Real Weddings | Catarina & Jamie
Arlington Estate - June 7, 2024
The morning started with Jess from our team arriving at Catarinaโs getting ready location to ensure everything was on time and to manage the morning with ease.
Itโs so important to the Claudia and Co team that you FULLY enjoy every aspect of your wedding day, so having our team begin once your first vendor arrives onsite is ideal. We take this time to check in with your beauty team, all the ladies to see if they need anything (coffee, champagne..) then weโll prep the flat lay photo to start telling your wedding day.
Catarina purchased cute pjs for everyone, so was able to grab a few getting ready photos before they got into their dresses. Knowing this information before, because we started planning with her months prior, we were able to add this detail to the timeline. It helped the photo & video team to plan ahead, and we got some really beautiful photos to start the day!
The ceremony was at St Josephโs Parish in Mississauga, which was nearby by for both Catarina & Jamie.
When your getting ready locations are nearby, it helps with your timeline and transportation costs. We were able to use one limo bus, instead of two limos. We had the bus pick-up Jamie and the groomsmen first. Then circle back for Catarina & her bridesmaids. Then they all took it to the reception hall - The Arlington Estate.
Photography by Everlasting Moments
Photography by Everlasting Moments
Our team is already onsite at the venue to make sure every detail is perfect. Weโll arrive when your first vendor is onsite to manage setup and your entire vendor team. Weโre basically your eyes and ears on wedding day because weโve been planning together for months, and know exactly how you want your dream wedding to be!
We always do a first look of the room for our couples because this is such a special moment. After months of working together, we all get to see the design and unique touches brought to life to celebrate you and your love!
Having a planner onsite allows you to focus on simply enjoying these moments because you know weโll be reviewing our minute by minute timeline, and giving you a heads up when needed.
Before guest arrival, we made sure the couple had some time to hang out and chill after they finished their family photos.
Taking 5-10 minutes on your wedding day to yourself is something we suggest to all our couples. Itโs the perfect moment to really take it all in and feel ALLL the feels, because your wedding is truly something so spectacular!
The cocktail reception began in the West Wing with an antipasto bar and signature drinks that were passed around to alleviate lines at the bar.
We helped organize the grand entrances, working closely with your DJ and venue coordinator to make sure everyone is where they need to be, and all names are being properly announced. Nothing like announcing the coupleโs name wrongโฆ not on our watch!
The first dance followed entrances, and Catarina & Jamie danced to Canโt Help Falling in Love by Hailey Reinhart.
The dinner started with Lobster ravioli, followed by slow roasted veal chop, with delicious accompaniments, like the venueโs famous Truffle Fries. Dessert was a strawberry delight - vanilla mousse, strawberry-lime compote & almond cake.
In-between dinner we managed the speeches and special dances, giving everyone a heads up before it was happening. Again, weโll work with your DJ and venue to ensure nothing is overlooked and the wedding day flows seamlessly.
Something we include on our timeline, is sunset photos so during dinner we snuck the couple out for 10 minutes and grabbed some of the best shots of the night! If youโre getting married, donโt forget to do this.. sunset photos are so magical!
The reception continued with a quick cake cutting and champagne toast before Catarina & Jamie went up for their speech. Dancing and lots more drinks followed along with the best vibes celebrating with all their guests.
Late night was served later in the night around 11pm, and with 3 different options, guest had a great selection to choose from.
Late night included wood fired pizza, seafood buffet (tying it back to the brideโs Portuguese tradition) and delicious cake from Grace at Bake with G.
The pizza was made on the terrace of the reception room, so it was a form of entertainment for the guests as well!
Who wouldnโt want a fresh, homemade pizza straight from the oven when youโve been drinking and dancing the night away!
We were onsite for the entire duration of the wedding to ensure the day ran smoothly and made sure the couples belongings were packed up safely at the end of the night. Our team is with you on wedding day from beginning to end, because we want to be there if anything happens. This means you can fully enjoy all the special moments that happen on your wedding day.
If youโre looking for a Toronto wedding planning team who will curate a wedding that is uniquely you, full of personalized details and designed to perfection, then get in touch today and setup a connection call to see if we have your date available.
xo Claudia
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