Big Orange Designs is a custom stationery company owned by two graphic designers who, in recent years, have become wedding service providers for some of the community's most creative brides. After tying the knot, Ted and Lisa Treleaven turned the focus of their graphics company over to a fresh and rewarding cause – making over weddings, one piece of stationery at a time.   Read more

Creating one of a kind fashion accessories, invitations, unity candles and photo books – each one handmade and customized – is just part of what Designed by Yours Truly offers to their brides and grooms. Laurie and Jennifer Hannoush - sisters-in-law first, business partners second and proud Owners of Designed by Yours Truly - also combine their eyes for style, design and creative flair for coordinating many of your day's details including candy buffets, favour boxes, bridal party style and all other details for your wedding day. Their key components are their unique and stylish birdcage veils and fascinators – both pre- or custom-made to suit your style and needs, as well as invitations. Jennifer and Laurie told staff at The Ring that they love everything unique and pride themselves on their quality craftsmanship at Yours Truly. Plus, if they don't have exactly what you're looking for, they're up for any challenge – even for services that are not listed on their site.  Read more

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.   Read more

It was in The Ring's chat forums that we first heard brides talk about Scribes' Nook as if it was some sort of do-it-yourself-invitations-goldmine right here in the heart of K-W. After more recommendations than any one company could fairly hope for, this little stationery haven seems to be winning out with brides over all of today's major craft and business supply stores. The Ring met with Jan Herzog, the owner of Scribes' Nook, and her daughter Jen, to find out why.  Read more

Little Details is a custom wedding invitation and stationery company designed specifically for couples who want to personalize their wedding day. Owned and operated by designer, Tracey Kestle, Little Details helps local brides and grooms distinguish their wedding day, adding a style that's all their own. "I love being able to design and create something unique for each bride and groom who come to see me - something they'll save for years to come." Let us explain...  Read more

The Wedding Shoppe is a London-based, online store run by Diana Nguyen and her husband, Yale Li. This refreshing, fun and contemporary online shop not only offers a very good excuse to shop in pyjamas, but also over 2000 products from a variety of suppliers, all of which encompass just about any wedding style, from sweet and simple to extravagant and off-the-wall. The general idea behind The Wedding Shoppe is to make life easier for brides on a mission for that one perfect gift, favour, invitations or accessory. By using a variety of suppliers, The Wedding Shoppes gives brides the freedom of getting creative without the hassles of buying online from unknown or large companies that can sometimes leave you to deal with the annoyance of cross-border shipping (and delays) and dealing with duty costs.  Read more