Posts Categorized: Destination Weddings
A Swanky Palm Springs Destination Wedding: Jordan + Thomas
When Jordan and Thomas envisioned their wedding weekend, they knew it had to be an experience — not just a day. Channeling the timeless sophistication and vintage spirit of Palm Springs, their celebration was the perfect blend of high-end style, vibrant hospitality, and jazz club glamour.
The festivities began with a poolside welcome cocktail party, complete with signature drinks and relaxed conversation under the desert sky. The following evening, guests gathered for an intimate five-course long table dinner catered by Chef Justin Snyder.
The wedding day unfolded at Mr. Lyons Steakhouse, where each space was thoughtfully staged to create a progressive experience — from an intimate ceremony in the lush Conservatory to a swanky, candlelit dinner with tablescapes of deep red blooms and glowing gold lamps. Between courses, guests sipped perfectly mixed martinis and old fashioneds, the air alive with the smooth sounds of live jazz. As the evening continued, the celebration slipped into Seymour’s speakeasy, where the after party carried the night to a spirited close.
The weekend concluded with a Sunday pool party, where friends and family gathered once more to bask in the sunshine, music, and mimosas — the perfect Palm Springs send-off to a celebration that was as stylish as it was heartfelt.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Venue: Mr. Lyons
- Rehearsal Dinner Catering: Chef Justin Snyder
- Rehearsal Dinner Bartending: Mint Bartending
- Photography: Bryanna Broyles
- Florist: Vaso Bello
- Rentals: Bright Event Rentals
- Stationery + Signage: The Millustrator
- Music: Rossi Band
- Pool Party Music: DJ Modgirl
Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Palm Springs Wedding Planner, Palm Springs Destination Wedding
Kelowna Wedding Planner: Dyanna + Ryan
Dyanna and Ryan had the most amazing wedding weekend in the beautiful Okanagan! We kicked off the festivities with a welcome event at 19 Okanagan, a stunning open air restaurant on a golf course.
The next day, the couple tied the knot at Sanctuary Gardens – a picturesque ceremony venue in West Kelowna with stunning views of the lake. Luckily, the rain tapered off right before the ceremony and made for some beautiful photos. The reception was held at The Laurel Packinghouse in downtown Kelowna. Romantic florals and soft fabrics created a beautiful juxtaposition amidst the historic event space, with an open beam ceiling and brick walls.
It’s always such a treat to plan and produce destination weddings and multi-day events in the Kelowna area. Enjoy this look back at Dyanna and Ryan’s Okanagan wedding weekend!
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photographer: Nadia Hung Photography
- Videographer: Uncorked Films
- Welcome Event Venue: 19 Okanagan
- Ceremony Venue: Sanctuary Gardens
- Reception Venue: The Laurel Packinghouse
- Catering & Bartending: Cocktails & Canapes
- Officiant: Your Ceremony by Alex
- Welcome Event Music: Jeff Piatelli
- Ceremony Music: Marliese and Conner von Huene
- Reception Music: DJ Invizible
- Rentals: All Occasions + Perspective Event Design
- Florist: Minim Designs
- Cake: Flour & Cake
- Transportation: Kelowna Limo
- Hair Stylists: Natasha Ann Stylist
- Bride’s Makeup: Allure by Chelsea
- Makeup Artists: Lizzii Burnett
- Gowns: Bylando Boutique, Milla Nova
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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Kelowna Wedding Planner, Okanagan Wedding Planner
Palm Springs Destination Wedding Part 2: Haley + Marco
The wedding venue for Haley and Marco’s Palm Springs destination wedding, Toscana Country Club, is unique from most desert venues in that it has lush landscaping, gorgeous stone architecture, and truly feels like you are in Italy. As Palm Springs Wedding Planners and Designers, we decided to embrace the Tuscan vibe of the venue while incorporating a little bit of Palm Springs character.
The result? Tuscan Garden meets Palm Springs Glam! Romantic, floral and contemporary with a splash of edginess. Our colour story was based around olive green, cream and dusty rose, with accents of black and ochre yellow.
Haley had recently graduated culinary school, so food and drinks were very important! Immediately following the ceremony, tray-passed appetizers were served on the Garden Terrace, as guests enjoyed the scenery and live music.
For dinner, guests indulged in their choice of New York strip, Chilean sea bass or Napa Valley rack of lamb for their main course. His and hers signature cocktails were aptly named “Chef’s Kiss” and “McDavid in the Desert,” as the Edmonton Oilers were in the playoffs at the time of the wedding (the couple rarely misses a game).
The reception was held in an outdoor space called “The Olive Grove,” which was filled with gorgeous olive trees. We designed a unique layout to optimize the al-fresco experience. Guests dined at a mix of long wooden rectangle tables and rounds covered in luxe linens. We used black as an accent through the chairs and flatware to bring in a modern vibe to a traditional setting. Two lounge seating areas with contemporary pieces included accents of ochre yellow and dusty rose; colored marble and fluted tables added texture and interest to the vignettes.
The after party was held indoors at Toscana Country Club, and we transformed the space so it felt like a nightclub – transitioning guests to the final portion of the celebration. It was an incredible weekend, and we can’t wait to head back to Palm Springs for more destination weddings in the future!
This wedding was featured on Style Me Pretty, and you can check out Part 1 here.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Venue: Toscana Country Club
- Photo + Video: Jacob & Pauline
- Officiant: Rev Marlon Martinez
- Florist: Native Poppy
- Rentals: Bright Event Rentals, Signature, Folklore, Catalog Atelier
- Lighting: The Perfect Touch
- Stationery + Signage: J. Gartner Studio
- Ceremony + Cocktail Music: Whitney Lyman
- Reception Music: Red Shoe DJ (Manny)
- Cake: Sam Samm’s
- Transportation: Cardiff Limo / US Coachways
- Hair + Makeup: Triplow Beauty
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Palm Springs Wedding Planner, Palm Springs Destination Wedding
Palm Springs Destination Wedding Part 1: Haley + Marco
Palm Springs has always been a bucket list destination for us, so when we got the call from Haley and Marco, it was a match made in wedding planning heaven!
Over 150 guests joined the couple in the Palm Springs area for a weekend of celebration. It was important that we designed events reflective of Haley and Marco’s fun-loving personalities. They are social butterflies and love to host their friends – FUN was a priority!
Haley and Marco hosted a “welcome fiesta” on Cinco de Mayo the day prior to the wedding (since it fell on May 5th). The event was held at a private residence in Indian Wells, and was brightly decorated with vibrant colours, florals and pool lanterns. Guests indulged in signature margaritas, tacos and churros, and were serenaded by a Mariachi band. It was the perfect way to kick off the weekend festivities.
This wedding was featured on the front page of Style Me Pretty, and you can check out Part 2 here.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photo + Video: Jacob & Pauline
- Catering: Taca Tacos
- Bartending: Mint Bartending
- Live Music: Palm Springs Mariachi
- Florist: Native Poppy
- Rentals: Bright Event Rentals
- Lighting: The Perfect Touch
- Stationery + Signage: J. Gartner Design
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Palm Springs Wedding Planner, Palm Springs Destination Wedding
Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Planner: Claudia + Liz
Claudia and Liz’s destination wedding at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge radiated beauty – both of the scenery and their love for one another. Over 100 of their nearest and dearest travelled from across Canada to celebrate them in late September, an absolutely stunning time of year in the Rocky Mountains.
Their outdoor ceremony was set in front of the glistening turquoise waters of Lac Beauvert on Whistlers Plateau, and they dined and danced in the Golf Clubhouse with both a band and DJ keeping guests on their feet all night long!
Featured on Rocky Mountain Bride
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Lead: Jennifer)
- Venue: Jasper Park Lodge
- Photographer: Robyn Paige
- Officiant: Laura Klotz
- Florist: Alpenflora
- Band: Slow Walkin’ Walter
- DJ: Jasper’s Alpine DJ
- Hair + Makeup: Sheena Rae
- Stationery + Signage: J. Gartner Studio
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Jasper Wedding Planner, Destination Wedding Planner
Canmore Wedding Planner: Teagan + Chris
Teagan and Chris had to reschedule their wedding day twice due to the COVID-19 pandemic! They persevered, and when they were finally able to celebrate with their loved ones in beautiful Canmore, they were able to share the occasion with their new baby daughter, Winnie.
This gorgeous, timeless wedding is featured on the Rocky Mountain Bride blog.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Lead: Jennifer)
- Venue: The Malcolm Canmore
- Officiant: Cathy Yost
- Photography: Nikki Collette Photography
- Videography: Parfait Productions
- Florist: Fall for Florals
- Rentals: Modern Rentals
- Music: New Soul Duo
- Invitations: Minted
- Stationery + Signage: Wedding Designs By Anika
- Hair + Makeup: Blush & Coco
- Transportation: AMPM Limousines
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
Victoria Wedding Planner: Jahan + Michael (Pt 2)
Day 2 of Jahan + Michael’s Victoria destination wedding was one for the books! We woke up to perfect weather in Brentwood Bay. The bridal party spent the morning getting ready before Jahan + Michael shared a private first look. Guests were shuttled to a gorgeous ceremony location just a few minutes from the resort – Langtry Walk. They returned for cocktails, dinner and the most epic dance party at Brentwood Bay Resort!
If you haven’t already checked out Day 1 of the festivities, here’s the link to that post. We hope you enjoy this wedding as much as we did.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Ceremony Venue: Langtry Walk
- Reception Venue: Brentwood Bay Resort
- Photography: Fragment of Light
- Florist: Rook & Rose
- Officiant: JoAnn Reid
- Cake: Tweet’s Sweets
- Rentals: Trend Décor Rentals
- Stationery: Love Letters Co.
- Transportation: Wilson’s Transportation LTD.
- Ceremony Musicians: The Bach Alley
- Reception Music: Urban Metropolis Entertainment
- Hair + Makeup: Heartwood & Co
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Jennifer, Event Producer and Designer | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Victoria Wedding Planner
Victoria Wedding Planner: Jahan + Michael (Pt 1)
Jahan and Michael chose to have an intimate destination wedding where Michael grew up on Vancouver Island. The dreamy Brentwood Bay Resort was the perfect fit to give their guests an experiential weekend on the beautiful West Coast.
The wedding events began with a Pithi and Mandvo on the Terrace, where guests were invited to have Mehndi done by a talented Henna Artist. Later that evening, the Sangeet celebration was held on the pool deck. Guests dined on fusion cuisine and danced the night away!
Stay tuned for Part 2 – the Wedding Day…
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Venue: Brentwood Bay Resort
- Photography: Fragment of Light
- Florist: Rook & Rose
- Rentals: Trend Décor Rentals
- Music: Urban Metropolis Entertainment
- Stationery: Love Letters Co.
- Hair + Makeup: Heartwood & Co.
- Henna Artist: Jasmine’s Henna
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Jennifer, Event Producer and Designer | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Victoria Wedding Planner