DreamGroup’s Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Day

Need some ideas for your Something Blue?

There are lots of different ways to incorporate this age old tradition into your wedding. Check out some of our favourite ideas below:

Sew a small piece of blue fabric, thread or a patch

with blue embroidering inside your dress

Incorporate a couple of small blue flowers into your bouquet

Find a pair of fabulous Blue Shoes - a la Carrie Bradshaw!

Pick a pair of blue earrings from Jeweliette Jewellery & Accessories or find a fun hair accessory with a touch of blue

Opt for a wedding dress in a subtle blue tone

Just like this one from Maggie Sottero

Ask your florist to wrap the stem of your bouquet with blue fabric

Make sure to check back next week for

DreamGroup's Wedding Wednesday: Tip of the Day!

More Images from the "Best Wedding in Canada"!

Geneve McNally, Principal Planner, worked with Ashley & Marty in planning their perfect wedding from start to finish and every gorgeous detail and meticulously planned element helped earn the wedding the title of "Best Wedding in Canada" at the 2010 Star Awards in Toronto!

Here are a few more of Geneve's favourite photos from this fantastic day:

Thanks again to the AMAZING team that helped pull off this stunning day and best wishes to Ashley and Marty always! Check out our previous post to view more photos from this fabulous wedding as well.

Get your Garter!

It’s that time of year again when brides start collecting their bridal accessories in preparation for the big day so we thought we would share some of our favorite garters with you...

One of our Brides recently delighted her Groom by including a surprise garter toss into the wedding reception even though she told him she didn't want to take part in this age-old tradition. Right before the end of their First Dance the DJ scratched in Nelly’s “It’s Getting Hot in Here” just as a perfectly timed chair slid across the dance floor (thanks to her partner in crime...a.k.a. her wedding planner) where the bride lifted her leg onto the chair revealing a stunningly sexy garter just waiting for her excited groom to remove. The look of surprise and excitement on the Groom's face was priceless.

Have a little fun with your Garter Toss and make it something that your Groom won’t soon forget!

It can even be your something blue!

Click here for more info on the "Classic Garter with Buckle"

We love this garter set! It includes one to keep and one to "toss".

Click here for more info on the "Sweet Art Bridal Garter Set"

Or get your garter in any color…

Click here for more info on the Bridal "Toss" Garter

Don’t see your garter here…?

Check out the DreamGroup Boutique for more.

Winning Best Wedding in Canada was only the icing on the Cake (and one of the prettiest cake's ever)!

Winning Best Wedding in Canada at the 2010 Star Awards in Toronto was only the icing on the cake! Geneve McNally, Principal Planner, adored working with Ashley and Marty in planning their perfect wedding from start to finish. Every detail, every element from the church ceremony, through to the the Dinner and Dancing under a private garden tent on the bride's parent's estate was purely decadent and meticulously planned. The couple trusted DreamGroup to pull off an outstanding end result and it was because of that trust and faith in our abilities and insight that Ashley and Marty's wedding was as beautiful and memorable as it was.

We could not have done it without an AMAZING team of incredible florists, decorators, caterers, photographers, and more! See below for a full list of the wonderful Wedding Professionals that helped make this day everything it should be! Josh Bowie captured incredibly Ashley and Marty's genuine love for one another and their joie de vivre approach to life which can be felt through his stunning portray of the day's events as they so beautifully unfolded.

Below are a selection of Geneve's favourite photos.

Congrats again to Ashley and Marty on a wonderful life together!

The Details

• Flowers by Granville Island Florists
• Decor by Upright Decor
• Cake & Catering by Culinary Capers
• Music by Dr. Strangelove
• Photos by Josh Bowie Photography
• Videography by Laura Ann Cinema
• Hair by Blo on the Go
• Make Up by Hayley Miller
• Ice Sculpture by Cool Creations
• Tenting by Apex Tents
• Photobooth by Photobooth Vancouver
• Stationery by Wintons

Check back next week for more of Geneve's favourite photos

from Ashley & Martin's Day!

1 day, 2 days, 3 days, Oh boy!

Principal Planner, Sarah Shore, just completed 3 days of events for Suneet & Jim’s wedding and what a celebration it was!

The first day began with an intimate ceremony for 29 guests at the Celebration Pavilion who then headed over to Seasons in the Park for dinner.

The second day was the Indian Reception at Stanley Park Pavilion that was full of vibrant color, lots of food, entertainment, and dancing. One of the best parts being that Sarah and her team got to dress up in Saris and join in the fun.

The last day was the Formal Black Tie Reception held at the Pan Pacific Hotel where guests were wined and dined and had their senses shocked with the slight of hand magician, Justin Gilbert.

Here are a few great images of the DG gals all dressed up

at the Indian Reception event:

For more images of these fantastic events, check out

Studio Jeanie's blog: http://studiojeanie.wordpress.com/

Weddings and the City...

Associate Planner Alicia Keats, is currently working with (and being entertained by) quite possibly one of the most riveting and hilarious writers we DreamGroup gals have ever known! Suzie Moldowan brought DreamGroup on board last year to assist her with the planning of her 2010 wedding and we've been enjoying our our very own Carrie Bradshaw ever since! Here is yet another fantastic excerpt from Suzie's planning journey...enjoy!

Morning again,


Whew...amazing how much better the synapses are flying once daylight hits and brain activity picks up speed.


Valentine's Day was a laugh. Jayna was great and I think we are on the right track in terms of what I am wanting. I was not in a great head space for a variety of reasons and was not good at helping her understand what I was looking for...I felt badly but I think I am going to see if we could do another consultation, with the money going towards the package as we will definitely go with her on the day. Having said that, she is fun and has a good energy...all thumbs up from me.


Sooooo happy to hear that my fantasies aren't going to waste and that someone appreciates them. Every time I try to entertain Mischa with them, he feels "cheated" in that he feels our fantasies are apparently different. I am going to try a new technique though in an effort to align our imaginative dreaming and plan on approaching the subject, that being our decor, while decked out in non-motherly attire. Translation: I will delve into the land of questionable morals and loose values all in the name of this wedding.


Geez, what I sacrifice!


Moving on....sooo glad you are not poo-pooing my ideas. Moreover, couldn't be happier that you are digging the Wii and roadie game! Rock on girl. After dessert and before speeches sounds good. I feared I was on the verge of over-doin' it, whew! I think we should ask Andrea at TCC if they have a TV available and failing that, we can easily use one from our place and drop it off. No problems there. As for the hockey nets, I can borrow them from the school and we can pick those up and deliver them prior to the wedding also.


I listened to the band and they sound great but I am concerned about the cost of $2300. I am assuming that is not negotiable? Let me know the details when you get them because I am definitely interested. Would love to have the horn players too but we are now quite a bit over the $800 for the DJ. Your thoughts here? If we went with these guys and they agreed to the ceremony as well, are we closer to budget?


Hmmm, what else. Ahhh, the reusable shopping bags, they were from Weddingstar magazine and they work out to be about $1.99 a bag. Mom still thinks we should do a different gift for the men so I will look into another favor also. I will bring the mag when I see you next.


As for Garlands, I will stay tuned. Are we able to meet with Evan from Flowerz as well? Are we going to meet with Colin from Upright too? I have some more pics with floral and decor ideas that I think might work.


This weekend might work well for me for a dress date. Sat could work but I need to get back to you on this as I usually tutor in the am. Sunday could work but I can only do afternoon as Mischa, Reese and I always go for brunch and it is the date you can't break!


Let me know what ya think?


Suzie

Cake Toppers Galore!

Add some personality and maybe even a little humour to your wedding cake! These elegant, beautiful quality figures offer many options for self expression. Check out some of our favourites:

The Love Pinch

Life is all about the little moments. Particularly those that no one knows about but you. This elegant couple takes romance - and fireworks - to a new level. Poised and elegant from the front, the back reveals a hidden little pinch - and a few extra "sparks".

Click here for more info on the Love Pinch Toppers

Groom in a Kilt and Elegant Bride

As a tribute to Scottish heritage, this Groom is dressed in traditional Scottish attire. The attention to detail is most impressive right down to the customary sporran. Shown here with our Elegant Bride in a fashionable wedding gown.

Click here for more info on the Groom in a Kilt Topper

Cell Phone Fanatic Bride and Groom

In our crazy busy world that we live in, it isn't too far off to think that a cell phone or two may be an added help or necessity on the big day. Heck, you may even need it on your cake!

Click here for more info on the Cell Phone Fanatic Toppers

Be sure to check out the entire DG Boutique for even more

fabulous Cake Toppers, Save the Dates,

Favors, Gifts and more!

http://dreamgroup.weddingstar.com/