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My Instagram and Facebook are always up to date. So go ahead and scroll through these beautiful moments and be inspired!
These are real weddings I have had the privilege to plan. No style shoots, just amazing couples and their happy day captured by incredible photographers.
I also offer planning tips, stories and behind the scenes so make sure you follow me!
My Instagram and Facebook are always up to date. So go ahead and scroll through these beautiful moments and be inspired!
These are real weddings I have had the privilege to plan. No style shoots, just amazing couples and their happy day captured by incredible photographers.
I also offer planning tips, stories and behind the scenes so make sure you follow me!
Taking Your Small Wedding Cake to the Next Level
If you are doing a small cutting cake instead of a big one
Elevate it with a cake stand, surround it with beautiful florals like this.
Your small cake is now a WOW piece of décor.
Follow me for more useful wedding tips & share with someone getting married.
Cover photo by @unioneleven
Cake by Dulce Cake Design
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#ottawaweddingplanner #ottawaweddingplanning #ottawaweddingdesigner
#ottawaweddingstylist #ottawabrides #ottawaweddingvendors
#ottawaweddingvenue #ottawaweddingphotographer
#ottawaweddingflorist #ottawaweddingdecor
#ottawaweddinginspiration #ottawaweddingideas
#ottawaweddingtips #ottawaweddingplannerlife
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
#ottawaweddingplanner #ottawaluxurywedding #ottawaluxuryweddingplanner#fairmontmontebellowedding #ottawarealwedding #ottwedvendor #summerwedding #whiteandgreenwedding
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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#weddingplanner #ottawaweddingplanner #bestweddingassistantever #nacwedding #ottwedvendors
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
As a Planner here are the 6 mistakes I see wedding guests making. Usually it's the same few guests doing it all 😆
Cover photo: @mochatreestudios
Venue: @natgallerycan
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#weddingplannertips #weddingguestetiquette #weddingguest #ottawaweddingplanners #ottawawedding #nationalgallerywedding #nationalgalleryofcanada #dontdoit #weddingtip
Just joking, our grooms are always involved 😉
Share with someone you know getting married or tag them below if they need a laugh.
#makeyourownkindofmusic #weddingplannertips #weddingbudget #groom #ottawaweddingplanner #ottwedvendor #ottwedvendors
Your bouquets should come in a vase with water so when you take it out, have a towel read to dab the stems.
Water on your dress or on your bridesmaids dress can leave a wet spot. Likely right where it will look like you peed yourself!
Maid of honour, bring the towel with the bouquets if they are going back in water in the limo for example. You’ll need that towel again!
Save this tip so you don’t forget it on your wedding day and comment below if you learned something new!
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#nationalgallerywedding
2024 bookings! I was holding off to get my 2023 couples well underway so if you are on my waitlist you will be getting an email today.
Comment ME below and I will send you more info on how to book a free consult OR go to www.ericairwin.com/say-hello to fill in my form.
It will auto send you some info and then you will get a link to book a consultation (free!) with me.
Please note our pricing will be going up in April so anyone who SIGNS their agreement in March won’t be affected.
We have the best couples who we truly adore, so lets meet and see if you are a good fit!
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#engagedottawa #ottawabride #ottawabrides #ottawabridetobe 4 #ottawawedding #ottawaweddings #weddingottawa #ottawabrideandgroom #ottwedvendors
#ottawaweddingplanner #ottawaweddingvendors #weddingtips #fairmontmontebellowedding #fairmontmontebello #chateaumontebello #montebellowedding #chateaumontebellowedding#chateaulaurierwedding #venuetwentytwo #twentytwoweddings #westinottawa #lebelvedereweddings #naturemuseumwedding
#nationalgallerywedding
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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#weddingguest #weddingbar #weddingpunch #engagedottawainsta #engagedottawa #ottawabride #ottawabrides #ottawawedding #bridesofottawa #ottawaweddingplanner #ottwedvendors #ericairwinweddings #ericairwinbrides #weddingplanner #canadianwedding #ottawawedding2023 #ottawaweddingvenue #weddingvenueottawa #weddingtips #weddingplanningtips #weddingplanningtip #whyaweddingplanner #topweddingplanners #bestweddingplanners #ineedaweddingplanner #weddingplanningadvice #lebelvedereweddings #chateaulaurierwedding #venuetwentytwo #nacwedding
Wedding Planner Tip! How to capture the BEST Cake cutting photos and video!
Have your MC make this announcement before your cake cutting:
“the newlyweds will now be cutting the cake together, please let the photo and photo video team get the first shots and then feel free to come and take photos .”
That way your photo and video team aren’t being pushed from behind from guests trying to get a photo and your not distracted by everyone’s phones and cameras.
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#chateaulaurierwedding #chateaulaurier #ottawawedding2023 #ottawaweddingvenue #weddingvenueottawa #weddingtips #weddinginspiration #weddingdetails #weddingday #weddingmoments #cakecutting
Tell me what's your fav charger 1,2,3 or 4?
Always fun times doing a style meeting with @wedecor_tm. It's like playing dress up!
Wedding Venue @lebelvedereweddings
Planning by @ericairwinweddings #ottawaplanner #lebelvedereweddings #organicwedding #greenerywedding #ottawawedding
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
Wedding mystery! Why tapered candles placed on the same table will burnt at
different rates even though they are all good quality candles. Why????
Do you have something in your job that is a complete mystery?
Tell me about it.
#weddingfrustrations #lifeofaweddingplanner #weddingplanning
#ottawaweddingplanner #venuetwentytwo #venuetwentytwowedding
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
#ottawaweddingplanner #ottawaluxurywedding #ottawaluxuryweddingplanner #whiteandgreenwedding
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
#weddingdog #dogringbearer #weddingfurbabies #chateaumontebello #chateaumontebellowedding #fairmontmontebello #fairmontmontebellowedding #ottawaweddingplanner #ottawawedding #canadianwedding
𝗢𝘁𝘁𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 #𝟰: 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦 (𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮)
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐎𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐚 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞.
#ontariovenue #ontariovenues #nationalgallerywedding #natgallerycan #nationalgalleryofcanada #nationalgalleryofcanada
#chateaulaurier #chateaulaurierwedding #ottawavenue #ottawavenues #chateaulaurierottawa #chateaulaurierbride #nacweddings #nacweddings #obornroom #obornroomweddings #ottawavenue #ottawaweddingvenues #ottawaweddingplanner #ottawaweddingplanning #ottawabride #canadianwedding #canadianweddingplanner #destinationweddingottawa
#venuetwentytwo #venuetwentytwowedding #ottawawestin #luxuryweddingsottawa #ericairwinweddings
𝗢𝘁𝘁𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 #𝟰: 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗦 (𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟭)
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗜 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗢𝘁𝘁𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲
#ontariovenue #ontariovenues #nationalgallerywedding #natgallerycan #nationalgalleryofcanada #nationalgalleryofcanada
#chateaulaurier #chateaulaurierwedding #ottawavenue #ottawavenues #chateaulaurierottawa #chateaulaurierbride #nacweddings #nacweddings #obornroom #obornroomweddings #ottawavenue #ottawaweddingvenues #ottawaweddingplanner #ottawaweddingplanning #ottawabride #canadianwedding #canadianweddingplanner #destinationweddingottawa
#venuetwentytwo #venuetwentytwowedding #ottawawestin #luxuryweddingsottawa #ericairwinweddings
𝗢𝘁𝘁𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 #𝟯: 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗮𝘂 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿 (𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮)
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐎𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐚 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞.
Got any questions, post in the comments or send me a DM!
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#venuetwentytwo #venuetwentytwowedding #ottawawestin #luxuryweddingsottawa #ericairwinweddings
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