A Day to Remember Event Consultants & Coordinators

Mayfair Lakes Wedding Decorator - July 31, 2011

2011-09-08T23:29:00.000-07:00

Dino loves Niki - July 24, 2011

2011-09-08T23:28:00.000-07:00

Whonnock Lake Centre Wedding Decorator - Aug. 19, 2011

2011-09-02T11:04:00.000-07:00

Scottish Cultural Centre Wedding Decorator - Aug. 6, 2011

2011-09-02T10:51:00.000-07:00

Vancouver Convention Centre Wedding Decorator - July 30, 2011

2011-09-02T10:50:00.000-07:00

Amin loves Allison - July 9, 2011

2011-09-02T10:49:00.000-07:00

Jennifer Kirk Photography

Brock House Wedding Decorator - July 3, 2011

2011-09-01T22:26:00.000-07:00

Jarusha Brown Photography

Tony loves Janet - July 2, 2011

2011-09-01T22:25:00.001-07:00

Mandy Jill Photography

Famee Furlane Wedding Decorator - June 25, 2011

2011-09-01T22:21:00.000-07:00

Rob loves Amber - June 25, 2011

2011-09-01T22:15:00.001-07:00

Cora's Photography

Brock House Wedding Decorator - June 12, 2011

2011-09-01T22:09:00.000-07:00

Noel loves Danielle - May 13, 2011

2011-09-01T22:06:00.000-07:00

Jarusha Brown Photography

Canadian Venture Capitalists Association VIP Dinner

2011-09-01T21:52:00.000-07:00

Richard loves Sarah - Sept. 3, 2010

2011-05-02T15:41:00.000-07:00

Venue: Private Residence
Coordinator & Decor: A Day to Remember

Dan loves Sharon - Oct. 2, 2010

2011-05-02T15:00:00.001-07:00

Venue: Brock House Restaurant
Coordinator: A Day to Remember

Decor A Day to Remember
Photography: Hyperfocus

Band: Rosco

Floral: Quince Fine Florals

Cake: April Cakes

Mike loves Christine - Oct. 17, 2010

2011-03-28T17:40:00.000-07:00

Venue: Brix Restaurant
Coordinator: A Day to Remember
Photography: Tobyn Ross
DJ: A Day to Remember

For Japan With Love

2011-03-23T16:01:00.000-07:00

Brock loves Thyra - Aug. 20, 2010

2011-03-18T15:50:00.000-07:00

Venue: Brock House Restaurant
Coordinator: A Day to Remember
Photography: Jen Steele
Floral: Halfyard Designs
Favour: The Steveston Cookie Co.

Enrico loves Alyssa - Aug. 1, 2010

2011-03-18T15:35:00.000-07:00

Venue: Northview Golf Course
Coordinator: A Day to Remember
Photography: Jasalyn Thorne
Music: Musical Occasions

2010 ADTR Cutest Couple Contest Winner!

2010-11-30T13:08:00.000-08:00

Cutest Couple Contest

2010-10-27T14:52:00.001-07:00

Enter to win a weekend for two at the Riverrock Casino Resort, located in Richmond, BC along with a 90-minute Couples Massage Package at the Absolute Spa (conveniently located at the River Rock Resort.

Full package: $550.00 value

This AAA Four Diamond rated resort features a distinctly west coast style, coupled with stunning architecture, to create a vibrant yet tranquil atmosphere. River Rock’s four story lobby featuring ponds, cascading waterfalls and a variety of natural elements, transports you miles from anywhere. But rest assured you are right in the middle of the action with River Rock's dazzling casino, featuring close to 1,000 slot machines, and all your favourite table games.

TO ENTER:

Send us a photo of you and your partner. Once we receive the photo we will put it on the A Day to Remember Facebook page and the photo gets the most 'likes' will win the hotel & spa package! To you view your picture that you have submitted visit: A Day to Remember Facebook Page

TO VOTE:

To vote for your favorite couple, visit the A Day to Remember Facebook Page. You must "like" the ADTR page before you can "like" the photo in the Cutest Couple photo album. The photo with the most 'likes' on November 30th wins!

THE RULES:

1. One photo per couple

2. Photos must be in by November 10, 2010

3. Contest open to participants in British Columbia, Canada

4. You and your partner must be 19 years of age or over

5. Email must be from the person in the photo (the couple themselves)

6. Contest winner announced on November 30, 2010

7. Email your photo to info@adaytoremember.ca Include: both your names, the city you live, your contact email & phone number, otherwise your entry will not be posted!

The winners will be staying in a one bedroom suite at the River Rock Casino Resort on a night of their choice (based on availability) and will receive a 90-minute couples massage at Absolute Spa.

We are only taking submissions until Nov. 10th so hurry & email us your photo so people can start voting!

Winner will be announced on Nov. 30, 2010. Good Luck!

One Bedroom Suite Amenities:

Spacious suites min. 525 sq ft
Luxury Euro-top cashmere King beds in every suite
Sofa bed with 7 inch mattress in living room
32 “ TV in the living room and 27” TV in the bedroom
Two telephones, one cordless with voice mail
Premium quality bathroom amenities
Luxurious bathrobes
Professional Series Hairdryer
In-suite safe
Iron & ironing board
CD Player alarm clock radio
Complimentary High Speed Internet
Complimentary local telephone calls
Complimentary in-suite coffee & tea
Complimentary self parking
Complimentary local shopping centre shuttle
Complimentary use of fitness centre & weight room
Complimentary use of pool, hot tub & water slide

Warren loves Kristen - Aug. 1, 2010

2010-10-07T01:27:00.000-07:00

Venue: Royal Vancouver Yacht Club
Decor: A Day to Remember
Photography: MCS Photo

Jason loves Katrina - June 12, 2010

2010-10-07T01:09:00.000-07:00

Katrina & Jason wed on a beautiful June day in Vancouver. They had a catholic ceremony at St. Patricks Parish on Main Street, just blocks away from where they live. Katrina looked stunning in her fabulous dress & Jason didn't look too bad himself!! They are a gorgeous couple.

They wanted a 'loungey' feel for their reception (but still with keeping all the traditional wedding aspects) so they chose V-Lounge in Yaletown. Since this was a new venue in Vancouver, they were one of the first weddings booked there.

Katrina's brother is in a Latin band and they graced the stage with their amazing music when the DJ took a break. Everyone danced up a storm and loved the sexy atmosphere. The guests loved the traditional money dance and they had multiple DJ's playing during the evening.

Venue: St. Patrick's Church & V Lounge
Coordinator: A Day to Remember
Decor: A Day to Remember
Photography: Brendon Purdy
Cake: April Cakes

Kyle loves Jill - July 10, 2010

2010-10-07T00:39:00.002-07:00

When we met Jill & Kyle we knew right away they were going to have a spectacular wedding. We could tell Jill’s attention to detail would make this a memorable event for their guests. She was excited for the planning and we were excited to work with her!

The ceremony took place at the beautiful Chateau Cargill. The ceremony went without a hitch and Jill looked stunning! You could tell by the look in their eyes that they are so in love.

Guests then proceed to the bride’s parents house. They have a wonderful backyard and have already hosted three other family weddings there! The décor was elegant and Jill’s candy bar was a huge hit!

Jill & Kyle had the most funny MC we’ve ever seen at a wedding (and we’ve seen some funny MC’s before!) He had all the guests laughing hysterically & begging for more.

The guests had so much fun at this wedding and our A Day to Remember DJ had them dancing (and swimming ;) all night long! Congratulations Jill & Kyle!!

Ceremony Venue: Chateau Cargill
Coordinator: A Day to Remember
DJ: A Day to Remember
Photography: Helen Sivers
Caterer: Austin Gourmet

Jason loves Jennifer - July 16, 2010

2010-10-07T00:39:00.001-07:00

As one of the most polite & endearing couples we've met, Jennifer & Jason
were calm right from that first meeting. You could tell their wedding was
about one thing: Love! The ceremony & reception was held at the Coast Plaza
Hotel. The families joined in celebration as these two beautiful were announced husband & wife. You could tell that family was so important to them, so we squished in as many family photos as possible before the guests proceeded into the ballroom for dinner.

There was one possible hitch that we had been worried about that last week before the wedding... the Maid of Honour (and groom's sister) was induced on the Wednesday before and we were all waiting for her to go into labour. We should also mention that the Best Man was the father! So of course neither of them were at the rehearsal. Luckily she had the baby on Thursday and was at the wedding with the new baby! We were just amazed as you wouldn't have even know she just had a baby, the way she helped Jennifer with everything. And we didn't hear a peep from the baby (clearly calmness runs in the family!) I think a two day old baby at a wedding is a first for us. We had a fantastic time working with Jennifer & Jason giving them their dream wedding!

Venue: Coast Plaza Hotel
Coordinator: A Day to Remember
Decor: A Day to Remember
DJ: A Day to Remember
Photography: Bright Vision
Cake: Notte's Bon Ton Bakery

New Years Eve @ the Orpheum!

2010-06-10T09:29:00.000-07:00

I remember going to the Orpheum theatre late last year to see Metric perform... walking in I said out loud to my husband "I would LOVE to do a wedding here!" About three days later I get a call from Angela Williamson who tells me she has booked her NYE wedding at the Orpheum & needs a coordinator. Thinking 'this must be fate' I met with Angela & groom Ryan where we instantly click and got right into the planning details. This was a wedding I will never forget. Not only was it a fabulous couple, but we had a great lineup of vendors and, well.. it was new years eve! What better way to ring in the New Year then by watching these two lovebirds confess their love for one another in front of their family & friends. Naomi from Mayan photography got some unbelievable shots. See more on our website: adaytoremember.ca

Wedding Party Responsibilities

2010-01-15T00:16:00.000-08:00

This blog entry is, not only for the bride & groom, but also for maid of honours, best men, groomsmen & bridesmaids. Many of those who are asked to be in a wedding party have no idea what is expected of them. Some may have never even been to a wedding before, let alone in a wedding party. It is an honour to be asked to be stand up at the altar with the bride & groom,

but there is a bit of work included...

Prior to the wedding, it's at the discretion of the bride and groom as to how much they ask of their attendants. It's certainly a good idea to be mindful of your attendants' work and family commitments when requesting their help.

Many attendant responsibilities are based on tradition, but make individual requests based on what's most practical. If your maid of honor lives 300 miles away, for example, it may make more sense to ask a bridesmaid who lives nearby to join you as you shop for dresses or select flowers. Perhaps your maid of honor is a talented calligrapher who would rather address the wedding invitations -- a task she can certainly complete from her home.

Let common sense and consideration be your guide when asking for help. Your bridesmaid who's the mother of young children may welcome an excuse to get out and assist with some prewedding errands. Or she may be too overwhelmed to be of much help. You'll simply have to ask. Be sensitive to your bridal party's busy lives.

Most of the duties of attendants are performed the day of the wedding. As for the maid of honor and the best man, the primary responsibility of each is to be best friend and helper to the bride and groom on the day of the wedding -- from the moment the day starts to the time the newlyweds leave for their honeymoon. Their second responsibility is to make sure bridesmaids and ushers are where they should be.

Communicate regularly with your bridal party. It will help them all get to know each other -- if they don't already -- and will give them a sense of their responsibilities. Plus, it's a great way to stay organized. Email is a particularly useful tool for keeping far-flung attendants in the loop.

Traditional responsibilities of the maid of honour include:

Helps the bride select bridesmaids' attire & wedding dress
Helps address invitations and place cards
Attends as many prenuptial events as possible
May host a shower, but not mandatory
Organizes bridesmaids' gift to the bride and usually gives an individual gift to the couple
Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to wedding
Attends the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Makes sure that all bridesmaids, flower girl, and ring bearer are at the rehearsal and the ceremony on time
Walks in processional and recessional
Holds the groom's wedding ring
Helps with the bride's gown
Arranges the bride's veil and train before the processional and recessional
Makes sure the bride's gown is picture perfect throughout the day
Holds the bride's bouquet during the ceremony
Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate
Stands in the receiving line
Keeps the bride on schedule
Helps the bride change into her going-away clothes
Takes care of the bride's gown and accessories after the reception

The traditional duties of a bridesmaid include:

Helps the bride and maid of honor
Takes care of own dress and accessories fittings
May help with a shower for the bride (optional)
Assists the bride with errands
Contributes to bridesmaids' gift to the bride and usually gives an individual gift to the couple
Attends the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Arrives on time to get dressed for the wedding
Walks in processional and recessional
May participate in the receiving line
Dances with ushers and other guests
Helps gather guests for the first dance, cake cutting, and bouquet toss
Helps look after the couple's elderly relatives or friends
Pays for own dress and transportation to the wedding

The traditional duties of the best man include:

Organizes any prewedding party for the groom
Coordinates the ushers' gift to the groom and usually gives individual gift to the couple
Attends the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Gets the groom dressed and to the ceremony on time
Makes sure the groom has the marriage license with him at the ceremony
Delivers any payment to officiant, sexton, and ceremony musicians, as prearranged
Enters the sanctuary with the groom
Holds the bride's wedding ring during the ceremony until the vows are spoken
Makes sure all ushers are correctly dressed and in place on time
Walks in recessional
Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate
Welcomes guests at the reception
Offers first toast to bride and groom at the reception
Dances with the bride, maid of honor, mothers, and guests
Helps the groom get ready for the honeymoon
Gathers up and takes care of the groom's wedding clothes after he changes
Has a car ready for the bride and groom to leave the reception, or perhaps drives them to their next destination
Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding

The traditional duties of an groomsman/usher include:

Participates in the party for the groom if there is one
Contributes to the ushers' gift for the groom and usually gives an individual gift to the couple
Attends the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Makes sure that the people who are designated to receive special flowers or corsages do, if the flowers have not been delivered to the recipients beforehand
Greets guests as they arrive
Asks guests whether they'd like to be seated on the bride's side or the groom's side
Follows any lists of guests who are to be seated in a specific pew
Hands each guest a program when they're seated
Puts the aisle runner in place after guests are seated before the processional begins
Knows the order for seating of the couple's family members
Directs guests to the reception site
Looks after elderly guests
Dances with bridesmaids and other guests at the reception
Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding

Hastings House Country Estate: hidden gem for weddings.

2009-11-14T15:44:00.000-08:00

As a favourite wedding venue on Salt Spring Island, Hastings House is a hotel that we just had to check out! A Day to Remember was graciously invited to spend a weekend at the hotel experiencing all the beauty, relaxation and art that Salt Spring Island has to offer.

Hastings House is an 18-room English-style Inn is right on Ganges Harbour and sits on a 22-acre property. It is known for its excellent gardens, fine food and wine in a quiet, natural setting. Each suite is uniquely designed, giving guests a truly individual experience and most have amazing ocean views. With such breathtaking views, it is no wonder Hastings House is a wedding favourite among couples. With the choice of distinctive indoor and outdoor wedding sites, Hastings House can host small intimate weddings for up to 60 guests.

Upon our arrival we were greeted by Hastings House manager Shirley McLaughlin who gave us a tour of the suites & property. Right away we were in awe at the serenity the property evokes. There is a spa on premise and the hotel can accommodate up to 48 people. Shirley set us up in a beautiful room called Manor East, which is a two room suite with ocean views and a wood-burning fireplace (which we just loved!) The bedroom was furnished with antique oak and the bed was so comfortable it was hard to get up in the morning! When we finally managed to, we were welcomed into the dining room for a fabulous breakfast before leaving the property to explore the island.

[view from our living room window]

While exploring the island we went up to Mount Maxwell for the stunning views of Vancouver Island, the surrounding Gulf Islands and the mainland of BC. We also visited Fulford Harbour where we found some great shops & cafés.

All the meals on the island were delicious (especially the crab!) Most of the food offered on the island is fresh, local, organic ingredients. We enjoyed a fabulous dinner with the Hastings House owners at their fine dining restaurant and the beef tenderloin was to die for! All in all, we discovered there is no better place to relax then this gorgeous island on the Gulf Islands. And we are looking forward to plan some amazing weddings at the beautiful Hastings House in Salt Spring Island.

Katie & Tyler

2009-10-24T03:05:00.000-07:00

On August 22, 2009, you could feel the love as Katie & Tyler confessed their love for one another amongst their closest family & friends. The bride looked stunning and the wedding took place in her Aunt & Uncle's backyard at their beautiful Langley residence. Cora's Photography captured every moment perfectly & put together this beautiful slideshow: Click Here. The dinner tent was romantic & cozy with draping, orchids & linens while Sugar Mountain Catering delighted the guests with an amazing 4 course plated dinner. A clear top tent covered the dance floor showing off the starlite sky and their A Day to Remember DJ had the dance floor full all night long. We had an amazing time working with Katie & Tyler over the past year to create this fairytale wedding and we wish them a long & happy marriage!

Photos courtesy of Cora's Photography

More baby news!

2009-10-14T03:33:00.001-07:00

We are excited to hear that one of our couples, Reesha & Will, are expecting a baby! We helped Reesha & Will with their wedding on July 25, 2009 and they were fabulous to work with.. we know they are going to be wonderful parents! Cheers to a happy & joyous future for them!

Jeffrey loves Kristie!

2009-10-14T02:52:00.000-07:00

We just had to share this adorable video with you! This is from a wedding we coordinated on August 18, 2009 at the beautiful Brock House Restaurant. Both the bride & groom are actors and the groom surprised his new bride with a skit. He said he had found her diary and broke out into song during each entry. It is so cute & creative... we love it!

Is that a paper gown?

2009-09-29T00:23:00.000-07:00

Believe it or not, it is a gown solely made out of paper!

Angela & Phu's Wedding

2009-04-30T09:35:00.000-07:00

Another successful 2008 wedding... Angela & Phu! Married August 10, 2008 at Barnet Marine Park & Shiang Garden Restaurant. This gorgeous couple didn't miss a beat! We were happy to ensure their wedding was truly A Day to Remember...

Langis Photography captured every moment beautifully. Click here to see the slideshow.

Oana & Ian's Wedding

2009-04-30T08:56:00.000-07:00

We recently came across some photo's from past clients Oana and Ian, who wed on August 30, 2008. Cora from Cora's Photography did a beautiful job capturing this fun wedding. We loved working with Oana and Ian and wish them much happiness!

Click here to see the slideshow

Chair Cover Special! Limited time offer!

2009-04-08T02:26:00.001-07:00

WITH CHAIR COVERS

WITHOUT CHAIR COVERS

Baby News!!

2009-04-08T02:15:00.001-07:00

We love getting baby news from our previous clients!!!

Derek & Sandy McIver, whose wedding we planned back in June 2007 had a beautiful baby boy named Devon! He is absolutely adorable!

We also want to congratulate Mandy & Gary Shokar for the baby they have on the way! We had a great time planning their wedding in May 2008. All the best to them during this happy time!

Pink & Grey Image Consultants

2009-02-09T15:47:00.000-08:00

We ran into the FABULOUS Giovanni Amenta at the Health & Wellness trade show this weekend. Not only is he fun and outgoing, but he is a certified Image Consultant and owns pinkandgrey.ca They do image consulting, personal shopping and style assessments. Something every girl needs!! If you want to find the most amazing wedding dress, bring him shopping. It's always hard to get an honest opinion from sales people, so Gio is just the guy for you! He will dazzle you with his charm and expertise..

Check him out at http://www.pinkandgrey.ca/
and... BE FABULOUS!

A Day to Remember at the Diabetes Ride for Research

2008-10-27T14:47:00.000-07:00

A Day to Remember staff participated in the Juvenile Diabetes Ride for Research on October 17th at the Vancouver Art Gallery. We had a blast! Our team of 5, took turns riding a stationary bike for 8 minutes each. We did a great job considering none of us are athletes! Greta, the JDRF youth ambassador, wore our trademark veil and feather boa and helped us ride to victory! Our team raised over $1200 for diabetes research. We are honoured to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

We are still taking pledges so please Click Here to help this amazing cause.

You will see us at the Walk for Diabetes in May 2009, which we are very much looking foward to! If you missed our front page photo in the Burnaby now from the last Walk, check it out!

A HUGE thanks to our friend, Nick for being such a great sport and wearing a wedding dress with the ADTR crew to support diabetes! (He got $500 in pledges for it!)

Wedding Colour of the Month! - Blue

2008-10-27T13:44:00.000-07:00

Blue was a hot colour for 2008. With so many shades to choose from you can make your event classy, casual or calm.

Some couples wonder what colours to pair blue with. Chocolate brown has been a popular choice. Purple or pink can add a fun zest to a calm blue shade. Traditionally, white or silver is a classy option.

Some people think they are limited to only white flowers when they choose blue as a wedding colour. That is not true at all... there are many blue flowers to choose from to go with the shade you have picked.

Types of blue flowers include:

Delphinium
Monkshood
Hydrangea
Statice
Veronica
Lobelia
Sweet Pea
Lupine
Juniper
Morning Glory
Berries
Phlox
Tulips
Bayberry
Bachelor Button
Plumbago
Columbine
Hibiscus
Butterfly Bush

Wedding Colour of the Month! - Purple

2008-09-03T14:36:00.000-07:00

Each month we will be featuring colourful wedding photos to inspire you and help you choose a colour for your special day! Please check back often for the colour you have in mind.

We just LOVE these purple & green shades (or as Benjamin Moore would call it: Amethyst Cream & Spring Meadow Green)

This makes for a great summer wedding colour as that is when hydrangea's are in season. Hydrangea's are a reasonably priced flower, and you can even grow them yourself!

The pH level of your soil will change the colour of the hydrangea. To make your hydrangeas more blue add aluminum to the soil. If you want to make them more pink add dolomitic lime several times a year.

Purple Flowers Available in Summer: English Lavender, Freesia, Hydrangea, Larkspur, Lisianthu, Matsumoto Asters, Monte Casino Asters, Statice, Chrysanthemum

Purple Flowers Available in Fall: Dahlia, Statice, Chrysanthemum

Purple Flowers Available in Winter: Tulip, Sweetpea

Purple Flowers Available in Spring: Lilacs, Sweetpea, Tulip, Waxflower, Hyacinth,

Purple Flowers Available Year-Round: Calla Lily, Delphinium, Gladiolus, Orchid, Rose, Scabios

Award Presented to A Day to Remember

2008-07-16T10:58:00.000-07:00

A Day to Remember is proud & honoured to have received the 'Rookie of the Year' award from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. They presented us with this award for raising the most money out of all the rookie teams at the Ride for Diabetes Research in October 2007. Thank you to all our clients who supported and pledged us, as we would have not been recognized with this award if it wasn't for you!

We will be participating in this event again in October 2008! If you would like to support our team by making a donation please click here. Thank you!

Love Me Online Wedding Store

2008-02-28T15:03:00.000-08:00

One of our favourite online wedding stores is Love Me!

http://www.shoploveme.com/

Here you will find everything you need for your wedding... according to Mindy Weiss, one of the top wedding coordinators to the stars.

Isabelle Dunlop in Flare

2008-01-19T02:15:00.000-08:00

I was very excited to pick up the January issue of Flare Magazine, as my good friend, Isabelle Dunlop gets a lovely mention of her latest fashion designs. You can also find her in last months issue of Vogue. Isabelle's creations are absolutely gorgeous!

Isabelle made me a stunning white fur cape to wear over my own wedding dress. Not only did it keep me warm but it also looks fabulous in the photos!

Angela Hubbard Photography
Pamper Me Pretty - Hair & Makeup

Thank you, Isabelle... you rock!
She actually does rock... not only is she a popular clothes designer, but she is also the talent behind indie pop group, Combine the Victorious. Their song Blue Kitchen just got licensed as the theme song to the television series About a Gir l. Be sure to check them out!

A Ride to Remember

2008-01-08T01:46:00.000-08:00

On October 19th, the A Day to Remember staff, family & friends participated in the Ride for Diabetes Research in support of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. We had so much fun and as a team of 5, we raised $1745.00! Not only did we win the Norco prize pack but JDRF also awarded us with the Rookie of the Year award!

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR AWARD – First time riders - recognizes the company that raised the most within this category at the 2007 Ride.
Congratulations to A Day to Remember who raised the most within the category of companies riding for the first year in 2007.

Good Luck, Bad Luck

2008-01-08T01:45:00.000-08:00

- Tuck a sugar cube into your glove -- according to Greek culture, the sugar will sweeten your union.

- The English believe a spider found in a wedding dress means good luck. Yikes!

- In English tradition, Wednesday is considered the "best day" to marry, although Monday is for wealth and Tuesday is for health.

- The groom carries the bride across the threshold to bravely protect her from evil spirits lurking below.

- Ancient Romans studied pig entrails to determine the luckiest time to marry.

- Rain on your wedding day is actually considered good luck, according to Hindu tradition!

- For good luck, Egyptian women pinch the bride on her wedding day. Ouch!

- Middle Eastern brides paint henna on their hands and feet to protect themselves from the evil eye.

- Peas are thrown at Czech newlyweds instead of rice.

- A Swedish bride puts a silver coin from her father and a gold coin from her mother in each shoe to ensure that she'll never do without.

- A Finnish bride traditionally went door-to-door collecting gifts in a pillowcase, accompanied by an older married man who represented long marriage.

- Moroccan women take a milk bath to purify themselves before their wedding ceremony.

- In Holland, a pine tree is planted outside the newlyweds' home as a symbol of fertility and luck.

Bridezilla?

2008-01-08T01:41:00.000-08:00

During a phone consultation last week I was asked if I ever had a "bridezilla" or clients that were hard to work with. I thought about it, and I couldn't think of one couple that I didn't truly enjoy working with. I have been blessed with amazing clients... but everyone can get stressed out from time to time, right? It was odd, but I soon realized that I hadn't noticed any of my clients get that stressed out during their wedding planning process. And the answer to that, was that it is my job as their wedding coordinator to minimize the stress.

Sure, anyone can plan a wedding... but did you blow the budget?.... did you have your bridesmaids working overtime for you?.. did you have arguments with your fiance over wedding ideas? It is a coordinators job to deal with the stress and problem solve along the way, so you can relax and enjoy your engagement. Plus, you still want to be on speaking terms with your bridal party after the wedding, right?

Mr. & Mrs. Yang

2008-01-08T01:34:00.000-08:00

Genevieve Chen & Stanley Yang were married on September 1st, 2007. The couple is from New York and wanted to come back home to Vancouver to celebrate their nuptials with their family and friends. Right from the start I respected their calm and composed manner as we worked together to plan the wedding of their dreams. The father of the bride, Mr. Chen was also there every step of the way. It was obvious that the love and support he had for his daughter was vast.

They wanted their guests to be comfortable and enjoy the special day… and since most of the guests were from out of town they wanted a venue that showed off Vancouver’s beauty… so what better place to hold the wedding, than at the Brock House Restaurant situated on beautiful Jericho Beach...

The bride looked stunning and the groom couldn't keep his eyes off of her all night. Sandra from Yaletown Wedding Gallery captured the wonderful day. The ceremony was tranquil and peaceful and the reception was cozy and inviting. The guests all enjoyed themselves immensely and the Genevieve & Stanley became Mr. & Mrs. Yang.

Hiring a wedding coordinator

2008-01-08T01:17:00.000-08:00

In the past, a wedding coordinator was thought of as a luxury, only used by the rich and famous. Today, a coordinator is a necessary norm for couples of all walks of life.

Couples are often confused as to how much to spend, how to choose vendors and where to obtain services, as they start preparing for their wedding. It is shocking to learn how much preparation is involved, so hiring a professional will allow you to relax and enjoy your engagement. Your wedding coordinator will use their knowledge and experience to turn your expectations for your wedding into a reality.

Fee Structures:

There are three different types of fees a wedding coordinator can charge:

Percentage Cost: Some charge 10-20% of your total wedding cost. Keep in mind that if this is the way you are being charged you may not get the best deals, as the more you spend, the more the coordinator makes. If you want to stay under-budget and get the most for your money, this type of fee may not be your best bet.

Hourly Rate: Some charge an hourly rate. This works best if you are using a wedding consultant, who isn’t planning the whole wedding. If you have a coordinator for your wedding who is taking care of most of the planning, an hourly rate can end up costing you quite a bit, since it usually takes longer then expected to plan the wedding if there are any unexpected situations or problems.

Flat Fee: The best way to pay is a flat fee. Once the wedding coordinator knows what services you want provided from them, they can quote you a flat total cost. This will leave you at ease since the fee will not change and you know what to expect. A good wedding coordinator will work their fee into your budget, instead of being an added expense. They should also let you know if there are any extra fees for other services, so make sure to ask if anything costs extra (ie. honeymoon booking, place cards, out of town guest accommodations, etc.) Sometimes these services will cost a little extra depending on the amount of work they must do. If the flat fee is more then you can budget, think about taking care of some of the planning yourself and this will lower the wedding coordinators fee.

Do Your Research:

Word of mouth is always a good way to start looking for a wedding coordinator, so ask around to see who is recommended. Do your research to check out websites and wedding forums to get local opinions and referrals. Also visit wedding shows and ask other wedding vendors about coordinators they would recommend you meeting.

What to look for:

First call the wedding coordinator. If you like them over the phone, arrange a consultation with them. Most coordinators provide one free wedding consultation before you book with them. Check to see if the person has education in special event or wedding planning, ask how long they have been in business, if they have references or testimonials, and make sure they are computer literate. Also ask yourself if they seem organized, friendly, if they are within your budget and if it sounds like they know their stuff.

Trust is also very important. You should feel very comfortable and confident that your wedding coordinator understands what your needs and wants are for your wedding day.

The Agreement:

Make sure the wedding coordinator you choose has a written agreement for you to sign. The agreement should include the wedding date, your names, the services included, cancellation policy, deposit amount, total fee amount and both parties signatures. Keep a copy of the agreement for yourself, as this will cover you legally in case any services provided by the coordinator are not taken care of. Each vendor should also have their own agreements for the services they are providing, which they can help you with. This will be separate to the wedding coordinators agreement, since they are both providing different services.

Be weary of professionals who do not have a written agreement. This means that if they do not show up on your wedding day, you can not take legal action or get your money back.

Most consultants ask for a portion of the total fee as a deposit when you decide to book them. Give the deposit once you have signed the agreement, and make sure to get a receipt back.

A beautiful beginning...

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It was two different worlds coming together to unite. On September 10th 2006, Tricia Fu married Keith Donald at Swan-e-set Golf Course in Pitt Meadows. Since Tricia was doing all of the wedding planning from Bermuda, where she resides, she called A Day to Remember Wedding Consultants to get help coordinating her special day. Right off the bat we clicked and began sorting out the wedding details and organizing the day.

On the morning of the wedding day, the groom, Keith, came out of his limo dressed in a kilt. Born and raised in Scotland, Keith had many people at the wedding supporting him from his hometown, as well as his mother who radiated with the love she had for the couple. Since Tricia is from Chinese decent, both her, and Keith were from two completely different cultures. It was beautiful to see the families come together in such love and care. It was obvious that they had the love and support from their family to be able to make their cultural differences a truly unique adventure.

Tricia grew up in Vancouver, and later moved to work in Bermuda. Keith, from Scotland, did the same thing. They worked at the same workplace together, where the couple met and fell in love. Since most of the bride’s family lives in Vancouver, she felt it would mean the most to hold the wedding near her hometown.

The ceremony was energetic and happy, as Marilyn Knipp got the guests involved and made it very special and intimate for the couple. The bride looked gorgeous and the groom couldn't keep his eyes off of her. A string trio from Musical Occasions performed for the ceremony and did a fabulous job setting the mood. For the recessional, a bagpiper guided the couple down the aisle leading the guests up the stairs to the clubhouse patio as the wedding party went for pictures. The guests snacked on hors’deurves and sipped cocktails as Tricia and Keith had their photos taken by Sandra Leung from Yaletown Wedding Gallery. The pictures turned out amazing, Tricia and Keith could not be happier with the way Sandra captured their special day.

For reception décor in the dining room, Tricia and Keith went with a very warm feel, and used pinks to accent the reception with dim candlelight glowing from the window ledges. Bobi’s Wedding Warehouse prepared all of the florals and décor. The theme was to have the reception very simple and elegant to portray the couples personality and style. A photo of the couple was placed on the guest book table for all to enjoy, and they were very outgoing with their wedding favours, giving cocktail glasses with pink almonds to the ladies, and beer glasses with almonds to the gents. These favours were a fun addition and were very popular among the guests. The dinner was a stunning success, as the buffet had a wide selection and the guests went back for seconds and thirds. The cake cutting followed dinner, then speeches and dancing. The cake was masterpiece skillfully designed by Wendy from Cakeaters. Pink flowers accented the colours of the wedding and they added a picturesque feature to the cake. Colin from Sound Explosion DJ service had guests on the dance floor all night, as Cloud Nine Creative captured the wedding on video so the bride and groom would never forget the day they united. Tricia and Keith danced all night long and by the end of the night every friend and family member had joined them.

The night ended with traditional Scottish dances. Tricia and Keith led the dance as others joined in, including her family, who quickly picked up the steps. Seeing Tricia’s Chinese, quiet and soft spoken parents join in on the dancing made everyone smile and really made you realize the importance of family and the love that was in the room. No one wanted to leave when the limo and charter bus arrived at 12:30am, as the night came to an end and the two said their goodbyes as a newly married couple.

Tricia and Donald were a joy to work. Clients like them really make my job worthwhile. Seeing their smiles at the end of the night was very rewarding and I continue to wish them all the best in their married life together.