for you! Take a look at these beautiful cakes and see for yourself. Barb from The Icing On The Cake is a talented...no, gifted cake designer that can bake any style and just about any flavour of cake that you might be looking for.
Check her out at http://www.theicingonthecake.ca/ She is well worth the drive!
Happy Planning!
Liz B.
(613) 866-7935
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