3 Simple Ways to Save Cost on Wedding Florists

Weddings are expensive, but you may still realize your floral wedding aspirations while staying within a budget. Of course, creating the ideal floral environment for a wedding necessitates considerable preparation, but finding the appropriate florist can go a long way in making things easier for you. The suggestions below might assist with this!

●      Go For Flowers That Are in Season

Make sure your florist understands the ambiance you want for your wedding, as well as the color scheme. It’s preferable to use flowers in season rather than those that have been preserved or imported. The latter will be far more expensive.

So, inquire from your florist what flowers will be in season around your wedding date. And ask them what your options are if the flowers they offer don’t match your wedding theme. Your florist will be in the best position to find suitable alternatives for you.

●      Blend Flowers with Other Décor Elements

Another easy approach to save money on wedding flowers is to use them in conjunction with other décor accents, such as candles, vases, string lights, and so on.

They’ll not only create the perfect ambiance, but they’ll also enhance the floral appearance no matter how few the flowers are! We recommend utilizing a variety of candles to get a better effect.

●      Do Not Have a Valentine Week Wedding

This is an essential tip, especially if your budget is tight. February is a costly month for flowers because of the valentine’s day buzz that runs into the following week. So, place your flower orders once valentine’s day has passed. Do this, or you’ll find yourself spending more than you intended.

The Orchard View Wedding & Event Center is the perfect site for your wedding or other events. It’s also ideal for all of your floral decorating needs!

You’ll get a gorgeous wedding venue with all the comforts of home, as well as a professional wedding planner to assist you in having the most enjoyable wedding possible! To contact us now, click here!

Choosing The Right Wedding Date

One of the exciting decisions you will make as a couple before saying “I do” is choosing the right date for your wedding.

Your wedding date sets a precedent for every aspect of your wedding - finding a venue, hiring vendors, etc. So, you must find the perfect wedding date.

Although you may know the kind of wedding you want, consider these factors to find the most convenient day to host it.

●      Consider Your Honeymoon If Any

If you intend to go on a honeymoon, especially immediately after your wedding, it would be best to pick a wedding date that fits your honeymoon plans.

If you have a destination honeymoon planned, you’ll want to go when the weather is right; thus, your wedding should fall within this period.

●      Take the Day of the Week into Account

Weddings are usually a Saturday affair which makes Saturday weddings expensive. So, if your wedding venue is highly sought after, you may have to pay premium rates to secure a date during peak months, especially on Saturdays.

Is your wedding on a budget, and you don’t mind getting married on off-days like Fridays, Sundays, or even midweeks? Pick a date around this time and save yourself some money from the venue allocation.

●      Indoor or Outdoor Wedding?

Another significant deciding factor when finding the perfect wedding date is the type of affair you have in mind. Deciding if you want an outdoor or indoor event narrows down your choice for a wedding date.

For example, if you fancy an outdoor ceremony, be mindful of the season because of harsh weather conditions.  An indoor wedding means you can pick any day from January to December. But an outdoor wedding date must be considered carefully lest bad weather ruin it.

Book Orchard View Wedding and Event Center for your wedding. We promise you your wedding day will be a fantastic affair regardless of date, time, and season. We say this because our unique wedding location offers the perfect indoor and outdoor venue to cater to any season!

In addition, we also offer a professional wedding coordinator that will make sure your wedding day is flawless. So, what are you waiting for? Click here to reach us!

Planning the Perfect Brunch Wedding

Brunch weddings are becoming even more popular because everyone loves brunch! Plus, there is just something magical and whimsical about a brunch wedding.

Even though it means your event will start quite early, you will have a lot of time to enjoy the company of your loved ones. And there is also the added benefit of a brunch wedding being affordable; don’t forget the beautiful early light that translates to gorgeous pictures!

So, whether you are planning a sophisticated affair or a simple, relaxed party, here is our advice to achieve the perfect brunch wedding!

·       Plan Every Detail

Once you have chosen the venue for your brunch wedding, begin planning the little details that will help bring it to life, including a theme and décor ideas.

A brunch wedding means you get lots of creative freedom, especially if you want a laid-back vibe. Go for a cozy, bright, and spirited theme in fitting with the time of the day. It is also essential to consider your brunch wedding when styling your wedding dress or suit. You can decide to skip the traditional wedding attire and have something more casual yet fun and sophisticated.

·       Set Your Menu

One of the perks of a brunch wedding is the food. There is no need to serve the traditional three-course sit-down meal. You can forgo this for a more casual and less complex dining experience as an early wedding affords you the luxury of great brunch food!

So, fill up on eggs, waffles, bagels, French toast, crepes, croissants, etc., that can either be served in an up-buffet style or as a two-course meal.

·       Stay Highly Organized

Bruch weddings require an early start in the day, which means your entire schedule must move up, and you will need to be extra organized to be able to pull it off perfectly.

So, ensure your vendors know that you have an early wedding to get as many things ready as they can on the evening before.

Ready for your dreamy brunch wedding? Then contact Orchard View Wedding and Event Center! Our unique and elegant spaces afford you the flexibility to create your wedding just the way you want it.

We offer three unique venues, including our Terrace, Lakeview, and Grand View. With each one you pick, there will be a wedding coordinator to assist your planning process!

Tips For Throwing a Non-Traditional Wedding

Many brides are ditching the traditional cookie-cutter wedding and adopting new ideas for the most beautiful non-traditional wedding.

You will have a more personalized wedding when you do things your way. You will also have an easier time planning a non-traditional wedding too.

So, if Pinterest wasn’t of much help, here is our take on tips for throwing a non-traditional wedding!

·       Ditch The Giant Cake Cliché

Honestly, no one would notice or care if your wedding cake was missing a tier or two. What matters is that there is cake to be had, food to be eaten, entertainment to keep the event alive, and a dance floor for everyone to have fun!

If your idea of a perfect wedding doesn’t involve a large cake, then forgo that idea. If you are not interested in fondant or any loud cake design, a beautiful naked cake splashed with flowers and ribbons can make a statement too.

·       Forgo The Never-ending Bridal Train

Having a long bridal train is just excess. If you have only a handful of friends, you don’t have to go out of your way to invite other people to be part of your bridal train.

A long bridal train is unnecessary and quite expensive. So, this is another idea that can bring your non-traditional wedding to life and save you a few coins.

·       Shake Up Your Bridal Party’s Attire

Instead of the typical matching bridal attire, why not have your bridesmaids dress in something fun and different?

You can have them wear cute rompers, jumpsuits, white dresses, etc. For the groomsmen, they can skip the tuxedoes and jackets and go for suspenders for a slick yet laid-back look.

Ready for the wedding of your dreams? Then step into our paradise at Orchard View Wedding and Event Center. With our fantastic wedding venue locations, you’re guaranteed a beautiful wedding with spectacular backdrops for your wedding pictures!

Offering you three unique options: the Lakeview, Grand View, and Terrace View, we’re sure your wedding will be anything but traditional. So, contact us today, and watch as your dream wedding is given life!

How To Enjoy Every Moment of Your Wedding

After spending a lot of time and resources planning your wedding day, it is only fitting to enjoy every second of it. But stress, worry, and running errands on your wedding day can sometimes take precedence and prevent you from making the most of the celebration.

Don’t let this happen to you. Orchard View want you to be happy on such a special day. So here are a few trusted tips to help you enjoy your wedding!

·       Don’t Cram Activities into Your Wedding Week

Start your wedding checklist early to avoid running into last-minute hassles. In addition, there is always so much to do in the weeks leading up to your wedding and many loose ends left to tie up.

So make sure that all of these are taken care of before your wedding week. That way, they won’t drag into your big day.

·       Hire The Best Hands

The only way to hire the best vendors and wedding pros is to start searching for them early. Research their references, reviews, most recent works, etc., to ensure your wedding is in the best hands.

Then, once you are satisfied with your wedding team, you know you won’t have any distractions on your wedding day.

·       Stay Off Your Mobile Phone

Mobile phones cause much distraction in our daily lives, and if you let them, they will distract you on your wedding day too. Thankfully, a phone is something you can lock up in a drawer or give to someone you trust and inform them they should only use the phone for emergency purposes.

Because you’ve paid for a professional photographer, you don’t need to take photos with your phone. And, in all likelihood, no one will call you from the office on your wedding day to tend to an office emergency.

Orchard View believes it has another great solution to help anxious brides. We guarantee that simply walking into our beautiful wedding venue will calm even the most stressed bride!

We offer a spectacular wedding location and professional coordinators to work closely with you to ensure your wedding is perfect. So, contact us today,  and we will help you forge wonderful, everlasting memories!

3 Important Questions to Ask Your Potential Wedding Photographer

Setting up an interview is an essential step to finding the right wedding vendors, especially photographers.

You’ll be spending a good part of your wedding day with the photographer of your choice as they capture and preserve every moment. So, it’s not enough to only love their style; having a face-to-face interview is essential. That will help you determine if they are the kind of person you want to cover your big day.

So, once you have scheduled an interview with your potential photographer, ask these important questions.

·       What Is Your Photography Style?

You need to know this to make sure your styles align. While most photographers apply a blend of several photography styles, others stick to a single style. What matters is that you know their style before moving forward with the contract.

·       What Are the Details of Your Package?

Knowing what is on offer is essential when comparing the fees of different photographers. Check if prints, albums, extra coverage, etc., are covered in the costs or purchased separately.

Although packages and fees may differ, make your comparisons properly to get the best value for your money.

·       How Many Coverage Hours Do We Get? What Is the Charge for Overtime?

One of the most important questions is about coverage time and overtime cost. Knowing these will help you plan your hours accordingly, especially if overtime is a bit on the pricey side.

For example, if your coverage time doesn’t last till the evening and overtime charges are high, ask the photographer to stop shooting as soon as you cut the cake. But you may choose to go for an extended package and get a few more hours in, although it will cost you a little more.

It is not enough to find the perfect photographer if the ambiance and scenery aren’t picture-worthy. With Orchard View Wedding and Event Center, you’ll see our venue offers the best amenities and unique backdrops for perfect wedding photographs!

Once you make your pick between our Lakeview, Grand View, and Terrace View venue, a team of professional wedding coordinators will work with you, ensuring your wedding is a resounding success!

Choosing The Right Wedding Officiant

A wedding officiant is an integral part of every wedding ceremony across all cultures. This is the person who will stand at the wedding altar with you as you exchange vows and promises, holding that sacred space for you as you open a new chapter of your lives together. For this, you must find the perfect officiant for your wedding.

Although it may be as simple as finding an officiant in your area via the web, we don’t recommend this. You don’t want an officiant who doesn’t know what’s expected of him. So, here are some tips for finding the best one for your ceremony!

·       Set Up a Meeting with Potential Officiants

To ensure that your officiant is the perfect fit for your ceremony, go beyond phone calls and set up a face-to-face meeting with them. And if you can’t do that, ste up an online meeting via Zoom.

Please get to know each other and understand where their views and ideologies lie. Then ask any other necessary questions before proceeding.

·       Treat Them Like Any Other Vendor

A wedding officiant is no less a vendor considering you will pay for their services. So ask for testimonials, referrals, etc. Don’t be afraid to ask the needed questions to avoid regrets later.

Once you have settled on an officiant, write everything down, including payment terms, duty details, the schedule, and other ceremony specifics.

·       Ensure They Are Officially Recognized and Certified

Before settling on a candidate, confirm that they are officially certified within your city, state, county, or province. And ensure they are clear on their duties as wedding officiants, including submitting the marriage license to your local clerk’s office to be appropriately documented.

With the perfect officiant, our all-inclusive wedding venue can only take your wedding to unforgettable heights!

At Orchard View Wedding and Event Center, we offer a unique and picturesque location with designated wedding coordinators that will make sure your wedding celebration is perfect!

Our large indoor and outdoor wedding venue is stunning, and every inch of it will feel tailor-made for your special day. So while reaching us is easy, choosing our venue for your wedding is easier!

What To Consider When Choosing an Entertainment Option for Your Wedding

If you have started researching entertainment options for your event, suffice to say you’ve already seen the pros and cons of hiring either a DJ or a band. It is important to have solid entertainment for any occasion to ensure that your guests are in high spirits throughout the day.

Of course, you’ll need the perfect wedding venue to accommodate this. But you must get the right kind of entertainment, regardless of the location of your wedding venue.

So, if you are stuck between going with a wedding band or a DJ, we have outlined some ideas to help you decide on the best entertainment option for you and your wedding!

·       What Is the Size of Your Budget?

As it is with every wedding planning detail, the budget remains a deciding factor. The portion of your budget allocated to entertainment will immediately tell you which of the two you can afford.

Although a wedding band costs significantly more than a DJ, it is excellent at engaging a crowd and getting people on their feet for a unique and memorable time.

·       What Kind of Music Do do You Want For Your Wedding?

Deciding between a DJ or a live band is also dependent on the kind of music you would like at your wedding reception. While a wedding band may play covers of any music genre, they may not be very familiar with your music choice. As a result, their rendition will have a unique sound that may be different from the original. On the other hand, a DJ can play virtually any music from any genre of your request non-stop.

·       Is Your Reception Hall Big Enough?

The size of your reception hall is another determinant of whether you will use a DJ or a live band for your wedding.

A live band typically requires space to set up, so this automatically means that you will need a big reception hall if you want live band entertainment. On the other hand, a DJ only needs room to set up their sound system.

We are sure you will have a fabulous event, whichever entertainment you choose. Orchard View Wedding and Event Center can make it extra special!

Choose from our Lakeview, Grand View, and Terrace View unique venue options. Our team of professional wedding coordinators who will work with you from the onset will guarantee you have a spectacular day.

So, contact us today, and enjoy a most wonderful celebration and begin your journey as a new family!

3 Common Mistakes You Should Avoid When it Comes to Your Wedding Rentals

It is human to want to get every little detail right when planning your wedding. It is also human to make some mistakes when it comes to your wedding rentals.

You want your guests to be comfortable, so once you have settled on a wedding date, it is essential to kick the wheel into motion immediately.

We will share a few mistakes you should look out for when getting rentals to ensure your event goes off smoothly.

·       Ordering Too Late

Perfect timing accounts for most of the success you will encounter when planning your wedding. So don’t wait weeks before your wedding to book rental services and all the items you need. Instead, do this as soon as you are sure of the number of guests you are expecting.

Because if your event falls within peak season, you may have a hard time finding the best rental services and may be compelled to settle for whatever is available.

·       Not Ordering Enough Items

Numbers have a way of sneaking up on you, and there is always a possibility of uninvited guests. So, to stay ahead of things, make extra additions when ordering chairs, tables, napkins, tents, etc., to accommodate any sudden increase in guest count.

However, suppose you are no longer within budget. In that case, you can go for lesser quality items for your uninvited guests who are bound to show up.

·       Using Too Many Vendors

When securing rental services, it is best to work with a vendor who can offer almost all the items you need to avoid taking on too many vendors. Not only will working with one vendor make your planning less hectic, but you have a high chance of getting discounted prices on items too.

Therefore, it is essential to start searching for vendors early so that you can get the best ones with sweet deals too.

With that being said, even with the best vendors, you’ll still need a brilliant and beautiful wedding venue to host your wedding! Orchard View Wedding and Event Center is here and happy to oblige!

As a full-service wedding venue, you can rest assured that your big day is in good hands. Our venue will take all decorations and wedding rentals and use them to accentuate the look and feel of your big day. By the way, we also offer beautiful wedding rentals!

Reaching us is as easy as clicking here. We’ll happily enlighten you on why we’re the favorite wedding venue for all couples in Greely, Ontario!

4 Things Your Wedding Venue Must Possess To Cater For A Large Wedding Party

Choosing the right wedding venue is essential if you aim to throw a successful party. Wedding venues may depend on factors such as budget, taste, season, style, and guest list.

A large wedding party typically consists of 150 guests and above and may require attention to specific details to go off without a hitch.

We have rounded up four essential things that will help make your large wedding party a success!

·       Proper Ventilation

The need for an adequately ventilated wedding venue cannot be overstressed, especially if you have guests numbering above 150.

You must ensure the venue can provide a steady influx of clean, fresh air at all times. This is necessary unless you want guests sweating and hurrying towards the door while the event is still in full swing.

·       High Ceilings And Wide Floor

Besides the aesthetically pleasing look a properly draped and flowered high ceiling wedding venue may offer, there is more to it than holding drapes!

If you must host many guests indoors, make sure the venue won’t give the illusion of being too tight. This is especially necessary if some of the guests are claustrophobic.

If there is no leg room, sizeable aisles, and sufficient dance floor, perhaps that isn’t the venue you should be considering.

·        Safe And Easily Accessible Parking Lot

Ensuring your wedding venue will provide an adequately protected and easily accessible parking lot for your guests should be a top priority!

 Since you will be paying a lump sum for the venue, check that the distance between the parking lot and the reception room doesn’t run into miles! You do not want a room filled with sweaty people or your guests sweating profusely before the party even starts!

You should certainly check that the vendors have a great history of property safety before signing off on it!

·       Balcony

In addition to claustrophobes, some of your guests may also be germophobes or people who just don’t do well in crowded rooms. It might seem far-fetched, but don’t take any chances.

That is why it is essential to book a venue with a balcony. There’s only so much partying and exchange of pleasantries one person can take in a single evening!

Balconies in wedding venues provide a momentary escape if the party becomes more than a person can handle, and the fresh air may do them some good!

Having a large wedding party should not necessarily translate to having a stressful time planning a large wedding. Simply reach out to us, and we’ll help make things easier for you.

Orchard View Wedding and Event Center will help you plan and execute your dream wedding. You’ll love what we have for you and what we can do for you, from the lovely rentals we offer to our unique wedding venue!

Our large venue can cater to any wedding and party you want. And it sits in a perfect location for a celebration. You’ll even think it’s tailor-made for your needs! All you need to do is click here to contact us, and we’ll get to work.