Posts Tagged: Jennifer Bergman Event Planning + Design
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Planner: Jennifer + Evrhetton
Jennifer and Evrhetton envisioned a weekend destination wedding in the mountains to celebrate their love story with family and friends. Of utmost importance was the guest experience, ensuring everyone was taken care of and that it was stress-free and enjoyable. We worked alongside them to plan their dream wedding at one of our favourite venues, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.
Their beloved Danes – Moose and Mountain – joined in on the special day, strolling down the aisle and standing up as “best dogs” for Ev. The weekend culminated in a raging dance party featuring alternating sets by the couple’s favourite band, The Barkells, and DJ Troy from Premiere DJs.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Ceremony + Reception Venue: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
- Photographer: Just Married Photography
- Videographer: Plaid Collar Films
- Officiant: Beryl Cahill
- Band: The Barkells
- DJ: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis
- Florist And Backdrops: FoxBackdrop
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Invitations + Stationery: J. Gartner Design
- Hair + Makeup: Bliss & Glow Artistry
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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Wedding Planner
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Wedding Coordinator: Irene + Geoffrey
Irene and Geoffrey’s fall wedding was nothing short of a fairytale! A horse-drawn carriage reminiscent of Cinderella was waiting for the newlyweds following their traditional Catholic ceremony at St. Joseph’s Basilica in downtown Edmonton.
Their vibrant reception at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald featured drummers, traditional African dances, indoor fireworks and a magical first dance in the “clouds.” The day’s events certainly kept us on our toes, and we were honoured to be a part of Irene and Geoffrey’s love story!
Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Suzanne)
- Ceremony Venue: St. Joseph’s Basilica
- Reception Venue: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald (Empire Ballroom)
- Photography: Carey Nash
- Videography: A Love Story
- Reception Music: DJ Paddy Entertainment
- Cake: Cake Affair
- Florist: Therese Lopez Florals
- Rentals: Exquisite Affairs
- Dance Floor Wrap + Sparklers: Talent Productions
- Horse-Drawn Carriage: Diamond B Ranch
- Limo: Apex limousine
- Drummers: Afrah Al Majd Group
- Hair Stylists: Hair Designs by Maggie
- Makeup Artist: Allure by Mariam
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Suzanne, Lead Planner | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
Edmonton Wedding Coordinator: Ania + Matthew
Ania and Matthew began their wedding day with a traditional ceremony at the spectacular Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. After the marriage was official, they took off for photos in a gorgeous red vintage Porsche!
The newlyweds celebrated with their loved ones later that evening at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald in the Wedgwood Room – one of our favourite Edmonton wedding venues – infusing several Ukrainian and Russian traditions to personalize the event. It was such a pleasure to provide Wedding Day Management for this happy couple! Enjoy this beautiful snippet of their day.
Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings (Suzanne)
- Ceremony Venue: Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of St. John
- Reception Venue: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald (Wedgwood Room)
- Photography: Nicole Ashley Photography
- Reception Music: DJ Kwake Entertainment
- Cake: The Art of Cake
- Florist: Fabloomosity
- Pet portrait As wedding Gift: mooportraits
- Hair + Makeup: Blushed Beaute
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Suzanne, Lead Planner | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
Whitewood Barn Edmonton Wedding Planner: Danielle + Jason
Set in the charming Alberta countryside, Danielle and Jason’s wedding was held on a warm summer day at The Whitewood Barn just outside of Edmonton.
After a ‘first look’ and taking photos with their wedding party, they exchanged rings and vows in a quaint clearing of pine trees adorned with café lights and rustic wooden benches. Guitarist Jeff Ramsey serenaded guests while they sipped bubbly from a boxwood champagne wall, and enjoyed tasty hors d’oeuvres by Stir Catering. After dinner, guests danced the night away under string lights and country stars.
See more of this beautiful, rustic wedding featured on the Blush Magazine blog!
Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photographer: Jess Leigh Photography
- Venue: The Whitewood Barn
- Officiant: Howard Saunders
- Ceremony + Cocktail Music: Jeff Ramsey
- Reception Music: DJ Kwake Entertainment
- Cake: The Art of Cake
- Catering: Stir Catering
- Florist: Laurel’s on Whyte
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Bartending: Strong Bartending
- Marquee Letters: Talent Productions
- Transportation: Blue Sky Limos
- Hair + Makeup: Bliss & Glow Artistry
- Gown: Novelle Bridal
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Suzanne + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Whitewood Barn Edmonton Wedding Planner
Edmonton Backyard Wedding: Lisa + Alex
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic made backyard weddings the new norm, Lisa + Alex chose to celebrate their marriage with an intimate guest list at Lisa’s childhood home. Their vision for the soirée was a relaxed evening with their favourite people, dining al fresco and dancing under the stars!
If you’re planning your own backyard affair this summer, here are some of our top tips for ensuring a successful event.
- Expert evaluation. A large, empty lawn can be deceiving – involve an expert to evaluate your space for grade and access to power, and to advise you on the right tent, layout and rental requirements.
- Bathroom basics. If you don’t like the idea of guests coming in and out of your home to use the washrooms, consider renting portable toilets. The options have expanded over the years and now there are luxury models available with fantastic lighting and ventilation.
- Be a good neighbour. If neighbours aren’t invited but may be affected by your wedding (more traffic/cars parked on the street, noise late into the evening) it’s courteous to let them know you’re hosting a big event.
- Consider guest comfort. Use your wedding invitations to inform guests the events are outdoors so they can prepare accordingly. Having sunscreen, fans, bug repellent, lap blankets and umbrellas on hand will make you the ideal host.
- Prep a ‘Plan B’. Weather in Alberta is unpredictable – be prepared for the worst case scenario. Rent extra tents in case of rain, heaters for chilly evenings and fans to help cool down a hot day.
- Hire help. You want to enjoy your wedding day so let others handle decorating, bartending, catering, serving and clean-up. Hiring professionals will allow you to relax and avoid placing this burden on family and friends.
Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Officiant: Howard Saunders
- Photographer: Jacinta Daniele Photography
- Catering: Stir Catering
- Dessert Food Truck: Ohana Donuts
- Florist: Laurels on Whyte
- Rentals (Dinnerware): Special Event Rentals
- Rentals (Chairs, Tables): All West Wedding Rentals
- Hair + Makeup: Filament Hair Inc.
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Elyse, Lead Coordinator | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
Edmonton Backyard Wedding
Banff Wedding Planner: Kelsey + Greg
Dancing the night away under the stars – this was Kelsey and Greg’s vision they shared when we first started working together to plan their dream wedding in Banff, Alberta. Tented weddings aren’t the norm in the Canadian Rockies, but we were up for the challenge, and Whyte Museum Grounds on the banks of the Bow River provided the perfect setting for this outdoor soirée.
The beautiful design, complex logistics and skillful onsite execution of Kelsey and Greg’s wedding earned it the honour of Best Wedding at the 2019 Edmonton Event Awards! It’s also featured in the Spring / Summer 2020 issue of Rocky Mountain Bride Canada.
Watching Kelsey and Greg together on their wedding day – completely swept up in joy and radiating love from their family and friends – was a perfect reminder why we’re so lucky to play a role in these milestone celebrations.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Ceremony + Reception Venue: Whyte Museum Grounds (Banff, AB)
- Bride Getting Ready Location: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
- Photographer: Natalie Andrusiak
- Videographer: A Love Story
- Officiant: Karyn White
- Ceremony + Cocktail Music: RSVP Weddings
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis
- Catering: Fork + Farm
- Cake: Kake Canmore
- Florist: Flower Artistry
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals Banff
- Vintage Furniture: Orange Trunk Vintage Styling & Rentals
- Limo and Shuttle Service: Highland VIP
- Invitations + Stationery: J. Gartner Studio
- Washrooms: Rangeland RV
- Generator: Bison Electric
- Hair + Makeup: The Pretty Haus
- Bride’s Hair Stylist: Marika Stimac from Mousy Brown’s
- Bride’s Gown: Dalaarna from Pearl & Dot
- Bridesmaid Attire: Park & Fifth Co.
- Groom + Groomsmen Attire: SUITS by Curtis Eliot
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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Banff Wedding Planner
Edmonton Wedding Coordinator: Khadija + Dan
Aga Khan Gardens is one of the Edmonton area’s newest and most in-demand outdoor wedding ceremony venues. An open amphitheatre nestled within the forest, its mandate is to provide a peaceful gathering space to develop human connections.
It was such a pleasure to provide Wedding Day Management services for Khadija and Dan, who held their ceremony at the Aga Khan Gardens followed by an intimate celebration at Khazana Restaurant. See more of their wedding in Blush Magazine as part of the 2019 Venue of the Year feature.
Credits:
- Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Ceremony Venue: University of Alberta Botanic Gardens, Aga Khan Garden
- Reception Venue: Khazana Restaurant
- Photography: Jade Gabrielle
- Ceremony Catering: NAIT Catering
- Ceremony Music: Josh Sahunta
- Reception Music: DJ Vijay
- Florist: Tickled Floral
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Hair + Makeup: Calvin Alexander
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Suzanne, Lead Planner | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Ashley + Sean
Ashley and Sean’s wedding was the perfect combination of tradition and classic elegance meets modern design. They shared a first look at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald where they took photos in the beautiful gardens before heading to St. Josaphat’s Cathedral for a traditional Ukrainian Catholic ceremony. The newlyweds hosted a modern reception at Art Gallery of Alberta, which we dressed up in black and white with touches of champagne and rose gold.
Credits:
- Wedding Planning & Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photographer: Jade Gabrielle
- Officiants: Father Peter Babej
- Ceremony Music: Wild Rose String Quartet
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Cake: Brianne Gabrielle Cakes
- Florist: Fabloomosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Custom Dance Floor Wrap: Talent Productions
- Transportation: Apex Limousine
- Hair Stylists: Hair Designs by Maggie
- Makeup Artists: Sen Studios
- Gown: Novelle Bridal
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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planner