Posts Tagged: Cory Christopher Edmonton
Epic Multi-Day Fusion Wedding Part 1: Alejandra + Jason
Alejandra and Jason met at a champagne bar in Calgary, Alberta. They were both tagging along with mutual friends – they instantly connected and the rest is history.
The wedding festivities kicked off with a welcome event coined “The Pep Rally,” which was a modern take on a Sangeet. Traditionally, a Sangeet is an East Indian pre-wedding celebration with lots of song and dance. Alex and Jason’s version was held in a newly restored historic building in downtown Edmonton called The Pendennis, with exposed brick and industrial ambiance.
Designed to encourage mingling, the event featured food stations serving Indian fusion cuisine, lounge vignettes and mixed styles of seating. We kept guests on their toes with ever-changing entertainment, including an R&B sax player, traditional South Asian dancers, a dhol drummer and a hip hop DJ!
We only had about 4 months to plan their multi-event wedding week, but we were up for the task and everything came together beautifully. Be sure to check it out here: Part 2, The Wedding Day.
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Venue: The Pendennis
- Catering: Zaika Bistro
- Florist: Cory Christopher
- Live Music: Jeff Hendrick
- DJ: Exclusive Entertainment – DJ ESPY
- Hair + Makeup: Emily Phung, Calvin Alexander
- Henna: Ruby’s Henna Studio
- Stationery + Signage: J. Gartner Studio
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
Garden Wedding at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald: Avery + James
Avery and James celebrated their summer wedding at Edmonton’s Castle in the River Valley, the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Over 200 guests joined to celebrate Avery and James, as they exchanged vows on the Empire Terrace under a lush, English garden inspired floral arch and sunny blue skies. An ice cream cart kept guests cool while the couple took photos with their Wedding Party throughout the afternoon.
The reception was held inside the Empire Ballroom, where a palette of subdued peaches, blush and dusty blue perfectly accented the traditional Fairmont aesethetic. After a delicious meal, guests enjoyed dancing the night away.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Lead: Jennifer)
- Venue: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
- Officiant: Judge Slatter
- Photography: Greco Photo Co.
- Florist: Cory Christopher
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals, Sokari Weddings
- Music: DJ Kwake Entertainment
- Invitations + Event Day Stationery: Hazelwood Paper Co.
- Signage: J. Gartner Studio
- Cake: Wild Rose Cakes
- Ice Cream Cart: Made by Marcus
- Hair: Blush Artistry
- Makeup: Glam Artistry
- Gown: Novelle Bridal Shop
- Tuxes: Harry Rosen
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
Sparrow Lane Wedding Planner: Aakanksha + Arjun
Sparrow Lane’s stunning indoor-outdoor venue set the scene for Aakanksha and Arjun’s two-day wedding festivities in late June. Day one saw two outdoor ceremonies honouring both the bride and groom’s religions – first, a Sikh ceremony, followed by a Hindu ceremony on the scenic forest-enveloped cobblestone patio.
The next day, guests enjoyed cocktails and a gourmet Indian-fusion dinner, followed by a night of toasts and dancing!
The wedding design was adorned with personalized details, most spectacularly, a unique book case seating wall paying tribute to their shared passion for literature. Guests were presented with individualized leather embossed bookmarks indicating their designated tables. Rich hues of emerald green, merlot and gold were paired with soft peach and blush tones, blending regality with romance.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Venue: Sparrow Lane Weddings & Events
- Photography: Sutej Pannu
- Videographer: The Knotting Bliss
- Florist: Cory Christopher
- Catering: Zaika Bistro
- Stationery: The Palm and Lotus
- Ceremony Musicians: Nicholas Yee
- Ceremony Live Painter: Jennie Vegt
- Reception DJ: Urban Beats
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Photo Booth: Bash Factory
- Bartending: Social Events Ltd.
- Lighting: Talent Productions
- Hair + Makeup: Lyn Saqqa Beauty Academy / Vanity Box Beauty
- Ceremony Bridal Outfit: Frontier Raas
- Reception Bridal Outfit: Seema Gujral Design
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
Backyard Wedding Edmonton: Melissa + Gray
Like many others, Melissa and Gray were forced to pivot their original Summer 2020 wedding plans, but it turned out to be a blessing in disguise. They held a wonderful backyard event with their nearest and dearest, dining and dancing under the stars.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Officiant: Kaye Steward
- Photographer: Jade Gabrielle
- Videographer: Calvin Kho Films
- Florist: Cory Christopher
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Music: DJ Kwake Entertainment
- Stationery: Wedding Design by Anika
- Cake: Brianne Gabrielle Cakes
- Hair + Makeup: Bliss & Glow Artistry
- Transportation: Apex Limousine
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Edmonton Wedding Day Management, Edmonton Wedding Coordinators
Backyard Tent Wedding Planner: Katie + Simon
Katie + Simon had planned a large (300+!) wedding in the summer of 2020. Like many (many!) others, their plans were derailed by a not-so-welcome Global Pandemic. After weighing many options, we decided to pivot and re-plan their wedding. In keeping with the event guidelines in place at that time, we designed an intimate backyard tent wedding so they could celebrate with their nearest and dearest.
“ABOVE AND BEYOND. Worth every dollar hiring Jennifer to plan our wedding! If you’re like me and have a hard time with design, then you’re in good hands with Jennifer. She made the entire process SO easy, especially during the last 6 months since we had to pivot several times due to covid. I am still truly shocked by how beautiful everything came together. Thank you for the best day ever!”
See more of this beautiful micro-wedding in Blush Magazine.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photographer: Sharon Litchfield
- Videographer: Plaid Collar Films
- Catering: Stir Catering
- Bartending: The Old Fashioned Mobile Bar
- Florist: Cory Christopher
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Music: Paul Woida
- Transportation: APEX Limousine
- Cupcakes: The Art of Cake
- Hair: Sam Pozdizk
- Makeup: Nickol Walkemeyer
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Edmonton Wedding Planner, Backyard Tent Wedding
Edmonton Wedding Coordinator: Arianna + Tom
Arianna and Tom didn’t miss a single detail when planning and designing their wedding at St. Joachim Catholic Church and The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. From their church exit into a floral adorned vintage car to their cigar and bourbon bar on the Empire Terrace, every moment of the day was personalized and well thought out.
It was an honour to work with them to provide Wedding Day Management so they could relax and soak in every minute of the special day they had planned. You can see more of this beautiful wedding in the current issue of Blush Magazine captured by the talented Katch Studios.
Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Ceremony Venue: St. Joachim Catholic Church
- Officiant: Father Ignacy Warias
- Reception Venue: The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Empire Ballroom
- Photography: Katch Studios
- Videography: Integra Films
- Ceremony Music: Terry McDade – Harpist
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis
- Stationery: Windsor Rose Atelier
- Florist: Fabloomosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Chiavari Chair Rentals: All West Wedding Rentals
- Furniture for Photo Session: Cory Christopher / Shabby2Chic Wedding Rentals
- Dance Floor Wrap: Talent Productions Inc.
- Wedding Cake: The Art of Cake
- Espresso Bar & Italian Desserts: Canova Pasticceria
- Transportation: Last Minute Limousine
- Hair Stylist: Hairography by Kait / Rock Paper Shears
- Makeup Artist: Glam Artistry
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Edmonton Wedding Day Management, Edmonton Wedding Planners
Jasper Wedding Coordinator: Sarah + Andrew
One of the greatest privileges of our job as wedding planners is being invited to experience love on so many levels. The love a couple has for one another is the obvious one, but we bear witness to the incredible love parents have for their children, adoring grandparents beaming with pride, and the special bonds of childhood friends.
Love radiated throughout Sarah and Andrew’s wedding weekend at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, and that’s a testament to their relaxed personalities and warm, welcoming natures. The weather also showed this couple some love by cooperating to give them a beautiful outdoor ceremony on Whistlers Plateau.
Cory Christopher brought the outdoors inside the Beauvert Room with lush florals and organic elements. He also expertly wove in personal touches that reflected Sarah and Andrew as individuals and as a couple. Moss “mountains” showed guests where to take their seats, pillars displayed childhood objects and photos like an exhibit – a nod to Sarah’s professional career as a curator – a canoe adorned with ferns and greenery held ice cold beer at the bar!
Blake Loates captured this day so beautifully! Her images are featured in the Fall/Winter 2018 issue of Confetti Magazine, and you can enjoy a magical Super 8mm highlight film by Arrow Films here: Sarah + Andrew Wedding Film.
Suzanne, Lead Coordinator | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Coordinator
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Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Blake Loates
- Videography: Arrow Films
- Officiant: Sally Boyle
- Ceremony Music (Harpist): Marilyn Bulger
- Reception Music: Jasper Alpine Music
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florals + Décor: Cory Christopher
- Chocolate Bar Favours: The Violet Chocolate Company
- Hair: The Salon at Jasper Park Lodge Spa
- Makeup: Jenn Chivers
- Gown: Delica Bridal
Edmonton Wedding Coordinator: Justine + Ian
Justine + Ian’s wedding was a chic, vintage inspired affair on a cool November day. Filled with love and laughter, 160 of their nearest and dearest shared their infectious happiness at the magical Fairmont Hotel Macdonald.
Both the ceremony and reception were held in the elegant Empire Ballroom. Justine’s love for all things vintage was evident by so many special touches – not a detail was missed. Black ribbons held a sprig of rosemary at each setting; vintage serving trays displayed guest seating arrangements; antique sofas and trunks provided soft seating in the foyer; and glowing candles were scattered throughout the tablescapes.
I’ll let these photos captured by the talented Sharon Litchfield transport you through every detail of their day – and if you’re itching to see more of this soirée, Justine shares some beautiful sentiments on her lifestyle blog, With Justine.
Thank you, Justine + Ian, for allowing us to be a part of your love story.
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Super 8 mm film by Arrow Films, Edmonton wedding videographer:
Suzanne, Lead Coordinator | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
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Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Officiant: Tammy Banting
- Photographer: Sharon Litchfield
- Videographer: Arrow Films
- Ceremony Music: John Fedor, Edmonton Cellist
- Reception Music: Pop Jukebox DJ
- Florals: Cory Christopher
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Invitations & Stationery: Uppercase Press
- Cake: Sugared & Spiced
- Photo Booth: Borsellino Photo
- Hair Stylist: MUD Salon
- Makeup Artist: Behind the Blush