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
Bridal bouquets reflect society’s current passion for gardening, individuality and a new love for colour. Many bouquets look unique because florists blended traditional flowers from the garden with more exotic flowers to make an exquisite arrangement.
The natural feel of the hand-tied bouquet of blossoms and greenery is very popular with modern brides. The style fits today’s wedding styles. The nosegay, a small, round, very uniform bouquet of like blossoms has been very popular with brides. It is best suited for compact uniform blossoms like roses and calla lilies. If not tied with ribbons, this style of bouquet may be placed within a tussy-mussy; an ornamental cone-shaped holder that was popularized in the Victorian era.
Ask your florist about purchasing or renting table top tussy-mussy holders to use your bouquet as stunning table decor.
 John Lyons Photography, Windsor. Ontario- will travel Consider the season of your wedding and what flowers will be in bloom. These will be healthier and more readily available .
Spring flowers include; tulips, daffodils, cherry blossom, lily of the valley, peony, crab-apple blossoms, forsythia, sweet pea, viburnum, and ranunculus. They are all fresh and welcoming flowers after a long winter season.
During the summer months you’ll find daisies, garden roses, hydrangea, clematis, cosmos, sunflower, zinnia, black-eyed Susan, colourful lilies, Iris, anemone, hasta leaves and yarrow. These are all bolder florals.
The palette of the Fall is awash with vibrant colours and the flowers available include crab apple, dahlia, ornamental berries, autumn foliage, mums and wheat.
Winter brings evergreens including juniper, cedar, white pine, and boxwood, preserved flowers, ornamental berries, seedpods, rose hip and forced bulbs.
During all seasons you can secure the following flowers; roses, freesia, gardenia, stephanotis, dendrobium orchids, calla lily and vines.
Flowers always create a festive and romantic mood; now they can also express special sentiments as well.
The world of wedding décor is exciting because all couples want their unique individuality reflected in their day. There are as many ideas as there are weddings, so find a style that is indicative of what theme you are looking for.
 John Lyons Photography, Windsor, Ontario- will travel Lounge areas at weddings are becoming increasingly popular. Soirée Events, Rosemary Skinner inventories beautiful 21st century furniture and she understands what couples want.
Something as simple as adding a coloured tablecloth, or napkin to an otherwise plain white linen, or adding a colourful overlay will change the look very quickly. Chair covers will also add “pop” to the total look by unifying the total look you are trying to achieve. Coordinating the rest of the look will fall in very quickly with your theme and colour choices. The task of deciding on a colour scheme is a work in design, while the scheme is a work in progress , as editing can take place on the fly to get to the final, finished product.
Part of the design process is finding some of your ideas utilized, while others start to drop by the wayside. You’ll see the final product and it will be clean, crisp and uncluttered. This is what a professional does; they coordinate for your special day.
 Trevor Booth Photography, Windsor, Ontario- will travel Your designer can provide you with an idea board, using samples of pictures that you have gathered from magazines or other wedding images. This puts your desired “look” in perspective and visually, it is easy to work with.
As an element is added to the basic décor, such as candles or floral ideas, ensure that a sample photo is taken. That way you won’t have to remember your choices by memory; it will be very clear to you, visually.
A wedding designer’s goal is to have their couple see their “vision” transformed into reality, within budge and beautiful! And good planning will certainly guarantee that.
 Steve Pomerleau Photography, Windsor, Ontario-will travel Make the most of your decorating budget by hiring a great decorator who understands the look you are seeking to achieve. A good decorator will be able to work with your budget, and armed with your blank canvas, they will develop a design that you and your guests will love.
When you and your guests walk into the ceremony or venue, hearing that desired “ah” as they are wowed by your comfortable and unique setting, it willsurely reaffirm all the great work that has gone into the planning and setting that is reflective of who you are as a couple.
From the beginning of recorded history, flowers have been symbols of love and romance, and they have been used in wedding celebrations. Your floral decorations set your “colour” while corsages, bouquets and boutonnieresall harmonize and complement the gown and dresses worn as well as the theme of your wedding day.
Weddings are all about colour palettes of flowers, and beautiful blossoms are the ultimate symbol of romantic love.
For over 40 years, Oak Farms has been a full service, flower outlet, that is family owned and operated. Their impressive selection of flowers, makes this the place for fresh, affordable choices for your wedding day.
Chrissey Thiessen is a family member who has hands-on experience with Windsor and area brides. She says, ”we have exactly what brides want. When they see the full, flower cooler and not just books, there’s an immediate inspiration that makes it very enjoyable and extremely easy to decide on colour themes and combinations of florals. Brides can also wander into the design rooms where our four designers are working.”
We asked her what was hot for 2011 and she said that purple and silver, but bright colours are also huge. Bouquets with a combination of flowers that are monochromatic is a great look for the bride. The bridesmaids can then have a smaller version!
This season, the brides are mixing it up with gerbers, tulips, mums and roses. Freesia is also gorgeous for its very beautiful scent. A bride can custom design her entire wedding or rely on their experts, to fit their style and work while working within the budget to get exactly what the bride is imagining.
Arrangements or bulk orders for your engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner or wedding day are available 6 days a week to serve their customers; they are closed on Sunday. 
At Oak Farms, every order is treated like it’s their own and their customer service is paramount to their success. Today’s brides all come back for baby showers and all their life celebrations.
Simple, beautiful flowers at a beautiful price!
Oak Farms, 94 Oak Street, Leamington, Ontario. 519-326-9322 or http://www.oakfarms.ca
Planning a wedding from concept to completion can be a confusing, daunting and a full time commitment. The reasons for hiring a wedding planner are practically endless but here are a few: peace of mind and cost-effective. Did you know it takes an average of 250 hours to plan your wedding?
When you hire a wedding consultant, you can save time and money and truly enjoy the days leading up to your wedding. Today’s wedding coordinators can fit any budget and prove their worth well before you take that first step down the aisle.
Wedding coordinators know the local suppliers and can access all the services that fit your budget and style, while saving you money, time, energy and all the leg work. Their relationships with wedding vendors makes them and you privy to special rates and discounts unavailable to the general consumer.
A Step above Wedding Planners, owned by Carmen Danner, WPIC certified, knows the trends, from the hottest wedding colours to fashion, runway decor whether it be for classical, whimsical or a simple affair. Local planner, Carmen Danner is creative, passionate and experienced at creating and planning weddings. He can make all the arrangements from invitations to limousine rides, to entertainment, table and linen rental, flowers and decorations.
He is detail oriented, conducts thorough research and maintains a high level of professionalism while being approachable. He has a wonderful eye for style, elegance and class.
Danner thrives on your ideas and he can take your dreams, work with your budget and bring your special day to life. He believes, “that even with the highest of guest counts you can bring intimacy to your day with special touches.” This wedding expert will see to it that every detail of your wedding is flawless- from the fragrant flower arrangements to the elegant setting.
Danner is passionate and never settles for second best when it comes to his clients. His services include full wedding planning, “month” of coordinating, day of coordinating, hourly consulting, and wedding etiquette questions. His job is to ensure that you are calm, happy and finding all the touches that you want incorporated into your planning. He is the professional that makes the day happen with flair.
Understanding contracts can be overwhelming and Danner has extensive knowledge when it comes knowing what to watch out for, what to ask for, and what to specifically include in the contract.
Danner is also a certified sommelier and can assist you in pairing wine and food for all your celebratory parties. His flair for design, coupled with a great imagination will guarantee you the best day ever.
He will listen carefully to your ideas, give you unbiased opinions about options and then will help you make it a reality. Like any of the decisions associated with your wedding , it is important to find someone like Carmen that you feel a good fit with; both on concept and operational levels.
With a fairy tale setting on the lake, Carmen can organize a wine tasting party for up to 20 guests on his patio, which in itself is a tremendous benefit for hiring him. Your guests will enjoy this incredible touch, learn about wine and it’s a great ice breaker for your wedding party!
Danner loves his job and believes that wedding planning should be fun and exciting as your journey leads you to the altar.
” Carmen surpassed my expectations with his vast array of knowledge pertaining to weddings! I would highly recommend him for his impeccable service skills, initiative and excellent work ethic. ” - from a satisfied bride!
csfdanner@gmail.com- Voice: 519.551.8512
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