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EDITOR'S LETTER

Words cannot even begin to express how excited I am that spring is here! I’m anxiously awaiting the trees blossoming and the flowers blooming. I’m also out on a mission this year to prove that I have a green thumb.

Lucky enough for us, we don’t have to worry about growing our own flowers for our weddings. All we need to do is bring in the ideas and leave them in the hands of a professional florist. As florals are a huge part of any wedding, I have had the pleasure of flipping through the pages of the magazine and seeing endless inspiration for them. Their variety and versatility have the power to transform any event.

In this issue all about Flowers and Stationery, we bring you some of the best work our florists’ have to offer.

The photo gallery showcases bouquet recipes, displaying each florists’ unique style and the articles provide insight on what you need to know when making decisions about your flowers. Our resident stationery expert, Keeks Paper Co., also introduces you to what you need to know while deciding on your stationery suites. To top it all off, we have more beautiful real Winnipeg weddings to share with you. I hope you are as excited as I am to share this inspiration!

Happy Planning!

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Marta wasn’t exactly the romantic beginning he had hoped for as it included a “questionable” Halloween costume and several other embarrassing moments that took Marta some time to get over.

However, Darren would spend the next five years pursuing Marta and making amends, until one day it finally clicked that he was more than just her great friend.

“My most memorable moment was marrying the girl I pined over for 5 years – I never gave up on her. I was told many times to give up and move on, but I persisted and kept asking and asking. She said no many times, but she said yes when it counted. That was the most memorable moment of not only the wedding day but of my life.” - Darren

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REAL WINNIPEG WEDDING RATHER THAN HAVING A FORMAL EVENT, THE couple opted for a celebration where

they could enjoy social interactions with all the important people in their lives. Some of the unique elements involved were family heirlooms updated by the Diamond Gallery for their wedding bands, stationery all handmade

by Marta with a custom ink stamper, guests throwing paper airplanes as the couple walked down the aisle after the ceremony, and a hatchet throwing contest. While a severe 20 minute rainstorm poured, after the ceremony, the sun came shining turning it into just the wedding day they hoped for.

This Page Hatchet throwing was a popular activity amongst guests; Bridesmaids and groomsmen chose their own attire, cohesively fitting with the wedding theme; The wedding décor was all sourced by the couple’s family including the driftwood centrepieces and the antiques; A rainstorm soaked all the guests entering the ceremony, but cleared to a hot and beautiful sunny afternoon as the couple hoped for. Opposite Page A bold red lip complemented the bride’s choice of a simple form fitting dress; The groom wore a modern slim fitting suit with a classic colour scheme of grey, blue, and brown; Guests tables were set family style to encourage socialisation amongst guests; Florals consisted of white cream garden roses, seeded eucalyptus.

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I explained what I wanted, showed some pictures for reference, and updated her even up to the last minute. On the wedding day I saw my flowers and I got exactly what I wanted. The easiest and most painless part of planning the wedding by far was our flowers.”

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NOW WHAT? FLOWERS Flowers for your wedding can be found just about anywhere.

Here is our guide to how you can start planning.

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ENVISION YOUR WEDDING ASK YOURSELF WHERE YOU WANT TO SEE FLOWERS ON YOUR WEDDING DAY.

Tatiana from Oak & Lily explains, “Each wedding is unique and has an individual style. Typically the bridal party's bouquets and centerpieces for the reception tables will be the most common florals at a wedding. Prepare for your consultation by making a list of the number of people in your wedding party and the number of tables you expect at the reception.” Additionally, you want to consider your ceremony and reception venues as well as other activities to determine where florals would be appropriate you can have them down the aisle for the ceremony, on your cake, or as thank you gifts. The possibilities are endless.

CHOOSE YOUR FLORIST BROWSE THROUGH THE PORTFOLIOS OF PROSPECTIVE FLORISTS TO SEE IF THEIR

style fits your vision. Many will display their works online as well. Also, consider what your needs are. If you’re having a destination wedding, have allergies, or are looking for out of season flowers, silk flowers can make a great alternative. Most importantly, go for a consultation – you’ll be working closely with them on an important detail of your wedding so you want to feel confident and comfortable with them. House of Silk says, “Ensuring the florist understands your vision and style and will carry it out for you will make the experience as stress free as possible.”

Photo by Willow Lane Flowers

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HAVE A CONSULTATION THERE IS NO ONE BETTER TO HELP YOU MAKE DECISIONS THAN A FLORAL SPECIALIST! Academy Florist says, “During the initial consultation we get to know

the bride's style, gain an understanding of the overall wedding feel and come up with a flower order that compliments both of those things. We discuss colours, varieties of flowers and design style. We go through the entire list of things for the floral order and from there, come up with a wedding quote (all can be adjusted and tweaked along the way). The goal is to be detailed yet open to the floral designer's suggestions.”

CONSIDER SEASONALITY

ORDER IN ADVANCE

WEDDING PLANNING IS ALL ABOUT THINKING AHEAD. IT IS ESPECIALLY

AVAILABILITY OF CERTAIN FLORALS MAY ALSO BE DEPENDENT ON HOW FAR IN

important to understand that some flowers are available only during certain

advance you order them. You should start connecting with your florist about 6-9

periods of the year. The Floral Fixx comments, “There are a few popular

months prior to your wedding date. Willow Lane explains, “To reserve your date,

flowers, such as Peonies, with notoriously short blooming seasons. Most

a small deposit would be required. From there, 2-3 months prior to your event,

flowers, though, are available year round. A knowledgeable florist should be

another meeting is required to finalize your order. This give your designer time to

able to suggest suitable replacements for a bloom that may not be available

be in contact with the flower farms. For the farms, weddings take priority, the more

on your wedding day.”

notice they have, the better choices you have in getting your selection of flowers.”

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WEDDING HELP WEDDING STATIONERY With bigger items on the wedding checklist, sometimes couples may forget all about their wedding stationery. Don’t wait until it’s too late! We asked Keeks Paper Co. to provide some guidelines so you can start preparing your stationery suites!

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I like to say that stationery is actually a great place to start when deciding you wedding theme, especially as you need to get those pups out 3-6 months before your wedding date.

IF YOU CHOOSE TO HAVE CUSTOM INVITATIONS MADE, YOU CAN

explore ideas for imagery and styles with your designer. Your resulting custom stationery can be used to help guide your future style decisions. You can even take your invitations with you to flower, décor, and other specialists to help bring your wedding day look together.

If you already have a good idea of how you would like to style your day, there are three elements you can use to tie in your invitations with your theme: colour, imagery, and paper. Bring your ideas to your invitation consultation and you can work together with your designer to bring everything together!

Photo by Modern Pixel Photography

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EXPERT ADVICE It is ideal for a couple to book a consultation about 4 months before the wedding or earlier – 5-6+ months, if you would like save the dates, but I am not big on etiquette.

PERSONALIZE YOUR STATIONERY

My favourite way to personalize stationery is a custom stamp.

You can either get a stamp made with your return address, or as a monogram. The best part is, the stamp is yours to have a keep using - what a sweet memento!

The only ones I stick to are sending your invites 3 months ahead of the wedding date and requesting rsvps to be returned 1 month before the wedding. This is more of a guide than a rule. If it's not going to happen, don't be distressed – just do your best to follow the guidelines. I had a friend who took over a year to get her thank you’s out after her wedding and it was not for lack of care, but because she cared so much!

She spent a lot of time making sure those who contributed to her wedding felt appreciated and that took time. Of course I would say you are cutting it quite close if your invites are going out one or two months before your wedding. If you foresee this happening, try to find a way to let out-oftown guests know as soon as you can how they can make arrangements to attend.

ITEMS TYPICALLY INCLUDED IN STATIONERY SUITES:

Save the Dates Programs

Place Cards/Escort Cards

Table Numbers

Menus

Favour Tags

Thank You Cards

Map or Direction Insert

Envelopes

Return Address Labels

RSVP Website

Wine Labels

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natural to hold their wedding in the very place where they first met.

Having locked eyes at his brother’s wedding at the St. Charles Country Club, they fell in love at first sight. Bumping into each other two weeks later at a friend’s birthday party only confirmed that their stories were meant to be intertwined.

THE PROPOSAL TOOK A LOT OF PLANNING BY

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. On a beautiful sunny day while

Scott from first picking out the perfect ring

taking a day trip to Lover’s Beach, Scott got down on one

with the help of his mother and sister – a round

knee in their glass bottom boat and told Nikki that he knew

diamond with a white gold band lined with

from the very first moment they met that he wanted to

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spend the rest of his life with her.

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The vision for the wedding started with tons of birdcages, masses of champagne paletta fabric, and the color scheme. Nikki and Scott also wanted to incorporate things that were important to them including the Scottish tradition of handfasting - where their hands were bound together with the family tartan, a sweets and bacon bar, and guests who flew in from around the world (Nunavut, Scotland, and Kenya, to name a few). With the help of their vendors and suppliers, who they praise as being helpful and accommodating, the couple’s wedding came together into the magical and memorable event that it was.

This Page The stunning garden and beautiful country club fit with the couple’s wedding vision seamlessly; The bride’s mother designed and created all reception stationery from these place cards to the menus, signs, wedding programs, and thank you cards; Matching their tastes, the bride received a sweets table and the groom, a bacon bar; Centrepieces consisted of birdcages on mirrors with candles and two unique floral designs by The Floral Fixx. Opposite Page The wedding arch for the couple’s garden ceremony featured an arrangement of roses, hydrangeas, peonies, and greenery; Bridesmaids wore blush silk chiffon dresses in distinctive styles; The bouquets incorporated soft coloured vintage roses and ranunculus with greenery at the bases.

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NIKKI, THE BRIDE

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BUDGET PLANNING HOW MUCH TO SPEND ON YOUR FLORALS When it comes to florals, where do you spend? Where do you save? It's Love has you covered!

Text by Lina Sana Photos by Kat Willson Photography

SET YOUR BUDGET JUST LIKE WITH OTHER DETAILS IN YOUR WEDDING, MAKE SURE YOUR BUDGET

is realistic and flexible. It’s a great idea to research what flowers you like and what arrangement styles appeal to you before your consultation, but it may be difficult to determine what price range they come in. Don’t be afraid to fall in love with a style though – when you know your budget, it will make it easier for the florist to work with it. The Floral Fixx states, “An experienced florist should be able to help you achieve the look you love, no matter your budget – to help plan you budget, prioritize all the pieces of the puzzle, and then spend more on what’s important to you as a couple.” While florists can work with any budget, The Floral Fixx finds that their most popular floral price range is $1500-$3000.

MORE THAN FLOWERS WHEN WORKING WITH A FLORIST, KEEP IN MIND THAT THERE MAY BE FEES FOR

delivery, setup, tear down, and rental retrieval. Oak & Lily clarifies, “In some cases these services are necessary due to the transportation required for large pieces or the necessity of constructing some pieces on site. If you are considering using some arrangements at the church and then then using them again at the reception, remember to factor in the cost of the interval, two deliveries and two set up fees.”

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EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS FLORISTS SHOULD BE CONSCIOUS OF YOUR BUDGET WHILE DESIGNING YOUR

florals. You may have an idea of what you want to see, but you should also be open to suggestions by your florists about maintaining your budget. Academy Florist illustrates, “There are multiple factors that affect bridal flowers and the costs associated with them. Using higher priced specialty flowers will partly determine the prices as well as what kind of design style you want your flowers to be. Certain styles require more flowers while others can be filled in with layers of lush greenery. The more condensed the flowers are, the more flowers you need. Knowing a bride's budget ahead of time will aid in being able to offer options that fit within it.”

FLESH THEM OUT HAVING A SET BUDGET DOESN’T MEAN THAT YOU HAVE TO SACRIFICE YOUR

desire for large arrangements. There are ways to make them stand out without breaking the bank. House of Silk explains, “Making a centrepiece look larger is simple: layers. You may have a small arrangement, but by placing it on a stage, whether it’s a rustic log, an elegant platter, or a budget friendly mirror, you get a larger surface covered. Around it, you may use elaborate clusters or simple candle votives, stationery, crystals, petals, or even pair it with a smaller or taller arrangement.”

REVAMP YOUR CEREMONY ARRANGEMENTS NO MATTER WHERE THEY ARE IN YOUR WEDDING, YOUR FLOWERS WILL be

coordinated to match the overall wedding theme. With this, it makes perfect sense that after your ceremony is finished, you use those arrangements for your reception! Willow Lane Flowers explains, “Floral decorations can and should be versatile. Depending on the designs, they can be reconfigured and utilized for your reception. It can be as easy as moving a planter by a friend, or hiring your florist for travel and set up. The second option is my personal suggestion, this way if there are any problems or breakage, your florist can handle the situation.”

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WEDDING HELP SILK FLOWERS Flowers can be found almost everywhere at your wedding and silk flowers make a great alternative to fresh flowers.

Text by Lina Sana Photos by Jeremy Hiebert Photography

While nothing can quite beat the experience of having fresh flowers at your wedding, silk flowers are coming up pretty close. Especially with the technology being used in developing high quality silk flowers, you can hardly tell the difference between them and the real thing. Here are a few reasons why we think they make a fantastic option:

ALLERGY-FREE

Flowers can be found almost everywhere in your wedding from bouquets to dĂŠcor and the worst thing would be to walk down the aisle with a stuffy nose and watery eyes. With artificially made silk flowers, you can have the look without the symptoms.

AVAILABLE OUT OF SEASON

Have you dreamed of having a certain flower in your arrangement only to be told that it was out of season or that the price to import it from an available flower farm exceeded what you were expecting? The great thing about silk flowers is that they are in season year round so that you can have the flowers you always imagined.

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That’s not to say that silk flowers are invincible, but they can

Silk flowers are available in different grades, which differ in

surely withstand a lot of external conditions. You won’t have

quality of material and shape – the higher the grade, the higher

to worry about them wilting in the hot summer sun or freezing

the quality. With the different grades available, however, you

during a cold winter day. A money saving tip is to use the

can have the flowers that you want while working within the

same flowers from your ceremony in your reception. Without

budget you’ve set. You can most definitely work with your

having to worry about them browning or falling apart over the

florist to decide the best option for your needs.

course of your day, this is a great way to make the most of your flowers.

PERFECT FOR DESTINATION WEDDINGS

Planning a wedding can be stressful enough, but planning with a wedding vendor in a foreign country who may speak a foreign language can add to that. When working with a florist at home, you can meet with them in person and often times, see your arrangements before the big day. With silk flowers, your arrangements can be made well ahead of time and they travel well. That will be a one less worry on your checklist while you’re planning the rest of your destination wedding details!

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verlasting flowers with silk and preserved botanicals.

Visit our 5,000 square foot showroom

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT HOUSE OF SILK The House of Silk opened in the late 1980s, but it really became involved in wedding work since 2002. With the new generation of silk flowers came the inspiration for House of Silk to work with and create arrangements that made clients double check the authenticity of the botanicals.

Text by House of Silk Photos by Shane Marmel Photography

Melanie of House of Silk takes great pleasure in seeing brides smell and feel the florals and then become shocked upon the realization that they aren’t real.

Seeing them in photos will also fool you. Many photographers revel in the fact that it’s nice not to have to worry about the flowers in hot or cool temperatures, as silk florals can withstand these conditions, so that they can focus on the bride and her party.

AT H O U S E O F S I L K ’ S F I R ST S H OW, W H E N T H E Y B E G A N

working with silk flowers, they took it upon themselves to educate brides with allergies or those who would embark on destination weddings that there were alternatives to real flowers. In the following years, however, they began to meet more brides who just loved the convenience of having silk arrangements at their wedding without sacrificing the look of the florals. Nowadays, with all the sparkle added, they become an accessory to the bride on her day and not just her floral bouquet. Another plus is that they can be very cost effective!

“I really enjoy seeing the bride’s vision and being able to make luxe for less. From bouquets to reception, we offer a wide variety of florals on site to purchase and arrangements to rent. You can't beat the smell of fresh flowers, but where I lack, I make up in design, price, and ease of purchasing silk before the schedule. Many of my brides become friends for life. It’s not just a job – I enjoy my clients and my work, from inception to creation.” - Melanie

LOVE LIST VENDOR HOUSE OF SILK (PG.XX)

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT WILLOW LANE FLOWERS In March of 2005, Willow Lane Flowers was opened with the purpose of sharing the joy of flowers.

Text by Willow Lane Flowers Photo by Pearl Angelini Photography

After a few months of opening her doors, Dawn saw how flowers made a difference in people's lives, from joyous occasions to the ending of life, and she then decided that her clients deserved more than what she was giving. That was the beginning of her higher education into floral art.

Dawn is now a certified designer with the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), Canadian Academy of Floral Art (CAFA), Certified floral designer (Cfd), and a floral judge.

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is seeing the joy when

bouquets are presented to them. The men are especially a special gift when their eyes light up to see their unique personality in their body flowers.

“ C lients spend so much time and effort in creating the theme of their wedding and purchasing their wedding apparel. Our desire and purpose is to capture and complete the emotion, beauty, and personality. For us, serving and creating floral designs feeds our soul; expressing a couple’s love is a gift we are honoured to share.” - Dawn

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Make your Wedding Day a "Walk in the Park" with The Pavilion Event Centre. Located in the Pavilion in the heart of beautiful Assiniboine Park, The Pavilion Event Centre is the perfect location to host your Wedding Day. We specialize in "Making it Personal." Whether you are planning an intimate or grand celebration, our experienced staff will work closely with you in order to realize your vision. Allow us to WOW you and exceed your expectations with our creative and customized menus, exceptional service and fine attention to detail. We are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT KEEKS PAPER CO. “Take a chance and do something you love” is the advice that Keeks Paper Co. Owner, Kyla Donkersgoed, took in starting the company – and she’s not looking back.

Text by Lina Sana Photo by Keeks Paper Co.

Keeks Paper Co. combines good old fashioned hand-to-paper art with the fun and forward world of graphic design.

For Kyla, it’s important to meet with her clients face-to-face to get an idea of what their style is and what imagery has been important to their relationship so she can channel it into each unique stationery suite. The creative process continues in her studio where she dives into her bag of mixed media supplies, bringing your ideas to life and working with you all along the way, ensuring that she’ll get it just right.

KYLA DESCRIBES HER STYLE AS “SOFT-EDGY-POP,” specialising in designing “pretty” stationery. She brings with her a background trained in

“ I love stationery for its platform; it's small and unassuming and can host

foundation studies from NSCAD (Nova Scotia College of Art and Design)

a variety of images and ideas. I love that stationery co-opts design with

University in Halifax and International Development at the University

a message – that clients choose an aesthetic that appeals to them and

of Winnipeg, hoping that these skills will establish a growth that allows

combine it with their message of care. Being a part of that interaction is

Keeks Paper Co. to give back to the community.

awesome!” –Kyla

LOVE LIST VENDOR KEEKS PAPER CO. (PG.XX)

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You bring the love, we’ll bring the cameras

ANGELA & JAY

Text by Emily Mohabir Photos by Jay/Pablo for Gaune Studios www.gaunestudios.com

ENTWINED

IN LOVE LOV E L I S T V E N D O R S E V E N T S BY E M M A (P G.X X) AC A D E M Y F LO R I S T (P G.X X)

A LT H O U G H A N G E L A A N D J AY C O M E F R O M T W O V E RY

different cultures – Indian and Ukrainian – after meeting at work, they immediately became best friends, falling in love shortly afterwards.

After Jay surprised Angela by proposing at an opening party for his new photography studio, they knew they wanted to plan a wedding that celebrated traditions from both of their backgrounds.

A TRULY LAID-BACK COUPLE, JAY AND ANGELA CHOSE

to forgo a hands-on approach to their wedding planning, limiting it to just one month of planning, and trusting their vendors’ expertise to create a relaxing and beautiful day.

Events by Emma planned the wedding, which included a touching ceremony that incorporated spiritual traditions from both cultures, such as a reading of 1 Corinthians 134-8, the presentation of a mangalsutra necklace to Angela, symbolizing her new status as a wife and the mutual bond of marriage, and a poem expressing the importance of marriage.

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REAL WINNIPEG WEDDING

AFTERWARDS, GUESTS ENJOYED A SIMPLE AND

elegant reception, featuring a delicious buffet from Clay Oven, and Ukrainian and Bhangra dancers for entertainment. Gorgeous décor was provided by Events by Emma, including enchanting, candlelit reception tables, which was a favourite of the couple’s and offered a lovely backdrop for memorable photos of their fun and family-oriented day.

This Page The floral centrepieces where given height with a gold embellished platform for a grand appearance; The groom wore a light beige John Varvatos signature line suit; Clay Oven provided wedding guests with a high end buffet while Laugh Love Cakes provided two aqua hued cakes and cupcakes; Academy Florist provided white roses for the wedding, embracing the simple elegance. Opposite Page The couple held their intimate wedding ceremony and reception with 50 guests at the Clay Oven Restaurant; Reflecting her unique personality, the bride chose an untraditional aqua and turquoise lehenga; Events by Emma created a mandap fusing the wedding theme for the Indian Ceremony; The couple’s wedding ceremony, with Indian and Ukrainian traditions, celebrated and united both families and cultures.

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REAL WINNIPEG WEDDING

I didn’t have to do anything other than give her my inspiration photos.

It was simple and classy-everyone was impressed.”

ANGELA, THE BRIDE

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Photographer Gaune Studios Photography (Jay & Pablo), gaunestudios.com Ceremony and Reception Venues Clay Oven Restaurant, Goldeyes Diamond Cake Laugh Love Cakes

Invitations Gaune Studios Shoes Fluevog Makeup Brie Tait Hair Angles Salon DJ & AV/Lighting Trevor Marchenski

"Events by Emma was instrumental in meeting the vision I had for my wedding.

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Cielo's Garden is the perfect venue to host an outdoor wedding or special event.

A beautiful, clear-top tent set in nature gives you the unique experience of celebrating under the 'open sky'. Our dream is to make your dream come true.

Cielo's Garden is the perfect venue to host an outdoor wedding or special event.

A beautiful, clear-top tent set in nature gives you the unique experience of celebrating under the 'open sky'. Our dream is to make your dream come true.

Cielo's Garden is the perfect venue to host an outdoor wedding or special event.

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT ACADEMY FLORIST Academy Florist was established in 1980 and has gone through many seasons of beautiful floral endeavors.

Text by Academy Florist Photo by Kat Willson Photography

One thing has always stayed the same: their commitment to quality product, timely designs and most importantly, exceptional customer service.

THEY PRIDE THEMSELVES ON OFFERING A WIDE range of services from weddings and events to funerals and everyday designs.

The Academy Florist staff range from budding florists to expert floral designers and offer a wide range of design styles.

Irene, the owner of Academy Florist, has had a long time passion for flowers from working in her father's greenhouse as a child and learning design to owning her own business, all adding up to over 40 years of flower experience.

" We want your wedding flowers to be exceptional. Our dream and goal is always to blow you away all the while fitting into your wedding budget, to exceed your expectations, and to make the flowers you receive flowers to remember. From the first consultation to designing your wedding bouquet, we strive to understand your style and give you peace in knowing that we understand exactly what you envision for your flowers."

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Every destination wedding tells a story.

Let us capture yours.

Flower Shop and Event Florals

1724 Corydon Avenue

www.oakandlily.ca

(204) 421-6251

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT OAK & LILY If you’re in the market for wedding florals that are romantic and elegant, yet rustic and natural, you don’t need to look any further than Oak & Lily.

Text by Emily Mohabir Photo by Modern Pixel Photography

Owner, Tatiana Penner, has been designing florals for fifteen years and strives to show her passion for nature, gardening, and design through all of her arrangements.

HER RIVER HEIGHTS-LOCATED SHOP IS BRIMMING with fresh cut flowers and plants, as well as cards and paper products from local artists, a testament to the company’s commitment to craftsmanship. Oak & Lily offers full floral design services, so you can enjoy Tatiana’s expertise in all things floral on your wedding day!

Oak & Lily meets with each client to discuss their dream florals, as well as their budget, wedding season, and personal style. They then use an inspiration board to create unique and personal bouquets and arrangements for their event. Whether a large or small event, the team at Oak & Lily loves working with clients who trust them to choose and design florals that will be perfect for their event, and take pride in offering their unique design expertise and personal touch to brides on their wedding days.

“Some of the most special events are when the flowers are delivered and the bride is so happy that she has tears in her eyes, or when the mother of the bride gives you a big hug, or the couple takes time in the middle of their wedding day to text or email you about how much they love their flowers,” says Tatiana. “That’s really special knowing that you were able to help someone experience their dream day!”

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT THE FLORAL FIXX The Floral Fixx specializes in wedding flowers and décor.

Text by Emily Mohabir Photo by Mackenzie Jean Photography

Established in 2001, when owner, Julie Pritchard was just twenty-one years old, the success of The Floral Fixx is a testament to the fact that talent, an eye for design, and solid business acumen are not always based on age, but on passion, care for customers, and determination to succeed.

While Julie has her own unique style, she prides herself on her versatility and ability to create beautiful florals for anyone who comes to The Floral Fixx. Not only is she enthusiastic about your wedding but she also has the knowledge to create what you like and lots of ideas to take your wedding to the next level. A true professional, Julie has a track record of going out of her way to make her clients happy, including personally setting up a bride’s floral arrangements on-site while overdue with her first child. “I went into labour as I placed the last centerpiece on the table!” says Julie.

When working with Julie and The Floral Fixx team, couples can be rest assured that they are getting attentive, friendly, and versatile service, down to the very last detail.

“We're all about having fun, exploring ideas and hashing out all the little details. Our

Over the past 14 years, Julie and her team of talented

couples always walk away knowing exactly what they're getting for flowers and décor

designers have created florals for thousands of happy

and what they're paying for it all. However, they can rest easy knowing that if things

couples and have developed a reputation as being one of

change, we can accommodate them.”

the best in Winnipeg.

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The Niverville Heritage Centre is a gorgeous all-inclusive venue that includes catering, set up, decor, linens, even event planning!

We take care of everything to ensure your wedding day is just what you want it to be. We have heard time and time again that our clients appreciate how much we are able to do for them.

Centrally located only 20 minutes from both Winnipeg and Steinbach, the Niverville Heritage Centre is an exceptional and unique venue.

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" Jenna's bouquet was all about taking cream and blush tones to the next level by adding accents of mustard & lavender. With such an unexpected colour combination, we kept to a more classic posy style with just a touch of texture."

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Oak & Lily

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" With a spring woodland influence, this loose & natural bouquet was still right at home in a ballroom paired with dark wood and gold accents."

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Academy Florist

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" This suits Academy's style in the way that there is a cohesive colour story, multiple varieties of flowers that were in season and an aesthetic that is continuing to become more popular."

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Willow Lane Flowers

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" In this nosegay, the placment of callas give movement and airiness to the bouquet. The feathered eucalyptus gives length without weighing it down."

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House of Silk

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" B eautifully realisitic silk plants & flowers will create a lasting memory on your wedding day. We specialize in silk floral arrangements and customize centrepieces to make your day unique."

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THE CLARION HOTEL & SUITES Memories that last a lifetime Choice of linens included · Capacity of 225 · On-site mineral spa · Free parking for guests · Centrally located by Polo Park Complimentary chair covers · Complimentary suite on wedding night with champagne and chocolate BOOK YOUR WEDDING WITH CLARION AND HAVE YOUR NAME ENTERED TO WIN AN ALL INCLUSIVE TRIP FOR 2 TO MEXICO

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ASK THE EXPERTS WEDDING FLOWERS You asked they answered. Winnipeg's top florists address your biggest flower questions!

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OAK & LILY / O THER THAN CENTREPIECES, WHERE IN OUR WEDDING DÉCOR CAN WE INCORPORATE FLOWERS?

(A)

When it comes to décor one only needs to spend thirty seconds

on Pinterest to realize the sky's the limit, sometimes quite literally!

/ C AN I USE MY OWN CONTAINERS?

When incorporating flowers into your décor consider the venue and

(A)

guest experience. What will make the most impact? What will help

pieces. If this is an option you would like to consider make sure to bring

draw your guests attention to the guest book table? Also, consider

one along to your consultation so your florist can give you an accurate

what will just get in the way! Flowers will add beauty and freshness to

idea of what size, style, and budget you should consider.

You can use your own containers for centerpieces or larger decor

any space consider bouquets in the bathrooms, or as part of the escort cards, or place settings.

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EXPERT ADVICE

WILLOW LANE FLOWERS / H OW WILL YOU ENSURE THE FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS SUIT MY WEDDING?

(A)

To ensure the flowers suit your wedding theme, our designers

/ H OW CAN I PRESERVE MY WEDDING BOUQUET AND/OR ARRANGEMENTS?

request a consultation. On average, they can be about one hour. During

(A)

this time, we ask a lot of questions about you, your likes, and dislikes.

options. You may hang your bouquet upside down to "hang dry" or

Our desire is to get to know you and have your ideas, personality, and

dismantle the bouquet and blossoms, dry them, and place them in a

theme come through in your flowers. We will show you samples of

glass terrarium. For this, I recommend having some silicon beads on

our concepts and encourage open communication to help you feel

the bottom to prevent mould. You can also dry press the flowers in

reassured. Flowers are very important, for they can be in almost every

parchment paper and press in a large book, or use silicon beads to do

picture.

the whole bouquet.

In preserving your wedding flowers, there are many different

HOUSE OF SILK / W HO WILL SETUP THE CENTREPIECES AND OTHER FLORAL DÉCOR?

(A)

Here at the House of Silk, to cut costs, you can choose rentals and

/ IS IT POSSIBLE TO SEE MY CENTREPIECES AND BOUQUETS BEFORE THE BIG DAY?

pick them up the day before the event. Our rentals book per weekend,

(A)

and so you may send them back the Monday after. If you wish we also

wedding (assuming we have all the flowers in stock), so you can see

can provide pick up and delivery service as well as a décor service for

them or pick them up ahead of schedule.

The beauty about silks is that they are made months before the

the wedding ceremony and reception.

THE FLORAL FIXX / H OW SHOULD THE FLORALS BE TAKEN CARE OF

/ D O YOU OFFER ANY OTHER DECORATIONS? HOW WILL

DURING PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES?

THESE AFFECT THE COST?

(A)

(A)

To prolong the life of your flowers bouquets should always be put

We have a wide selection of vases, decor and furniture available

back in water when not in use. During the summer, make sure to keep

for rent. We're constantly updating our stock and if we don't have

your bouquet in cooler places, like the shade or an air conditioned car

something, we will do our best to find it for you. If you're getting

or building. To prevent damage to flowers during the winter, make sure

flowers through The Floral Fixx, we like to offer a discount on our

you pack them up the same way they were delivered before

rentals. For example, our Chaivari chairs are only $5.50 each if you're

going outside.

spending $1000 on flowers.

ACADEMY FLORIST / WHAT ARE SOME NEW WEDDING FLOWER TRENDS?

(A)

More and more brides are beginning to seek more botanical inspired designs. Allowing flowers to be open, to fall loosely into place and to look natural.

Textured bouquets with multiple varieties of flowers and colours allow the flowers to breath rather than be tightly bound together.

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

THE LOVE LIST

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 INFO@ITSLOVE.CA to inquire.

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have made it one of the most sought-after planning and

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Planners, with over fifteen years of experience, our creative

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Soirée's experienced and dedicated consultants will eliminate stress and lend a creative hand to every detail, making your wedding a treasured memory.

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FASHION

EPH Apparel EPHAPPAREL.COM Transforming the made-to-measure menswear market. With our commitment to service and unbeatably low prices, there is no reason not to be a part of the eph experience.

Madeline's Weddings & Events MADELINESWEDDINGS.COM | 204.896.1857 Chair Covers & Specialty Linens | Backdrops & Canopies | Head Table Décor | Centerpieces| Invitations & Stationery | Lighting | Planning & Coordination| Candy BuffetsComplete Décor Packages starting at $1349 In Style and On Budget Est. 2004

Hush Collection HUSHCLOTHING.CA | 204.474.1208 A custom bridesmaids dress store. We come in all shapes and sizes, so give your bridesmaids the freedom to choose a dress according to their taste, budget, and body type.

Planned Perfectly P LANNED-PERFECTLY.INFO Make your event perfect! We can help add the finishing touches to your event with table linens, chair covers, draping and more!

L.A. Collection LACOLLECTION.CA | 204.944.8883 L.A. Collection, the Largest Bridal Store in WInnipeg.

Huge selections available in stock - perfect for last minute shopping.

PLANNING

A Moment to Remember AMOMENTTOREMEMBER.CA | 204.390.3256 Whether you are planning a wedding that is small and intimate or larger in size, contemporary, modern or traditional, simple or elaborate, we will guide you through the complete process. We will oversee every element right down to proper seating arrangements and etiquette.

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Stella’s Bridal & Evening Collections STELLASBRIDAL.COM | 204.453.9253 Stella's Bridal offers a collection of premium wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses. Their consultants appreciate your individuality and listen to your story to help you "find the one!

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JEWELLERY

Academy Florist

Diamond Gallery

WEDDINGFLOWERSWINNIPEG.COM | 204.488.4822

DIAMOND-GALLERY.COM | 204.488.9813

For over 30 years we have designed beautiful wedding flowers.

Offering an unparalleled and custom jewellery experience, this

Consultations are free and ideas are endless. From your bouquet to the

local family business specializes in custom jewellery design in

smallest details, our staff will always strive to surpass your expectations!

platinum and gold featuring styling from vintage inspired to contemporary.

House of Silk

Mokada

HOUSEOFSILK.CA | 204.669.3028

MOKADA.CA | 204.415.5220

Beautifully realistic silk plants & flowers will create a lasting memory

History has taught us that each couple has walked a unique path

on your wedding day. We specialize in silk floral arrangements and

leading up to the moment they enter our studio, and we get to tell

customized centrepieces to make your day unique.

their story with the jewelry we make. We are honoured to create tomorrow’s family heirloom today!

Oak & Lily

Sutton Smithworks LTD

OAKANDLILY.CA | 204.421.6251

SUTTONSMITHWORKS.COM | 204.942.5236

Oak & Lily is Winnipeg’s finest flower shop.

Founded in 1993, Sutton Smithworks is built on a foundation of

Their aesthetic is a little bit modern, a little bit vintage, a little bit

honesty, integrity and fair pricing. With a combined experience of

romantic, a little bit rustic!

over 75 years, our staff work with you to create unique, custom jewellery for every occasion.

The Floral Fixx

Epsilon

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SHOP-EPSILON.CA | 204.453.2008

The Floral Fixx specializes in weddings and events. Our free

We are a dedicated team of Gemologists, Designers and

consultations allow you to sit down with a skilled and experienced

Goldsmiths with passion for what we do. Our designers are

designer to discuss your floral decor. You can expect a personalized

known for bold contemporary jewellery.

experience with creative input and suggestions, answers to your questions, and service that goes above and beyond to help you visualize how your flowers will look on the special day!

PHOTOGRAPHY

Gina Brandt Photography GINABRANDTPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

Willow Lane Flowers

I'm an adventurer, a singer, a bass player, a Jesus follower, a wife,

WILLOWLANEFLOWERS.COM | 204.444.3041

a big sister, a coffee AND tea drinker, an aspiring world traveler...

Our arrangements are all individual and customized. Just like the

and I'm a photographer.

special people who come to us. We are graced with weddings, funerals, parties and simple thank-yous of life.

Jeremy Hiebert Photography JEREMYHIEBERT.CA | 204.470.6144

HEALTH AND BEAUTY

2 Chicks and A Bag of Makeup

Jeremy Hiebert is an award winning wedding and portrait photographer and is a member of the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC). His excellence in

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photography and professionalism with clients has earned him a

You have enough to think about when it comes to your big day! Leave looking your

reputation for delivering quality work with a pleasant experience.

best to us! Mobile makeup services, one less thing to have to worry about on your special day!

Josh Dookhie Photography JOSHDOOKHIEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM | 204.995.7903

Live Love Lash

I love the small, special moments that naturally develop when people come together to celebrate. The uniqueness, creativity

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and personality that each couple brings creates its own beautiful

As a fully certified lash technician, I create a custom set of eyelashes for each and

story. I am privileged to be a part of this.

every client based on their needs and desired look.

Kat Willson Photography Pelo Loco Salon & Spa PELOLOCO.COM | 204.257.3516 Pelo Loco's Salon and Spa always greets their clients with open arms and a smile to ensure that every single one of them are comfortable and relaxed while settling in for a beauty touch up.

KATWILLSONPHOTOGRAPHY.COM | 204.963.8313 Specializing in fine art wedding photography. My goal is to capture all of the love and joy from your wedding, giving you timeless beautiful photos from the most important day of your life.

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Mackenzie Jean Photography

Cielo's Garden

MACKENZIEJEAN.COM

CIELOSGARDEN.COM | 204.434.9002

Mackenzie is a wedding and lifestyle photographer. She loves

Cielo's Garden is the perfect venue to host an outdoor wedding or special

photographing weddings because of the relationships. The best parts

event. A beautiful, clear-top tent set in nature gives you the unique

are the totally unguarded expressions of emotion and personality—

experience of celebrating under the 'open sky'. Our dream is to make your

don't forget those belly laughs!

dream come true.

Natasha Camille Photography

Delta Winnipeg Hotel

NATASHACAMILLEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM | 204.990.2488

DELTAHOTELS.COM | 204.942.0551

Natasha Camille has a reputation of capturing weddings using

Imagine the best day of your life at Delta Winnipeg. We create great

the art of journalism coupled with artistic flare to bring you a

moments for your wedding day. From the moment you enter the hotel

compelling and beautiful collection of your special day.

lobby to the moment you take your first dance as a newlyweds, our dedicated wedding specialists will guide you along every step of the way.

Pearl Angelini Photography PEARLANGELINI.COM | 204.996.2756

The Clarion Hotel & Suites

Diamonds... and a Pearl! The perfect combination! Your wedding

CLARIONHOTELWINNIPEG.COM | 204.774.5110

day is one of the most important days of your life. Having Pearl as

Memories that last a lifetime. Book your wedding with Clarion and

your wedding photographer will ensure that you remember all the

have your name entered to win an all inclusive trip for 2 to Mexico!

special moments of your wedding, in Winnipeg or in any other location!

Rygiel Photography & Video RYGIELPHOTOVIDEO.COM | 204.254.6813 Your personality inspires our innovative ideas. We're in for whatever puts a smile on your face. You planned your wedding. You can't plan this kind of fun.

Shane Marmel Photo SHANEMARMELPHOTO.COM | 204.295.9800 Every destination wedding tells a story. Let us capture yours.

De Luca’s Cooking Studio DELUCA.CA | 204.774.7617 Whether you want an intimate wedding or a fabulous bridal shower, DeLuca's Cooking Studio has everything you need. Enjoy the unique ambience of an Italian kitchen while you dine on delectable homemade food.

The Fairmont Winnipeg FAIRMONT.COM/WINNIPEG | 204.957.1350 Let the Fairmont Winnipeg be your “something new”. From the sparkle of the grand chandeliers, to the elegance and luxury of the foyer area, our elegant design is the perfect fit for your Fairytale Wedding.

Tinholt Photography TINHOLTPHOTOGRAPHY.COM | 204.990.4858 Let us help capture the beauty of your day. Creating gorgeous imagery so you can remember the heart and soul of what made you fall in love! Relax and enjoy your wedding while we do the work!

Four Points by Sheraton Winnipeg South FOURPOINTSWINNIPEGSOUTH.COM The Four Points by Sheraton has just one Grand Ballroom which allows us to focus only on one wedding at a time. Our couples do not have to share their entrance, washrooms or extended lounging area with any other

FAVOURS

parties, and our Brides and Grooms love that they are our priority which

Photo Magnet

allows us to focus on every detail and make sure everything is perfect,

PHOTO-MAGNET.CA | 204.869.7974

the way it should be!

Photo magnets make great entertaining gifts for friends and family.

Get photos of your guests made into custom magnets directly at your wedding!

Larters at St.Andrews Golf & Country Club LARTERS.COM | 204.334.2107

RECEPTIONS

can to make your day extraordinary. From customized menus and unique

Bridges Golf Course

decorating ideas to finding that perfect florist, you will receive the personal

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attention to detail you deserve from our staff.

Enjoy the traditional beauty and modern splendour at your wedding that defines Bridges Golf Course.

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Our experienced staff welcomes the opportunity to assist you in any way we

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Greenwood Ballroom

STATIONERY

GREENWOODWINNIPEG.COM | 204.775.9889

Keeks Paper Co.

We make planning your reception simple! We offer a variety of menu selections and an All Inclusive Wedding Package. Our meticulous attention to detail and

KEEKSPAPERCO.COM | 204.293.5090

impeccable service will give you the confidence to focus your attention on your

Dedicated to the details – Keeks Paper Co. is all about telling

guests and your special night.

your story through thoughtful design and beautiful paper.

Created locally with love and care – from save the dates to thank you cards and everything in between.

Niverville Heritage Centre HERITAGECENTRE.CA | 204.388.5000 Centrally located within 20 minutes of Winnipeg and Steinbach, the Niverville Heritage Centre offers convenient access for all your guests. Our experienced

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Expedia

staff will customize your event and suggest ideas that will make it a memorable

CRUISESHIPCENTERS.CA/WINNIPEG | 204.224.7447

experience for everyone.

Dreaming of a getaway? Book a vacation where the view changes with every sunrise! We are a full service agency of cruise and land vacation packages.

Pineridge Hollow PINERIDGEHOLLOW.COM | 204.777.3881 We know it may be in bad taste to brag about oneself, but we love us!

Pineridge Hollow truly is a unique place to work and visit and we are not

VIDEOGRAPHY

Action Studios

ashamed to shout it from the rooftops! We have extraordinary employees and

ACTIONSTUDIOS.CA | 204.818.0745

we have an extraordinary place to come to work.

Making videos is one of our passions. We love what we do and we want to make sure that you enjoy the process as well.

Patricia’s Ballroom PATRICIASBANQUETHALL.COM | 204.667.0990

Our team and crews are composed of talented and creative videographers and film professionals, who will bring you the best in HD video services.

Winnipeg's largest ballroom is now a licensed banquet facility and conveniently located in the heart of Tuxedo only moments from the Park. Complete with seating for 150 or more, absolutely incredible ambiance, lots of FREE parking, easy for handicapped, and very affordable.

Michael J. Scott Productions MJSPRODUCTIONS.CA | 204.330.0244

MJS Productions caters to every kind of project, from weddings and other special events to corporate work

Viscount Gort Hotel

to any kind of artistic endeavour that comes our way.

VISCOUNT-GORT.COM | 204.775.0451 Featuring a newly renovated 600 person banquet facility, this is the finest location in Winnipeg for your wedding reception!

OTHER SERVICES

Swish Model Management St. Boniface Golf Club STBONIFACEGOLFCLUB.COM | 204.233.2497 The clubhouse features the Pattison Atrium with ample room for up to 250 guests, a wonderful view of the Seine River, spectacular service and phenomenal food. Less than five minutes from downtown Winnipeg, we are "so

SWISHMODELMANAGEMENT.COM Owned and operated by all former models, Swish is the agency created by models for models. With strong connections worldwide, Swish has many of their models working successfully around the globe.

near, yet so far beyond."

Panache Model Management The Pavilion Event Center WOWHOSPITALITY.CA | 204.942.1090 X 228 Make your wedding day a "Walk in the Park" with The Pavilion Event Center.

Located in the Pavilion in the heart of beautiful Assiniboine Park, The Pavilion Event Center is the perfect location to host your wedding day.

PANACHEMANAGEMENT.COM Panache models work with great success globally and are highly in demand for every major market in the world including New York, Miami, Milan, Paris, Hamburg, London, Tokyo and other parts of Asia.

CATERING

Blue Haze Barbecue BLUEHAZEBBQ.CA | 204.996.0679 Blue Haze Barbecue is Winnipeg & southern Manitoba's Premier Barbecue caterer! We offer low 'n slow southern style barbecue cooked over select hardwoods and fruitwoods for that true smokey flavour! NO PROPANE HERE! All our products are home made, right down to our own spice rubs and sauces, as well as side dishes and desserts.

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