Arizona is a popular vacation and winter home destination for many Albertans – why not celebrate your wedding in the warm, dry heat with spectacular sunsets and stunning desert backdrops?!

Paula + Sheldon did just that. To celebrate their love and unite their two families, they decided to host a destination wedding experience in one of their favorite locations: Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. A luxury hotel nestled in the foothills of Pinnacle Peak, this has been a special place since they first met, and was a natural choice for their wedding weekend location.

Friday kicked off the weekend events with an early morning golf tournament at The Boulders Golf Club – one of the top 12 golf resorts in the world. Later that evening, we welcomed guests with a casual Cowboy Cookout at Proof Restaurant overlooking the McDowell Mountains. Attendees were encouraged to wear western attire, and the menu was rich with hearty southwestern favorites.

The wedding day arrived with clear blue skies and sunshine. The ceremony was held outdoors on the Four Seasons Troon Lawn overlooking a picturesque desert scene. Immediately following the ceremony, guests were served drinks and canapés on a nearby terrace while the lawn was transformed for dinner. At the reception guests enjoyed a 4-course meal and several heartfelt toasts. As a surprise for the groom from his bride, we arranged for a spectacular fireworks display timed perfectly after one minute of their first dance outdoors under the stars!

Still brimming with excitement after the fireworks spectacle, guests were ushered into the Ironwood Ballroom for the after-party, where music from top Arizona DJs Desert House Productions filled the ballroom with expectant energy. Flooded with pink, orange and purple lighting, the space was designed to convey a desert sunset, signifying the end to an amazing weekend of events.

Winner of the 2014 Canadian Event Industry Star Award for Best Wedding and featured on Style Me Pretty, this wedding is full of bright and beautiful details. Enjoy this gorgeous collection of images from Stephanie Fay Photography.

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
Scottsdale / Phoenix, Arizona Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photographer: Stephanie Fay
  
• Videographer: Bright Bokeh
• Officiant: Mike Kennedy
  
• Stationery: Glossie
  
• EyeLashes: LilyMink
  
• Rentals: Classic Party Rentals
• Cake: Four Seasons
• Live Ceremony / Reception Music: ShouTheory
  
• DJ / Lighting: Desert House Productions
• Hair + Makeup: Allison Pynn
• Gown: Sandrina by Jenny Yoo
  
• Bridesmaid / Flower Girl Dresses: Dessy

Kyle + Chase…where do I begin. They are two of the most kind-hearted gentlemen I know, and anyone who has had the pleasure of meeting them knows they will bend over backwards for their loved ones. Oh, and they’re unbelievably handsome. It’s obvious, but deserves acknowledgment!

It was a perfect summer day at the Fort Edmonton Blatchford Air Hangar. The wedding combined black tie formality (guests dressed in black, white or grey) with an outdoor, carefree vibe – a theme that is very reflective of Kyle + Chase’s personalities.

They exchanged vows under a live tree covered with ribbons and over 3,000 paper cranes. The first dance (Tracy Chapman’s ‘The Promiss’) was performed by singer/songwriter Krystle Dos Santos, while guests lit sparklers and surrounded the happy couple. It was truly a magical moment!

This beautiful wedding was featured in Blush Magazine’s Fall/Winter 2014 issue. Head over to the online feature to read more about their wedding and incredible proposal story!

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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• Coordination + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Brianna Hughes Photography
• Officiant: Tammy Banting
• Caterer: Elizabethan Catering
• Stationery: Monica Gault
• Florist: faBLOOMosity
• Decor: Special Event Rentals
• Ceremony + Reception Music: Premiere DJs (DJ Kidslim)
• First Dance Song: Krystle Dos Santos
• Hair (Grooms): Patricia J. Hair Designer
• Hair (Bridesmaids): Bailey Gartner
• Makeup: Dana Creran
• Kyle’s Suit: Dolce & Gabbana
• Chase’s Suit: Tom Ford

Lindsay + Ben are such a sweet couple. Their October wedding day was filled with big, warm smiles from all their family and friends. I just love the look on Ben’s face as he sees Lindsay walk down the aisle at St. Albert Catholic Parish!

Their timeless ivory and gold reception at Matrix Hotel featured a killer candy bar and amazing entertainment – duelling pianists Jesse Peters and Tiff Hall kept guests on the dance floor all night!

Enjoy a glimpse into their love story captured by Nicole Ashley Photography.

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Nicole Ashley
• Invitations/Stationery: Sister of Bride
  
• Florist: FaBLOOMosity
• Décor: Special Event Rentals (Linens), River City Event Rentals (Chairs), Elegant Touches (Vases)
• Cake + Cupcakes: Crave Cupcakes
• Reception Music: Jesse Peters Music – Duelling Pianos
• Transportation: Revolution Limousine
• Hair Stylist: Jenn Chivers
• Makeup Artist: Anita Gill
• Gown: Tara Keely from Novelle Bridal 

Two of my closest friends were married in Victoria last fall, and I had the honour of playing double duty as wedding planner and guest! The seaside ceremony and intimate reception were held at Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa – a luxurious getaway named one of the Top 10 Resorts in Canada by Condé Nast Traveler.

I could go on and on about this one, but I’ll let Jesse Holland’s beautiful pictures do the talking instead – enjoy!

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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• Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Jesse Holland Photography 
• Officiant: Marian Marsh
• Stationery: Pinkpolka Wedding Design
• Florist: Verbena Floral Design
• Rentals – Charger Plates: Pedersen’s Vancouver
• Rentals – Table Runners: Special Event Rentals
• Burlap Aisle Runner: Rustic Chicks Designs
• Ceremony Drapery: Decorate Victoria
• Ceremony Music: Harbour Strings
• Reception Music: DJ Clinton – Capital City DJs 
• Hair + Makeup: Belle Amour
• Gown: Theia from Novelle Bridal

Katrina + David were married in a beautiful outdoor ceremony last summer at Edmonton’s Royal Glenora Club. The sun was shining, the skies were blue – you’d never guess there was a torrential downpour just one hour before the ceremony was scheduled to begin! Luckily with some great teamwork we swapped out the chair cushions just in time to seat guests and send Katrina down the aisle looking absolutely angelic.

Just For You Photography was on hand to capture all the beautiful moments of the day, including the couple’s “first look” at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. After the wedding Katrina + David enjoyed an amazing honeymoon in Italy!

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Coordination + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Just For Your Photography
  
• Officiant: Bill Bulger
  
• Stationery: Pinkpolka Wedding Design
• Florals: Wild Orchid
  
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
  
• Cupcakes: Whimsical Cake Studio
  
• Ice Sculpture: Ice Works
• Ceremony Music: Marilyn Bulger (Harpist)
• Reception Music: Baseline DJs
• Transportation: Esquire Limousine
• Hair Stylist: Jenn Chivers
  
• Makeup Artist: Priya Kapur
  
• Gown: Enzoani Fatima from The Bridal House
  
• Groom/Groomsmen: Tuxedo House
  

Wendy + Ian’s wedding was published in WedLuxe Magazine’s Winter/Spring 2014 issue, but we haven’t yet blogged it! In honour of their first anniversary (today!), here’s a look at their incredible wedding at The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.

The week leading up to the wedding was quite eventful as the area suffered catastrophic flooding, resulting in the highway being closed. Thankfully it reopened just a couple days before the wedding and everything carried on as planned. We also lucked out with a warm and sunny day for the outdoor ceremony set on Bow Valley Terrace with a postcard-perfect view.

Enjoy Wendy + Ian’s love story as captured by the talented C.J. Scott Photography!

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Wedding Coordination + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: C.J Scott Photography
• Officiant: Bruce Adlington
• Stationery: First Snowfall (Etsy)
• Florist: faBLOOMosity
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals Banff
• Cake: The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
• Reception Music: Livin’ & Dancin’ DJ Services
• Hair: Sherri Pasquini
• Makeup: Karen Malcolm
• Gown: Vera Wang (Diana) from Blush Bridal & Special Occasions 
• Accessories: Elsa Corsi
• Shoes: Valentino from Holt Renfrew
• Bridesmaid Dresses: Jim Hjelm Occasions
• Formal Wear: Prada from Holt Renfrew

Chock full of personal details and unique touches, it’s no surprise that Alexis + Tom’s charming summer wedding was featured in the latest issue of Blush Magazine.

The entire celebration was held at Christ Church – a beautiful 1920s church in the heart of downtown Edmonton that looks like it belongs in Europe! An intimate late afternoon ceremony flowed right into an outdoor cocktail hour complete with delicious appetizers, lawn games and an assortment of refreshing drinks such as cucumber water and strawberry lemonade. 

At the reception guests were treated to a decadent family style dinner catered by Culina and an illustrious dessert table full of cakes and pies made with love by family members.

Her keen eye and love for bicycles made Blake Loates the perfect fit to photograph this wedding! Enjoy a glimpse of Alexis + Tom’s big day below.

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Wedding Coordination + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Blake Loates
• Catering: Culina Catering
• Stationery: Pinkpolka Wedding Design
• Florals: faBLOOMosity
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
• Cake: Cake Couture
• Reception Music: Mr. Entertainment
  
• Hair: Headlines
• Makeup: Suzanne Dargis
  
• Gown: Paloma Blanca from jojobride

Catherine + Neal’s Royal Mayfair Golf Club wedding was recently featured in Edmonton’s own Bridal Fantasy Magazine. 

They chose to incorporate traditions from both of their backgrounds. Neal and his groomsmen wore Scottish kilts and his grandmother gave a blessing in Gaelic before dinner. To represent Catherine’s Polish side, perogies and cabbage rolls were served at the rehearsal dinner and the marriage commissioner said a few words in Polish before the ceremony began. A very unique element of the ceremony was a Celtic handfasting using the official tartans of Alberta and Nova Scotia, representing the bride and groom’s places of birth.

Their favourite moment of the day? “Seeing each other for the first time was both awesome and hilarious. The anticipation and excitement is so evident in the photos. Our other favourite part was listening to everyone’s speeches. Each of them was so heartfelt and funny – we felt very special.”

Enjoy a sneak peek into this wedding through Carey Nash‘s talented eyes…

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Coordination + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Carey Nash Photography
  
• Officiant: Todzia Aird
• Backdrop: katebackdrop
• Florals: FaBLOOMosity
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
  
• Drapery Canopy: Site 6 Events
• Cupcakes: Cake Couture
  
• Ceremony Music: McDades Celtic Trio 
• Reception Music: Premiere DJs / Urban Metropolis 
• Transportation: Eternity Limousine
• Hair Stylist: Bailey Gartner
• Makeup Artist: N2 Makeup Artistry
  
• Gown: Pure Bridal
  
• Groom/Groomsmen: Scottish Imports