Posts Tagged: Empire Ballroom Wedding
Epic Multi-Day Fusion Wedding Part 2: Alejandra + Jason
Alejandra and Jason’s wedding day was held at the iconic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Overlooking Edmonton’s beautiful river valley, we designed the outdoor terrace ceremony with light & airy summer vibes, using ghost chairs and an acrlic altar covered in all-white blooms. Alejandra walked down the aisle with her mother to a classical cover of Elvis Presley’s Can’t Help Falling In Love, performed by a string quartet.
Guests returned that evening to a supper club inspired reception featuring a sumptuous 5-course meal before they danced the night away. We designed this event to reflect the couple’s personal styles – sexy and fashion-forward! Some of the design elements included: luxe velvet linens in black and forest green; three styles of ghost chairs; colourful & modern blooms; lush greenery and plant-filled tablescapes; a black & white checkered dance floor.
If you missed Part 1 of this epic multi-day fusion wedding, check out The Pep Rally event here! Alejandra + Jason’s wedding was also featured on Rocky Mountain Bride blog.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Lead: Jennifer)
- Venue: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
- Photo+ Video: Daniella Lucier Photography
- Ceremony Music: Wild Rose String Quartet
- Music: Frequency Entertainment
- Officiant: Ken McIntyre – Marry Us
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals, Sokari Weddings
- Florist: Fabloomosity
- Beauty: Nickol Walkemeyer, Calvin Alexander, Emily Phung
- Cake: Brianne Gabrielle Cakes
- Dance Floor Wrap: Talent Productions
- Stationery: J. Gartner Studio
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
Empire Ballroom Wedding Edmonton: Goong + Gary
After riding the wild wave that was the pandemic with Goong and Gary, we were so thrilled to help them finally celebrate with their loved ones in July 2022. With Goong’s family coming to Edmonton all the way from Thailand, it was important that we rescheduled (twice!) in order for travel to be easier.
Like all good things, G+G’s wedding day was well worth the wait. We held their early afternoon ceremony in the Wedgwood Room, and transitioned guests to an evening celebration in the grand Empire Ballroom at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Enjoy this glimpse of their beautiful day.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Venue: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Empire Ballroom
- Photography: Nicole Ashley Photography
- Cinematography: Integra Films
- Officiant: Tammy Banting
- Florist: Fabloomosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Dance Floor Wrap: Talent Productions
- Plexi Stage: Exquisite Affairs
- Ceremony Music: Lindsey Nagy
- Band: Five On the Side
- Stationery: J. Gartner Studio
- Cake: Brianne Gabrielle Cakes
- Hair + Makeup: Behind the Blush
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Team JBW | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
Luxury Edmonton Wedding: Bethany + Mathew (PT 1)
Be sure to check out the next post, Part 2 – The Wedding Day…
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Jennifer)
- Venue: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
- Photography: Nicole Ashley Photography
- Videographer: Wagner & Co.
- Florist: Fabloomosity
- Rentals: Modern Rentals, Special Event Rentals
- Music: Premiere DJs (Harman B)
- Stationery: J.Gartner Studio
- Hair + Makeup: Sen Studios
- Henna Artist: Elegance by Simi
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Jennifer, Event Producer and Designer | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Luxury Event Planner, Edmonton
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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Suzanne, Lead Coordinator | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Lezlie + Michael
Lezlie and Michael were married at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald on a beautiful October day. The sky was bright blue, the sun was shining, and orange leaves still dusted the trees in Edmonton’s gorgeous River Valley. Living in Montreal, the couple wanted their special day to be easy for their guests, and for the focus to be on connection and celebration.
Family is so important to Lezlie and Michael that they chose to have all their siblings in the Wedding Party, including their adorable nephews and nieces walk (and dance!) down the aisle. The traditional Jewish ceremony took place under a custom chuppah covered in greens, willow and ombré florals.
Immediately following the ceremony as they were walking back down the aisle, The Counterfitz took to the stage to play the Hora, while photos of the bride and groom’s grandparents were displayed on a large screen next to the stage. The rest of the evening was full of energy, good food and dancing! A farewell brunch the next morning wrapped up the glorious weekend.
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planner
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Nicole Ashley Photography
- Videographer: Plaid Collar Films
- Officiant: Rabbi Kliel Rose
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Ceremony Music: Marc Beaudin of The Counterfitz
- Reception DJ: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Band: The Counterfitz
- Florist: Fabloomosity
- Dessert Table: The Muffin Top Bake Shop
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Chuppah Structure: Site 6
- Hair: Pam Poch, Dianne, Rashelle Beaudry
- Makeup: Colleen Nuc
- Favours: Montreal Steak Spice
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