4 Reasons to Have a New Year's Eve Wedding

While winter is not the most popular season for weddings, I think there is something appealing about having your wedding on New Year's Eve! Below are my top 4 reasons for having your wedding on New Year's Eve.

#1 - A Great Anniversary

Not a person to normally go all out for New Year's? Now you have an amazing reason to always party - your wedding anniversary. New Year's Eve will always be a special day for your and your partner. Better yet, January 1 is a holiday. That allows you to party the night away and not have to worry about going into work the next day. It's like having your anniversary on a Friday every year.

#2 - Ease for Guests

As mentioned above, the next day is a holiday. That makes it easy for your guests to come to your special day, since the next day can be reserved for recovery and travel. Also, your guests most likely will enjoy having a place to go and party for the evening, unless they have traditions already in place. 

#3 - The Décor

Did I mention metallics? How about how you can go crazy with the metallics and it is totally acceptable? Mix metallic with glitter and you have a home run. You also don't have to go crazy. Some small string lights, candles and a giant clock is just perfect.

#4 - Champagne

Who doesn't love champagne? What better way to celebrate your wedding and the new year than with champagne for everyone! Classy, sophisticated and fun, champagne is a definite. You can also give out tiny bottles of champagne as a party favour (for those who are of legal age of course.)

Fact: Did you know that The Big Bang Theory actress Kaley Cuoco got married this past New Year's Eve?

Thanks to Renaissance Studios Photography for the stunning photo!

Wedding Colour Wednesday To Return in January

For those of you wondering what has happened to Wedding Colour Wednesday, it will be returning on January 15th! I have taken a bit of a break from it for the holidays but it will be back shortly!

How to Choose Your Wedding Party

Oh the big decision - who will be in your bridal party. This dreaded decision is definitely a difficult one. Here are my own tips as to how to pick the women who will stand beside you as you say "I do."

5 Great Wedding Favours

One of the most common ways to thank your guests for attending your wedding is with a favour. These are normally placed on the table with the place cards. Renaissance Studios Photography, who supplies a lot of the stunning photos used on this blog, has recently opened a wedding store - A Million Things Wedding. Here are a few of my favourite guest favours that they sell!

1. Bottle Opener

This antique key bottle opener is ADORABLE, and so practical. I am a big fan of the practical gifts. I am also into antique keys right now. Starting at $3.60 CDN each, these are definitely a unique wedding favour.

Wedding Colour Wednesday - Canary Yellow and Royal Blue

This week's Wedding Colour Wednesday features a fun and bright colour palette: canary yellow and royal blue.

Cake Anyone? Non-Traditional Wedding Cakes

Whoever said to play it safe was wrong. Going non-traditional can be fun, original and memorable. Check out these non-traditional cakes that are sure to be show stoppers!

Unique Designs
Unique designs like this cake of the Taj Mahal are not your traditional wedding cakes. They go with the theme of the wedding and can become a conversation starter.

Wedding Colour Wednesday - Granny Smith Apple Green, Black and White

This week's Wedding Colour Wednesday features a contemporary and not so typical colour scheme: granny smith apple green, black and white.

5 Popular Wedding Dress Fabrics

Wedding dresses come in more shapes, styles and fabrics than one can imagine. Below I will list and explain some of the most popular fabrics for wedding dresses.

Wedding Colour Wednesday - Gold, Chocolate Brown and Burnt Orange

This week's Wedding Colour Wednesday features a colour palette that is absolutely perfect for rustic, country fall weddings - gold, chocolate brown and burnt orange.

Spotlight on Engagement - Breanne and Kale

A beautiful friend of mine got engaged last month and everything (including her ring) is absolutely perfect!

Wedding Colour Wednesday: Fire Engine Red and Charcoal

This week's Wedding Colour Wednesday features a bright fire engine red and charcoal. Red is a popular colour for weddings, and instead of the traditional black a nice charcoal grey is used instead.

Decorating for a Backyard Wedding

Today's blog post is written by guest blogger Erin Whitney. Erin blogs about interior decoration and has written some great tips for creating an amazing backyard wedding. Enjoy!

Backyard weddings have the potential to be unique and very beautiful. This being said, a backyard wedding can be a little tricky to pull off. Follow these tips to create the ultimate backyard wedding of your dreams!

Traditional Patio by Los Angeles Interior Designers & Decorators Moore About… Design

5 Difficult Guest List Decisions

One difficult task that needs to be done is choosing who to invite to your wedding. If you have a tight budget, you may decide to have a smaller wedding. This involves determining the number of guests and deciding who makes the cut. If you have a large family like I do, this can make things difficult. Especially if your fiancé has a large family as well. Here are 5 difficult decisions that you need to make when choosing your guest list.

Wedding Colour Wednesday - Sand, Ivory and Blush

This week's Wedding Colour Wednesday is a very subtle and laid-back colour palette. It is mainly sand and ivory with a touch of blush pink in the bouquet.

Fun and Creative Bridesmaids Gifts

Your bridesmaids give a lot to stand beside you in your wedding. They purchase the dress, throw and attend a bachelorette party, and give up a weekend to watch you say "I Do." It is common practice to give your bridesmaids a gift as a token of your appreciation. Here are a few creative and fun ideas of gifts you can give your best girlfriends.

Wedding Colour Wednesday - Pale Green and Charcoal

What a fun and bright colour combination! This week's Wedding Colour Wednesday features a bright pale green and charcoal.

6 Wedding Food Trends

For me, one of the most important aspects that needs to be given a lot of attention (and a good amount of the budget) is the food. Yes beautiful  décor is lovely, but good food is essential. Here are a few of the hottest trends in making your food at your wedding stand out.

Wedding Colour Wednesday: Salamander and Tangerine Orange

With tomorrow being Halloween, this week's Wedding Colour Wednesday features orange!

Wedding Décor On a Budget

Weddings can be expensive. Fortunately, here are a few ways that you can decorate your dream wedding while staying on budget.

Wedding Colour Wednesday - Mix of Purple

This week's Wedding Colour Wednesday features a lovely palette of purple. Purple is a popular colour for weddings, especially in the spring and fall. This palette combines a few different shades of purple.

How to Choose A Wedding Venue

When planning your wedding, you need to choose the venue where the wedding will take place. While you may have picked out a place in your mind before you were even engaged, there are definitely some considerations to make before you book.

Wedding Colour Wednesday: Tiffany Blue

A big trend in wedding colours right now is Tiffany blue and white. Every girl loves Tiffany & Co. Classic, sophisticated and timeless. The colour has been a signature of Tiffany & Co's since 1845 and it isn't going anywhere any time soon.

Pros and Cons of Destination Weddings

Beautiful beaches, palm trees and the shinning sun. Hawaii, the Grand Canyon, Switzerland; the choise is yours. Regardless of your destination, travelling for your wedding can be a unique and amazing experience.

Photo Credit: Kristen Kinsey

Wedding Colour Wednesday: Classic Black and White

There is nothing more classic for a wedding than black and white. It is elegant, sophisticated and perfect for evening weddings.

Choosing The Best Dress (or Dresses) For Your Bridesmaids

Picking dresses for your bridesmaids can be a big decision. There are many questions you must ask yourself: Long or short? Which style are you going to choose? Which colour will be flattering on your bridesmaids? Do you want your maid of honour to stand out? There are so many things to consider when choosing the dress (or dresses). It is even harder if you include your bridesmaids in on the decision (Have you ever seen Say Yes to the Dress: Bridesmaids?)

Wedding Colour Wednesday: Shades of Pink

One major component of a wedding is the colour scheme. This is something that needs to be decided early on in the planning process because many decisions revolve around it, such as decor, flowers, bridesmaids dresses, and the list goes on. That's why I have decided to start a weekly segment called Wedding Colour Wednesday. Every Wednesday I will post a new colour scheme!

Today's Wedding Colour Wednesday features two different shades of pink in one great colour scheme.

Say Yes To The Dress For Your Body Type

If you are like me, you have dreamt of your wedding day since the age of five. You have watched Say Yes to the Dress and spent hours on Kleinfeld looking for your perfect dress. However, one of the biggest mistakes a bride can make is choosing the wrong silhouette for her body type.

How To Find Your Perfect Engagement Ring

Finding your perfect engagement ring can be just as hard as finding the perfect man. Whether you are single or in a long-term relationship, there is never a bad time to look at engagement rings. There are many things that need to be considered before buying.