A Few Tips from the Pros...

Real Weddings approached us about giving their blog readers some tips and insider advice that they could use for planning their wedding. Here's what we shared with them:

RW: What is the first thing a couple should think about and establish when planning their wedding?


DG: The best way to begin is to think about your guest list. From there, you can then short-list an appropriate sized wedding venue and come up with a realistic wedding budget. To estimate an average urban Vancouver budget, click here to read more

Frocksing Day Sale!

The much anticipated annual Frocksing Day Sale is almost here! This popular event is a great opportunity to find a fabulous deal on an off-the-rack frock just in time for New Year's Eve!

Frocks has marked down in-stock bridesmaids' dresses, wedding gowns, cocktail dresses, shoes and accessories up to 80% off.

10am - 4pm
December 27th

One Day Only! Don't miss out!

See you there (Vancouver location only)!

Check out Frocks website for more information

A Life Remembered...

DreamGroup recently had the privilege of assisting Madison and Ann-Marie Arnold-Smith in orchestrating their father and husband's memorial. It was a tremendously emotional event, however, one that we feel Brant Arnold-Smith would have been proud of.


The memorial was held at the very accommodating Peace Portal Alliance Church in Surrey hosting approximately 400 friends, family, and colleagues for an afternoon of remembering while hors d'oeuvres and a festive cranberry punch (Brant's favourite) were offered in thanks to Savoury Chef.

The reception space was transformed with the help of Sunny from Sunam using white pipe and drape and strategically placed up-lighting creating a very uplifting, elegant and "heavenly" feel. Brant's presence could truly be felt throughout the event thanks to the enormous number of guests that obviously shared a genuine love and respect for Mr. Arnold-Smith.

Guests were able to reminisce over the moments shared with Brant over the years triggered by the incredible ice sculptures created by Cool Creations representing various activities and interests Brant enjoyed in life:

There was a 6 foot long 3D Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide Motorcycle on display


A 4 foot trio of jumping salmon representing Brant's love for fishing,


and a golf bag with clubs adorned with fresh grass and golf balls in memory of his talent on the green.


Centerpieces for the tables created by Suzane of Granville Island Florists included lovely arrangements of fresh grass spotting several white golf balls, white orchids, and photos representing Brant's life journey.




There is no doubt that Brant made a huge difference to the lives of many and he will be sadly missed. Our love and wishes go out to the Arnold-Smith family at this time. Peace.

Kristin & Rob 10.03.09

We just got word that Erik of Love Story Media has posted one of DreamGroup's weddings from this past October. Associate Planner, Alicia Keats, brought together the day's details for Kristin & Rob beginning with the ceremony at Saint Joseph's Parish and ending the day at the Westwood Plateau.

Check out the video on Love Story Media's blog

Ho Ho Blo

Heavenly hair always helps under the Mistletoe. Check out this great gift!:

Pink Blo gift cards on cheeky Ho Ho Blo postcards mailed directly to your recipient. Purchases can be made via email, hohoblo@blomedry.com. $35 includes pink gift card with hand-printed personal message on postcard, tax and shipping.


Available now until Christmas Eve.

Principal Planners' Annual Working Weekend Retreat

Sarah Shore and Geneve McNally, the two Principal Planners of DreamGroup Productions, spent this past weekend in Whistler on our annual Working Weekend Retreat.

We stayed at the always comfortable and welcoming yet notably unpretentious Sundial Hotel right in the heart of the Village. We had a two bedroom corner suite with our very own hot tub on the deck with 180 degree views of the snow capped mountains! You could practically touch them! Well, not exactly, but almost. Heavenly!

We hibernated most of the weekend working on our ever growing "to do" list, but it was made all the easier being surrounded by the gorgeous view and the cozy fireplace. We enjoyed delicious dinners at 21 Steps and Ric's Grill... We got almost everything accomplished that we set out to and look forward to our next visit to Whistler and the Sundial Hotel.

Making Christmas Extra Special for one 2010 Couple!

In the spirit of giving this holiday season, the ever amazing Tracey from Tracey Heppner photography and Jeanie Ow of Studio Jeanie are teaming up to give away a complimentary wedding session to one 2010 couple.

... could that couple be you or someone you know?

{this is what they are looking for}
...your wedding must be in 2010.
...one of you must be working for a charitable non-profit organization
...your story as to why they should consider you for complimentary photographic services on your wedding day
...you are willing to be featured on their blogs, website and magazines.

{this is what the chosen couple will receive}
...up to 10 hours of coverage on your wedding day
...2 photographers to ensure maximum coverage
...a DVD of all the images taken on your wedding day
...an online slideshow to see the highlights of your wedding day
...a fun two-hour lifestyle (engagement) session prior to the wedding day

The selection will be made based on your story as well as their availability in 2010.

Email them the story as well as a 450px by 600px JPEG of the couple to ourtrueweddingwish{at}gmail{dot}com.

All submissions must be received by Christmas eve, December 24th at 5pm pacific standard time {no exceptions}.

The lucky couple will be contacted first thing Christmas day morning, and featured on their blog!

So email this information out, nominate a deserving couple, and spread the word (and cheer!)

Good luck!