Friday's Fabulous Find: Full Moon Trailers

Though not the most pleasant task to tend to when planning an outdoor wedding, organizing portable washrooms is a 'must-do!' Full Moon Rentals takes care of all your portable toilet and washroom trailer needs!

There is a selection of several different models of washroom trailers to choose from, ranging from the Deuce, to the standard washroom trailer, to the more deluxe Town & Country or the top-of-the-line Squire.

If your nuptials are taking place far from any proper washroom facilities, Full Moon Rentals is a definite must! Check them out here for more information.

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Countdown Hair-do's

New Years is great time to have fun with your hairstyle - keep it simple and sweet or let it be a little messy and playful!

Whether your hosting an evening to ring in the New Year or you're attending a party (or two), here are some user-friendly looks you can achieve right at home!

Sleek ponytail: Simple & Sleek

• Flat iron hair
• Mist a generous amount of shine spray onto your palms and smooth your hair back into a high ponytail just about the crown
• Finish by wrapping a piece of hair around the elastic for a polished look
• *wear with a side pair or slick straight back!

Bouncy Waves: All out Glamour

• Set hair in large hot rollers
• Brush out curls to achieve a sexy, billowy look
• *first spray hairbrush with light hold hairspray to prevent static

Playful Topknot: Easy & Chic

• Tie a ponytail on the top of your head, twist it into a bun and secure with bobby pins
• Rough-up the bun by misting with a texturizing spray
• Finish by scrunching the bun between fingers

For more fabulous looks click here! Have fun, be creative and ring in 2012 with effortless style!


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Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week

Did you receive something sparkly under the Christmas Tree this year? Congratulations if you're a recent bride-to-be! Following this special moment comes the big announcement of your engagement...

You are likely to start with those closest to you - parents, siblings, and grandparents. If this is a second marriage for either party and there are children from the first marriage, they, and most often the former spouse, should be the first to know.

According to Martha Stewart Weddings: The most intimate and immediate way to tell your family and closet friends is by telephone, but it may not be practical to call everyone else. If you have out-of-town friends with whom you often share the details of your lives via email, then it's perfectly acceptable to announce your engagement to them this way.

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Randy's Top Weddings of 2011

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend and as 2011 ticks to an end, it's the perfect time to look back and reflect on the year we've had. Randy Fenoli from TLC's Say Yes to the Dress has done just that but providing an inside look into the most memorable, outrageous and headline-garnering ceremonies of 2011!

The show show premiered last Friday, but will be shown again all this week on TLC... check out a preview here!

Relive this year's must-see marriage moments with Style & Strut's headliner, and look back at the year that was. The show includes never before seen footage as well as commentary from celebrities, wedding experts, and entertainment journalists.

And remember, Randy will be in our very own city January 22nd, 2012 for Style & Strut! Don't miss out on the opportunity to see him in person!


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Monday's Montage: Hollywood Glamour

If you've decided on an old hollywood glamour look for your wedding decor why not incorporate the theme into your attire. Plunging necklines, silky fabrics, lace and feather accents all embrace that decadent, glamorous feel...

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Friday's Fabulous Find: The Umbrella Shop

Rain, Rain, go away! ...but in reality, the cloudy skies are here to stay. In Vancouver, it's only assumed that you prepare for rain when planning a wedding outside the months of July and August - and even the middle of summer can't promise a drizzle-free day!

Prepare for your special day at The Umbrella Shop located in the heart of the downtown business core since 1935!

Browse their online catalogue or check them out in store to accessorize your bridal party with rainy-day gear that doesn't compromise on style.

From all of us at DG, have a safe and happy holiday!

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Destination Nuptials

Destination weddings in Europe are all about love, romance, charm, sophistication, elegance, stunning landscapes, incredible architecture and art. Imagine your dream wedding with the historical background of a city in Tuscany, Italy or the marvellous famous blue domes in Santorini, Greece.

Sounds pretty perfect! If this is what you picture as the ideal wedding, it is not out of reach - simply give yourself plenty of time to plan (at least 8 months to a year). This allows adequate time for your family, bridal party and other guests to make travel arrangements and schedule time off work.

Check out some helpful tips for planning a European destination wedding from Real Weddings:

1. Decide on which country you would like to wed.

2. Contact a destination wedding planner to discuss your details (large group, small more intimate group, country of preference, services required, etc.).

3. Get informed about your chosen country. Your wedding planner will provide you with information about paperwork and legalities, the wedding license, and will recommend specific cities in your chosen country and the type of services they each other.

See some beautiful suggestions for your destination nuptials...

And if your want that European charm minus the travel, include that rustic, elegant flair in your wedding decor!

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Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Week...

If friends and family chime in to lend a hand with your wedding preparation, be organized when assigning tasks...

A week before you wed, give the people in your bridal party cards that detail their duties, like transporting flowers or delivering favours.

Check out Martha Stewart Weddings for printable templates to organize and assign tasks - either type or hand write your message inside.

What you'll need...

• Cover-weight paper or card stock
• Craft knife
• Metal ruler or straightedge
• Japanese hole punch
• Yard, string, or twine
• A6 envelope

Follow an easy step-by-step here and be worry-free that these tasks will be completed in a timely manner! :)

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Get that Bridal Glow...

Look and feel fabulous with these skin care tips from Vie Derma Clinic...

... for a healthy life and healthy skin, one needs to care and nourish your skin and body alike. This will ensure longevity and a youthful look and feel. The key to achieve this is developing a daily regime or habit consisting of the following:

1. Drink plenty of water to detoxify, replenish and purify your skin.

2. Exfoliate twice a week in order to ensure new cell reproduction.

3. Moisturize your skin according to your specific skin condition at the specific time.

4. Evening care is the time to nourish, replenish, and rejuvenate.

5. Facial treatments are very important to maintain and provide balance, prevention/protection, and rejuvenation.

For more skin care information, contact Vie Derma Clinic for your beauty needs! ... And for more Bridal Beauty get your ticket today to Style & Strut, Vancouver's Premier Bridal Fashion Event.

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Monday's Montage: NYE!

Ring in 2012 with lots of sparkle! Whether you're hosting or attending a New Years Eve party find inspiration in the festive pairing of silver & gold... If there's ever a time of year to go all out, New Years Eve is your night to shine!

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DG's 12 Days of Xmas: Wedding Must Haves...

Day 12 of DG's 12 Days of Xmas... Thank-You Cards

Even after the vows have been exchanged and last of the bubbly has been sipped there are some tasks to complete post-wedding...

Send out Thank you cards. Etiquette often says you have one year to send out thank you cards... We suggest no more than 3-6 months. If you've already selected your invitations from the dg Boutique, you can continue your design theme with your Thank-You cards. It's the perfect way to tie every last detail together! And use your coupon code: BS-Xmas to receive 20% off!

Besides your Thank-You cards, you will likely have a few more to-do's to 'tick-off'...

DG FAVE: This company helps new brides cross the threshold from Miss to Mrs., providing a one-stop alternative with all of the forms, instructions and personalized letters new brides need when they change their name.

• I'm a Mrs.

... Take your gown and veil to be cleaned or have someone do it for you if you are heading on your honeymoon. Sweat stains left too long will turn yellow! Make sure the drycleaner is experienced in cleaning & preserving wedding gowns.

... Make sure all vendor bills have been paid.

Hope you've enjoyed DG's 12 Days of Xmas! Have a festive, fun-filled weekend and check back next week for the return of Monday's Montage.

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DG's 12 Days of Xmas: Wedding Must Haves...

Day 11 of DG's 12 Days of Xmas... Invitations

Start the anticipation of your nuptuals with some fabulous stationary! With all the email and text messaging, the simplicity of paper invites is a nice tradition we continue to see today.

Spend some time thinking about what style of invitations you want (i.e. traditional, modern, classic, unique, or humorous). The design can often be a precursor to your wedding reception decor! Find you invitations on the dg Boutique and all your complimentary stationary needs as well. Checkoff this mandatory task AND

receive 20% off your purchase with coupon code: BS-Xmas (all one word).

There are many different options available when ordering invitations (i.e. Do-it-Yourself (DIY), Local Retail Stationer, Online and Custom Design.

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.

DG TIP 2: 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.

Tomorrow is the last day of DG's 12 Days of Xmas...

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DG's 12 Days of Xmas: Wedding Must Haves...

Day 10 of DG's 12 Days of Xmas... Cake Toppers

Want to top off your cake with something besides flowers? The dg Boutique has just the selection for you! Find funny, traditional, or themed toppers and much more... browse through a varied selection and receive 20% off at the checkout by using coupon code: BS-Xmas (all one word).

4-8 months out is good time to start thinking about the type of wedding cake you would like to have. Meet with a cake maker to have a tasting, discuss details and pricing. Find some wedding cake inspiration here!

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.

See you tomorrow for Day 11...

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DG's 12 Days of Xmas: Wedding Must Haves...

Day 9 of DG's 12 Days of Christmas... Bridesmaids Gifts

Show your Bridesmaids some appreciation and make-up for some possible Bridezilla-like antics that may have occurred in the months leading up to your wedding... :) A wine carry bag, decorative dishes, or cute gift bags filled with goodies is a simple way to say "thank-you" for being a part of your special day!

Check out the dg Boutique for your gift giving needs, and use the coupon code: BS-Xmas (all one word) for your 20% off!

4-8 months prior, decide on the style of dresses you want your attendants to wear and give them the store/website information, colours & styles (if necessary). It's a good idea to discuss your ideas with your attendants. They may have a special request or some input they might wish to share.

DG TIP: If body types permit, consider a less costly option of buying bridesmaids dresses from a local retail shop (i.e. RW & Co., Jacobs, The Bay, etc.).

We're already on Day 10 tomorrow of DG's 12 Days of Xmas!

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DG's 12 Days of Xmas: Wedding Must Haves...

Day 8 of DG's 12 Days of Xmas... Personalized Favours

You personalize your bridal ensemble and wedding decor, why not add that personal touch to your favours? They are often one of the first things your guests will see when they arrive to the reception... either at the entrance way or at their individual place settings.

Don't let the thought of personalizing your favours overwhelm you and your daunting wedding checklist! Check out the dg Boutique for a wide selection of favours, easy enough to personalize with the simple click of a mouse!

Personalize a tasty treat, mint tins, candy jars, key chains, magnets, and much more! ...once you've found your favour of choice, enjoy the coupon code: BS-Xmas (all one word) and receive 20% off!

Tomorrow is Day 9 of DG's 12 Days of Xmas...

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A Very DG Christmas Party!

DreamGroup is more than fabulous weddings!

Last evening, DG decked the halls of a family home for a private holiday party. Complete with garlands, silver & gold, and twinkling lights & candles, the home was transformed within one afternoon...









If you have a last minute holiday party or a New Years Eve festivity, enlist the pros at DG to take the reins and bring your special event to the next level! Find out more info here.

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