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S AV E T H E D AT E S 5 0 The One 7 6 Adventure in Love REAL WEDDINGS 4 Love Struck 1 2 Summer Love 3 4 Alice in Wonderland 5 3 A Match Made in Paris

FEATURES 2 2 Gatsby Glamour 4 0 Floral Beauty 5 8 Wed at the Beach 6 6 Beachfront

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6 8 Imagine That Events V E N D O R S P OT L I G H T S

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Text by Stephan Sabeski Photos by Raymond & Jessie Leung Photography

It was the first day of nursing school and Gilbert was excited to start working towards his future career.

What he didn’t know was that day would impact him in ways he couldn’t imagine – he had no idea that on that day, he would meet the love of his life. During a tour of the building, Gilbert was distracted by the most beautiful girl he ever laid eyes on, and that happened to be Michelle. Amazed by her beauty, Gilbert spent the rest of the day giving lengthy stares to Michelle. From then on, he spent his free time striking up conversations with Michelle and soon built up the confidence to advance their conversations into studying dates. It wasn’t until two years later that Michelle took a trip she would never forget.

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On the last weekend before their trip to Asia, Gilbert suggested a getaway to help them relax and they embarked on a trip to Harrison Hot Springs. After hours of touring the lake, Gilbert found the perfect location on a long narrow dock that stretched over the water. As they crossed it, they looked into the sky and noticed paragliders. Amazed by the sight, Michelle just stood and watched them for several minutes. When she finally looked away, there Gilbert was on one knee with ring in hand.

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Jessie Leung Photography spent the day capturing stunning images for the couple.

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Ceremony and Reception Venue Four Seasons Hotel, Vancouver Wedding Coordinator and Flowers ROA Floral and Event Designs Inc. Videographer Life Studios Inc. Cake Ganache Patisserie Tea Ceremony Dress Susanna Wedding

were flown in from UK, Ecuador, Miami and California by ROA Floral and Event Designs, and Raymond &

Wedding Gown Venus Bridals, Isabelle’s Bridal Evening Dress Alfred Angelo, Isabelle’s Bridal Bridesmaid Dresses Lisa’s Bridal Salon Veil Isabelle’s Bridal Headpiece Tiffany Vancouver Bridal Formalwear Harry Rosen Armani

favourite, dreaming of using them for her wedding ever since she was a little girl. When asked why she

chose these colours, Michelle says, “They give me a romantic, warm feeling that I can’t explain.” Flowers

Linens & Chair Covers ROA Floral and Event Designs/Art of the Party/Universal Decor/Proline Trading Stationery Love by Phoebe Shoes Salvatore Ferragamo, Michael Kors Wedding Bands Montecristo Jewellers

finally arrived. The wedding consisted of both blush pink and lilac colours, as these were Michelle’s

Jewellery Swarovski, Lukfook Jewellery, Hong Kong; Montecristo Jewellers Hair and Makeup Victoria Ho Musicians Musical Occasions DJ DJ Wax, Fusion Entertainment Inc. Macarons, Cupcakes, Panna Cotta Treat Table Marked Edible Designs Transportation Time Limousine MC’s Lucy Chan NG, Key Events and Weddings Inc.; J.Z. Espiritu

Planning for the big day started only a few months later and after waiting only one year, the big day

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Gillian and Ryan had an athletic meeting as they played on the same intramural softball team at the University of Victoria in the winter of 2012. On August 12 of the next year, on a beach in Tofino during a camping trip, Ryan popped the question and Gillian said yes!

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The couple said “I do� at St. Francis in the Wood, an intimate little church set in Caulfield Cove in West Vancouver. The venue held 150 people, creating a wonderful ambiance for the couple as the church was filled to the brim with family and friends that loved and cherish them both. The rustic wedding included a colour palette of yellow and grey along with touches of wood, mason jars, burlap, and lace. The bride wore an originally strapless dress by Pronovias which was altered to include beautiful lace straps. The bouquet had a mix of yellow and white flowers with touches of rustic greenery wrapped in burlap covering the stems and flowing into the flowers.

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reception included a summer BBQ provided by Emelle’s Catering which made the guests feel at home and comfortable. It was served in a buffet style, but the idea behind it was that the guests would be

Ceremony Venue St. Francis In The Wood Reception Venue The Vancouver Rowing Club Wedding Photographer Will Pursell Photography Flowers, Linens, & Chair Covers Flowerz – Evan Orion

them with clapping, cheering and a big toast, was such a surreal moment for Gillian and Ryan. The

Cake Nicole Mceachnie Veil, Headpiece, & Dress Clara Couture Bridesmaid Dresses Bella Sposa Evening Wear Formalwear Indochino Shoes Lord’s Shoes And Apparel Wedding Bands Gurvin Jewellers

Jewellery Blue Ruby Hair & Makeup Mink Makeup & Hair Transportation The Vancouver Trolley Company Lighting & Draping Focus Audio Visual Services

Walking into the Rowing Club as husband and wife, having all their family and friends there to welcome

able to go outside and grab things off the grill. For dessert, they stuck with the summer BBQ feel and strayed away from tradition, serving a variety of pies, individual crumbles in mason jars, and an ice cream bar.

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“The food portion of the wedding was so important to us and we wanted it to leave an impression on our guests and so we tried to be a little different. It was served in a buffet style, but the idea behind it was that our guests would be able to go outside to the grill master and grab any combo of steak, salmon, sausages and veggie kebobs... Our cater, Emelle’s, were utterly amazing and really helped shape our vision and create that at home backyard BBQ feel.”

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT REVEL EVENTS Jenna of Revel Events combines two of her favourite things, celebration and organization, to help you plan an unforgettable wedding!

Text by Lina Sana Photo by Bob Homer Photography

“Wedding planning is a line of work that allows me to bond closely with my clients on an emotional level.

Helping a couple celebrate their love in the way that most perfectly reflects their relationship, with all the people who matter most to them in the world, is very meaningful work. I’ve never had a professional experience that came close to being as personally rewarding as this.”

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Jenna knows that every couple is different and has different needs for their wedding so she approaches planning by thoroughly understanding each couple’s personalities, goals, and priorities for their day. What makes Revel Events particularly memorable is the fact that Jenna creates a personal connection with her Revel couples.

With her quick-wit and sense of humour, Jenna ensures that wedding planning is a fun process, foregoing any forms or checklists, and she lets the planning unfold organically to get a sense of who the couple really is. The end result is an event that is completely tailored to the couple, reflecting their personalities, and is meticulously organized, which Jenna believes makes the most successful weddings.

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Get the look Gastby inspired hair included soft waves pinned with curls. Hair and makeup by Julie Brown of Let's Face it Beauty.

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Get the look The bouquet, by Vivio Flower Gallery, included cascading pearls and crystals for the ultimate 1920's feel.

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Living on opposite sides of the country, Allie and Ally met through an online forum for their mutual favourite band, The Tea Party. They became fast friends, and finally met in person at a Tea Party Concert one year later. Settling down together in Ontario in 2004, they travelled around the country and have been inseparable ever since. When an antique engagement ring surfaced on Etsy, Ally knew it was time to propose. Based on their common name of “Allison,� and their mutual love for The Tea Party, an Alice in Wonderland theme was chosen. Their goal was to give their guests a fun wedding, including activities like croquet that were based out of the book itself.

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“The colours from the early watercolour versions of Tenniel’s illustrations for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland provided a launching point,” shares Allie. The most difficult part? “The guest list was stressful. We both have large families but they live far away, so they all needed to be invited but we knew many would not come. That said, we needed to plan so that if everyone did come we could afford the wedding and have enough of everything.”

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thing, but took countless hours. Lots of patience/wine, and a lot of space in our house.”

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Ceremony & Reception UBC Botanical Gardens Wedding Coordinator Susan Hyatt, The Wedding Lady Wedding Photographer Butter Studios Photographers Flowers Thomas Hobbs Florist Cake Sweet N’Chic

Dress Everything But The Groom Bridesmaid Dresses Fashion Crimes, Toronto, ON Tuxes/Formalwear Bound By Bond Invitations Colleen Winton Shoes Vince Camuto (Little Ally), Fluevog (Big Ally)

Wedding Bands Christopher Taylor Timberlake / – Tiffany & Co. Jewellery Little Allie’S Ring From Dancing Leaf Design. Little Allie’S Necklace From Ragnar. Big Ally’S Top Hat From Angelyques’S Trinkets

Tea into test tubes, sealing with vintage lace doilies, and attaching ‘Drink Me’ tags. According to the

couple, “The Allies collected ALL of the vintage/antique dishes, teacups, tablecloths, cloth napkins and

flatware that was used in the reception, all of which was “mismatched”. This took the full year before

the wedding, as we gathered it all up from various garage sales and antique / thrift stores. Then we

matched it all back up again into sets that “went” together, but did not “match”. This sounds like a small

Make-Up Big Ally – Luke Driscoll. Little Allie – Shannon Dean Hair Andrea Ducheminski Musicians Elektra Women’S Choir, Stephen Smith Honeymoon Kingfisher Oceanside Resort And Spa, Courtenay, BC Tent Kellie’S Tents, Delta BC Favours David’S Tea Wedding Commissioner Lea Huusko

Nearly every aspect of the wedding had an element of DIY. They made favours by putting David’s

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Floral crowns have risen to become one of the trendiest fashion accessories of the past year which inspired us to ask Mayhew Sherwood Florist to design floral crowns and bouquets for a fabulous shoot around downtown Vancouver. Photographer Ken Tan was given the task of photographing in a wide variety of urban Vancouver wedding settings, and he rose to the challenge by finding everything from restaurants to water docks, streets, and stairways for our very stylish couple.

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Jay and I met on a group ski trip to Big White in January 2006.

We hit it off right away on the trip and officially started dating in April of that year. I’m not really the romantic type, but I knew right away he was ‘the one’ because being together seemed so natural. We dated for 5 years and on my birthday, June 3rd 2011, he took me out for dinner at the Observatory in North Vancouver. He had planned to propose outside on the patio of the restaurant, but there was a high school graduation party being held the same day, so the patio was full of teenagers taking pictures. Needless to say, he had to come up with a plan B. He drove down to Cleveland Dam saying he wanted to test out his newly purchased camera and tripod. He had to rush against time because the sun was setting quickly and I was getting cold waiting for him to frame the shot. Then he set the timer, and I thought he was going to come up and put his arm around me, but he got down on his knees and proposed right then and there and captured the moment, my surprised facial expression and all.

Jay and I enjoyed having Kenny photograph our engagement and wedding shoot so much that we’ve asked him to take our pregnancy shoot as well!

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elebrating their year and a half of pure romance, Brian first proposed to Millie in Disneyland Paris during their month-long European vacation in 2012.

The proposal came just before the Disneyland fireworks show, in front of the magical Princess Castle. Even though she said yes, Brian proposed again with a second ring in Whistler, and Millie knew that the couple would have a large and traditional Chinese wedding that she could celebrate with her friends and family.

Due to their mutual love of fashion, the couple opted for a Tiffany-themed wedding with a white, blush pink, and tiffany blue colour palette.

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The wedding programs included elements from their Paris engagement by folding into the Eiffel Tower, with Minnie and Mickey Mouse kissing beneath it. Following their wedding ceremony, the couple surprised their wedding party in a room at the Pacific Rim Hotel. “ Brian and I had our friends set up the room with gifts from Tiffany and Co. for our wedding party,� recounts Millie. The bed was filled with Tiffany bags, and they held a champagne toast with Tiffany champagne glasses.

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Ceremony Venue Tenth Church Reception Venue Rainflower Seafood Restaurant Wedding Photographer & Videographer Two White Doves Flowers Cambie Flowers Cake Saint Germain Bakery Dress Blush Bridal Veil/Headpiece Bisou Bridal

Bridesmaid Dresses Vera Wang White From David’S Bridal Tuxes/Formalwear Groom’S Tuxdeo Is By Canali Purchased From Holt Renfrew, Groomsmen Wore Vera Wang Black Linens/Chair Covers Linens From Proline Trading And Backdrop And Chair Covers

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From Savant W.E.D. Creations Stationery Custom Made From Hong Kong, Programs Designed By do.i.do Wedding Coordination+ Design Shoes Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, And Salvatore Ferragamo (Purchased In The Designer Boutiques In New York)

a traditional 12 course Chinese wedding banquet, with each course holding a special meaning, along with a DIY candy and dessert table.

Millie's two favourite moments? “During our speech. We had the opportunity to thank our family and friends. Another moment for myself

was when I was putting on my wedding dress and it was the moment that finally hit me that it was actually happening. I was getting

married.”

Wedding Bands Brides Wedding Band Is By Forevermark (Both Wedding Bands Purchased From Lugaro) Jewellery Purchased From Swarovski And Nordstrom Make-Up Muahjwn Hair Muahjwn Musicians Dj Vinny Honeymoon Hawaii And St. Thomas Photobooth Image Cube

The bride's bouquet contained stephanotis, as well as blush pink and cream roses with crystal and pearl accents. Their reception included

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT MAYHEW SHERWOOD FLORIST Kitsilano's Original Boutique Florist Text by Lina Sana Photo by Ken Tan Photo

The Mayhew-Sherwood Florist has a history dating back to 1946. Ken Mayhew and his wife Mary Doreen transformed three storefronts on a little corner of Kitsilano into the spacious boutique it is today. The shop has continued to flourish and current owner, Vicki, has managed to renew the look of the store while maintaining its vintage charm.

Greeting you with her cheerful smile, Vicki ensures that she and her team make you feel relaxed when you meet with their inhouse event coordinator. You can feel at ease knowing that you are in the hands of their floral professionals to help guide you in selecting the perfect florals for your event.

“Being around flowers is definitely one of the best things about being a florist, but it's when couples come into the shop for a consultation that I really start to become inspired. It's always exciting when there is a certain theme or element that the couple wants to incorporate. I really want to 'wow' the bride and groom and it forces my team and I to think outside of the box.� - Vicki

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“We mentor our groomsmen on the responsibilities they have to the groom on his wedding day. Their suits, undoubtedly the best they’ve had to date, are personally sculpted to show their strengths and self-awareness as part of this new team.”

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WHITE SAND, CLEAR SKIES, AND PURE BLUE SEAWATER – if you are desiring a destination wedding, then one of the luxurious beaches in Mexico could be your perfect escape. Located on the edge of the Caribbean Sea, Isla Mujeres Palace in Cancun was the perfect location to host this beach themed styled shoot. With a backdrop that naturally decorates itself, the décor was kept unobtrusively white and simply elegant.

Lush floral arrangements from House of Silk not only travelled well during the long journey to Mexico but also provided a touch of warmth. In this relaxing ambiance, you only have to worry about enjoying your day in this beautiful beachy landscape.

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Location and DĂŠcor Isla Mujeres Palace

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DECOR INSPIRATION IMAGINE THAT EVENTS Imagine That Events has been planning and decorating events for over 12 years. Whatever style of event their clients desire, they work with their vision and budget, with extra special touches, to turn each unique idea into reality. Laura and Sharon of Imagine That Events share some of their favourite dĂŠcor setups here!

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Pretty in pink head table.

The perfect frame for our wedding party.

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A touch of bling always brings a sparkle. Weddings and Hydrangeas go beautifully together.

Who doesn’t love a themed candy bar?

It adds a touch of fun and excitement.

Crystal chiavari chairs and acrylic boxes add another dimension to a gorgeous reception. It puts focus on the accents on the table.

A rustic country feel sign in table using sentimental pieces to showcase the couples love and style

Submerged Orchids placed in any setting makes a simple elegant arrangement

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Roseballs help accent simple outdoor weddings

Beautiful candle lit evening ceremony with a touch of class from the crystal chandeliers.

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A romantic setting filled with an endless amount of flowers

Simple garden flowers with vintage glass vases set before a perfect background

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Just like the best romances, Shalu and Raj were always only one connection away… it just took a little matchmaking and a sense of adventure to realize it.

The couple met through mutual co-workers, who also happened to be married. After Shalu and Raj shared pictures via Shalu’s co-worker, they began texting and talking on the phone, getting to know one another before setting up their first date in downtown Vancouver, where they shared appetizers and wine and learned just how much they had in common.

One thing they had in common was a love of travel. After ten months of dating, the adventurous couple took their first trip together to Turkey and New York, which was a test to see if they could handle stressful situations together. They passed the test, and soon Raj was planning the perfect proposal for Shalu. After enlisting Shalu’s friend to take her out for an evening coffee, Raj adorned the couple’s condo with scattered candles, 2 dozen roses, and soft background music.

When Shalu returned, she realized what was going on just as Raj got down on one knee and popped the question with a haloed, Tacorri-style solitaire ring. A perfect start to a lifelong adventure.

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT VIVIO FLOWER GARDEN Vancouver and Port Moody’s fresh-only floral sensation!

Text by Lina Sana Photo by Modern Pixel Photography

Patricia Navarro, Owner and Head designer of Vivio Flower Gallery, has spent the last ten years developing her floral design skills to create arrangements for all her clients’ wedding and special occasion needs. She loves utilizing different textures, materials, and shapes, interweaved with her own creativity, to provide clients in Vancouver and Port Moody with fresh florals to share with their loved ones. You’ll want to view their extensive floral gallery on their website and sign up for their Vivio Bouquet Club, a weekly service delivering fresh flower bouquets to your home or office, to enjoy regular doses of their beautiful works of art.

While Patricia has had the opportunity to work with a number of brides, she remembers one in particular. Diagnosed with cancer, this bride's friends stopped at the shop and in a matter of two days, planned the entire wedding with Vivio Flower Gallery providing the bouquet, boutonnieres, and centrepieces. This is the kind of customer service and dedication that Patricia and her team of international designers strive to provide their clients making Vivio Floral Gallery the florist you want to share your special occasions with!

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IT’S LOVE WORKS WITH THE BEST WEDDING VENDORS ACROSS VANCOUVER AND THE FRASER VALLEY, TO BRING YOU THE MOST RELIABLE, TALENTED, AND PASSIONATE WEDDING HELP.

Each member in our Love List is well-known for their reputation and dedication to their work. We encourage you to choose from these vendors when planning your own wedding, knowing that you will get the service that you deserve. Want to join the Love List? Email ZARAH@ITSLOVE.CA to inquire.

PLANNING

STATIONARY Chic & Unique Event Design

Keeks Paper Co.

CHICANDUNIQUEEVENTS.COM | 604.618.7338

KEEKSPAPERCO.COM

Planning and designing the ultimate event is our passion. From large

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and lavish to elegant and intimate, our creations will reflect your vision

with you, figure out what you and your fiancé are all about, and

and style. Services include event coordination, full planning services,

make some invites that reflect that uniqueness. We’ll have some

custom design packages, luxury linen rentals, a full line of chair covers,

fun while we’re at it!

sashes and accessories, backdrops, decor and more! See how we bring the WOW factor to life’s most special occasions.

Imagine That Events

PHOTOGRAPHERS Shane Marmel Photo

IMAGINETHATEVENTS.CA

SHANEMARMELPHOTO.COM

You imagine it – We plan it. We are a Vancouver based event planning

Every destination wedding tells a story. Let us capture

company that thrives on the enthusiasm, sense of humor, and creative

yours.

ideas of our clients. Our responsibility begins with the power to imagine.

Ken Tan Photo

Revel Events

100% film photographer specializing in fine art weddings.

KENTANPHOTO.COM

REVELEVENTS.CA | 778.228.4922

Revel Events provides complete wedding planning, day-of

Modern Pixel Photography

coordination, and everything in between. You've found your partner

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in life; we'd love to be your partner in planning your one-of-a-kind

Wedding photography with a fresh, modern flair. A young,

wedding in Vancouver, or wherever your love story takes you.

married team of photographers looking to make your love our art. We'd love the chance o say hi! Drop us a note.

FLORAL Mayhew Sherwood Florist

Raymond & Jessie Leung photographers RAYMONDLEUNG.CA

MAYHEWFLORIST.COM | 604.736.6565

We are a team of passionate photographers lead by Raymond

Mayhew Sherwood Florist is Kitsilano's original boutique florist. Visit

and Jessie, the multi international award winning photographers.

our consultation salon and meet our team of industry experts who

Our team was named as one of Canada's 30 Most Inspiring

will tailor the floral and décor needs for the event that you've been

Photographers. Whether photographing a small intimate

dreaming of.

backyard wedding or a luxury wedding with hundreds of guests, we maintain the goals to your images: to make you WOW and

Vivio Flower Gallery

touch your hearts.

VIVIOFLOWERS.CA | 604.931.3112

I select the freshest flowers from all over the world in order to create

Mike Tinholt Photography

unique and exquisite flower arrangements that will surpass all your

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expectations

Creating gorgeous imagery so you can remember the heart and soul of what made you fall in love! Relax and

House of Silk HOUSEOFSILK.CA

Beautifully realistic silk plants & flowers will create a lasting memory on your wedding day. We specialize in silk floral arrangements and customized centrepieces to make your day unique.

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enjoy your wedding while we do the work!

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VIDEOGRAPHY Forever on Film

FASHION Samson Wardrobes

FOREVERONFILM.CA

SAMSONWARDROBES.COM | 604.682.7848

We are a full service professional wedding and event videography

We mentor our groomsmen on the responsibilities they have to the

company specializing in capturing your unique story through film,

groom on his wedding day. Their suits, undoubtedly the best they've

creating a lasting memory for years to come.

had to date, are personally sculpted to show their strengths and selfawareness as part of this new team.

CATERING Emelle’s Catering EMELLES.COM | 604.875.6551

OTHER SERVICES Wilhelmina Vancouver

How can we be of service? Emelle's is committed to being successful,

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one guest at a time. We create a worry free, flexible dining experience

An extension to our highly successful New York City headquarters.

by coupling guest service excellence with delectable dishes made

We specialize in the developmental of international modeling careers.

with the freshest ingredients possible.

HEALTH AND BEAUTY Let’s Face it Beauty let’s face it beauty Makeup & Hair

LETSFACEITBEAUTY.CA | 778.989.9666

Vancouver's premiere bridal beauty specialists. Our professional

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mobile makeup and hair artists will ensure you and your entire bridal party will look flawless and picture perfect on your wedding day. Let us help make your special day a beautiful one!

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