The BRIDESMAIDS are coming soon...

Check it out ladies - The producers of "Knocked Up" have created another sure-to-be classic movie called "Bridesmaids" and it is coming to theatres next month. Personally, I just love that Kristen Wiig; she plays the role of the Maid of Honour (or dishonour) in this film, while Melissa McCarthy plays another bridesmaid...but a rather manly-looking one (She was so much cuter as Sookie on Gilmore Girls, wasn't she?!!!)

Anyways, grab your favourite girls and head to the theatres to check this one out next month. I can't wait to see how the parties, ceremony and reception are designed and decorated - I love the lack of budget in movie weddings...they're always so over-the-top and drool-worthy too!!! I guess we'll have to wait and see!

Check out a trailer for Bridesmaids here.

No. 92: Ghosts of Girlfriends Past

I remember seeing this movie in the theatre with my best friends on a spa weekend in Kingston - it was an impulse watch as we were leaving a restaurant and even snuck in our take-home cheesecakes to eat while watching!!! It turned out to be a pretty funny movie and offers a lot of inspiration in terms of style and decor.

The reception location of the wedding to take place is supposed to be Matthew McConaughey's deseased uncle's chateau. In actuality, it's called The Great House on Castle Hill and is found on The Crane Estate in Massachusetts. You can hold your wedding and reception there. Check it out here.


The wedding party spend the weekend at this estate as they prepare for the wedding and Matthew's character experiences a "Christmas Carol"-type visitation as he explores his behaviour towards women, the distruction he has caused and the woman he has lost (Jennifer Garner). As a result he sees her future wedding which I thought I'd share as it is so pretty - no other owrd to describe it...very girly and pretty! I like the simplicity of Jennifer's hair and the bouquets at the end of each pew lining the aisle. Everything looks so bright and sunny (the all-white church helps with this for sure!)



The "real" wedding takes place at the end of the film in the estate, and although it doesn't need much decor to make it grand, throughout the building they draped silk and exagerated flowing bouquets (think stair cases, fireplaces, centre pieces, doorways). For the reception, the classic gold chivari chairs were placed at round tables in neautral linens. Decor throughout was always in neutral shades, but very elegant and rich. A gorgeous wedding location doesn't need many add-ons, which is a bonus! The bridesmaids gowns are nice and flowy with very flattering twisted detail at the neckline. The deep red colour is perfect for winter or fall weddings.



One scene that will have you panicking and laughing is the classic cake-topple! What a gorgeous wedding cake - four tiers of neutral fondant, dotted with tiny flowers and draped with fondant ribbons. When Matthew's character knocks one of the pillars down with a flying cork, he attempts to balance it with one hand...emminent disaster! I loved Lacey Chabert's character's reaction - she looses it and actually calls Matthew a "bitch!!!" LOL!

All in all, a fun movie with inspiring ideas and lots of laughs!

No. 94: The Hangover

As you can see, the caliber of movies I watched over the holidays was quite high! The Hangover was also playing on tv and I just love the wedding location and scenes at the end. I wish I could find more pictures and will continue to search, but for now, we'll have to make due with these.

The wedding takes place at her parents gorgeous, grand estate. The bride wore an Amsale gown with black ribbon detail around the waist. I love the classic picture/scene of her at the window, waiting for her man...it really shows off the dress too! I do like the simple flower in her hair, but found the tight/clean ponytail a little too severe for her strong face. In my opinion, she just looked angry (although her character was a little upset waiting for her groom!!!) Her bridesmaids looked equally elegant in mirror opposite gowns (black with white ribbon at the waist) and the little flower girls looked like sweet mini-brides! I would have loved this as a six-year-old!

You know already how much I love outdoor weddings - this one was no exception. The soft glow of the globe paper lanterns in the trees and around the large dance floor pergola add a romantic flair. Of course, the wedding music (sung by The Dan Band - a comedy group) set the mood with their take on "The Candy Shop" at the end of the film!

If you haven't seen this one, rent it...and have a few drinks while you do!

Top 100: No. 99 Rachel Getting Married

Alright, so this movie was a little intense in terms of the incredible array of emotions and problems scattered throughout. It did, however, have it's beautiful and precious wedding moments as well.

Another lucky couple with parents who own gorgeous, huge property on which to host the event. The tent that they brought in was very true to their unique and quirky style. Check out the details - it makes me think of a renaissance fair or gypsy, palm-reading den! Even the types of music and dance move between styles and themes, yet seem to flow somehow too.

I love how the quirky decor flowed from the house (in which they got married) out to the garden and then towards the tent. Using round paper lanterns of different sizes and colours held this theme together beautifully. The blue elephant cake was a unique touch as well. And of course, if you're getting married in the library of the house, eating blue elephant cake and dancing with belly dancers, you will need little glass trinkets as placecard favours right?! I just love it - and I wonder why this movie's wedding stayed with me for so many years after seeing it?!!!

100 Best: No.100 Father of the Bride

I thought it best to start the list with the classic home wedding from Father of the Bride. In this 1990's film, Steve Martin helps his daughter carry off her dream wedding, no matter what the cost...and cost is quite evident!

When you own a home as classically beautiful as this, it would be difficult to want to hold a hall reception. Look to your close family and friends for this option, but do keep in mind that it is often more expensive to bring the hall to you, as you will need to rent every item individually (cutlery, tables, chairs, linens, a dance floor...) that would normally be included and readily available in a hall. I would suggest working with a professional planner if going this route to ensure nothing has been left out!

Although styles have and will continue to change (think hair and clothing), the tent reception is a classic and the "Chiavari" chairs continue to be a coveted and costly choice for upscale outdoor reception seating. Although the cascading vines and greenery would be a little much these days, the lighting and chandelier are an elegant touch.

The cake too remains quite classic today as a three tier round design. It has a small sampling of real flowers on top and some scattered around the base as well, but flows beautifully with her theme of flowers and vines and outdoor life.

It is amazing what can be done when money is no object for daddy's little girl...oh to dream!

100 Best Movie Weddings

Watching movies is a fabulous pastime...not only do you get a little escape from reality, but often you can take out some fashion ideas, find new music, plan fantasy vacations based on locations seen and so much more. So I thought: Why haven't I been focusing on bringing to you, regularly, the fantastic, and often over-the-top, weddings from movies? As I sit here, home sick with a terrible head-cold, I will attempt to come up with my own list of the 100 Best Movie Weddings, and bring you the still shots of those events. No matter what the size and cost, there is always something to be seen that can inspire a couple working with any budget. Since the year is coming to a close and there are only 24 hours in a day, I will allow myself until March to come up with a completed list - does this seem fair?

Please keep in mind, the order is not of particular importance (except for Number One, which is my absolute favourite!)

I love a good challenge! Stay tuned...