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Featured in Wedluxe - Pretty in Pink

Pretty in Pink - Featured in Wedluxe

Original post from  Wedluxe  

Here's another beautiful editorial submission as seen in our current Toronto edition. This 'Pretty in Pink' feature was a joint collaboration by a group of vendors under the principal direction of one of the *most* talented women I know... Miss Melissa Samborski of One Fine Day Event Planning + Design. Melissa has produced several features for us in the past and I'm always awe-struck at her attention to detail. I barely need to communicate a vision - she just 'gets it' each and every single time. The beautiful photos were taken at the Estates of Sunnybrook by Corina at Corina V Photography: another fabulous lady with a talent behind the lens who is also a graphic designer to boot! Without further ado...

Above:
~ sweet regards ~
This ornate polished lucite box contains an uber-luxe hand-crafted invitation folio created from Thai silk. 
It’s tied with a satin belt and adorned with a hand-stitched chiffon and Swarovski crystal flower. 
Inside reveals a hand-illustrated letterpress invitation. Created by Deborah Lau of Palettera, palettera.ca

Above: 
~ the gown ~
A dreamy white tulle skirt is an essential element for any romantic gown. 
The blooming birdcage fascinator echoes the floral sash in this frothy gown. 
Gown by Vera Wang, $8,500. Birdcage Veil, $790. Both available at Vera Wang Toronto. 
Hair and Makeup by Olivia Ha 

~ well-heeled ~
A pop of colour in the form of accessories is one of our favourite wedding trends! Specifically, we’re swooning over these pink suede peep-toes and crystal encrusted clutch. Heels by Casadei, $990. Available at Vera Wang Toronto.

Below:
Heart Clutch by Judith Leiber, $2,195. Available at Vera Wang Toronto. 

~ dramatic design ~
This beautiful table provides drama with a spectacular centrepiece that is a flowering architectural feat! 
Spheres of blooms hang effortlessly in mid air with ribbony garlands of dendrobium orchids. 

Floral Design by Amanda Levkov of Celebrationz. 
White Ghost Chairs and pink cushions from Contemporary Furniture Rentals. 
Pink Linens from Have a Seat.

                

Last but not least, I adore the incredible cake from this feature by Patricia Drewnowska of Patricia's Cakes.
This confection is both stunning and sweet with a cascade of blush-colouredsugar roses and other life-like candied blooms. 
Double-vanilla cake layered with blackcurrant Italian meringue buttercream and chocolate ganache covered in vanilla fondant and painted with luster dust. DIVINE! 

Patricia also designed the adorable meringue treats!

Featuring...Pantone Color Spa

Think destination wedding...soft and subtle this color is beautiful when paired with white and pewter.  A ceremony by the sea or in northern ontario this color keeps the day light and fresh looking. 

Celebrate in style!

Images: Dessy Bridesmaids

Featuring...Persian Prettinest

Fuchsia, emerald, purple. The colors and emotions of the affair were bold, rich and ceremonious. Certainly, every wedding we photograph has its own character and personality but Asal and AmirAli’s was a mix of modern and traditional. It was high glamour with a Persian twist.

As usual, we were privileged to tag along with the bride and groom as they dressed and prepared for their rituals. In case the pictures don’t convey it enough, Asal and AmirAli were two of the most beautiful and effervescent couples we’ve come across. They are class incarnate!

In her dressing room, the bride, slipped into a strapless Vera Wang gown and ribbon-inspired Jimmy Choo heels. While there were no bridesmaids or groomsmen, four friends accompanied Asal throughout the day to lend their helping hands.

The couple chose to marry in the grand ballroom at Copper Creek, situated on an expansive golf course just 30 minutes outside Toronto. It was the perfect venue—especially for the tons of traditional dancing after the ceremony. The day was drenched in emotion and filled with extraordinary moments, captured with our cameras and distilled for the couple to remember for the many happy years to come.

Thanks so much to Asal and AmirAli! We had an amazing day capturing your beautiful union, together finally, as husband and wife!

Original post by: Boston Images

Featuring...Pantone Color Posie

Raspberry! Love it! It's such a rich and fun color to have a wedding palette. This color gives you an abundance of flowers to work with in the spring and summer. From chic dress choices to spectacular tabletops the options are truly endless with this color.  

What color are you picking for your wedding day?

Celebrate in style!

 

Images: Dessy Dresses

WedLuxe Magazine | Inspired by Philip Treacy

Looking back at one of our favorites! 

 

Produced by: Melissa Samborski, One Fine Day Event Planning and Design Inc.
Photographed by: Anthony Manieri & Mike Caringi, 5ive15ifteen photo co.
Photographed on Location at: Graydon Hall Manor

Letterpress Invitation: Sweet Peony Press
Floral Design by: Pink Twig
Chairs: Contemporary Furniture Rentals
Cake + Cake Stand + Butterfly Cookie Favor: Cake Opera Co.
Glassware + Dishware + Glass Baccarat Butterfly Favors: William Ashley

Custom Linen + Napkins: One Fine Day Event Planning and Design Inc.

Dress: Divine Decadence, 416.324.9759
Hat: KC’s Hats
Jewelry: JDJ Jewelry
Makeup Artist: Dawna Boot

Hair Stylist: Michelle Cunningham, Onaré Salon

Original post - Wedluxe

Featuring...Pantone Color Rosewater

Who doesn't love a wedding done in soft hues of pink! Blush is one of the more popular colors when it comes to weddings. The question is...how much pink will you have?

Celebrate in style! 

Images: Dessy Bridesmaids

Before You Say Your ‘I-Do’s’ Don’t Forget This ‘To-Do’

Before You Say Your ‘I-Do’s’ Don’t Forget This ‘To-Do’ 

By: Miranda Malisani

Holistic Nutritionist

Your wedding checklist is almost complete.

It’s getting close to the day you’ve been dreaming of.  You have the city’s best event planning company taking care of all of your wedding needs. 

However, there is one very important element that both Brides and Grooms tend to overlook most while composing their list.  Although, Melissa and her amazing crew can pull off just about anything, this  ‘to-do’ is something that each Bride and Groom must do on their own.

And that is to BE HEALTHY for the big day.

Weddings are on top of the list of stressors that contribute to illness according to the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale.* This study and many others indicate that this major life event can leave an individual more susceptible to becoming physically ill.

After all of the planning, money invested and emotions spent on making your wedding spectacular the last thing you want is to be coughing, sneezing or making frequent trips to the bathroom on your wedding day.

Schedule in the following wedding health protocol before your big day:

3 Months Before

Begin a subtle detox program:

• Fresh lemon in room temperature water every morning as a gentle liver cleanse.  
• Remove refined sugars, processed and artificial ingredients from your diet
• Increase whole, fresh and live foods.
• Consider choosing the following list of foods organic (apples, pears, peaches, plums, grapes, cherries, celery, spinach, potatoes, raspberries, strawberries) Pesticides and fertilizers can alter endocrine function, which is the system that regulates your hormones.  This can slow down metabolism and overload the body with toxins - not to mention cause you to be even more moody!
• Remove any foods from your diet that you are sensitive to. Eliminating these foods will help your body to reduce the possibility of facial eruptions, bloating, and weight gain.
• Begin or continue an exercise program.

2 Months Before

Lose those extra pounds

• Eat smaller, more nutrient dense meals.
• Eat every 3-4 hours.
• Choose foods that help to stabilize your blood sugar (fiber, whole grains, leafy greens, legumes, lean protein, vegetables, essential fatty acids, cinnamon, stevia).
• Don’t skip meals. Food is your fuel. This can lead to irrational food decisions due to crashing blood sugar levels and more weight gain.
• Don’t stuff yourself. This may lead to a perpetuation of negative emotional responses towards eating, which will lead to excess weight gain.

6 Weeks Before

Support Your Immune System:

• Eat antioxidant rich foods (berries, kiwis, leafy greens, broccoli, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, green tea)
• Take a good quality multi-vitamin
• Maintain a healthy level of intestinal flora with fermented foods (miso, sauerkraut, plain yogurt, kimchi, kefir)
•  You can also choose a good quality probiotic.
• Consume healthy fats  (omega 3’s & 6’s) to help regulate hormones, strengthen hair and nails and make hair shinier.

2 Weeks Before

Manage your Stress Levels:

• Stress is an anti-nutrient so it is a crucial time for increasing healthy foods in your diet. Reach for some of the following stress-busting foods: (nuts & seeds, whole grains, leafy greens, bananas, flax, hemp, plain yogurt, eggs, pineapple)
• Consider taking a B Complex. B Vitamins are beneficial in combating stress
• Get some shut-eye. Sleeping provides the body with times to detoxify overnight and restore and regenerate.  You may be inclined to stay up late to get all of the last minute things done for your wedding, but make use of all of the people who are willing to help and get some zzzzzzzz’s.

 

Miranda Malisani is a Holistic Nutritionist, Owner and Founder of Live Light Nutrition. www.livelightnutrition.com  miranda@livelightnutrition.com

 Reference:

*(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holmes_and_Rahe_stress_scale) Feb 2011

 

Featuring...Chapeau de Gateau

Chapeau de Gateau designs modern, innovative, unique toppers to make wedding and special occasion cakes truly extraordinary. Each topper is individually created and handmade from the finest quality Mokuba ribbon, and is delivered in a keepsake box as a reminder of your special day. These stunning creations are truly a work of art and we love them!

For more details visit http://www.chapeaudegateau.com/index.php

Featuring...Pantone Color Pistachio

Spring is just around the corner! 

This month we feature the Pantone Color Pistachio. A soft hint of spring and what is to come for all those beautiful spring weddings. Something fun and flirty about the color. 

Enjoy!

 

 

 

Images: Dessy

Featuring...Colors

Starting tomorrow, every month this year will feature one color for weddings. Looking at bridesmaids dresses to the little details to accessorize your special day. Sneak peak of what is to come this year....

What color do you dream in? 

Cheers!

Images: Dessy Bridesmaids

 

Featuring...Maya+Chris

Every year I get to travel to some of Canada's little hidden jems. Last year I ventured to St. Andrew's by the Sea, New Brunswick with one of our couples. A weekend celebration in a tiny town that was full of charm and history! Enjoy!

Photography: Caley Taylor Photograhy

Venue: St. Andrew's By the Sea Fairmont

Featuring...Francesca + David

Sneak peak at an intimate cocktail reception at the MacLean House in Toronto. 

Enjoy!

Photography by: Boyfriend Girlfriend

 

Vera Wang....Fall 2011 Bridal Collection

Featuring...Lauren + Michael

Fall weddings are my favorite! Lauren + Michael had a little rain but it didn't stop them from having a truly amazing day. Enjoy the images provided by Toronto wedding photographer Jen Arron.

Celebrate in style, 

Melissa

To see more of this special day, visit More Details

Photography: Jen Arron Photography

Venue: Windsor Arms

Featuring...Susan + Yusung

The engagement of this couple is super cute and playful!

Enjoy!

...and the wedding day!

Receptions: Auberge Du Pommier + Gladstone 

Photographer: Geehea Photography

 

Featuring...more from Ben + Erin's special day!

...more photos from Ben + Erin's special day!

See the current issue of Wedluxe for more details. 

Enjoy

 

Fun from the photobooth...

Photography: Boyfriend Girlfriend

Venue: Gardiner Museum

Planner: Melissa Samborski

Featuring...Nadia+Nick

...and the video highlights are in for Nadia+Nick!

Enjoy!

Watch the video here: Wedding Highlights

Featuring...Honeysuckle-Color of the Year

...and the color of 2011 is....

A Color for All Seasons
Courageous. Confident. Vital. A brave new color, for a brave new world. Let the bold spirit of Honeysuckle infuse you, lift you and carry you through the year. A flattering hue for wedding attendant apparel and accessories, Honeysuckle is now one of the nearly 200 PANTONE WEDDING Colors available from Dessy, a leading manufacturer of bridesmaid, social-occasion and flower-girl dresses. Visit Dessy

 

 

Images:  Pantone

Featuring... Melissa + Peter

Looking back....

Enjoy

Photos: 5ive15ifteen

Planner: Loni Purvis

Featuring....Erin + Ben in Wedluxe!

Excited to share our 3rd featured in the current issue of Wedluxe! 

Enjoy! 

Featuring...Queen's Anne Lace in Wedluxe!

The current inspired by Royalty issue of Wedluxe is out on newstands-

Check out our featured creations. 

Celebrate in style, 

Melissa

Let us know what you think!

Featuring...Alexis + Ben in Wedluxe!

So excited to share this wedding. Featured in the current issue of Wedluxe. 

One of my all time favorite weddings and so many details to share!...Alexis and Ben had family and friends from all over the world attend their wedding. The guests were invite to a weekend celebration. From the rehearsal dinner at Pellar Estates to the wedding night at Queenslanding and then a fabulous brunch to send guests back on their journey home. 

Enjoy! 

Thank you to all the amazing vendors that we worked with:

Cake: Cake Opera Co.

Photographers: Mango Studios

Venue: Queenslanding

Fleurs: Forget Me Not Flowers

Dress: Carolina Herrera

Stationary: Bella Invites

Featuring... Lia + Alex on Style Me Pretty!

I was fortunate enough this past fall to be a part of Lia + Alex' wedding. This super cool + gorgeous couple had a wedding that was full of style, elegance and personal details...

Their story...written by the beautiful bride, Lia. 

Alex proposed on Christmas night after getting my parents’ blessing (what a gentleman!). I can’t say I was terribly surprised considering we absolutely cannot keep secrets from each other and also considering I picked out the antique (1935) post art-deco engagement ring. It was a simple and perfect proposal in my old bedroom at my parents’ farm. He had lit the room with beeswax candles and asked me to be his wife as the rain came softly down on the tin roof above. Too dreamy! We had quite an easy and stress-free planning process for the next 10 months. I did all of the planning with my right-hand woman, my Mom, and it was such an amazing bonding experience for us. Alex and I spent the months leading up to the wedding antiquing, wood-chopping, sanding, painting, chalking, and planning the day of our dreams. I styled the entire wedding with the help of borrowed antiques and linens (not to mention the gorgeous altar frames) from various family friends. I had difficulty putting the “feeling” of the day into words when people asked me what my theme was: I didn’t want the wedding to feel contrived. When it came down to it, I realized it was Woodsy Romantic that I was aiming for and I can happily say that October 16th, 2010 turned out to be just that.

The fall weather was crisp and sparkling with late afternoon sun. Alex and I did a reveal prior to the ceremony as our family pictures took place beforehand and for the both of us, this moment in the courtyard was single-handedly the most magical and amazing moment of our lives. Truly out of the movies and/or every fairytale you’ve ever read! The ceremony itself was also very emotional ? I think we had ? of the room in tears! The reception was filled with so much love and warmth from our families and close friends and we are so happy to have gone with a very intimate setting. We’re not a couple who like to make airs or appearances, or who relish the spotlight and considering this, we felt as though everyone was there for the same reason: to celebrate our love but also to celebrate love and its many wonders in general. The overriding sentiment of the day was TRUE LOVE and both Alex and I are living, breathing examples of this myth come to life.

Enjoy!

To see the original post visit Style Me Pretty

 

Photographer: Mango Studios

Featuring...The Best of 2010 Wedluxe Award Winner!

We won! Twice!!!

From Wedluxe...

CONGRATULATIONS! On behalf of WedLuxe, I want to take this opportunity to let you know that ONE FINE DAY EVENT PLANNING AND DESIGN has WON two WedLuxe “BEST OF 2010 Awards” for Excellence in EVENT PLANNING for the following weddings:

Alexandra and Benjamin (seen in our upcoming WS2011 issue)
Erin and Ben (seen in our upcoming WS2011 issue)

This year, WedLuxe is EXCITED to debut our first ANNUAL “Best of WedLuxe Awards” to recognize the individual contributions and extraordinary talent of the INCREDIBLE event professionals whose work has been showcased within our featured real-life weddings this year!

Since 2006, the mandate of WedLuxe has been to showcase the VERY best of the Canadian Wedding Industry.  

Every issue, we receive hundreds of real-life wedding submissions and narrow them down to the top 7-10 in each region. We publish the most beautiful, most stylish, most creative and most exclusive weddings produced by Canada’s top-notch wedding professionals. The results? Truly, ‘award-winning’ work from everyone involved  in each chosen story! So, we decided it was time to recognize the individual vendors accordingly! :)

These awards are to honour and celebrate your work as featured in the Toronto and Eastern Canada Edition(s) of WedLuxe – Canada’s luxury wedding magazine in 2010. Congratulations!

...THANK YOU WEDLUXE! 

Featuring...Marta + Dustin

As originally posted on the Boston Images blog...Check it out! 

Sometimes, in the rush, commotion and blur of a wedding day – the only things we remember are the tiny, minuscule details. Perhaps it’s because we spend most of the day looking through our camera’s lens – seeking out the details. Maybe it’s because our focus is on the small events which seem to connect each of the larger events occurring throughout the day. For whatever reason, we often find ourselves looking back through the images from a wedding, amazed with the moments we were fortunate to capture and astounded at all that took place.

The wedding of Marta and Dustin at the Toronto Botanical Gardens was just this sort of occasion. We remember this amazing, glowing light that seemed to follow the two of them wherever they turned. The amazing connection between Marta and Dustin was something we may never forget. We can easily recall the bright, inviting yellow in Marta’s bridesmaids’ bouquets and the matching boutonnieres on Dustin’s groomsmen’s lapels.

All of these memories are significant parts of the day for us, and yet we wonder how many of their guests witnessed the same moments we did. We wonder what they remember. We wonder what Marta and Dustin will recall and we wonder how it’s possible these two beautiful individuals found each other in this great big world of ours.

We also remember how hard it was to turn our camera away from Marta in her elegant Vineyard Collection gown. The cascading v-shaped backline with its gently flowing waves was almost angelic. She paired the gown with an adorable pair of Kate Spade strappy back heels which complimented the dress wonderfully. The two bridesmaids had an almost 1930’s retro style glamour with their Priscilla of Boston neutral toned grey gowns accented by a simple but vibrant yellow lily bouquet – a combination we found extremely powerful.

Dustin has one of those warm, friendly, inviting faces and as the night went on, it was increasingly apparent that Marta was the reason he so generously doled out those contagious smiles of his. At times Dustin’s groomsmen, with their thin black ties and matching tie clips, were reminiscent of the early charm and charisma we saw from The Beatles and then just as easily evoked the swagger and aura of the original rat pack.

Being able to witness how close this couple was with their friends and family was so inspiring and one of the most memorable experiences of the evening for us. The entire celebration was flawlessly coordinated and put together by the amazing Melissa Samborski, of the phenomenal One Fine Day Events We were so thrilled just to have the opportunity to photograph some of her stunning creations.

Marta & Dustin – here’s to many more memories – the smallest of details and the most important occasions – in your new lives together. Congratulations and thank you for letting us witness it all!

Thank you Boston Images for your incredible work! 

Boston Images

Thank you

It means the world to us when a couple takes the time to send a note of thanks. This is the reason I love my job.  One of my favorite couples of the summer had this to share with us... 

Dear Melissa, 

What can I say? You are the best! Guillaume and I are so grateful that we had you beside us during the whole planning process for our big day. You are so talented, professional, generous and fun. We had a great time getting to know you and hope to keep in touch. We were so incredibly happy with our wedding day...it couldn't have been better and we thank you so much.

With all our love, Heather + Guillaume

p.s Thank you so much for the little unexpected surprises!! We loved them!!

Heather + Guillaume are principal dancers in the  National Ballet of Canada

Thank you Heather and Guillaume for letting me be a part of your special day! 

To see more images from the day, visit Ballerina Bride Wedding

 Photo: 5ive15ifteen 

 

Featuring...Candice + Toomas

via vimeo.com

Florals by: In Bloom

Featuring...Meghan and Chris

Images are starting to arrive from some of our weddings from the past summer months. One of our favorites is Meghan and Chris! The soft hues of blush pink were a must for the bride and peonies were the perfect fleur of choice. Guests enjoyed a fantastic meal at one of Toronto's best venues - Canoe. 

Fell in love with this photograph of the brides dress and the Christian Dior shoes! 

Enjoy!

Photography by Michelle Haurilak 

Planner: Melissa Samborski 

    

 
 
   

Featuring...Erica and Bryan!

Its been a while since our last post, but the summer has been wonderfully busy and images from the last couple of months are starting to arrive. 

I was in Distillery District a few weeks ago with a wonderful couple - Erica and Bryan... “Bryan proposed under the stars in the Sahara desert, with a ring he carved while he was backpacking the Himalayas...The hand-carved ring was stored in a matchbox during Bryan’s trip. For their wedding ceremony, the rings were put in that matchbox and passed around to all of the guests to hold and send their good wishes on...Love the shoes by Miu Miu! Congratulations Erica + Bryan! 

Fabulous Fleurs by Stemz

Photography by: Jessica Blaine Smith 

As featured on Wedluxe Blog 

Planner: Melissa Samborski

Enjoy!

Featuring...Diana & Elson on Style Me Pretty!

 

NOW featured on Style Me Pretty! 

What an amazing day with Diana and Elson! Although they had already had a small intimate wedding is sunny LA, they had their big party for family and friends back here in Toronto. We started off with some eclectic shots around the Gladstone Hotel, then over to the Evergreen Brickworks for a fun tandem bike ride, and then flew over to Archeo in the Distillery for an amazing lunch. Although the day started off grey and rain soaked, we ended up with a bright and sunny afternoon for the party. The main focus of the day though were the details! .. Diana herself who hand made lots of the decor! Mango Studios was the eye behind the camera. Check it out for yourself below. 

For all the pictures/details view this link One Fine Day Featured on Style Me Pretty

From Diana & Elson "I wanted to thank you for all your help.  The wedding was amazing!  This was the wedding of our dreams!  Thanks so much!"

   


       







 
 

 
            
 
 

View the Original post Mango Studios Blog  

Photography: Mango Studios

Featuring...Nick & Nadia

We start with the engagement, its the best way for a couple to have a sense of what it is going to be like in front of the camera on their big day. We start with Nadia and Nick's engagement...

...and a sneak peak of images from their wedding day! 

         

Photography: Geminie Photography

Venue: Oakville Convention Centre

Flowers: Forget Me Not Flowers

 

Featuring...

We love the idea of engagement photos...it gives the couples a chance to get the feeling of what it will be like in front of the camera on the big day. As well as your photographer to see the way the couple interact. 

Renata & Loren - This couple did their session last fall but here are the beautiful photos!

Photography by Mark Anthony

Coming soon- photos from their big day! 

 


   
      

Featuring...Super 8mm

When you hear the word “wedding video” one tends to cringe at the thought of having to sit through an epic piece that all but encourages sleep. Historically that was definitely the case, but I have to say times have changed and so have the people who make them!  With HD being all the rage and companies producing gorgeous videos with floating high production shots you can sure bet that couples have options galore.  One company in Canada, based out of Toronto has taken a noticeably different path altogether...Nazar Melconian of mimmo+naz take a more “nostalgic yet contemporary-chic” approach producing fine art wedding films.  He actually shoots all his couple’s wedding on Super 8mm motion picture film!  When asked to sum it up, Naz said “Think Wonder Years or Kennedy or Onassis weddings...if I was to ask you to think back to a fond childhood memory the way it flickers back in your mind’s eye is exactly how I capture our couple’s sweet day, its a perfect match to Mimmo’s photography”,  his films resonate and pull on heartstrings, you would be hard pressed not to grab a Kleenex box watching any one of his films.  What I personally love about his films is the ability to capture moments and connect them to music that draws you in, you really should just watch the sample and see for yourself.  These guy’s are a preferred vendor for a reason and I am not alone, published and well travelled they offer both photography along with their wedding films, what more could a girl ask for!

Here is a beautiful sample of Naz's work - The original post appeared on Style Me Pretty...This legal duo met battling in the court rooms of Los Angeles...love was in the air for these attorneys! 

Click to view sample -- Super 8mm with Nazar Melconian

Photos: Mimmo and Naz

Featuring...The Wedding Planner

We are thrilled to have been a selected wedding planning company to be a part of this great article featured in , ANOKHI - North America's longest running South Asian Fashion, Lifestyle & Entertainment magazine for affluent, brand savvy and fashionable 18 to 44 year old South Asian mainstream women.  It is dedicated to becoming the pre-eminent, unifying and leading voice for and of, the South Asian culture in Western society

 

Cutting edge wedding planners share their million dollar secrets

Wedding are significant moments in life, when family, friends, tradition and celebration come together. But often the size and scope is overwhelming for the modern couple. This is where the wedding planner steps in. Three renowned planners from the U.S. and Canada discuss their experience, how the industry has changed and what a bride can do to make a perfect day.

Melissa Samborski of

One Fine Day Event Planning and Design, Toronto ON
Melissa Samborski is one of Toronto’s leading South Asian wedding planners and, unlike many planners who take on other events, her company is specifically directed towards weddings. Melissa has worked in planning for five years and catering for 10, but her knack for South Asian weddings came out of the blue.

“You start with one family and you just refer . . . I guess I started doing it and found it very intriguing and then did some more research, some more work and I understood what was going on.”

Unfortunately though, the Toronto market has seen an oversaturation of wedding planners due to the large amount of unqualified people organizing weddings with little hands-on experience and solid credentials. As it’s advisable to hire at least a “day of ” planner to relieve the stress from the couple, couples should look for a planner who has a diverse portfolio, pays attention to the details and has been profiled in a major magazine.

One thing Melissa tells her brides is to cut the guest list, if at all possible. “I find a lot of the feedback is, ‘I had 300 people and I didn’t know who they were.’ It’s hard to (cut people) because of families, but if you cut a guest list it makes a world of difference.” Melissa finds that while many young couples know the value of small weddings, there is a lot of pressure from parents and family to invite communities of people for the celebration.

But at the end of the day, if you want to make your wedding as perfect as possible, the details make the most impact. “Pay attention to the details. Details are what make it different and unique. It shows who the couple really is, creating an atmosphere . . . giving (the guests) elements they expect but also giving them something different and new.”

BY: KIMBERLY ELWORTHY
(PHOTOS COURTESY OF (MARRIED COUPLE PHOTO) BY ELEMENTZ OF FOTO 

Featuring...

Sneak peak at one of couples that recently got married...we thought we would start with their engagement photos while we wait for the wedding day images! 

Shirin and Reza - a truly stunning couple! 

Photos by the super talented Mimmo of Mimmo and Naz

Stay tuned for photos from their wedding day

   

Featuring...Caitlin and Scott

A weekend in Muskoka is always a gorgeous backdrop for a wedding. Caitlin and Scott had a fun filled weekend wedding celebration just a short while ago.  Surrounded by century-old pines and maples along the shores of serene Lake Joseph- Guests enjoyed haute cuisine prepared by the Delta Sherwood Inn and entertainment by the George St. Kitts band. 

Highlights of the day included-not one but two rainbows that appeared for the perfect backdrop for some spectacular photos. Speciality champagne and scotch's bars and dancing until the very early morning hours. A truly spectacular soiree. 

Cheers to an amazing couple! 

   

  

       
 

Photographer: Click Photo Co.

Venue: Delta Sherwood

Planner: Melissa Samborski 

Featuring...Pam & Ally- Part 2

Just wanted to share more stunning images from the wedding of Pam & Ally - Photography by the amazing
Mark Subnaik of Mark Anthony Studios Inc. 

 

 








         

To see the full story - pick up a copy of Canada's Luxury Wedding magazine - Wedluxe
     
 

Featuring...Pam & Ally in Wedluxe!

We are thrilled that the wedding of Pam & Ally was selected by Wedluxe as a featured wedding of 2009. 

Read more about the most romantic proposal story...ever!

Congrats to this amazing couple!

 

 

The new issue of Wedluxe is now available in major bookstores across the nation. 

Venue: Royal Ambassador 

Photo: Mark Anthony Photography

Featuring...A Philip Treacy inspired wedding in Wedluxe!

We were thrilled to be selected by Angela Desveaux (Editor in Chief) of Canada's Luxury Magazine Wedluxe to create a wedding day inspired by the creations of world famous London Miliner -- Philip Treacy.

 

Hot off the press...Enjoy! 

 

    
THANK YOU again to Angela ---it was a fantastic day!!!

 

Team of fabulous vendors included:

Photographer Anthony Manieri & Mike Caringi: 5ive15ifteen

Florals: Pink Twig

Stationary: Sweet Peony Press

Glassware/Plateware/Gold Cutlery: William Ashley

Cake & Cookie favor: Cake Opera Co.

Producer: Melissa Samborski

 

Falling in love with WEDLUXE-The Designer Issue

When only the best will do on your special day turn to Canada's Luxury Wedding Magazine Wedluxe This stunning magazine has all the lastest tips, trends and inspiring images that will take your breath away.  

Take a sneak peak at this video trailer for the WedLuxe Winter/Spring 2010 by Cloud Nine Creative (publishers of WedLuxe)

Wedluxe Winter/Spring 2010

 
Available in stores December 14th.

Featuring...Kate & James

One of our favorite weddings of this past summer, was of Kate & James. A stylish couple that wanted a fun, elegant and unforgettable night for family and friends. The couple celebrated their day at one of Toronto's premier event venues-The Fermenting Cellar. 

Let's us know what you think.

Cheers! 

 

 

Photographer: Rebecca Wood Photography

Catering: Daniel et Daniel

Florals: Stemz

Planner: Melissa Samborski

Featuring...Cindy & Kevin

Cindy & Kevin celebrated their wedding in style! From the girls dresses, to the stunning bridal gown and the abundance of gorgeous shoes! The focus of their day was the attention to detail and elements of style everywhere you looked. 

Congrats! 

     
    
  

  
  

  

Photography : Michelle Quance Photography

Venue: Capitol Event Theatre

Planner: Melissa Samborski 

Featuring...Images Film & Video

When you are looking for the an unobtrusive videographer for your special day, then we highly recommend Images film & video. They have been creating wedding documentaries since 1993. They are both cinematic and unobtrusive. Their work has been recognized throughout the Europe and North America. When only the best will do for your wedding day, then trust Images Film & Video. 

For a preview of their fabulous work, please view the link below. Enjoy! 

To view samples, click on the link provided- Images Film & Video

Enter the studio login area. Username and password are both: onefineday (all lower case and one word)

Featuring...Jennifer & Alan

 
     
  

     

Photography: Z Molu 

Florals: Stemz   

Planners: Melissa Samborski 

Featuring...Somina & Gaurav in Martha Stewart Destination Weddings and Honeymoons!

Somina and Gaurav celebrated their special day this past spring and it was a day of grand celebration. Colors and styles were vibrant and ultra modern, yet traditional elements were constant throughout the day. It was about the little details for this couple. 

 

This wedding is currently featured in the current issue of Martha Stewart Destination Weddings and Honeymoons

 

Congrats to this fabulous couple! Enjoy!

 

  

Arrival of the groom...

 

Arrival of the stunning bride...under strands of green orchids

  

 

Tall vases topped with bangles hold chains of hand woven yellow rose petals 
 

 

Guest enjoyed an aerial acrobat performance during dinner. 

 

Photography:  5ive15ifteen
Florals: Stemz 

Planner: Melissa Samborski