A few blog posts ago you may have read that I was engaged (yay!). It was a super sweet proposal and I couldn't have asked for anything more! Being the wedding planner that I am, I got what I had hoped for - a "loaner" ring so that I could create my own custom designed...
My upcoming wedding marathon
I'm about to head into a really busy two months of weddings (starting this Friday, I have 3 weddings in 8 days... what was I thinking?!). It'll mean back to back weekends of long wedding days for me but I can't wait to see these weddings come to fruition after months...
Tips for looking for a unique ceremony site
If you are a couple looking for unique ceremony sites, first off, know that you aren't alone! Lots of couples are opting for an interesting place to tie the knot that isn't the typical banquet hall or church setting. Photo credit: Aron Goss Photography Here are a few...
Alternatives to wedding traditions
While there is a place for traditions, many couples are opting to do something different when it comes to their wedding day. Some include traditions because 'everyone else does it', but the only things a couple should include are the things that are meaningful to...
Keeping guests cool for a summer wedding ceremony
With the current heatwave engulfing the city, I wonder how guests will do when weddings roll around on the weekend. I wouldn't be too excited to be the bride or a guest at a wedding in 30+ degree celsius weather! If you are planning a mid-summer wedding, especially...
Rebecca Chan featured in Toronto Standard’s wedding article
Hi folks! In case you haven't seen it, check out this article in the Toronto Standard I am featured in, alongside Danielle, the president of WPIC: How to Save Coins When Getting Hitched The joys and perils of an urban wedding Krista, the author of the article, asked...
Wedding Venue overview: Arcadian Court and Arcadian Loft
In my last blog post, I shared about the Arcadian Launch party. Here I have more details about these new venues for you - the Arcadian Court and Arcadian Loft. I absolutely adore Oliver & Bonacini venues, as you are in for exceptional customer service and fabulous...
You’re engaged! Now what? Recommendations on first steps from a wedding planner.
Congratulations on your engagement! Getting engaged is an exciting time filled with an outpouring of facebook comments and wedding planning talk with just about everyone you know. With so much to do and tons of options, it's almost like every bride and groom is out to...
What a Day Of Coordinator REALLY does, part 2: The Reception
Last week I talked a bit about what the wedding ceremony entails and how a Day-Of Coordinator assists in that. I went into a detailed minute-by-minute breakdown of what I did that day, so I hope it gave you a good idea of what I do! The reception is quite a longer...
What a Day Of Coordinator REALLY does, part 1: The ceremony
This is a topic that I find myself explaining over and over again. Many people ask me "Why do I need a coordinator?" or "What does a wedding coordinator actually do?". Let me tell people - weddings do not run themselves! During the ceremony, a couple walks through a...