The Weddings Issue

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Hello friend,

Warm sunny days. Flowers in bloom. And love is in the air! It must be wedding season. I thought it would be fun to expIore the glamour and excitement that comes with a summer wedding. The dress, the wine, the fragrance, and a thoughtful wedding gift: all from Canadian women-owned brands. I hope you enjoy this week’s finds, whether you’re about to be married or you’re invited as a guest.

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Enjoy!

This one stopped me in my tracks. The clean lines, the perfect drape. The elegant silhouette. Meet the designer who wants the bride to be the best version of herself on the big day, and how designing eveningwear allows her to flex her creative muscles.

It sparkles. It sips like a fine Champagne. It’s perfect to toast the bride and groom. Yet there’s no alcohol. Find out how this woman-owned sparkling wine is elevating your alcohol-free options.

The fragrance in this bottle may be intoxicating, but it won’t harm your health. Meet the women who went to the ends of the earth to create a clean perfume brand.

Give the newlyweds the gift of a perfect sleep with bedding from the woman-owned brand that puts quality and natural materials before profits.

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If you love hydrangeas as much as I do, you will love this tip on how to leverage your existing plants and multiply them to replant elsewhere.

Company coming? Greet them with a Paloma. In fact, why not make a pitcher!

Last week was all about simple pleasures. Check out the brands that make the simple things in life special.

Rosy Rims, the perfect retro sunglasses with beaded chains to keep them safe and sound.

Graydon’s Cheese Cellar for charcuterie on the go or with a glass of wine in-store.

The Pharmacy Lab, the drug store reimagined.

Wild Prairie Soap Company, cold-pressed soaps and remedies for your garden-weary hands.

Elise McLauchlan, the Montreal-based woodworker creating beautiful pieces for the home.

Remember the grocery cart for urban shoppers on the move? We’re giving one away and it may be the perfect thing for you, or someone you love.