Covid-19 has been tough for everyone. We especially understand the effects of this pandemic on small business owners and those planning celebrations. We’ve compiled a list of our steps to Covid success in the hopes of helping fellow entrepreneurs thrive and settling...

Seeing the word “cheap” or “on the cheap” doesn’t necessarily mean cost effective. Cheap doesn’t mean good quality service or product. It implies you’re getting a less than quality product or minimal service, it may give off the appearance that your event had minimal...

You've spent so much time planning every aspect of your wedding and you're ready to pop that pre-wedding bubbly, sit back and relax as you count down the next couple of weeks. But, don't forget to plan the getting ready part. There's no rule that says the party...

One: Save Some Money  Generally speaking, renting your wedding items can save you a lot of money. If you're after an antique item such as a chandelier or typewriter, you'll be dishing out a lot of money at an antique store! Instead, speak to your rental and decor...

There are all types of DIY wedding possibilities and the DIY bride can personalize her day in a way that will be memorable for everyone. We suggest that before you tackle your list, you do some research, get organized and have a plan of attack. We’ve compiled a list...

When Valentine’s Day makes its approach, most automatically say “I don't need a specific day to say, 'I love you'.”  While this is true, consider this Valentine's Day as an escape from the monotonous winter months and the boring day-to-day. To help you keep it...

Everyone, or at least most of us, make a few New Year's resolutions and we do this in hopes of making a fresh start. As the last few days of the year approach, we look ahead to the possibilities lurking just around the corner. This alone is the magic of the new year;...

Most Effective Time The best part about hosting a holiday party is having everyone there to celebrate. Consider your business' schedule and your employees' schedules. Pick a time where your whole staff isn't rushing around to finish a project - that way everyone can...

Stratford and area brides got social with local wedding experts at the Stratford Country Club on Friday, November 3. It was our very first Wedding Social, an alternative to the traditional wedding show which we envisioned and executed so brides could have one-on-one...

The easiest way to remain organized during the wedding planning process is to utilize websites, databases and apps. We’ve rounded up some of our favourites for all stages of planning.  1. Getting Started: The Wedding Ring and Paul's Halls  The Hardest part about...

After the last song has played and the champagne has run dry, you finally take a long minute and realize: you're married! After a year or more of planning, organizing and dreaming, your day has come and gone in what feels like a blink of an eye. And then it hits,...

April and Oliver were married on August 20, 2016 and their day was a fairytale come true! Complete with plenty of bling, gorgeous royal blue and icy white accents, their wedding was a true wonderland fit for a princess.We recently reached out to them for pictures so...

For those of you who don't know, I'm Wendy Bennewies, the face of Devine Wedding Design. I've always had a passion for design and with a dose of determination, a burning passion and some gusto; I opened Devine Wedding Design in 2007. Now - ten years later, we offer...

When planning a wedding there are many moving parts and many people you'll be relying on to help make your big day perfect. From a photographer to DJ to hairstylist, makeup artist, baker, officiant and decorator, all have different personalities and unique...

Your wedding theme is the element that brings all the little details together and acts as a guiding light throughout the planning process. Before diving into a theme, decide on the venue. With many places booking as far in advance as two years, this is a great place...

If you're the gal who always shows up at the party with a bottle of bubbly, have a closet full of sequins or feel that you're the reincarnation of Daisy Buchanan; you are a true Gatsby bride!A Gatsby wedding can be quite harrowing to plan because the sequins and...

Have you ever wondered what other brides are stressing about and what advice they have accumulated? Do you crave all the little details from the proposal to the wedding theme? We do too!Devine Wedding Design met with Kaela Pinter and Kyle Sales a couple of weeks ago...

Hey ladies, how is the planning going? We know that winter blues may be kicking in and the excitement of the New Year is fading. We want to give you a little boost with a list of our favorite wedding blogs. Perhaps this list will make you even more excited to plan...

As soon as that beautiful diamond slips on your finger, your life will change. Not only will you be smiling randomly for no reason – it’s true – you’ll be quickly dunked into the world of wedding planning. With the urge to share your most exciting news yet, you’ll...