Monika & Shawn | A Downtown Toronto Studio Wedding

Weddings By Claudia and Co.

Monika & Shawn’s wedding was the perfect example of a celebration that breaks tradition in all the right ways, because it was designed entirely around who they are.

When we design weddings like this, we always start by asking: How do we want guests to feel at every stage of the day?
— Claudia and Co
Couple sharing intimate moment during a downtown Toronto studio wedding ceremony

Wedding Planning and Design: @claudiaandco_ | Hair @deedomyhair | Makeup @sashataylormua

This Toronto studio wedding began with a couple who wanted one thing above all else: an unforgettable experience for their guests. Good food, great music, and an atmosphere that felt effortless, fun, and full of life.

Instead of choosing a traditional venue, they leaned into something more unexpected and chose a studio space in downtown Toronto, I’ve Got Dreams Studio, that allowed them to transform the day into a multi-room experience.

One of the biggest advantages of a downtown Toronto wedding venue like a studio space is the ability to create “flow zones” instead of one static reception room.

The celebration began with an intimate ceremony officiated by Shawn’s uncle, surrounded by their closest family and friends. Earlier in the day, Monika & Shawn shared a quiet sunset first look, which was a grounding moment before the energy of the night unfolded.

Bride and groom during emotional first look at Toronto wedding before studio ceremony

Wedding Planning and Design: @claudiaandco_ | Hair @deedomyhair | Makeup @sashataylormua

After the ceremony, guests were invited upstairs, where the reception was in full swing. More friends joined as the evening continued, and the space quickly filled with incredible energy, elevated by the vibrant sounds of DJ Flavia, a Toronto wedding DJ, and delicious food by Heirloom Fine Foods, known for elevated Toronto wedding catering.

The vibe was lively, social, and constantly moving, which was exactly what the couple envisioned.

Catered food for a local Toronto wedding

Catering @heirloomtoronto | Wedding Planning and Design: @claudiaandco_

But what made this wedding truly unique was how intentionally the space was designed for connection. While the upstairs hosted the main celebration, guests could also move downstairs into a completely reimagined lounge-style space.

Wedding Planning and Design: @claudiaandco_

Wedding Planning and Design: @claudiaandco_

The ceremony room was transformed into a relaxed hangout area, complete with a stocked fridge of beers and coolers, nostalgic touches, and an old-school playlist curated by the couple themselves. It created the perfect contrast. It was a place to step away from the dance floor without ever leaving the celebration.

Guests celebrating during lively Toronto wedding reception with DJ entertainment and dancing

Photography @cristina_velasco_photography | Wedding Planning and Design: @claudiaandco_

One of the most meaningful moments of the entire celebration came at the very start of the evening, when everyone came together for a shared fireball shot. This is a tradition rooted in memories from family cottage weekends and a heartfelt tribute honouring Monika’s late parents. It set the tone for a night that was not only joyful but deeply personal.

Monika & Shawn’s wedding was non-traditional in every sense, but that’s exactly what made it unforgettable. It wasn’t about following a formula, but creating a space that felt like them. And it was, without question, one of those weddings where every single guest left feeling like they were part of something truly special.



Couple sharing intimate moment during a downtown Toronto studio wedding ceremony

Photography @cristina_velasco_photography | Officiant @gtb.officiant | Florist @arteeza_flowers

A cohesive Toronto wedding vendor team is what allows a multi-space or studio wedding to feel seamless rather than chaotic.
— Claudia and Co

Wedding Vendors for a Downtown Toronto Studio Wedding

Wedding Planning and Design: @claudiaandco_ | (Toronto and Destination Wedding Planner)

Venue @igdstudios.to | (Downtown Toronto Wedding Venue)

Catering @heirloomtoronto | (Toronto Wedding Catering)

Photography @cristina_velasco_photography | (Toronto Wedding Photographer)

Officiant @gtb.officiant | (Toronto Wedding Officiant Services)

Florist @arteeza_flowers | (Toronto Wedding Florist)

Hair @deedomyhair | (Toronto Wedding Hairstyles)

Makeup @sashataylormua | (Toronto Bridal Beauty Team)

DJ @yourgirlflav | (Toronto Wedding DJ)


Still in the planning stages?

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Claudia and Co. specializes in planning luxury, guest-centred weddings across Toronto and destination locations in Europe. We work with a small number of couples each year to plan their destination weddings with care. If you are in the early stages of planning and searching for support with your destination wedding checklist, packing, and planning logistics, we would love to connect.

XO, Claudia and Co.

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