Brides today want their wedding day to be as unique as they are. And this outside the box thinking is setting new trends for savvy brides in 2012. Designers are artfully combining bright colours with staple neutrals: much like an artist would paint a beautiful work of art.
Warm bamboo, honeysuckle pink, cedar green, deep teal, purple‐hued phlox, coffee liqueur, warm camel nougat and quarry are top shades for the upcoming season.
Wedding dresses have a lot of lace; a trend we forecasted six months ago. There are ruffles, beading and coloured sashes that are sexy and white is not as popular as soft beige, light blues, pink and even soft‐toned greens being introduced into the finest bridal lines.
Styles for gowns are sleek with brides not seeking out the traditional ball gown. Vintage is still strong and there’s no chance of finding their dress duplicated. They make a statement and are stunning in their design.
The venue is still a hot location, with couples seeking old buildings that have been re-purposed such as old train stations, raw factory space and combinations of indoor and outdoor spaces. Local farms and vineyards provide a rustic charm and the outdoor photo opportunities provide endless opportunities. Wedding environments will be more laid back; bookings with nature settings are popular locations. Beaches, parks, homes and other outdoor settings are also being utilized.
Birdcage veils have been in style for many seasons now and the Royal Wedding provided the fascinator, an edgy, over the top headpiece. Headbands and feathers are modern options to a traditional veil. No bride will be bare‐headed in 2012 with everything from glittering tiaras to extra large flowers in contrasting tones.
Shoes, once dyed satin white can now be bold red, purple or blue, peeking out from under that dream dress. Add a feather clip for a touch of fun.
Other ideas include button or feather boutonnieres, multi‐mini cakes as centrepieces, catering carts, such as martini bars, crepe stations, sundae bars, pastry tables and lemonade stands are vying for the bride’s attention. Photo booths continue to be a popular feature for guests.
Social media is centre stage with computer stations being set‐up for guests to leave comments. Webcasting to guests who couldn’t attend the day is heartfelt and, as the day unfolds, hash tags for Twitter are in sync with today’s online culture.
Venues should expect to receive requests for longer cocktail hours, rental companies will see an increase for lounge furniture and guests can expect the unexpected. Ceremonies will have a steady increase in personalization, focusing on the couple’s interests, hobbies and passions as part of the wedding day celebrations. Vows are being written and choreographed by couples with assistance from an Officiant.
Themes such as vintage, diamonds/pearls, romance, garden style, retro 50‐70’s and eco‐friendly are huge. Cakes are bold this year and 2 layered cakes are back with tiers of different heights. Cupcakes are still huge, with innovative flavours and colours.
Grooms are more involved in the planning with their brides, and they are contributing their time and ideas into their day; it’s a new culture in the industry‐ one that until recently has been entirely female.
The 2012 wedding season will find couples saying, “I Do” in a world of different ways. Many will continue partying well into the night with an after party, which is becoming a popular trend. This party has no rules or wedding checklists and is entirely up to the couple.
Wedding Guide Preferred Vendors are dream‐makers; the go‐to service providers with big shoulders and creative thinking. They can make a wedding come to life with all of the above ideas. This area is cosmopolitan irrespective of its size and anything and everything is possible for the next season bride!
Today’s lifestyle’s offer a marrying couple a choice of many different options while planning your trip to the aisle. While many couples still marry in in the church of their childhood, many are opting for unique and innovative venues.
Here in Windsor/Essex County, homes, backyards, farms, non-denominational chapels, vineyards, historical venues and beaches, are all great choices depending on your personality and family orientation.
 Brandon Scott Photography, Windsor|Essex County- will travel This area also abounds in great reputable wedding professionals whose mission is to offer you their knowledge and expertise, as well as being familiar with the latest trends in weddings. Once you contract their services, work with the ones whose skills you respect, and trust their judgment to do their best work.
One of the most important things to remember; is this is your wedding. Listen respectfully to your family and friends, but make your wedding personal with your own signature style.
Keep your wedding within your financial limits by setting a budget at the onset and sticking with it. It will be your road map; so choose the best that you can afford. When you pick a couple of special details like a unique wedding cake or flowers that you especially love, those elements will be remembered long after the wedding day is over.
Remember too, that etiquette exists to make occasions easier, but as Emily Post Weddings recently said, ” toss out all the old rules that are stuffy!” Keep in good taste and be impeccable while incorporating the things you want.
If you do everything possible beforehand, you will avoid the pressure of the devilish details on your wedding day. Delegate responsibilities to others or if the budget allows, hire a Wedding Planner to coordinate the wedding for you. They will take a load off your shoulders and can save you money along the way because of the network of professionals that they work with. You don’t want to be the bride with the clipboard.
You have chosen to share your life with your perfect match, and as a couple, the style of celebration you have chosen, whether large or intimate, formal or casual will certainly reflect your lifestyle. Your wedding day sets the tone for how you will live the rest of your life together. Celebrate yourselves and have a beautiful day!
As a sponsor of the 3rd annual Wedding Workshop at St. Clair Centre on Thursday, October 21, we tip our hats to the organizers, A Perfect Day Wedding and Event Planners, Cristina and Richelle, who skillfully put on this SWEET evening-as SWEET as these cupcakes!!! Thank you for your efforts in bringing this forum to Windsor/Essex County brides and grooms.
This was a new location this year and a great move to accommodate more brides-to-be. St. Clair Centre, with its gorgeous view was a great place to showcase wedding professionals and make the event feel very special; like a wedding!
My role besides being a valued sponsor (thank you ladies!) was to talk to the assembled audience of brides, grooms, moms and maid of honours, about emerging wedding trends that I’m spotting for 2011. The audience was fixed on the conversation and they made a point to come up to me after the speeches to discuss my findings.
It is always terrific to hear the feedback immediately and I want to thank everyone, who took the time to ask their important questions, discuss their upcoming weddings and compliment The Wedding Guide and the very important role that it plays in bridal planning in this region.
The Wedding Guide has proudly been serving area brides for over 19 years and, we provide all the answers to the questions that are asked every t ime a wedding is hosted.
We endeavour to address all the elements of weddings including this website which is Windsor/Essex County’s wedding web portal. We had our first website in 1998 and have upgraded to this cutting-edge site that can brides can login to with Facebook. WE are the only socially integrated bridal website in this area.
Questions? Contact us anytime as we’re the wedding experts and our service is complimentary. We know you have your dream day in your mind and we can assist you in making it happen.
We wish you all the best and may your future be bright and sunny and your wedding planning stress-free!
Yours sincerely,
Sheryl Davies
Publisher
The Wedding Guide Windsor/Essex County
Brides Chose Us 1st!
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 “Here’s to the bride and groom-
May their joys be as bright as the morning,
and their sorrows but shadows
that fade in the sunlight of love.” Anonymous
Welcome and congratulations. Your wedding is an event that marks the beginning of an important time for you and your fiancé. The Wedding Guide contains great information and ideas in an extensive resource that will assist you in planning each and every detail of your wedding day. Our smaller, digest size format makes it convenient to carry The Wedding Guide in your briefcase or purse. It is a valuable companion, practical, local and specific for your community. It contains checklists, budgets, advice, timetables and information on products and services to help keep your wedding plans organized. We will help you to plan a wedding, big or small in Windsor/Essex County; the one you dream about!
We’ve designed this website to give you a sample of great wedding information that is available in our publication. The Wedding Guide is complimentary and you may obtain your copy at leading bridal salons in this area.
Bridal Talk, our blogging and social media interactive website is an area where brides can interact with other brides. We have also launched Wedding Guide Bridal Network, (WGBN), where we are profiling local area professionals!
It is our belief that products and services originate from people who have ongoing professional interest in the wedding market, and we are blessed with many talented professionals in Canada South. Each category on the left side of the website will direct you to the vendors, with direct links to their respective websites. You will find many more wedding professionals, throughout the pages of The Wedding Guide.
The Wedding Guide has been developed to help you make the correct choices, and to enjoy your engagement; a time that should be filled with joy, hopes and dreams- not stress. Our wedding professionals understand a bride’s needs and will be there to help you handle the protocol and details.
Best wishes with your wedding day planning and for a happy life together. Please feel free to email us with any questions you may have regarding weddings in Windsor/Essex County.
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Twenty years ago, there was no thought as to where a wedding and a reception would be held. Religious institutions were the official ceremony sites and their community halls hosted all the receptions.
 Picture supplied by: Trevor Booth Photography, Windsor, Ontario With dramatic changes in society and how things are done, today there are many more options. From yachts to sandy beaches with glimmering sunlight, to museums, zoos, wineries and county clubs; brides have more choice than their mothers could ever imagine. Destination weddings have also become very popular in the last five years.
Themes are also paramount in wedding planning, and the sky is the limit to what uniqueness can be achieved with a good idea and out-of-the-box thinking. From Hollywood sets to medieval themes, brides and grooms-to-be are having the time of their lives matching their lifestyles and personalities to their receptions.
From florals, food, invitations and fashion, today’s weddings have taken on a whole new face. Guests marvel at the Monday morning water coolers, when they describe the weekend weddings they attended. Celebrations today are fun, unique, engaging and energizing; and for the guest they are most definitely a treat to attend.
Now if you are a bride and thinking that all you ever wanted was a simple, traditional affair, don’t let anyone sway you.
Traditional never goes out of style and what goes around comes around. Weddings are wonderful because no two are alike and they are dictated by the families, customs and personalities of the people hosting them.
Remembering the reason to marry is to spend your life with the person you love, planning sets the stage for the life you will be living in the future. Do it your way and put the touches you want on it and it will truly be a memorable event in your life.
Wedding professionals are there to assist you in translating your dreams into realities. Ask for references and employ their services if, and only if, you feel comfortable that they can do the job you want. Ask for references and talk to people candidly about the services that they received. Based on your research you will find someone compatible and at the budget you are seeking.
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