Some kind of wonderful...

No matter how organized a bride and groom are in planning their wedding and how much in control they are in ticking off the items on their 'To Do List', there's always that moment in the process to which they realize that they can't figure out how they will make it all happen on their actual Wedding Day - without stressing family and friends.

Geoff and Shannon had it all planned, knew exactly what they wanted, and how they wanted the Day to be like. The only thing left was to hire a Wedding Coordinator to make it all happen and they will agree that it was the best thing they had decided to do. Rebecca and Angela from Beyond Events were like angels who made sure that the happy couple enjoyed every moment of their special day exactly as they planned it and never had to worry about any of the details.

I love referring to Shannon as our Zen-like bride because one week before her wedding she was booked at the spas and enjoying her family who came into town to be with her. We took over all the details and she knew she was in good hands...here's Geoff and Shannon's Wedding Day for everyone to enjoy!



Photo credits to Ashley Fraser and David Kawai - thanks guys!

Custom jewellery including bridal....LOVE!

I have had the pleasure of meeting a wonderful woman who reminds me of a beautiful butterfly that doesn't want to come out of her cocoon (cheezy I know but that's exactly how it was when I first corresponded with her). And now look at her....watch out, here she comes!

Isobel Walker is the owner and inspiration behind Frash Femme and bel - both customized and one-of-a-kind pieces. Her creativity and passion for what she does is apparent in her work. She is locale to the Ottawa-Gatineau area but her lines are available around the world. Within the City, you can find her jewellery at select boutique shops such as Victoire Boutique, Boutique Le Local , and With Love Bridal Boutique. Her collections are available online at her website and now also at chicshop.ca.

Recently her collection was featured at Ottawa Fashion Week's Walk the Truth Charity Show and Gala this last weekend(watch the OFW video)or (check out the OFW photos).

So proud of her and it's a pleasure to have played a small role in her journey as she succeeds...can't wait to see where this takes her. To find out more about Isobel and the story behind the success (big hugs to her for the special mention of Beyond Events), please enjoy her interview on Kim's Korner on EZ Rock 99.7.

Happy Anniversary to Beyond Events!

Here's to a great year in Ottawa...since being back I have met many people: some acquaintances, some current and past clients, others are my business colleagues but I consider them all now my great friends!

I am so glad to be back and to be embraced by a warm and caring community. I felt it was only appropriate to gather family and friends to celebrate in many more years of Beyond Events!

Catering was provided by Whalesbone Catering - Kate is fantastic and if you haven't tried their Oyster House on Bank/Gladstone, you must! Superb, fresh and a wonderful experience!

Photography and credits to Van Tran Photography - excellent images capturing the fun, relaxing event.

Enjoy Van's images to music - voila:

Hot Reception Trends - Written by: Kristin Bustamante

Excellent blog from "Weddings in Houston Magazine" that summarizes "21 hot trends and cool ideas —in food, drink, entertainment and décor—to help you create a reception that makes an unforgettable impression.".

1. Do a dine-around
2. Get comfortable
3. Offer late-night nibbles
4. Think small
5. Avoid surprises
6. Get personal
7. Mix it up
8. Make your bar a star
9. Offer freedom of choice
10. Add, but don’t sub
11. Have a ball
12. Do like the French do
13. Cheer for chocolate
14. Get guests engaged
15. Wait for the click
16. Say, “Olé!” Latin music is huge right now
17. Dance like the stars18. Go gaga for gobos
19. Accentuate the positives
20. Be charitable
21. Deal some cards

Fantastic ideas to consider when trying to personalize your special event.

Posh Wedding Show Montage

The reviews are in and everyone agreed that it was a fabulous evening of wedding fashion and delights at the Summit on February 19.

The setting was breath taking, the ice luge was flowing with cosmo martinis, the fashion was to die for and the people were buzzing with excitement! The small, intimate setting allowed brides to ask questions to the experts and take their time to be inspired.

Thanks to all the volunteers, the sponsors and some of the best wedding vendors in Ottawa - there are so many other fantastic vendors within the wedding industry and the talent is amazing in the Nation's Capital so I'm looking forward to showcasing the next group of talent at our next Posh Wedding Show.

Stay tuned...until then enjoy the highlights: