Dessert tables have been a popular feature at wedding receptions over the past few years. This trend began with candy tables and has evolved to include a couple’s favourite sweets and desserts, such as doughnuts, cookies, cupcakes and pies. We’ve also done frozen yogurt and ice cream bars, custom chocolate truffle stations and popcorn displays!

Why do we love this trend?

• Sweet tables are a great way to personalize your reception, showcasing your tastes as a couple. Think out-of-the-box to your childhood favourites or desserts from your heritage.
• Use a dessert bar to reflect your reception design, adding an element of décor to the space.
• Rather than giving away individual guest favours, instead invest that budget in a fun dessert table that guests can enjoy all evening.

Here are some of our favourite sweet tables and dessert bars we’ve designed for JBW couples. Warning – do not view on an empty stomach!

 White + Pink Sweet Bar: Mariah + Nathan’s Wedding
{Shandro Photo}

Cookie Table: Stephanie + Clark’s Wedding
{C.J. Scott Photography}

Moonshine Doughnut Table: Anita + Ben’s Wedding
Katch Studios}

Homemade Pie Table: Alexis + Tom’s Wedding
{Blake Loates Photography}

Cupcake Table: Carly + Taylor’s Wedding
{Julie Williams Photography}

Cupcakes + Candy Table: Jenny + Hon’s Wedding
{Sharon Litchfield}

Cookies & Milk Table: Ashley + Dave’s Wedding
{Sharon Litchfield}

Dessert Table: Allena + Jamie’s Wedding
{Kelly Redinger}

Pink + Green Candy Table: Krista + Scott’s Wedding
{Sharon Litchfield}

Pink + Purple Candy Table: Sabrina + Fil’s Wedding
{Sharon Litchfield}

French Themed Sweet Table: Kristy + Joe’s Wedding
{Kelsy Nielson}

Purple + White Candy Table: Saveena + Rodnie’s Wedding
{Katch Studios}

Rustic Sweet Table: Violeta + Barry’s Wedding
{Kelly Redinger}

Black + White Dessert Table: Melanie + Chris’ Wedding
{Kelly Redinger}

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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

While we’re based in Edmonton, Alberta, we’ve had the pleasure of planning and designing weddings in many beautiful destinations – both in Canada and abroad! This series will showcase some of our favourite locations including information for couples considering a wedding away from home.

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Destination ‘I Do’ Wedding Series: West Coast Canada

The term destination wedding typically evokes images of a sandy ceremony in a sunny locale. But you don’t have to look too far to find amazing coastal destinations right here in Canada.

Located on Vancouver Island, Victoria is the capital of British Columbia. Victoria has long been known as the ‘City of Gardens’ with it’s countless formal gardens, parks and extensive bike trails throughout the city and surrounding area. With its charming character and laidback vibe, it’s easy to see why Victoria has received accolades as the ‘Most Romantic City in Canada’.

Pender Island is one of the Southern Gulf Islands along the Pacific Coast, and let me tell you, it’s spectacular. From the vast blue Pacific Ocean to lush green landscapes, your wedding photos will be incredible. Quaint and unspoiled, Pender Island can be accessed daily via ferry, seaplane or water taxi.

We’ve had the pleasure of working at two incredible West Coast wedding venues:

• Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
• Poets Cove Resort & Spa

Above Location: Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa, Victoria, B.C.
Real Wedding: Megan + PeterAbove Location: Poets Cove Resort & Spa, Pender Island, B.C.
Real Wedding: Stephanie + Clark

Photo Credits: Jesse Holland Photography, C.J. Scott Photography.

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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Victoria Wedding Planning + Design
Vancouver Island Wedding Planning + Design

Over the next couple weeks we’ll be sharing some “Shoespiration” from past weddings. First up – who doesn’t love a little sparkle? 

Photo Credits (top-bottom, L-R): Diamond Cake Photography, Sharon Litchfield Photography, C.J. Scott Photography, Kelsy Nielson, Brianna Hughes Photography, Diamond Cake Photography, Nicole Ashley Photography.

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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

So far we’ve looked at Classic White Bouquets and Bright + Bold Bouquets. Today it’s all about romance!

Lush peonies, full-blown roses and soft pastel colours exude luxury and romance in these JBW bridal bouquets. These talented florists created a beautiful balance between feminine florals and delicate hints of greenery or dusty miller to add texture. To finish your romantic bouquet, add flowing ribbons, brooches or satin and lace handles.

Photo: Jesse Holland Photography / Florist: Verbena Floral Design

Photo: Photographik / Florist: Flower Artistry

Photo: Kelsy Neilson Photography / Florist: Laurel’s On Whyte

Photo:  Sharon Litchfield Photography / Florist: faBLOOMosity

Photo: C.J. Scott Photography / Florist: faBLOOMosity

Photo: Eternal Reflections Photography / Florist: faBLOOMosity 

Photo: Sharon Litchfield Photography / Florist: faBLOOMosity

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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

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!

Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
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

Choosing your wedding music can be a daunting task that many couples struggle with. We’ve created a list of both Classic and Contemporary song selections for all those memorable moments throughout your wedding day. Leave a comment with your additions and we’ll keep adding to the list!

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Ceremony

C.J. Scott Photography; Sharon Litchfield Photography

Classic:

1. Bridal March (Instrumental) / Jonathan Cain
2. Because You Loved Me / Celine Dion
3. Canon in D / Johann Pachelbel
4. Ava Maria / Schubert
5. Somewhere Over the Rainbow / Israel Kamikawiwo’ole
6. Songbird / Fleetwood Mac
7. Con Te Partro / Andrea Bocelli
8. Only Time / Enya
9. When I Fall In Love / Nat King Cole
10. Fairytale / Enya

Contemporary:

1. A Thousand Years / Christina Perry
2. Marry Me / Train
3. Marry You / Bruno Mars
4. All of Me / John Legend
5. Everything / Lifehouse
6. Better Together / Jack Johnson
7. Till Kingdom Come / Coldplay
8. Ho Hey / Lumineers
9. Love Song / Taylor Swift
10. Make You Feel My Love / Adele & Garth Brooks

Katch Studios

Grand Entrance

Classic:

1. How Sweet It Is / James Taylor
2. Eye Of The Tiger / Survivor
3. Beautiful Day / U2
4. Finally / Ce Ce Penniston
5. Love & Marriage / Frank Sinatra
6. Here Comes The Sun / The Beatles (Glee Cast)
7. We Got Married in Jackson / Johnny Cash & June Carter
8. White Wedding / Billy Idol
9. Let’s Get Married / Jagged Edge
10. Celebration / Kool & The Gang

Contemporary:

1. Treasure / Bruno Mars
2. Home / Phillip Phillips
3. Love Stoned / Justin Timberlake
4. Just The Way You Are / Bruno Mars
5. The Other Side / Jason Derulo
6. Like Home / Nicky Romero & NERVO
7. Feel So Close / Calvin Harris
8. I Gotta Feeling / The Black Eyed Peas
9. Crazy In Love / Beyoncé
10. Home / Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
11. Wake Me Up / Avicii

Carey Nash Photography

First Dance

Classic:

1. The Way You Look Tonight / Frank Sinatra
2. Time After Time / Rod Stewart
3. All for Love / Bryan Adams
4. At Last / Etta James
5. When a Man Loves a Woman / Michael Bolton
6. Amazed / Lonestar
7. Can’t Help Falling In Love / Elvis Presley
8. Lost Together / Blue Rodeo
9. Your Song / Elton John
10. I’ll Be / Edwin McCain
11. L.O.V.E. / Nat King Cole

Modern:

1. Angel / Robin Thicke
2. Forever / Ben Harper
3. Giving Myself / Jennifer Hudson
4. Wanted / Hunter Hayes
5. Everything / Michael Buble
6. Not Even The King / Alicia Keys
7. I Won’t Give Up / Jason Mraz
8. Us Against The World / Coldplay
9. Bubbly / Colbie Caillat
10. Dance With Me / Johnny Reid
11. All Of Me / John Legend
12. Young & Beautiful / Lana Del Ray

Sharon Litchfield Photography

Father-Daughter / Mother-Son Dance

Classic:

1. Butterfly Kisses / Bob Carlisle
2. Wonderful World / Louis Armstrong
3. Unforgettable / Nat King Cole & Natalie Cole
4. Forever Young / Rod Stewart
5. Isn’t She Lovely / Stevie Wonder
6. Wonderful Tonight / Eric Clapton
7. Loved Her First / Heartland
8. Stand by Me / Ben E. King
9. Moon River / Frank Sinatra
10. All You Need Is Love / The Beatles

Contemporary:

1. Mama’s Song / Carrie Underwood
2. Daughter / John Mayer
3. My Wish / Rascal Flatts
4. You Raise Me Up / Josh Groban
5. Something I Need / One Republic
6. Celebration / Kool & The Gang
7. Daddy Dance With Me / Krystle Keith
8. Oh Sweet Child Of Mine / Taken by Trees
9. My Little Girl / Tim McGraw
10. Just Wanna Dance With You / George Strait

Kelly Redinger Photographer

Bouquet/Garter Toss

Classic:

1. You Sexy Thing / Hot Chocolate
2. Pour Some Sugar On Me / Def Leppard
3. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun / Cyndi Lauper
4. It’s Raining Men / The Weather Girls
5. I’m Too Sexy / Right Said Fred
6. Bad Boys / Inner Circle
7. You Can Leave Your Hat On / Joe Cocker
8. Baby Got Back / Sir Mix-A-Lot
9. Another One Bites The Dust / Queen
10. Ice Ice Baby / Vanilla Ice

Contemporary:

1. Single Ladies /Beyoncé
2. Only Girl / Rihanna
3. Sexy Back / Justin Timberlake
4. Run The World (Girls) / Beyoncé
5. Little White Church / Little Big Town
6. Can’t Hold Us / Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
7. Gangnam Style / PSY
8. Gold Digger / Kanye West
9. Boys / Britney Spears
10. We Can’t Stop / Miley Cyrus

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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design

What woman doesn’t love shoes? They can make you feel like a million bucks, and your wedding is probably the best excuse to splurge on your dream pair. Here’s a collection of some of our past brides’ amazing shoes.

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First up, it’s all about the sparkle. Warning: you may need sunglasses to look at some of these beauties!

What better way to incorporate your ‘something blue’ than with a pair of gorgeous blue heels?

Studio Jellyfish will create a custom design to reflect your relationship and wedding, then hand-paint the design on to a pair of shoes. Perfect for the bold bride who wants to make a statement on her big day!

These hot pink Kate Spade shoes add a playful punch of colour to an elegant bridal look.

Those famous red soles make Christian Louboutins the most coveted bridal shoe. Our brides have rocked Louboutins in all different styles, from nude patent pumps to ruffled lace stilettos.

For the classic bride, white rosette heels by Cole Haan add just the right amount of fancy to your feet.

Jennifer
Edmonton Wedding Planner + Designer

Photo Credits: JDS Photography, Alicia Price Photography, Carey Nash Photography, Sharon Litchfield Photography, Katch Studios, Sharon Litchfield Photography, Julie Williams Photography, Katch Studios, Paperheart Photography, C.J. Scott Photography, Sam Ng Photography, Eric Daigle Photography, Eric Daigle Photography.

Lighting instantly transforms the atmosphere of an event by enhancing the décor and evoking emotions through use of colour. Here are examples of some of our past weddings where lighting has been used. You will notice that the colour of lighting greatly impacts the essence of each wedding:

AMBER / GOLD LIGHTING: elegant, formal, traditional

BLUE LIGHTING: calm, cool, fresh

PINK LIGHTING: warm, fun, exotic

PURPLE LIGHTING: romantic, sophisticated, regal

Jennifer
Edmonton Wedding Planner + Designer

Photo Credits: Kelsy Nielson Photographer, Kelsy Nielson Photographer, Night and Day Photography, Vinson Lim, Perry Thompson Photography, Hugh Lecky, Jana Kendall Photography, Katch Studios, Katch Studios, C.J. Scott Photography, Sam Ng Photography, Katch Studios, Katch Studios, Katch Studios.