Style Shoot: A Sultry Industrial Garden Romance

Pulled together by the team at June Bloom Events, this gorgeous garden shoot is first and foremost about the palpable chemistry between the couple. With The Jam Factory transformed into a garden of beauty and wonder, this shoot is blooming with details inspired by rustic elements and romance. Luckily, the talented lens of Olive Photography captured it all for us - prepare to be inspired!  The stunning stationery was designed by Viacalligraphy and the rings were designed by Erin Tracy Designs [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="31918,31920,31919"] [vendor_shortcuts]The shoot's natural colour palette focused on this year’s Pantone colour of the year, Greenery, which is evident throughout the beautiful florals by Quill & Oak. The organic colour scheme blended perfectly with the  fashionable design theme, which incorporated some of the latest trends, including the bride's handmade re-purposed vintage choker and an off-the-shoulder dress. The decor and styling featured classic looks with a modern take, including the thatched ivy framing the ceremony space and a classic chignon up-do on the bride that was slightly tousled. Divine Furniture Rentals provided the rustic white tables and chairs, while Country Lane Vintage Rentals supplied additional furniture and props. The stunning tablescapes, a mix of urban glam with organic elements, was created by Plate Occasions. The shoot is the epitome of timeless romance, thanks to the simplicity of bringing nature indoors, the romantic candlelight and, of course, the amazing chemistry between the bride and groom. [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="31937,31939,31938"]  

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Estates of Sunnybrook's 2017 Bridal Open House

This past Sunday, Toronto-area couples enjoyed the best of the Estates of Sunnybrook's hospitality with Pinterest-worthy inspiration at the McLean House, the Vaughan Estate, and the Coach House. With a plethora of Toronto's premier wedding vendors showcasing their incredible talents, we knew we were in for a treat! Each and every room was dressed to the nines with stunning decor, lush florals, and decadent sweets. With the help of some great live musicians and fantastic food, the entire day just felt so perfect - each room was a treat for the eyes, ears, and stomach! If you missed it, don't fret, we've got you covered! The super talented photographers at Mango Studios and Olive Photography were on hand to capture the beauty of this elegant Open House. First stop - The McLean House!

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McLean House

In the Bayview Room of the McLean House, guests were treated to stunning decor, designed by Simply Perfect (with the help of the team at MMD Inc.), and the enchanting music of Ambiance Flute & Guitar Duo. We loved the cozy atmosphere of this sun-drenched room, with big, beautiful windows and cozy fireplace. Thanks again to Anastasia at Olive Photography for capturing these stunning photos of the McLean House property! Back on the main level, Willow and Stems was our next stop, and we weren't disappointed! These charming ladies created lovely (and super cute) accessories featuring fresh flowers for all of the guests in attendance!  This is a must-have for your next event! Our friends at Brent Miller LIVE kept the crowd moving with lively performances of songs from all genres in their signature style. They even rallied up a little dance party at one point! To keep energy our levels up, our next stop was a scrumptious treat from the very talented bakers at the cocoa cakery. My personal favourite was the salted caramel cupcake with salted caramel buttercream. I may have had two... We were enchanted by the beautiful floral displays created by Berries and Blooms. We especially loved the long greenery and rose arrangement on the wooden table in the main room. Greenery is hugely in fashion now, and even features in Pantone's 2017 colour of the year.

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Vaughan Estate

Next, we headed over to the oh-so-classical Vaughan Estate. Naturally, the entire space was styled to perfection! A big thanks to Ayyyna at Mango Studios for providing fabulous photos of all the happenings in this gorgeous space! In the main reception space, Ken Delos Santos and Chantal Dube Harpist left guests speechless with their incredible performances. You may have caught a few live as we shared in our Live Instagram stories. If not, be sure to check us out on Insta! [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28589,28591,28590"] Lovely display for Sarah Bunnett-Gibson Wedding Officiant The Main Ballroom featured standout floral designs by Fete Floral & Events. We loved the on-trend use of greenery on the sweetheart table and backdrop, as well as the matching chandelier behind the head table. The main floor ballroom is the largest of the Estates of Sunnybrook's rooms. Charmingly appointed with Palladian windows, classic moldings and beautiful, rich hardwood flooring, it's impossible not to love this space! Here, guests were able to meet and chat with the venues' preferred vendors Mango Studios, Impact DJ, and Corina V. Photography. [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28518,28519,28517"] [gallery grids="Large-left" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28523,28521,28522"] Check out this gorgeous spread by Patricia's Cake Creations! For research purposes only, I stopped by for a yummy vanilla cupcake, and to admire the beautiful cake designs on display. Upstairs in the Academy of Medicine, hot off her appearance on Cityline, Rebecca Chan Weddings & Events created this lovely ceremony inspiration. A standout feature in this room were the large paper flower displays on the ceremony backdrop and along the aisle. The sweet hand-lettering signage by Ink and Jo was a great added touch to personalize the space even more. Large Flowers and XO table courtesy of Ettridges Decor [gallery grids="Large-left" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28534,28533,28532"] Bike Vignette Courtesy of Southern Charm Vintage Rentals [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28537,28536,28538"] Orsi and Alex at Wellington Music serenaded guests with soothing classics, helping excited newly engaged couples envision themselves walking down the aisle. In the Valleyanna Room, Phoebe Lo Events styled a classic and sweet ceremony set up with beautiful displays by Secrets Floral Collection and Cakelaine. We loved the details along the ceremony aisle, especially the hanging terrariums with individual floral heads! [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28545,28547,28546"] Guitar hero Dunstan Morey Guitarist completed the feel of the room with soothing, ambient music as guests mingled nearby. Continuing our tour to the lower level of the Vaughan Estates, the Courtyard Ballroom was styled to perfection by Fabulous Occasions and D&D Floral Designs. Guests also met with the good folks at Maximum Music, Kim Lovell Photography, Snapshot Photobooth, DJiZM Entertainment Group, Alisa Gayle Piano and Montage Music. The venue was filled to the brim with other industry titans as well: Krista Fox Photography, San Remo Florist, eyecontact photography and Kettle Creek Weddings. [gallery grids="Large-left" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28560,28558,28559"] [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28563,28565,28564"] The venue's in-house catering team served up delicious fan-favourites, like house-made mac & cheese with chorizo, a build-it-yourself tacos station complete with gourmet fix-ins, and a yam and potato station, complete with house-made savoury sauces! [gallery grids="Large-right" image_size="large" tiles="true" size="full" ids="28596,28594,28595"] A huge thank you to the vendors who helped make this fab open house a reality, and to the hard-working team at the Estates of Sunnybrook for proving once again why they are one of the premiere event venues in Toronto.  

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Toronto’s Top Cake Designers Share Their Favourite Wedding Cakes From 2016

Cutting the wedding cake is a classic tradition that happens at almost all wedding receptions. Over the years, cakes have evolved from functional desserts to artistic and decadent masterpieces! We reached out to some of Toronto's favourite Cake Designers and asked them to share their favourite wedding cake designs from this year with us. We only have one question - how can anyone possibly cut into these stunning pieces of art? Good thing they're as delicious as they are beautiful!

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Simply Frosted Cupcakery

"This elegant fondant stacked cake showcases our handmade flowers, gold brushed techniques, and the gold sequins. We love this cake because it is colourful and elegant -- a perfect display piece for any summer wedding! This beautiful design was developed and created by the owners of Simply Frosted, Enza and Vanessa Abate, and all the beautiful artwork was created and assembled by the talented fondant artist Demi Meneses!" Enza and Team, Simply Frosted

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Fabulous Cakes and Confections

"Our favourite cake from this year's wedding season is one of the most elegant designs we've created to date. This stunning cake hovered over the dance floor with style. It was gorgeous!" Fabrizio Lo Iacono, Fabulous Cakes and Confections

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The Sweetest Thing Cakes

"This couple wanted a a rich, jewel toned, artsy cake and sweet table. I designed the cake to match the architecture of the Gallery where the wedding was held, which was very rich in character and had a very unique stair case. Definitely a favourite from this year's wedding season!" Cristina Maciel, The Sweetest Thing Cakes

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Nadia and Co.

Photo Courtesy of Purple Tree Photography "Dreaming of French patisseries and English gardens, I had the opportunity of creating a dream cake of all my bride's favourite things. Pastries that were not only visual eye candy but delicious. The cake was designed with Toronto based artist Anna Church in mind, her sculptography inspired the placement of relief moulding, sugar flowers, and teatime fare. Soft pastels and accents of gold lent well to this chic and whimsical design. The flavour inside just as dreamy as the outside -- Lady Earl Grey infused cake paired with peach and honey cream!" Nadia Colella, Nadia and Co

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Cakes by Prairie Girl

Photos Courtesy of Christina Varro "This is one of our favourite designs from the 2015-16 wedding season. Called "Pastel Garden”, the cake is absolutely breathtaking without being at all showy. We love its very delicate ombre shading in pastels, set off by hand crafted sugar flowers in deep, rich jewel tones. This cake really demonstrates the skill and techniques of our cake design team." Ailish Usher, Prairie Girl Bakery

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Patricia's Cake Creations

Photo Courtesy of Mango Studios "This romantic, elegant cake spoke to the grandeur of this beautiful wedding incorporating the Bride's vision! Gold and blush pink was accented with green leaves. The custom shaped and hand-painted monogram took hours to create  -- we replicated the monogram used on their invitations! The design is hand painted in edible 24k gold lace which added a regal element. A perfect cake for a sweet couple!" Patricia Drewnowska, Patricia's Cake Creations

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Cake Luxe

Photos Courtesy of Mango Studios "We adored creating a cake for Zac & Gina’s fairy-tale wedding. For a couple who loved the idea of a naked cake, but who’s wedding was much too glam for such a simple cake, we combined the simplicity of a nearly naked cake with a glam marble design to create a cake as enchanting as their wedding day. We dressed this cake with stunning fresh florals, beautiful hand lettering, and silver leaf -- this was one wedding that we that we won’t soon forget." Natalie Skrinjar, Cake Luxe

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Sinfully Sweet Co.

Photo Courtesy of Divinemethod Photography "This wedding cake is one of my favourites from this wedding season. The couple had given me complete creative freedom to design something that was unique and elegant with a romantic flare. So I created a design that was intricate, yet well balanced with the rest of cake, all while keeping the allure of the delicate sugar flowers. The couple was over the moon with the design and taste!" Sonia Sivakumar, Sinfully Sweet Co.

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MollyCake

" We gave this classic three-tier wedding cake some edge with a black damask pattern. I think a sugar peony ties it all together. We loved creating this cake!" Christine McLaughlin, MollyCake

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SK Confectionery

Photo Courtesy of Zahara Parisa Photography "This beautiful cake incorporated some of my favourite detailing, from the intricate rosette ruffling, to the lush, handmade, sugar florals! I love incorporating gilded gold embellishments; paired with red and ivory, this is definitely a classic yet gorgeous colour combination!" Sahajbir Kaur, SK Confectionery

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Cakelaine

Photos Courtesy of Jessilynn Wong Photography "This tall wedding cake was created as part of a styled shoot collaboration inspired by Chinese tea ceremonies in a Western culture. I wanted to focus mainly on delicate tiny sugar flowers and painting to coincide with the delicacy of a Chinese tea ceremony. I created lots of movement with the koi fish and water, along with contrasting still life oyster shells." Caitlin Elaine, Cakelaine

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the cocoa cakery

"Angela and her sisters were so excited to design and plan the wedding cake. Classic and elegant, this cake stood 7 tiers tall with blush and pink sugar flowers, gold leaf tiers, quilting, and hand piped designs to match their invitation. Inside was layers of red velvet cake, fresh strawberry cake, and vanilla bean, with vanilla bean swiss meringue buttercream. Definitely one of our favourites from 2016!" Christina McKenzie, The Cocoa Cakery

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Sweet Regards

"I recently had the pleasure of designing cakes for my very own wedding. I knew I wanted to incorporate the essence of romance into my cakes. I used elements such as lace, greenery, and lush florals to add both softness and elegance to the cakes. My main cake stood well over 6ft tall and was composed of 9 layers of cake and 2 layers of handmade sugar florals and greenery. After designing hundreds of cakes for clients I was happy to finally have the opportunity to have my cake and eat it too!" Daniela De Nuzzo, Sweet Regards

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A Cake Story

"This cake was from a wedding at Cambium Farms in Caledon. I really love this cake because it went well with the venue's rustic -- but classy -- vibe!" Nicola, A Cake Story

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Fruitilicious Creations & Cakes

"This is definitely one of our favourite wedding cakes from 2016! We love how Porcia and Joseph incorporated their invitation logo into their wedding cake design in all white and gold." Sandra Danso-Boadi, Fruitilicious Creations & Cakes

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Find out what some of these cake designers whipped up in 2017!  

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Gold Rush Styled Shoot with Glamour Inspiration!

If you want a colour scheme that's all about glamour and sophistication, a metallic gold wedding with pops of white is always a good idea. The amazing Peppermint Weddings put together a gorgeous styled shoot full of glam and luxurious details, and thankfully for us it was photographed beautifully by Evaimage. Stunning stationery, like the ones featured below by Paperwenches, adds an instant touch of elegance. Crisp linens and gold flatware, respectively from Linen Closet and Chairman Mills, radiates royalty and prestige without breaking the bank. An art-deco-inspired wedding dress, like this one from Blu Ivory Bridal and Maggie Sottero, exudes both a modern glam feel and a timeless silhouette. The bride's gorgeous look is topped off with dazzling smokey eyes and a natural lip, thanks to Blushing Beauty Inc. Don't forget about dessert! A sensational three-tiered cake by Cakelaine like the one pictured is not only delicious, but a striking piece of artwork that is sure to impress guests. Adding a little golden sparkle to bowls of candy at the dessert table is a pristine touch. By incorporating touches of white and vintage pieces alongside a golden palette, your wedding is sure to maintain a mature and elegant look that is one belonging to the gods, or at least Gatsby.

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