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Illustrated Genius / Melinda Josie

As part of my ‘Canadian artists are completely rockin” interweb searches, I stumbled across Toronto-based illustrator Melinda Josie via Uschi & Kay. I have a longstanding love of watercolors – not only as they’re a tricky medium to work with, but because they exude a certain softness. This lass’ talent is obvious, and enough to make me want to send her a request for a commission. Check out her website for a whole slew of other works – including many really lovely interpretations of everyday things. And a blog!

General Prim wedding venue Mexico City South Asian bride standing alone in a portrait on the second floor

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From a destination wedding planner’s perspective—the real breakdown on Mexico City’s most compelling venues, what they actually cost, and what you need to know before you inquire. If you’ve started searching for Mexico City wedding venues and found mostly generic lists, this is the post you were actually looking for. Inside: General Prim, Ex Convento […]

 Wedding registry tips for modern couples graphic with kitchen and home essentials collage.

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Let’s be honest: registering should feel fun…but for most couples, it quickly becomes one more decision in a sea of decisions. What do you actually need?What will you truly use?Are you supposed to register for “grown-up” things?And what happens if you… don’t? Take a breath.Here’s everything you actually need to know, without the pressure, outdated […]

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Introduction: You’ve Got a Big Vision. Here’s How We Bring It to Life. Every unforgettable wedding starts with an idea—a feeling, a vision, an image you can’t get out of your head. What most couples don’t realize is that there are many ways to work with us here at The Nouveau Romantics. Some of our […]