I have had many brides ask me that question so what’s it all about?

This type of photography began a few years ago in the US where some brides actually did tear up their wedding dresses but we have evolved since then. Today it’s really about taking photographs of the bride in her dress at a location or in a situation that would not be possible or advisable on the day of the wedding. An example of this would be a location shoot of a bride at a beach rolling around in the sand and water great images for sure but really not possible on the wedding day.

This type of photography achieves better results the day after the wedding or after the honeymoon. But don’t leave it to long; you want to be able to fit in the dress. Trash the dress sessions are extremely fun and creative. When meeting with my clients regarding their Trash sessions we discuss the location, props, posing and time of day all these components are important to achieve exceptional results. Hey let’s not forget our grooms these sessions work well with grooms alone or with the bride the images that be created as a couple are fantastic.

So if you’re looking for something different and creative that will produce some great images seriously give it a thought it’s only a dress!!!!!

Always fulfilling their client’s expectations and leaving them breathless with creative imaging surprises.  What else would you want?  A professional photographer with 30 years of experience, Jean Chartrand is available for weddings in the Toronto-Ottawa-Montreal areas. To see samples of his work visit his website at www.digitalpixs.ca or email him at jeanchartrand@digitalpixs.ca or call 613-203-7334 today, and make the best choice for wedding photography.

Your wedding day is one you should look back upon with cherished memories, and we at Minto Suite Hotel would love to help make your special day one to truly remember. We’ll help you make it intimate, inspired, elegant and perfect!

We know there are so many details to attend to in planning your reception, and offer you a skilled Catering and Reception Manager who will be pleased to assist you with all your plans, from floral arrangements to music selections. Our Banquet Manager will be at your service on the big day from your arrival until the last song is played. It’s our privilege to make it easy for you and just as you’ve dreamed of.

For the pleasure of hosting your reception, we offer the bride and groom a complimentary Deluxe Suite with a bottle of Mousseux and of course, your function room will be compliments of Minto Suite Hotel.

This is your day, so we believe you should have it your way! Choose from our set dinner menus, or we’d be happy to create a custom menu to suit your unique tastes and special dietary needs.

Our 417 room, all-suite hotel offers the perfect accommodation for all of your guests. We’re happy to arrange group rates for your special guests and ensure they are treated to an inspiring, four-diamond experience during their stay.

We cordially invite you to call (613) 232-2200 ext. 4125 for a personal tour of our deluxe facilities and the opportunity to discuss your special plans, for your special day.

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1.  Place an announcement in the local newspaper.

2. Friends or family may throw you an engagement party.

3. Have a luncheon and invite your close friends, announce the news at that time.

4. A “banns” proclaimed (made in some religious places of worship in Canada and the United Kingdom).

5.  If you already have a date set, send out “Save the Date” cards.

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How to Announce Your Engagement

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A prenuptial agreement is a legal document that outlines which belongings including investments, business assets, or family inheritances (to name a few) go to whom if the marriage fails.  Basically saying if the marriage fails, what you owned before the marriage to returned to you.

Nobody likes to think of their marriage falling apart, but sometimes it does.  Having a prenuptial agreement in place may help you protect your personal possessions.  These agreements are more popular then you can imagine.  Perhaps its because couples are getting married later in life and with that in mind have more personal belongings and investments that they may want protected.  Some individuals are totally against prenups, others think of it as a safeguard to cover all possibilities.  What do you think?

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The Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest is a popular contest that always has me wanting to see the finalist’s creations every year.  I love to see what people can create with toilet paper – it’s A LOT!  When I had my bridal shower 10 years, we played a game, “create a toilet paper wedding gown”, but let me tell you it was nothing like these dresses.  I am always speechless when I see the final products.  All the finalists are talented, creative and really know how to work with toilet paper!

If you feel inspired to entry visit Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com today for all the contest details.

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Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest

They will be enjoying a one night’s stay in their choice of fantasy suite!

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What could possibly make your wedding in Ottawa more intimate than having a top-caliber musician playing your favorite tunes during the event? If you are planning for the perfect wedding experience, you can never go wrong with a guy like David Monch performing at your nuptials or simply playing in the background.

David Monch is a veteran musician who has been playing piano and organ for the past 20 years. He also has an extensive experience in assisting couples attain their dream wedding. With a proven track record in customer service, this performer from Ottawa surely has what it takes to harmonize your wedding into a beautiful affair.

David Monch is a versatile musician who has a wide-ranging repertoire in music. He is even capable of creating the perfect program for those couples who are unsure of their music theme. His services include, but are not limited to, performing and arranging for couples in engagement parties, rehearsals, wedding ceremonies and receptions.

Contact David Monch and let him make your wedding day a day to be remembered.

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I think I may have just found the best job in the world.  CNN reports, ” wanted: Luxury-loving couples available to globetrot for six months and get paid to test out the most romantic wedding and honeymoon destinations around the world.

It’s a hard offer to resist, but what’s being described as “The Ultimate Job” is just the latest in a series of recent dream positions to capture the public’s imagination and serve as a brilliant marketing tool for people and places.”

They have had a great response with more than 1,000 couples have already applied for the chance to be sent to resorts in Africa, Europe, Asia and the United States.

“The winners will be asked to blog about their experiences a few times a week “when they can get out of the hammock after sipping a glass of champagne,” Meleady said, and write for The Irish Times once a month.”

They will also be paid 20,000 euros (about $27,000). Hopefuls have until April 7 to apply for the “horrendous assignment” — as the company teasingly calls it — which starts mid-May.

You don’t have to be Irish to apply, but you do have to tout Ireland as part of the process.

Can you believe it?  Being able to travel around blogging about the most perfect places to honeymoon and get paid for it.  WOW, I think I just found my dream job…….

For more information visit www.edition.cnn.com today.

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Honeymoon Tester, the Best Job in the World!

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Become inspired with pastel colours, eggs and soft fabrics!

In this blog: Thank-you boxes, Easter eggs decoration, Favor vases, Lazare wedding gown.

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Easter Inspiration Board

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With spring in the air and all the birds chirping in the morning, I had to create an inspiration board for a bird theme.  Hope this inspires you……

In this blog: Bravobride.com, oncewed.com, weddingthings.com, stationary, birdcage cake, Green and white wedding cake , birdcage decoration ceremony, plumdrama.com, mygatsby.com, Etsy.com

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Inspiration Board: Birdcage