Monday, November 29, 2010

Tis the Season...to add some lighting to your Holiday event!

Looking for a way to add some sparkle or pizazz to your upcoming holiday event? Then be sure to check out Sunam Event Services' special Winter/Corporate Event package!

Package includes:
  • Icy Blue Uplighting
  • Snowflake Lighting
  • Custom Gobo


Contact Sunny at 604.773.4000 for rates and information today!

Friday, November 26, 2010

Friday's Fabulous Find: Living Free Canada

Living Free Canada is Canada’s unbeatable, online health and wellness community partnered with companies that reflect a fun and healthy lifestyle and provides you with elite coupons in your community and nationwide.

Living Free Canada’s Mission: To enhance people's lifestyles by creating awareness of all the exciting opportunities to live their passions. Join now to explore what Canada has to offer and have an active mind, happy heart and loving soul!

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

DreamGroup’s Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week

Deciding on your invitations...

Depending on your wedding date, it might be time to start thinking about what style of invitation you you would like (i.e. traditional, modern, classic, unique, or humorous). Keep in mind your overall theme or feel and select something that compliments it if possible. Also, there are many different options available when ordering invitations (i.e. Do-it-Yourself (DIY), Local Retail Stationer, Online and Custom Design) so, as with flowers & decor, its best to spend some time collecting inspiration before you visit with the stationer of your choice.


INSPIRATION LINKS: INVITATIONS


DG TIP: Start collecting your guests’ addresses as soon as possible as this can be one of the more challenging aspects of assembling your guest list.


DreamGroup’s Top Picks for Invitations:


DO IT YOURSELF (DIY):


ONLINE:


RETAIL & CUSTOM:


DG TIP: Invitations are usually sent out 8-10 weeks before the wedding with the RSVP date being 2-4 weeks prior. If no Save-the-Date has been sent out, you may wish to send the invitations as early as 12 weeks prior.

Monday, November 22, 2010

With the Holidays right around the corner...

Why not check out this fabulous list of hostess gift ideas from InStyle?

Not sure which one is perfect for your "hostess"? InStyle suggests that you should take the time to buy something thoughtful and in keeping with your host's passions or interests, however don't feel as if you have to spend a lot on this type of present. As always, its the thought that counts most! Happy Shopping!

Friday, November 19, 2010

Friday's Fabulous Find: Amy Elliott Cocktails!

Looking to spice up the bar at your next event?
Then make sure to check out Amy Elliott Cocktails!

Voted "Vancouver's Best Mobile Craft Cocktail Entertainment" and boasting a custom designed bar showcasing honey onyx, cured walnut wood and original vintage glassware; cocktail styles ranging from London classics to fresh new interpretations from around the globe; spirits and flavours that will stun your guests, impress clients and lend some swagger to your event and of course, experienced gentlemen bartenders dressed to kill and serving in style...Amy Elliot Cocktails will be sure to inject the perfect amount of luxury and flair to your event!


For more information contact Adam Nicholson or call 604-764-9379 today.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Have you entered our latest Twitter contest yet?!

Have you told us the one thing you're most looking forward to about your wedding day yet? If not, make sure you do because you could win a fabulous full set of lashes from Noir Lash Lounge!

Follow @DreamGroup on twitter, tell us what you're most looking forward to in a tweet and tag with #DGcontest. Remember to RT!


When you follow us and tweet you will be entered to win. Contest ends November 30th.


When the winner has been selected they will be contacted with information on how to claim their prize.


To learn more about Noir Lash Lounge, be sure to visit their website today.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

DreamGroup’s Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week

Defining your vision...

Before you meet with a florist and/or decorator to discuss your needs and obtain a quote, it is very important that you spend some time defining your wedding vision and collecting inspiration. Magazine tear outs, colour swatches and photos from the internet are a fabulous place to start! Check out some of our favourite sites for inspiration below:

Flowers & Décor:
Advice, Tips & Inspiration:
Arriving at your flower & décor meeting prepared with a solid idea as to what you want (and do not want) will not only save everyone time and get the creative juices flowing, but it will help to alleviate any unnecessary stress that might be caused by starting from scratch at the beginning of the meeting. Plus, collecting inspiration is just SO much fun!

Monday, November 15, 2010

Katrina & Rob - August 6th, 2010

Have a look at the gorgeous photos from another of DreamGroup's wonderful 2010 weddings!

Katrina & Rob Wedding from John Heil on Vimeo.

Katrina and Rob were married on Friday, August 6th at the UBC Boathouse in Richmond and it was one of associate planner, Corinne Colledge's, favourite weddings of this entire past summer. Katrina and Rob are such an incredible couple and the details that Katrina paid mindful attention to were so creative! Thank you to all the fabulous vendors especially John Heil, one of Vancouver’s finest wedding photographers and Congratulations again to Katrina and Rob!

Friday, November 12, 2010

Friday's Fabulous Find: Hotel Le Soleil!

Looking for a “boutique” style venue for an upcoming event? Then make sure to check out the Hotel Le Soleil located on Hornby Street in Vancouver.


Hotel Le Soleil, named by Resorts & Great Hotels Magazine as "One of the Top 100 Hotels in the World," has been recipient of the AAA 4-Diamond rating since opening in Vancouver in 1999. Hotel Le Soleil differentiates itself with a unique mixture of stylish sophistication and old world elegance. Featuring 119 luxury boutique lodging accommodations and located in the heart of downtown Vancouver's financial, shopping and business districts near local tourist attractions, Le Soleil offers unparalleled personalized service only found in luxury boutique properties.




Featuring several different rentable spaces, including: Les Etoiles meeting Space (with covered terrace), Mezzanine (Second floor of the Restaurant Copper Chimney with a wonderful Italian Inspired atmosphere - Full buy out of the whole restaurant available as well), and their fabulous 16th Floor Penthouse (including a wrap around patio, its perfect for that over the top event); Hotel Le Soleil is perfect for any type of event you can imagine!






For more information on rates and availability, contact Lindsay Giancursio via email or call 604.632.3013 today!


Thursday, November 11, 2010

Don't forget to enter our latest Twitter Contest!

Remember to tell us the one thing you're most looking forward to about your wedding day and you could win a fabulous full set of lashes from Noir Lash Lounge!

Follow @DreamGroup on twitter, tell us what you're most looking forward to in a tweet and tag with #DGcontest. Remember to RT!

When you follow us and tweet you will be entered to win. Contest ends November 30th.

When the winner has been selected they will be contacted with information on how to claim their prize.

To learn more about Noir Lash Lounge, be sure to visit their website today.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

DreamGroup’s Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week

Choosing your Wedding Dessert Baker...

Besides the venue, flowers and dress, the wedding cake may be one of the most important components of planning a wedding. Therefore, choosing the right wedding cake baker is crucial.


Most brides have ideas about what kind of cake they want and how they want it to look. They should keep all these ideas in mind when choosing a wedding cake baker. They also need to look at quality, reliability and price.


Here are DreamGroup’s Top Picks for Wedding Dessert Bakers:

DG TIP: An alternative to a real cake is to consider a fake cake for ceremonial and display purposes only. This is a less costly option and is a good idea if you are not planning on serving your wedding cake as your dessert with dinner.


Monday, November 8, 2010

Dennis & Christine's Gorgeous Engagement Shoot!

Christine & Dennis are getting married this coming January and just had their engagement shoot with the amazing Lisa Gratton of Ophelia Photography. The shots below are a sample of the gorgeous photos from that shoot!







To see more of this fabulous shoot...check out Ophelia Photography's Blog!

Friday, November 5, 2010

Friday's Fabulous Find: SmartBride Boutique

Looking for a way to put together the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank? Then be sure to check out SmartBride Boutique!

SmartBride Boutique helps today's savvy brides create the wedding day of their dreams without sacrificing designer names or fabulous style. Local brides connect to buy, sell and save on everything wedding; including: wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns, decor, accessories and more.

This free local classifieds site connects brides past and present, so its also wonderful for past brides looking to sell some of their wedding items that they no longer need. Post your gowns, bridesmaids dresses, shoes, accessories, decorations, and more today!

Alternatively, if you're looking to buy or sell your wedding goods in a more personalized "one on one" setting, then be sure to check out Vancouver's 1st Bridal Swap happening on February 20th, 2011!


Past Brides: Have some fun, make some money, and give those stored away wedding items another day in the sun!

Brides-to-Be: Come experience the thrill of the hunt and find some amazing wedding treasures!

For more information, contact us at 604.537.3575 or visit the Bridal Swap Website today!

Thursday, November 4, 2010

20th annual Brock House Wedding Show a Huge Success!

The 20th annual Brock House Wedding Show was by far our best show yet! It was a warm, friendly atmosphere and we are still so thrilled by great turn out of Brides who were able to find their vendors as well as the exhibitors that all loved being a part of the show!


Want another glimpse at the amazing fashions from the show's Runway? Check out our links to each of the participating fashion companies:





A huge thank you to all of the Exhibitors that participated! Next year’s show is scheduled for Sunday, October 23, 2011…so be sure to SAVE THE DATE!



Photos courtesy of Brian Noppe Photography


Wednesday, November 3, 2010

DreamGroup’s Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week

Purchasing your accessories...


Can’t decide on your shoes, veil, purse, and other wedding day accessories? For some women those purchases are even more difficult and sometimes more important than finding the perfect dress! If that sounds like you, start your search early so you don’t become overwhelmed and check out a few of our favourite spots for these special items below:


DreamGroup’s Top Picks for Bridal Shoes:


RETAIL:

ONLINE:

DreamGroup’s Top Picks for Jewelry & Hair Accessories:

Happy Shopping!


Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Win a fabulous full set of lashes from Noir Lash Lounge!!

Want to win a fabulous full set of lashes from Noir Lash Lounge? Then tell us the one thing you're most looking forward to about your wedding day.

Follow @DreamGroup on twitter, tell us what you're most looking forward to in a tweet and tag with #DGcontest. Remember to RT!

When you follow us and tweet you will be entered to win. Contest ends November 30th.

When the winner has been selected they will be contacted with information on how to claim their prize.


To learn more about Noir Lash Lounge, be sure to visit their website today.


Good luck!