“You’re not marrying anyone, don’t just wear anything. Tuxedos are meant for special occasions and a wedding day is just that!” Mission Statement
 Photography: Kristi King Unlike women, who are used to dressing up, men may feel intimidated when faced with the prospect of wearing a tuxedo for their wedding day. Most men expect formal wear to feel uncomfortable until they actually try it on, and then, they are relieved when they find the outfit is quite comfortable and it looks great on them, too!
 Photography: Kristi King As with wedding gown fashion, certain styles come and go in the world of men’s formal wear, although the basics always remain the same with the elegance and romance of a tuxedo. Currently, the traditional black and white ensemble is very popular and, it never out of style. It’s a return to the glamour days of Hollywood, and the James Bond look!
 Photography: Kristi King Robin Fortier, Owner and General Manager states, “That every customer can expect a warm greeting and friendly help throughout the entire process. With a palette of great colours and patterns for vests and accessories, it’s easy to add a personal style and statement about that guy wearing the tux!”
Offering brand names such as After Six, Oscar de la Renta, Christian Dior, Bill Blass and Halston, they have a breadth of selection and everything is in stock. Out- of- town Groomsmen can be measured in the city they are in, and simply post their measurements on Monty’s website. Instant alterations are always available. There’s also a large selection of tuxedos and shoes and accessories for ring bearers!
When the Groom finally reaches the altar in his formal attire, it’s all a part of the wedding day magic that Monty Formal Wear creates. Trust their good taste, style and know-how for your special day.
 As seen in The Wedding Guide Windsor|Essex County
With over 15 years of professional event planning experience, Rosemary Skinner, owner of Soirée Event Extraordinaire, Windsor, Ontario is one of this area’s most sought after décor planners. Her company’s proven performance, coupled with high level creativity, always delivers rave reviews! Their services include theme concept development, to room décor for your most memorable occasions and wedding celebrations.
Like an artist, her job is to understand the dreams of her brides and grooms, while providing a high level of personal service and expertise. Designers like Rosemary have to provide innovative ideas that are as unique as each of her clients. With unlimited access to a network of creative and experienced professionals, they possess the creativity, expertise and resources to make every wedding spectacular.
Working to create a couple’s dream day is highly personal, and Rosemary and her team believe that your wedding day should be the most beautiful reflection of your lives together. Artistry, passion and a knack to think outside-the-box, has made her company the success they are today! They will make your moment magical; turning it into the event of your life.
Their keen eye for balance and colour are quickly recognized in every occasion that they put their “touch” on, and that difference is in the details. From intimate engagement parties to large wedding receptions, to Soirée Event Extraordinaire, there is no such thing as a small detail.
They believe that your wedding celebration should reflect your own individuality and have its own flair and originality. Whatever your location; indoor or outdoor, banquet hall or backyard, vineyard, golf club or garden, Soirée will work extensively to customize each wedding within the budget.
Always ahead of the trends, Rosemary discovered the “lounge” concept developing as a focal point for today’s wedding. She offers rentals of sofas, button-studded sweetheart banquettes and stand-up glass tables; all items to make a wedding reception a more intimate and relaxed environment, as well as being oh- so comfortable for the guests.
This team provides table detailing, (specialty linens & centrepieces) chair cover rentals, signature backdrops, ceiling décor, wedding prop rentals, floral design, lighting and special events, guest favours and entertainment.
For a consultation, please call for your complimentary consultation: 519-988-1414, http://www.soireeevents.com or visit: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Soir%C3%A9e-Event-Extraordinaire/46493319203?ref=ts
Your groom and your guests will always remember your radiant glow on your wedding day. However, you know that long hours on the job and the stress of wedding planning can wear you out. You need to give your body and your skin the rejuvenation it deserves.
The perfect way to achieve an overall sense of well-being and restore your energy is to reap the benefits of a weekly sauna. Whether you are in pain, have an existing condition or just want to maximize your energy and well being, saunas are a perfect remedy to melt away stress.
Even when you are relaxed, your brain uses 20% of your body’s oxygen and glucose. Under pressure, it can lead to fatigue, upset stomach, headaches and problems sleeping.
At The Women’s Club, their infrared sauna only heats the body, not the air, as a steam sauna will do, so it’s safe, easier to breath and will allow for deep therapeutic healing.
By stimulating the sweat glands, circulation and thyroid function, your heart and metabolic rates increase for hours after. Dilated blood vessels enhance oxygen to your internal organs, muscles and soft tissue for relief of any chronic pain that you may have. (back or fibromyalgia)
As skin temperature increases, the infrared heat liquefies fats and increases detoxification. This cleanses your body and carries away fat, cholesterol, sodium and other metallic toxins.
Thirty minutes a week will burn 300+ calories, improve your vitality, immunity and circulation while making your skin radiant.
The benefits of infrared saunas have long been known for their sense of well being and it’s a great way to schedule some “bridal me time” for yourself, knowing that you are keeping yourself healthy. By warding off your chance of infections and taking the kinks out of your daily challenges, you will tackle the most important planning decisions and feel like you are walking on a cloud nine with all the energy to enjoy this wonderful time in your life- your engagement!
The Women’s Club is dedicated to you, the bride-to-be and your wedding party, by keeping you out of overdrive with smart strategies for stress-busting, weight loss, yoga, aerobics, nutrition and weight loss. They also offer gift certificates for all your special thank yous.
15% Reduction on Infrared Sauna Sessions
1 session $21.25 - Regular price $25
10 sessions $170- Regular price $200
20 sessions $255- Regular price $300
The Women’s Club, 1606 Sylvestre Drive, Tecumseh, Ontario- 519-735-3100
womansclubfitness.com or email: [email protected]
I attended the Grand Opening of Grill 55 last week and it was evident that a lot of love, care and planning went into this new WOW facility. The restaurant was replete with beautifully presented food stations and a full house of guests, all dazzled by the impeccable service.
From the moment you enter this newly-opened restaurant at the Holiday Inn & Suites on Huron Church Road, you feel the elegance and ambiance in this urban atmosphere. It’s sleek and spacious with a contemporary lounge club feel. The booths are roomy and intimate; perfect for quiet talks or family occasions. A large and stunning bar graces the room.
Sleek and modern, this spacious restaurant is the perfect place for a light meal or a celebratory dinner. The food is exquisite and well presented, but it’s the feel of the space that is also so very unique.
Outstanding food, presented with flair is the key to their future success. And, this team serves it up in an exemplary manner. Signature dishes and a signature drink, The Grill 55 Shooter is on a menu with international choices, and, is presented with great service and attention to detail.
The new private dining room is a gem of a space that can hold any party from an engagement, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, wedding or corporate meeting.
 Grill 55 Party Room inside Holiday Inn & Suites, Huron Church Road, Photo by Trevor Booth Photography Beautifully appointed with a gas fireplace and internet service, the room can hold up to 50 and is contemporary and filled with warmth. It is appealing to the senses, is soothing and inviting, and looks stunning set-up in party mode.
This is the newest party room in the area and has all the right ingredients to be a popular and busy spot for years to come. The 250 person ballroom is under total renovation and will open in time for December holiday parties.
The culinary team perfects the little details that make up any big day and will take your vision, whatever size your occasion and make it come to life. Dedicated to superior service and outstanding food, this is the place in Windsor|Essex to hold your next celebration.
Executive Chef Steve Meehan who is now the Director of Food and Beverages services has created a balanced and tasty menu that appeals to even the most discerning diner.
For more information/tour, please contact: Susan Holden, Catering Sales Manager, 519-969-7144, 1855 Huron Church Road, Windsor
Planning a wedding is a very exciting time. However, it is important to create three important lists.; guest list, budget and wish list.
All go hand-in-hand and everyone knows that you can’t include everyone on the guest list. It would be wonderful to share with all you know, but it is impossible and expense is the biggest reason. It’s a special day with special guests. Your whole dream day will hinge on the guest list, so be realistic with your available money.
 John Lyons Photography, Windsor, Ontario- will travel Create only one guest list; this is the one! Never exceed the capacity of your venue. These guests most be very special to the bride and groom. And remember, once a guest is invited and accepts the invitation, that guest is counted as attending and can never be uninvited. Never feel that you have to add a guest as a courtesy.
When your budget is established and your final guest list tally is in; divide the number of guests into the budget and you’ll get your cost per person. Your total budget must include everything required for the day, so prioritize carefully.
Trimming your list is doable and sometimes those guests on the first draft are eliminated. You don’t have to invite everyone from your yoga class, office, home neighbourhood or workplace. In fact, you and your fiancé will have guests that have come to a beautiful celebration at a stunning location. The happy couple will be able to spend time with everyone.
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