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WEDDING IN A BOX

November 9, 2013 / no comments

WEDDING IN A BOX LAUNCH: NOVEMBER 9TH/ 10TH 2013

RSVP is proud to announce the launch of a new wedding package!This new package is the first of its kind in Ottawa. Wedding in a Box is an all-inclusive wedding package that offers all the major elements of planning a high-end, quality dream wedding at an affordable price, with little to no hassle or stress! And we mean no stress!

Price tag on this? The average price of Wedding in a Box, if sourced separately is $23, 500.

What is involved in this package? Its an all inclusive wedding package that includes the following:

-Wedding venue & Food

-DJ

-Hair & Make up

-Cake/Cupcake

-Bouquets & Boutonnieres

-Wedding Photography

-Transportation

– Wedding decor

-Wedding planner

Still not convinced? Please visit us on myweddinginabox.ca for my information on this great wedding package! Don’ t wait! Book now.

Thank you to all the vendors that participated in making this style shoot as beautiful as it is!

Orchardview Wedding & Conference Centre

Serendipity Wedding Supply

Kakes & Katering

Infinity Limosine

Duane & Michelle get Married

September 13, 2013 / no comments

Duane & Michelle get Married 08.24.2013

A GREEN WEDDING!

RSVP had the pleasure of helping Michelle & Duane coordinator their wedding day. We started the day by waking Michelle up with her favourite coffee- medium coffee with 2 milk and her morning bagel- everything bagel with butter. Duane loved his large coffee with 2 milk and 2 sugars! Perfect way to start the beautiful day.

Both Michelle and Duane looked gorgeous on the wedding day. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day to see these two marry. The weather was beautiful with some sunshine and all, her wedding gown looked as though it was made just for her, the decor that was picked was just her style. Everything about this day worked out really well.

Please take a look at the photos below to see just how perfect these two are for each other! Congratulations Michelle and Duane, thank you for letting us be a part of your special day! And thank you to Black Lamb Photography for sharing the wonderful photos.

We would like to thank our wonderful partners/vendors that made this day the day it turned out to be. Please visit vendors website for more information about the services they offer ! Happy planning.

Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas

Venue & Caterer: Monterey Hotel

Officiant: All Seasons Weddings

Wedding Dress: David’s Bridal

Hair: Stephanie Lambert – Tesoro Professional Hair & Esthetic

Makeup Artist: Blush by Jackie

Grooms Outfit: Moores

Engagement Ring: Ben Moss Jewellers

Florist: Flower Essence

Event Planners & Designers/styling: RSVP Events

Table Numbers & cupcake stand: Compliments of the Father of the Bride

DJ: Quality Entertainment

Photography: Black Lamb Photography

Drinking etiquette at weddings

September 11, 2013 / no comments

Drinking Etiquette at Weddings

September is a busy month with weddings and RSVP would like everyone to enjoy it responsibly. As a couple, we would like for you to keep a few things in mind when entertaining your guests. As a guest to a wedding, we would like for you to be responsible. Enjoy the wedding with these simple things in mind.

Brides and grooms:

Control the amount of drinks your guests consume at your wedding. Even with an open bar, you can control how much a guests can drink. Have the bar open during the cocktail period for about an hour and half. Offer signature drinks if possible. This will limit hard liquor been consumed right at the very beginning of the event. Close the bar during dinner for a period of 2 hours. And open it up again after the dinner. We recommend offering your guests wine during the dinner.

Offer signature drinks during cocktail period

Offer Food during the cocktail period to balance the drinking. You can be creative with this and incorporate your wedding theme. Make it cute! Offer food again for a late night snack while the party is in full motion. Popular items for this is : Poutine, cocktail sandwiches, pizza, veggie platters etc.

Have a limited selection to your bar instead of a fully stocked bar. For example you can have one type of beer/ House wine (Red & White) and Pop. Which ever selection you choose to have, make it limited one. Do not allow your guests to do shots. Ask the venue or bar tender to monitor this.

Book your wedding reception preferably at a hotel so you can offer guests options to stay at the hotel, or choose a venue that is close to a hotel or some sort of accommodation. Ask your venue if they have partnered with hotels so you can take advantage of special rates. You can also call hotels directly to inquiry about special rates. Pass this information on to your guests when you have it. And on the night of the wedding ask the MC/ DJ to make an announcement about the accommodation arrangements that guests have. Your guests will appreciate it.

Use services such as Responsible choice! They will drive you and your car home! Make this number available to your guests as well as a taxi number!

Guests

Don’t drink and drive. Book a hotel room if you can.
Have a designated drive with you
Call a taxi to get you home (make this arrangement before you leave your house)
Control your drinking. It is a wedding, don’t do anything we wouldn’t do!

Photos: Pinterest

Happy Wedding! Call RSVP Events to plan your next event!

Ann & Derrick Engaged

September 9, 2013 / no comments

Ann & Derrick- Engaged 07.20.2013

Ann says yes to Derrick! RSVP Events had so much fun planning this engagement party with this beautiful Italian family. Everyone was so involved in the planning process. I think we learnt some Italian while planning this beautiful day. With only less than two weeks left, Ann contacted us to plan the day that was important to her and her family. With little time in hand, RSVP worked hard to put together this gorgeous event that reflected the taste of both Ann & Derrick. All 70 guests had a blast by the end of the night! Enjoy the photos:

Rental of tents, chairs and Plates: Party Time Rental

Event planning & Decor: RSVP Events

Photos: RSVP Events (Della)

Shannon & Corey Tie the Knot

September 5, 2013 / no comments

SHANNON & COREY TIE THE KNOT- August 17th 2013

I will miss this beautiful couple. We became real good friends and this I will always treasure. I would like to thank Helene (mother of the bride) and Shannon’s lovely bridesmaids for making this such a great day! RSVP had so much fun planning this wedding. Corey and Shannon finally tie the knot. Enjoy the photos.

The Bride had two dresses

VENDOR LOVE:

Cupcake: Custom cupcake

DJ: Pisarius Entertainment

Flowers: W Flowers (Brides flowers & Wedding arch)

Melissa Lafrance Events (Bridesmaids flowers)

Hair: Bridesmaids

Wedding planning & styling: RSVP Events

Photographer: Love & Laughter photography

Nicole and Alex wedding

September 3, 2013 / no comments

Nicole & Alex Engagement Session

We are looking forward to Alex and Nicole’s Wedding next year! We are having a lot of fun putting all the great ideas and looks together for this wedding and we simply can not wait for the big day! For now enjoy the Engagement photos by Love and Laughter photography!

Such a fun couple! Call us for all your planning needs: RSVP

Modern and rustic Wedding

August 30, 2013 / one comment

Modern and Rustic Wedding

RSVP was thrilled to style this wedding. It was a mix of modern and rustic look for this wedding. Our team had so much fun styling it. Enjoy the photos!

Ottawa Wedding Planner

Please call RSVP today for all your styling needs: RSVP

Look Stylish For all you Wedding Outings

July 17, 2013 / no comments

Look Stylish For all you Wedding Events

We put together some inspirational styles to get you glammed up for any wedding events you might have lined up. We believe every girl should look extra chic for every event. Take a look at some of our styles below:

Engagement Party

You should keep this look elegant and classy. Accessories the outfit with statement jewelry, shoes and or purses.

Bridal shower

Go for a soft, fun and feminine look for any bridal shower. You must ensure you are comfortable and avoid tight fitting clothes. Most bridal showers take place in the late mornings or early afternoons when it is bright outside, so add some bright colors to your outfit to stand out.

Bachelorette

Party

Make a bold statement with this outfit. A little black dress is the what we recommend but a nice pair of skinny jeans never hurt nobody! Want to bring sexy back? This is where you can fully let things go, and relax. Let your hair down and have fun with the girls.

Rehearsal Dinner

We ask for this look to be sophisticated. Parents of both parties are mostly likely going to attend this event, we suggest dressing to impress. Wear that red lipstick and make a great impression!

RSVP events can help you plan any event from the engagement party to the rehearsal dinner. Contact us today for more information! Looking forward to assisting you with your next event.

Photo source: Pinterest

Your Dream Wedding Dress

July 15, 2013 / no comments

How far would you go to find your dream dress?

Every bride wants THE DRESS, but where do you draw the line? How far over budget are you willing to go, and how far will you travel to get it? If the dress of your dreams was been offered at 50% off 8 hours away, is it worth the travel or do you settle for something similar closer to home?

Contrary to what we see on TV shows, like TLC’s “I Found the Gown”, the potential costs of obtaining the dresses may mean there is no deal to be had. The show is based on a discount bridal boutique (VOWS Bridal Outlet) in Watertown, Massachusetts. The designer gowns they have in stock are anywhere up to 80% off the retail price. Some brides travel across the country or even from outside the country to find the dress their heart is set on. For brides living in the area, what an amazing place! Even people a couple of hours away, who can make it a day trip, do it!

For the rest of us the question is, once you add up the costs of gas, flights or bus tickets, on the road meals and snacks, parking, and potentially a hotel room, how much are you really saving? Do the math, stick to your maximum budget, and try not to go looking with only one dress in mind. Try some dresses that are outside your usual style – and listen to the consultants! They know what they’re talking about! On the other hand, if budget isn’t a problem, travelling can be part of your bridal party adventure, one last single girls’ weekend…

Photo Source: Pinterest

Written By Sarah – Wedding specialist

Jennifer & Cody are married

June 26, 2013 / no comments

Jennifer & Cody Married June 15th, 2013

All the way from BC, this wonderful couple decided to come to Ottawa to share their special day with close friends and family. RSVP Events was honored to be part of this wedding. Wishing them nothing but the best in their new journey together.

Special thanks to Love & Laughter photography for the wonderful images, Quality Entertainment for the music and Entertainment and the cake was provided by The Cake shop.