Weddings are the special moments where we celebrate love between two people… and do they ever come with a lot of celebrations! If you’ve planned a wedding, been part of the wedding party or just attended a lot of weddings, you know it’s not just the wedding day itself that is an important event. There is an abundance of other important occasions to host, plan, decorate, cater or cook for on this sometimes long and winding journey down the aisle.

Most weddings, bridal showers, bachelorettes or engagement parties consist of the same things each time: toasts, food, cake, flowers and activities… That’s why it is the unique and creative details that stand out and are remembered the most. So, where do you start? Well, a table that is tailored to your personality and wedding theme, as well as one that is engaging for guests, is one way to make your event remarkable and distinguish it from all the others! Unanticipated centerpieces, individualized place settings, or interactive decorative accents are just what a table setting needs to be noteworthy. Your tablescape should be charged with a distinctiveness that can only be yours, while still making guests feel comfortable and appreciated!

With a variety of accents, textures, patterns, and shapes to choose from, it is easy to get planning your unique tablescape. Let this table setting inspire you to try something new with your table décor for any event you are hosting this wedding season!

Gold and Greenery

Gold and green are two classic colours that you can’t go wrong with. You’ll find them on many traditional wedding tables, but if you are going for a more contemporary tablescape, they can also be incorporated into more modern and innovative styles. Our green garland that weaves its way down the center of the table is a classic look, but right on trend for 2017, and the gold detailing of the Facet Flatware is subtle and adds sophistication to the table. Small accents such as these can bring something old and something new to your setting!

Summer Citrus

Citrus colours, such as green and yellow, pair perfectly for a summer wedding. Bright and fruity, they will keep your table fun, fresh and festive. Our yellow Monaco tablecloth,for instance, adds a light linen touch in a beautiful hue. But don’t stop there for fruity décor! With fruits being all the rage, we couldn’t resist adding in some pineapple accents, like the Tropical Drinking Jars and the Pineapple Spoon Rest. We even included actual fruit as part of our decoration for the center of the table. If you plan on doing something similar, why not offer the fruit for guests to have later on with dessert?

Personalized and Organized

If you want to plan an event everyone will remember fondly, you have to make sure that you show your guests you thought about their experience (even if these events are to celebrate specific people).  Each place setting is an opportunity to spread the love, show you care, and keep the event convenient for everyone. A tea light for every place setting, like we did with the Glass Flower Tealight Holder, creates a special atmosphere for every guest. Mixed and matched drink markers from our Cactus, Pretty Woman, and Watermelon Wine Glass Marker sets are a cheerful embellishment that makes sure glasses won’t get mixed up as the night goes on. These details may be small gestures, but in the end will mean a lot for the guests and the happy couple.

Tabletop Action

For a playful way to decorate the center of your table, place a drink dispenser, like we did, directly on the table. Guests will appreciate the easy access to a cool drink, like lemon and lime infused water, to help them cool down, especially if you are planning an outdoor reception during the warmest months of the year. Served on our Pearl Sea Platter, we even added some extra limes and lemons in the center table. They make a thirst-quenching decorative accent, and guests are free to garnish their own drinks. Why not!?

Love Is All You Need

Let’s not forget, these events are for celebrating love and romance! That being said, it won’t be a mistake to show hints of it in your décor. Our All You Need Is Love Hurricane doubles as a statement vase and we took advantage of that on our table. We filled it up with white and yellow roses and complemented them with lively sprigs of greenery. Try the same, and your guests won’t be able to resist the amorous charm!

Mix Materials

For a summer event, especially if the reception is in the open air, mixing materials, patterns, and textures can add dynamic depth, feel, and character to your tablescape. This is what we did for our table. Our Viva White Dinnerware Set is made of porcelain, while for serveware, the Flora bowl and Triana Plate are made of glass, the placemat is birch wood and our Flare glassware are acrylic. By combining a variety of materials, you create a vibrant tablescape for all to enjoy!

Helping you bring out smiles at all your summer wedding events,

Wedding season is fast approaching, and we all know that they are joyous, enjoyable, and exciting occasions, but they can also be packed with traditions that are hard to keep track of. Knowing what to do, and when to do it, is very important!

Whether you are the bride or groom, part of the wedding party, or simply a wedding guest, gifts are a fundamental aspect of this significant milestone. This is the beginning of an incredible journey; the soon-to-be newlyweds are preparing to build a lifetime of love together, create their home, and perhaps raise a family, not to mention whatever other ambitions, hobbies, or adventures that might make up their dreams!

For both the gift-givers and gift-receivers, the goal is the same: Get the gifts that are just right! Though the purpose is the same, how do you make sure you ask for the right things or you purchase the gifts that the couple will love most?

Luckily, Stokes is here to help! Looking for a great gift when there’s no registry? Trying to figure out how much to spend or what type of gift to purchase depending on your relationship to the couple? We have plenty of options for you. Or, if you’re looking to get inspired about what to ask for or what to purchase for yourselves for your new home, we have some great suggestions for couples who are looking to cover all the bases!  So, take a look at our top wedding shop items and you’ll see that whether you are buying more or giving more, you’ll save more on wedding gifts at Stokes!

Ideas For The Nesting Newlyweds-To-Be

If you’re looking to make cooking fun

Our Swissmar Eiger Cast Aluminum Raclette Grill is a great entertaining tool. Perfect for just two, double dates, or a get-together with friends, making food together will be exciting and a great bonding experience.

If you want your home to have a modern and minimalist décor

The Sphere Light provides a contemporary decorative touch and will brighten any corner of your home. Its geometric shape will give any room an atmosphere just as unique and edgy as you are.

Don’t forget items you can use together

Keep the fire alive with a fun fondue date night or finish off a day on the slopes with a delicious après-ski. Our Swissmar Zurich 3-in-1 Electrical Fondue Set makes meals fun, easy and safe thanks to its electric heat source.

If you’re looking for items with everyday use

A premium quality kettle is a good way to elevate some of your everyday routines. On top of boiling water quicker than a microwave or stovetop, the Monarch Electric Kettle has a rotating base, LED light indicator and auto shut-off function. This appliance is designed with your convenience in mind.

If you’re looking for an item that will stand the test of time

For every new homeowner, a white set of dishes is an essential. Made of durable porcelain with features like classic-lines and an enduring design, the Viva White Dinnerware Set is great for everyday use and for special occasions.

If you’re looking to up your entertaining game

Good stemware is indispensable to a couple who likes to entertain. Made in Germany, the Riedel Collection’s sparkling crystal craftsmanship ensures a superior drinking experience and lasting durability. Find the complete Riedel collection here.

Ideas for The Gifting Guests

For the couple that has everything

The Monsieur Bar Drink Dispenser holds 3 bottles, each slotting neatly into its own place, which automatically dispenses exactly 1 oz shots of your favourite booze. This unique electric item will bring a fun flare to the newlywed’s home and what’s more? You can be pretty confident they won’t already have it!

For a colleague

Gifting to a colleague has to be a balance between a thoughtful gift and not over-stepping any boundaries. A flatware set like our Lancaster II 84 piece set is a gift that is useful and will be used on a regular basis because of its elegant design sure to complement any dinnerware set!

If you’re in the wedding party and you’ve busted your budget

Being a bridesmaid or a groomsman can definitely push the limits of any good budget. An elegantly designed piece of serveware, like our set of 3 Leaf Plates, is a practical item that many people won’t purchase for themselves.

If you’re a close family member or friend and want to help them nest

A home is more than just 4 walls and the bare-necessities! Make sure their house is a home by gifting them lovely Picture Frames, so that the newlyweds can display cherished memories on any mantle, desk or table in their home! Extra points for including pictures!

If you’re going to pitch-in with a group of friends

Collaborating for a wedding gift is a good way to make your choice of gift simpler and you can buy something that is more significant! Our Remy Olivier Bremen 12 piece Cookware Set is a professional quality set that will make dinner time a breeze.

If you’re gifting to a couple that likes to try something new

If these newlyweds like to be adventurous in the kitchen then the thinkkitchen Gelato Electric Ice Cream Maker is an excellent choice of gift. Couples can create rich and creamy ice cream in less than 30 minutes!

Helping you navigate wedding season like it’s a breeze!