Spring!! I am not a lover of winter, the one thing I like to do in the winter was cancelled this year (skating on the canal!) so when March 20th hits, even though I KNOW in Ottawa we probably have 2 or 3 more snow storms before the thaw, I can breathe a little.
Now a story about this bouquet, this is my quintessential idea of spring flowers and colours. @wedecor_tm made this for a client who wanted this palette for a FALL wedding in 2017!! Bet you didn't guess this photo was that old.
Now comment below with what is the best part of spring for you OR what you don't mind leaving behind with winter.
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#springwedding #colorfulwedding #ottawaweddingplanner #ottawaluxurywedding #ottawaweddingflorist #pinkwedding #nationalgallerywedding ...

I love this photo of our bride Jen. It was right after their ceremony on the most beautiful (but super HOT day, like 38 degrees C with humidity) day. Love that she's so happy celebrating with her bridesmaids in the shade! Because wedding days should be laughing and celebrating with the people you LOVE!
Can I get a celebration emoji below if you agree?

Photo @unioneleven
Decor/ florals @wedecor_tm
Planning @ericairwinweddings
Venue @fairmontmontebello
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#weddingdaygoals #weddingplanner #chateaumontebellowedding #fairmontchateaumontebello #fairmontchateaumontebellowedding
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I have some SUPER exciting news to share and I couldn't be more proud of my assistant @farhanhkhandakar
After 4 years of health sciences at U of Ottawa, writing the MCAT while having the c-virus that we cannot name, and then deciding to apply to various Master's program, Farhan has been accepted to a Masters of Public Health at Queens University. I MAY have screamed and tried really hard not to cry tears of absolute joy for his freaking hard work.
PLUS he'll only be 2 hours away come to fall !!
So join me in congratulating Farhan.
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I commented recently on a post about should you have a seating chart OR should you let guests sit anywhere they like. My comment is getting more likes than some of my own POSTS so I thought I would share what I said here too "Here is my input as a Planner. Anytime I have done open seating there is some mass confusion from guests. In Canada it's very rare to have no seating chart. So people just stood there or came to ask me where they should sit even though there was a sign saying to sit where they like. Groups of friends who couldn't find enough seats together were disappointed they couldn't sit together. Couples who knew no-one hovered on the side waiting for a spot for just 2 people. It was just awkward."
So tell me below what is your personal opinion on this?
Photo by @agatharowland
Venue @stonefields_estate
Decor and florals @thegatheringeventco
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#seatingchart #seatingchartideas #weddingguests #weddingtip #weddingplanner #ottawaweddingplanner #ottwedvendors #stonefieldsestate #stonefieldswedding ...

Do you like the classic all white or are you all about bright colours?
The all-white bouquet is still one of my clients go-to's for 2023. Probably half our brides are going all white this year!
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#whitebouquet #bridesbouquet #weddingbouquet #peonies #fairmontlaurier #chateaulaurier #chateaulaurierwedding #ottawaweddingplanner #weddingtrends2023 ...

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁? If you offer punch as guests arrive to your cocktail hour, it helps with 2 things.
1) Reduces your bar line up since most guests are thirsty and just want want something to drink ASAP
2) If your bar is charged on consumption then offering punch keeps your bar tab down for cocktail hour. The cost for non-alcoholic punch is about $3 a glass while a drink is $8 to $13. Even pop is usually over $5. AND a lot of wedding venue packages include a punch anyway so its win win.
Did you know this trick or did I teach you something new? Comment below!
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THIS is the way you fluff a bride's gown!
Fiona's sister had this down PAT!
2 hands on the hem and one big "poof" with your arms and let some air underneath help. Think of that rainbow parachute in elementary gym class, anyone else remember that thing? Always the BEST gym class when that thing came out.
Photo by @unioneleven
Venue @fairmontmontebello
Hair @showponyhair
Makeup @onefinebeauty
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#chateaumontebello #chateaumontebellowedding #fairmontmontebello #fairmontmontebellowedding #ottawaweddingplanner #quebecwedding #ottawawedding #canadianwedding #weddinggown #maidofhonorduties ...

Beware of these 4 things if you are considering long rectangular tables at your wedding!

First though I LOVE this style, I think its great for conversation and looks great in the room. Consider a mix of rounds and rectangular for interest too!
But here are my tips for rectangular tables:
1) Use placecards to tell guests where to sit. If these tables are LONG and a group of 6 friends sits right in the middle, it might leave other guests wondering where to sit. Cut down on this awkwardness and use placecards.
2) If the table is very long, consider using 2 or even 3 table numbers! You don't want guests to have to look through 30 spots trying to find their name.
3) Make sure your using NOT just a regular folding table you need a harvest table OR a 30" wide table + 18" classroom table to accomodate all your florals, candles etc.
4) Keep those middle centerpieces low so guests can see each other over them or high above. You don't want guests taking your centerpieces off because they are blocking conversation.
Anything I forgot? Comment below or just let me know what you think of rectangular vs rounds!
Photo @unioneleven
Decor/ florals @wedecor_tm
Planning @ericairwinweddings
Venue @fairmontmontebello
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#tablescape #weddingharvesttable #weddingtablesetting #chateaumontebello #chateaumontebellowedding #fairmontchateaumontebello #fairmontchateaumontebellowedding
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4 Tips to including your pup in your wedding day!
Fur babies are such a cute add in to your wedding day, here are tips to make sure it goes smoothly.
1) Is your venue dog friendly? Here Fiona and Kevin knew that Milo would be welcome for the ceremony and photos at @fairmontmontebello but for dinner he was safely tucked away in their room.
2) Have a handler for the day, someone who will be in charge of bringing your pup to you for photos and your ceremony but then being also the person who take take care of feeding, walking and bringing them back when its time.
3) If your ceremony is inside consider your guests. Some people can't even be in the same room as a dog without having an allergic reaction so I personally only recommend having your dog attend if its an outdoor ceremony just in case.
4) Have your fur baby come for some photos and the ceremony but don't expect them to put in a full day of wedding appearances, it can be overwhelming for them and very tiring. Plus as fur parents you might be distracted and not be able to relax.

Comment below if you would include your pet or would rather not.
Photo by @unioneleven
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