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Planning a wedding is a truly magical experience. We're offering our expertise to help make the planning process fun and stress-free for you from beginning to end. From theme inspo to setting priorities, we've covered it all in our articles.
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![5 Key Traits Every Bridesmaid Should Have](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/7253/3_2/960/jpg/ir1144-1_50_7253.jpeg)
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Ready to create your bride tribe? Here are all the key traits you should look for in your bridesmaids.
![8 Details Not to Share Before Your Wedding Day](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-real-wedding-o/8689/3_2/960/jpg/50_29868.jpeg)
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Keeping some key details about your wedding day under wraps is essential. Here’s everything you shouldn’t be sharing.
![How to Choose Your Wedding Colour Scheme](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/1189/3_2/960/jpg/dsc-7461_50_11189.jpeg)
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One of the first steps of planning your event is choosing a wedding colour scheme. Here are all the things to consider.
![5 Surprise Wedding Ideas That’ll Make Your Guests Feel Like Kids Again](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/2005/3_2/960/jpg/1429211309658-julianida-667.jpeg)
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You don't need to be a kid to enjoy fun and games. Here are a few surprise wedding ideas you should consider adding to your reception.
![Where to Elope in Canada](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/5284/3_2/960/jpg/darrenroberts8.jpeg)
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Want to pack your bags and sneak away to say your wedding vows? Here’s where to elope in the great white north.
![How to Involve Your Nearest and Dearest in Your Elopement](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor/3679/3_2/960/jpeg/image3_50_53679-158138377449580.jpeg)
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Planning on eloping instead of having a full-blown ceremony and wedding reception? Here are a few ways to involve your loved ones in your big day without inviting them.
![How to Tell Your Friends and Family You’ve Eloped](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/7595/3_2/960/jpg/rocky-mountain-bride-129_50_7595.jpeg)
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Did you and your partner tie the knot on the low low? Here’s how to let your nearest and dearest know about your elopement.
![5 DIY Wedding Projects You Should Avoid](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-real-wedding-o/8086/3_2/960/jpg/50_46808.jpeg)
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Want to flex your crafting muscles? While some DIY wedding details are fine to tackle, others should be avoided at all costs.
![6 Tips for Having an Unplugged Wedding](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-gallery-o/00000/3_2/960/jpg/articles-canada/2017-07-01/unplugged-t30-60289-resized.jpeg)
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Asking your friends to ditch their iPhones and androids for a day is a totally reasonable request. Here are some tips for throwing the ultimate unplugged wedding.
![Who to Bring To Your Wedding Vendor Meetings](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor/0957/3_2/960/jpg/emily-mike-3_50_40957.jpeg)
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Ready to start visiting a few wedding vendors for meet and greets? Here’s who you should bring along to each and every one.
![5 Things Nobody Told You About Your Wedding Day](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/5246/3_2/960/jpg/whisle-bear_50_15246.jpeg)
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People often reminisce about their trip to the altar and their first dance, but there are a few things your friends may have forgotten to mention.
![8 Reasons to Extend Your Engagement](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-real-wedding-o/4086/3_2/960/jpg/50_46804.jpeg)
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There’s no need to race to the altar, lengthening your engagement has plenty of perks. Here are just a few reasons to consider doing it.
![5 Major Wedding Guest List Don’ts](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/2086/3_2/960/jpg/wedding-place-cards-copy_50_12086.jpeg)
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It’s time to get schooled on what you shouldn’t do when making the wedding guest list for your celebration.
![5 Reasons You Should Take Advantage of Bridal Expos and Wedding Shows](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor-o/6887/3_2/960/jpg/diyweddingshow-2018-02-24-captureyournowphotography-0241_50_36887.jpeg)
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Thinking about attending a few wedding shows and expos? You totally should. Here are a few reasons why they’re awesome.
![16 Ways to Use the 2020 Pantone Colour of the Year at Your Wedding](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-vendor/1189/3_2/960/jpg/dsc-7082_50_11189.jpeg)
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Are you obsessed with Classic Blue, Pantone's 2020 Colour of the Year? If so, think about working some of these fashion and decor accents into your wedding.
![6 Things Grooms MUST Do the Day of Their Wedding](https://cdn0.weddingwire.ca/article-real-wedding-o/2242/3_2/960/jpg/50_22422.jpeg)
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From dressing the part to staying cool under pressure, here’s everything you need to do to get to the altar with as few speed bumps as possible.