Lezlie and Michael were married at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald on a beautiful October day. The sky was bright blue, the sun was shining, and orange leaves still dusted the trees in Edmonton’s gorgeous River Valley. Living in Montreal, the couple wanted their special day to be easy for their guests, and for the focus to be on connection and celebration.

Family is so important to Lezlie and Michael that they chose to have all their siblings in the Wedding Party, including their adorable nephews and nieces walk (and dance!) down the aisle. The traditional Jewish ceremony took place under a custom chuppah covered in greens, willow and ombré florals.

Immediately following the ceremony as they were walking back down the aisle, The Counterfitz took to the stage to play the Hora, while photos of the bride and groom’s grandparents were displayed on a large screen next to the stage. The rest of the evening was full of energy, good food and dancing! A farewell brunch the next morning wrapped up the glorious weekend.

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Edmonton Wedding Planner

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Credits:

• Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Nicole Ashley Photography
• Videographer: Plaid Collar Films
• Officiant: Rabbi Kliel Rose
• Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
• Ceremony Music: Marc Beaudin of The Counterfitz
• Reception DJ: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
• Band: The Counterfitz
• Florist: Fabloomosity
• Dessert Table: The Muffin Top Bake Shop
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
• Chuppah Structure: Site 6
• Hair: Pam Poch, Dianne, Rashelle Beaudry
• Makeup: Colleen Nuc
• Favours: Montreal Steak Spice

Jessica and Jayson were married on a gorgeous fall day. They held both their wedding and reception celebration at The Oasis Centre with over 300 loved ones in attendance.

One of the first steps in the wedding planning process is identifying what elements of the experience are most important to a bride and groom. For Jessica and Jayson, excellent and abundant food and drinks topped the list, along with photography, good music and an awesome party!

After a beautiful ceremony, we transformed the Grand Hall with three different table designs in a palette of ivory, champagne and a gradient of pinks from blush to burgundy. Bold lighting enhanced the grandeur of the space, adding drama and ambience.

Before heading to the dance floor, guests helped themselves to an expansive dessert table including the couple’s favourites: eclairs, tiramisu, cannolis and mini apple pies. The beautiful images below are courtesy of the ever-so-talented Just Married Photography team. Enjoy!

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Just Married Photography
• Videographer: YEG Wedding Films
• Officiant: Tammy Banting
• Ceremony Music: Keri Lynn Zwicker
• Cocktail / Dinner Music: Don Berner Band
• Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
• Caterer: Stir Catering
• Florist: Laurel’s On Whyte
• Wedding Cake: The Art of Cake
• Photo Booth: Ready, Set, Booth
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
• Lighting: Production Lighting
• Transportation: Esquire Limousine
• Hair + Makeup: Sen Studios
• Bridal Gown: La Sposa
• Bridesmaids: Dessy from Novelle Bridal

Donna + Olivier are from two very different backgrounds and opposite ends of the country, but love has a way of bringing people together when they least expect it.

Olivier is from Halifax, so they flew out there for their engagement session with Sharon Litchfield and got some incredible, picturesque photos. Their September wedding festivities incorporated several Chinese traditions including a morning Tea Ceremony, door games and a 10-course dinner at Golden Rice Bowl Restaurant.

After an elegant ceremony at Winspear Centre with classical music and timeless décor, the Wedding Party took photos at the newly opened Rogers Place (Donna is a huge Edmonton Oilers fan)! After dinner the newlyweds shared a romantic first dance surrounded with sparklers and continued celebrating with their 250 guests until the early morning.

The whole day was a perfect blend of two families and two cultures. Enjoy this sneak peek at Donna + Oli’s love story!

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Sharon Litchfield
• Officiant: Howard Saunders
• Ceremony Music: Terry McDade – Harpist
• Reception Music: Baseline DJ
• Florist: Laurel’s On Whyte
• Wedding Cake: The Art of Cake
• Sheet Cakes: Garden Bakery
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
• Transportation: Esquire Limousine
• Hair + Makeup: Sen Studios

Jocelynn and Sam wanted a carefree wedding day they could spend creating memories with their loved ones. Family is very important to them, which was clear with their choice to include all their siblings, nieces and nephews in the wedding party.

After sharing a ‘first look’ and an afternoon of photos in Edmonton’s River Valley and at Woodwork restaurant, Jocelynn and Sam made their way to The Westin Edmonton. Their late afternoon ceremony was beautifully personalized by Barbara of Threshold Ceremonies, and was set under a handcrafted arbour lovingly made by Jocelynn’s father.

Guests joined the newlyweds for cocktails and refreshments before sitting down for a delicious meal and heartfelt toasts. The ballroom was simple and elegant with pops of blue, silver and greenery amidst an all-white canvas. Talent Productions provided the soundtrack for the evening and everyone danced the night away.

Sharon Litchfield never ceases to amaze with her ability to produce breathtaking images (though her subject matter wasn’t exactly difficult to shoot)!

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Edmonton Wedding Day Management

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Credits:

• Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photographer: Sharon Litchfield
• Officiant: Barbara Parker – Threshold Ceremonies
• Ceremony Music: Kimberly McCreery
• DJ: Talent Productions
• Florist: Therese Lopez Florals
• Rentals: All West Weddings
• Invitations + Stationery: Wink Ink Design Co.
• Hair + Makeup: Blushed Beaute
• Gown: The Bridal House

Kailey + Dave were the epitome of elegance on their September wedding day at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Not a bit phased by Mother Nature’s plans for rain and forest fire smoke, they focused on what matters most about a wedding: soaking in every moment of love from their family and friends.

Kailey and her mother spent months planning so many beautiful details for the day, and sourcing décor from as far as the South of France where Kailey spent time visiting Dave the year leading up to the wedding.

The colour scheme reflected natural shades found in the Canadian Rockies, including hues of greys and dusty blues. Wooden harvest tables and vineyard chairs retained just the right amount of rustic flair, while gold geometric and marble accents added modern elements to the design.

Following a romantic ceremony set in front of an impressive stone fireplace in the Main Lodge, the couple took off for photos in Kailey’s father’s Triumph TR6 convertible! The night ended with the ultimate comfort food inspired by the newlyweds’ initials: deluxe “KD” mac ‘n’ cheese.

Clearly we aren’t the only ones who were wowed by this wedding. Kailey + Dave’s big day was featured in two amazing Canadian magazines: the Fall/Winter 2018 issues of Weddingbells Magazine and Blush Magazine. Here’s a sampling of the gorgeous images by Nicole Ashley Photography and a captivating video by Juan and Angie.

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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Planner, Jasper Wedding Planner

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Credits:

• Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Nicole Ashley Photography
• Videography: Juan and Angie
• Officiant: Gloria Kongsrud
• Ceremony Music: Marilyn Bulger (Jasper Harpist)
• Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
• Stationery: Minted
• Florist: Fabloomosity
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals + Great Events Rentals
• Cake + Dessert Table: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
• Hair + Makeup: Behind the Blush
• Gown: Monique Lhuillier from White Toronto

Nelia and Brennan wanted to celebrate their wedding with a close group of family and friends, and decided on a destination wedding so the festivities could be spread over a weekend. Their love of great wine and warm weather made Kelowna the perfect choice – I mean, who wouldn’t want to be married in a vineyard!?

We arranged for shuttle transportation to take everyone from downtown Kelowna to the ceremony site at Ex Nihilo Winery in Lake Country. Forest fires in the Okanagan region made the view a bit hazy, but it was still a stunningly beautiful backdrop for their vows. Following the ceremony, guests enjoyed sparkling wine and passed canapés in the vineyard.

The reception was held at a true gem of a venue – The Laurel Packinghouse in downtown Kelowna. The building is part of the Kelowna Museums Society and its exposed brick, wooden beam ceiling and hardwood floors made it the perfect canvas for an Industrial Glam design. A soft neutral palette of whites, creams, blush and gold added romance to the setting. Lush greenery runners and a stunning hanging greens head table backdrop brought life and vibrancy to the space. Ample candlelight on the tables and café lights strung from the ceiling beams added a warm, welcoming glow to the event.

The four-course meal was one of the best we’ve ever had at a wedding, and that’s all thanks to Details Catering. The perogies appetizer course was a nod to Brennan’s Ukrainian heritage and this was certainly a highlight of the meal. An absolute must-have for Nelia and Brennan was McDonald’s cheeseburgers as a late night snack! Their wishes were fulfilled, and guests munched on the McD’s delicacies while dancing up a storm to the mixes of DJ Invizible.

Featured in the Fall/Winter 2018 issue of Weddingbells Magazine, here’s a sampling of the gorgeous images by Jenna Hill Photography and a fantastic highlight video of their day by Tailored Fit Films.

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Kelowna Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Caterer: Details Catering
• Photography: Jenna Hill Photography
• Videography: Tailored Fit Films
• Officiant: Darlene Samin
• Ceremony Music: Jeff Piattelli
• Reception Music: DJ Invizible (Kevin Moore)
• Rentals: Vintage Origami / All Occasions Party and Event Rentals
• Florist: New Leaf Floral
• Invitations + Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations and Stationery
• Cake + Cupcakes: Kakes by Kathie
• Limo: Okanagan Limousine
• Shuttle: Distinctly Kelowna
• Hair: Inspirado Designs
• Makeup: Jenny McKinney
• Gown: kate Bridal

Jessie + Mat wanted to do something a bit different to celebrate their wedding. Rather than a formal seated dinner, they decided to throw a cocktail reception style event with food stations and plenty of outdoor space for their guests to enjoy Edmonton’s beautiful summer.

Fort Edmonton Park’s Blatchford Hangar was the perfect venue to host this unique soirée, as it offered us the ability to hold an outdoor ceremony that transitioned directly into cocktails and lawn games, with plenty of space for the youthful guest list to run around.

Jessie’s vision for the wedding design was an ethereal garden party with lots of lush greenery, vibrant tones of pinks and gold accents. Mixed styles of seating ensured party-goers could mingle and experience various areas of the Hangar. This included vintage lounge furniture, cruiser tables with stools, round dining tables and tall cocktail tables. Two stages – one for the band, the other for the wooden DJ booth – flanked a centre dance floor with a jaw-dropping greenery chandelier dripping in plumosa and ferns.

Food stations were themed around summer BBQ-style comfort foods including gourmet potato salad, a perogy station with all the fixins’, a prime rib slider station, and a made-to-order pasta action station.

The Counterfitz Band and DJ Twix alternated sets throughout the night, keeping all ages entertained and on the dance floor until the early morning. The newlyweds served their guests a late night snack of hot dogs from the infamous Viking Meats (Jessie’s hometown), alongside a delicious dessert table with treats from The Art of Cake.

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Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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Credits:

• Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Kelly Redinger
• Officiant: Tammy Banting
• DJ: Happy Life – DJ Twix
• Band: The Counterfitz
• Invitations / Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
• Florist: faBLOOMosity
• Dessert Table: The Art of Cake
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals, Neat Rentals, Site 6 Events
• Transportation: Apex Limousine
• Late Night Snack: Viking Hot Dogs
• Hair + Makeup: Behind the Blush
• Gown: Novelle Bridal
• Suits: Suits by Curtis Eliot

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Fernie is a very special place for Kristen + Kendal. They travel there dozens of weekends year round to ski, hike and relax in nature. They love it so much, in fact, that they recently purchased an inn that they are now renovating! Naturally, they wanted their friends and family to experience the beauty of their favourite place, and so they planned a weekend of events to celebrate their marriage.

Friday evening kicked off the weekend with a casual meet & greet hosted at a family cabin. The wedding day brought blue skies and sunshine, and the ceremony was held at a quaint B&B property called Birch Meadows Lodge. Kendal and his father built a beautiful wooden arch and benches for the ceremony seating. Kristen + Kendal said their vows surrounded by mountains in a beautiful meadow full of wildflowers – it couldn’t have been more picturesque.

The Rusty Edge was host to Kristen + Kendal’s reception. It’s a local restaurant / pub that the couple frequents when they’re in town. Using wooden tables and chiavari chairs, natural linen fabrics, lush greenery and white florals, we enhanced the restaurant’s natural, organic aesthetic to stay true to our mountain-loving bride and groom. The next day, guests joined the newlyweds for coffee and pastries to reminisce about the weekend’s events before heading back home.

Photographers Lolo & Noa did a perfect job capturing the essence of Kristen + Kendal’s style. I mean, you couldn’t make this couple look bad if you tried, but we’re still thrilled with how the images turned out!

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Rocky Mountain Wedding Planner

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Credits:

• Wedding Day Management + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Photography: Lolo and Noa
• Pastor: Larry Fry
• Ceremony Music: Linden Anthony
• Reception Music: DJ Jeff McRae
• Invitations: Minted
• Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
• Florist: The Green Petal
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
• Chair Rentals: Patti’s Party Rentals
• Hair + Makeup: Niawigs
• Gown: Grace Loves Lace