Here is a listing of local resources & vendors we would like to share with you. This section will grow as we add links to vendor profiles on our blog and we will also make useful notes regarding these great vendors to give you an idea on what they are all about.
Event & Wedding Planners:
www.sparkleandshineevents.com – Jennifer is the owner and main planner. They are a Toronto based event planning company, specializing in weddings, and they offer a free 1 hour consultation. Contact Jennifer to see how she can help you.
www.theweddingbelles.ca (Simcoe County & GTA) If you are planning a wedding out in Simcoe County, you should check them out and talk to Jen or Ashley (co-owners). You can hit them up on Facebook here.
www.ahotpinkpetticoat.com (Toronto) – Alison Kelly runs this event planning company and also has a kick ass blog giving great tips. She is a guest blogger on our blog, so please check out her posts.
Lustre Events – Melissa and Morgan have the professionalism, style, and detailed eye to help you create a wedding that reflects you and that your guests will never forget. We are Toronto’s most trusted wedding planning couple!
EcoGatherings – (GTA North & Toronto) Monica Gaudet is great at what she does. She is super sweet person to deal with and she has the experience to get things done right. She can handle small intimate events to large events that need lots of prep & planning
www.circlethedate.ca (GTA East) – Laura Eng is the owner and main planner. She has over 10 years experience with planning events for businesses and people. She is super sweet so contact her to help you with your event.
Mosaic Event Planning: (GTA West) – Shalyn Baker is a WPIC certified wedding & event planner. She is based out of Burlington and she is so nice to deal with.
T.E.P. Events: (GTA West) TEP Events is a full service Event Planning company that specializes in making Weddings unique and memorable. We take care of the details so that you can enjoy your day.
Stationary & Invitations:
Momento Design (Whitby) – Invitations, Announcements and Stationary. Daniela owns this fresh new company in Durham Region. Hit their website and view their blog.
Sentimenti Occasions – Barbara Palombo offers Couture Wedding and Special Events Invitations. She is based in Woodbridge and offers her craft to worldwide clients.
To Have And To Hold – Sam and Cheryl run this company and they have a cool blog for inspiration. They love to design custom stationery sets. Check them out!
Ingledew Invites – Emma is the owner of Ingledew Invites and she is a Toronto based designer of invitations & stationary. Check out her work and schedule an appointment to visit with her.
Two Canaries – Custom made stationery with you in mind! At twocanaries we will design what you need to make your event amazing! Whether it is invites, thank you cards, save the dates we will help you say what you need to say!
Wedding by AH (Durham Region) – Ashley Hatt is the owner and lead designer. Designing products for her own wedding got her doing more and more for others looking for budget-friendly and custom invitation source in Durham Region and online.
Officiants & Ministers:
www.lifedeservesceremonies.com (GTA) – Suzanne Peters is another officiant that we recommend. She resides in Toronto and travels across the GTA to officiate weddings. She is such a sweet lady.
Rev. Joanne McClory – www.idoweddingcelebrations.com (GTA East) – Joanne (above) is a sweet lady who is excellent at what she does. She serves Durham Region.
Brides Choice Officiant – Rev. Ray Cross (Above) (GTA East) Thirty years experience officiating weddings with warmth and decorum, good humor and ease. Extensive resources for planning your ceremony and skilled guidance for customizing your service to your unique desires.
Helen Sweet: She is a licensed officiant who has performed over 200 marriage ceremonies – including same sex, inter-faith, secular, Bhuddist, etc. She’d be happy to talk to you about your ceremony, and how to make it unique and memorable.
Wedding Cakes:
Sweet Things Toronto – Juanita is also a guest blogger on this blog so watch for her posts. She is a talented cake designer and also a personal trainer. She makes cakes for all types of events… so she could be your cake maker for life. Here is the link to her main website.
www.flourconfections.ca (GTA East) – Lisa Bugeja who resides in Ajax and has been growing her business over the past couple of years has recently moved into a store in Pickering. She even offers classes. Her cakes are awesome.
www.kakekreations.ca – (GTA East) Karey-Ann Large has grown a successful business in Durham Region. Her cakes are very yummy.
Sweet Something Designs – Marijke Daye is the owner and designer of this new company. She creates tempting all occasion Candy/Desert Buffets and delivers them to your event. She serves Toronto & the GTA.
To Nice To Slice (Kitchener) – Chrissie’s work is outstanding and she is extremely creative. Check her out and see what she has made for her clients.
Nothing Sweeter Than You – Amy’s specialty is cupcakes which are the hottest new trend when it comes to weddings, showers, christenings and other special occasions.
Wedding Decoration & Toppers:
www.nicolewong.com – Nicole hand crafts and bakes mini-couples of you to add to the top of your cake. Check her out… they are so cool.
Chapeau de Gateau – (Toronto) Alison Dawson is the founder and inspiration for this company. She offers modern innovative ribbon cake toppers and accessories. Her work is exceptional and must be seen.
Digital Video Productions:
www.blupearl.com (GTA) – Colin Richards who resides in Durham has taken Blupearl Media + Film to another level with his creative style that is artistic and compelling. We like to watch wedding videos for inspiration and are very picky with regards to the final product. Colin delivers this.
www.norrisfilms.com (Toronto & GTA) – Norris Wong has created a cool little company putting out some awesome stuff. Hit their website and check them out.
Wedding & Event DJ’s
Scotia Entertainment Services (GTA West) – Terry and Michelle are a great team who really like to look after their clients. They are located in Mississauga and they will travel all around the GTA to DJ Weddings the way they should be done. Very professional and client focused. Please check them out and contact them to discuss your needs for your event.
www.rhythmentertainment.ca (GTA & GTA EAST) Another Durham vendor who has been also great to work with over the years. The are located in Whitby and serve across the GTA. Shayne Bayford owns the company. They are also the in-house DJ at Tosca Banquet Hall, Jubilee Pavilion or Black Diamond Golf Club.
www.soundsofdistinction.ca (GTA West) – Dan Forbes and his wife run this great company that has been in business for 9 years. He loves what he does, and it’s been a pleasure to speak with him at the weddings that we both cover. His wife is now a registered wedding planner and they can truly offer you an exceptional experience when dealing with them to help plan your wedding.
www.skipabeat.ca (GTA East) Brad Owens and his wife who run this successful company in Durham has been in the business for a long time. They love weddings and also love helping couples plan the reception and make sure that everything runs smooth. They have a couple of people that work at Skip-A-Beat and we have always had a great time with them at the wedding that we have covered.
Hair & Make-up (Mobile)
www.taramcpeake.com (Toronto & GTA East) – Tara is an exceptional make-up artist who resides in Durham and travels across the GTA. She also runs www.tanningspecialist.ca that can also help you get that perfect tan for your wedding.
Expressions of You – Makeup – (Downtown Toronto) Natural with definition is the best way to describe Naomi’s approach to bridal makeup. Naomi services the downtown core and surrounding areas.
Sharon Danley – Sharon runs Brides Beautiful and she comes to you to work with you on your wedding day. Her website and blogs are packed with great information and tips.
www.suzettenasir.com (GTA North) – Suzette is such a sweet person and is highly recommended. She resides in Markham and travels across the GTA to serve you.
www.kellybabcock.com (GTA East) – Kelly who resides in Durham does really great work. She covers all over the GTA.
Hair & Make-up by Rikki Zucker – Rikki is a highly skilled and extremely professional artist and licensed hairstylist who has been solidly working in and around Toronto for the past seven years. You can reach her at 416-880-7524
Live Music:
www.weddingmusictoronto.com – Dunstan Morey – Guitarists (GTA) – Dunstan has been preforming at weddings & events for a long time. He is well known and respected.
www.gpinto.com – Violinist (GTA) – Grenville adds a modern twist to an old instrument. He can use a wide range of musical genres.
Vivian Victoria Ng, Pianist – VvnMusic’s classical piano and violin duo is for the bride with the utmost of style, taste and elegance. Let us transform your wedding experience today into a classy affair… One that everyone will remember for years to come.
Duo d’Amore – String Duos, Trios & Quartets
The Diplomats – Classic & Modern Jazz – They provide beautiful jazz music for your events by tailoring the music to your tastes, learn songs at your request, work around your schedule. They cover Toronto and mostly GTA West. Andrew Taylor is the Band Leader and Bassist.
George Fung Music (GTA) George leads and directs a close-knit ensemble of professional classical musicians, forming classical ensembles such as String Quartets, String Trios, Violin & Piano Duo, Flute/Violin/Cello Trio, Organ & Trumpet Duo, and Vocal Soloist & Piano. George is also the organist and piano specialist of the ensemble.
Wellington Music: (Toronto & GTA) Members of Wellington Music are respected professional musicians from Toronto’s leading orchestras and ensembles. We have seen them at many weddings and they are excellent.
Decor & Design:
Mode Function: Utilizing the latest trends in floral, textile, lighting, furniture, art and design, their innovative style and creativity will provoke the senses. They are highly skilled at what they do and they can create an atmosphere for your wedding.
A Night Of Romance – These two stylish designers will transform your suite or bedroom into an inviting surprise for both of you to enjoy. Check them out and who can say no to a fantasy like this.
Annie Lane – Durham Region’s Premier Decor and Specialty Rental Company
Signature Party Rentals & Decor
Food & Beverage:
www.amorechocolatefountains.ca (GTA) – Angela uses the best chocolate fountains and chocolate allowing guests to dip a variety of items into the chocolate fountain.
Sweet Something Designs – Marijke Daye is the owner and designer of this new company. She creates tempting all occasion Candy/Desert Buffets and delivers them to your event. She serves Toronto & the GTA.
Floral:
www.rainflowercompany.com (- Mirella owns and operates Rainflower Company. She is new on the scene and has made quite a splash in the local wedding flower industry. We follow her on Twitter and her blog.
www.pinktwig.ca – (Toronto) Tanya List & Amy Saleh own and operate Pink Twig Floral Boutique and they are located in Toronto at 711 College Street in Little Italy. They do great work and they are highly recommended.
Bridal Blooms By Laura (Oakville)
Jewelery:
www.samuelkleinberg.com (Toronto) – Samuel Kleinberg Jewelery has been around for over 40 years. They are great to work with and they are happy to work with you to design a custom ring.
Bridal:
The Romona Keveza Collection, Toronto
Limo :
Posh Limousines: (GTA East & Toronto) – Great company that takes care of their clients and highly recommended.