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Thoughts, Tips and Feature Weddings

What Goes Into A Good Horah?

The horah is our favourite part of any Jewish wedding. The horah is a passionate Israeli dance where guests energetically dance around the couple to klezmer music and this is also the part of the wedding where you’ll see the couple lifted on chairs, tossed on a sheet or balance on a table.

It is an amazing challenge for any photographer or videographer to capture this moment. Will you get sweaty? Yes. Is there a chance you might rip your dress or suit? Yes. Is it worth it? Absolutely!

So, given how integral the horah is to any Jewish celebration, how do you make it happen? Here are some tips to getting everybody at your wedding involved in this lively and brilliant tradition.

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EMCEE 101

As a wedding planner, it is my job to make EVERYONE look and feel their best on a wedding day, and emcees are no exception. Many people underestimate the importance of an emcee, but emcees have the power to hinder or enhance any event and require one on one attention just like all vendors.

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HOW THE BEST WEDDING AND EVENT PLANNERS ARE STAYING CREATIVELY INSPIRED

So, it’s been real. The Wedding and Events Industry has been hit by the COVID-19 pandemic and Event Planners are surely feeling it. But, with years of experience in this business of planning, designing, executing and maintaining relations with clients, Event Planners have shown to be resilient and proactive in responding to the ever-changing environment that we have found ourselves in.

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5 TIPS FOR COUPLES LOOKING TO GET IN SHAPE FOR THEIR BIG DAY

This month’s post features guest blogger Natalie Lopes, Wellness Coach with GFit Wellness. Now more than ever it is SO important to stay healthy and incorporate a balanced lifestyle as part of your daily routine. Get outside, participate in a virtual workout class, start a new book and video chat with at least one friend or family member per day. Take care of each other! {Click Title For Full Post}

Photo by @IzabelaRachwalWeddings Guest Post by @dynamicfitness204

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WEDDING EMERGENCY KIT MUST-HAVES

My couples always get a kick out of my massive emergency kit bag, and I am continually adding to it. Nothing says ‘prepared’ more than a suitcase filled with medical kits, apparel and beauty must-haves. Below, I assembled a handy check list of items (and corresponding categories) you should consider packing on your wedding day.

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THE MORNING OF YOUR WEDDING

Remember back in university when getting ready to go out was almost just as good as the night out itself? A lot of Brides and Grooms tell me that the morning of their wedding, sipping on mamosas with their nearest and dearest can be an unexpected highlight of the day. Here are some tips to keep the morning of your wedding as enjoyable as possible.

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SELECTING YOUR WEDDING PARTY

Statistically speaking, December through to January is the busiest time of the year for engagements so congratulations to everyone who recently got a shiny new piece of jewelry! Many couples in the early stages of planning prioritize their wedding date and budget followed closely by confirming their wedding party. This can cause a lot of anxiety and it might seem like a daunting task but keep the following tips in mind when thinking about who to include in your wedding day crew:

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THE IMPORTANCE OF EMERGENCY PLANNING

Last month I had the pleasure of planning a beautiful wedding for a couple in Toronto. Despite countless hours, meetings and preparation, something quite unexpected came up in the middle of their ceremony - the power went out! Disaster averted thanks to tons of candles, a quick thinking team and an incredible bride and groom who didn't let a bit of darkness affect their spirits in the slightest!

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