In my experience, there is no better way to learn than one-on-one. As many of you know, I run a workshop called The Blush Creative for wedding creatives and entrepreneurs. After getting some requests come in, I will now be offering consultations for aspiring or established wedding planners. Let me tell you a little bit about this exciting new offering!
Read MoreWhen I’m asked what decor detail makes the biggest difference at a wedding - my answer is always flowers. I have so much respect for my flower friends. Every arrangement is like a little piece of art. There is such skill and artistry needed to achieve that natural and effortlessly beautiful style. Here are my top tips to achieve stunning wedding florals on your wedding day.
Read MoreMoving into a studio had been a long time dream and goal of mine. After working from home for the past 5 + years and spending WAY too many hours sitting at the kitchen table working, I was really feeling the need to have a work space. My condo has a mansion attached to it with a boardroom, which did work well for meetings, but it never felt like mine.
Read MoreJill and Ian's wedding definitely holds a fond place in my heart. Not only do we share a love of a minimal ethereal vibe - but they are also just the sweetest couple around. When helping the couple design their wedding, it was clear they had exceptional taste. They wanted their wedding to feel welcoming, modern, intimate, warm, and romantic
Read MoreWedding planners and creatives - this one is for you. Getting to know your clients is absolutely essential if you are hoping to plan authentic celebrations that reflect your client’s personalities. Saying you plan meaningful weddings is one thing - but HOW are you actually helping your clients execute their gathering with thoughtfulness and authenticity?
Read MoreI've said it before, I will say it again, Toronto boasts some of the most unique, versatile, and character filled venues in the country. I've had the privilege of working at some of the top Toronto wedding venues. Select venues have stood out as the best of the best from my personal experience. I've rounded up my choices for the top Toronto wedding venues; I've taken into account aesthetic and food as well as overall quality of service.
Read MoreThere are some opportunities that come along in life where you just have to say heck yes. When the lovely people from Grace Loves Lace contacted me to style their upcoming concierge event, I knew instantly that I wanted to be apart of the project. I had been a big fan of the Australian wedding dress company for years. Grace Loves Lace is "for the woman of style, substance, and passion" and their style gravitates towards a modern, earthy, and relaxed vibe - which totally resonates with our tone over here at Blush + Bowties. So I knew this was a match made in heaven and the rest is history. This event is an exclusive, premium service that acts as a popup showroom, as they are predominantly an online based business. Their Toronto Concierge event, which took place at The Great Hall's Drawing Room, gave Canadian brides the chance to have a one hour appointment with a GLL Stylist so they can experience their collection and unique French laces first hand.
Read MoreThe moment I met Jessica and Jeremy, I just knew we were going to click. When it came to their 99 Sudbury wedding, they really had their priorities straight and were intent on making choices that felt right to them, and I feel like we totally achieved a wedding that reflected their personalties perfectly. I love how their wedding was full of unexpected elements, like their tablescape that included berries and fruit and their band setup inclusive of a string light backdrop, Persian rugs and vintage lighting. Their details, like geometric cardbox and large wooden framed seating chart, were simple and effective. 99 Sudbury was the perfect backdrop for their killer dance party (seriously check out the pics from their Hora!) and laid back boho style.
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