Calgary-based Cineart Photography is giving away a free wedding photography session – either on your day or after. If you browse their blog you’ll see that Cineart does fabulous work, so don’t miss this opportunity! To enter, simply share your love story and a few words why you deserve to win. The contest ends on Valentine’s Day, so quick – enter now!

Good luck!

Jennifer

Photo Credit: Cineart Photography.

Ever wonder what it would be like to be on TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress? Well, one lucky bride-to-be will soon find out! The RingBearer.ca and Kleinfeld Bridal have just launched a fabulous contest.

Here are the amazing contest details:

• The winner will receive a $5,000 gift certificate to Kleinfeld!
• A private store opening in Manhattan, New York
• Personal styling services provided by Randy Fenoli (Fashion Director at Kleinfeld) and a Kleinfeld Bridal Consultant
• Free airfare and five-star accommodations

To enter, simply visit http://theringbearer.ca/kleinfeld and submit your proposal or love story along with a photo of you and your sweetie. Entries are accepted until February 14, 2010.

Good luck!

Jennifer

This month Edmonton-based PinkPolka Wedding Design is giving away a russell+hazel deluxe wedding organizer to help keep you on track throughout the planning process. The organizer, worth $75.00, includes:

• Signature Binder
• 12 Section tabs with pockets 
• Planning notebook 
• Organized adhesive note set 
• Sheet protectors
• 2 business card pages
• 10 8-1/2 x 11″ pages
• 5 Multi Format pages

Click here to enter. Good luck!

Jennifer

Happy New Year and congrats to all the newly engaged couples out there! Enjoy this time together and try not to get overwhelmed with all the details just yet. Focus on the few key big items that are essential to establishing the direction of your wedding:

1. Wedding Date / Month / Time of Year: Some couples know exactly when they want to get married. Perhaps it’s on your parents’ anniversary or the day you first met 5 years ago. For most of us, we have a general idea of the time of year or month we’d like to tie the knot, but are a bit more flexible on the exact date. 
2. Guest List: Do you want a small, intimate wedding with close friends and family, or are you extending the invitation to everyone who has been a part of your lives over the past decade or so?! The size of the guest list is the number one factor in the cost of your reception, so if you have expensive taste and a tight budget, consider limiting the invite list so you can have the wedding you’re dreaming of without breaking the bank.
3. Wedding Style + Theme: The style and formality of your wedding is also key to establish right of the bat. If you’re having a traditional sit-down dinner your wedding venue and vendors may differ considerably from those you’d choose if you decide on a cocktail reception wedding in a lounge setting.

 
Once you’ve established these three key items you can start your venue hunt for a ceremony and reception location.

To those of you already well into planning your 2010 wedding – the countdown is on! It’s a good time to consult your planning checklist and ensure you’re on track and ready to accomplish the next few items on the list.

Happy planning!
Jennifer