Cambridge's barebonephoto shares their alternative wedding & engagement photos

From fields of dreams to Halloween masquerades, Emma Smallbone of barebonephoto seems to attract couples with unique ideas. Lucky for them, Emma coins her photography as "the alternative to traditional photography". Click for more.

Latest reviews on wedding experts in the Cambridge

Affordable and all-inclusive, Beaverdale's ceremonies and receptions live up to GolfNorth standards

The GolfNorth name is a familiar one in Kitchener-Waterloo and the surrounding area, with highly rated golf courses, beautiful, picturesque grounds, and clubhouses worthy of elegant affairs – including weddings, which they've been creating for sixteen years. Beaverdale Golf Club in Cambridge is no exception to living up to the superior GolfNorth reputation, either, which may have something to do with Liz Hurrell the Wedding Coordinator & Hospitality Manager of the club. Liz is the one who's with brides and grooms from the first meeting, decorates the halls, schedules the day and, essentially, makes sure everything goes off without a hitch – something she says is a joy for her.

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Family owners bring dedication, expertise & quality to the forefront of the tuxedo market

In the past, The Ring has visited and called Collins Formal Wear countless times in an effort to do research for our brides and grooms. Every single time we approach Collins, we are greeted the same way each customer is greeted - warmly and with appreciation. Even with tons of weddings on the go, clients filling their rental locations, and lots on their plates, the three owners of Collins Formal Wear - Lynda, Brad and Curt Collins never fail to provide exceptional service to each of their clients, which likely has something to do with the fact that they believe "shopping for a tux is like shopping for a wedding gown. It's not a decision to be taken lightly." It's for this reason, and for their extensive selection of high quality, exclusive formal wear, that The Ring decided every groom (and his bride) should know what we know about Collins Formal Wear.

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Paris Grand offers a stunning property, on-site ceremonies and all-in-one location and packages

Imagine the ease of having your ceremony and reception in the same place, and being given the option of almost every detail of your wedding day already taken care of. With the all-inclusive package at The Paris Grand Country Club you can wed, take photos, eat, dance, and sleepover all in the same location near the picturesque Grand River in Paris, Ontario. And all of these aspects can be planned with help from experienced on-site Event Coordinator, Caitlyn Hunter, whose friendly and confident professionalism can add to making your day more memorable.

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Galt Country Club offers phenomenal beauty, class & service for weddings

When you pull up to the Galt Country Club's 100-year old private estate, you can see and feel the prestige and history that make up this members-only golf and country club. For a bride and groom, it's Galt's exclusive atmosphere and beauty - inside and out - that make it so easy to envision a wedding day hosted here. Galt offers a team of professionals, space to accommodate anywhere from 50 to 200 guests, three banquet rooms, full catering services, and the natural beauty of wall-to-wall windows and historical architecture.

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Intimate and unique venue is perfect for your small ceremony, reception and photos, year-round

How could a bride not fall in love with the idea of saying 'I do', surrounded by a world of butterflies, flowers, waterfalls, plants and greenery? Wings of Paradise lives up to their name by offering a year-round tropical paradise for your wedding day, right here in the community. Rain or shine, your custom-designed wedding day will come together from an impressive list of options that Wings of Paradise offers. Couples have been known to hold several or all of their wedding day events in this one romantic location - from ceremonies and receptions to their photo shoots in front of naturally exotic backdrops. And with all inclusive packages, we're not surprised that past brides had nothing but raves about Wings of Paradise.

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Galleries:Photographer gives a peak at her favourite pics

Photographers love every image they shoot - otherwise they probably wouldn't be in the business, right? But have you ever wondered which ones they personally love most? Click here.

Canada’s most gorgeous weddings are right here in Southwestern Ontario

Story by TheWeddingRing.ca
with reviewed experts in The Ring

The cities, villages, lakes and countryside of Southwestern Ontario are home to some of Canada’s most gorgeous events - especially weddings. Even with the growing popularity of destination weddings, for many couples, a home grown wedding is the only way to truly celebrate the beginning of a new life together. It’s where they grew up, fell in love and plan to settle down. View gorgeous Ontario weddings...

Gorgeous bridal gowns aren't hard to find if you're a Kitchener-Waterloo or Cambridge bride

It's no secret that the Kitchener-Waterloo and Cambridge area has some of Southwestern Ontario's finest and highest-reviewed bridal gown shops.

Brides from all over come to K-W/Cambridge specifically for the high-end designer lines, realistic prices, tons of sizing (so that every bride can not just browse but actually try on - imagine that...) the gowns they see. So if you're a bride on the hunt for a fabulous bridal gown or bridesmaids gown, thank your lucky stars you're in the Kitchener-Waterloo/Cambridge area.