Part 3: WINTER Couples that love snuggling up inside while a picturesque snowfall paints a wonderland around them are likely to have a winter wedding. Being that winter is considered the off season, you’ll spend less on venues and services as many vendors are inclined to discount. You can also look forward to a high RSVP acceptance since summer vacations and conflicting weddings are rarely a concern. If the coldest season is your favourite, consider these trends. Hues: For ma

Part 2: AUTUMN If the annual kaleidoscope of changing leaves is irresistible to you, Autumn it is. This season is the poster child for all things rustic, warm and romantic, starting with the Rita Reys version of the jazz classic “Autumn Leaves”. Hues: If you opt for seasonal color schemes, your guests will find themselves basking in harvest-inspired hues including, copper, tan, cranberry, bordeaux, aubergine, navy and gold. Décor: Incorporate decorations that celebrate the n

There are countless decisions to be made in planning your big day, the date is certainly one of the first and most personal. Many couples choose an anniversary, honouring a relationship milestone and ensuring it’s a date they’ll both remember. Fortunately, there are stylistic options suitable for any date you choose, but, if you’ve envisioned hosting a ceremony at a particular time of year, we’ve got a few suggestions for enjoying the characteristics of the season you love mo

PHOTO: DAVID BASTIANONI Many couples find themselves overwhelmed by wedding details. High on that list is who to invite, and more importantly, can you afford to invite them? If your growing guest list is filled with obligatory gestures, you might want to rethink your approach. Fortunately, having a destination wedding does most of the weeding out for you since accepting such an invitation comes with a considerable expense to attendees, especially if they have children, and so

Villa d’Este is best described as a fairytale setting, the fairytale taking place in the palatial playground of kings and queens. From the richly draped grandeur of the Sala Colonne to the opulently detailed and golden Napoleon Room, each event space is more stunning than the last. At Villa d’Esta even passageways and staircases are exquisitely finished, every detail taken into account. Soaring ceilings and massive chandeliers accent the expansive spaces inside the hotel. Thi