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As a Planner I have seen some AMAZING wedding parties and some ... not so great.
I think people assume it`s just "look cute have fun" but unless the couple tells you that`s all they want and they will pay professionals to do the rest and will cover all costs I think my list is accurate.
If you aren`t interested or if being in a wedding party will be too much of a financial strain I also want you to know it`s ok to say you are so happy for them, you`re happy to come as a guest but you don`t feel you can commit to this important role right now. That`s ok too.

Comment below any other advice you would add to my list.
Cover photo by @greyloftstudio

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Happy birthday to Nancy @wedecor_inc ! This is a funny story. At Stephanie and Mike`s wedding I jokingly said let`s get a photo together so I have something to post on your birthday! So here we are 😆😂 I think we need to normalize taking photos with people for birthday posts right??
All kidding aside, there are a lot of talented people I get to work with in this industry and everyone works hard making dreams come true. I call Nancy a magician all the time she`s taking people`s inspiration photos and then making it their own kind of magic. So drop a 🥂or a 🎂 and wish her a happy birthday!
Photo by @greyloftstudio
At the @fairmontlaurier
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To all you bad-ass female entrepreneurs who are fulfilling dreams while also filling your hearts.
Keep on working hard because you are amazing.
#happyinteenationalwomensday
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Planning ahead for as many little things as possible will make your wedding day so much smoother. If you have a Planner, they cover these small details and make sure someone is in charge or do they do it for you.
1) Food and drinks during getting ready also throughout the day for both of you is so important. No one wants a "hangry" bride or groom.
2) If you`re wearing a veil, where is it going once you take it off?
3) Gifts, cards, guest book, photos of you two on your entrance table etc all have to be accounted for and safe.
🩷Bonus ones (there are so many though)🩷
✅️Put someone in charge on your bus if you have guest transportation, a "bus monitor"
✅️Your dancing dress/ change of outfit
✅️Bustling your dress
✅️The marriage license and rings ....
List goes on and on.
Make sure you`re following me so you don`t miss all my daily tips and inspo!
Add any below you want other brides and grooms to remember to add to their list!
Tag or send to someone getting married!!
Cover photo by @agatharowland
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Everything you ever wanted to know and MORE about getting married at the Chateau Laurier up on my blog today. I am putting a lot of info out there about all the different rooms, the food, the service … you know me it’s A LOT of info but if you are looking at this wedding venue I am sure you want to know it all right?

I covered the highlight version a couple months back but since my blog is my own I can give you guys all the scoop without having to worry about the number of characters on IG!

So comment below BLOG and I’ll send you the link or use the link in my bio to go to my website and navigate on over to blog.

If you have any questions, you can add them in the comments after you read through my blog.

PS I do dish on there about the most controversial part of booking this venue… if you know you know.

Planning by @ericairwinweddings
Photo by @greyloftstudio
Décor, florals, rentals and stationery by @Wedecor_inc
Venue @fairmontlaurier

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Postage is one of those budget line items most engaged couples I work with as a Planner don`t track so I never really knew how much it was to mail invitations since I assumed it varied a lot based on size and weight but I guess it doesn`t vary as much as I thought.
I recently mailed Canadian invitations for a client who lives in the US to avoid international postage so I asked at Canada Post and found out the pricing you see here! They also had many different stamp options you could buy online or from the distribution center but it was closed so I had to just choose from what the retail location had.
Are you doing printed invitations or are you opting for online only?
Comment below and share with someone getting married soon.
From what I understand it`s similar pricing in the USA too but I`m curious about other countries around the world!
Cover photo by @rubiconphotogs
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Most popular bouquet of 2024? The white with a touch of pink one. It`s actually been the most popular for I think as long as I`ve been a Planner. It`s a classic choice, safe that it goes with almost anything really and it will look beautiful in your photos forever. All white is probably the second and then we get into the colourful ones.
Comment below what you had or what you would choose!
Bouquet by @wedecor_inc
Photo by @rubiconphotogs
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As a Wedding Planner, I love a good countdown to your wedding day BUT I also want you to enjoy and savor these last moments being engaged too. I will tell my couples " this is your last Valentines Day as an engaged couple. Next one you`ll be a married couple!" It`s just a reminder to enjoy the moment.
Comment below what month you`re getting married in 2024! Let`s celebrate all the milestones along the way. 🥂
Make sure you tap follow because I give daily tips and inspo and answer questions in my stories all the time! Because your wedding day should be fun but so should your planning!
Cover photo by @agatharowland
Venue @lebelvedereweddings
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Wanting to know more about the glass cube on top of Ottawa? I`ve got you.
Up on my blog is my full review of Venue TwentyTwo at the Ottawa Westin. The best view of our nation`s capital with sunset views to kill for and if you are lucky enough to snag a date with fireworks an amazing treat for your guests. But you know me, I also dish on the things you need to consider if looking at this venue! Click the link in my bio and go on over to blog or comment below "22" and I`ll send you the link directly to your DMs.
Planning @ericairwinweddings
Photo @greyloftstudio
Decor/ florals by @wedecor_inc
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Something I`ve been working on all of January is relaunching my blog. I turned it off because 2022 got so busy and I found I couldn`t keep it up so it was starting to be too old and didn`t reflect who I was anymore. So... relaunching and feeling like now I know what you guys want to see from me. Also because I always have too many words and IG just cannot give me enough room sometimes 😉.
Go take a look and I am open for honest feedback. Also, I would love to know how are we doing links these days? Are people still using Link Tree, or do you have something better for me?
For now, go to my link in my bio and navigate on over to the blog. Or just peruse my lovely site with lots of my lovely couples on there 😊 😍
Also how awesome is my team? Photobooth "testing" for @mdrnphotoboothco
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Wedding Math!
When you`re doing long rectangular tables and want to add height, here is the perfect minimum combination. 3 high and 4 low arrangements then candles at various heights. 1 in the middle may look good on paper, but in person, it can look a little sparse.
What do you think:
Planner @ericairwinweddings
Photo @agatharowland
Venue @fairmontlaurier
Decor/ florals @wedecor_inc
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Have you thought of your wedding tablescape yet?
This is what your guests will see when they first sit down at their spots but also will be looking at for a big part of your wedding reception!
Of course it depends on your budgets but upgrading to rentals of things like
🤍Cutlery
🤍Stemware
🤍Napkins
🤍Linens
🤍Charger ( or more than one for a stacked and very elevated look!)
🤍Chairs
🤍Then printed items like custom menus for EACH guest as well as seating cards with their names on them (usually also their meal indicator for serving team)
Will elevate your wedding look!
❓️If you could only pick ONE thing to upgrade what would it be?❓️
Questions always welcome too!
Make sure you are following me too. I give out daily USEFUL wedding planning tips.
Planning @ericairwinweddings
Decor/rental/florals @wedecor_inc
Venue @fairmontlaurier
Cover photo @agatharowland

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