You and your beau may be fans of scuba diving and might choose to “go coral”.  Coral bottle stoppers on each bottle of wine are sure to be hit, and after dinner they can be given to the couple who is married the longest at each table.  Fun for your guests and it will add some flair to your affair.  With coral place card holders, coral stationary of all kinds, coral clings, and even coral wine labels, you can have fun with a coral theme.

Maybe coral is not your thing, but you might have a thing for fish or fishing.  The “all the fish in the sea” stationary collection could set the tone for your beach wedding.  The Kissing Fish Mini Candles are cute and would make a perfect wedding favor for your guests, or you can unpackage them and use the candles on your reception tables.  The Double Fish Card Holders With Brushed Silver Finish” are adorable, and would reflect the candle light on your table beautifully.  And if you wanted to mix it up a bit, you could opt for starfish items with your fish items to make it a real beach theme.

If you want your beach theme to be a little more broad and less specific, we recommend the lovely little Miniature Woven Picnic Basket to hold the mints or chocolates you will give to your guests as a wedding favor.  And the Mini Treasure Chest is absolutely adorable.  The little metal sailboat can not only hold candy for your guests, but could also serve as condiment containers on your reception table.

If those ideas don’t thrill you, the Flip Flop “Just Married” Mini Key Chains might do the trick.  Fun and useful items for those who are oriented towards an eco-friendly wedding.  Who doesn’t find a fridge magnet useful?  The beautiful “Smooth Sailing” Sailboat Magnet Gift Favor is not only beautiful, but it is beautifully packaged to really portray that beach wedding theme.

The laser expressions stationary is new in the wedding market.  These are die cut paper items for your table numbers or place settings or even to identify a signature cocktail.  Because they are die cut, they come in a variety of unique shapes and designs that cannot be achieved by regular cut paper.  Imagine seahorse ‘cutouts’ attached to your wine glass at each table with your guests name on it so they know where to sit.

We invite you to check out these fun products, as well as our complete line of wedding accessories.  Just click on the picture below.

A wedding theme might be as simple as choosing one or two colours as a theme, or even choosing a certain flower that becomes the dominant decoration.  For example, a classic theme is the black and white wedding theme.

Choosing flowers, tablecloths, wedding favours, and all your table decorations in black and white keeps it simple.  The introduction of one single colour will add a wow factor to an otherwise classic wedding theme.

This picture is of a whimsical pair of Salt & Pepper Puzzle Pieces that can be given as wedding favors.  In addition, the paper ribbon can be personalized with your names, and comes in a variety of colours to match your wedding theme colours.

If you have other ideas for a wedding favour, these salt and pepper shakers are also a great idea to have as part of your table setting.  Imagine a beautiful white on white table setting with the black and white salt and pepper puzzle pieces for your salt and pepper shakers.  During the evenings festivities, you can give these away to the couple at each table who has been married the longest.  It will become a great memory for your guests long after your wedding day, and add a bit of fun to the evening.

Many couples want more elaborate ideas for a themed wedding, and one is the ‘Cinderella theme’.  Many couples love this theme and have a horse drawn carriage to take them to and from their wedding locations.   To carry the theme, this lovely Cinderella Wedding Carriage Candle makes a great accessory to your table setting.  These boxed candles can be given as wedding favors to your guests, or opened and lit to add some sparkle to your table setting.

Whatever theme you choose for your themed wedding, just add touches of it to your decorations and/or table settings.  The key with choosing a theme is not to over do it.  It is a wedding after all, and that is the main focus or theme.

Enjoy your wedding planning!

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A bride's hairstyle on her wedding day is as important to her as her wedding dress. It represents the culmination of months of planning and visualizing and it has to be just right to make her dream come true.

When it comes to bridal hairstyles, very little changes from one season to another but with all things in fashion, it is the subtle changes that make each look hot for each new season. Basically all bridal hair styles stem from the same basics and branch out to suit the individual client.

The basic hairstyles most stylists work with when it comes to weddings are:

• The bun – a tightly pulled back look that leaves little or no loose locks around the face
• The up do – a variation of the bun. It becomes more ornate and its placement can be an arrangement of hair at the top of the head or the back. It can be tightly and neatly arranged or it can present itself as a messy up do where lots of loose locks around the face and neck are present.



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• The half up do – is a variation of the up do where only the front part of the hair is lifted off the face and arranged at the top of the head. The back of the hair remains to fall loose along the shoulders.
• The French twist – a tightly pulled vertical or horizontal twist entire head of hair. It can be secured at the back of the head or along the sides extending back from the ears.
• The chignon – a tightly pulled variation of the bun that ends up in a collection of knots arranged at the nape of the neck
• The long wavy curls – here the hair is left to hang in loose curls in a soft, romantic yet sexy look.



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Using this list as a launching pad for your particular style will help both you and your stylist come up with just the right look for you. Remember, just as no two heads are created equal, no two hairstyles are either. Just because something looks great on paper, it doesn't mean it will translate into a great style for you. Take some time to experiment and you won't be disappointed!

Canada

Canada belongs to the list of top wedding destinations in the world. It is no wonder many bridal shops have proliferated all over this country to cater to the needs of both Canadian brides and foreign brides. If you are getting married in this beautiful country, you would want to get a hold of this list that enumerates the most popular Canadian bridal shops.

Toronto Bridal Shops

Adele Wechsler

Perfect for the bride who is looking for something out of the ordinary, the bridal shop of Adele Wechsler has become synonymous to alternative wedding gowns. These gowns, which evoke “moods of feminine romance,” include unexpected organic elements such as exotic hibiscus, orchids, embroidered pansies and lilies, and handcrafted flowers. Gowns from this name exude a fusion of modernity and classic.

Amanda-Lina’s Bridal Boutique

Amanda’s merger with another big name in bridal industry, Lina Sposa results in an excellent bridal boutique known for having unsurpassed customer satisfaction. Since 1995, Amanda-Lina has been offering a vast selection of exclusive bridal products that give off an old world style that is adored by many brides.

Wedding Dresses

Duette Sposa

One of the finest in the industry, Duette Sposa’s dedication for perfection in all of bridal gowns and products such as headpieces, earrings, gowns, and shoes, can surely make you look like the perfect bride come your special day.

Montreal Bridal Shops

A Timeless Celebration

A Timeless Celebration is a one-stop shop for your bridal needs since this place also offers wedding planning services and wedding advice consultation, aside from bridal products and gowns. A bride can work closely with the reliable and efficient staff of this bridal shop to ensure that the wedding day turns out just the way she hopes it to be.

France B. Pronuptia

A professional bridal consultant, France B. Pronuptia offer hands on help to all her customers when it comes to choosing the perfect gown. She knows very well that each bride is unique and has distinct needs and concerns. She can assist brides in finding the right wedding gown suitable for the bride’s taste, figure, wedding type, and budget. Needless to say, personalized service is the best feature that this bridal shop offers.

Edmonton Bridal Shops

The Bridal House

Bridal Accessories

The bridal house is home to the creations of the most popular wedding designers such as Maggie Sottero, Paloma Blanca, and Vera Wang. In addition to these, the Bridal House also offers a wide selection of bridal accessories from headpieces to gowns, from shoes to veils.

Emma Scott Design

A design and clothing company, Emma Scott Design is becoming well known for its exquisite bridal fashion. What started as a small couture garments store, this shop has become popular for wedding gowns with high quality fabrics and finishing, as well as superb designs.

Vancouver Bridal Shop

Clara Couture Inc.

This bridal shop specializes in one-of-a-kind custom designs for gowns, suits, and dresses. Unique detailing through beadings, laces and handmade embroidery, and sophisticated artisanship are some of the things that make dresses from this shop special.

Woodbridge Bridal Shop

Woodbridge Bridal Shoe Shop

Woodbridge Bridal Shoe Shop offers a wide range of fashion bridal footwear that are excellent in quality and trendy in style. It has shoes that are not only for the bride but for the other members of the entourage as well. Couple the quality products with fantastic service and fabulous variety, you surely would not want to look elsewhere.

When shopping for your bridal needs, whether it is in Canada or in any part of the world, make sure that you shop around extensively and that you prioritize quality at all times.

Arranging wedding centerpieces traditionally meant spending a lot on flowers and plants. But the economic crunch of today calls for a creative and cheap way of coming up with beautiful, elegant and extraordinary centerpieces that will make the wedding event extra special.

If you are getting married anytime soon and you still have not figured out what to choose for the centerpiece, here are some inexpensive but wonderful centerpiece ideas for you to consider.

Balloon Bouquets
Just as colorful and exquisite but not as expensive, balloons are the cheaper alternatives to flowers. Because balloons also come in different shapes, sizes, and colors, it is easy to whip up a gorgeous and stunning balloon bouquet that can add flair to the tables in the reception event. Just make sure that you attach a weight on the balloon centerpiece so that it will not float away.

Candle Arrangements
Scented candles make great wedding centerpiece. They are classy, dramatic and spectacular. You have to consult a candle expert so it will be easier for you to choose what kind of candle arrangement to have in your wedding event. If you are having an Irish themed wedding, it would be a great idea to opt for candelabra. Votive candles floating on wide and clear water vase is also a wonderful choice. Also, be sure to choose scents that are appetizing such as cinnamon, vanilla, or fruity aroma.

Mirror Centerpieces
It is easy to imagine creating centerpieces with candles and balloons but it is quite different with mirrors. How does one create a centerpiece with the use of mirrors? For one, you can place a votive candle on top of a mirror. Alternatively, you can scatter confetti or rose petals on top of a mirror. The reflection of the design elements can add beauty and depth to the centerpiece idea.

Bouquets of Bridesmaids
Since we hear messages about the importance of reusing and recycling all the time, why not do it during your wedding event? You can collect the bouquets of the bridesmaids after the church ceremonies and reuse them as centerpieces for the table. These are indeed cheap, beautiful, and wonderful.

Food Centerpieces
A tall vase filled with fruits of different colors adorned with a small shrub on top or a basket of bread or muffins can be fantastic options for centerpiece. Decorate the vase, basket or any food container with ribbons or other design elements to make the centerpiece more beautiful.

Baskets with Giveaways
A beautiful wicker basket that contains giveaways such as chocolate boxes, scented candles, photo frames, or whatever kind of souvenir you are giving away can be an inexpensive but creative idea for a centerpiece.

Wedding centerpieces need not be expensive to be beautiful. With creativity and resourcefulness, you can have beautiful wedding centerpieces that you do not need to spend a fortune on.

WEDDING TRIVIA

Tradition says that an unmarried male guest who keeps a piece of wedding cake under his pillow as he sleeps will increase his chances of finding a mate. An unmarried bridesmaid who does the same will dream of her future husband.  Today, it is commonly believed that anyone who puts a piece of wedding cake under their pillow will dream of their future mate.

Usually, it is up to either one of the future bride’s family members, or the maid of honor, or even one of the bridesmaids to host the party and inform the guests when the party is, where it is going to be, and what sort of party it is going to be. The guests need to know if it is going to be just a regular bridal shower party, or a themed bridal shower party because they need to know what sort of gifts they should bring.

This means that whoever is hosting the wedding shower has to brainstorm some wedding shower ideas, and even wedding gift ideas to help the guests out perhaps, well beforehand. If the guests could get some idea of the sort of gifts they should bring for the bride, it would be a big help and brainstorming gift ideas should be no problem since the party is supposed to be hosted by the people who know the bride best.

Shopping around for wedding favors for men is easy when you do it online. You never have to step into a store to find thoughtful wedding favours for men. Just surf around online, order and everything is delivered right to your door so it’s easy and convenient.

Give your groomsmen special wedding favors for men to show your thanks for their support. So your gift doesn’t get tucked away in a drawer, choose something they like or would use. For example, if your friends love cars they would appreciate luxury steering wheel holders as gifts.

The wedding guest books, or unique wedding guest books if you prefer the personalized kind, is where all the guests who were present on that day leave their signatures and sometimes an occasional message if they wanted. But generally the guests would just leave their signatures. That way the couple can refer and look back and see everyone that was there on that day, because it is likely that there are going to be hundreds of people present at the wedding (unless you are having just a small ceremony) and you might not get to meet and greet every single person there for a lengthy period of time.