Photo: HRM Photography When the team at The Ring set out to create the Ultimate Wedding Tunes Database, we did so with the goal of creating the best first and last dance songs, wedding ceremony music, father-daughter and mother-son dance songs, bouquet and garter toss and wedding party dance songs lists ever (obviously) and also […]
Photo: Neso Basara Photography A Kiss to Build A Dream On – Louis Armstrong A Moment Like This – Kelly Clarkson A Thousand Years – Christina Perri A Whole New World – Aladdin Soundtrack After All – Peter Cetera & Cher After All is Said and Done – Beyonce & Marc Nelson, Best Man Soundtrack All […]
Photo: SPIRITS INTRIGUED PHOTOGRAPHY Processional/Recessional > Traditional & Traditional/Instrumental Air On The G String – Bach – Orchestral Suite No.3 Ave Maria Brandenburg Concerto No.3 – Bach Jesu – Joy of Man’s Desiring Hornpipe from Water Music – Handel Minuet in G – Bach Pachelbel’s Canon – Johann Pachelbel Processional Song – Sound of Music Spring […]
Photo: Alicia Riley Photography Ain’t Goin’ Down (‘Til the sun comes up) – Garth Brooks Angel of Mine – Monica Avalon – Bryan Ferry Colour of Love – Celine Dion Come Away With Me – Norah Jones Come What May – Nicole Kidman & Ewan McGreggor, Moulin Rouge Soundtrack Crazy Love – Van Morrison Don’t […]
Photo: HRM Photography Daughters – John Mayer “A” You’re Adorable (The Alphabet Song) – Perry Como Beautiful In my Eyes – Joshua Kadison Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison Butterfly Kisses – Bob Carlisle Butterfly Kisses – Raybon Brothers Child of Mine – Carole King Cinderella – Steven Curtis Chapman Daddy’s Hands – Holly Dunn […]
Photo: Kristen Borelli Photography Always On My Mind – Willie Nelson A Mother’s Song – T Carter A Song for Mama – Boyz II Men Baby Mine – Bette Midler, Beaches Soundtrack Beautiful In My Eyes – Joshua Kadison Because you Loved me – Celine Dion Child of Mine – Anne Murray Child Of Mine […]
Photo: Fetching Image Photography Note: The Bouquet and Garter Toss ‘ceremonies’ are the only time that being utterly cheesy is perfectly acceptable… Single Ladies – Beyonce Girls Just Wanna Have Fun – Cyndi Lauper Another One Bites the Dust – Queen Boys – Britney Spears Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend – Marilyn Monroe Dirty […]
Photo: LYN ISMAEL: EVOCATIVE IMAGERY OF LOVE STORIES Note: The Bouquet and Garter Toss ‘ceremonies’ are the only time that being utterly cheesy is perfectly acceptable… Foxy Lady – Jimi Hendrix Bad to the Bone – George Thorogood & The Destroyers lol, seriously? Can’t Get Enough of Your Love – Barry White Drop Dead Legs […]
Photo: HRM PHOTOGRAPHY Addicted To You – Shakira Ain’t Goin’ Down (‘Til the Sun Comes Up) – Garth Brooks Ain’t That A Kick In The Head – Dean Martin All Of Me [Tiësto Remix] – John Legend All My Love – The Beatles All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight – Hank Williams, Jr. […]
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 […]
PART ONE | For some brides, options are limited when it comes to choosing a reception space. Sometimes the local community centre or legion hall fits your size, budget or availability needs best, yet doesn’t tie in with the wedding desigin you’ve envisioning. In fact, even gorgeous halls can need a makeover in order to fit […]
Planning the perfect wedding takes more than just creativity, organization and true love. It requires plenty of savings, a generous family and/or a working couple with a realistic budget and the ability to save. According to Grouplend, in 2014, the average cost of a wedding in Canada was $31,685. Let’s put that number into perspective […]
If you’re searching for a little bridal ‘hairspiration’ – should you do an ‘up do’? Should you wear long curls? Extensions? Add colour? Or maybe twist in some braids?!! So many choices… Ku’r Salon and Spa shared some of their favourite bridal hair looks to help get your started. The team of stylists and aestheticians at Ku’r […]
The Ring’s Gown Gallery is one of brides’ all time favourite features. This one features some of our favourite gowns found at Sew Stylish Wedding Works out of Ingersoll, Ontario. Sew Stylish carries bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, flower girl dresses, mother of the bride/groom gowns, prom dresses, as well as all the necessities. The featured […]
Photo: HRM Photography | Not everyone is comfortable kissing in front of a large group of people. But whether you’re a fan of these games or not, your guests will expect to see the new couple share a few kisses during your meal, so why not have some fun with it? Imagine your groomsmen all […]
Amanda and Brad Ausrotas tied the knot in a Harry Potter themed wedding, complete with magic wand and castle-like setting. “My husband and I both grew up with Harry Potter, and it’s a really important part of who we are. We also met through a Harry Potter fan website, and it was the biggest thing […]
Photo above: Anne Edgar Photography A breathtaking wedding area and head table backdrop can become a focal point for your wedding or event reception. We chose some of our favourite backdrops created by Ainsley, of Fresh Look Design Event & Wedding Specialist (FLD) who specialized in creating incredible weddings through detailed design. In addition to a draped […]
DOWNLOADABLE SAMPLE SHOTS LIST | There’s likely thousands of photos that could be shot throughout your wedding day. But which ones are truly important to you? This is a question you will be going over with your chosen photographer (hopefully!). The pro photographers at Kitchener-Waterloo-based Latte Productions Photography are nice enough to share one of […]
Ultimate Wedding Songs Database – First Dance, Wedding Processional & Reception Entrance Song Ideas From The Beatles and The Piano Guys to Lennon & Maisey, Eric Clapton and Dustin Lynch, this list is filled with some of the best possible song ideas (and their corresponding music videos) of today and all time that you could […]
Choosing the Wedding Vendors Who Will Work With Your Specific Style, Personality & Budget Photo above: Lyn Ismael ONLY IN THE RING | When you’re researching and hiring the wedding experts that will make or break your wedding, it can be overwhelming – especially when you know what you love and have a good idea of what […]
Pick up a copy in Ontario Chapters stores, buy online or read online right here! The Wedding Ring Magazine ONTARIO Spring/Summer 2017 is on Chapters’ shelves (as of January 2017). It is the exclusive magazine distributed through The Ring’s own network of Wedding Expo events and favourite community shows. And of course, you can find it […]
Written by Michelle Tham, Certified Cicerone® | Photo, above: Photo by: The Melideos One of the best parts of a wedding — at least according this guest — is, of course, the bar. From signature cocktails to specialty wines, more and more couples are creating bar menus that showcase their personalities. Considering there are over 100 […]
An expert tip by Brentwood Livery (www.brentwoodlivery.ca) | Photo above: Gary Evans Photography Celebrating the soon to be married is an ancient tradition. Dinner and toasts to the groom-to-be date back to the days of the Spartans and bridal showers and teas have been around for centuries. Modern Bachelor or Bachelorette festivities, however, offer an […]
Location Reviews | Everything you need about Ontario wedding venues – from Lake Huron to Toronto and Brantford to Barrie Prices, packages, interviews with past clients, photos of spaces, capacity, catering & bar options, menu options, and more…
June 2018 | After years worth of requests by brides and exhibitors & after endless planning to make it happen… we’re over the moon to announce The Ring’s Hamilton Wedding Expo is officially on the calendar!! ♥ The team is sooooo excited to announce The Ring’s Hamilton Wedding Expo will take place at Carmen’s Banquet Centre on […]
Ontario’s favourite weddings begin here! 20+ pages of design palettes & real weddings, wedding venues, bridal show calendar, favourite things, gowns and more Get local ♥ Plan fabulous! Cover (full story, p26) PHOTOGRAPHY: JF Hannigan Photography (jfhanniganphoto.com), Niagara, ON LOCATION: Hernder Estate Winery (hernder.com), St. Catherines, ON If you’re having trouble viewing the magazine above, click here!
When planning any event, it is important to say ‘OMG Thank you!!’ to the people who made it special – especially the bridal party. Opt to have a little fun when it comes to giving gifts to your girls. They’ll love receiving these custom items, made just for them… MORE ABOUT WEDSY.CA | Wedsy.ca (wedsy.ca) […]
Wedding Worthy Venues (reception halls, banquet spaces, golf courses) is a special feature of The Wedding Ring Magazine that’s designed to give you an at-a-glance look at some of the amazing wedding locations found in South Western Ontario Best Western Arden Park Hotel Milton Banquet & Conference Centre Best Western Brantford Hotel Oakview Terrace Reception Centre Best […]
Family-run Julia Weddings offers full event décor, lighting services and floral design for some of Kitchener-Waterloo’s most incredible weddings and events For decor packages, options, specialties, prices, interviews with the Julia Weddings team and their past clients, click here (full review).
Wedding Worthy Venues (reception halls, banquet spaces, golf courses) is a special feature of The Wedding Ring Magazine that’s designed to give you an at-a-glance look at some of the amazing wedding locations found in South Western Ontario Best Western Arden Park Hotel Milton Banquet & Conference Centre Best Western Brantford Quality Inn Orillia & Conference […]
