As a business owner I know what it is like to constantly be on the content rollercoaster trying to grow your business, get in front of your target audience and then repeating it over and over again. So today I am still talking about events, but I want to introduce you to a new way to boost your business by creating an event that intrigues your customers, brings them to you and allows you to get in front of them in person by helping them. I know your thinking, how am I going to add another thing onto my plate? And one that requires me to plan, budget and then leave my office to host an event ..read more

Why create a wedding timeline? I know you are already busy with so many wedding tasks so creating a wedding timeline is probably on the bottom of your list. BUT think of it this way. When you create a wedding timeline you know how your day is going to look. So when your photographer asks you when things are going to happen you can answer her. “Well the ceremony is going to happen at 2:00 and then the reception is going to happen 6:00 so we have from 2:30-6:00 to get our photos in” That was a little more basic than the wedding timeline I am talking about here, but you get the point. The weddin ..read more

There are so many fun wedding backdrop ideas out there and I love sharing this today because a beautiful backdrop is what frames the couple for all their wedding reception photos. Picture yourself at your head table happily newly married listening to all the speeches with a big smile, or kissing your partner when the glasses are clinked. The photographer snaps a photo and it is of you and your partner enjoying the evening with a giant EXIT sign above your head. As a wedding planner this is my pet peeve lol, I want your day to be perfect and for those photos that you get to enjoy later to show ..read more

On Tuesday night we went out in the evening to shoot the June Tablescape which was a beautiful Bridesmaid Picnic amongst the lilac bushes. It’s a great way to ask will you be my bridesmaid! It is the next day, Wednesday and the photos are edited and I COULD NOT RESIST writing this blog post to share with you ASAP!  That is 1 day photo turn around! Way to go LifeDotStyle Photography!! Not only did I get these photos immediately but they are incredible! So onto the amazing Bridesmaid Picnic theme that took everyone’s breath away when they walked up to it. This one is extra special because I rea ..read more

Pinterest wasn’t really a thing when I got married so planning your wedding was completely reliant on wedding magazines and Martha Stewart Weddings. Now that Pinterest has been around for a while and filled with many many wedding ideas it makes the perfect place for you to find all your ideas and create a online inspiration board. Pinterest will not only be helpful to you during your planning but every vendor you are working with. The bridal boutique will get to see all those dresses you’ve been eyeing so they know the styles to pull for you.  The florist the type of flowers that catch your e ..read more

Deciding on a budget might be the hardest part of wedding planning. It’s one area that can decide what is possible for your wedding. So today we are going to talk about how you can come up with a realistic budget so that the rest of your wedding planning flows nicely with little stress. Steps to deciding on your wedding budget Talk It Out: Talk with your fiancé and family members to decide what funds are available to you and your wedding. Make A List Of Your 3 Must Have Items. These are the items you must have. Maybe your a foodie and food is super important to you. Maybe it’s the photographe ..read more

There is an endless supply of wedding favor ideas out there and some really fun ones too! So today I want to share some of my favourite favors that are also affordable! Wedding Seed Favors! Wedding Treat Favor Bags Wedding Favor Bath Salts Mini Wedding Soaps His & Her Candy Treat Boxes! Kind of obsessed with how cute this one is! Love these Mini Succulent Wedding Favors – and they are pretty affordable! Such a beautiful and luxurious Wedding Favor Bag Bottle Opener Skeleton Key Wine Bottle Cork Wedding Favor Wedding Favor Can Cooler Stemless Plastic Wine Glasses Wedding Favor T ..read more

I feel like every tablescape I am gushing about how this is my favourite but let’s be honest they are all pretty fabulous!! And June’s tablescape theme is no different! It’s bringing together the outdoors which I know we are all ready to enjoy more of and a classic rustic chic table decor. What I love about this tablescape it the elements included are so easy to find and recreate. So let’s start how each item brought this whole look together. The Centrepiece: My recent visit to Holes Greenhouse made it easy to build a centrepiece. I found a lavender topiary which happens to be my favourite p ..read more

When I was asked to partner with Jord Wood Watches to bring you a giveaway to Win $100 towards a Jord Wood Watch I jumped on the chance. I truly believe they make the best gift to give your loved one, your future husband or exchange together. JORD WOOD WATCH GIVEAWAY – ENTER HERE I have given my husband 3 Jord Wood Watches now, each engraved with a special message just for him. I have given him watches before but he LOVES Jord Wood Watches the best for a few reasons. Why Jord Wood Watches Make The Best Gift They Are Light – Because they are made of wood that makes them incredibly light so you ..read more

Hey friends! This months tablescape I am so so thrilled to be sharing! We’ve all heard about wedding and event candy bars, dessert bars and the super yummy donut bar, but have you heard of a Jello Shot Bar? It’s also a great alternative for all those brides asking me to have a shot greet guests arriving at the reception. A Jello Shot Bar is a great and fun alternative to a Candy Bar or Dessert Bar Click To Tweet So today’s monthly tablescape theme is Jello Shot Bars and feature the fabulous Original Jel Shots in the most delicious of flavours, and their convenient packaging makes it easy to ..read more