We know how overwhelming it can be, searching for the perfect vendors for your wedding day. So, when we met Olivia Anderson, Owner of Allegro Productions, we knew brides in The Ring would love her style, philosophy and cool options for a stand-out wedding day.Whether you're looking for a live violinist for your ceremony...

It’s an ingenious concept; a full-service event company that provides all your wedding needs under one roof. The Event Firm’s goal is to make the task of organizing your wedding a snap, using their wedding savvy to design a stunning celebration just for you.It’s an ingenious concept; a full-service event company that provides all your wedding needs under one roof. The Event Firm’s goal is to make the task of organizing your wedding a snap, using their wedding savvy to design a stunning celebration just for you.....

THEMUSEUM, a beautiful venue with distinctive architecture and eclectic, contemporary elegance, is the new kid on the wedding scene. Its powerfully transformative space is turning the heads of creative couples and inspiring exciting, unforgettable events. Through word of mouth it is quickly gaining momentum as both a ceremony and wedding facility, and has the potential to become a go-to for brides on the hunt for something completely different......

With the recent royal wedding at Westminster Abbey, the trend of having a wedding ceremony in a traditional church setting is experiencing a revitalization. And while couples sometimes shy away from a church wedding, believing that it will be too moralizing or old-fashioned, a ceremony at the Church of the Good Shepherd is anything but. As Coleen, Steve, and Alison from Good Shepherd tell us, they’re open to pretty much any couple, regardless of your beliefs.....

It's easy to get lost in all of the hype of your big day and it's especially easy to lose sight of the long-term: your financial well-being. That's why, when we met with the experts at Libro Financial Group, we knew we had to share their services with couples in The Ring. We love that amidst all of the wedding chaos, they are there to help ensure that your finances stay on track......

Kalee McTaggart and Wendy Widdicombe, the mother and daughter team from Frilly Bits, create custom hair pieces for brides who want a look that’s entirely their own. Using materials like vintage netting from France and genuine Swarovski crystals, Frilly Bits aims to...

When staff at The Ring began to research a photography company that specializes in boudoir sessions, we assumed it might be tricky finding past clients willing to share their flirty photos and posing details with thousands of online readers. Not only were we were wrong, we were overwhelmed with the feedback of so many women who were happy to flaunt what they’ve got and step up to sing their own praises of the Fabulous Feminine Photography Team (aka FabFem). At the FabFem (a division of nbphotos), boudoir photo shoots are sexy, fun and freeing. It’s about two women teaming up to inspire you to feel free to just be yourself in a judgement free environment. Offering you support and inspiration during your appointment, while respecting your personal boundaries and comfort zones. FabFem shoots are filled with the confidence-boosting attention and encouragement from Make-up Artist & Wardrobe Stylist Crystal Cox...

After a lifetime of sewing (a trade that she admits runs in her genes) and over thirty years in the wedding industry, Eva Petrov is bringing high end bridal gown lines from Paris, UK and Milan to the doorsteps of London and Southwestern Ontario brides. At Petrov you can find that ‘wow’ gown and the couture style gloves or stole to go with it. Garters, jackets, veils, jewellery, flower girl baskets, ring pillows and more, are all either purchased or personally created by Eva for the Petrov Bridal inventory. The idea is to offer an impeccable level of both service and high fashion to brides who want to look stunning on their wedding day. We sat down with Eva to find out more about what she has in store for her brides. Here’s what we found…

If you're looking for a photographer who’s adaptable, who’s not afraid to stand in the rain or lay on the wet ground to get the shot, and who plays on the light around you to capture images he knows you’ll cherish forever, James Woo of Clickr Photography should be on your must-see list this year.With packages that start at a minimum of six hours of coverage and go on to include high res files on DVD, fine art albums, unlimited photos, unlimited locations, same-day slideshows at your reception, online galleries and countless other options, there’s a lot to love about Clickr. But it’s a fresh and clean style without over processing that James says truly sets him apart. He goes for beauty and finds drama in light (or lack thereof).

Paula Churchill and her fiancé are the first to admit that they weren’t looking forward to their engagement photo shoot. Both being a bit camera shy, they couldn’t imagine anything more awkward than sitting for hours, posing for pictures. But at the same time, they didn’t want to regret not having these precious moments of their engagement captured on film. So, they mustered up some enthusiasm and headed out to meet their photographer......

JJJ Video Productions Inc., owned by John Cash, offers several things that local brides and grooms want from their videography: budget-friendly pricing, flexible options, a great reputation and a videographer whose level of experience means that he's very difficult to surprise. As of 2010, JJJ Video has been capturing wedding day memories on camera for over twenty-seven years. And while he may have seen the evolution of Beta to S-VHS and S-VHS to digital and now to HD, the things that matter to John have stayed the same - videos that capture the people, the relationships, and the events of the day are still the biggest priorities for most couples, and for JJJ.

Knowing that planning a wedding can be hectic and stressful, James Fields, Owner of Vintner's Cellar Waterloo, set out to make at least one part of it easy and fun. With a huge selection of high quality wines and a relentless pursuit of perfection, Vintner's Cellar runs on the motto, “30 minutes of your time makes 30 bottles of fine wine.” They can help you select wine based on both your budget and your food – complementing both and cutting your bar bill in half. In an attempt to provide personalized service for each of their customers, Vintner's Cellar can provide homemade wine for your bachelor/bachelorettes, reception and guest favours with customized labels. They can also host fun and interactive private bottling parties for you and your wedding party.

With over ten years of experience in the wedding industry, first as a photographer, then a recent bride, and now the Owner of her shoe and accessories store, Simona Gagliostro of Urban Bride, seems to know what local brides are looking for and what they expect in service when they go out looking for it. Urban Bride is conveniently located in downtown Galt (Cambridge) and is your one-stop shop for your bridal shoes ( including custom design/color shoes), accessories, custom flower girl dresses and more. You get the vast selection of shopping online with the comfort of dealing with a friendly and professional person face to face. Setting this shop apart from larger gown franchises, Urban Bride supports local designers by carrying their lines in her busy shop and using local talent (as well as imported, exclusive, and one-of-a-kind designers) to customize items for her brides – whether it’s adding bows and feathers to accessories or creating unique shoe clips.The Ring met with Simona at her cool, cozy storefront and found that she had a ton of great samples for brides to browse through. And what we couldn’t find in stock, there was a catalogue we could order from or a fun way to customize what was on the shelf. Combining her love of fashion and photography, Simona offers items to cover many brides' wedding needs in one destination, from classic to trendy – whatever an urban bride needs. And that's why we knew that Urban Bride was destined to be famous among local brides looking for just that - and we were right. Let us tell you more…

Erika Snyder, a Make-up Artist based out of Elmira, was first recommended to us by several community wedding vendors who’d seen her work or had brides who swore by her services. But it was when we really got the chance to put Erika to the test (making over The Wedding Ring Magazine’s Spring/Summer 2010 and Fall/Winter 2010 cover brides!) that we knew this girl was destined to be famous.

Paul Cummings, the Head Chef and Owner of Indulge Natural and Organic Kitchen, is putting inspiration and the local farming community back into the art of planning a wedding menu. He uses a bistro-style cooking approach and ingredients that are local, seasonal and chemical-free wherever possible to put a new twist on traditional dishes.Whether he’s serving from his Kitchener Farmer’s Market location, catering peanut butter panna cotta with caramel and a raspberry coulis (his take on his clients’ all-time favourite food - PB&Js) to 300 wedding guests, or teaching clients how to cook something new in their own homes, this Stratford Chefs School grad seems to look at cooking with a fresh perspective – and it’s obvious he’s having fun while he’s at it.

Nithridge Estate, owned by Terry and Marlene Schmidt, was already naturally beautiful on its own. But when you add in its renaissance ambiance, an amphitheatre for outdoor ceremonies, beautifully landscaped gardens and a horse drawn carriage, we knew that if this location wasn’t already booked solid, it would be shortly.Just twenty....

There are no shortage of people who have excellent things to say about Brentwood Livery. We'd heard from both brides and other experts in town that Brentwood was a call we needed to make. When we finally met Brent and Marilyn Ferguson, we could tell that everything about them and their dedication to their business, was genuine. With Brentwood Livery, you get the distinct feeling of being taken care of and they truly care about you, your guests and your wedding day....

The Leith Quartet has been playing right into the hearts of local brides for the past ten years. The four musicians use their expertise and rich string quartet sounds to set the stage for wedding ceremonies and receptions in the community. This tightly knit, well rehearsed and obviously talented quartet has their own way with weddings, and it looks like brides can hear the difference. Staff at The Ring sat down with Violinist and Quartet Representative, Bruce Skelton to find out more...

It must take an extraordinary person to perform thousands of weddings without losing emotional involvement or intensity over time. But Don Perron of Pastoral Services of Guelph, has never lost his love for weddings, nor his power to perform them. Don has performed ceremonies all over Southwestern Ontario, from The Medieval Times Dinner & Theatre and reality weddings on the Slice Network to just about every local ceremony/reception site.

Ku'r Salon and Spa's goal is to make sure you're feeling and looking fabulous on the morning of your wedding day. This Doon South Drive spa is a one-stop shop for all of your beauty needs from head to toe. Taline Danaoghlian and Katrina Byrne, Owners of Ku'r, and their team of expert stylists and aestheticians work from the inside out, relaxing you with massages and facials and making you look gorgeous with manis, pedis, make-up and hair design. This is where a bride goes to get what she wants on her day. They offer bridal discounts, trials and customized packages, all designed to suit the needs of each bride and her wedding party.

Sonia Ryan, owner of Sonia Ryan & Co., is well-known (and well-loved) by brides and wedding experts alike. Depending on the day, she can be found speaking at women’s conferences, learning trade secrets in Hollywood, hosting make-up workshops in K-W, and training newer make-up artists on the ins and outs of wedding day beauty. Not only that, she recently styled the fabulous cover (concept, fashion and make-up) for The Wedding Ring Magazine's Spring/Summer 2011 issue. Offering everything from image consulting to personalized on-site wedding day make-up for bridal parties, Sonia is taking your look to your location. She’s fun, inspiring, outgoing, talented, and most importantly, tends to be a favourite with brides who want to rock their photos on their wedding days. Let us explain...

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.

The first time that we visited the Now & Always showroom, Cindy Hefferan had dozens of candles and lanterns lit, all of her twinkle lights were sparkling throughout the room, and her portfolio was arranged to showcase a large collection of events she's decorates. Cindy does this for every client because it introduces them to the Now & Always style of decorating. It also hints at what's to come for the bride and groom, should they hire Cindy to create a mood for their reception. What all of this really says to us, though, is that Cindy cares about presentation and details.

Both passionate about décor, Owners of Julia Weddings, Stella Erotokritou and Sophia Georgiou, have an enthusiasm that's contagious and a personable attitude that makes them easy to work with. And with a focus on making sure that each client is happy, we're not surprised that Julia Weddings came so highly recommended in the K-W and surrounding area.

When John Cormier and his new bride Alisha walked down the aisle after saying “I Do” in front of family and friends on July 9th, 2011, there was one smiling face they were especially glad to see. It was Paul, one of their photographers, walking backwards just ahead of them, ready to capture that special first walk together as man and wife. Not far away snapping candid's of happy guests watching the couple exit the ceremony was Anita, the other half of Images With Attitude Photography.....

Ralph Heinze and Ange de la Chevrotiere of One Great Day Photography say they don’t take photographs; they create them. Their images tell a story – your story - as it happens naturally throughout your wedding day. It’s photography that’s inspired by environment, available light, emotions, the naturally occurring chaos of people and life, and the core philosophy of the WPJA (Wedding Photojournalist Association) – “keep it real, tell a story and let people be themselves.” As a result, both Ralph and Ange are winners of the highly competitive international WPJA competitions and deserve to be at the top of any bride’s must-see list.

It’s been fifteen years since Tina Weltz started out as a wedding photographer for Calla Studio in Elmira. She’s been lead photographer for the past ten years and we can see why. She can capture ‘the shot’. That shot that just sums up a couple and their relationship. The shot that people immediately point to....

Since 1984, Hessenland has managed to bring history, countryside and elegance together with a multitude of ceremony and reception spaces. They offer overnight accommodations, inside and outside reception spaces, two pavilions, two gazebos and a lookout tower, just to start.

There likely isn't a bride or wedding vendor in town that would challenge the reputation of the Walper Hotel, or the elegance of a wedding that takes place within it. To most in the community, the Walper Hotel is both a Kitchener landmark and the epitome of elegance, class, and local history. Within its doors, you'll find six banquet room options, seventy-nine guest rooms, an on-site restaurant, a historical pub, and one hundred and fifteen years of experience in catering to royalty, celebrities, government - and of course many, many brides.....