Betty and Harry’s love story led them to Jasper, where they celebrated their wedding with an intimate group of their closest family and friends at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. They said their I Do’s on the Lakefront Ridge, incorporating both their cultures: a Chinese tea ceremony and a Greek crowning ceremony.

We designed a long table dinner outside the Milligan Manor, which encapsulated the feeling of a beautiful backyard wedding in the mountains. What you don’t see in these beautiful photos was the little rain cloud that moved in just 30 minutes before dinner was to start! Luckily, the JBW and Fairmont teams were there to save the al fresco reception and quickly dry off chairs before guests sat down to enjoy a delicious 5-course meal with wine pairings.

Featured in the 2023 issue of Blush Magazine.

Credits:

• Full Service Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings 
• Venue: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
• Photography: Carey Nash Photography
• Officiant: Be Hitched by Laura
• Music: Jeff Ramsey
• Florist: Alpenflora (formerly Elysion Florals)
• Cake: JPL Pastry Team
• Hair: Wild Orchid Salon
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
• Stationery: J.Gartner Studio

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Team JBW  |  Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Planning + Design

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic made backyard weddings the new norm, Lisa + Alex chose to celebrate their marriage with an intimate guest list at Lisa’s childhood home. Their vision for the soirée was a relaxed evening with their favourite people, dining al fresco and dancing under the stars!

If you’re planning your own backyard affair this summer, here are some of our top tips for ensuring a successful event.

1. Expert evaluation. A large, empty lawn can be deceiving – involve an expert to evaluate your space for grade and access to power, and to advise you on the right tent, layout and rental requirements.
2. Bathroom basics. If you don’t like the idea of guests coming in and out of your home to use the washrooms, consider renting portable toilets. The options have expanded over the years and now there are luxury models available with fantastic lighting and ventilation.
3. Be a good neighbour. If neighbours aren’t invited but may be affected by your wedding (more traffic/cars parked on the street, noise late into the evening) it’s courteous to let them know you’re hosting a big event.
4. Consider guest comfort. Use your wedding invitations to inform guests the events are outdoors so they can prepare accordingly. Having sunscreen, fans, bug repellent, lap blankets and umbrellas on hand will make you the ideal host.
5. Prep a ‘Plan B’. Weather in Alberta is unpredictable – be prepared for the worst case scenario. Rent extra tents in case of rain, heaters for chilly evenings and fans to help cool down a hot day.
6. Hire help. You want to enjoy your wedding day so let others handle decorating, bartending, catering, serving and clean-up. Hiring professionals will allow you to relax and avoid placing this burden on family and friends.

Credits:

• Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Officiant: Howard Saunders
• Photographer: Jacinta Daniele Photography
• Catering: Stir Catering
• Dessert Food Truck: Ohana Donuts
• Florist: Laurels on Whyte
• Rentals (Dinnerware): Special Event Rentals
• Rentals (Chairs, Tables): All West Wedding Rentals
• Hair + Makeup: Filament Hair Inc.

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Elyse, Lead Coordinator | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
Edmonton Backyard Wedding