HOW TO CREATE A WEDDING BUDGET: OUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
Besides choosing a venue and setting your wedding date, one of the first steps for newly engaged couples is figuring out a wedding budget. It can feel overwhelming — where do you start, how much should you spend, and who contributes what? This guide breaks it down step by step, helping make the process simpler and less stressful so you can focus on enjoying the journey.
KASSIDY AND RAMSEY’S ELEGANT QUEEN’S LANDING WEDDING IN NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
Kassidy and Ramsey’s Queen’s Landing wedding in Niagara-on-the-Lake was a celebration of love, colour, and timeless elegance. With a rich colour palette, grand ballroom reception, and thoughtful personal touches, their day perfectly balanced romance and joy. Guests danced the night away in one of the region’s most iconic wedding venues.
CAMBRIDGE WEDDING VENUE: STOREHOUSE 408
Cambridge’s Storehouse 408 set the stage for a radiant editorial shoot brimming with personality and charm. Combining natural elegance with creative flair, this fresh and bright styled shoot captures everything you could wish for in a wedding venue.
THE BEST LOCATIONS FOR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS IN NIAGARA
To help you find the perfect location, we’ve partnered with Eva of Philosophy Studios. With over 20 seasons of experience, Eva has explored the most breathtaking and unique locations for engagement photoshoots, ensuring that every couple finds a spot that speaks to them. From hidden gems to iconic landmarks, here are the best locations for engagement photos in Niagara.
CLOUD DANCER: WEDDING INSPIRATION WITH PANTONE’S 2026 COLOR OF THE YEAR
Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, brings a soft, airy white hue that’s perfect for weddings. From romantic blush and pastel pairings to warm neutrals, this serene shade offers a fresh start and a beautiful foundation for personal, timeless celebration inspiration.
ELORA MILL WEDDING
A blush, cream, and gold palette. Twinkling Christmas trees. Evergreen wreaths framing every corner. Heather and Zack’s Elora Mill wedding was the dreamiest winter wonderland — complete with cozy details and the perfect backdrop of the Elora Gorge.
WEDDING VENUES IN SOUTHERN ONTARIO: A CURATED GUIDE
Southern Ontario is home to an incredible variety of wedding venues, each offering its own blend of beauty, character, and charm. From vineyards with sweeping views to heritage estates and nature-filled hideaways, the region truly has something for every love story. Within our Vineyard Bride Swish List, you’ll find a curated collection of venues we trust — places that consistently deliver exceptional service, unforgettable settings, and warm hospitality. Whether the celebration you’re dreaming of is intimate or grand, these locations offer the inspiration (and the expertise) to help bring your wedding vision to life.
GUIDE TO HIRING SPECIALTY WEDDING VENDORS
Planning a wedding is all about the details — the meaningful touches that turn a beautiful day into an unforgettable experience. Once you’ve chosen your venue, photographer, and caterer, it’s time to focus on the extras that bring your celebration to life. That’s where specialty wedding vendors come in.
ART GALLERY OF HAMILTON FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE EDITORIAL
A French countryside dream brought to life at the Art Gallery of Hamilton. With refined floral design, elegant details, and two breathtaking bridal looks, this romantic editorial blends fine art and natural beauty in the heart of downtown Hamilton.
ROMANTIC WEDDING EDITORIAL AT TORONTO’S GRAYDON HALL MANOR
The historic Georgian estate set the scene for this romantic editorial, blending old-world elegance with the warm textures and tones of the season. With two candlelit tablescapes — each with its own distinct palette — and bespoke details designed to inspire, this styled shoot celebrates the cozy beauty of fall weddings in Toronto.