La Grange de La Gatineau Open House

December 19, 2015 / no comments

Know anyone still looking for a wedding venue? Pass this on to them! La Grange de La Gatineau located in the Quebec area is a perfect venue for those looking to host a rustic wedding. If you would like a few ideas on how to decorate this, read our lovely blog: Using burlap to decorate your wedding venue or rustic and vintage decor ideas.

La Grange de la Gatineau would like to take this opportunity to invite you to view their new venue and facilities:

Open House details: 

80 ch. Summer in Cantley, QC.

Sunday January 31st,  2016 from 11:00 to 16:00

Refreshments will be served

La Grange de la Gatineau is a distinctive meeting and event center located only 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa/Gatineau. For ultimate privacy, each wedding has exclusive use of the historic facility in its idyllic woodland setting.

Spring, summer and fall outdoor wedding ceremonies are romantic and beautiful on the lush lawns overlooking the Gatineau River. Any season of the year, the magnificent Great Hall, with  a cathedral ceiling and panoramic windows is also available for wedding ceremonies and receptions.

The Executive Chef offers an imaginative, fresh menu served by their accomplished servers.

The breath-taking La Grange de la Gatineau will make memories for a lifetime!

Please confirm your presence to 819-827-3164 or at info@grange.ca

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How To Plan A Glamorous Wedding

December 19, 2015 / no comments

Do you love pretty things? Is glam and extravagant your style? Then you will love the tips we have put together on how to achieve a glamorous wedding style that will leave your guests wanting more. As much as we love new trends, we love to look back on some wedding ideas that happened 50 years ago. Tie in the old and the new for a glamorous romantic vintage styled wedding.

  1. Serve champagne to your guests. Want to make a wow statement and double it as your focal point? Why not set up a champagne tower. It looks great and tastes even better. As much as the champagne can double as entertainment, have real entertainment for your guests for the cocktail hour or in between meals. Think, acrobats, live statue performance, belly dancers, drummers, live bands- the possibilities are endless.

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2. Everyone by now should know that invitations really set the tone for your event. Make sure your wedding invitations reflects the type of event you are setting out to have. When your guests receive the invitation they should be able to tell how formal the wedding is by the type of paper you used, the font used to write the wording and the packaging (envelope in this case).  Your wedding planner and invitation specialist should be able to help determine this.

3. Table design! It’s all about the little details and how to make it work.  Nothing says glam like gold! Don’t over do your table. Touches of gold here and there will make your wedding look extremely elegant. A nice charger plate with gold rims, glassware and flatware that are gold and gold votive candles will do the trick.

For a more classy look, I would suggest using all white linens. This represents pure, clean and elegant. The accessories that you use to dress up the table will compliment and tie it all in. For chairs I would suggest renting white/gold chiavari chairs or ghost chairs.

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4. Flowers and candles. Flowers and more flowers is the key to romantic glamorous wedding. Tall centrepieces is the key but low flowers on the table works just as well. A candlelit atmosphere will definitely set the intimate vibe for any wedding. Don’t be shy, use lots of candles. Ideally use different styles of candle holders to give depth and originality (some venues do not allow wedding candles, please ask)

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5. Your wedding ballroom. With all your beautiful glam wedding decor you need a gorgeous elegant wedding ballroom room to go with it. A room that has details, crystal chandeliers and gorgeous window. Don’t limit your searches to only ballrooms, think museums, mansions, industrial wedding venues  and luxurious wedding venues. Read our blog on some awesome wedding venues in Ottawa.

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Take a look at our wedding in a box gold package here!

Happy Planning

Cheers!
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How to Decorate Mason Jars for a Wedding

December 16, 2015 / no comments

Today is Inspiration Wednesday. Are you a DIY Bride? Watch this great video by Alexa wedding planner in Knoxville and learn how to decorate mason jars to use as centerpieces for your wedding. She used lace, twine, burlap, and pink ribbon in this video.

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Happy Planning

Cheers!
RSVP Events | Ottawa Corporate & Event Planners
c: (613) 883-5745

For more information please contact info@rsvp-events.ca

HOW TO USE PINTEREST TO PLAN YOUR WEDDING

December 8, 2015 / no comments

Pinterest is a very popular tool for planning weddings, as long as it is used the right way, you have nothing to worry about! A lot of brides are addicted to Pinterest and so are wedding planners/stylist & photographers. You can easily bookmark and categorize all your wedding ideas and inspirations into different boards that makes it extremely easy to visualize your wedding.  Pinterest is definitely the hottest thing around!

You need to define your aesthetic and if color palettes are not your thing, your wedding planning can seem like a nightmare. What style of wedding are you envisioning for the big day? Are you going for a rustic look, a vintage feel or a more intimate wedding feel? What colors will your bridal party be wearing? Feeling overwhelmed? This is where you can find Pinterest extremely helpful. It’s easy, efficient and you can download the app on your phone- Pinterest on the go! We love it!!!. Here are our easy steps and guide to using Pinterest to plan your wedding. If you are not already following us, do so now- click here and you can also follow us on Instagram here!

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Get the AppThe first step is to download the app! Once you create your account, it will give you simple instructions on how to use it. Trust me, it is very easy. Once all is set, start pinning away. Pin ideas and inspiration of what you envision your wedding will look like. Don’t just pin wedding items, home décor or your style of clothing can really say a lot about what your wedding style will shape up to be. For example, if you pin a lot of restaurant items, or great wines etc., you could be a Foodie. You might want to host your wedding at a fancy restaurant to reflect this with good wine. At the end of the day you want a wedding that will reflect both you and your new hubby to be.

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Create your boards.Create different boards for different ideas. This will make it easy to really see what you are thinking. And it makes it easy to reference a particular board when you need it really fast. Examples of boards that you can create: Wedding décor, hair and makeup is a big one, wedding dress ideas- show this to your bridal consultant, and photo ideas for the day. Take a look at our boards for ideas and things to pin.

Share a secret board with your wedding planner/designer, florist and even your bridal party Pinterest has the ability for you to create a secret board. If you are not the type to share your ideas the world just yet, this is a great tool to use. Any one you collaborate with, will also have the ability to pin to your board. Cool?

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Don’t forget to follow wedding venues, magazines, bloggers, planners and stylist. The more you follow, the more inspirations will open up to you. And because planning can be time consuming, you are able to pin on the go!

Note: Pinterest is a source for inspiration. You might find very extravagant weddings on the site, this might not reflect your wedding budget. Discuss your options with your event specialist.

Cheers!
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Ottawa Wedding Decorator- Who decorates my wedding venue?

November 13, 2015 / no comments

Everyone loves wedding decorations. Whenever I meet a new bride, the number ONE item on the list to discuss is the wedding décor! The excitement makes me smile all the time!  And because we are wedding planners, we get asked “Do you decorate my wedding venue as well?”

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Wedding planners and wedding designers/stylists/decorators have different roles that they play when it comes to your big day! A wedding planner works with the bride and groom for the year leading up to the wedding, making all the big plans that will ensure that your wedding is as smooth as possible. We bring with us the skills and knowledge to plan a flawless wedding as well as gathering the right team and vendors to ensure your vision comes to life.

On the day of the wedding, we are onsite as early as 9am making sure the floor plan is correct, the vendors know where to set up, everyone that was booked for the day are onsite doing what they need to do. Most of these tasks can take up to 5 hours, this almost makes it impossible to commit on decorating the hall as well. A wedding planner can recommend a professional wedding decorator or stylist to bring your wedding vision to life.

The decorator or stylist will come with all the necessary décor and team to put your vision in place. They will also provide a tear down team at the end of the day. In terms of budget, they work well with any budget depend on your needs. Your wedding planner will often recommend the best wedding decorator in the area based on your style and budget. Most wedding planners in the city are also wedding decorators. Find out what your wedding planner can do for you!

Take a look at RSVP’s wedding décor packages here!

Cheers!
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c: (613) 219-3552

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RSVP Events Presents: Wedding-in-a-Box Winter Edition!

September 10, 2015 / no comments

As seen in Vogue, winter weddings are a new glamorous trend this year, which is why RSVP Events is excited to announce the NEW launch of our “Winter Wedding-in-a-Box” package. Now for a limited time, we our offering all the major elements of planning a stylish chic wedding at half price! Contact us today to find out how RSVP Events can help you plan the most luxurious Winter Wonderland Wedding this coming season!

Book your Winter Wonderland Wedding NOW!

Book your Winter Wonderland Wedding NOW!

Love and Laughter – A Perfect Blend

August 31, 2015 / no comments

August 1st,  2015,  was Lauren Palmer and Matthew Smith’s  big day. A wedding day loaded with a lot of heart and a lot of laughter.  An ideal combination for wedding photographer, Karen, of Love and Laughter Photography. Clearly, the focus of the day reflected the personalities of this couple. There was light-hearted fun, with lots of banter and goofing around, with touches of traditional, tender- hearted moments as well. At moments like these in the reception, not even Lauren, with her wide smile, could keep a dry eye as meaningful wishes were spoken.

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Their ceremony and reception were held at one of RSVP’s top venues, The Ottawa Marriott, famous for their revolving Summit Restaurant, boasting singular views of the city.

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It made perfect sense, then, that the bride and her bridal party prepare at their Marriott room perched high above the city. The photos speak of the importance of family to this young couple. Not just the bridesmaids sat in the room to join in the preparation, but Lauren’s Mom and two tiny nieces sat with Grandma as well.  They watched as Clarisse Make-Up added her glamorous touches to Lauren’s beaming face and Mandy Hair create the most beautiful and intricate up do for her.  While Lauren’s oldest niece, Willa, was given a flower to pin in her short bob.

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Simple, but very cute touches in the ceremony was the little flower girl, Willa Palmer, taking her job of scattering pink and purple rose petals down the aisle, very seriously.  Followed by Lauren’s two nephews, Zachary and Jackson, both shy but determined in their mission, delivering the rings to the bride and groom.

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Lauren and Matthew added a more serious and personal touch:  blending their wedding colours of plum and white sand in a clear vase, representative of their hearts and lives now intertwined. Vows were exchanged and officiated by Roger and Sheila.

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Lauren’s bright bouquet of complimentary colours was designed by RSVP’s partner, Beaudry Flowers.  The less conventional and vibrant mix of zinnias, roses, lisianthus with wax flowers really complimented the bride’s personality as well as her strapless white gown.

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I am guessing Lauren’s cheeks hurt the next day from all the wide grins and laughter. However, Matthew also had his own fun with “the boys.” For their photo shoot, the handsome groomsmen sported grey suits, purple ties and….umbrellas!  Both open and closed, this prop switched up the standard group shots. Leaping in the air with “brollies,” open their collective expression in reminiscent of “Bert” or Dick Van Dyke, in Mary Poppins.

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The couple’s fun loving antics were again then highlighted later that day.

Lauren, jokingly, brandished the cake knife like a machete and then proceeded to pretend to aim for Matthew’s neck.  Contrary to the staged drama was the elegant cake itself on a chandelier-like cake stand. The one layer white wedding cake provided by J.S. Creations, was decorated with cascading white flowers and a simple purple ribbon at the base.

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Wedding Days may have many of the same elements but they are, of course, never the same. Just as Lauren and Matthew, have their unique fit, and so created a day that suited their style, RSVP keeps in mind that your wedding day needs to be as individual as you are.

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 VENDORS:

Venue: Ceremony –  Ottawa Marriott 

Reception –  Ottawa Marriott Summit Room

DJ: Quality Entertainment 

Photographer: Love and Laughter Photography 

Video: Two Rings Video 

Makeup Artist: Clarisse Cale

Hair: Mandy

Cake: JS Creations 

Wedding Stylists: RSVP Team – Divine and Marina 

Wedding Planners: RSVP Team – Divine and Marina

Always & Forever Wedding Show

August 21, 2015 / no comments

RSVP Events is excited to announce one of our favourite cake artists Jacqui Stanzel (owner of JS Creations) and Barbara Willoughby  (owner of Personal Pampering Esthetics) will be hosting Smith Falls first ever wedding show happening Saturday October 24, 2015, at The Gallipeau Centre, 361 Queen St, Smith Falls, Ontario.

What Does the Always & Forever Wedding Show Entail?

  • Many exhibitors from all over the capitals region will be attending the Always & Forever Wedding show, including many of Ottawa’s leading wedding professionals from every sector of the industry. From elite photographers to the most luxurious stylists, you can expect to find these top vendors on site offering helpful tips and tricks to get you inspiration for your big day!
  • A fashion show, featuring Smith Falls BRAND NEW bridal store Swiss Miss Bridal, who will be opening their doors for the first time ever this August- and will be taking over the title as being one of the biggest bridal boutiques in the Ottawa Valley! The fashion show will show case the new Swiss Miss bridal collection along with many other exclusive 2016 pieces.
  • Be one of the first 75 guests to arrive and you and your bridesmaids can receive a free gift bag!

Some of the top-tier luxury companies you can expect to see:

Magnolia Catering & Event Creations

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The Dill Flower Studio

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Chelsea Mason Photography

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AND many more!

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Additional Information:

  • The Always & Forever Bridal Show will take place at the Gallipeau Centre and will be divided into the two main ballrooms.
  • Free admission for all!
  • When: Saturday, 24 October 2015 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Where:361 Queen St Smith Falls, ON K7A 3L1 CA

It’s time to save the date and come join the many wonderful wedding professionals who will be on site giving out samples and live demonstrations. Not to mention you have a chance to win some amazing prizes!

REGISTER NOW!

 

“Don’t Forget the Little Things…Like the Ring!”

August 19, 2015 / no comments

Driving by the Ottawa RA Centre on the morning of July 11, 2015, few people would know that inside the hall was being decked out in deep purple, grey and green decor. RSVP wedding planners were hard at work preparing for the bride, Claire Sutherland, and groom, Chris Riopelle and 132 of their guests who would arrive later that day.

The RA centre is a partnered venue of RSVP and really looked stunning that day with the couple’s choice of jewel tones with grey accents.

The chandelier lit room lent an elegance to the ceremony, as did the fitted white chair covers and a beautiful backdrop, provided by Pearl Decor.

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Before Claire and her bridal party donned their wedding attire, they made their way to Noir Salon where their make-up and hair were done. Final preparations for the eventful day were made at the RA Centre.

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Meanwhile, Chris and his Groomsmen got in their wedding gear at home. Mike and Ness Wedding Photographers caught many poignant moments, but what was especially personal was this cute reminder left for Chris on the kitchen chalkboard, “Don’t Forget the Ring!” (heart) Claire.

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Many of the black and white stills taken that day highlight the details which gave this wedding a retro/classic feel. They caught the shine of the men’s polished shoes and the sparkle of bride’s pumps. Shots of family and friends embracing emphasise the closeness of the families as well as the celebratory atmosphere.

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Both bride and groom looked Hollywood worthy. Claire’s wedding gown bodice was embellished with tiny sequins and embroidery, which her hair band with tiny leaves and stones complimented nicely.  This bride chose an eye-catching bouquet from RSVP’s florist partner, Beaudry Flowers, comprised of deep purple and pink roses, hydrangea and status.

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Chris managed to look both classic and charming. He wore a grey suit complete with dark grey vest, white bowtie on white shirt and a pink rose boutonniere.

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Despite the elegant attire, the bridal party really seemed to enjoy their Infinity limo ride to the photo shoot after vows were exchanged... sipping champagne, it was a time to relax, share laughs and enjoy!

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While the wedding party and parents of the bride and groom were off to shoot more wedding moments, guests enjoyed cocktails from 3-6 p.m. at the RA Centre, mingled while music played subtly in the background. Dinner followed at 6 p.m. and was served to the beautifully decorated tables with purple cloths and cylinder vases filled with green apples and white hydrangeas.

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Quality Entertainment made sure that the guests of all ages as well as the wedding party had reason to kick up their heels on the dance floor. It was a lively gathering of families and friends with Chris and Claire visiting the tables happy to have the opportunity to hug, shake hands and generally share a story or two with the extended family. Another great photo opportunity for Mike & Ness to grab more informal wedding shots.

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Finally, before the evening wound up, it was time for the cake cutting. The couple selected a three-tiered white cake from J.S. Creations accented with purple flowers and decorative leaf -like piping in green. A candy buffet was the couple’s way of sending home guests with treats as well as fond memories of the Claire and Chris’ most special day.

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Vendors:

Ceremony & Reception Location: RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, ON

DJ: Quality Entertainment

Photographers: Mike&Ness Photography

Limo: Infinity Limo

Hair & Makeup: Noir Salon

Cake & Cupcakes: JS Creations

Backdrop: Pearl Decor

Flowers: Beaudry Flowers

RSVP Planners: Main Planner: Genevieve & Lucia

Your Wedding-in-a-Box

August 18, 2015 / no comments

Overwhelmed by the idea of planning your wedding? Don’t know where to start with so many things to think about? Let RSVP help make your dream day unfold seamlessly with our specially designed plan, “Wedding-in-a-Box.”

 

We offer two packages: the Regular Package starting at $14,500 and the Gold Package, $24, 500 for those couples who want a more extravagant wedding, as you will get to partner with some of Ottawa’s most luxurious vendors.

The Regular package includes a dedicated wedding planner to help you every step of the way, as well as the essentials like one of our 13 venues, a photographer, the decor, flowers, DJ and of course, the cake!

The Gold package goes even further to offer you one of our five finest venues in Ottawa. In addition couples receive floral centerpieces, hair and make-up services, a videographer and the food. A premium choice to make your special day even more perfect.

RSVP recognizes that it’s the little touches that really matter! Therefore, upgrades such as flowers or décor are not a problem – we’re there to help create your vision.

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So why is everyone picking our “Wedding in a Box” package? You receive wedding planning/services valued at over $23,000 but for $14,500 + HST based on 80 guests. An amazing deal!

Choose from one of our 13 partnered venues in Ottawa. Each different venue offering a unique menu.

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You receive a 2 hour hair and make-up trial from one of our two renowned salons for the bride and bridesmaids plus the wedding day itself.

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Not to mention the services of a high quality wedding photographer for 8 hours as well as a CD/DVD of 300 images taken on the day (50 edited) 2 hour engagement shoot /50 images from the engagement (10 edited)…

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From among our decor designs you get 15 table covers and runners, matching napkins, 15 centrepieces, Head table/ cake table treatment, table numbers and illuminated princess lights.

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In addition, you will meet with Beaudry Florist to pick 4 bouquets and boutonnieres of your choice.

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As well as a top notch pastry artist for the cake and cupcakes!

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Cake Artist: Sweet Songs

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Most importantly, one of our knowledgeable wedding planners is there to assist you every step of the way! She will be on hand to deal with the venue and vendor meetings, wedding etiquette, guest and seating plan arrangements, creation of the wedding day itinerary and so much more.

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It’s easy to see why there is a buzz about RSVP’s “Wedding-in-a-Box” couples have been known to spend over $10,000 for the wedding venue alone! But when choosing the Wedding-in-a-Box package all of this is taken care of, the choices can be fun and headache free, not to mention the money you will save!

This package is designed to be simple – simply follow these steps:

  1. Explore the expertise of fabulous vendors & their offerings involved in this package at www.myweddinginabox.ca
  2. Book your free wedding consultation with an RSVP event specialist online by emailing Planner@myweddinginabox.ca
  3. Confirm with your planner that your date is available with your chosen venue; choose your Photographer, Pastry Artist, Décor, Flowers and more.
  4. Relax & Enjoy the wedding planning process

Cheers!
RSVP Events | Ottawa Corporate & Event Planners
c: (613) 219-3552

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