Dreamers Wedding and Events

Set or create a theme for your wedding which will help bring all the elements together. A great color combination for a Hindu wedding can be Pink and Green! These colors are vibrant and work wonderfully together. It would be a garden inspired event, with beautiful pink and green flowers. The décor can also be pink, green and cream. The options for pink and green items are endless. Set the theme, set the mood and fuse modernism with traditionalism!

Row 1: Attire: Pink and white lengha; Invitations: vibrant green invitations from Indian Wedding Card; Tent: Beautiful cream Indian inspired tents from Raj Tents;Row 2: Décor: A clear glass globe vase, featuring a bouquet of hot pink gerberas, orange spray roses, orange bi-color roses and green button chrysanthemums, accented with oregonia, an inspiration from Boston Blooms; Attire: Pink accessories; Favor: Pink and green favour box from Karen Smallbone ; Cake: Butterfly Sweets.Row 3: Cake topper: Wedding Star; Cake: Noisette Pastry Works; Mandap: Pink and Green Mandap from Design 2 Décor; Attire: Cream and light pink sari;Row 4: Invitations: Garden inspired wedding invitations from Carte Blanche; Attire: Pink and gold bangles; Favors: Lollipops from Karen Smallbone; Décor: Lime. Row 5: Transportation; Mehndi; Place Cards: Tulip in silver pot wedding place cards from Impressions Are Everything; Lighting: Morrocan Inspired Lights from Kaboodle.

VEIL:

When you are choosing your veil there are some key items that you need to consider, the first being the shape of your face. The basic face shapes are oval, round, oblong, heart, diamond, square, rectangular, and triangular. By placing yourself into one of these categories you can narrow down your options.

Commonly used veils:

FLYAWAY: A multilayered veil that just brushes the shoulders.

FOUNTAIN: This veil is gathered at the crown of the head to create a cascading effect around the face. It is usually shoulder or elbow length.

MANTILLA: A long, Spanish-style, circular pieces of lace that frames the face. Made with either of lace or lace-edged tulle, the mantilla is usually secured with a comb.

POUF: A gathered piece of tulle or netting that fastens to a comb or headpiece to create height for the veil.

WALTZ: A veil length that falls somewhere between the knee and the ankle

BLUSHER: A short, single layer of veiling.

CHAPEL: A formal veil that extends to the floor, the chapel falls 2 ½ yards from the headpiece.

CATHEDRAL: The most formal, and falls 3 ½ yards from the headpiece.

DOUBLE TIER: A veil of two layers, usually of different lengths.

ELBOW: This veil falls right to the length of the brides elbow.

FINGERTIP: Used often for ball gowns, this extends to the fingertips

SPLURGE ON SHOES:

Your wedding shoes should be comfortable, exquisite and with Sex and the City movie days away we cannot go without discussing shoes!! Shoes have a significant impact on any wardrobe. Most women love their shoes and on their wedding day they want nothing better but to look their best!

Row 1: Christian Louboutin; Manolo Blahnik, Michael Kors,

Row 2: Garzia Alicia, Oscar De La Renta, Jimmy Choo,

Row 3: Vera Wang, Stuart Weitzman, Stuart Weitzman,

Row 4: Cynthia Rowley , Slavatore Ferragamo, Michael Antonio

List of different shoes:

BALLET SLIPPER: A flat, soft stain shoes.

FLAT: A shoe with a heel height of less than ½ inch.

MARYJANE: A round-toed shoe with a single strap across the instep.

MULE: A slip-on shoe without a back strap or Achilles support.

PUMP: A closed-toe, slip-on with a medium to high heel.

SANDAL: An open-toe shoe with straps across the toes, of various heel heights.

ANKLE STRAP: A shoe with a strap that fastens around the ankle.

SLINGBACK: A shoe with a strap at the back that fastens across the Achilles tendon.

The vows, the first dance, and the many toasts are preceded with the last highlight, the cutting of the cake. The custom of the newly wed cutting the cake together and feeding it to one another is a representation of new beginnings and the ways in which they will provide for one another.

There are plenty of options when it comes to choosing your cake. There are lemon, coconut, praline, carrot, chocolate fudge, spice cake and many more! There are also many options when it comes down to choosing the shape of your cake. The only real limit is your imagination and your budget. There are many talented bakers who can make just about anything! Gilded leaves, pleated silk, whorled seashells, grosgrain ribbon, and so on forth.  

(Left to Right) Row 1: Winter Wonderland: Shirley Sweet Creations; Chocolate with Lemon: Allyson Meredith; Shades of Pink Hydrangea: Cake Therapy; Row 2: Choclate Bow: Noisette Pastry Works; Morocco: The Wedding Cake Shoppe; Chocolate Aphrodite: Noisette Pastry Works 

• Contact your baker at least three to six months in advance and interview your top choices. Ask to see their portfolio.
• Once you have a chosen a baker, fill out the contract. Make sure the contract has all the required information such as; the price (tell them your budget), method of delivery, and replacement in case of a mishap.
• If you want to save some money on the cake, use fresh flowers rather than gum-paste ones.
• A baker will work closely with you to create a cake that reflects the style of your event. They can take the inspiration from your décor, or your dress.
• You can choose different flavors for each layer (which is more costly) When you are choosing the flavor consider the weather and time of your wedding. Summer wedding….
• You can use different types of icing for your cake, most cakes are iced with either 

(i) Fondant- a paste of sugar, water, and corn syrup tends to have a satiny, almost shell-like finish which is best for cakes with ornate decorations

(ii) Marzipan- a mixture of almond paste and sugar, also holds up very well and it is made from egg whites, butter and sugar.

(iii) Butter cream frosting- is light and fluffy and takes color and flavor well. This tends to melt in hot humid conditions.

The current spring trend for fashion is to add some color to your wardrobe, living space and makeup. Why not do the same for your wedding? Add vibrant colors which will brighten up your special day and create a bold and beautiful look. Consider orange and pink! These colors can be wondrous and liven up any space. Here are some ideas:

(Left to Right) Row 1: Invitation: Whitney English Paper; Floral Arrangement: Hot pink gerberas, orange spray roses, orange bi-color roses with green button chrysanthemums accented with oregonia- From Your Flowers ; Cake: Vinchet; Row 2: Favors: Pink and orange wiskets with cherry chocolates (wiskets from Design Ideas and cherry chocolates from Harry and David) Bridesmaid Dress: A Halter, knee length with a both a large tying bow from Ritche; Cocktail: Orange Drop Martini

Another great color combination would be Turquoise and Fuchsia;

Top to left: Row 1: Bridesmaid Dress: Turquoise knee length dress ; Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas ; Flower: Peonies; Row 2: Favors: Nonnie Waller’s; Cake: Allyson Meredith Cakes; Cocktail: Cointreaupolitan

Recycle, reduce and reuse. There are many ways you can add style to your wedding and stay true to your beliefs. Here are some ideas and suggestions and if you want more ideas check out Emily Anderson’s Eco-Chic Weddings!

Wedding Rings:

An engagement and wedding ring reflects and signifies your love and commitment to one another. Diamonds, “conflict diamonds” are the most sought after mineral and it is surrounded by controversy.

• Therefore, when you are purchasing a diamond ring you should request for a ‘certification of origin’. This certification will provide you with the background information on your diamond.
• Another idea would be to purchase a used, vintage or antique ring. Celebrity and actress, Jennifer Love Hewitt, from Ghost Whisperer received a beautiful antique engagement ring from fiancé, Ross McCall. The ring is a heirloom and has been in the family for centuries.

Venue:

When you are choosing a venue consider something that is a reflection of you and your partner. Choose something that would require diminutive decoration.

Find a venue that utilizes natural resources and helps to improve the environment. Consider a non-profit museum, or various other cultural centers. If you are looking into having an outdoor wedding, a vineyard would be a great option.

These are some the questions you should consider asking:

• What are their recycling policies and do they compost leftover food?
• Can you host the ceremony and the reception at this location?
• Where do they purchase their food, and do they support local and regional farmers?

Invitations:

Your wedding invitation sets the theme, the mood and personifies your style. But it does not necessarily have to be on paper!

• Send out evites, that can be customized to your taste, by a web designer. People can reply electronically and this cuts cost and saves trees.
• If you still want to mail out invites, choose handmade papers. There are many artisans that can create beautiful invitations through this way.
• Or use recycled papers for your invitations, response cards and thank you cards. Encourage recycling on your cards, by adding a note stating “please recycle”

Twisted Limb Paper makes wonderful handmade 100% recycled invitations:

Joy by Mel Lim is an exquisite artist with wonderful designs which she implements on eco-conscious paper products. For more of her work visit http://joybymellim.com

Go for something local and take a look into papayabreadcrumb a toronto based invitation company that also uses handmade paper.

Wedding Attire:

You can look beautiful, classy, and stylish while being environmentally friendly. There are a lot of alternatives out there when you are choosing your wedding attire. For example,

• There is organic cotton, which is grown without the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers, pesticides, growth regulators, or defoliants.
• Another option is to wear your mothers wedding dress, which you can have altered to your style!

Flowers and Décor:

Here are some great ideas from Rachel Ray!

Centerpieces, backdrops, linens, are a just a few of the many things that you can employ to set the theme,and mood. However, depending on the location, you can limit the use of these items.

• Go for flowers that are in season, organically grown, and can also serve as a dual-purpose, used at the ceremony and reception.
• Stay away from balloons, they are harmful for animals!
  

Wedding Favors:

There are many ways to thank you guests for joining you on your special day. Often guests throw away the favors, and it is difficult to find something that can please everyone.

• You do not HAVE to do favors; you can simply make a donation to a charity close to heart.
• Guests can also be given something edible. They can be given a jar of homemade or organic jam, or homemade cookies or mini cupcakes.

Menu:

The menu is an important element of the wedding and the guests will always remember it. There are many ways to make the meal both delicious and environmentally friendly.

• When it comes to choosing a caterer, choose one that works with organic foods.
• Consider buying organic wine at wholesale, in which you will pay a corkage fee, but you will save some money!
• Utilize platter, utensils, glasses and napkins that can be used more than once. Avoid plastics!

Browsing through the internet you will come across numerous vendors that solely focus on providing their couples environmentally friendly options.

Dreamers Wedding and Events would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a HAPPY EASTER! Spring has finally arrived! This first spring holiday provides us the opportunity to celebrate in various ways.

Easter is originally a Pagan festival, in honor of Eastre, the goddess of spring, but today it is celebrated by Christians. It honors the resurrection of Jesus, as well as mark the 40-day period of reflection known as lent.

Celebrate by having a intimate lunch with family and friends. Brighten and freshen up the home with Tulips and Lilies. Set up your table with fun pastel colors such as lime greens, bright pinks and pale yellows.

Create little favors for your guest: Take a petite wire basket and fill it up with sphagnum moss or Easter grass and fill with a handful of foiled wrapped Easter eggs.

If you want to give your family and friends a favor they can forever remember consider, Royal Copenhagan, they currently have beautiful Blue Fluted Easter eggs, which come in five to four different styles. Visit www.royalcophengan.com, for more information!

Create a light and fun meal such as a spring salad and magnificent baked salmon with oven roasted asparagus. As for the Easter dessert or spring treats create little cupcakes topped with pastel colored icing. OR scoops of mango sorbet in chocolate eggshell!

For the adults you can create a fun cocktail:

RABBITS REVENGE:

Glass: 5 oz/145mL Fancy Cocktail Glass

Mixers: 1 ½ oz/45mL Bourbon

3 dashes Gernadine Cordial

1 oz/30mL Pineapple Juice

Cracked Ice

Tonic Water

Method: Shake ingredients except tonic water and strain into a tumbler glass. Top up with tonic water and garnish with orange slice to serve.

Flowers are an important element in a wedding. It can simply be an accessory or set the stage or create the mood for the celebration itself.

There are a few criterions to keep in mind in selecting wedding flowers.

The shape of the brides bouquet should reflect the shape of the dress. A full, elaborate ball gown with a beautiful train needs classic blooms. A lush arrangement of lily of the valley mixed with bouvardia or a lush arrangement of roses would beautifully accent a ball gown. A voluminous circle or cascade would be your best bet!

A plainer, slimmer style of gown requires less traditional blooms such as a loose arrangement of calla lilies or lavender sweet pea. If you are tall or full-figured you might opt for a fuller bouquet. If you are petite steer far from a huge cascade.

There are several cost saving tips when purchasing the floral for your wedding.

i) BUY IN SEASON- with the aid of your florist choose a flower that will be grown naturally at the time of your wedding. This alone can save you a vast sum. To ensure that you receive the best deal, get your florist to purchase the best available flowers in your color palette a few days before the big day.

ii) AVOID HOLIDAYS- In a year there are specific days in which the prices of flowers soar. Eg. Valentines Day, Mothers Day. Avoid setting your wedding day on those days!

iii) FAKE IT- Replace those expensive flowers, such as orchids or lily of the valley with something that looks very similar and inexpensive. Your bouquet will still look gorgeous and your SAVING.

iv) USE YOUR SETTING- If you plan on getting married in a backyard, or in park or a vineyard choose a time when you know the flowers and trees will have bloomed. In the case of a vineyard choose the time when the grapes are ready to be harvested.

vi) THE ILLUSION- Using a large amount of small flowers such as lily of the valley or freesia can put a dent in your budget. Therefore try substituting for larger flowers such peonies, open roses or hydrangeas. You would require only a few to make a beautiful presentation.

vii) PEARS, APPLES, LEMONS- This is more commonly seen, nowadays. You can save extensively by adding limes or lemons to an arrangement. Use berries, ivy or add elephant leaves to fill in the space and cut cost.

We have just finished planning a little girls 2nd birthday party!! The party was a great success!

The theme….was

TINKERBELL!

The color palette included…greens, browns, purple and blues! The family room was transformed into a whimsical forest filled with fairies and butterflies.

The young fairy had a two tiered Tinkerbell cake and purple and green cupcakes.

The kids enjoyed games such as pin the flower on Tinkerbell…and did a scavenger hunt for fairies.

The night was a FAIRY success!!