Posts Tagged: Pinkpolka Design
Jamaica Destination Wedding Planner: Cindy + Matthew
Destination weddings are a welcome break during our long Canadian winters. Earlier this year we had the honour of travelling to Jamaica with an intimate group of Cindy and Matt’s closest friends and family members.
We suggested holding the wedding festivities off-resort, as this is a great opportunity for guests to see a new part of the island. It also makes the wedding day feel more like a special experience when you travel to a different venue for the wedding day, rather than simply walking down to the beach of the resort.
The historic Rose Hall property was the perfect choice. The ceremony was held on the golf course near the water at Ocean’s Edge. It was a bit windy that day, so perhaps that’s why everyone’s eyes were watering – but more likely it was due to the incredible connection that Cindy and Matt share, which was evident from the moment they saw one another at the altar and pledged their lives to each other.
After the ceremony guests were transported a short distance up to the top of the Rose Hall property where the reception was held. Built in the 1770s, the famous Rose Hall Great House is a mansion in Jamaican Georgian style set high on the hillside with a panorama view over the coast. Cocktails took place under a 150 year-old ficus tree, and a beautiful clear-span tent housed the rest of the evening’s festivities, including a throwback video dance party!
See more of Cindy + Matt’s wedding in the Autumn/Winter 2016 issue of Blush Magazine, and do not miss their incredible highlight film by A Love Story – it’s such a great testament to why you should invest in a wedding video!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Jamaica Wedding Planning + Design
Destination Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Retrospekt Design
- Videography: A Love Story
- Officiant: Rev. Egbert Harvey
- Ceremony + Reception Music: Jamaica Wedding DJ
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florals: Tai Flora
- Rentals: Tai Flora
- Cake: Cakes by Noida
- Transportation: Koolspot Tours
- Hair: Iberostar Rose Hall Spa
- Makeup: Ladies did themselves (lesson from Sen Studios)
- Bridal Gown: Novelle Bridal Shop
- Accommodations: Iberostar Rose Hall Beach Resort
- Travel Agent: Mary Thomas from Holiday Events & Travel
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Allena + Jamie
When we first met with Allena + Jamie, it was clear we’d be a great fit to work together and that it would be a fun year ahead of planning and designing their dream wedding. Always positive and upbeat, their zest for life shone through in every decision made for the wedding, with their top priorities being a fun weekend for their guests and jaw-dropping décor.
The overall design direction was inspired by the ceremony venue – Rainer Gardens. The gardens featured an existing stone structure at the altar, so we designed a lavish floral wall to create a unique and luxurious backdrop for the vows. Despite the unseasonably cold weather for August, the rain held off and the ceremony proceeded outdoors as planned!
Guests made their way to Oasis Centre for the reception, where show-stopping custom witch hazel centrepieces and lighting in morphing tones of pinks, blues and purples brought the Opulent Enchanted Garden theme to life.
Featured on the WedLuxe blog, Allena + Jamie’s wedding was also a top 3 finalist for a 2016 Canadian Special Events Star Award in the Best Wedding Over $75K category!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Kelly Redinger
- Videographer: A Love Story
- Officiant: Bob Wyatt
- Catering: Stir Catering
- Ceremony Music: Vif String Quartet
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (DJ Kwake)
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Lighting: Stardust Productions
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Transportation: Esquire Limo
- Shuttle Service: Red Arrow
- Makeup Eyelashes: LilyMink
- Favours: The Violet Chocolate Co.
- Video Booth: Flashworks Photo Booth
- Hair: Bailey Gartner
- Makeup: Eclectica Beauty Studio
- Bridesmaids Dresses: JoJoBride
- Gown: Sophia Tolli
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Desiree + Alfred
Timeless, elegant and full of luxe details, Desiree and Al’s summer wedding took place at two of our favourite Edmonton venues. The classically beautiful ceremony was held in Hotel Macdonald’s Wedgwood Room, and the contemporary Art Gallery of Alberta set the stage for the evening festivities. Fittingly, Desiree wore two dazzling Pnina Tornai dresses: a formal ballgown for the ceremony and a fitted evening gown for the reception.
These two are so sweet and caring, and the entire day was filled with love radiating from their wedding party, families and friends (who sure know how to party)!
DQ Studios captured the day beautifully, and A Love Story put together this awesome highlight film of the day.
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Desiree + Al, you were an absolute joy to work with and we wish you all the best in your new adventure!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: DQ Studios
- Videographer: A Love Story
- Officiant: Kaye Steward
- Ceremony Music: Mathias Silveira (Violin-Piano Duo)
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Cake: The Art of Cake
- Rentals / Drapery: Special Event Rentals
- Specialty Linens: Dress My Day
- Aisle Runner: Original Aisle Runner Co.
- Dance Floor: Dance Floor Décor
- Handwritten Mirror Seating Chart: Justine Ma
- Transportation: Esquire Limousine
- Late Lunch: Fat Franks
- Hair: Bliss Hair Design
- Makeup: Sen Studios
- Bridesmaids: Pure Bridal
- Gowns: Pnina Tornai
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Charlotte + Frantz, Part 2
After saying ‘I Do’ in an intimate ceremony at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Charlotte + Frantz wanted to celebrate their marriage by throwing an incredible party for their friends and families. The reception was held six months later at the modern Art Gallery of Alberta.
Long rectangle tables flanked either side of the reception space, while square tables lined the centre of the room. Layers of geometric patterns on the linens, table runners and chargers enhanced a monochromatic palette of whites and soft greys. Homogenous groupings of all-white florals including callas, hydrangea, peonies and garden roses were angled for a modern look. Luxurious letterpress stationery featured the couple’s contemporary monogram, which was also displayed on the DJ booth and custom Violet Chocolate Co. favours.
A dessert bar featured Charlotte + Frantz’s favourite sweets, including Nanaimo bars and locally owned Moonshine doughnuts. Fat Franks hot dog truck served delicious late night eats – a perfect way to fuel up for more dancing!
Before perusing the gorgeous photos by Gabe McClintock, you MUST watch this incredible video by Capture the Moment Media based in Vancouver. They filmed both the December ceremony and June reception – it’s such a wonderful depiction of Charlotte + Frantz’s love story.
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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Gabe McClintock
- Videographer: Capture the Moment
- Officiant: Tammy Banting
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Transportation: Legends Limousine
- Doughnuts: Moonshine Doughnuts
- Late Lunch: Fat Franks
- Favours: The Violet Chocolate Co.
- Hair: Patricia J – Weekly Yeg
- Makeup: Sen Studios (Sunita Sumaru)
- Gown: Alvina Valenta 9258 from Delica Bridal
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Charlotte + Frantz, Part 1
Charlotte + Frantz were married in an intimate ceremony at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. They wanted to exchange vows in front of their immediate families, sharing the sacred moment with their most important supporters. They recited their own vows, which were so beautiful and there wasn’t a dry eye in the room. I feel so honoured to have shared in this special moment with them.
Months later, they would celebrate with an ultra-modern reception at the Art Gallery of Alberta – more to come in Part 2!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Gabe McClintock
- Videographer: Capture the Moment
- Officiant: Tammy Banting
- Ceremony Music: Mathias Silveira and John Fedor
- Invitations/Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Hair Wigs: coucouhair
- Makeup: Sen Studios – Sunita Sumaru
- Bridal Gown: Tom Ford
Lake Louise Wedding Planner: Tess + James
Planning an early May wedding in Alberta is always a gamble in terms of weather, but when you’re getting married at one of the most picturesque locations in the country, you really can’t go wrong! Driving to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, the roads were clear and the sky was blue. As we approached this renowned retreat in the Rockies, the snow began to fall and we woke up the next morning to the most gorgeous view – it felt like we were inside a snow globe peering out!
Tess + James’ vision for their mountain destination wedding was to host an intimate celebration full of warmth and romance. With nods of Tuscan influence, organic greenery and an abundance of lush florals covered the tables, while gold candelabras added formality and elegance to the beautiful Victoria ballroom. A dramatic king’s table set in front of the stone fireplace hosted the 14-person wedding party.
As always, Kelly Redinger did an incredible job capturing the day!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Lake Louise Wedding Planning + Design
Rocky Mountain Weddings
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Kelly Redinger
- Officiant: Klaus Ohlhoff
- Ceremony Music: Music Mosaic Trio
- Reception Music: DJ Larrington
- Invitations/Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals Banff
- Aisle Runner: The Original Runner Co.
- Macaron Favours: Whippt Desserts & Catering
- Hair/Makeup: Avenue Beauty
- Gown: Pronovias
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Mariah + Nathan
High school sweethearts, Mariah + Nathan have a love for tradition and an affinity for Old World Romance, making The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald the perfect setting to celebrate their love story.
It was a complete hotel takeover, with Team JBW working hard the morning of the wedding to transform three different spaces. After a touching ceremony in the Wedgwood Ballroom, guests joined the newlyweds on the terrace for a garden party complete with refreshments, live music and caricature artists. Cocktails were held in the Empire Foyer, where guests mingled and snapped candids in a photo booth to help make a memorable guest book for Mariah + Nathan.
The doors to the Empire Ballroom opened, unveiling timeless décor, with English Garden inspired florals in soft creams and pinks. The first of many surprises throughout the evening, Mariah + Nathan entered the ballroom sharing their first dance to singer and pianist Lindsey Nagy’s rendition of A Thousand Years. The festivities continued with a 5-course meal, a delicious “sweet bar,” signature drinks poured through a custom ice luge, a surprise hip hop performance, and two dress changes!
Thanks to Shandro Photo and A Love Story for beautifully capturing the day. Enjoy!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Shandro Photo
- Videographer: A Love Story
- Officiant: Robert Ligertwood
- Ceremony Music: Strathcona String Quartet
- First Dance Performance: Lindsey Nagy Music
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Hip Hop Dance Performance: 3rd Street Beat Entertainment
- Caricature Artists: Gerry Rasmussen + Laurel Hawkswell
- Photo Booth: Borsellino Photography
- Invitations + Stationery: Pinkpolka Design
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Lighting: PSAV
- Transportation: Esquire Limo
- Cake: The Art of Cake
- Sweet Table: The Art of Cake, Duchess Bake Shop
- Martini Luge: Ice Works
- Hair: Behind the Blush + Bailey Gartner
- Makeup: Behind the Blush
- Gowns: The Bridal House
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