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Grace Ormonde Feature – Fall Inspiration

We are excited to share an image of our table featured in the Fall/Winter 2011 issue of Grace Ormonde Wedding Style Magazine.  A feature in this magazine has always been on my wish list!  I will admit that I did not sleep for two days going into this shoot.  I put so much pressure on myself… designing a shoot for the…

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History of the Garter Belt

The garter toss is one of the oldest customs surviving wedding rituals. Commonly at French weddings in the 1500′s it was related to the concept of consummation of the marriage. The bridal party would approach the bride and the groom’s bedroom for proof that the deed was accomplished. They would then take an item of the…

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2011 Bridal Dress Trends

Now that you’ve seen some of the best looks on the runway, here’s a look at the overall trends.  There were some obvious ones like lace and tulle dresses, and then some more subtle detailing such as peplums and modesty.  We are showing Part I and II of WeddingWire’s Bridal Market Trend Report:  I love…

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Spring Wedding Co. Show – Toronto

Well it’s spring (almost) and what better way to celebrate than attending the Wedding Co. Show being held at the historic Drake Hotel this Saturday!  The Spring Wedding Show is for those couples planning an unconventional wedding with style. Meet some of Toronto’s most talented designers of paper goods, gowns, florals, cakes, accessories and more at…

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