Plan your next Trip to Lisbon and Porto, Portugal

I recently organized an unforgettable girls trip to Lisbon and Porto, Portugal, and it was truly incredible. So why choose Portugal? It's the nearest European destination from Toronto, making it a convenient option. Additionally, Portugal is one of the more affordable...

Hosting Hacks – Featured on Porch.com

Are you looking to host an event at home? We are always getting asked about hosting hacks and how to make it seamless and stress-free. We share some of our top tips for setting the mood of the party with our friends at www.porch.com, alongside a number of other great...

5 Corporate Event Ideas to Plan an Amazing Party

Anyone can plan a corporate event, but not everyone can plan an AMAZING corporate event. Recently I planned and designed Shangri-La Hotel Toronto's annual Lunar New Year party. It was a celebration for their corporate clients and is always an amazing event. Every year...

5 Corporate Event Planning Ideas for Extraordinary Events

Anyone can plan an event. But not everyone can plan a GREAT event. I've compiled some of my top tips for corporate event planning ideas to make your event extraordinary. From the moment your guests walk in to the moment guests leave, there should be something that...

8 Corporate Event Design Ideas to bring your brand to life

Event design is about more than just nice graphics and cute photo opps; It is about speaking to your brand's messaging in an interactive and visual way. Great corporate event design ideas should always nod to your brand first and serve a function at the event. I've...

Cityline: How To Throw an Epic Kids Party

I'm so excited to share our latest Cityline segment on epic kids party ideas! Pastel balloons, a nifty gift wall, interactive stations, and more. We had a lot of fun with this one! If you're throwing a kids party soon, we've got amazing kids party ideas for you. Thank...

Best Luxury Hotel Venues in Toronto for Weddings

Downtown Toronto has seen a rise in luxury hotels over the last few years, changing the landscape of both the Toronto skyline and the wedding industry. Couples now have a lot more choice when it comes to planning a luxury wedding. In today's post, I will walk you...

How to Host an Epic Break Up Party, as seen on Cityline

We brought the fun and sass to Cityline today, with ideas to throw your very own epic break up party! Yes, it's totally a thing! From ex-themed drinks to smash cakes, we have all the ideas to elevate your break up party. Thank you to August Media for capturing the...

Phoenix and Sedona, Arizona Honeymoon and Travel Guide

If you've followed along with any of my past honeymoon guide posts, you will know that I seek out scenic mountain hikes and beautiful landscapes when I travel. This time, I have put together a Phoenix and Sedona, Arizona, honeymoon guide for any of my readers who love...

Come see us at the Wedluxe Show 2023!

We are thrilled to be a sponsor at the highly anticipated Wedluxe Show at Hotel X Toronto, happening on Jan 28 and 29, 2023! If you are getting married soon, and looking for amazing inspiration, this is THE show to attend. It is unlike normal wedding tradeshows where...
Where to rent blush bridesmaids dresses for under $150

Where to rent blush bridesmaids dresses for under $150

I'm always asked where a bridesmaid can find a beautiful dress but for a reasonable price. Buying dresses for normal occasions aren't cheap in and of itself really. So it's no wonder that finding a formal dress fit for a wedding without breaking the bank is...

Royal Conservatory of Music Wedding

Royal Conservatory of Music Wedding

I love weddings with lots of detail. Recently, one of my favourite weddings from 2014 was featured in Style Me Pretty Canada, and for good reason! The bride and groom were hands on in creating the most beautiful and chic details for their wedding. Check out the modern...

Easy holiday recipes

Over the holidays, I love trying out new recipes to treat my family and friends to. If I can make them, anyone can! They also taste and look great. What more can you ask for really. If you aren't normally a baker, these are some very easy holiday recipes to try out!...

2014 Gift guide for the bride-to-be

2014 Gift guide for the bride-to-be

As we head into December (man it came fast!), we're wrapping our heads around gift ideas to get our friends and family. I've compiled a gift guide for friends who are bride-to-be's, however they are also great hostess gifts too! Happy shopping! This post contains some...

Wedding Budget Discussion on Yahoo Finance

Wedding Budget Discussion on Yahoo Finance

This past month I had the pleasure of having being featured in Yahoo Finance for their series "Just Explain It" with Ashleigh Patterson. We had a great wedding budget discussion. The video is about the astounding cost of attending a wedding. The numbers are quite...

Rustic chic wedding at the Steam Whistle Brewery

Rustic chic wedding at the Steam Whistle Brewery

I hope everyone is enjoying their summer so far! We have had some gorgeous weather for summer weddings. I have a recent wedding to share with you today, with a beautiful couple who hosted their rustic chic wedding at the Steam Whistle Brewery in Toronto. I had the...

Introducing The Ritz-Carlton Hotel’s new cafe in Toronto

Introducing The Ritz-Carlton Hotel’s new cafe in Toronto

I had the pleasure of sitting down for a latte at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel's new cafe that opened recently in Toronto. I visited with my new fiend Dee, founder of the Spotted Fashion blog. The cafe is a day-time extension to their Ritz Bar, offering guests a Starbucks...

Rebecca Chan shares 8 etiquette tips on Huffington Post

Rebecca Chan shares 8 etiquette tips on Huffington Post

Today I had the pleasure of sharing 8 etiquette tips on Huffington Post for attending Chinese weddings as a guest. Chinese weddings are not the only kind of ethnic wedding I am familiar with, but certainly I am no stranger to them! They come with their unique customs...

Toronto events to be aware of when planning your summer wedding

Toronto events to be aware of when planning your summer wedding

If you are planning a wedding in Toronto for the peak summer season, not only will you pay a premium for your venue but there are a number of downtown events and festivals that will impact your guest experience (or even your booking experience). These aren't small...

Romantic Indian fusion wedding

Romantic Indian fusion wedding

Last fall, I had the pleasure of coordinating Puja and Sameer's very lux and romantic Indian fusion wedding. It was a fantastic night of food, entertainment, crying, moving speeches and, of course, lots of dancing! The sea of 400+ guests was so vibrant, both in their...

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