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Intimate Small Backyard Wedding

August 20, 2020August 19, 2020 by Rachel

Amidst a global pandemic, Ross and Suham decided to celebrate their love with their family in an intimate backyard wedding. Can we just all agree how pretty and special, small weddings are? Let me just tell you that this one was extra special for us to design because the groom is none other than my big brother. A short engagement called for a quick action plan and the planning began. Planning a wedding during the co-vid19 social regulations allowed us to get creative in how guests could participate safely and from afar. Many friends watched on line and a ‘drive through’ receiving line allowed the couple to safely engage with friends while receiving congratulations and best wishes. Of course talking flowers and decor was a high lite! Inspired by our mothers blue and white ‘Shelly’ bone china, we designed a pretty palette including, hues of blue, white and a pop of hydrangea green. With only family in attendance, we were able to include pieces of our mothers china in the place settings. Both Ross and I are suckers for sentiments so this was a win win! My talented sister Rosalyn made all the sweets and cakes, which made dessert extra special!
On top of that, my handsome hubby, officiated the nuptials so this was just all around about family coming together, to pull together and to celebrate the goodness of God. You see, our family suffered tragic loss when Ross’s first wife, my very special sister-in-law passed away unexpectedly. We miss her dearly, but are thankful for new beginnings, new friendships, and new love. Many of our vendor friends jumped in to help make this day extra special and we are so thankful. Congratulations to these love birds and welcome to the family Suham!

Special thanks to many industry friends who supported this event and made it extra special! photography – Mango Studios Catering – Elle Cuisine, furniture – Detailz, placesettings – Plate Occasions, stationery and graphics design –Paper and Poste, signage – Event Grafitti, cakes and sweet table – Kake Studio Bakery, flowers, design and decor – Rachel A. Clingen Wedding & Event Design, hair and make-up – Fancy Face

Beautiful Winter Wedding At The Symes

June 18, 2020June 12, 2020 by Rachel

Thought about an intimate winter wedding? Javier and Veronica’s gorgeous wedding at The Symes gives me all the warm and cozy feels. These two love birds crossed oceans to be together. Often separated by continents, their love stood the test of time and in front of close friends and family the two said ‘I do’. Javier and Veronica were the recipients of Toronto’s Luxury Wedding Giveaway! A large group of Toronto event vendors brought their talents together to gift an incredible wedding to the sweet couple.
Planned by Ashley Pigott Events, the day was flawless. Our design team was excited to transform the cool event venue The Symes into a winter floral wonderland with the most spectacular blossom lined aisle and stunning flower canopy. Thousands of hanging flowers made the most romantic dance floor an and I can’t even tell you how many white winter amaryllis were used! Guests dined under white blossom trees and surrounded by layers of candles. A full list of vendors can be found at the end of the post.

planning – Ashley Pigott Events, Venue – The Symes, Production and DJ – Sole Power, photography – 5ive 15ifteen, Catering – Toben, stationery – Paper & Poste draping – Eventure Inc. Vinyl Applications – Event Grafitti hair and make-up – Fancy Face, videographer – Corinne McDonald Films photo booth – Hot Shotz favours – La Luxe Candles hotel – St. Regis bridesmaids make-up – Miss Liv Make-up pre-wedding skin care – Irene Esthetics,

NBA Star Patrick Patterson Weds Beautiful Sarah At Casa Loma

May 7, 2020May 5, 2020 by Rachel

Ok basketball fans.. this one’s for you. NBA star Patrick Patterson, former Toronto Raptor, now an L.A. Clipper, tied the knot with his beautiful bride and swim suit designer, Sarah at Casa Loma. But it wasn’t about basketball on this special summer day.. these two lovebirds radiated love and it was inspiring to see the love and emotion shared during the ceremony. Our stunning couple confessed their love to each other in front of their friends and family in the conservatory at Toronto’s iconic castle. The flowers and decor captured Sarah’s vision for luxurious elegance. Our team created a stunning semi circle floating flower canopy that covered the couple’s vows. What could be more lovely than a garden cocktail party followed by a beautiful reception in a glass tent? Guests danced the night away surrounded by spiralling floral centrepieces and an abundance of candle light! R & B, Grammy winner Anthony Hamilton performed for the couple’s first dance and it was pure magic. The basketball star studded guest list included many of Patrick’s former team mates from The Toronto Raptors including Kyle Lowry, Delon Wright, Terrence Ross, and Norman Powell.