WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE
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Table of Contents LOVE STORIES beginnings
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andi + kevin -
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sydney + jean - Pitt River
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natalie + lael - Heronsbridge, Abbotsford
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savannah + ryan - Private Residence, Abbotsford
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lyndsay + patrick - Wytecliff Park, West Vancouver
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pleasing pastels - l’abbitoir
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silver serenity - The Pipe Shop
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bohemian splendor - The Wallace Venue
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vancouver 101 - Seasonal weather and activities
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make it official - Where to get your license
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rehearsal dinner spots
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venue guide - Where to tie the knot
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EDITOR’S LETTER
As one of the few born and bred Canadians on the Rocky Mountain Bride team, I feel profoundly honored to represent the Canadian Rockies and the talented creatives that make weddings and love stories in our region pure magic. The landscape that makes up the Canadian Rockies is as diversely beautiful as the creatives that call it home and I am so blessed to have been able to travel throughout Alberta and British Columbia to see some of the very best our country has to offer in the wedding industry. This destination wedding guide is a culmination of so much local heart, talent and passion. From curated soirées to touching love stories and the best venues in the area, I hope these pages help you to find inspiration for your own wedding day, and encourages you to reminisce on your own extraordinary Rocky Mountain love story.
Happy planning! xx
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Vibrant colour meets modern abstraction in this styled shoot designed by Melanie at Keepsake Events. The shaped elements of The Cake & The Giraffe’s minimalist wedding cake and Jrnl Studio’s envelopes resemble the shapes seen in the golden age of modern art. The earthy-toned Hanaki Floral Design arrangements, filled with a combination of both dried and fresh flowers, perfectly complement the rich exposed brick of L’Abbatoir Restaurant, a Vancouver classic.
STUNNING SIMPLICITY The clean lines in Jrnl Studio’s menu cards and Bespoke Decor’s supplied tableware add to the sleek theme of the overall shoot. Abstractly styled florals acted as a centrepiece to please the eye among a simple and neutral tablescape. Vibrant pops of yellow and orange in the charger plates and candlesticks tie in the hues of the fresh florals lining the table.
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A VISION IN WHITE
The bride’s gown, imagined by O M Couture features cascading tulle and delicate lace, all complete with a high neckline, capped sleeves and a romantic keyhole back. Alisha Hopps put the finishing touches on this bridal look with a classic makeup look and styled messy updo.
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C R E AT I V E T E A M Venue: L’Abattoir | www.labattoir.ca Planning: Keepsake Events | www.keepsakeevents.ca Photographer: Nadia Hung Photography | www.nadiahungphotography.com Paper: Jrnl Studio | www.jrnlstudio.com Sweets: The Cake & The Giraffe | www.tcandtg.com Florist: Hanaki Floral Design | www.hanakifloraldesign.com Gown Designer: O M Couture | www.om-designstudio.com Beauty: Alisha Hopps | www.alishahopps.com Bride’s Jewellery: Luxia Jewelry | www.luxiajewelry.com Bride’s Ring: Cavalier | www.cavaliergastown.com Rentals: Bespoke Decor | www.bespokedecor.ca Models: Key Model Management | www.keymodelmgmt.com
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Vancouver i’m happy anywhere i can see the ocean
VA N CO U V E R 1 0 1 Advice to share with your guests for a perfect wedding weekend in the Greater Vancouver Area featuring advice on what to pack for the weather and our favourite local spots to explore. Like all of British Columbia, the weather can change in the blink of an eye. Planning ahead for your day can make all of the difference.
S E A S O N A L W E AT H E R Originally named Gastown back in the 1800s, Vancouver exists as one of the largest major cities in Canada. It lies about 34 metres above sea level and experiences a warm and temperate climate almost all-year round, rarely hitting temperatures lower than 1°C. Individuals from across the world flock to the area to take in the beautiful sights and experience both the ocean and the mountains all in one day. This is the ideal location for any couple who wants their wedding to have best of both worlds - with venue options in the great outdoors or bustling urban centre. While Vancouver has a reputation for being an incredibly rainy city, much like Seattle in the U.S., it does tend to be a bit warmer in the winter than other places in Canada. If you’re planning on having a coastal Vancouver wedding, then you might want to avoid the months between October and March, as this is the city’s rainy season. The area is sunniest and driest between the months of June and August, meaning this is the optimal time for a sunny warm wedding.
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W H AT T O P A C K It’s always helpful to provide your guests with some guidance on what to bring for your wedding weekend. Adding a packing list to your wedding website will aid your guests in determining what is essential for the festivities. For a Vancouver wedding, guests should bring a pair of flip flops for the beach and a pair of rubber boots in case the weather takes a stormy turn! If they’re visiting the area during rainy season then it might be a good idea to get them to bring a rain jacket or windbreaker, as this will come in handy if they are doing any outdoor adventuring. As always in Canada, packing a light sweater in the summer will enable guests to be comfortable if the temperature drops during the day or at night. Finally, bringing a water bottle will be absolutely necessary if guests are visiting nearby locales like Whistler, which is located in the heart of the Fitzsimmons Mountain Range.
ACTIVITIES As mentioned previously, Vancouver is one of the best locations in Canada where you can experience the ocean and the mountains in one day. This wedding destination is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and urban lovers alike. You can take a day trip to the Capilano Suspension Bridge or Squamish B.C., or consider extending your trip and seeing Victoria, Tofino, Whistler or Salt Spring Island. If you’re wanting to stay on Vancouver Mainland, have no fear, there are endless possibilities for what you can do during your time in the area. Whether you want to spend your days in aromatic coffee shops or quaint local boutiques, Vancouver has no shortage of interesting sights. It might be worth your while to spend some time in the following neighbourhoods: Davie Village, Kitsilano, Gastown, Commercial Drive, Yaletown and Mount Pleasant. Kistilano is where you’re likely to see all of the yogis, beach goers, volleyball players and beer enthusiasts. Gastown is the oldest neighbourhood in Vancouver and has a great reputation (spelled wrong), for good reason! You can go on a walking tour to get a sense of the history and ornate architecture - pay the steam clock a visit while you’re there. You’ll probably then be ready for some fresh air and a view of the marine life. Stanley Park, Pacific Spirit Regional Park, Nitobe Memorial Garden and English Bay are some of the fan favourites for exploring the great outdoors in Vancouver. Stanley Park is extremely fun, especially for families, because you can rent bikes and tour around the waterfront. Pick up a nice lunch of fish and chips or a refreshing ice cream cone to keep you going for the day! When you’re all done, hit up the Granville Island Public Market for a couple of treats and delicacies for the evening and your future adventures.
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Make it official In British Columbia, you can get your marriage license at some point in the three months prior to your wedding date, at any marriage license issuer or Service BC location. Only one member of the couple is required to apply for a marriage license, but they must apply in person and show proper primary identification for both parties. Examples of proper identification include: a birth certificate, IMM/immigration form, permanent resident card or citizenship card. A passport or driver’s license is only accepted in some cases. Your license will cost you $100, and is nonrefundable. You must have at least two witnesses at your marriage ceremony, in additional to the commissioner or religious official. U.S citizen? No problem! Canada, like the U.S. has no legal residency requirement for obtaining a marriage license.
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Local Wedding Inspiration
Natalie + Lael heronsbridge, abbotsford
Natalie and Lael first met through their youth group at church, and the two of them have been soaring ever since. After just over a year of dating, Lael proposed on a winter snowshoe adventure up Mt. Seymour in North Vancouver. One of their favourite moments of their wedding was the helicopter ride that Natalie surprised Lael with. While the pair had a much smaller wedding than they originally anticipated, they loved having the chance to converse with every single one of their guests. They then got to have a drive-by wedding where they handed out custom cookies to all of the extended family members that they couldn’t invite.
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ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE
“If COVID is still restricting your numbers, don’t be too disappointed. We loved our intimate wedding even though our numbers had to be cut from 170 to 36 people.”
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-VENDORSVenue Heronsbridge | www.heronsbridge.wixsite.com Photographer & Videographer Levi & Victoria Creative | www.leviandvictoria.co Invitations Vista Print | www.vistaprint.ca Florals Flowers & Company | flowersncompany.com Caterer Restaurant 62 | www.restaurant62.ca Bride’s Attire Bridal Boutique: The Bridal Gallery www.thebridalgallery.com Ring: Melanie Casey | www.melaniecasey.com Jewelry: Olive + Piper | www.oliveandpiper.com Bridesmaids’ Attire BHLDN | www.bhldn.com Jewelry: h. | @hbyher Groom’s + Groomsmens Attire Top Man | www.topman.com Hair Flourish and Femme | @flourish.and.femme Rentals Partytree Events | www.partytree.events Rehearsal Dinner Little Donkey | www.littledonkey.ca Helicopter Sky Helicopter | www.skyhelicopters.ca
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Savannah + Ryan p r i vat e e s tat e , a b b o t s f o r d
Ryan and Savannah met on Hinge, all thanks to the radius of the app that spanned across the Canadian and U.S. border. After only eight months of dating, the couple knew that they wanted to spend their lives together, and starting to talk about getting married. When Savannah won an Instagram contest for a couple’s shoot by their soon-to-be wedding photographers, The Augusts, Ryan sneakily worked with them and planned a surprise proposal. Even thought, the day was chilly and rainy, it was perfect and completely lived up to all of Savannah’s hopes and dreams.
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NEIGHBOURS Savannah and Ryan had every wedding detail falling into place, including the venue, photographer and the musician. Unfortunately, the world had another plan for them. The pair met a thousand obstacles due to the global pandemic, one of which was the closure of the border only two weeks after becoming engaged. The pair ended up having to have two weddings, flying between countries, and with only a week of planning to dedicate to each. Savannah and Ryan consider their wedding day to be an absolute miracle. The couple feel blessed to have had a beautiful intimate wedding day that ended in fireworks and a getaway in a BMW convertible - how fun!
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-VENDORSPhotographer & Videographer The Augusts | www.the-augusts.com Coffee Makeworth Market | www.makeworthmarket.com Sweets Sprouted Oven | www.sproutedoven.com Florist Fleurish by Sharon | @fleurish.by.sharon Bride’s Attire L’Amour Calla Blanche | www.callablanche.com/lamour Bride’s Ring With Clarity | www.withclarity.com Bridesmaids’ Attire Park & Fifth | www.parkandfifthco.com Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Jewelry Eventide | www.eventidegoods.ca Groom’s Attire Hockerty | www.hockerty.com Groom’s Accessories MVMT | www.mvmt.com Groom’s Shoes Thursday Boot Co. | www.thursdayboots.com Groomsmen’s Attire H&M | www.hm.com Hair Hannah Beamer Makeup Lisa Dyck | @lisayaskow.mua Rentals Dream Day Designs by Genny Loewen Music & Entertainment Samuel Allen Music | @samuelallenmusic Officiant Freddy Orozco Lodging Inn at Lynden | www.innatlynden.com
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ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE
“It is a stressful and uncertain time to plan weddings, even looking into 2021, but stressing the about the details isn’t worth it. Remember that a wedding is about a couple making a lifelong commitment of faithfulness and selflessness to each other and that everything else is just extra. Take delight in the idea of marrying your best friend and in focusing on a few small details to make the day special.”
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Lyndsay + Patrick w h y t e c l i f f pa r k , va n c o u v e r
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Patrick and Lyndsay met while working at the same unit in a hospital, Patrick was a nursing student and Lyndsay was a nurse’s assistant. After an immediate Facebook stalk and much to her dismay, Lyndsay came to find that Patrick had a girlfriend. A few years of working as coworkers later, the two finally got to know each other at a “goodbye party” celebrating Lyndsay’s transition to a new job and hospital.
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M I D S U M M E R D AY D R E A M
The couple got engaged while on the other side of the world for Lyndsay’s 30th birthday. It all happened in Bali, Indonesia as Patrick and Lyndsay enjoyed a stunning beach walk before heading to dinner. As they walked along the sparkling shores of Bali and admired the tropical sunset, Patrick got down on one knee and asked Lyndsay to marry him. No spoiler alert here - she said yes! 17 months later, the pair eloped in beautiful British Columbia and ate their weight in Chinese food to celebrate. Bliss!
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ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE
“Eloping is the way to go! We never felt pressured about doing certain things - we only did what we both wanted. We kept it simple and it was perfect for us.”
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-VENDORSVenue Whytecliff Park, Vancouver, BC Photographer Kat Willson | www.katwillson.com Florist Celsia Florist | www.celsiaflorist.com Bride’s Attire Fern & Moon | www.fernandmoon.com Bride’s Ring MiaDonna | www.miadonna.com Groom’s Attire The Black Tux | www.theblacktux.com Beauty Save the Date Beauty | www.savethedatebeauty.com
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rehearsal dinner spots
DOCKSIDE This is an absolute classic in Vancouver because of its remarkable views of the harbour. Just picture all of the summer vibes! Dockside has held the award for Vancouver’s Best Patio for three years running. It’s located inside the Granville Hotel and provides menu options like truffle and mushroom gnocchi, braised oxtail ragu and smoked and marinated olives. The restaurant’s range of small, medium and large plates is sure to impress any guest at your rehearsal dinner - throw in the amazing view and you’re gold! 1253 Johnston St, Vancouver | 604-685-7070 | www.docksidevancouver.com
MAENAM Maenam is the home of one of Vancouver’s most exceptional chefs, Angus An. If you want an interesting rehearsal dinner for a smaller party size, look to this Asian-inspired treat. It specializes in Thai dishes with a B.C. twist of citrus, some heat and a little bit of spice. Not to mention, this hotspot also has an expansive cocktail and wine list, perfect for those who want to venture out of the box a bit. In top of it all, Maenam is known for being vegetarian friendly. 1938 West 4th Ave, Vancouver | 604-730-5579 | www.maenam.ca
THE WINE BAR Another eclectic and trendy option for your rehearsal dinner, The Wine Bar sits inside a cute and understated urban building. Even better, the restaurant is located on Marinaside Crescent, which means that you will have great views of the waterfront. Entrées range from Steelhead trout to tagliatelle al formaggio, and these are only two of the delicious options that the restaurant has on its menu. One can never go wrong with wine flights, especially during your wedding weekend! 1167 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver | 604-681-4144 www.provencerestaurants.ca
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B R I X & M O R TA R Brix & Mortar is located in a stunning 1912 heritage brick building in the heart of trendy Yaletown. This rehearsal dinner spot is definitely geared toward the modern couple who wants a venue that stuns. One of the restaurant’s main features is its interior glass-covered courtyard which makes you feel as if you’ve been transported to a secret garden. The ivy, flickering candles and beautiful decor are bound to have all of your guests entranced for the evening, and we haven’t even gotten to the wine and food yet! This locale offers a number of salads with seasonal vegetables and fruits, as well as delicious meat and fish plates.
1138 Homer St, Vancouver | 604-915-9463 | www.brixandmortar.ca H A W K S W O R T H R E S TA U R A N T This location is one of the most highly regarded restaurants in Vancouver. Spearheaded by chef David Hawksworth, this showstopping restaurant is perfect for anyone who wants “the best of the best.” The elegant and contemporary atmosphere truly sets the stage for any high-class rehearsal dinner - this is communicated through a gleaming oversized chandelier in the main dining room. It sets high expectations for what is to come, but Hawksworth certainly never underpromises. Get ready to explore a menu of west-coast cuisine mixed with Asian flavours - yum!
801 West Georgia St, Vancouver | 604-673-7000 | www.hawksworthrestaurant.com AUTOSTRADA OSTERIA DOWNTOWN Headed up by chef Lucais Syme, Autostrada brings classic Italian flavours to the modern world of downtown Vancouver. Guests are sure to delight in the creamy pasta mains and rich desserts that are boasted by the extensive menu. Calling all Negroni lovers - Autostrada has five different takes on the classic cocktail! What are you waiting for? Toss in a burrata to accompany your cocktail and let the celebrations begin.
350 W Pender St, Vancouver | 604-428-9694 | www.autostradahospitality.ca
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Andi + Kevin VANCOUVER
Coastal vibes and cozy cuddles, Andi and Kevin’s engagement session is as perfect as their serendipitous love story. Proving love does conquer distance, this picture perfect couple has a lifetime of love ahead!
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P E R F E C T M AT C H “It was February 2014. I had just got back home from a two year experience abroad. Kevin decided to download a dating app for the first time, and guess who was his first match? Yes, me! We talked all night long and we felt a strong connection right away. After a month, I went to see him and we fell in love. We dated long distance for 9 months and then Kevin moved to my hometown so we could finally start our beautiful love story together!”
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Photographer: Lorenza Tessari Photography | www.lorenzatessariphotography.com Ring: Diamond Deals | www.diamonddeals.ca
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Sydney + Jean PITT RIVER
Just about a Grey’s Anatomy love story, Sydney and Jean met while on the night shift in their hospital’s intensive care unit. Jean was the on-call doctor that evening, while Sydney had just moved to the area and was getting adjusted to her new life. Our bride had her nose buried in a travel book when a handsome young doctor approached her to say “hello”. It actually wasn’t until she had come back from travelling South America that Sydney finally realized that Jean was the perfect guy! They spoke almost every day while she was away in Peru and that’s when the pair fell for each other, hard. Jean picked her up from the airport and Sydney blurted out their first “I love you” over dinner that night, which spurred the beginning of their story as an official twosome.
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THE PROPOSAL
Any chance of Jean surprising Sydney with a proposal was shattered when she accidentally caught him bringing home the ring! Knowing her impatience when it comes to surprises, Jean had only one night to plan the proposal as Sydney left for her night shift that evening. The next day, the pair had a romantic evening filled with delicious home-cooked food, a special bottle of wine and some old-school tunes. Even though she knew it was coming, Jean still managed to get happy tears out of Sydney as he popped the question.
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S I LV E R S E R E N I T Y modern meets minimalism
Set amidst the backdrop of North Vancouver’s Pipe Shop Venue, this winter wedding inspiration dreamt up by Adelaide Design and photographed by Vasia Photography uses minimalist style and classic touches to create something simply timeless for a snowy soirée. Romantic calligraphy on linen designed by Quill & Co. Design welcomes your guests to your special day and creates a unique memory to last a lifetime with a hand written note from your love.
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P E R F E C T LY P E A R L Silver and pearl tones with touches of soft pink and dramatic black sets the stage for this wedding inspiration. Long flowing linens from La Tavola Fine Linen contrast perfectly with the stark lines of the industrial space and transparent chairs add a modern touch, while allowing the design to shine through. Perfectly sweet, the styled soirée is paired with a beautiful cake with polished buttercream icing from Just Cakes Bakeshop.
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GLITTER AND GLEAM
A new take on the classic bouquet, this styled inspiration utilizes lush florals by Floralista on the table and seating chart, while letting the bride shine with a minimalist aesthetic perfect for a winter wedding day. The bride dazzles in a flowing beaded gown by local designer, Truvelle.
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C R E AT I V E T E A M Venue & Caterer: Pipe Shop Venue | www.pipeshopvenue.com Planning & Design: Adelaide Design | www.adelaidedesign.ca Photographer: Vasia Han Photography | www.vasia-weddings.com Paper: Quill & Co. | @quillandco Sweets: Just Cakes Bakeshop | www.justcakesbc.com Florist: Floralista Flower Studio | www.floralista.ca Bridal Boutique: Truvelle | www.truvelle.com Bride’s Jewellery: Lia Terni | www.liaterni.com Groom’s Attire: Modello Bespoke Suiting | www.wearmodello.com Beauty: Artesia by Farah Hasan | www.farahhasan.ca Rentals: La Tavola Fine Linen | www.latavolalinen.com Tableware: Three Corners Artisan | www.threecornersartisan.com Millinery and Sinage: Flavelle & Co | www.flavelleandco.com Ribbon: Tono + Co | www.tonoandco.com Ring Box: The Mrs Box | www.themrsbox.com Chairs: A&B Partytime Rentals Ltd. | www.abpartytime.com Models: Stranger Agency | www.strangeragency.com
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Splendor Inspired by the deep moody tones of the fall and winter months, Tallya D Photography and Above & Beyond Events created a sight that will romance any couple. A striking paper suite created by Rintzy Lee Designs swoons with its dramatic black painted background accented with gold foil features. If you wish to have invitations that truly make an impression, then these ones will have your heart.
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The Wallace is everything that a modern bride yearns for, clean lines and a feel of understated glamour. Located in the waterfront of North Vancouver, the location boasts a versatile venue with amazing views of Vancouver Harbour. For this styled shoot, the team at AJR Designs fashioned their floral masterpieces with a number of textures and colours to bring life to any grey Vancouver day. The bride’s bouquet, comprised of pretty pastels and dark greenery, popped against her ivory-coloured gown from Isabelle’s Bridal. Steveston Creative’s neon “so this is love” sign lit the reception room with a soft warm glow.
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JUST LIKE HOME If you’re looking for a wedding that is feminine with some edgy details, then this shoot is the perfect inspiration for your special day. Lonsdale Event Rentals, Mohani Event Design and Pretty Things curated the best selection of decor items to reflect the moody palette and showstopping shoot design. Pops of black in the wine glasses, candles, chairs and paper artistry provided the perfect amount of “black eyeliner” that every bride needs on her wedding day.
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C R E AT I V E T E A M Planning: Above & Beyond Event Planning | www.aboveandbeyondeventplanning.ca Venue: The Wallace | www.wallacevenue.com Photographer: Tallya D. Photography | www.tallyadphotography.com Paper: Rintzylee Designs | www.rintzylee.com Florist: AJR Designs | www.ajrdesigns1.squarespace.com Bridal Boutique: Isabelles Bridal Inc | www.isabellesbridal.com Groom’s Attire: Black & Lee | www.blackandlee.com Beauty: Rose Quartz Beauty | www.rosequartzbeauty.ca Bride’s Ring: Cavalier | www.cavaliergastown.com Rentals: Lonsdale Event Rentals | www.lonsdaleevents.com Decor: Mohani Event Design | www.mohanieventdesign.com Neon Sign: Steveston Creative | www.stevestoncreative.com Cutlery: Pretty Things | www.prettythingsrentals.com
vancouver V E N U E S
backyard vineyards
grouse mountain
3033 232 St langley city, british columbia 604.539.9463 www.backyardvineyards.ca
6400 nancy greene way north vancouver, british columbia 604.980.9311 www.grousemountain.com
brock house restaurant
highgate hills retreat
3875 point grey rd vancouver, british columbia 604.224.3317 www.brockhouserestaurant.com
5442 extrom rd chilliwack, british columbia 604.316.8826 www.highgatehills.ca
burnaby mountain
hycroft
4949 canada way burnaby,british columbia 604.294.7878 www.burnaby.ca
1489 mcrae ave vancouver, british columbia 604.731.4661 www.uwcvancouver.ca
cecil green park house
jw marriott parq vancouver
6251 cecil green park rd vancouver, british columbia 604.822.6289 www.cecilgreenpark.ubc.ca
39 smithe st vancouver, british columbia 604.676.0888 www.marriott.com
& catering 1495 w. 8th avenue vancouver, british columbia 604.568.7377 www.diamondballroom.ca
nectar yoga b&b bowen island
diamond ballroom
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720 gardner ln bowen island, british columbia 604.947.6999 www.nectaryoga.ca
fairmont hotel vancouver
pipe shop venue
900 w georgia st vancouver,british columbia 604.684.3131 www.fairmont.com
115 victory ship way north vancouver, british columbia 604.985.2191 www.pipeshopvenue.com
fairmont pacific rim
redwoods weddings
1038 canada pl vancouver, british columbia 604.695.5300 www.fairmont.com
22011-88th avenue langley, british columbia 604.882.5132 www.redwoods-golf.com
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vancouver V E N U E S
rosewood hotel georgia
the permanent
801 w georgia st, vancouver, british columbia 604.682.5566 www.rosewoodhotels.com
330 w pender st Vancouver, british columbia 604.312.2202 www.thepermanent.ca
& ciderhouse 2487 mt st michael rd saanichton, british columbia 250.544.4824 www.seacider.ca
101 carrie cates ct north vancouver, british columbia 604.986.1351 www.thepolygon.ca
six acres
the vancouver club
203 carrall st vancouver, british columbia 604.488.0110 www.sixacres.ca
915 w hastings st vancouver, british columbia 604.685.9321 www.vancouverclub.ca
sea cider farm
the polygon
sky hangar
the wallace
18799 airport way #170 pitt meadows, british columbia 604.239.0760 www.skyhangar.ca
125 victory ship way #300 north vancouver, british columbia 604.676.4063 www.wallacevenue.com
stanley park pavilion
the westin bayshore
610 pipeline rd vancouver, british columbia 604.602.3088 www.stanleyparkpavilion.com
1601 bayshore dr vancouver, british columbia 604.682.3377 www.marriott.com
the chapel - stanley park stanley park 676 chilco street vancouver, british columbia 604.688.0770 www.thechapels.ca
& spa 845 hornby st vancouver, british columbia 800.663.0666 www.wedgewoodhotel.com
- queen elizabeth park 4600 cambie street, vancouver, british columbia 604.688.0770 www.thechapels.ca
the chapel
wedgewood hotel
zajac ranch for children
15600 florence lake rd mission, british columbia 604.462.8303 www.zajacranch.com
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introducing
Q & A with
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Sweetheart Events What is your favorite part of the job? My favourite part of being a wedding planner is executing the day and witnessing the couple seeing all the planning and design unfold.
Do you have a favourite took of the trade? My emergency kit on a wedding day!
Where do you come up with your ideas? My couples. While we use Pinterest to gather idea inspiration we really pull from our couple’s story, their everyday life, hobbies, travel and how they decorate their home.
meet stephanie reitsma, owner of sweetheart events
What is one thing you wish you could educate your clients on? While much of our job as planners is educating, I would love to focus on realistic budgeting and while DIY is a great way to personalize your wedding, the cost can add up and it will take up a lot of time and storage in your home.
What is your best-hidden talent? Baking…I’m not terrible ;)
What trend do you wish would disappear? I’m not a trend planner but I guess the one I would say is burlap runners and mason jars but I think I can confidently say that’s gone now.
What is the last concert you’ve been to? Glorious Sons but I am looking forward to dancing to Backstreet Boys when concerts happen again.
this - or- that early bird
night owl
audible
real book
mountain lover
beach bum
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soup
salad
donuts
cake
hair up
hair down
natural makeup
bring on the drama
tulle
lace
dog
cat
What is your favourite wedding season? Summer/Fall. Love a good West Coast outdoor wedding.
What is your Love Language? Quality Time and Words of Affirmation
What is your Biggest Indulgence? A good Pinot Noir or foot reflexology after a busy weekend of weddings.
What is your favourite place to vacation? Europe. I traveled solo back in 2018 and my next travel spot will be Greece. Can’t wait!
What is your Astrology sign and Ennegram? Sagittarius and Ennegram 2
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