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LETTER from the EDITOR
WELCOME TO THE WINTER ISSUE OF ADORE MAGAZINE.
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FRONT COVER Flowers :: Stage Right Photo :: Jaclyn & Viktoria Photography Model :: Toni Klamut Hair :: Inspirado Designs Make Up :: Bri Stein Make Up Dress :: Allure Romance Ballgown
SPECIAL THANKS Kristen Wagner, Angela O'brien, Florenda Picke, Krista Cook, Christine Pienaar Photography, Royce Sihlis Photography,
The 2014 wedding season is coming to a close here in the Okanagan. We have see some absolutely stunning weddings filled with amazing decor, venues and of course beautiful brides. 2015 is just around the corner and it's full of new and exciting trends to get you inspired.
N + D Photography, Yuriko Larson, Marilynn Zubick, Melissa Grzeszczak, my husband Trevor and daughter Quinn
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In this issue the focus is not only on your wedding dress but what lies beneath! The experts from Esteem Lingerie share some tips on how to build your underwear foundation first before you say "yes" to your dress. In our "Winter's Love" stylized shoot we showcase three gowns from Aglow Bridal in Kamloops. These stunners are the perfect fit for any winter bride. Along with the cozy hot chocolate bar and elegant decor this shoot is not to be missed.
WEB Chris Leckie :: Leckie Media
GRAPHIC DESIGN Ginger Creative
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TABLE of CONTENTS THANK YOU to our amazing CONTRIBUTORS
KRISTEN WAGNER
ROYCE SIHLIS
Writer
Photographer
IN EVERY ISSUE
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Photographer
KRISTA COOK
Mosaic Events
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ANGELA O'BRIEN & FLORENDA PICKET
Esteem Lingerie
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
Welcome 2015 TRENDS WE ADORE
2015 Wedding Trends :: Yuriko Larson TRENDS WE ADORE
Boudoir Photography REAL ADORE WEDDING
Krista & Ryan :: N+D Photography TIPS WE ADORE
What's Under Your Dress STYLIZED SHOOT
Winter's Love VENDORS WE ADORE
Okanagan Wedding Entertainment Group HE SAID 路 SHE SAID
Keri & John :: Royce Sihlis Photography VENDOR DIRECTORY
Okanagan wedding experts we adore DIY WITH ADORE
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BY YURIKO LARSON :: VINTAGE ORIGAMI With 2015 right around the corner, trends are already popping up for next year's wedding ceremonies and receptions. Couples want to communicate who they are individually and as a couple. They want all of the details to be very personal and unique. Here are the most noteworthy wedding trends we've got our eye on this year.
MIXED METAL decor From centrepieces to invitation fonts, mixed metals are popping up more than ever. For brides looking to give off vintage vibes to those who want to create an ultra glam mood, expect to see more of copper, golds and silvers.
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Colored bridal gowns Color your wedding dress with shades of blush pink, light blue and mint green. White will forever be classic and beautiful, but there's something undeniably beautiful about the appeal of an unexpected hue in a sea of ivory.
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FULL FLOWERS
2015's wedding flowers will be very
feminine, romantic and soft. A big trend will be an abundance of flowers, grand and centre stage. Needless to say, this 2015 wedding trend will cost a pretty penny.
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Creative Lighting
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Lighting has always been one of the most important factors for a gorgeous wedding. To be on trend, create focus and set the mood for your night with soft romantic twinkle lights. WINTER 2014
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Personalized Backdrops With a strong spirit of individualism in the air couples are infusing their ceremonies and receptions with personality - their own. Creating personalized backdrops is a great way to make your big day pop and make it memorable as uniquely yours.
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Thinking of surprising your groom with a peek at your passionate side? Boudoir photography is the sexy new trend gaining popularity as a wedding day give from a bride to her groom. Celebrate yourself and give this sassy gift!
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CATERING DELI CITY CAFE AND CATERING CO.
DJ LES DARROUX
FLOWERS KRISTA’S BOUQUET IS MADE FROM VINTAGE SILK FLOWERS. THE BRIDESMAID’S BOUQUETS MADE OUT OF SILK FLOWERS BY SONGS FROM THE GARDEN.
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TIPS ON BUILDING YOUR UNDERWEAR FOUNDATION FIRST WRITTEN BY:: ANGELA O'BRIEN & FLORENDA PICKET CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL BRA FITTERS & CO-OWNERS OF ESTEEM LINGERIE For most dress providers in wedding industry my opening title sounds like a declaration of war. For years many lingerie experts and alterationists have shaken our heads as Brides get duped into purchasing dresses that "just need the right underwear and a few alterations to make it perfect". The reason why we shake our collective heads is because buying formal wear without the right underwear first is like framing up a house with no foundation.
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Regardless of the clothing, your underwear is the key determining factor in how a
As the daughter of a Tailor and Custom
garment will present on your body. Here are our tips to reduce the "Dress Stress"!
Bra Maker there is one rule that I
As underwear is the foundation that your dress relies on.
have always abided by... NEVER get a
Sta�t With You� Underwea� Fi�st
garment altered until you have proper fitting underwear for the alterationist to customize the garment to. Your underwear will change the shape of your
Most women have an image of what kind of dress they are looking for. For Brides we
body and if you tailor the garment to
see a number of style all revolving around the strapless dress design. If your heart is set
bad fitting or nonexistent underwear
on a strapless dress getting professionally fit into a strapless bra before you choose your
then when you try to put underwear
dress can make the difference between happiness and stress. Most strapless dresses
under that dress after the fact the dress
are designed around a petite breast (a "C" or small "D" cup). The challenge is that the
won't fit properly. (Hint - if a tailor or
average cup size for most women in North America is bigger than that.
alterationist doesn't insist on you having the proper underwear on before a fitting - it is a really good indicator they may not be as experienced with formal wear alterations as you would like.) Final tip on alterations: If you are wanting to lose weight make sure that you are done dieting before you start your alterations. Continuing to actively diet after you have your dress taken in is only going to ensure that you will have to have the dress altered again and usually at panic time just before the wedding.
If the cup area is too shallow in a strapless dress the breast either gets pressed
The starting with your underwear first
down on the body onto the stomach making the stomach area look bigger or
guideline also applies to shapewear! If
the breast bubbles out of the top of the dress. The other issue is that with most
you think you want to wear shapewear
strapless dresses, the weight of the dress is pulling down on the breasts so if there
under your wedding dress bring it with
isn't enough structure to push the breasts up - gravity and physics win and you end
you before you buy the dress. Depending
up with a flattened shape.
on the style of the dress there may not
By getting fitted in a great fitting strapless bra before you go dress shopping you will have the breasts in the right position to better evaluate the fit of the dress including what alterations are needed before you purchase the dress. If you have already purchased the dress and need some underwear help, always bring the dress with you to the lingerie shop. By bringing the dress with you, the bra fitter can ensure that the underwear works under the dress.
be room inside the dress for you and the shapewear! Please also keep in mind that while shapewear can make those pictures look fabulous you still need to be able to enjoy your day! If you can't sit, breathe, go to the bathroom without a team assisting you, then is the shapewear really worth it!
Beware if in order to get the "girls" to fit into that bodice the dress has to be ordered
Consider a different dress style that will
in a bigger size. The bigger size will tend to offer more bust room, however it may
be more figure flattering to you.
then require significant alterations to make the dress fit. On corset style strapless dresses the alterationist needs to have specialized knowledge of corsetry to make the right alterations - they also tend to take more time and therefore cost more money.
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From my own personal experience, I remember that one of the best moments of my wedding day was when my husband assisted me out of my dress on the wedding night. He encountered a beautiful bra and panty set. Is your new husband going to encounter a nude coloured garment that looks like you have been mummified and
Myth #1 NOBODY SEES MY UNDERWEAR SO IT DOESN'T MATTER
need to be cut out of it? Shapewear is rarely sexy.
HOW IT FITS OR LOOKS.
The Question of Co�sets
Wrong - when women wear underwear that fits their body
One of the looks for wedding night festivities that women ask for is a variation of what is called a "Merry Widow". The ensemble can include a bra or corset with panties and garter belt and thigh high stockings or combinations of the pieces. Without a doubt a well fitted corset combines the benefits of shapewear
a couple of things happen. First the body is proportioned so that clothes hang on the body better. Second, women wearing underwear that fits their body tend to stand straighter, with better posture presenting a slimmer more confident image. Plus the most important person in the world is always seeing your underwear - YOU!
heart set on the strapless style dress skip the corset and aim
Myth #2
for a strapless bra for support. If the dress already has layers of
SPENDING MONEY ON QUALITY UNDERWEAR IS NOT
support and boning incorporated into the dress adding a corset
WORTH IT.
with the sexiness of lingerie and can be a great foundation under many dresses. The one caution I would offer is if you have your
underneath just doubles up on the layers and boning - bulking out the dress and making it almost impossible to sit.
It all Comes Down to Postu�e
Regardless of the underwear or the dress what often is the deciding factor on whether or not the dress or underwear works is one thing and it is free... YOUR POSTURE! Standing up straight is an absolute requirement especially under formal attire.
A Final Thought... One thing I know for sure is that if you are buying a wedding dress then that means that your groom already knows what a beautiful woman you are. Love your body for what it is. Get underwear that fits and flatters YOUR figure. Then choose a dress that accentuates your beauty... the dress should fit you, not the other way around.
A good bra can be worn under most clothing - we wear bras everyday! How often are you going to get to wear your formal attire or wedding dress? You will get far more use and value for your money out of your quality underwear. Plus getting properly fitted for your bras can lead to years of comfort, fit and happiness in your underwear
Hints and Tips 1. Always start with your underwear first - It is the foundation to your garments. 2. Good Posture is essential! Strapless fashions will not sit properly on a body that is slumped over. 3. If you are buying your underwear after you have gotten your dress - make sure you bring your dress to the lingerie shop so we can make sure that the underwear will work under the dress. 4. Don't get a dress altered till you have your underwear and shapewear for your dress.
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dresses Aglow Bridal Lounge
cake Kaleena Cakes
hair Inspirado Designs
make up Bri Stein Artistry
models Toni Klamut
photography Jaclyn & Viktoria Photography
staging, decor & florals Stage Right
stationary Dandelion Willows
dress designers Truvelle :: Michelle Backless Lace and Chiffon Wedding Dress Allure Romance :: style number 2757 Ballgown Love Marley :: style number 53313 Lace and satin, fit and flare gown Mariell :: White Fur Muff Elegance By Carbonneau :: Jewelled headpiece
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You’ve been waiting for it all evening: those five iconic synth chords. Heads perk up. It’s time for “Thriller.” Drinks and conversations are dropped and sore feet are forgotten as everyone makes their way to the dance floor. Regardless of skill level or age, the crowd breaks into iconic zombie choreography. The beat picks up and the crowd’s energy is palpable. It’s the very definition of a party.
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These enthusiastic dance moves are brought to you by DJ Dante of Okanagan Wedding Events Group, also known as Alex Bird. Alex knows that when it comes to bringing people to the floor and keeping them there, there’s a lot more to it than simply pushing play.
“TO HAVE A GOOD PARTY, YOU NEED THE RIGHT MUSIC FOR EACH MOMENT,” Alex explains. That means a lot more than playing a few top 40 hits. Wedding crowds are as diverse as they come—how often do you swing dance with your grandparents and take shots with
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your friends at the same party? A wedding DJ’s job is to create a feel-good atmosphere and make sure each demographic has a good time. You don’t learn how to keep all those plates—or in this case, records—spinning overnight. Alex’s journey towards the turntables was gradual. A lifelong musician, he has dabbled in many different kinds of music—jazz, rock and classical, to name a few—before becoming interested in electronic dance music. He has made occasional appearances DJing at clubs, but he quickly found weddings to be more gratifying. “I’m able to make an actual connection with each person at the wedding… at a club, people don’t really want to interact with the DJ,” he explains. “It’s great to be part of the biggest day of these people’s lives.” Alex makes a point of building a relationship with clients to ensure the day is as personal as possible, so clients don’t find themselves trying to dance to Frank Sinatra when their tastes lean more towards Beyonce. The process begins months before the wedding with a discussion about the clients’ vision for their day. If the clients decide to book Alex, they fill out a form to consolidate key information and any music they’ve picked for key moments, like the first dance and the bouquet toss.
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In addition bringing the jams for the
Machines—iPods or computers—may
dance, Alex can also provide music for the
seem like an inexpensive alternative
ceremony and cocktail hour, MC services
to hiring a DJ, but generating fun at a
and event planning assistance. He can also
wedding dance is an area where having
suggest music for each part of the day,
a pulse is a definite asset. “An iPod can’t
“but 95 per cent of the time, they don’t
read a crowd. An iPod can’t take requests,
take my suggestions, since music for the
and sometimes requests are what keep the
ceremony and the bride’s walk down the
party going at the end of the night,” Alex
aisle is so personal,” he says.
explains. “iPods play, and then they stop.”
Until the wedding day, Alex regularly
A human DJ has the advantage of being
touches base with the clients. During
able to observe the crowd’s behaviour and
those conversations he and the couple
adjust the playlist to match their tastes.
get to know each other, and he can tease
“Imagine going to a party with 170 people,
out a more complete impression of their
everyone with different backgrounds
vision for their day—something that can’t
and musical tastes, and you just have
be done just by filling out a form. By the
one master iPod for the night,” he says.
time the big day rolls around, he has a
“If nothing on that playlist appeals to a
strong relationship with the couple, and
guest’s musical taste, they probably won’t
they won’t feel they have a stranger—or
get up to dance for the entire night.”
a machine—at the mic during one of the most important events of their lives.
Alex’s massive music collection— somewhere in the neighbourhood of 20,000 songs—and his encyclopedic knowledge of it give him the ability to bridge between styles using “transition” songs. For example, if a group of aunts and uncles are tearing up the floor with swing or jive moves, Alex might aim to keep them on the floor while attracting new dancers by playing a pop tune with a swing aesthetic. Digital music technology hasn’t quite made that leap yet. Regardless of your taste, or what way you choose to bring music to your wedding, one thing is for sure: music must be a part of the day. “Music is a pathway to people’s hearts and minds,” Alex says. “A wedding without music and a fun and interactive DJ could be very dry and stale.” OKWEDDINGGROUP.CA
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FIR ST MEET ING I MET KERI THROUGH A GOOD FRIEND AND ROOMMATE OF HERS. I HAD RECENTLY MOVED BACK TO CALGARY AND WAS INVITED OVER TO HER PLACE FOR MOVIE NIGHT. WE HAD THOUGHT IT WAS RANDOM CHANCE BUT TURNS OUT HER ROOMMATE HAD BEEN PLAYED MATCHMAKER. DESPITE THE FACT THAT KERI WAS BUSY WRITING A SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION, WE CHATTED MOST OF THE NIGHT AND HIT IT OFF GREAT. SOON I WAS OVER AT HER PLACE ALL THE TIME FOR DINNERS AND MOVIE NIGHTS.
John and I met in University, he was just starting his degree and I was ending mine. I was living with a bunch of my girlfriends and one night this handsome guy (John) walks into our basement, newly returned to Calgary after a year away. I remember he was wearing this cool suede coat and I was frazzled because I was wearing my usual uniform of a plaid shirt and slouchy toque. I tried my best to ignore him as I finished off a scholarship application but he seemed so genuine and funny that I couldn’t help being drawn into conversation with him. Soon he was a regular fixture in our house and my life.
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FIR ST DAT E
I WOULD SAY OUR FIRST DATE WAS A CALGARY STAMPEDERS GAME IN THE FALL, NOTHING MORE ROMANTIC THEN SITTING ON METAL STADIUM SEATS IN NOVEMBER. WE HAD MET A COUPLE OF TIMES AT HER HOUSE ON VARIOUS MOVIE NIGHTS AND PARTIES, SO I DECIDED TO MUSTER UP THE COURAGE TO GET HER NUMBER FROM ASHLEY (KERI’S ROOMMATE) AND SEE IF SHE WOULD WANTED TO COME TO A STAMPEDERS GAME. WELL TO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT, ONE BIG WARM BLANKET A COUPLE OF HOT CHOCOLATES AND A GREAT FALL CFL GAME AND THE REST IS HISTORY.
Before we started dating, John and I were friends for a few months so there is a bit of contention about which date was really the 'first.' I like to tell people that it was a trip to Value Village to buy him a costume, but really I think it was when he invited me to a CFL football game. It was winter, and there was snow on the ground, so John brought mounds of blankets. This was necessary, because in my usual fashion, I was extremely under dressed. He wrapped me up tight, bought me a few hot chocolates and in the end I was probably the warmest person in the stadium.
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FIR ST K ISS OUR FIRST KISS WAS AT A HALLOWEEN PARTY AT KERI’S HOUSE. I WAS A HUNTER TURNED ZOMBIE (KERI HAS A LOVE OF ALL THINGS ZOMBIE) AND SHE WENT AS A LEPRECHAUN. IT WAS A GREAT EVENING WITH ALL OUR FRIENDS AND DESPITE GETTING IN A FOOD FIGHT WITH THE CANDY APPLES, WHICH KERI HAD MADE EARLIER IN THE DAY I ENDED UP GETTING A KISS GOODNIGHT.
Our first kiss happened on Halloween 5 years ago. I was dressed as a leprechaun and John was a hunterturned-zombie. My roommates and I were hosting our usual Halloween party and sometime during the night John and a few other people decided to get into a very messy candy apple fight. There was caramel all over the walls and an apple stuck to the ceiling. I guess I should have been unimpressed, but all I remember was it being hilarious. John of course stayed for hours to help clean up and was rewarded for his efforts by a Halloween kiss.
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F IR ST I LOVE YOU THE FIRST “I LOVE YOU” WAS FROM KERI SOMETIME AROUND NEW YEARS. WE WERE AT MY PARENT'S CABIN WITH SOME FRIENDS, AND AFTER A WHIRLWIND OF A TRIP GETTING THERE WE HAD A FANTASTIC NEW YEARS TOGETHER. NOTHING LIKE A HORRIBLE SNOWSTORM AND ICE FISHING TO BRING A BUDDING COUPLE TOGETHER.
Five years ago at Christmas there was a huge blizzard that grounded all the flights departing from my hometown back to Calgary. John and I had been dating for a few months and had made plans to spend New Years ice fishing at his parents cabin. With no way to fly home, my father decided to drive through the blizzard to deliver me back to Alberta. He also decided however that my new boyfriend would also drive through the blizzard to meet us half way. John was of course up to the challenge and after a very slow and snowy five-hour drive John and my parents met for the first time. When we finally made it to the cabin the next day and collapsed exhausted after our adventure I turned to John and told him how much I loved him.
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T H E O NE I CAN TRULY SAY I KNEW AFTER THAT FIRST NIGHT WATCHING MOVIES WITH SOME FRIENDS THAT SHE WAS “THE ONE. I HAD ALWAYS BEEN A BIT OF A SHY GUY BUT I NEW
I started to fall in love with John during
I NEEDED TO STEP UP AND NOT MISS
his recovery from jaw surgery. We started
OUT SOMEONE TRULY SPECIAL. EVER
dating when his jaw was still wired shut
SINCE THAT NIGHT I KNEW THAT WE ARE MEANT TO GROW OLD AND CROTCHETY TOGETHER.
and all he could eat was blended pizza and smoothies. Most people, including me, would not be very pleasant after months of pain and blended foods but John was so funny and resilient and I thought to myself, any man who is this amazing without being able to talk or chew is the guy I want walking beside me through life.
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T H E P ROP OSAL
THE PROPOSAL TOOK PLACE
WAY AND KERI HAD MENTIONED
AT A STOP ALONG THE I-90 IN
THAT SHE HAD ALWAYS WANTED TO
WASHINGTON STATE OUTSIDE
GO SINCE SHE AND HER PARENTS
OF OMAK AT THE WILD HORSE
ALWAYS STOPPED THERE WHEN SHE
MONUMENT. THE LARGE BRONZE
WAS A CHILD. AFTER AN ILLEGAL
HORSES ARE SHOWN RUNNING
U-TURN WITH A VINTAGE TRAILER IN
ACROSS THE VALLEY TOP
TOW ACROSS THE I-90 WE TOOK A
OVERLOOKING THE COLUMBIA
PRECARIOUS HIKE UP TO THE STATUES
RIVER. WE WERE DRIVING DOWN
IN 45°C WEATHER. I GOT DOWN ON
TO PENDLETON, OREGON FOR OUR
ONE KNEE AND ASKED HER TO MARRY
ANNUAL TRIP TO THE PENDLETON
ME. NEITHER ONE OF US REMEMBERS
ROUND-UP, AND DECIDED TO TAKE
WHAT I SAID BUT I’M SURE IT WAS
A DETOUR TO SEE THE MONUMENT.
SOMETHING ROMANTIC. ALL THAT
THE MONUMENT IS ABOUT HALF
MATTERS WAS THAT SHE SAID YES.
Every September John and I travel south from Calgary to attend a Rodeo in Pendleton Oregon and last September we decided to tow our vintage trailer "Trilby" down with us. On the road to Pendleton, along the Columbia River is a rest stop called the Wild Horses Monument where you can hike up the hill to a sculpture of 15 life-sized wild horses. As a girl when traveling to see my grandparents, my parents and I would always stop here, but we never hiked to the top of the hill. I had told John about this place and my desire to finally complete the hike, so on his trip John decided to go out of our way and visit the horses. What he didn't realize is that you cannot access the turn off to the trailhead going south on the highway so as we drove past we missed it. Well, John was on a mission, and took our SUV and trailer through the ditch to execute a very questionable u-turn. Once we arrived at the trailhead it was apparent that I was not dressed for a hike, but John insisted so together we slowly made our way up the trail. The view from the top was spectacular and once all the other hikers had left he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. Neither of us can remember exactly what he said, and we were both shaking so hard on the hike down that I'm surprised neither of us died. Best proposal ever.
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ATTIRE BLISS BRIDAL With the finest selection in the interior from the best Designers, our professional bridal consultants will bring your vision to life. w :: blissbridal.ca e :: info@blissbridal.ca p :: 250.860.7766
DJ SERVICES OKANGAN WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT GROUP Providing your special wedding day with an experience at the highest level, for a price that is right. w :: OKWeddingGroup.ca e :: OKWeddingGroup@live.com
CAKE SWEET ON YOU CUP & CAKES Cakes, cupcakes, mini cupcakes and cake pops for any occasion! w :: sweetonyoucakes.ca e :: info@sweetonyoucakes.ca p :: 250.317.3889
FLOWERS CROCUS FLORAL DESIGN
FLORAL
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INVITATIONS GINGER CREATIVE Helping you translate your unique love story, social event and exciting life moments into original invitations and stationery. w :: gingercreative.ca e :: carrie@gingercreative.ca p :: 778.215.0159
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MAKE UP JENNY MCKINNEY - MAKE UP ARTIST Having worked as a freelance makeup artist for 15 years in the Okanagan Valley. Makeup is only a tool, the beauty is within you!! Specializing in wedding, and anything for which ultimate beauty is required. w :: jennymckinney.com e :: theartofliving@shaw.ca p :: 250.718.3180
PHOTOGRAPHERS BARNETT PHOTOGRAPHY It’s our dream job to capture your romance and who you are together, on the most important day of your life. w :: barnettphotography.ca e :: BarnettPhotography@gmail.com p :: 250.860.4116
HEATHERLY PHOTOGRAPHY Photography for the cozy, affectionate, “I love you so much I want to pinch you” couples. w :: heatherly.ca/blog. e :: heather@heatherly.ca p :: 250.808.9915
RENTALS & DECOR VINTAGE ORIGAMI - WEDDING RENTALS & DECORATING We offer rentals of unique vintage decor, props and furniture for DIY brides and full decor service packages, we’ll take care of all the little details. w :: vintageorigami.com e :: yuriko@vintageorigami.com
VENUES SANCTUARY GARDENS ~ Inspired By Love ~ Built With Love ~ To Celebrate Love ~ Sanctuary Gardens and its surrounding gardens can be rented for outdoor wedding ceremonies, vow renewals and photo sessions. The chapel inspired gazebo offers an intimate, private setting overlooking Okanagan Lake. w :: sanctuarygardens.ca e :: info@sanctuarygardens.ca p :: 250.878.2116
WEDDING PLANNERS MOSAIC PARTY & EVENT DESIGN Specializing in boutique-sized events, specialty displays, custom party packages, and weddings - they bring imagination to the forefront with one-of-a kind event design service. w :: mosaicparty.com e :: mosaicpartyandevent@gmail.com p :: 778.214.6258
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LOOKING TO JAZZ UP YOUR GUEST TABLES? LOOK NO FURTHER THEN THESE GLAMOUROUS DIY NAPKIN HOLDERS. BY :: KRISTA COOK, MOSAIC PARTY & EVENT DESIGN PHOTOS BY :: ALISHA KHAN PHOTOGRAPHY
MATERIALS: · GLUE GUN & GLUE STICKS · VELCRO TABS · SCISSORS OR SNIPS · TWINE · ASSORTMENT OF GREENERY, SPRAYS, OR BOUQUET FILLERS · 1.5” WIDE RIBBON OF CHOICE
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Cut greenery and spray pieces roughly around 5-7� in length.
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Layer 3-4 sprays and greenery together, mixing up the texture and color.
Using your scissors cut a long piece of twine. Tie, wrap, and bind your assortment
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ribbon, but any ribbon will work!)
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ribbon and one on bottom of ribbon to secure properly later.
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Glue greenery spray to ribbon.
Wrap around napkin and accessorize!
WINTER 2014
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT WE’LL SEE YOU IN SPRING 2015
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