Category — toronto

Happy Weekend! The BF and I just inhaled homemade French toast and crispy bacon. I love Saturdays. I have a contest coming up next week and the above image is a hint of what’s to come! So be sure to come back on Monday!

Last month, Style Me Pretty, featured this “Bohemian Romance” photo shoot styled by Toronto wedding planner Cynthia Martyn, with the assistance of a talented group of Toronto vendors. I love the colours – very apropos for a Valentine’s Day themed wedding or engagement party. For those are you getting married in the Toronto area, this gives you an idea as to what this city’s vendors can offer! To see more photos, visit Style Me Pretty or Cynthia Martyn’s blog.

Concept Design & Styling: Cynthia Martyn Events Inc. www.cynthiamartyn.com
Photography: Mimmo+Naz www.mimmoandnaz.com
Cake & Sweet Table: Cake Opera Co. www.cakeoperaco.com
Stationery Design: Bella Invites www.bellainvites.com
Floral Design: Fuscia Designs www.fusciadesigns.ca
Vintage Gown: Cabaret Vintage www.cabaretvintage.com
Hair & Makeup Styling: Faces By Carla www.facesbycarla.com
Rentals: Chairman Mills www.chairmanmills.com
Linens & Chair Overlays: Susan Murray International www.susanmurray.com
Favor Boxes and Packaging: Liloo www.liloo.ca
Caramel Apples: Bruce Co. Nut & Fudge www.nutandfudge.com
Calligraphy: Calligraphy By Diane www.calligraphybydiane.com
Venue: Fermenting Cellar, The Distillery District, Toronto www.fermentingcellar.ca

via Kevin Lam Photography

I saw this adorable cake topper on Toronto photographer Kevin Lam’s blog the other day and had to share. I’ve never seen anything so fun! To see how true the resemblance of the cake topper is to the bride and groom, click here.

Before becoming “The Professional Bridesmaid,” I had no idea the vast variety of cake toppers out there. Are you a fan of the cake topper? What are you having/did have as your cake topper?

via Amsale

WHEN?
Saturday, February 13th by appointment

WHERE?
Pearl Bridal House
76 Lakeshore Rd. East
Mississauga, ON L5G 1E1
905.278.5407
hello@pearlbridalhouse.com
www.pearlbridalhouse.com

To see the latest Amsale collection, visit www.amsale.com.

via Lela Rose

WHEN?
Friday, February 5th and Saturday, February 6th
10am-6pm

WHERE?
White Toronto (www.whitetoronto.com)
19 Hazelton Avenue, Toronto, ON. M5R 2E1
Tel: 416 849 9196 / info@whitetoronto.com
Call to make an appointment.

To see Lela Rose’s collection, visit www.lelarose.com.

Back in December, I attended the grand opening soiree of Sash & Bustle, Toronto’s latest arrival to the bridal scene. Described as a “modern bridal loft” by its owner Cynthia Martyn (who is already known as one of Toronto’s foremost wedding planners), Sash & Bustle houses chic bridesmaid dresses and bridal gown alternatives. Sash & Bustle is not like any other bridal salon I have been to (and I’ve been to A LOT). Located in the Garment Factory Lofts building, this industrial yet inviting boutique is filled with white modern furniture, crystal chandeliers, elegant bridal accessories, and of course colourful bridesmaids dress! At the back of Sash & Bustle, hang the ‘bridal alternatives.’ Think non-traditional, non-poufy, non-blingy, no superlong train but still fun, elegant and chic. One of Sash & Bustle’s ‘bridal alternative’ collections is that of Stephanie James Couture. Stephanie James is based in Hungtingon Beach, CA and is known for her flirty, vintage-inspired and unique bridal gowns.

via Stephanie James Couture

For those of you north of the border, Sash & Bustle is the only retailer in Canada who carries Stephanie James Couture! Even more exciting is that Sash & Bustle will be hosting a Stephanie James trunk show next weekend (Friday, January 29th – Sunday, January 31st), and Stephanie James will be there in person to consult with brides. Cynthia tells me that Saturday is completely booked but there are still appointments for Friday and Sunday. So if you’re looking for a gown that is unlike anything you’ve see out there already, be sure to check out Stephanie James’ trunk show.

Sash & Bustle
233 Carlaw Avenue, Unit 2
Toronto, Ontario
M4M 3N6
hello@sashandbustle.com
www.sashandbustle.com

via Anne Barge

WHEN?
Friday, January 29th and Saturday, January 30th

WHERE?
White Toronto (www.whitetoronto.com)
19 Hazelton Avenue, Toronto, ON. M5R 2E1
Tel: 416 849 9196 / info@whitetoronto.com
Call to make an appointment.

To see Anne Barge’s collection, visit www.annebarge.com.

When?
Wednesday, January 27 to Sunday January 31

Where?
Ritché Bridal
1662 Avenue Road
Toronto
416-789-4378

To see more of Maggie Sottero’s collection, click here.

The Wedding Co. hosted its first boutique-style wedding show, The Wedding Show, eight years ago, focusing on uniting brides with unique wedding vendors. The Wedding Co. continues to host it annual show this weekend, exhibiting the goods and services of 115 hand selected wedding vendors. My favourite calligrapher, Barbara Kua Calligraphy, was selected to participate so be sure to check her (and many other exhibitors) out!

via The Wedding Co.

Date: January 15-17, 2010
Where: The Carlu, 444 Yonge Street, 7th floor
Map & Directions
Times: Friday, January 15, 5-9pm
Saturday, January 16, 10am-6pm
Sunday, January 17, 10am-5pm
Cost: $20.00 (Receive a $3.00 voucher by subscribing to The Wedding Co.’s weekly newsletter)