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Elegant wedding stationery suite laid out on rocks, including save the date, invitations, response card, and addresses, featuring floral accents and stylish calligraphy for a Winnipeg wedding.

Basic Invite high quality wedding day stationery

Basic Invitehigh quality wedding day stationeryIn the wedding industry I have the opportunity to work with some amazingly talented stationery designers and calligraphers. But I can admit going fully custom and having a full stationery suite designed just for you can be expensive. So I searched the internet and found Basic Invite, the perfect online shop for high quality, high…
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Assorted sewing and craft supplies including pins, bandages, rubber bands, and small tools organized in a plastic container for event decoration or DIY projects.

Emergency Kit What does your planner carry?

Emergency Kit What does your planner carry? At Melanie Parent Events we believe there are some wedding day essentials no bride (or wedding party) should be without on the big day. Although we sincerely hope you don’t have to use our Emergency Kit, we always have it handy. You just never know what might happen and being prepared with these…
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Elegant wedding reception decor with wooden ceiling beams, lush greenery, and floral centerpieces in a rustic yet sophisticated venue in Winnipeg.

How to choose your Winnipeg wedding venue

When we meet with Full Planning couples for the first time after their engagement, our first task is choosing a wedding day venue. But that is always easier said than done. There are many things to look for and consider when choosing your Winnipeg wedding venue. Today we’re going to cover a few key points to consider before you make…
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Vibrant wedding scene featuring a bride and four bridesmaids outdoors under lush green trees, all holding bouquets, in elegant pink dresses, celebrating a joyful moment.

Choosing your bridal party

photo by: Cameron Elizabeth Choosing your bridal party can be an easy decision for some and a daunting task for others. So we decided to put together a short post of things you should consider when choosing your bridal party.Intimate group vs. entourage:Do you want 2 people standing up with you or 10? When choosing your bridal party you need…
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Beautifully decorated grand banquet hall set for a wedding reception or special event in Winnipeg, featuring elegant lighting, tall ceilings, and stylish round tables with white linens.

Venue Coordinator vs. Wedding planner

Venue Coordinator vs.Wedding PlannerKiex FotoWhen planning your wedding it’s extremely important you understand the difference between a Venue Coordinator vs. Wedding Planner. As a planner I see clients misconstrue the role of the Venue Coordinator (also referred to as: Event Manger, or in house planner ) far too often.Although we complement each other very well, a Venue Coordinator and a…
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Why hire a wedding planner? part two

Why Hire a Wedding Planner:Part TwoPicture by Whitney Diane Photography Let me tell YOU a few reasons why it’s worth working with a professional!We have so much information to share with you we decided to make this into a two-part blog post! Honestly, a planner does so much pre-wedding and on the day it’s hard to fit into two blog…
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Elegant wedding decor setup with floral arrangements and gold accents on a white tablecloth. Perfect for wedding or event planning in Winnipeg by Melanie Parent Events.

Why hire a wedding planner? part one

Why Hire a Wedding Planner:Part OneAshley Nicole Design Let me tell you a few reasons why it’s worth working with a professional!Working with a planner is a must! There are so many detailed logistics we take on pre-wedding and on the day of! I could go on about why hire a wedding planner forever, but I’m just going to round…
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Elegant wedding RSVP and invitation cards with modern design and floral accents, perfect for a Winnipeg wedding or special event, displayed on a wooden surface.

What to include in a Wedding invitation

What to include in awedding invitation?Kiex FotoThis lovely invitation suite was created by Lady Owl Design Now that you have the venue and the date chosen, you must put together the invitations.To send a “Save the Date” or not… that is the question?Sending a Save the Date is a nice touch and a great way to utilize your engagement photos,…
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Elegant wedding dance of a bride in lace gown and groom in tuxedo at a decorated Winnipeg wedding venue, soft lighting, romantic atmosphere, wedding celebration.

Choosing your wedding music: how many songs will you need

Choosing your Wedding music: how many songs will you need?Cojo PhotographyWe see it far too often, couples who continuously put off making music choices. Some couples put it off because they feel it’s a quick “to do” and others because they don’t have a song and are struggling to make a decision. Whatever the case may be, we want to…
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Vibrant wedding invitation with tropical leaves and cacti design, floral accents, and elegant gold pen, perfect for a stylish wedding or event planning in Winnipeg.

You got engaged! Now What?

You got engaged! Now what?Part twoWoo Woop you got engaged…. Now what? Last week we posted 5 tips to get you moving in the right direction, so today we’re going to wrap it up with the final 5. We’re confident if you follow this list you will have a great stepping stone when moving into all the fine details that…
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