Bride Nicole and groom Caruso are a match made in heaven, but what challenges will they face when Nicole’s extravagant tastes come up against Caruso’s laid back, life of the party attitude? Nicole is a dramatic and no-nonsense bride who will not settle for anything less than "perfect" in order to make her black-tie wedding out of this world! What budget struggles will ensue as this couple realizes their "must have" items for the wedding rarely coincide.
Planner: David Connolly
Bride Tania and her fiancé Michael are about to live their happily ever after! But what challenges will they face when Michael’s ‘groomzilla’ tendencies come up against Tania’s tight leash on the budget? Tania has been dreaming of her fairytale wedding, but this dream has a budget and Michael is hardly acting like a Prince. With a vision right out of the pages of a fairytale, this couple will struggle to pull off a dream wedding without ending up in the poorhouse.
Planner: Angelique Sobschak
Bride Alysa and groom John are about to head into matrimonial bliss. But what challenges will they face when Alysa's frugal dad, Larry, takes control of the budget and their wedding plans? Alysa has always dreamed of a glamorous high-end affair, however, due to limited finances and a cost conscious groom, Alysa is discovering that she is going to have to make more sacrifices than she originally expected. With a groom who wants to ensure they are getting the biggest bang for their buck and a father who is determined to cut costs no matter what the outcome, we'll see how far Alysa’s vision can be pushed.
Planner: David Vallee
Bride Patrycja and groom Tom met, they quickly began their journey down the matrimonial aisle. Although the couple has no problem foreseeing a beautiful life together, they do lack vision for their big day. Patrycja has a “tell it like it is” attitude and admits that she is not creative. Tom, a chronic shopper, also does not have a clear picture for the day but is willing to fork out whatever money necessary to pull off something 'big'.
Planner: Heidi Allen
When bride Michelle met her groom Slavko, fireworks immediately went off! As they are about to take the marital plunge, what sparks will fly when Michelle’s out of control spending comes up against Slavko’s chop the budget attitude? Slavko is prone to dousing Michelle’s desires with his constant banter about the budget. He will have an uphill battle trying to curb his bride’s desire to spend, spend and keep on spending.
Planner: David Connolly
Bride Rebecca and groom Rory were a couple destined to be together. But what happens when you have a bride who loves to spend money and a groom who is paying for the majority of the wedding bills? When the couple decides to pick a Halloween wedding date, will spendaholic bride Rebecca use that as an excuse to spend even more money trying to stick to their cool theme? Rory has a growing concern about the budget and hopes the wedding bills Rebecca is racking up won't haunt them forever!
Planner: Karina Lemke
Bride Sukhi and groom Gurj knew it was love at first bite when he taught her how to make a popular Indian dish for a local TV station she worked for! Sukhi has very specific wishes for her winter wonderland wedding and isn’t afraid to break the bank to get what she wants. The only issue is that it isn’t her bank to break! Gurj’s parents are paying for the lion’s share of the reception. Gurj is a groom stuck in between fulfilling his bride's wedding day wishes and trying not to put his dad in the poorhouse.
Planners: Laura Atendido and Kelly Spinelli
Jana is a bride who doesn’t understand the word ‘no’ and wants her wedding to Kalvin to be the party of a lifetime. She is throwing caution to the wind by going big and expensive with all aspects of the wedding. The groom is footing the bill and trying to curb his future wife’s spending, while not breaking the bank! Will this spoiled, demanding bride get everything she wants or will her groom finally put his foot down?
Planner: Angelique Sobschak
Company Name: Angelique’s Weddings & Events
Contact #: Toll Free 1-866-682-9270
Email: info@angeliquesweddings.com
Bride Nicole and Groom Adam are the perfect pairing and have been dreaming of having a wine themed wedding day! As they are about the take the marital plunge, what challenges will they face when Adam’s ‘ultra cheap’ tendencies come up against Nicole’s budget conscious ways? Being the first of all of their friends to tie the knot, this couple will struggle to pull off a "cheap" wedding that doesn’t “look cheap”. This is no small task especially when you have a groom who feels he can get everything for free!.
Planners: Laura Atendido and Kelly Spinelli
Christy is a self-confessed princess bride who demands perfection. Tony, the groom, finds it hard to manage his stubborn fiancée and her overpowering need to get her way. Wedding Planner Karina Lemke helps streamline Christy’s modern/Asian vision while staying within budgetary limits. Will Christy’s quest for the perfect day try the patience of those who love her, including her future husband?
Planner: Karina Lemke
Company Name: Posies Flower Shop & Event Architect
Contact #: 416-588-9061
Email: karina@posiesflowers.com
Edith is an extremely picky bride that is very particular about what she wants for her wedding. She enlists wedding planners Charmaine Burke and Chantel Walker to help pull off her vision. Kam, the groom, is holding tight to the purse strings and is hoping to avoid borrowing money to pay for their big day. With two very different ceremonies and one reception will the planners be able to help this couple please both sides of the family and themselves?
Planner: Chantel Walker and Charmaine Burke
Company Name: R&R Wedding and Event Designs
Contact #: 416-220-4442
Email: info@rnrdesigns.ca
Conservative couple Necole and Raymond want a traditional wedding but their Wedding Planner Claudio Perri suggests they think outside of the box in preparation for the big day. Traditional cake and flowers no longer cut it for this couple who up the ante with teeth whitening, vintage cars and modeling school. How long will it take for this couple to realize that a few little extras can quickly add up?
Planner: Claudio Perri
Contact #: 416-804-1059
Email: ultrachic1@hotmail.com
Tina is a true princess bride. She is a self-proclaimed drama queen and control freak. This bride is all about herself! But can she get all she wants for the budget she has to work with? If she whines enough, she expects she’ll get her way. The groom Fabio’s biggest concern is she’ll embarrass him in front of his friends and family but will he be able to curb her enthusiasm or be bulldozed by her determination?
Planner: David Connolly
Company Name: The Idea Shop
Contact #: 416-826-4875
Email: david@theideashop.ca
Michelle is an extremely organized bride who thinks she has a handle on her wedding. Groom Peter thinks they can totally swing the wedding they want on the budget the have. Wedding Planner David Vallee is brought in to tie up all the loose ends while stretching every dollar. But even with the best intentions and organizational skills can Michelle and Peter keep costs down when push comes to shove?
Planner: David Vallee
Company Name: David Vallee Entertains
Contact #: 416-364-2495
Email: dvallee@dventertains.ca
Bride Sonnobia and her fiancé Deo are about to say their "I do's". But what budget challenges will they face when Sonnobia adds a second "pink and girly" themed reception onto their already "traditional" one. Watch a budget battle ensue as their wedding morphs into a production of one ceremony, two receptions, 300 guests and basically everything ordered twice.
Planner: Angelique Sobschak
Mel and Len are a strong-headed pair with very different visions for their day. Mel wants a simple, ‘low-maintenance’ wedding but Len wants a big bash complete with many Irish trimmings. The catch – he’s leaving all the organizing, designing and decision making to Mel as he sits on the sidelines. Will Wedding Planner Angelique Sobschak be able to make these two come together in time for their big day? Or will Mel lose it before then?
Planner: Angelique Sobschak
Company Name: Angelique’s Weddings & Events
Contact #: Toll Free 1-866-682-9270
Email: info@angeliquesweddings.com
Reena and Peter are a couple in conflict. Reena wants a grand wedding that reflects her traditional Hindu Culture, while Peter thinks they should concentrate less on the wedding and more on saving money for a house. Given Reena’s bulldozer personality and Peter’s passive aggressive tendencies, who will win the budget battles?
Planner: Heidi Allen
Company Name: Brides to Remember Magazine
Contact #: 905-375-1903
Email: heidi@bridestoremember.com
Ashley and Frank get to plan their ideal wedding and have someone pay for the entire day, her mother. Lynda, Ashley’s mom can’t wait to get her daughter and future son-in-law out of her house so she’s more then happy to foot the bill. Wedding Planner Karina Lemke helps put the plans in motion to pull off the stylish event. But how long will it take everyone to notice that if you give a bride an inch…. she might just take a mile?
Planner: Karina Lemke
Company Name: Posies Flower Shop & Event Architect
Contact #: 416-588-9061
Email: karina@posiesflowers.com
Julie wants to have a small intimate affair while her groom Derick wants an over the top winter wonderland themed wedding. Wedding Planner Heidi Allen tries her best to come up with solutions that will please everyone but her efforts are often thwarted by the controlling groom. Can Julie reclaim her day or will Derick steamroll right over her to maintain his vision?
Planner: Heidi Allen
Company Name: Brides to Remember Magazine
Contact #: 905-375-1903
Email: heidi@bridestoremember.com