It's official! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge...

It was a picture perfect day for a wedding! The nuptials of William and Kate were watched by hundreds of thousands of well-wishers lining the streets of London.

The stunning Kate arrived by Rolls Royce to reveal the much anticipated wedding dress. The blushing bride wore a custom-made ivory lace appliquéd gown by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. She also adorned a halo tiara, fit for a Queen-to-be, made by Cartier in 1936, a gift from King George VI to Queen Elizabeth. For even extra sparkle she wore diamond earrings, a gift from her parents.

Kate was graceful as she entered the Abby on red carpet, trailed by her 2 metre and 70 centimetre train. Guided by her proud father, she met her prince at the alter who was clad in his scarlet red royal Air force uniform.

Following the vows, they climbed into their carriage which guided them along their one and half mile ride through the city to Buckingham Palace. Like a picture from a fairytale book, the young royalty waved to adoring onlookers, some who had waited days for this mere moment!

Once arriving to the palace, the sea of people rushed towards the gates to witness the newlywed's first public kiss. Followed by a second kiss, the couple turned hand-in-hand, returning through the Palace doors to surely continue the celebrations and live happily ever after...

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Where will You be watching?

Have you been counting down the days to the Royal Wedding? Why not enjoy a royal event at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver...

Tomorrow, tea will be served starting from 11am with a replay of the royal wedding shown on the big screens. Plus, guests named Kate or William get 50% off!

For the early birds, the Fairmont will also be showing the wedding live in their 900 West Lounge; breakfast will be served on three-tiered trays and all the servers will be in their full tails and white gloves!

There will also be a fancy hat contest and, everyone will receive a special Will and Kate castle wedding bell.

Breakfast is $29 per person. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 604-662-1900.

Cheerio!

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Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week...

Kate Middleton has entrusted celebrity stylist Jame Pryce to primp her tresses for the Big Day! This style will no doubt be highly scrutinized by the billons watching around the world.

There have been rumours that she will be wearing her chestnut locks half-up, half-down with fresh flowers instead of a tiara. Whatever she decides, it will surely be a style emulated by many Bride to Be for many years to come. Middleton's classic style is timeless, and great inspiration for a beautiful bridal 'do!

For your wedding hair, enroll one of DreamGroup's top picks for mobile hair & makeup:

• Hayley Miller (Make-up Only)
• Blo on the Go (Hair Only)
• Total Image by Susan (Hair & Make-Up)
• Pamper Me Pretty (Hair & Make-up)
• Lips of An Angel (Hair & Make-up)
• Jayna Bussiere (Hair & Make-up)
• ML Makeup (Hair & Make-up)
• Gaby Ramirez Makeup (Hair & Make-up)
• Emily Cheng (Hair & Make-up)

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No hat hair here!

The Brits know their hats and Kate Middleton is no exception! Middleton is always impeccably dressed, but it is often that extra touch, perched perfectly atop her head that makes her outfit pop!

A hat adds a sense of mystery, and instantly makes an outfit chic. Find inspiration from one of Middleton's many artistically beautiful hats when considering that extra touch provided by your wedding hair accessory...

Though these hair accessories may be less dramatic in comparison to Middleton's hat standards, they add that perfect touch for a glamourous wedding ensemble! For further wedding hair pieces keep browsing here! And don't forget to take advantage of DreamGroup's Special Offer of 20% off your dg Boutique purchase using coupon code Dream20.

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Monday's Montage: theme of the week...PRINCESS

In honour of what is being called "the wedding of the century" we will dedicate this week's blogs to all things royal!

Though Kate Middleton will not officially be taking the title of Princess, she will definitely be living the princess fairytale. Perhaps you never found out that you were the princess of a small European country like Anne Hathaway in The Princess Diaries; or never were lab partners with a prince posing as a regular college student, only to fall in love and live happily ever after as Denmark royalty as in The Prince & Me; or did your fairy godmother never turn a root vegetable into a horse-lead carriage that marched you to a royal ball, where you would eventually marry your prince?

Unfortunately those scenarios are not as common in reality as they are on the silver screen... However, why not look and feel like that princess you know you are on your upcoming special day! For all things princess related, find some inspiration below to achieve your very own fairytale. Think soft pinks paired with silver, and use black and white to keep it modern...

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Friday's Fabulous Find: The Steveston Cookie Company

Looking for a fabulous favour idea? Why not have cookies that are both delicious and gorgeously decorated! These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are perfect for wedding favours or any special occasion.

Your cookie design will be tailored to your taste, and perfected for your event. Owner, Mika Livingston is keen to detail and uses fresh ingredients to create a stylish cookie that does NOT disappoint on taste!

Get started on your cookie favours today by visiting The Steveston Cookie Company website. Though these fabulous cookies are created in the historic village of Steveston, they can be shipped throughout Canada, the USA and even across 'the pond'.

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dg Boutique Giveaway!

Want to win this cute 'Love Pinch' topper for your wedding cake? Become a fellow DreamGroup Twitter follower and re-tweet our Monthly Giveaway contest...

"We're giving away dg Boutique gifts on 1st day of every month starting May 1st! Winners chosen at random, RT to win!http://bit.ly/1JAtHZ"

Good Luck, and be sure to check back to re-tweet next month's prize for your chance to win!

Find all dg Boutique cake topper options here, and much, much more...

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Wedding Wednesday, Tip of the Week: Wedding Registry

If you have yet to check off the gift registry selection on your 'wedding to-do' list, DreamGroup has their top picks to help you accomplish this...

Department Stores:

• The Bay
• Sears
• Canadian Tire

Specialty:

• Cookworks
• William Sonoma
• Restoration Hardware
• Pottery Barn
• Chintz & Co.
• Liberty
• Atkinson's

Wine Registry:

• Village Wins - Kits VQA 1811 West 1st, 604.732.8827

Honeymoon Registry:

• The Big Day Honeymoon Registry
• Integrity Travel

DG TIP: It really helps if you can break up your gift selecting into a couple different visits because it will take a few hours and can become tiring and overwhelming.

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For the EcoChic Bride...

Eco Chic Bridal is a website for thrifty and stylish women to buy and sell wedding dresses. The website provides the perfect setting to connect local "eco chic" minded women in a virtual space to find designer dresses at great prices!

Sellers simply create an account to list and manage their dresses online. Buyers can browse through listings and streamline their search by - saving a list of their fav dresses, - get notified if prices drop, - get notified when new dresses get posted.

When shopping for your perfect dress you can narrow your search search by certain style, designer, neckline or sillohoutte. If you're still uncertain of what you're looking for, why not browse them all? :)

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Monday's Montage: theme of the week...DRAMA

For your wedding or special event why not bring on the drama with rich jewel tones of amethyst and ruby; focus on rich and luxurious textiles. Think low lighting and music to set the overall mood.

Use bold, statement pieces to make an instant impact like chandeliers, candelabras, and crystal accents. Dress the part in these rich, flattering tones of purple and red paird with sparkly jewelery, perfect for your candle-lit atmosphere.

Together, these pieces are sure to create a dramatic evening...

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Friday's Fabulous Find

Need some perfect gifts for your Bridesmaids? Check out Favourite Gifts, located in the Londales Quay Market. This go-to spot offers a variety of fun finds, each carefully handpicked by owner Carol Hyslop.

For the latest urban trends from up-and-coming and established local artists and designers this North Vancouver gem has the gift for you!

Favourite can be found on the second floor of the market, and for further details click here to visit their website.

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Earth-Friendly Favours...

April is Earth Month, the perfect time to explore some eco-friendly ideas for your wedding! For favours that are green and sure to be enjoyed even after the wedding nuptials, why not consider favours perfect for your friends' and family's gardens?

From tree seeds to flower seeds, to flower bulbs and tree, flower and herb seed kits. Canadian company Tree Beginnings offers these earth-friendly favours in eco boxes with brilliant raffia ribbon ties.

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Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week

Embrace the (long awaited) arrival of Spring with some seasonally inspired signature cocktails! Whether for your wedding shower, Bachelorette party, wedding reception or all three, find some inspiration from the following cocktail concoctions to personalize your special occasion:

Courtesy of The Knot:

Cheeky Rose Cocktail

• Handful of rosemary leaves
• 1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz. honey syrup (equal parts honey dissolved in water)
• 1 oz. gin
• 1 oz. rose wine
• Rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Muddle rosemary leaves in lemon juice and honey syrup.

Add ice, gin, and rose wine and shake well.

Strain over ice into a rocks glass.

Enjoy!

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Wedding Belles (and Whistles)

Be the bell of the ball in Kate Spade's new Wedding Belles (and whistles) collection! Kate Spade's celebratory line includes dresses, jewelery, heels, and even a Honeymoon collection.

Perfect for the bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, send-off brunch or any wedding occasion. True to Kate Spade's signature design, the styles are classic and elegant with a touch of whimsy!

To view the collection for yourself, click here!

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