Running a wedding focused business is no easy feat. From branding, to pricing, to marketing, to client relations - creative entrepreneurs have a lot of balls to juggle. I launched the Blush Creative Workshop in 2016 with the aim to deepen the knowledge and styling skills of individuals interested or involved in wedding planning. This past February we had the pleasure of hosting 15 new attendees for an inspiring weekend of non-stop styling and business education. It truly is one of my favourite weekends of the year and I was blown away by the talent and commitment of our group.
Toronto's wedding and event scene is always expanding - and in the past year the city has celebrated the opening of some truly exciting venues. From a funky intimate restaurant to a grand historical ballroom, Toronto's newbie spaces are sure to please any style!
Jill 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
Wedding 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?
I am going to tell you a little story . . . this was years ago so I think I am in the safe zone to be able to relay this tale. This story comes as a cautionary warning with two underlining mistakes I find many newbies to the industry make (I know I did).
"A warm, disarming cocktail hour, followed by a funny, engaging, comfortable, inclusive sit down dinner/ceremony followed by fun, celebratory dessert, mingling and music." When Liz and Kobi came to me with their mission statement, I couldn't have been more excited. Liz and Kobi had one of the more unconventional ideas for their wedding flow that I had come across - starting their wedding off with a lively cocktail hour, then moving onto a dinner/ceremony fusion, where their friends would serenade them with wise words/advice on marriage and finishing with hand written vows for each other.
On the hunt for the perfect spot to host your rehearsal dinner? Fear not! Here are 10 superb suggestions for this special occasion. Many of these ideas boast private dining rooms so you can have a totally secluded space, or simply just offer a perfect little nook to host your closest friends and family.
Launching my business was by far one of the best (and most intimidating) things I have ever done. 5 years in, I feel like Blush + Bowties has found a perfect little niche in the wedding industry. Couples come to us looking for help to plan a unique, stylish, and meaningful celebration. But it wasn't always like that.
I feel like I say this everything year, but I really can’t believe how fast this wedding season flew by. Reflecting back on the year, I am feeling darn proud of the weddings we planned (it also helps that we had the sweetest couples who truly trusted our guidance and vision).
