Bridal Show Returns to Cambridge

The Cambridge Bridal Showcase, which is hosted by Welcome Wagon, is promoting its annual fall wedding show on Monday, October 3, 2011 at the Armenian Community Centre located at 15 International Village Drive. Doors open at 6:00PM, fashion show begins at 7:30PM and the event concludes at 9:00PM.

“We have La Crème Bridal Boutique and Tuxedo Royale presenting our fashion show,” said event coordinator Susan Casey. “We look forward to showcasing the hottest and latest wedding fashion trends to our bridal audience!”

The Grand Door Prize is "A Night On The Town in Pristine Luxury", courtesy of Brentwood Livery. This $500 upgradeable 5-hour package with professional, courteous, stress-free limousine service for up to 8 passengers also includes champagne.

“It’s been so incredible having notable local businesses work with us to create a terrific intimate show,” said Susan.

The show will feature many exhibitor displays, with everything from photography, bridal salon, insurance, jewellery, and planners to favours, investments, DJs, venues, accommodations, tuxedos and cake decorator. Engaged couples, along with their friends and families, will have a lot to see, touch and experience at Cambridge Bridal Showcase.

Show attendees will also enjoy complimentary delicious cake-tasting courtesy of Tiny Cakes.

“We will have a Hollywood entrance, with an official paparazzi, and the photos will printed and available at the event as well as online later on Facebook, courtesy of Focused Photography,” said Susan.

Susan also noted, “Spin Doctor Productions are such amazing exhibitors, we just had to bring them back again as the official DJ for our 2011 show.”

Brides can also listen to CHYM 96.7, 570 News or KIX 106 for our event announcements from September 19 to October 3, 2011.

Admission is free for bride-to-be and one guest plus the first 100 brides-to-be at our doors will receive a complimentary bridal gift bag. Brides can pre-register and get more information through our show’s website at www.bridalshowcase.ca or by calling 1-877-675-8463. Walk-ins are always welcome too!

Create Your Own Royal Wedding With Welcome Wagon

Welcome Wagon would like to invite you to attend our next Bridal Showcase, on October 3, 2011, at the Armenian Community Centre, 15 International Village Drive in Cambridge, ON. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the fashion show begins at 7:30 pm.

We offer informative displays, a fashion show, wedding planning guides, free gift bags for first 100 brides through our doors and the opportunity to win some amazing door prizes.

Admission is free for bride-to-be and one guest but registration is highly suggested. Walk-ins are welcome. To register, contact 1-877-675-8463 or online, www.welcomewagon.ca.

Join in on the Royal Wedding of the Decade!

With just four days to go until the royal nuptials, we're kicking our weeklong blog party into high gear with an all-new exclusive royal wedding Facebook Live Stream! While we may not all be able to travel to London to take part in the big day, we can definitely share in the excitement stateside!


We'll be commenting in real-time alongside our readers with the latest news, updates, and our thoughts throughout the week, and of course, during the wedding of the century this Friday.

But since there's no fun in celebrating alone, we want you to participate! So, share your thoughts, ideas, questions and more directly on the Weddzilla blog or download the live stream embed code and add it to your blog or website for your community to enjoy!


Step 1. Copy/paste this onto your site

Step 2. Share the link to your site on Facebook or Twitter and let's create the biggest viewing party online!

Kitchener's Welcome Wagon Spring Bridal Showcase 2011

Is there a wedding in your future? Know someone who is getting married?

Welcome Wagon would like to invite you to attend our next intimate Bridal Showcase, on April 10, 2011, at the Chicopee Ski & Summer Resort, 396 Morrison Road in Kitchener, ON. Doors open at 1:00 pm, the fashion show begins at 2:30 pm and the event concludes at 4:00 pm. We offer informative displays, a fashion show, wedding planning guides, free gift bags for first 150 brides-to-be through our doors and the opportunity to win some amazing door prizes. One lucky bride-to-be will win a luxurious one-night honeymoon package courtesy of Best Western St. Jacobs Country Inn.

Admission is FREE. Pre-registration is highly suggested and walk-ins are welcome. Please register by calling the Welcome Wagon Event Coordinator, Susan, at 1-877-675-8463 or visit online http://www.welcomewagon.ca.

So, You're Engaged...Congrats!

It’s that time of the year!  Engagement season is here and now is the time to interview your prospective wedding vendors.  Meeting with the facilities manager, your officiant and your wedding planner is very important. But meeting a florist with your wedding plans can be a pretty daunting endeavour.

Fear not, here are 14 pointers to relieve you from floral stress:

1. Research – While many vendors have a referral list, it is important to do you own research and ask your own questions.

2. Interview – Interview at least 3 florist, even more than once if necessary.

3. Investment - Cheaper doesn’t always mean better! “You Get What You Pay For”.  Your wedding is a serious investment!  Note:  Be honest about your floral budget and your expectations. Does your budget coincide with your overall vision?

4. Flexibility – If you have a specific budget that you would like your florist to meet, be flexible to their recommendations.

5. Portfolio – Look at your florist's previous work.  Does it all look the same?  Does it inspire you? Does it look contrived, like the same old “flowers stuck in a vase” without creativity or ingenuity.

6. Creativity – Is your florist creative and innovative?  Can he/she create complex designs or create a custom design for your wedding or is he/she a “copy cat” designer?

7. Style – What type of florist are you seeking? Do you want traditional, contemporary, rustic, etc.  Interview florists who are willing to mesh with your style or give advice.

8. Knowledge – Seek a florist who is knowledgeable and is competent in floristry.  Is your florist aware of flowers, colors, seasons and how to properly nourish and condition flowers.

9. Aesthetics - Is your florist a visionary? Is she/he competent in the appeal and overall look of a design?

10. Quality – Does your florist design with Grade-A flowers?  Is your florist's work of excellent or low quality?

11. Trendy – Is your florist abreast of the latest wedding market styles and trends?

12. Personality – Are they friendly and easy to work with?

13. Hire a florist – Are you hiring a professional or amateur?  Ask for recommendations, qualifications, awards, recognitions, etc.

14. Responsiveness – Is your florist responsive? Does it take them weeks or sometimes months to respond to your queries?