Posts Tagged: Destination Wedding Planner
Palm Springs Destination Wedding Part 2: Haley + Marco
The wedding venue for Haley and Marco’s Palm Springs destination wedding, Toscana Country Club, is unique from most desert venues in that it has lush landscaping, gorgeous stone architecture, and truly feels like you are in Italy. As Palm Springs Wedding Planners and Designers, we decided to embrace the Tuscan vibe of the venue while incorporating a little bit of Palm Springs character.
The result? Tuscan Garden meets Palm Springs Glam! Romantic, floral and contemporary with a splash of edginess. Our colour story was based around olive green, cream and dusty rose, with accents of black and ochre yellow.
Haley had recently graduated culinary school, so food and drinks were very important! Immediately following the ceremony, tray-passed appetizers were served on the Garden Terrace, as guests enjoyed the scenery and live music.
For dinner, guests indulged in their choice of New York strip, Chilean sea bass or Napa Valley rack of lamb for their main course. His and hers signature cocktails were aptly named “Chef’s Kiss” and “McDavid in the Desert,” as the Edmonton Oilers were in the playoffs at the time of the wedding (the couple rarely misses a game).
The reception was held in an outdoor space called “The Olive Grove,” which was filled with gorgeous olive trees. We designed a unique layout to optimize the al-fresco experience. Guests dined at a mix of long wooden rectangle tables and rounds covered in luxe linens. We used black as an accent through the chairs and flatware to bring in a modern vibe to a traditional setting. Two lounge seating areas with contemporary pieces included accents of ochre yellow and dusty rose; colored marble and fluted tables added texture and interest to the vignettes.
The after party was held indoors at Toscana Country Club, and we transformed the space so it felt like a nightclub – transitioning guests to the final portion of the celebration. It was an incredible weekend, and we can’t wait to head back to Palm Springs for more destination weddings in the future!
This wedding was featured on Style Me Pretty, and you can check out Part 1 here.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Lead: Jennifer)
- Venue: Toscana Country Club
- Photo + Video: Jacob & Pauline
- Officiant: Rev Marlon Martinez
- Florist: Native Poppy
- Rentals: Bright Event Rentals, Signature, Folklore, Catalog Atelier
- Lighting: The Perfect Touch
- Stationery + Signage: J. Gartner Studio
- Ceremony + Cocktail Music: Whitney Lyman
- Reception Music: Red Shoe DJ (Manny)
- Cake: Sam Samm’s
- Transportation: Cardiff Limo / US Coachways
- Hair + Makeup: Triplow Beauty
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Victoria Wedding Planner: Jahan + Michael (Pt 2)
Day 2 of Jahan + Michael’s Victoria destination wedding was one for the books! We woke up to perfect weather in Brentwood Bay. The bridal party spent the morning getting ready before Jahan + Michael shared a private first look. Guests were shuttled to a gorgeous ceremony location just a few minutes from the resort – Langtry Walk. They returned for cocktails, dinner and the most epic dance party at Brentwood Bay Resort!
If you haven’t already checked out Day 1 of the festivities, here’s the link to that post. We hope you enjoy this wedding as much as we did.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Ceremony Venue: Langtry Walk
- Reception Venue: Brentwood Bay Resort
- Photography: Fragment of Light
- Florist: Rook & Rose
- Officiant: JoAnn Reid
- Cake: Tweet’s Sweets
- Rentals: Trend Décor Rentals
- Stationery: Love Letters Co.
- Transportation: Wilson’s Transportation LTD.
- Ceremony Musicians: The Bach Alley
- Reception Music: Urban Metropolis Entertainment
- Hair + Makeup: Heartwood & Co
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Kickinghorse Winter Wedding: Sarah + Andrew
Sarah + Andrew decided on a winter destination wedding with an intimate guest list of their loved ones. And if you’re going to get married in the winter, what’s more romantic than getting married on top of a snow-covered mountain?!
Kickinghorse Resort in Golden, B.C. was the perfect setting to host their nuptials. There are numerous accommodation options at the base of the resort, so you can basically hop on a lift within minutes outside your door. When it came time for the wedding, guests did just that! In the late afternoon, they took the gondola up to Eagle’s Eye Restaurant where Sarah + Andrew exchanged vows in front of a beautiful stone fireplace and their beloved pup, Bella.
This wedding was such an honour to be a part of as I’ve known Andrew and his entire family since I was 8. It was incredible to see him find the love of his life in Sarah, and I must say he’s a very lucky man! These gorgeous images by Sharon Litchfield capture the essence of the weekend so well – enjoy this peek into Sarah + Andrew’s love story.
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Kickinghorse Resort Winter Wedding (Golden B.C Wedding)
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Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Sharon Litchfield
- Officiant: Judith Doyle
- Ceremony + Reception Music: Elite Sound and Light
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: Anna Jean Floral Design
- Cake / Sweet Table: Pretty Sweet Co
- Hair: The Pretty Haus
- Makeup: Upstairs Glamour / Blush Artistry
- Gown: Novelle Bridal
Pemberton Wedding Planner: Aasttha + Prasann
There was something magical about Aasttha + Prasann’s wedding day. The warm sun, a serene calm in the air, the majestic beauty of North Arm Farm – perhaps something else, that can’t be explained. But the feeling of that day truly embodied Aasttha + Prasann’s beautiful personalities and the love they share.
Traditional East Indian wedding customs were blended with a laid-back, organic vibe in a truly picture-perfect setting. North Arm Farm is a hidden gem of a venue, tucked away in Pemberton, B.C. – a short drive north of Whistler.
My words won’t do this day justice, but luckily you can read more about it in the Wedding Tales feature by Edmonton Journal, and you absolutely cannot miss watching this highlight film shot in Super 8mm film by Tomasz Wagner. It is such a perfect showcase of the day and the love that surrounds this special couple.
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Pemberton, B.C. Wedding Planners + backdrops
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photo + Video: Tomasz Wagner Photo + Films
- Caterer: Bearfoot Bistro
- Priest: Pandit Dabral
- Flowers and Rentals: Bliss Events
- Reception Music: Divinity DJs (DJ A-Slam)
- Invitations: Minted
- Wedding Day Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Hair Stylist: Kerry Waring
- Makeup: Myuz Artistry
Destination I Do: Kelowna, B.C.
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: Kelowna, British Columbia
Spanning from the Shuswap lakes in south-central British Columbia to the southern-most border town of Osoyoos, the Okanagan is home to world renowned wines and wineries, breathtaking golf courses, deep blue lakes and vast pine forests.
Daily WestJet flights from Edmonton to Kelowna makes it a quick and easy destination for your guests. Plus, Kelowna boasts a dry, sunny climate with average temperatures above 20 degrees from early May through the end of September.
Above Locations: CedarCreek Estate Winery and Manteo Resort
Real Wedding: Michelle + Matt
Photos: Jessica Balfour Photography
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Canmore Wedding Planner: Maureen + Tyler
The Pavilion at Silvertip Resort in Canmore was the perfect Rocky Mountain venue for Maureen + Tyler’s winter wedding getaway.
It was important to Maureen + Tyler that the weekend was a celebration filled with personalized touches, wow-factor décor, and fun! The weekend kicked off with a welcome cocktail party in the penthouse suite at Grande Rockies Resort, and the fun continued with a killer dance party and soft serve ice cream station to finish off the evening festivities.
See more of this delightful winter wedding on Canadian Mountain Chic, with photography by Midnightea and Retrospekt Designs.
The décor shots were taken by Edmonton wedding photographer Retrospekt Designs.
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Canmore Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Wedding Photography: Midnightea
- Décor Photography: Retrospekt Designs
- Videographer: A Love Story
- Officiant: Klaus Ohlhoff
- Ceremony Music: Lily Quartet
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Invitations/Stationery: Bride (Little Red Inc.)
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals Banff
- Wooden Boxes for Centrepieces: Naturally Chic
- Transportation: Highland VIP
- Babysitting Service: My Hotel Sitter
- Hair + Makeup: Botega Hair Salon
- Rings: Tacori
- Earrings: Tiffany & Co.
- Bridal Gown + Veil: Lazarro, Delica Bridal
- Bridesmaids Gowns: Dessy, Cameo & Cufflinks
Los Cabos Wedding Planner: Kim + Pierre
“You can’t stop love.” It’s a phrase Kim + Pierre have used to describe their serendipitous relationship over the years, and again proved to be so true for their Los Cabos destination wedding.
Long story short: about a week and a half before the wedding was to take place in beautiful Cabo, we had to move up the date to 4 days earlier! A change in Pierre’s work schedule meant that he could only be in Cabo for 24 hours (say what!?) – but Kim + Pierre took it all in stride and knew that the most important outcome of the entire trip was that they would be husband and wife.
Everything had to be moved- the venue, hair, makeup, transportation, décor, flowers. We were very lucky that all our wonderful suppliers were so accommodating and able to make the new date work. The experience reiterated why Cabo is one of our favourite spots for destination weddings.
And so the whirlwind wedding began, first with a surprise legal ceremony at the Edmonton International Airport in the early hours of the morning! Then we boarded the plane with the newlyweds and made our way to Cabo, landing mid-afternoon. The group was transported to our incredible resort – Secrets Puerto Los Cabos – and I took off to the wedding venue while the ladies began hair and makeup.
The symbolic ceremony and reception were both held at Sunset Da Mona Lisa – rated one of the Top 5 Coolest Restaurants in the World! I was in awe of the view and have to share this photo I took during setup at sunset – absolutely breathtaking!
It was a busy and action-packed day, but certainly the most memorable wedding experience I’ve had to date. Kim + Pierre’s friends and family were so welcoming and it was so much fun to share this adventure with them.
Kim + Pierre’s incredible wedding story was featured in The Edmonton Journal, and photographer Kelly Redinger does a beautiful job sharing this wedding on his blog.
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Los Cabos Wedding Planning + Design
Edmonton Destination Wedding Planner
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Travel Agent: LY Cruising & Adventure Travel
- Photography: Kelly Redinger
- Officiant: Reverend Diego Vidal
- Ceremony Music: Trio Los Mosquitos
- Invitations + Stationery: Pinkpolka Design
- Florist: Cabo Floral Studio
- Décor: Linens, Things & More
- Transportation: Transpeninsula Los Cabos
- Hair: Neysa Berman, Blanc Salon
- Makeup: Neysa Berman, Blanc Salon
- Earrings: Delica Bridal
- Gown: Novelle Bridal
- Resort: Secrets Puerto Los Cabos
- Wedding Venue: Sunset Da Mona Lisa Restaurant
Miami Beach Wedding Planner: Brianna + Cameron
Brianna and Cameron’s friends and family travelled from Edmonton and all over North America for their destination wedding in the Miami South Beach area. Many made a vacation out of the trip, taking in the gorgeous beaches and enjoying the world-renowned nightlife and opulent restaurants. It was my first time there, and I have to say – I absolutely loved it! Besides the amazing weather, Miami offers the perfect balance between relaxation and fast-paced fun – there’s something for everyone.
The wedding events took place at The Tides South Beach – an Art Deco masterpiece on Ocean Drive designed by Kelley Wearstler. Guests were welcomed with a poolside cocktail party the day before the wedding. This was a great opportunity for everyone to meet and mingle while enjoying the Florida sun.
Brianna and Cam opted for an early evening ceremony, so they took their photos in the afternoon at the stunning Vizcaya Gardens and on the historic South Beach strip. Overlooking turquoise blue waters and a white sandy beach, they said ‘I Do’ on the rooftop terrace of the Tides Penthouse Suite. After a delicious dinner and some very heartfelt toasts, the celebrations continued with authentic Cuban cigar rollers and lots of rooftop dancing!
The next morning everyone gathered to reminisce about the night’s events over brunch at the very fabulous Delano South Beach. Jessica Fern Facette did a great job (as always!) capturing Brianna and Cam’s laid-back, sophisticated style and the events of this incredible South Beach destination wedding!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Miami Beach Wedding Planning + Design
Destination Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Jessica Fern Facette
- Marriage Commissioner: Peggy Lewis
- Reception Music: Carlos Abanto
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: The Flower Bazaar
- Cake: Tides South Beach
- Cigar Roller: On-Site Cigar Entertainment
- Rentals: Panache
- Bride’s Hair: Colleen McGinn
- Bride’s Makeup: Adrianne Thompson
- Bridal Party Hair + Makeup: Josie Miller
- Gown: Lanvin
- Shoes: YSL – Yves Saint Laurent