Posts Tagged: Cory Christopher Florist
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Planner: Jocelyn + Naheed
Residing in Toronto, Jocelyn and Naheed wanted to host a destination wedding in the majestic Rockies to bring together their loved ones from across the country (and beyond). The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge fit the bill as the perfect venue for their weekend of events.
- The weekend kicked off with a welcome event held in the Golf Clubhouse, complete with live music and a food truck serving sweet treats and traditional East African delights.
- The next morning, Jocelyn and her crew had their Mehndi done while enjoying brunch. Guests joined them on the lawn of the Stanley Thompson Cabin to partake in the Pithi and Mandvo – traditional Ismaili ceremonies held before the wedding to bless the couple with well wishes.
- Everyone donned their best lehengas and Indian suits for the evening Sangeet held in a clearspan tent on Beauvert Plateau. Set right in front of the lake, the colourful decor and attire made for spectacular photos as DJ Double J brought the party!
- Saturday was reserved for an outdoor ceremony held on Whistlers Plateau, with both western and Ismaili rituals. The evening Gala followed in Beauvert Ballroom and featured a 4-course meal, heartfelt toasts. The Rondel Roberts Band and Double J alternated sets keeping guests on the dance floor into the early hours of the morning!
- Sunday morning brunch wrapped up the incredible weekend.
It was certainly challenging planning a multi-event destination wedding during the pandemic (to say the least!), but it all turned out phenomenally. We are especially grateful to Jocelyn, Naheed and their families for being so wonderful to work with and such kind, gracious humans.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Jennifer)
- Venue: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
- Photography + Videography: Tomasz Wagner, Wagner & Co.
- Florist: Cory Christopher
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Stationery: J.Gartner Studio
- Welcome Event Music: Paul Woida
- Welcome Event Catering: Take It And Go YYC Food Truck
- Ceremony Music: Marilyn Bulger, Harpist
- Reception DJ: Empire Entertainment – (DJ Double J)
- Reception Band: The Rondel Roberts Band
- Hair + Makeup: Nickol Walkemeyer
- Henna Artists: YEG Henna
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Jennifer, Event Producer and Designer | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Planner
Pigeon Lake Wedding Coordinator: Jada + Daniel
Jada and Daniel pivoted their original (pre-COVID) wedding plans to celebrate with loved ones at a family lakelot. On a warm, sunny day, their backyard celebration came to life with the help of the Cory Christopher and the CC Team, who both designed the event and provided florals.
The evening featured a show-stopping yurt, food truck catering, dancing under the stars and a fireworks display!
Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Venue: Private Residence
- Décor Design + Florist: Cory Christopher
- Officiant: Dawn Carter
- Photographer: Dallas Curow Photography
- Videographer: Arrow Films
- Food Truck: Curbside Food Truck
- Bartending: The Bottled Bronco
- Cake: Triple L Cakes
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Hair Stylist: Goldie Salon (Shayla Chalifoux)
- Makeup Artists: Filament Hair Inc.
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Suzanne, Event Producer and Designer | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
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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Suzanne, Event Producer and Designer | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
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
Edmonton Wedding Coordinator: Jillian + Ryan
Two creative spirits, Jillian + Ryan ‘s wedding day was a perfect reflection of their personalities and talents. They shared a ‘first look’ at their beautifully appointed home that only a few months earlier had been featured in Avenue Magazine. An outdoor photo session with Nicole Ashley preceded their wedding ceremony and reception that were fittingly held at the Art Gallery of Alberta.
In collaboration with Cory Christopher, Jill + Ryan added organic yet modern décor elements to the AGA’s blank canvas. Ryan is a talented designer and made many of the creative pieces showcased at the wedding, including the wooden centrepieces and concrete votive candleholders on the tables.
The newlyweds surprised all their guests when they performed a duet as part of their thank-you speech. The song transitioned to the dance floor to kick off the party!
Having recently run into them at another family wedding we were fortunate to be a part of, it warmed my heart to see Jill + Ryan so happy and even more in love. Enjoy the photos below by Nicole Ashley, along with the incredible super 8mm highlight film by Arrow Films.
Suzanne, Lead Coordinator | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
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Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Officiant: Marcia Loder
- Photography: Nicole Ashley
- Videographer: Arrow Films
- Ceremony Music: Renee Brad
- Reception Music: Johnathan Pytel
- Florals + Décor: Cory Christopher
- Hair + Makeup: Behind the Blush
- Gown: Delica Bridal
- Rings: Hunt Amor
Jasper Wedding Planner: Cybil + Brian
I first met Cybil and Brian in Toronto, Canada on the very day they were leaving the country and moving to São Paulo, Brazil! Despite such a huge life change on the horizon, they were incredibly calm when we chatted about their Jasper Park Lodge destination wedding.
Besides getting married in a beautiful, natural location, Cybil and Brian wanted to celebrate with all their favourite people over the course of a weekend since they would be living so far away before the wedding. Jasper is a special place for Cybil and her family, as they spent a lot of time there throughout her childhood skiing at Marmot Basin and enjoying summers at the lakes.
Cybil and Brian’s love radiated throughout the wedding weekend and we felt so welcomed by these warm families. Meaghan Milne, a good friend of the couple, travelled from Toronto to photograph their day, and she did an incredible job capturing the emotion of the festivities.
Cheers to love and adventure!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Jasper Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Wedding Photography: Meaghan Milne Photography
- Officiant: Gloria Kongsrud
- Ceremony Music: Marco Claveria Mariachi Band
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (DJ Kidslim)
- Invitations/Stationery: Marcel Witbooi
- Florist: Cory Christopher
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Hair Wigs + Makeup: Wild Orchid
- Bridal Gown: GroupDress