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Alice Prendergast

Alice Prendergast

Contributor

Alice Prendergast is a Toronto-based writer with an affinity for weddings and lifestyle. She has written articles for WeddingWire Canada about beauty, bouquets, bridal trends and more. She is also passionate about local content and loves to write about places to shop, things to do, and the best venues and eateries in Canadian regions, cities and neighbourhoods.

Experience

Alice has contributed to websites such as BrainStation, 2life, blogTO, Hitched UK, The Bash and Buzzfeed Canada.

Education

Alice graduated from Ryerson University in 2015 with a degree in Culture Studies.

Articles published by Alice Prendergast

6 Ways to Serve Pumpkin at Your Wedding
Food & Beverage
If you love autumnal eats, then adding a few pumpkin dishes to your wedding menu is an absolute must.
9 Iconic Canadian Dishes to Serve at Your Wedding
Food & Beverage
Canadians have created some pretty mouthwatering dishes. We suggest that you add a few to your wedding menu.
The Ultimate Canadian Wedding Playlist
Wedding Music
The Great White North has churned out a ton of musical talent, now’s the perfect time to take advantage. This is your ultimate Canadian wedding playlist.
27 Rainbow Wedding Theme Ideas We’re Totally Obsessed With
Wedding Decoration
Want to infuse your big day with red, yellow, blue and every colour in between? Here are a few rainbow wedding theme ideas we’re totally obsessed with.
Wedding Cake Tasting 101
Cake & Sweets
Before you head out to meet with any bakers there are a few things you should know. Here are the basics of wedding cake tasting.
6 Summer Bridal Makeup Products Every Bride Needs
Beauty Tips
Are you hosting your wedding in the warmer months? Well, there are a few summer bridal makeup products you'll want to add to your beauty bag.
Eco-Friendly Hacks for Your Wedding Table Decorations
Wedding Decoration
Looking for a few hacks to make your wedding table decorations a little greener? We’ve got you covered.
19 Muskoka Wedding Venues That’ll Make You Want to Get Married in Cottage Country
Places to Celebrate
Are you on the hunt for a cottage-y wedding venue in Muskoka or The Kawarthas? Here are a few of our favourite locations.
25 Awesome Spring Wedding Ideas
Trends & Tips
Want to match your wedding day to the season? Here are a few amazing spring wedding ideas brought to you by real Canadian brides and grooms.
How to Create a Wedding Budget
Budget
Are you stressed about your wedding budget? We’ve got a few tips that’ll help find the price point that’ll deliver you the wedding of your dreams without leaving you penniless.
25 Last Minute Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
Lifestyle
Instead of filling your home with giant stuffed animals and heart-shaped boxes of chocolate, why not make it a more memorable night with your fiancé(e) with one of these Valentine’s Day 2023 date ideas?
30 Love Songs to Add to Your Valentine’s Day Playlist
Lifestyle
Trying to create the perfect Valentine’s Day playlist? Here are a few of our favourite love songs to put on your music mix.
13 Winter Wedding Cakes We’re Absolutely Obsessed With
Cake & Sweets
Tying the knot in one of the colder months? If you want a dessert that matches the season, check out these winter wedding cakes for inspiration.
21 Awesome New Year’s Eve Wedding Ideas
Trends & Tips
Planning on hosting your wedding on the last day of the year? Here are a few New Year’s Eve-worthy ideas for you.
38 Awesome Christmas Wedding Ideas
Trends & Tips
Want to make your wedding a festive affair for the holidays? Here are a few holly jolly Christmas wedding ideas worth considering.
How to Survive Your First Holiday as a Married Couple
Lifestyle
Ready to celebrate your first holiday as a married couple? We’ve got a few helpful tips for you, newlyweds.
How to Buy an Engagement Ring
Fine Jewellery
Don’t know the first thing about shopping for engagement rings? We’ve got the lowdown on the four c’s, settings, metals and more to get you started.
5 Tips for Nailing Your Christmas Marriage Proposal
Marriage Proposals
Thinking of a Christmas marriage proposal? Here are the tips and tricks you need to absolutely nail your holiday engagement.
20 Moments When You Will Need Music at Your Wedding
Wedding Music
Your wedding day will be filled with joy, revelry, love and lots of music. Here are the moments you’ll need to plan playlists for (and a few suggestions of what to play).
20 Winter Wedding Invitation Ideas You’ll Fall in Love With
Invitations & Stationery
Hosting your wedding in one of the colder months? Here are some of our favourite winter wedding invitation ideas to help you sort out your stationery.
Honeymoon Registry 101
Wedding Registry
Before you say bon voyage to your friends and family say bonjour to the idea of a honeymoon fund.
25 Things You Shouldn’t Say In Your Wedding Speech
Speeches & Traditions
Finished penning your wedding speech? Take a quick read-through to make sure you didn’t add in any of these.
7 Thanksgiving-Inspired Appetizers for Your Wedding Menu
Food & Beverage
Who doesn’t love Thanksgiving food? Here are a few traditional dishes that have been transformed to fit your wedding cocktail hour.
10 Good Luck Charms for Your Wedding Day
Traditions
From the classic sixpence in your shoe to ring warming, there are plenty of ways to infuse your big day with a bit of good luck.
46 Awesome Fall Wedding Ideas
Trends & Tips
Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect fall centerpieces or want to make your desserts a bit more autumnal, we’ve got you covered.
Wedding Speeches: Who Gives Them?
Speeches & Traditions
Once everyone has made it into the reception, it’s time for speeches to begin. So, who exactly makes a toast? We’ve got the lowdown.
19 Rustic Wedding Cake Designs We’re Totally Obsessed With
Cake & Sweets
On the hunt for a gorgeous rustic wedding cake design? Here are a few of our favourite ideas at the moment.
How to Create the Perfect Wedding Invitations for Your Big Day
Invitations & Stationery
Don’t know where to start when it comes to your wedding invitations? We’ve made this crash course just for you.
12 Awesome Event Decor Rental Services in Vancouver
Wedding Decoration
On the hunt for an event decor rental service in Vancouver? Here are a few of our absolute favourites.
12 Edible Wedding Favour Ideas Your Guests Will Love
Favours
Edible wedding favours are the perfect thank-you gifts to give if your and your partner are total foodies. Here are a few of our faves.
The Ultimate Wedding Cocktail Music Playlist
Wedding Music
You don’t want to hear crickets chirping during your wedding cocktail hour. Here’s what songs to put on your playlist.
5 Watermelon Cocktails Worth Serving at Your Wedding
Food & Beverage
Make your bar menu more refreshing by adding a watermelon cocktail featuring everyone’s favourite summer fruit.
5 Canadian Desserts You Should Be Adding to Your Wedding Menu
Cake & Sweets
French macarons and Italian cannolis may be sweet, but why not add some Canadian desserts to your spread for a bit of homegrown flavour?
7 Ways to Make Your Dad Feel Special on Your Wedding Day
Trends & Tips
Your dad is probably one of the most important men in your life - here’s how to show him some love on your wedding day.
The 36 Best Father-Daughter Wedding Songs for a Memorable Dance
Wedding Music
Thank your dad for his lifelong love and support with a spin around the dance floor. Here are some of the best father-daughter wedding songs for the big event.
9 Stunning Wedding Hairstyles with Flowers
Bridal Hair
Amping up your wedding ’do is easy, all you’ve got to do is add a few blooms that match your bouquet. Here are a few of our favourite wedding hairstyles with flowers.
5 Tips for Designing Your Wedding Bar
Food & Beverage
Wedding bars don’t have to be boring! Here’s a few ways to make yours pack a punch and match your theme.
9 Ways to Make Your Wedding More Eco-Friendly
Trends & Tips
Looking for ideas to be kind to the environment on your big day? Here are a few ways to make your wedding more eco-friendly without sacrificing style.
6 Fun Frozen Desserts to Serve at Your Summer Wedding
Cake & Sweets
Can’t decide which dessert to serve at your summer wedding? Here are a few of our favourite frozen treats.
Open Bar vs. Cash Bar at Your Wedding
Food & Beverage
Can’t decide whether an open bar or cash bar belongs at your reception? Here are all the pros and cons to think about.
The 12 Best Harp Songs for Your Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Music
Dream of walking down the aisle to some dreamy harp music? Here are a few songs worth adding to your ceremony playlist.
12 Questions to Ask a Wedding DJ or Band
Wedding Music
Ready to add a wedding DJ or band to your vendor squad? Here are all the essential questions you’ll want answers to.
How to Make Your Wedding Bouquet More Meaningful
Wedding Flowers
Flowers can be so much more than a pretty accessory. Here’s how to make your wedding bouquet a touch more sentimental.
5 Ways to Add Flowers to Your Wedding Cake
Cake & Sweets
Want to make your wedding cake extra dreamy? Give it some flower power! There’s more than one way to do it.
27 Essential Engagement Photo Poses for Couples to Try
Photography & Video
Ready to shoot your engagement photos? Here are the poses you absolutely need to try during your session.
How to Choose a Wedding Makeup Artist
Beauty Tips
You don’t want to trust your wedding look with just anyone. Here are a few pointers to help you land the wedding makeup artist of your dreams.
Wedding Hair 101
Bridal Hair
Ready to start working on your wedding day hairstyle? Here’s everything you need to know before you dive in.
4 Things Your Wedding Ceremony Program Must Include
Invitations & Stationery
Wedding ceremony programs are the like the road maps of weddings and you don’t want to leave your guests without directions. Here’s everything you MUST include in your own.