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Mixing a little bit of country with a little bit of boho … what a dream 💭
05/09/2024

Mixing a little bit of country with a little bit of boho … what a dream 💭

This is your sign to do a champagne pop at some point in the night ♥️
04/28/2024

This is your sign to do a champagne pop at some point in the night ♥️

This past weekend we celebrated my littlest one’s 1st bday and she absolutely loved being the centre of attention. Just ...
04/03/2024

This past weekend we celebrated my littlest one’s 1st bday and she absolutely loved being the centre of attention.
Just look at that smile.

💍 Happy International Proposal Day! ❣️ Fun fact: National Proposal Day Falls on the Vernal and Autumnal Equinoxes. Natio...
03/20/2024

💍 Happy International Proposal Day!

❣️ Fun fact: National Proposal Day Falls on the Vernal and Autumnal Equinoxes. National Proposal Day is celebrated twice in a year, every March 20th (on the Vernal Equinox) and September 22nd (on the Autumnal Equinox) symbolizing the equal balance of day and night, reflecting the balance of power in a loving relationship.

❣️If you are planning on getting engaged and don’t know where to start; reach out and I would be more than happy to help you plan the perfect proposal.

Cheers to all the lovebirds out there! 🥂


Out of the office 👙 … we are out exploring off the beaten path 🌸✌🏼
03/10/2024

Out of the office 👙 … we are out exploring off the beaten path 🌸✌🏼

✨ Adding personal touches to your wedding decor can truly make your special day unforgettable. Whether it’s incorporatin...
03/03/2024

✨ Adding personal touches to your wedding decor can truly make your special day unforgettable. Whether it’s incorporating your favorite colors, displaying family photos, or DIY projects, these little details can make a big impact.
✨ Personalized signage, handmade centerpieces, or even unique table settings can reflect your personalities as a couple and create a warm and inviting atmosphere for your guests.
✨ Kayla and Sergio here incorporated a few personalized elements: honoured a Scottish background into their ceremony, had a traditional cake, and being a music teacher, Kayla incorporated records into seating chart and centerpieces.

❣️ Remember, it’s the small details that often leave the biggest impression.

XO 💋

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Reception: Qualico Centre
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✨ Capturing love in the most unique places ✨ There is nothing I love more than exploring new places for your wedding pho...
02/24/2024

✨ Capturing love in the most unique places ✨

There is nothing I love more than exploring new places for your wedding photos.
Venture out into the city and get as many backdrops as the timeline allows. From historic buildings, rooftops, parkades, concert halls to museums, parks and river edges - the possibilities are endless.
If you need help finding your dream background or help creating that “giving” timeline, reach out and book that complimentary consultation 😊

XO 💋


❣️”Less is more when it comes to wedding decor! “❣️✨ Choosing a stunning venue with natural beauty can be the perfect ba...
02/22/2024

❣️”Less is more when it comes to wedding decor! “❣️
✨ Choosing a stunning venue with natural beauty can be the perfect backdrop for your special day. By keeping decorations minimal, you allow the venue’s charm to shine through. Whether it’s a picturesque garden, a rustic barn, a chic industrial space, or in this case a historic building with a beautiful fireplace at the centre of it; letting the venue speak for itself can create a timeless and elegant atmosphere for your wedding. Embrace simplicity and let the beauty of your surroundings take center stage.


💍💕 Want to make your wedding day even more special? Here are some tips for writing heartfelt marriage vows that will lea...
02/21/2024

💍💕 Want to make your wedding day even more special? Here are some tips for writing heartfelt marriage vows that will leave your partner and guests in tears of joy! 💕💍

✨ Reflect on your relationship: Take some time to think about your journey as a couple. What are the moments that define your love? Incorporate these special memories into your vows to make them truly personal.
✨ Be authentic: Your vows should reflect your true feelings and promises to your partner. Be sincere and genuine in your words, and don’t be afraid to let your vulnerability show.
✨ Keep it concise: While you may have a lot to say, remember that brevity is key. Aim for a balance between expressing your love and commitment without making your vows too long-winded.
✨ Practice, practice, practice: Rehearse your vows out loud to ensure they flow smoothly and confidently on the big day. This will also help ease any nerves you may have about speaking in front of a crowd.

Remember, your marriage vows are a beautiful opportunity to express your love and commitment to your partner. Embrace the moment and speak from the heart! 💖

XO 💋

❣️ Planning for your big day? Here are some tips to ensure your wedding photos are picture-perfect! 📸✨ Choose the right ...
02/20/2024

❣️ Planning for your big day? Here are some tips to ensure your wedding photos are picture-perfect! 📸
✨ Choose the right photographer: Find a professional whose style you love and who you feel comfortable with. Communication is key to getting the shots you want!
✨ Scout locations: Visit your venue ahead of time to identify the best spots for photos. Consider lighting, backgrounds, and any special features you want to include. If your photographer has worked at that venue before, trust their expertise; you hired them for a reason.
✨ Relax and have fun: Enjoy the moment! Natural, candid shots often turn out the best, so let your love shine through in every frame. HAVE FUN with it. It’s you and your partner on one of the happiest days of your life.
✨ Plan your timeline: Make sure there is enough time allocated for all the photos you want, including group shots, couple portraits, and any special moments you want captured. This is where I come in: creating your timeline, including these special moments are my personal favourite.
✨ Details matter: Don’t forget about the little things! Bring props, flowers, or any personal touches that will add charm to your photos. Sometimes your genuine smile and love for each other may be all the props you need.

Remember, your wedding day is a celebration of love and joy, and your photos will be cherished memories for years to come.

XO 💋


💍 Planning a wedding? Here’s a list of essential stationery you’ll need for your big day!✨ Save the Dates: Give your gue...
02/16/2024

💍 Planning a wedding? Here’s a list of essential stationery you’ll need for your big day!
✨ Save the Dates: Give your guests a heads up about your wedding date with these stylish cards.
✨ Wedding Invitations: Set the tone for your special day with beautifully designed invites that reflect your theme. With this you could also include detail cards such as hotel information, maps, etc.
✨ RSVP Cards: Make it easy for guests to confirm their attendance and meal choices.
✨ Thank You Cards: Show your appreciation to your guests for celebrating with you.
✨ Table Numbers & Place Cards: Keep things organized and guide your guests to their seats seamlessly. If you are planning on doing guest favours, you should also incorporate the same theme as your stationery, or at the very least the font where possible.
✨ Programs & Menus: Share the order of events and tantalizing menu offerings with your guests.
✨ Signage: From welcome signs to directional signs, help guests navigate your venue effortlessly.

Remember, your stationery sets the tone for your wedding and gives your guests a glimpse of the magic to come!

XO 💋

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Boys will be boys, but when the love is so pure how can you not post about it. They just didn’t want to be left out of t...
02/13/2024

Boys will be boys, but when the love is so pure how can you not post about it.
They just didn’t want to be left out of the spotlight, and some were definitely not ready to let Brett go 🤣


❣️Considering a first look with your girls on your wedding day? Here’s why it’s a must-do!  ✨ Sharing a special moment w...
02/12/2024

❣️Considering a first look with your girls on your wedding day? Here’s why it’s a must-do!
✨ Sharing a special moment with your bridesmaids before the ceremony can help calm the nerves and build excitement for the big day. It’s a chance to bond, laugh, and create lasting memories together.
✨ Plus, capturing those genuine reactions on camera makes for some of the most heartwarming and emotional photos. Your girls’ expressions of joy, love, and support will be priceless keepsakes you’ll treasure forever.
❣️ So, whether it’s a private reveal or a fun photo session, a first look with your girls adds an extra touch of magic to your wedding day that you’ll cherish for years to come.


💍 Planning your big day? Choosing the right wedding officiant is a crucial decision to ensure your ceremony is as specia...
02/10/2024

💍 Planning your big day? Choosing the right wedding officiant is a crucial decision to ensure your ceremony is as special and memorable as can be! Here are some tips to guide you in finding the perfect person to officiate your wedding:
✨ Personal Connection - this is the most important step in finding your perfect officiant. Look for an officiant who you feel a personal connection with. They should understand your love story and be able to tailor the ceremony to reflect your unique relationship.
✨ Communication - Clear communication is key. Discuss your expectations for the ceremony, including any religious or cultural traditions you want to incorporate.
✨ Reputation - Do your research and read reviews. A good officiant will have a reputation for creating beautiful and meaningful ceremonies.
✨ Rehearsal - Consider having a rehearsal with your officiant to ensure everything runs smoothly on the big day. Ask if a rehearsal is included in the package or if it’s extra and see if it fits within your budget.

Remember, your wedding officiant plays a significant role in setting the tone for your wedding day, so take the time to choose someone who resonates with you both as a couple. Happy planning! 💕👰

XO 💋

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❣️ Are you planning your dream wedding? Choosing the perfect wedding venue can be overwhelming, but visiting potential l...
02/08/2024

❣️ Are you planning your dream wedding?
Choosing the perfect wedding venue can be overwhelming, but visiting potential locations is an exciting part of the planning process. To ensure that you make the most out of your wedding venue tour, it’s important to ask the right questions. This will not only ensure that you are prepared for future plans, but also allows you to see what venue fits within your budget.
Aside from the basic ones such as availability and capacity, consider asking the following questions:
✨ What is the rental fee and what’s included in that price?
✨How much is the deposit, when is it due, and is it refundable?
✨Can you have a ceremony there, too? Is there an additional cost?
✨ What time do you get access to the venue to set up ?
✨ Are there changing areas for the bride, groom, and/or wedding party?
✨Is there a set day for the rehearsal or can you pick a date that is mutually beneficial?
✨Can you do a food tasting before you finalize your menu selection? Does it cost extra?
✨Are tables, linens, chairs, plates, silverware, and glassware provided, or will you have to rent them yourself or get them through the caterer, if the venue doesn’t have in house catering?
✨ Is there a cake-cutting fee? If you use a cake made on site is the fee waived? If you get a friend, say, - is it waived? (Saving money where you can)
✨ Is there a corkage fee, are they licensed for alcohol or do you have to get your own?
✨ Is menu a la carte or offer packages?
✨ Are you allowed to bring your own decor? Do they have any decor available to you?
✨Can you use real candles or just led?
✨ Do they provide security service? (If it’s in a public venue)
✨ Do they have a coat check ?
✨ Do they have a safe for you to use for presentation at end of dinner service?
✨ Do they have sound system and microphone for speeches / ceremony?
✨What time does the event have to be over by? When does your decor have to be out by?

❣️ Of course there are many more that you could ask that are important to you! For example, for our wedding natural light was very important - so we asked lots of questions about accessibility of opening blinds, curtains, etc!

XO 💋

✨ Elegance is the only beauty that never fades 💕 - Audrey Hepburn These two are a prime example of elegance and beauty, ...
02/07/2024

✨ Elegance is the only beauty that never fades 💕
- Audrey Hepburn

These two are a prime example of elegance and beauty, inside and out 💋

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❣️ Are you planning your dream wedding but feeling overwhelmed with all the different options out there? One thing that ...
02/06/2024

❣️ Are you planning your dream wedding but feeling overwhelmed with all the different options out there? One thing that can make a huge difference is matching your wedding theme throughout all aspects of your big day. Not only does it create a cohesive and polished look, but it also adds an extra special touch to your wedding.
✨ From your invitations to your décor to your floral arrangements, having a consistent theme will make your wedding feel like a true fairytale. It’s the perfect way to showcase your personality and make your day truly unique. Even the small details such as font on all the stationery makes all the difference.
❣️ So don’t overlook the importance of wedding theme matching! Take the time to plan and coordinate all the details, and your wedding will be a stunning and unforgettable event.

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PS: the lemon bars were to die for 🤤

XO 💋


❣️Getting that perfect shot of your wedding stationery is a must-have for any newlywed couple. It’s a great way to showc...
02/05/2024

❣️Getting that perfect shot of your wedding stationery is a must-have for any newlywed couple. It’s a great way to showcase your wedding theme and style. Here are some items you’ll need for a stunning wedding stationery shot:
✨ Wedding Invitation Suite: The first thing you’ll need is your wedding invitation suite. This includes your invitation, RSVP card, details card, and any other inserts you may have included.
✨ Decorative Elements: Add some special decorative elements to make your stationery stand out. You can use flowers, greenery, ribbons, or other small items that fit your wedding theme. This is also a great way to showcase your bouquet.
✨ Ring Box: A ring box is a lovely addition to your stationery shot. Place your wedding rings in the box on top of your invitation suite for a romantic touch. You can also use the rings alone just like in this shot.
✨ Wax Seal: A wax seal is a timeless and elegant way to add a personal touch to your wedding stationery. Choose a seal that matches your wedding theme and use it to seal your envelopes or add it to your invitation suite.
✨ Styling Props (this is my fave): Lastly, you’ll need some styling props. This is where you let your personality shine. You should bring your shoes, jewelry, perfume, vows or anything else that fits your wedding aesthetic.
❣️ With these items, you can create a beautiful wedding stationery shot that you’ll cherish for years to come. Comment below if you have any other suggestions for future brides!

XO 💋


I’m all here for the little moments you get to create together; away from the busy schedule of the wedding day. XO 💋 Pla...
02/05/2024

I’m all here for the little moments you get to create together; away from the busy schedule of the wedding day.

XO 💋

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✨ There is something about a high school sweetheart, a first love ❤️ These two have been together forever it seems and t...
02/04/2024

✨ There is something about a high school sweetheart, a first love ❤️
These two have been together forever it seems and their love is endless.










✨ Did you know that when you hire me as your wedding planner you are also getting a TikTok dance choreographer? It is al...
02/02/2024

✨ Did you know that when you hire me as your wedding planner you are also getting a TikTok dance choreographer? It is always full of laughter and great fun. 💕

XO 💋


❣️Are you planning a wedding and trying to figure out the difference between a venue coordinator and a wedding coordinat...
01/29/2024

❣️Are you planning a wedding and trying to figure out the difference between a venue coordinator and a wedding coordinator? Well, look no further!

✨A venue coordinator is someone who works for the venue where your wedding will take place. They are responsible for making sure everything runs smoothly at the location. This may include setting up tables, chairs, and decor, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring the venue is clean and ready for your big day.
✨ On the other hand, a wedding coordinator is someone who works for you and is responsible for coordinating all aspects of your wedding day. This includes working with vendors, creating timelines, managing the wedding party, and ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish.
✨ While a venue coordinator is a valuable asset to have, they are not the same as a wedding coordinator. A wedding coordinator is focused solely on your wedding and making sure everything is exactly how you want it. They will work with the venue coordinator to ensure everything is in place, but they are ultimately responsible for making sure your wedding day is perfect.
So, if you want to ensure your wedding day is stress-free and runs smoothly, consider hiring a wedding coordinator to take care of all the details!


Trust your photographer’s creativity and you will end up with some breathtaking images. If you are worried about timelin...
01/27/2024

Trust your photographer’s creativity and you will end up with some breathtaking images.
If you are worried about timeline, I will always make sure we have time for wonderful pictures such as this one.

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Hi there ❣️Quickly wanted to jump on here and introduce myself for those who haven’t met me yet; it’s been a minute. My ...
01/26/2024

Hi there ❣️
Quickly wanted to jump on here and introduce myself for those who haven’t met me yet; it’s been a minute.
My name is Cristina and I’m the face behind X-traOrdinary Weddings and Events or XO Events.
I started this company for one reason alone… ready for this? It’s cheesy as all can be, but… I LOVE LOVE.
I absolutely love weddings and meeting new couples. My favourite parts of a wedding is the parent dances and the speeches. I am tears all the way, but don’t worry they are happy tears.
Aside from a business owner I am a mom to 2 beautiful, smart and very sassy little girls. I am a wife to a hardworking handsome man; who usually is my muscle at weddings. I am a daughter to amazing parents and a sister to the kindest brother.
I am a strong believer that laughter is the medicine of the soul and I am always (almost always, sometimes I have my days) see the glass half full kind of gal.
Aside from cheesy romantic movies, that you guessed it - I always cry during; I enjoy crime shows and I am obsessed with Greek mythology.
✨ Fun fact: both my girl’s names are Greek/ Latin derived.
One of my old time favourite movies is PS I love you. And my favourite place to visit to date is GREECE… dum dum dum. Surprising right? Haha 😂
I love being busy and taking on new tasks and new challenges- it’s where I thrive.
That’s about it I suppose.
If there is anything you want to know about me - ask away (I’m an open book); say hi or I’d love to know your favourite “cheesy” movie.

Ciao 💋

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🍃Wedding planning is stressful, especially when there is so much out there that can influence you. So be you, be authent...
01/25/2024

🍃Wedding planning is stressful, especially when there is so much out there that can influence you.
So be you, be authentic and do what makes you happy - Only then you will have a day that you will remember always.

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Let’s work on the timeline together as to ensure we make time for these type of special first looks. We can go above the...
01/24/2024

Let’s work on the timeline together as to ensure we make time for these type of special first looks. We can go above the first look with parents, bridal party; we can incorporate first looks with groomsmen and bridesmaids, grandparents and siblings.
Absolutely love the reactions 🥰

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Woke up this morning to the most wonderful surprise. This absolutely would have not been possible without my amazing cou...
01/23/2024

Woke up this morning to the most wonderful surprise. This absolutely would have not been possible without my amazing couples who voted for me and the kind reviews they left behind.
Words can not describe how grateful I am to each and everyone of you; it was a privilege and pleasure to meet and get to know you all.
Although I am fairly new to the industry still; I put my heart and soul into ensuring that every couple is taking care of. I don’t just want to be your planner, I want to be your friend that you can turn to for advice.
Thank you sincerely ❣️

XO 💋

Aside from the full inclusive packages I also offer individual services such as planning for: ✨ milestones: birthdays, a...
01/23/2024

Aside from the full inclusive packages I also offer individual services such as planning for:
✨ milestones: birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, proposals, retirements, baby showers, etc.
✨ corporate: holiday parties, retirements, corporate retreats
✨ hourly consultations: to help you navigate the planning process of whatever event you are hosting
And finally, one of my favourites…
✨ Social Planning: I offer this service as a stand alone as well as part of the full planning package. It is one of my favourites as it really takes all the stress away from the couple and allows them to have fun throughout it all

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