RFC:- Tell us a little bit about Vivian’s Decorations and Design and what you do?

VDD:- Actually, I started out doing coordination, but then my creative side couldn’t be held back any longer, so it evolved into Vivian’s Decorations & Designs. I wanted to help brides who don’t necessarily have a kazillion dollars, but still want their wedding to be pretty, but not overdone. I do this because I like to do! One of my brides described me as…”She is a little bit more casual than most vendors, but we enjoyed it and made it feel like we were talking to a peer who was looking our for our best interests instead of a vendor who wanted us to sign a contract”. She described my style to a tee. I LOVED that!

RFC:- How long have you been in business, and where are you located?

VDD:- I started my business in 2005 with my older sister’s wedding. I don’t have a showroom yet, but I’m located in Mississauga, Ont.

RFC:- What other services do you provide?

VDD:- I do decor – head tables, cake tables, backdrops etc. I also provide linens, chair covers, centrepieces etc

RFC:- How many people are part of your team? Do you have assistants that work with you?

VDD:- I work with my lovely sisters! They have been a great help and my business wouldn’t be where it is without them. i heart them!

RFC:- What is your favorite wedding theme right now?

VDD:- I love to see damask at weddings. I think that’s it’s so elegant.

RFC:- Give us some of your ideas of wedding trends that will be hot for 2009?

VDD:- A lot of my brides are booking packages with shades of purple – aubergine & plum and shades of teal, turquoise and aqua. Chocolate is still popular as well.

RFC:- Tell us about any mixups or things gone wrong at a wedding…

VDD:- I’ve been fortunate to not have any serious mixups, but I once had a bride who canceled on me twice. They hired me, then said they weren’t getting married, then they were then they weren’t. all i got was an email that said ” we’re not getting married anymore. thanks”

RFC:- What 3 items would we always find in your purse?

VDD:- My blackberry, my lip gloss & chapstick

 

RFC:- Favorite Movie?

VDD:- What dreams may come

RFC:- Business Mantra?

VDD:- Simple, straight forward and with a smile.

RFC:- Tell us what you love the most about the wedding industry?

VDD:- I love the brides who really appreciate what we do. The ones who take the time and say “thank you, you made my experience and my day”

RFC:- Tell us something most people don’t know about you, and would be shocked to find out?

VDD:- ah…well…there’s so many things…LOL

RFC:- Where do you see your business in 5 years?

VDD:- I see it in a showroom doing weddings and corporate events.

Finish this sentence… “No matter how much you paid me, I would never….”

VDD:- “….sell my soul to the devil”

RFC:- Favorite Quote?

VDD:- “God doesn’t do things for fun” – My mom

RFC:- What can we look forward to seeing from you in ’09?

VDD:- Luxury Brown – upscale decor for the everyday bride! I wanted to bring a little bit of glam for the brides who want it, but don’t have the budget to go crazy with it.It will be all about beautiful fabrics – satins, taffetas, chiffons – feathers, “diamonds” and more!

 

Thanks so much Vivian!  We’re soo excited to see the new Luxury Brown Collection! To get in touch with Vivian to discuss decor ideas for your wedding, you may contact her by phone in the Greater Toronto area @ 416 315 0584 and Chicagoland – 1 866 518 8463.  Also, please visit Vivian’s website,  www.vdecordesigns.com or by email, v.decordesign@gmail.com.