tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902Mon, 25 Jan 2016 18:52:50 +0000weddingbeautifulcolourinspirationideadesignthemewedding ideawedding inspirationdecorfabuloustipsblushbridalcombinationeventsbudgetfavouritepinkplanTechnologybeautybridecentrepiecefashionflowerlovepartiespersonalizeplannerreceptionseasontraditionvenuevintagewedding receptionwedding venueHamiltonMomRoyal WeddingRoyal Wedding informationbouquetcameraceremonycostmarrypartyplanningspring weddingspringtimewedwedding ceremonyEasterFairytale weddingHamilton DecoratorLove it Find itRoyal Wedding websitesTrump Hotel Torontoblack and white weddingblack weddingblack white weddingblush weddingcashchampagnecolor combinationcolour combinationcoordinatordayeco-friendlyeconomyeggsetiquettefavoursflowershelpful linksjoymandarinmoneymonthoff whiteorangeplanning a dinner partyred and black weddingrock and roll weddingrock n roll weddingrose gold weddingrose weddingshopsuntipsMother's Dayturquoisewedding decoratorwedding fashionhttp://carolrame.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)Blogger207125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-654058494223494726Mon, 01 Sep 2014 14:39:00 +00002014-09-01T12:24:59.921-04:00 While I love a good vision board, I think Pinterest is a great tool for inspiring everything from fashion, housekeeping, traveling and planning a wedding.  In the past few years since the valuable social media tool has been out, I have seen many a wedding get turned upside down because of  ideas that have been “pinned” and not careful thought out before they are implemented (hence the famous http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2014/09/using-pinterest-to-plan-your-wedding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-8475290116925023986Thu, 14 Aug 2014 21:54:00 +00002014-08-14T17:54:44.487-04:00I was beyond thrilled on Monday when I received another invitation to guest appear on CH Morning Live Wedding Wednesdays to talk about my newest venture: BLUSH Bridal Accessory Bar! So I happily packed up some glamorous pieces with my little helper in tow and headed out the door for the 8:20am segment with Annette Hamm. My little one was really excited to meet with everyone and to see Mommy on http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2014/08/ch-morning-live-wedding-wednesdays-take.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-517778424629087566Thu, 10 Jul 2014 14:44:00 +00002014-07-10T10:45:26.238-04:00Hello everyone! Well I know it's been a while since my last post, however some exciting news has been brewing! On Saturday July 12th, I will open the doors to my new Bridal Accessory Bar BLUSH at 398 Martha Street! This is a very exciting venture for me, and one that is close to my heart. Life it seems has a funny way of coming around full circle. Just to give you a bit of background about http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2014/07/a-part-of-my-journey-blush-bridal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-8495166466818801611Tue, 27 May 2014 20:13:00 +00002014-05-27T16:13:52.861-04:00This past sunday it was an absolute pleasure to talk to some of my fellow ladies from the Wedding Planners Institute of Canada (which I have been an alumni member of since 2009). While our main topics included transitioning from your day job to your dream job, promoting your individual services and making yourself stand out, it of course is always a pleasure to hear the questions and insight http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2014/05/seminar-for-my-wpic-family.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-2057559128971668237Sat, 10 May 2014 01:22:00 +00002014-05-09T21:31:52.956-04:00I had such a great time on CH Morning Live 'Wedding Wednesdays' which aired May 7th 2014. Bob Cowan, Annette Hamm, and Jaclyn Colville were so great to work with and made me feel so welcome! It was definitely an experience I will cherish. Take a look at the video and behind the scenes! With Annette Hamm and Bob Cowan Waiting for the cameras to roll! Talkin' about trends. With Jaclyn http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2014/05/ch-morning-live-wedding-wednesday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-4246914471673028336Wed, 05 Mar 2014 00:19:00 +00002014-03-04T19:20:44.534-05:00 Date: Friday March 21 Time: 4-9pmWhere: Ancaster Fairgrounds   Bringing a luxury wedding show to our area, the Ancaster Wedding Show at NIGHT is a new concept in wedding events, providing brides a chance to experience a spectacular wedding-like event before their very own big day. A sit down gourmet meal in a decorated dinner lounge, luxurious Parade of Gowns fashion show, http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2014/03/ancaster-wedding-show.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-6173091518231099251Thu, 09 Jan 2014 16:54:00 +00002014-01-09T11:55:26.307-05:00Got a new ring and want to show off your bling?!?! Stop by and show us!! We want to see it!!Starting January 18th through to March 1st, we will be hosting Champagne Saturdays an Open House for engaged couples at our studio located at 398 Martha St. Downtown Burlington between 12pm-3pm.Come celebrate your engagement and find out more about our services and how we can help you with your day! xo NOhttp://carolrame.blogspot.com/2014/01/newly-engaged-stop-by-our-studio.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-8975175371954050245Sat, 20 Jul 2013 13:23:00 +00002013-07-20T09:23:46.398-04:00In the five years since I have been doing weddings, often I will run into someone who says to me "I wish I had hired a wedding planner when I got married!" This always makes me a little sad when they say this to me, because I know their day was not as perfect and stress free as it could have been. After asking them why they feel afterwards that they should have hired one, their answers always http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2013/07/what-do-most-brides-regret-after-their.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-2122776663185401047Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:06:00 +00002013-03-20T15:06:36.960-04:00<!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2013/03/museums-of-burlington-wedding-expo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-4728439726992059059Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:35:00 +00002013-03-19T14:35:05.098-04:00Well this month has certainly been a whirlwind to say the least! On March 1st I officially opened the doors to my new downtown Burlington location located at 398 Martha St. While the past two weeks have been spent welcoming family and friends and of course other fellow vendors to my new lovely space, I would like to cordially invite you to come by and have a peek as well! On top of opening myhttp://carolrame.blogspot.com/2013/03/now-open.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-3407688313715516498Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:59:00 +00002013-02-17T11:12:42.295-05:00 I am so very excited to announce that  not only is it the Grand Opening of my new office in Burlington's stylish downtown core next month, I am also looking at holding Wedding 2 WOW  workshops for couples looking to learn more on hiring vendors, and making a “wow” statement for their day! These will be held on a monthly basis for couples looking for valuable information to help them along thehttp://carolrame.blogspot.com/2013/02/wedding-2-wow-workshop-series.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-977822612096355356Mon, 28 Jan 2013 17:59:00 +00002013-01-31T09:54:55.962-05:00I am so pleased to announce my new ebook is available on iTunes! The Little Wedding Planner-Quick and easy tips for planning your day!  is a great tool to help you along your planning process. With 50 pages of gorgeous images and great content including tips and checklists to help you plan your best day! Order your copy today for only $5.99 CAD! Check it out here! https://itunes.apple.com/ushttp://carolrame.blogspot.com/2013/01/new-ebook-available.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-3518224756704242768Sun, 27 Jan 2013 15:54:00 +00002013-01-27T10:54:55.814-05:00While Pinterest seems to be the guilty pleasure of most couples-to-be these days, being a wedding planner and designer I have to confess it's one of mine too! While I do believe you can also develop "inspiration overload", lately I have been noticing some pretty cool trends in the Groom-to-be department! Check out these stylish looks from boutonnieres, patterned ties, coloured suits and shirts http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2013/01/groom-style.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-2366401010298191448Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:53:00 +00002013-01-17T09:53:08.143-05:00I am so thrilled and excited to announce that we will be opening up our new storefront office location in the stylish downtown core of Burlington March 1st! Our new location will be 398 Martha Street. As a result, our phone number will also be changing, but email is always available fro inquiries and bookings at info@carolrame.ca Please stay tuned for more lovely details on our new space, and http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2013/01/new-location.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-6514906328185680083Fri, 28 Dec 2012 02:46:00 +00002012-12-27T21:46:17.189-05:00I am really excited about our latest photo shoot to hit the press! Hamilton Halton Weddings Magazine wanted us to put together a "Nautical inspired" photo shoot for their upcoming 2013 issue. My goal for this shoot was to bring elegance and sophistication to this theme, all joking aside sometimes the word "Nautical" can trigger images of Barnacle Bill or Tugboat Timmy-niether of which I wanted tohttp://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/12/love-on-high-seas-featured-in-hamilton.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-3647871482261997316Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:42:00 +00002012-10-02T10:47:37.033-04:00Today I am really excited to have a good friend of mine, Lisa P. from Lisa P's Quick Fitness, share some of her amazing fitness strategies for getting in shape for the big day! Whether you are the bride, in the bridal party, or a guest who is breaking out that new dress for a pal's wedding, Lisa P's strategies work! Check it out! Following the Three “S’s” To Get Fit For Your Big Day As my http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/10/guest-blogger-lisa-ps-quick-fitness.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-7198738559386910994Thu, 13 Sep 2012 16:31:00 +00002012-09-13T12:31:31.083-04:00Boy do I love a freshen up! It feels soooo good! I am super excited to announce that the new branding has begun! Last week I unveiled the new logo-what do you think? Do you love it as much as we do? Check out the old VS the new! OLD: NEW: http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/09/a-fresh-new-logo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-5386393918371984569Tue, 04 Sep 2012 11:50:00 +00002012-09-04T07:50:00.438-04:00 I am absolutely in LOVE with these gorgeous pictures found on Pinterest! I am loving the coral and turquoise fun shades-perfect for a summer or destination wedding. Here are my top picks for this weeks "Pins' of the week! Everything about this is perfect! Some seriously gorgeous ruffles going on! A perfectly polished little favour! Glitter Vase{Perfect for a Bridal Shower or DIY http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/09/favourite-pins-of-week.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-39905150359706270Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:09:00 +00002012-09-03T11:09:35.683-04:00Hope you all had a fantastic long weekend! Can't believe we are heading into Fall already! This season had been a whirlwind of one, so my apologies for the lack of posts as of recently. Last weekend my decor division Debutante Decor, provided the lovely decor for a Bride who was on edge about the colours ivory and white 'going together'. They had the unfortunate circumstance of a family friend http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/09/dispelling-myth-ivory-and-white.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-5091598212481226186Tue, 21 Aug 2012 17:40:00 +00002012-08-21T17:56:56.188-04:00 For more inspiration for your day, our new YouTube channel has been created! You can find it here: http://www.youtube.com/user/CarolRameWeddings?feature=mhee http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/08/have-you-checked-us-out-on-youtube.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-65692118831428536Sun, 19 Aug 2012 14:30:00 +00002012-08-19T10:34:15.896-04:00Check out our latest Style File featured on Wedluxe.com! Dolce Amore This photo shoot was inspired by an 'Old World' and allure of a timeless era. We wanted to capture the charm of what you would find in a bistro style marketplace throughout the piece. Village Square (Burlington) was the perfect backdrop for this piece, it has the beautiful stone walkways, wrought iron gates, light http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/08/style-inspiration-dolce-amore.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-2795362697535872774Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:07:00 +00002012-08-10T09:10:35.790-04:00 Have you had a chance to check out the Ancaster Bridal Show? If not, you are in for a treat! The Ancaster Wedding show showcases some of the best vendors in the area, and there are plenty of treats for couples visiting! Today I am happy to have The Ancaster Wedding Show as my VENDOR VIP Guest today! Check it out! How long have you been in business? The Ancaster Wedding Show was created in http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/08/vendor-vip-ancaster-wedding-show.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-8429583762257742878Wed, 23 May 2012 14:25:00 +00002012-05-23T10:26:48.707-04:00bridebudgetcostideainspirationplanplanningTechnologythemetipsweddingwedding ideawedding inspirationWhile collecting and collaborating picture sites seem to be all the rage nowadays for all sorts of Brides-to-be, they can be a fantastic way for streaming your ideas, creating a vision board of what you want your day to look like and some great ideas to wow your guests with, there are some things that can be misleading about the pretty pics you find. I love it when a bride-to-be has lots of http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/05/inspired-vs-desired.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-5731278363970479277Mon, 07 May 2012 18:18:00 +00002012-05-07T14:18:36.848-04:00http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/05/exclusive-behind-scenes-video-of-our.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690974538882037902.post-4084356547967318074Fri, 04 May 2012 15:07:00 +00002012-05-04T11:16:36.990-04:00I love working with couples who love to take care of their guests. I also love finding new and inexpensive ways of adding little touches that not only personalize your day, but show your guests you care. Paying attention to the restroom of your venue, can certainly go a long way when it comes to pampering your guests. Whether it is an outdoor or an indoor event, hiring bathroom attendants is http://carolrame.blogspot.com/2012/05/pampering-your-guests.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Carol Rame)0