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True Love. True Luxury.

Presenting a collection of real-life luxe weddings filled with inspiration.

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Glitterati Style Files The winners of our biannual talent contest showcase colourful, innovative styled shoots inspired by “The New Neutral.”

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by STÓR BY MARGOT JEWELRY. Makeup by BLUSH X BALM and hair by BRIDAL HAIR COUTURE

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Original design, decor, and style ideas produced by the best of the industry

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Jennifer wore a sequin THEIA gown from RITUALS OF LOVE with NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD

sandals, POPPY FINCH pearl drop earrings, and a diamond bracelet from LUXURY DIAMONDS. Nav wore formalwear

by ANDY YUEN with SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

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Hairstyling and makeup application by DENISE ELLIOTT BEAUTY CO.

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Jennifer and Nav’s “Indian fusion” invitation suite featured a gold floral pattern inspired by Mughal-era Indian architecture. All stationery was designed by CORNWALL STATIONERY with calligraphy by MAURELLE CALLIGRAPHY AND DESIGN.

Jennifer’s jewel tone bouquet was designed by FLOWERZ and incorporated roses, succulents,

ranunculus, and anemones.

ABOUT THE COUPLE

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Jennifer and Nav’s son, as well as Nav’s two nephews, were all incorporated into the wedding, the former as ring bearer and the latter as ushers. One of Nav’s nephews, VIK SAHI, who happens to be a Vancouver radio personality and producer for The Nat & Drew Show, also served as the MC.

ennifer Holfeld and Nav Dhaliwal’s love story began 15 years ago when the pair met through mutual friends. They quickly discovered that they had shared business interests and after meeting for coffee a couple of times and running into each other at social events, they started spending more time together outside of work. “Before we knew it, we were dating and the rest is history,” shares Jennifer.

Nav proposed to Jennifer seven years ago at the FAIRMONT LE CHÂTEAU FRONTENAC in Quebec City. The proposal was like something out of a fairytale, complete with a horse-drawn carriage ride, chocolate-covered strawberries, champagne on ice, and an exquisite engagement ring picked out by Nav. On November 17, 2018, Jennifer and Nav finally tied the knot in Vancouver, British Columbia, with Jessie Kumagai of DREAMGROUP WEDDINGS + EVENTS helping to plan the multicultural affair from day one. “Jessie absolutely kept us on track and was a dream to work with,” recalls Jennifer.

Jennifer and Nav were wed in a multicultural ceremony at THE VANCOUVER CLUB. “With Nav being Indian and myself Caucasian, we wanted to have a Western wedding with Indian flair,” says Jennifer. The result was a rich combination of jewel tone florals from FLOWERZ in shades of magenta, emerald green, and burgundy. In line with the romantic yet dark mood, blue velvet draping from KONCEPT EVENT DESIGN ran along each side of the aisle and was hung behind the couple as they exchanged vows. Gold chairs, laser-cut lanterns, and blue velvet sofas finished off the decor.

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lanterns, chairs, and sofas provided by KONCEPT EVENT DESIGN.

A string quartet from MUSICAL OCCASIONS performed throughout the ceremony and cocktail hour. Jennifer and Nav walked up the aisle for their recessional to a custom arrangement of “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)”

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“With Nav being Indian and myself Caucasian, we wanted to have a Western wedding with Indian flair, and we wanted the wedding to be a unique and joyous occasion that our friends and family would remember for years to come.” –JENNIFER

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EAST MEETS WEST Inside the Grand Ballroom of THE VANCOUVER CLUB, the East-meets-West fusion design came alive with vibrant jewel tones juxtaposed with classic gold accents. According to Jennifer, “I love the bright, vibrant colours which are often found in Indian weddings but wanted to combine them with some darker shades to tone it down for an overall ‘classy, rich, and decadent’ look.” The tables were covered in lush cobalt blue linens and guests sat on gold Grace chairs with blue velvet seat cushions from KONCEPT EVENT DESIGN. Centrepieces comprised bouquets made up of greenery and purple, pink, and red florals from FLOWERZ, mixed with gold lanterns for a touch of Indian flair. For a serious statement, the head table had chairs with burgundy velvet seat cushions and was topped with multiple oversized floral arrangements surrounded by red taper candles.

Day-of stationery was designed by CORNWALL STATIONERY with an

Indian-meets-ArtDeco design style in mind.

The alcove in the ballroom was turned into a Moroccan-style lounge, with cobalt blue velvet draping, burgundy seating, gold poufs, and multiple gold lanterns, all from KONCEPT EVENT DESIGN.

GRAND ENTRANCE According to Jennifer, “My favourite moment of the day was when we were introduced into the ballroom as ‘Mr. and Mrs. Dhaliwal.’” The newlyweds’ grand entrance was immediately followed by a lively Bhangra performance from VANCITY DANCE, in line with the “Indian fusion” theme of the day.

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END NOTES Deciding to “wow” guests a little further, after the Bhangra performance came the Western tradition of sabering a champagne bottle. “After that, champagne was served to all and there was a congratulatory toast to kick off the rest of the evening,” shares Jennifer. The moment was captured

by VANWEDDINGS INC. who provided their cinematography services.

In keeping with the “Indian fusion” theme, Jennifer and Nav wanted to provide their guests with a dinner menu that incorporated both Western and Indian cuisine. The venue customized a menu that included mini vegetable samosas and spicy tuna tartare during cocktail hour and a Western-style, four-course plated dinner infused with Indian flavours.

Guests also enjoyed a delicious dessert buffet which included strawberry jasmine cream puffs, Tahitian vanilla cheesecake, French macarons, mini pavlovas, chocolate almond caramel cake, and local artisanal cheeses.

Reception music for dinner and dancing was provided by MUSICAL OCCASIONS.

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prepared Jennifer and Nav’s five-tier

“Getting married at this stage in our lives was really rewarding. After our engagement, a series of life events happened which ultimately took priority over our wedding plans, including having a child. Several years later, we were finally ready to take on the planning of our celebration of love.” –JENNIFER

naked cake with gold detailing.

The confection was made up of three flavours: peanut butter and jelly, blackberry bergamot, and vanilla chai.

HONEYMOON After a quick stop in London for business, Jennifer and Nav flew to the Maldives for their honeymoon, where they stayed at the FOUR SEASONS RESORT MALDIVES AT LANDAA GIRAAVARU. “Absolutely every detail was exceptional. It was a bucket list travel destination for us and it was overwhelmingly perfect,” says Jennifer.

The newlyweds currently reside in White Rock, British Columbia.

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For the welcome party, Parmis donned a burgundy gown by VERA WANG purchased

in Los Angeles and Alireza wore a CANALI suit from HARRY ROSEN.

Hair and makeup for the welcome party by VANESSA PARTO.

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ABOUT THE COUPLE

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lireza Mahmoudi first noticed Parmis Aslanimehr at a cafe in West Vancouver in 2014, but it wasn’t until two years later that they met again. In the fall of 2016, Parmis was out for dinner with friends to celebrate her upcoming move to Europe, when she posted a photo of her dessert to Instagram. Alireza, who had been following her on social media, saw her post and took the opportunity to ask her out on a date. Since she was leaving town anyway, she figured a date couldn’t hurt. According to Parmis, “That date changed the entire trajectory of my life; I never moved away and our beautiful relationship began to bloom.”

Two years later, on January 14, 2018, Alireza planned an unforgettable proposal that truly spoke to their journey as a couple. The day started with brunch at their favourite spot, PROVENCE MARINASIDE. After brunch, and under the guise of killing time before their dinner plans in the city, Alireza suggested they visit the VANCOUVER ART GALLERY. “The art gallery was one of our first dates where we realized we had so much in common, yet we never had a chance to return to it until that day,” explains Parmis. After strolling around the first two floors of the gallery, they finally reached the third floor, and that’s when Parmis saw it—a vase filled with red roses and rose petals spread all over the rotunda floor. “The next thing I know, Alireza is down on one knee proposing to me and I hear camera flashes, as he had reserved that area and hired a photographer to capture this surreal moment,” shares Parmis.

In March of 2019, Parmis and Alireza celebrated their marriage with not one, but two incredible events in Vancouver, BC with Jenny De Jong of COUNTDOWN EVENTS PLANNING & DESIGN helping to plan the elaborate weekend. According to Parmis, “Jenny is incredible to work with. She had every single detail under control and handled everything with grace.”

Parmis and Alireza’s wedding weekend began with an epic, formal welcome party held on March 28, 2019. “We wanted to give our guests flying in from around the world two different events,” shares Parmis.

Parmis and Alireza’s invitation suite was inspired by the royal wedding and was all about understated elegance. It was designed

by FLOURISH BY COLLEEN WINTON.

The welcome party was held at the FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER and had

a “castle garden” feel to it. The abundance of floral in the ballroom, and the specific incorporation of tulips and hyacinths, symbolized the onset of spring and Persian New Year.

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Floral design by TALA FLORIST and decor rentals provided by ÉCLAT DECOR INC.

On her wedding day, Parmis wore a VERA WANG gown and veil

and a headpiece by MONIQUE LHUILLIER.

Hairstyling by CHRIS FUNK and makeup

application by VANESSA PARTO.

Day-of stationery by FLOURISH BY COLLEEN WINTON.

Entertainment for the welcome party included DJ YK and KAMYAR, a Persian band who had been flown in from Los Angeles for the occasion. THE COLLECTIVE YOU was also on-site taking guest portraits. Catering was provided by the FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER and included a buffet dinner as well as a croquembouche.

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Parmis accessorized with MANOLO BLAHNIK heels.

D R E A M Y FA I R Y L A N D Two days later, on March 30, 2019, Parmis and Alireza were wed in an Iranian ceremony at the FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM. The dream-like setting was as ethereal as can be, filled with baby’s breath, roses, and orchids. The 60-ft, floral-lined aisle led to a floating acrylic sofreh surrounded by candles. Framing the couple was a baby’s breath archway designed by TALA FLORIST and behind them was sheer white draping from ÉCLAT DECOR INC. Crystal candelabras, florals in plexi boxes, macarons from GANACHE PATISSERIE, and a traditional mirror all sat atop the sofreh.

White vinyl aisle runner from INSTYLE FLOOR WRAPS.

Unforgettable moments from the ceremony included when the officiant read Persian poetry by famous poets Rumi and Hafez and when Parmis’ one-year-old nephew Rumi made his way down the aisle. Another special memory? “Looking into the mirror on our sofreh as husband and wife,” shares Parmis. “It felt surreal.”

A trio from MUSICAL OCCASIONS

performed throughout the ceremony and cocktail hour.

Urns, pillars, plexi arch, sofa, Chiavari chairs, draping, plexi boxes, candles, candelabras, and signing table all provided by ÉCLAT DECOR INC.

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“There were many ‘oohs and ahhs’ when the guests entered the room; it was stunning and really created that magical feeling of being under a night sky. It had so much impact in the room.”

–JENNY DE JONG, COUNTDOWN EVENTS PLANNING & DESIGN

Parmis and Alireza’s wedding reception at the FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM was nothing short of

mesmerizing thanks to the hundreds of thousands of fairy lights that were suspended from the ceiling.

According to Parmis, the inspiration for their reception design was the movie La La Land, which was the first film she and Alireza saw in theatres together on one of their first dates.

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To complement the starry night ceiling, VIP tables were covered in low floral garlands from TALA FLORIST punctuated by striking

crystal candelabras from ÉCLAT DECOR INC. Other centrepiece

designs included sculpted arrangements of baby’s breath and orchids on clear pillars and angular floral clusters in crystal vases, each made up of only one type of flower. For a contemporary feel, all furniture was white and the tables were left uncovered, embellished only with candles, florals, and tableware, including gold-rimmed charger plates.

The head table was on a custom white stage and had a garland of baby’s breath with floating candles running along the front edge. Behind the couple were four large arrangements of hydrangea, roses, and baby’s breath, repurposed from the ceremony. “The feel of the wedding was modern yet romantic and truly whimsical. It was a fairytale and captured the bride and groom’s style perfectly,” says planner Jenny De Jong.

The glossy white dance floor was produced

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Catering was provided by the FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM. Parmis and Alireza’s white, five-tier wedding cake was prepared by GANACHE PATISSERIE and featured sugar flowers and gold foil accents. DJ TABA performed alongside a percussionist at the reception.

Parmis and Alireza have yet to embark on their honeymoon but plan to visit Paris in 2020. The couple is currently enjoying married life in West Vancouver.

Cinematography by HONG PHOTOGRAPHY AND CINEMA INC. A B O U T T H E P H OTO G R A P H E R

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Angela wore an A-line MORILEE gown from TIFFANY’S VANCOUVER BRIDAL with MANOLO BLAHNIK shoes and a

necklace from TIFFANY & CO. Kenny wore navy blue formalwear by ATELIER MUNRO AMSTERDAM

purchased at HARRY ROSEN. Hairstyling and makeup application services by TIFFANYS PRO MAKEUP.

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Angela’s bouquet of pink garden roses was created by PARADISE EVENTS, who

provided all floral and decor for the wedding.

ABOUT THE COUPLE VIOLET GREY CREATIVE designed Angela

and Kenny’s pink and silver invitation suite,

Engagement ring from

which featured ombré watercolour accents.

TIFFANY & CO. Wedding

bands from NIESSING.

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ngela Lin and Kenny Zhang’s whirlwind romance began when they met through mutual friends in February 2018 and within nine months, they were married! The wedding took place on December 23, 2018 in Vancouver, British Columbia, with Liting Chan of PARADISE EVENTS providing full-service event planning and design assistance.

Angela and Kenny said “I do” at the VANCOUVER ART GALLERY, a venue that holds special significance to the bride. “I specifically chose the VANCOUVER ART GALLERY for two reasons: 1. I was a Fine Arts graduate from Simon Fraser University, and as an art student, every month I would visit the gallery with my friends and classmates. We had so much fun there. 2. I love Sex and the City, and I still remember Carrie’s (almost) wedding in the New York Public Library. I always wanted to have a similar wedding venue,” shares Angela.

The intimate ceremony took place on the third-floor rotunda, which PARADISE EVENTS decorated with sheer draping and white uplights. Manzanita trees accented with blush hydrangea flanked the stage and added a wintery touch. Angela’s personalized, heartfelt vows to Kenny included the line, “Kenny, you’re the person I’ve been waiting for my whole life. From the first day I met you, I knew you were the one. Thank you for treating me like a princess and making all my dreams come true. Without you, my life is not complete.”

Angela’s bridesmaids wore blush gowns from

Stage, draping,

TIFFANY’S VANCOUVER BRIDAL. Kenny’s

uplights, chairs, and

groomsmen wore grey suits from HUGO BOSS.

floral design by PARADISE EVENTS.

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BLUSH ROMANCE The celebration continued at the VANCOUVER ART GALLERY, where the reception was also held. One head table and two long tables were arranged for the intimate soirée, which had just 80 guests in attendance. The colour scheme was blush, silver, and acrylic, as requested by Angela. “I wanted to have a simple but elegant wedding. My theme was blush pink, and my vision was a sweet, fresh, and heartwarming wedding,” shares the bride.

Guest tables were embellished with peach pink linens, crystal candelabras, white taper candles, and sculpted arrangements of blush hydrangea on acrylic stands. Meanwhile, thousands of orchid blooms were affixed to ribbon and hung from the ceiling for a magical touch.

The head table boasted the most eye-catching design of all, a suspended floral cloud of manzanita branches and two-tone orchids with hanging glass ornaments and silver butterflies. There was also a lush floral runner trailing down the front edge of the table and floral linens to match. The final touch was a hedge of white pillar candles running down the centre of the tablescape. “The head table was so beautiful. It created a fairytale look that made me feel like I was living in a wonderland,” recalls Angela.

Floral design, lighting, draping, Chiavari chairs, tables, linens, candelabras, charger plates, crystal stands, and rigging provided by PARADISE EVENTS.

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Flatware, glassware, and dishware from PEDERSEN’S. Organic rose soap from PETITE ESSENTIALS served as guest takeaways.

“The head table was so beautiful. It created a fairytale look that made me feel like I was living in a wonderland.”

–ANGELA

Day-of stationery from VIOLET GREY CREATIVE included place

cards, escort cards, ceremony programs, and menus. Escort cards surrounded three glass pillars from PARADISE EVENTS, one of which was adorned with the couple’s monogram designed by VIOLET GREY CREATIVE.

ONA CAKE created

the pink, three-tier cake featuring a

END NOTES Angela’s favourite moment of the day was during the reception when she danced with her father and Kenny.

“I had to force my husband to take dance lessons with me before the wedding. It didn’t turn out perfectly but it was cute in the end, and I really appreciated his effort.

In addition, dancing with my father at the beginning and transitioning into a dance with my husband created a nice flow and symbolized the shifting of responsibility from father to son-in-law, and this really moved me,” says Angela.

Angela and Kenny are currently enjoying married life in Richmond, British Columbia.

monogrammed topper and fresh florals cascading down the front.

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RAILTOWN CATERING prepared a three-course plated dinner.

DEAL BAND performed at the reception.

Ting Photography is a studio based in Vancouver which has more than 5 years experience of shooting pre-wedding and wedding photography. Ting has an interest in capturing

For the reception, Angela changed into an off-the-shoulder,

the best angles and moments of her clients. Her

high-low gown from NUVON’S BRIDAL and a tiara from TIFFANYS

photos are mostly recorded in a natural style

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D.J. wore formalwear from STYLE BY SARAI with CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN shoes

and cufflinks from HARRY ROSEN

that belonged to Stephanie’s late father.

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Stephanie & D.J. PHOTOGRAPHY

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Hairstyling by CHRIS FUNK and makeup application

by JENNY MCKINNEY.

ABOUT THE COUPLE

Stephanie wore a lace ROSA CLARÁ gown purchased at RITUALS OF LOVE. She accessorized with nude CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN shoes, a SAINT LAURENT

purse, a custom diamond necklace from MINICHIELLO JEWELLERS, and a diamond tennis bracelet from CAVALIER GASTOWN.

Rings from CAVALIER GASTOWN.

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tephanie Clark and D.J. Denner met on a rainy autumn night in 2014.

D.J. claims it was love at first sight when he saw Stephanie walk into the lounge. “I was at the bar with my girlfriends when a handsome man in a suit asked if I wanted a drink,” recalls Stephanie. “I happily accepted the drink from D.J. and it turned out we had some mutual friends. I continued on with my night as I did not think I would meet my future husband at a bar, but D.J. was determined to find a way to see me again.” A couple of days later, Stephanie’s girlfriend told her that “D.J. Denner” was asking about her and wanted to know if she was available for a date. Stephanie immediately got butterflies and agreed to give out her number. Weeks later, their romance culminated in a first date at CHAMBAR. “We remember our waitress getting very frustrated with us because we were so consumed in our own conversation that we took forever to order our main courses. Ever since our first date, I haven’t left D.J.’s side,” shares Stephanie.

D.J. proposed to Stephanie while the pair were vacationing in Whistler in December. “Whistler is a second home and very special place to us,” says Stephanie. With the magic of Christmas in the air and twinkling white lights surrounding them in Upper Village, D.J. got down on one knee and proposed. “Even though I had looked forward to this day for a long time, the proposal caught me off-guard and time seemed to stand still,” shares Stephanie.

After FaceTiming all of their friends and family, the newly-engaged couple celebrated at their favourite restaurant, ARAXI, where the staff was waiting to congratulate them.

The wedding took place on September 2, 2018 in Penticton, British Columbia at PAINTED ROCK ESTATE WINERY. Aly Armstrong of ALY ARMSTRONG EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN provided full-service planning and design assistance.

According to Stephanie, “I worked for Aly years ago as her assistant and I always dreamed of planning my wedding with her. When the time came, I was so excited to call Aly to begin the planning process!”

VIVA EVENT DESIGN provided

all decor and floral for the wedding, including Stephanie’s bouquet of garden roses, ruscus, and olive leaves.

Stephanie’s bridesmaids wore dove grey dresses from PARK & FIFTH. D.J.’s groomsmen wore navy suits from INDOCHINO.

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“After our first meeting with Aly, our theme unfolded to be an elevated winery wedding with a backyard Hamptons feel. This meant lots of white, blues, champagne, and oysters.”

–STEPHANIE

CLASSIC ELEGANCE The pair took advantage of the picturesque surroundings, choosing to get married on the winery’s front lawn, with Skaha Lake behind them, the sun shining down from above, and a string quartet from OKANAGAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA performing in the background. Groupings of white delphinium mixed with greenery from VIVA EVENT DESIGN lined the aisle, leading to a natural floral arch covered in greenery and more white florals. “I loved so many details; the first that comes to mind is the flower arch. The arch was beautifully constructed and the fresh florals were vibrant and cheerful,” shares Stephanie.

Stephanie walked down the aisle with her mother and later exchanged personalized vows with D.J. After being announced husband and wife, guests tossed flower petals to celebrate.

Petals were placed in stylized cones sourced from ETSY.

To complement the venue and keep the focus on the incredible view, guests sat in clear Chiavari chairs from VIVA EVENT DESIGN.

For the cocktail reception, blue and white lounge furniture from VIVA EVENT DESIGN was placed on the lawn next to custom games such as lawn bowling and a monogrammed cornhole specially made by D.J. for the day. Catering was provided by CULINARY CAPERS. Roaming oyster shuckers from CURIOUS OYSTER. Black and white portraits from THE NEAR AND DEAR.

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Natural linens and vintage flatware provided by PEDERSEN’S and lace charger plates from CELEBRATE EVENTS. Draping from VIVA EVENT DESIGN.

HAMPTONS VIBES

“The hanging floral over our head table was a breathtaking masterpiece, which provided a dreamy romantic element to the tent.”

-STEPHANIE

The tented reception was held outdoors at PAINTED ROCK ESTATE WINERY. The “glamorous winery wedding” theme continued with Hamptons-inspired accents in the form of a grey and soft blue colour palette. “Early on we decided we wanted to create the perfect balance of classic elegance and fun for our wedding. After our first meeting with Aly, our theme unfolded to be an elevated winery wedding with a backyard Hamptons feel. This meant lots of white, blues, champagne, and oysters,” says Stephanie. Natural white linens were used on the tables and accented with dove grey napkins, which perfectly complemented the lush centrepieces of greenery and white florals. Lace charger plates, light blue water goblets, vintage flatware, and grey calligraphed place cards finished off place settings. Hanging chandeliers provided

by ALL OCCASIONS PARTY & EVENT RENTALS hung from the roof of the tent for a touch of sparkle.

For a major design statement, a suspended floral structure floated above the king table. “The hanging floral over our head table was a breathtaking masterpiece that provided a dreamy romantic element to the tent,” recalls Stephanie.

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Chandeliers and blue

The simple, four-tier

water goblets from

cake was prepared by

ALL OCCASION PARTY

A. ELIZABETH CAKES.

& EVENT RENTALS.

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Monogrammed linen napkins from VIVA EVENT DESIGN with monogram design by ALY ARMSTRONG EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN. Escort cards, table numbers, and place cards from MAURELLE CALLIGRAPHY AND DESIGN.

END NOTES Stephanie and D.J. treated guests to a four-tier cake by A. ELIZABETH CAKES, which was adorned with handcrafted

lace flowers that matched the bride’s dress. The couple’s monogram, designed by ALY ARMSTRONG EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN, decorated the third tier of the cake and could also be seen on the cornhole game and linen napkins.

Stephanie and D.J.’s favourite moment was their first dance. D.J.’s family has country roots so they decided on the song “Memories of Us” by Keith Urban. “We both felt that we were able to slow down and take a deep breath. In that moment, we were able to process and appreciate how beautiful everything was around us and how lucky we were to have found each other,” remembers Stephanie. Plus, right when the song ended, all of their guests stormed the dance floor and began dancing around them. The party had begun!

After their epic outdoor affair, the newlyweds enjoyed a “minimoon” in California, where they stayed at the MONARCH BEACH RESORT in Newport Beach and the BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL in Beverly Hills. They relaxed by the pool, golfed, went for walks down the beach, and dined at delicious restaurants. “It was so nice to be away just the two of us,” shares Stephanie. The newlyweds currently live in Vancouver, where Stephanie is a sales and event coordinator and D.J. is a real estate agent.

“Not only was the scenery and decor beautiful, but you could feel the love and joy in the air. Everyone was relaxed, happy, and really excited to celebrate the love D.J. and I share.

–STEPHANIE

Guests were greeted by shelves of champagne with escort tags from MAURELLE CALLIGRAPHY AND DESIGN tied to the base of each glass with French silk ribbon.

A B O U T T H E P H OTO G R A P H E R

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proudly celebrate 10 years capturing love stories and

provided their

refining their craft.

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Parnian wore a dramatic ATELIER PRONOVIAS ball

gown with customized detachable straps purchased at CACHÈ COUTURE. She

accessorized with MANOLO BLAHNIK heels,

a ROLEX watch from GLOBAL WATCH COMPANY,

a hairpiece from COCOON SILK in Portland, and

custom jewellery designed

by Ehsan and purchased at LUKSUS DIAMONDS. Ehsan wore a custom suit

by BLAIR SHAPERA with TOM FORD shoes, an OMEGA watch, and

cufflinks from TIFFANY & CO. (a gift from Parnian).

F LO R A L FA N TA SY

Parnian & Ehsan PHOTOGRAPHY

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Hairstyling by MAHYAR KHODA and makeup

application by MAKEUP

BY HALEH.

ABOUT THE COUPLE

Rings from LUKSUS DIAMONDS.

Parnian’s bridesmaids wore custom blush gowns by MANUEL MENDOZA. TALA FLORIST provided all floral

for the day, including Parnian’s classic bouquet of white peonies.

Folder-style invitation suite designed by LOVE BY PHOEBE.

P

arnian and Ehsan met three years ago but only started dating when their paths crossed again one and a half years later. As soon as they got together, they knew it was meant to be. “We remember it was only six months into our relationship and we were on a trip to Chicago, we were having the time of our lives and on the last night of our trip, we both just kind of looked at each other and knew this was it. Fast forward a year after that trip, and we were engaged,” shares Parnian. The proposal was an intimate affair, just between the two of them. According to Parnian, “I remember Ehsan seemed really nervous and wasn’t really being himself that day. The moment he kneeled down, I completely blanked. It literally felt like a dream!”

Parnian and Ehsan’s wedding was held on August 11, 2018 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Jenny De Jong of COUNTDOWN EVENTS PLANNING & DESIGN worked with the couple to plan and design the wedding of their dreams.

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White draping, chaise lounge, chandelier, and white chairs with gold

ORCHID OVERLOAD

detailing provided by ÉCLAT DECOR INC.

Parnian and Ehsan were wed in a traditional Persian ceremony at the FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER. The romantic setup included sculpted arrangements of pink and cream blooms lining the aisle and a floral-filled sofreh complete with orchids trailing down the front to create a waterfall effect. Two more oversized floral arrangements flanked the spread, each with a garland of pink hydrangea wrapped around the base. Sheer white draping and a sparkling chandelier finished off the ceremony decor.

runner from INSTYLE FLOOR WRAPS.

Floral design by TALA FLORIST. Aisle

As a special surprise, ballerinas from SIEGEL ENTERTAINMENT danced their way down the aisle before

the bride entered with her father. Another memorable moment was when Sepideh of VIDA CEREMONIES read Persian poetry and quotes. “We felt a sense of magic in the room,” recalls Parnian.

“The orchids that were included in the arrangements will always stay in our memories.”

–PARNIAN

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An arch of greenery from TALA FLORIST decorated

the entrance to the Pacific Ballroom.

MAGICAL MOMENT A floral fantasy awaited guests in the Pacific Ballroom at the FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER, where the reception was held. According to Parnian, “We had a magical moment before we entered our ballroom where we sat in a private room together and drank a glass of champagne, just the two of us. It really made us both take a much-needed pause to look at each other and realize... ‘wow we just got married!’”

Calligraphy by MAURELLE CALLIGRAPHY AND DESIGN.

Tables, chandeliers, charger plates, chaise lounge, and chairs from ÉCLAT DECOR INC. Catering was provided by the FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER and included canapés during cocktail hour, a monogrammed ice sculpture with sparkling wine, a buffet dinner, and late-night snacks.

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“The overall look was very chic. It was very modern, being mostly white with pops of gold and blush pink. The room was absolutely stunning.”

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–JENNY DE JONG, COUNTDOWN EVENTS PLANNING & DESIGN Macarons from LADURÉE served as

wedding favors.

POP OF PINK VIP tables were arranged on either side of the dance floor and had 16-ft long runners of orchids and hydrangea that created a stunning cascading effect. Guest tables were topped with tall, lush arrangements on glass stands. The custom white tables had no linens for a clean, modern look, and instead were embellished only with crystal tableware and white pillar candles. For a touch of gold, gold-beaded charger plates and goldtrimmed chairs were used throughout.

Dance floor design and production

by INSTYLE FLOOR WRAPS.

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END NOTES As Parnian and Ehsan had guests travel from all over the world to share in their celebration, the newlyweds decided to delay their honeymoon until the following year and instead, take time off to spend with their family and friends in Vancouver after the wedding. This past May, Parnian and Ehsan finally took their “latermoon” and travelled to London, Paris, Bordeaux, and Nice. The couple resides in Vancouver, where Parnian is a digital marketing manager and Ehsan is a business owner.

All eyes were on Parnian and Ehsan’s sweetheart stage that had orchids trailing over the edge, a hydrangea-covered stand with two chandeliers affixed to it, and two life-size cherry blossom trees. The couple sat in a chaise lounge from ÉCLAT DECOR INC., directly in front of which was the custom round

dance floor with the couple’s gold monogram.

Later into the evening, Parnian changed into a custom MANUEL MENDOZA gown. The couple

enjoyed a same day edit video captured by LIFE STUDIOS INC. FAMOUS PLAYERS

The “fairytale” cake was prepared by LE GATEAU BAKE SHOP. Upon the

request of the couple, it was wrapped in a

BAND, DJ YK,

and ballerinas and dancers from SIEGEL ENTERTAINMENT

all performed at the reception.

garland of fresh flowers to match the floral of the reception.

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Ellen Ho is an international photographer who runs a top boutique-style-photography studio based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. With a background in art and fashion, Ellen incorporates her innate sense of design in her photography and gives something cosmopolitan, chic, and unique to her photos. A refined and polished boutique elegance has become her signature style. And while seeking to embody the very essence of haute couture and luxury, she also captures a person’s unique personality and inner beauty.

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Engagement ring from TIFFANY & CO. Wedding bands from HARRY WINSTON.

Enzo wore formalwear

by ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA.

C R YS TA L PA L AC E

Gloria & Enzo P H OTO G R A P H Y + C I N E M ATO G R A P H Y

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Stationery suite and

Hairstyling and

custom monogram

makeup application

designed by

services provided by

RINTZYLEE DESIGNS.

SILVIA PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP TEAM.

ABOUT THE COUPLE

I

“The clear acrylic invitation set the tone for the crystal palace theme and the modern luxury vibe of the wedding.

t was in an interior design course at the British Columbia Institute of Technology that Gloria Liu and Enzo Shi first met. They went out for dinner with a group of classmates after their last field trip and started chatting.

That night, Enzo texted Gloria to make sure she got home safely, and from that point on, they texted every single day.

In December 2015, Enzo started planning a romantic New Year’s Eve proposal. After counting down to midnight, the pair watched fireworks explode in the sky, and just as they finished, Enzo reached into his pocket, got down on one knee, and proposed. “He chose this day because January 1 means ‘one heart for one person’ according to a Chinese saying,” shares Gloria.

The wedding took place on February 17, 2019 in Vancouver, British Columbia. with Kitty Tsai of WEDO WEDDINGS ETC. providing full-service planning and design. RINTZYLEE DESIGNS helped bring the couple’s custom invitation boxes to life. Inside of each rose gold gift box (which bore the couple’s monogram) were two bottles of rosé, chocolates, and an acrylic invitation with white calligraphy sitting on a bed of faux greenery.

Gloria wore an ERSA ATELIER ball gown from TOPBRIDAL in Shanghai,

With the two bottles of rosé, guests got

which she paired with MANOLO

to celebrate with the couple from the

BLAHNIK heels from HOLT RENFREW

moment they received the invitation. It

and a tiara provided by SILVIA

was luxurious yet personal at the same

PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP TEAM.

time,” says planner Kitty Tsai.

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ROSE GOLD ROMANCE Gloria and Enzo knew from the start that they wanted to combine their ceremony and reception, holding them both in the same space with the same setup. They ultimately decided to tie the knot at the JW MARRIOTT PARQ VANCOUVER. Taking inspiration from What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim, a Korean television show Gloria loves, the overall theme of the wedding was crystal palace. The wedding was planned and designed by WEDO WEDDINGS ETC.

Laser-cut monogram produced by BOXNOTBOX.

The welcome area was a total showstopper. When guests arrived, they were greeted by a rose gold arch covered in florals by BALCONI FLORAL DESIGN STUDIO that led to a crystal

tunnel lined with white draping.

The tunnel then opened up into a room with a decadent dessert table and a gorgeous photo backdrop. The dessert setup featured a cascading runner of pink flowers and candelabras of varying heights with rose gold leaf wreaths, all by WEDO WEDDINGS ETC. Confections included a hanging chandelier cake, cupcakes, monogrammed sugar cookies, and cake pops, which were prepared by

Dessert table provided by

MOMO CHEN CAKES.

MOHANI EVENT DESIGN.

Behind the dessert table was a rose gold backdrop and floral arrangements scattered throughout, as well as the couple’s name in the centre with white calligraphy.

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Gloria’s mini cascade bouquet featured rose gold leaves, roses, and lisianthus and was designed

by BALCONI FLORAL DESIGN STUDIO.

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The dance floor and aisle runner were produced by INSTYLE FLOOR WRAPS, with custom monogram

design by RINTYZLEE DESIGNS.

S TA R R Y N I G H T In the ballroom, WEDO WEDDINGS ETC. designed a starry night extravaganza, highlighted by a 32-ft long aisle leading to a 32-ft by 16-ft stage. Above the aisle hung a sea of crystal chandeliers and fringe-inspired decor. At the back of the stage was a dramatic arch structure with an LED “starry night” backdrop from KLAR AV. Blush and cream florals mixed with rose gold leaves were affixed to the arches and floated down off the front edge of the stage. For the ceremony, “The bride walked in from the open drape to greet all of the guests and walked towards the groom on the stage,” shares planner Kitty Tsai. While standing on the stage, the couple exchanged vows and according to Gloria, “Enzo expressed his feelings to me in a way I never expected and it brought both of us to tears.”

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The VIP table from LE MARAIS DÉCOR had the

most lavish design of all, comprising an oversized floral arrangement encircled by crystal candelabras on acrylic pillars of varying heights.

Guests sat at round dining tables with florals by BALCONI FLORAL DESIGN STUDIO. All tables were surrounded by rose

gold Infinity chairs from MOHANI EVENT DESIGN. KLAR AV provided their AV and lighting services, which

included bringing the starry night backdrop to life. For the first dance, they also provided a fog machine and sparklers.

Six ballerinas and a jazz

Draping, linens, and

band from SIEGEL

stage florals from WEDO

ENTERTAINMENT performed

WEDDINGS ETC.

for guests at the reception.

VIP table, crystal candelabras, charger plates, pillars, cake table, and crystal vases from LE MARAIS DÉCOR.

Rigging provided by FREEMAN AUDIO VISUAL.

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In lieu of a

Gloria and Enzo’s

guestbook, guests

wedding cake from

were asked to sign

MOMO CHEN CAKES

the acrylic welcome

took centre stage—

sign with rose gold

literally! The cake sat

markers. The sign,

on the stage at the

created by

reception, framed by

RINTZYLEE DESIGNS,

the arch structure from

had been brushed

WEDO WEDDINGS ETC.

with pink paint and

It featured two acrylic

featured the

tiers to fit the crystal

couple’s gold vinyl

palace theme.

monogram.

Photo booth from LUCKY BOOTH.

For the first dance, Gloria changed into a black sequin evening gown from TOPBRIDAL.

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END NOTES Catering was provided by the JW MARRIOTT PARQ VANCOUVER and included poached lobster salad, Pacific scallop chowder, Wagyu beef steak, and cassis sorbet.

Day-of stationery from RINTZYLEE DESIGNS included vellum menus and place cards with rose gold wax seals. HONOLULU COOKIE COMPANY prepared the cookie wedding favors.

Gloria and Enzo currently reside in Burnaby, British Columbia.

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Palette Creative

Palette Creative is an award winning and published team of photographers and cinematographers dedicated to capturing wedding celebrations with a timeless elegance. Their unique vision creates a distinctive aesthetic that focuses on expressing their clients individuality and style in a relaxed and natural manner. Based in Vancouver B.C., they will travel to wherever love takes them.

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Sanaz wore a strapless VERA WANG ball gown

from BLUSH BRIDAL with RENE CAOVILLA heels, a crown designed by MARIA ELENA HEADPIECES & ACCESSORIES and

purchased at BISOU BRIDAL, and a

diamond necklace and earring set gifted by her parents.

Ali wore a black TOM FORD tuxedo

purchased at HARRY ROSEN. He paired this

with CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN shoes.

RETURN TO NARNIA

Sanaz & Ali PHOTOGRAPHY

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Ali’s custom-made lion

Hairstyling provided

brooch represented the

by CULT SALON and

groom’s family crest.

makeup application

The winged lion is a nod

services provided by

to his surname which

NILOU MAKEUP.

translated from Farsi means “leader of lions,” and is an important symbol in Persian culture. The winged lion motif appeared throughout the wedding as a design element.

ABOUT THE COUPLE

A

li Assadkhan first saw Sanaz Beikoghli at a fashion show in 2015. He was immediately mesmerized by her glowing smile and beautiful eyes, and lucky for him, they were introduced to one another later that night at the show’s after-party. The following week, Sanaz attended Ali’s birthday party and according to Ali, “There was a moment when Sanaz picked up a couple of shots, reached back, and handed one to me as she stared at me. We took the shots together and have been celebrating ever since.”

The movie-worthy proposal took place in Los Angeles. The couple were vacationing in Beverly Hills and Ali had planned an unforgettable night in downtown LA at the end of which, he would finally pop the question. He told Sanaz that he had made a reservation at Wolfgang Puck’s restaurant at L.A. Live.

Just as they were about to enter the restaurant, Ali claimed he had to take a very important business call (in actuality, this was his signal for the surprise flashmob to begin). As a lover of music, Sanaz was excited by the spectacle unfolding in front of her and pulled out her phone to record it. The dance began with a song

by French Montana before switching to “Marry You” by Bruno Mars. During the last few seconds of the song, the dancers aligned and spread apart to create a human aisle, Ali appeared, walked down the aisle, and proposed.

A winter wonderland-inspired celebration took place on January 19, 2019 in Vancouver, British Columbia at the FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM, with DETAILS BY HALEH LUXURY EVENT PLANNING AND SOFREH DESIGN providing full-service planning and design assistance.

Sanaz’s rings were purchased in New York City and Ali’s is from CARTIER.

Sanaz’s bridesmaids wore blue strapless gowns by WHITE BY VERA WANG,

purchased at DAVID’S BRIDAL.

FLOWERZ designed Sanaz’s

romantic bouquet of white peonies, ranunculus, and baby’s breath.

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Chairs, draping, and entrance and ceremony lighting from LE MARAIS DÉCOR.

Sofreh design by DETAILS BY HALEH LUXURY EVENT PLANNING AND SOFREH DESIGN and

florals by FLOWERZ.

SECRET GARDEN DETAILS BY HALEH LUXURY EVENT PLANNING AND SOFREH DESIGN, LE MARAIS DÉCOR, and FLOWERZ created a winter wonderland fantasy at the FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM. Accented by baby’s breath for an ethereal touch, the bespoke ceremony setup took inspiration from the snowy plains of Narnia. The all-white theme extended to the manzanita trees, lamp posts, candles, and plinths that lined the aisle, as well as the chairs, carpeting, and velvet draping.

The celebration began in Persian tradition, with Sanaz and Ali seated behind the sofreh, before transitioning into a Western ceremony where the pair exchanged vows. According to Sanaz, her favourite moment was “my father walking me down the aisle towards Ali. All of our friends and family were surrounding us, my heart was beating out of my chest when I saw him standing there. I couldn’t wait to marry him.”

Audio from ESONIC and video and rigging from PSAV.

WINTER WONDERLAND

A mirrored backdrop setup by LE MARAIS DÉCOR

with florals by FLOWERZ provided

the perfect spot for a bridal

The winter fun continued at the FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM, where the reception designed

by DETAILS BY HALEH LUXURY EVENT PLANNING AND SOFREH DESIGN came to life.

White carpeting from LE MARAIS DÉCOR covered the entire venue, and according to Sanaz, “The white carpet was our canvas and resembled a snowy ground which really enhanced every other design element to create our intended magical winter wonderland feel.”

portrait session.

Two spectacular 20-ft-long ice bars from ICE DECOR featured the couple’s initials carved

into the ice and white roses frozen into the base. Lion ice sculptures tied into the lion motif used throughout.

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King tables, Vogue chairs, sweetheart table, satin linens, customized DJ and sweetheart stages, carpeting, draping, uplights, charger plates, and water goblets from LE MARAIS DÉCOR. Day-of stationery by MAKING MEMORIES WITH STATIONERY.

The custom dance floor with a winged lion motif was designed by DETAILS

BY HALEH LUXURY EVENT PLANNING AND SOFREH DESIGN and produced by INSTYLE FLOOR WRAPS.

The sweetheart table featured a cascading floral hedge with 20-ft tall manzanita trees as the backdrop. The “chandelier” table was set on a custom mirror-paneled stage and lined with rows upon rows of floating candles.

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Lush garlands of baby’s breath and white florals from FLOWERZ were covered in a light dusting of faux snow and served as centrepieces. The king tables were a sight to behold, with 72” floral wreaths and multiple candelabras in the centre

“Our design goal was to really make the reception party feel like a true winter wonderland so that guests were lost in time.” –SANAZ

to create an icy crystal masterpiece.

The ceiling design was also a total showstopper.

A 24-ft ring of hanging crystals was covered in baby’s breath and suspended from above using sheer ribbon.

In total, over 200 crystal candlesticks, 40 candelabras, and thousands of dusty white flowers were used to bring this winter wedding to fruition.

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Turquoise blue lighting and snow machine provided by INNOVATION LIGHTING.

To the right of the sweetheart stage sat Sanaz and Ali’s five-ft tall, snowflake-adorned wedding cake from JOCONDE PATISSERIE.

Catering was provided by the FAIRMONT

For their first

Guests took home

PACIFIC RIM and

dance as

custom-designed

included a five-course

husband and

snow globes that

seated meal and by a new Cinematography dessert that consisted AGI STUDIO.

wife, Sanaz

each had a silver

changed into

snowflake inside, the

of a chocolate sphere

a cap-sleeved

couple’s name and

with 24k gold leaf.

GALIA LAHAV

wedding date, and

gown from

had “No snowflake

BISOU BRIDAL

ever falls in the wrong

and Ali

place” written on

changed into a

the bottom.

white VERSACE tuxedo.

Samba dancers from SAMBA FUSION performed as the bride made her second grand entrance of the night.

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Entertainment for the evening included DJ MOHSEN, DJ SEPAND, violinists Nico and Yene, and a 20-person choir who gave a surprise performance right before dessert was served. These

Ali’s favourite moment of the day happened on the dance floor. As dinner began, Nico, an electric violinist the couple had flown in from Dubai, started to play and Sanaz decided to get up and start dancing. “Sanaz was on the dance floor in front of me, dancing so elegantly and freely to the music and violin; she was dancing for me, alone in her element. All of a sudden the snow began to come down and it was just the most beautiful moment that I’ll never forget,” recalls Ali. Sanaz and Ali jetted off to the United Arab Emirates for their honeymoon, where they visited Dubai and Abu Dhabi. “Our honeymoon was a balance between relaxing in the sun, fine dining (a lot), visiting the spa, and experiencing fun activities such as riding dune buggies in the desert of Dubai and visiting the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Louvre in Abu Dhabi,” shares Sanaz. The couple currently resides in West Vancouver, where Sanaz is a realtor and Ali is an entrepreneur.

musical acts were flown in from cities around the world, LIFE STUDIOS INC.

provided their cinematography services.

including Dubai and Los Angeles.

A B O U T T H E P H OTO G R A P H E R

Belluxe Photography Seeing the tears of joy and the fire in your soul when you see your wedding photos is the reason Samineh left her studies in science and pursued a Fine Arts degree at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design. With an eye for detail and love for people, Samineh captures the most authentic, subtle moments in order to create memories to last for generations to come.

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Angela Desveaux

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ART DIRECTOR

Rebekah Cuff

WedLuxe W EDLUX E.COM

HAIR STYLIST

Katie D’Souza

Bridal Hair Couture by Katie B R I DA L H A IRTO R O N TO.COM

MAKEUP ARTIST

Gassia Larionov

BLUSH X BALM B LU S HX B A L M.CO M

WA R D R O B E S T Y L I S T

Jo Jin J O -J I N .COM

FLORAL DESIGN

Flowers Time F LOW ERSTIME.CA

SET DESIGN

Artam Design Inc. A RTA MDESIGN.COM

SET PRODUCTION

Engineered Arts C USTO M ENGINEEREDARTS .COM

VINYL DESIGN & PRODUCTION

Dance Floor Décor DA N C EFLOORDECOR.COM

Manicure: Liliya Leheta, Education Ambassador for CND, CND.com.

Hair Extensions: Tesoro Hair, tesorohair.com.

Photography Assistant: Simon Farrington, David Hou Photography, davidhou.com.

Assistant Stylist: Annika Lautens, WedLuxe, wedluxe.com.

Production Assistants: Alexandra Di Matteo, Sulyka Abukar, Anam R. Hussain.

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SUN-KISSED (Both pages) Gown “Bridgette,” Valencienne Bridal Design, VALENCIENNE.COM. Earrings “Medium Pearl Hoops,” $48, Marchesa, available at Macy’s, MACYS.COM. Ring “Waldorf,” Stór by Margot Jewelry, STORBYMARGOT.COM.

Crush

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PUT A BOW ON IT Gown “Rowling,” Rivini by Rita Vinieris, available at Kleinfeld Hudson’s Bay, KLEINFELD.CA. Earrings “Coralia,” $525, Jennifer Behr, JENNIFERBEHR.COM.

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TAKE THE PLUNGE Gown “Lotus,” Watters, available at Kleinfeld Hudson’s Bay, KLEINFELD.CA. Hair pins “Margot,” $62, Blair Nadeau Bridal Adornments, BLAIRNADEAU.COM. Earrings

“Coralia,” $525, Jennifer Behr, JENNIFERBEHR.COM.

Ring, Royal de Versailles, ROYALDEVERSAILLES.COM.

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ROSE BLUSH Gown “Belle,” Chosen by One Day, available at Fairy Dreams, FAIRYDREAMS.CA. Earrings “Ainsley,” $185, Rebekah Price, REBEKAHPRICE.COM.

Bracelet, Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection, CAROLETANENBAUM.COM.

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FLORAL MIRAGE Gown “Vienna,” Melissa Gentile Couture, MELISSAGENTILE.COM. Veil “Betrothed,” $930, Laura Jayne Accessories, LAURAJAYNE.COM. Earrings, Tara Fava Jewellery, TARAFAVAJEWELLERY.COM. Ring, Royal de Versailles Jewellers, ROYALDEVERSAILLES.COM.

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THE ROSE AESTHETIC Gown, Kelly NG, KELLYNGCOUTURE.COM.

Ear cuffs, Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection, CAROLETANENBAUM.COM.

Shoes “Galaxia,” $1,840, Rene Caovilla, available at Davids Footwear, DAVIDSFOOTWEAR.COM.

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VERMILLION ALLURE Gown “Ethereal Lace Patchwork Gown,” Viktor&Rolf Mariage, VIKTOR-ROLF.COM. Headpiece “Claudette,” $325 and earrings “Dyann,” $58, Blair Nadeau Bridal Adornments, BLAIRNADEAU.COM.

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SHOES

Manolo Blahnik, MANOLOBLAHNIK.COM

WedLuxe Loves

Pattern Shades of Blue Balloons Orchids

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Creative Team PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Bobo Zhao

Beige Weddings BEIGEWEDDINGS.CO

PLANNER AND FLORAL DESIGN

Cherry Wang

Cherry Wang International Wedding & Event Group Limited CHERRYWANGWEDDING.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Chris Wang

Moo’s Art Studio MOOSARTSTUDIO.COM

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Origo Club ORIGOCLUB.CA View Full Feature + Credits on WedLuxe.com

Both Pages HAIR, MAKEUP, EARRINGS, AND HAIRPIECE

Tracy Zhu Studio, INSTAGRAM.COM/TRACYZHUMAKEUP BALLOONS

Cherry Wang International Wedding & Event Group Limited, CHERRYWANGWEDDING.COM TABLE

Moe’s Home, MOESHOME.COM CHAIRS

Luxe Club Decor, LUXECLUBDECOR.COM TABLEWARE, NAPKINS, PLACEMATS, AND TEA SETS

Origo Club, ORIGOCLUB.CA GOWNS

Rosa Clara, ‘Ader’ (Left) and ‘Guipep,’ (Right) available at De Flore Couture, CHERRYWANGWEDDING.COM/ DE-FLORE-COUTURE

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HAIR, MAKEUP, AND HAIRPIECE

Tracy Zhu Studio, INSTAGRAM.COM/ TRACYZHUMAKEUP GOWN

Rosa Clara, ‘Giupep,’ available at De Flore Couture, CHERRYWANGWEDDING.COM/ DE-FLORE-COUTURE

CAKE DESIGN

Moo’s Art Studio, FLORAL DESIGN AND BALLOONS

Cherry Wang International Wedding & Event Group Limited, CHERRYWANGWEDDING.COM TABLE

Moe’s Home, MOESHOME.COM CHAIRS

Luxe Club Decor, LUXECLUBDECOR.COM TABLEWARE, NAPKINS, PLACEMATS, AND TEA SETS

Origo Club, ORIGOCLUB.CA

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EARRINGS, WATCH, AND NECKLACE

Chopard Boutique GWC, GLOBALWATCHCO.COM

WedLuxe Loves GOWNS

Jila Atelier, JILAATELIER.COM RING

Pari Jewellery, INSTAGRAM.COM/PARI_JEWELLERY

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Dramatic Palette Dark Lip Calla Lily Comeback Sheer Gown

Creative Team PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Samineh Afrough

Belluxe Photography BELLUXEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATOR, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, CO-PRODUCER, CO-STYLIST, AND PLANNER

Azadeh Eltejaei

Beauty by Azadeh BEAUTYBYAZADEH.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATORS, CO-PRODUCERS, AND DECOR DESIGN

Parvin Ghazi and Sahar Mehrabadi

Le Marais Décor LEMARAISDECOR.COM

FLORAL DESIGN

Hassan Aghamohseni

Tala Florist TALAFLORIST.COM

CO-STYLIST

Jila Saberi

Jila Atelier JILAATELIER.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Behnaz Shafiee

Joconde Patisserie JOCONDE.CA

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Château d’Or View Full Feature + Credits on WedLuxe.com

Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

Beauty by Azadeh, BEAUTYBYAZADEH.COM TABLES, CHAIRS, TABLEWARE, NAPKINS, CANDLES, AND CANDLEHOLDERS

Le Marais Décor, LEMARAISDECOR.COM SHOES

Saint Laurent, available at Nordstrom NORDSTROM.COM

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Green

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JEWELLERY

Bulgari, BULGARI.COM

WedLuxe Loves

Lush Greenery Floral Chandeliers Ombré Backdrops Tulips + Orchids Natural Chignon

BACKDROP, CHAIRS, AISLE RUNNER, DRAPING, CANDLES, AND CANDLESTICKS

Paradise Events, PARADISEEVENTS.COM

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Denise Lin

Denise Lin Photography DENISELIN.COM

CONCEPT CREATOR AND FLORAL DESIGN

Liting Chan

Paradise Events PARADISEEVENTS.COM

PLANNER

Lisa Lee-Truong

Shing Weddings SHINGWEDDINGS.COM

STATIONERY DESIGN

Anika Loewen

Wedding Design

by Anika WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Dalana Fleming

The Cake & The Giraffe TCANDTG.COM

CINEMATOGRAPHY

Shyah Yan Zarrabi

Shyah K. Films INSTAGRAM.COM/SHYAHKFILMS

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

The University Women’s Club of Vancouver at Hycroft UWCVANCOUVER.CA

Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Alon Livné, ‘Rita,’ available at Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA

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Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN (This Page)

Alon Livné, ‘Rita,’ available at Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA NECKLACE

Bulgari, BULGARI.COM FLORAL DESIGN, DRAPING, TABLES, CHAIRS, LINENS, NAPKIN RINGS, CANDLES, AND CANDLESTICKS

Paradise Events, PARADISEEVENTS.COM TABLEWARE

Winstons Table Curation, WINSTONSEVENTS.COM MENUS AND PLACE CARDS

Wedding Design

by Anika, WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM CAKE DESIGN AND CAKE STAND

The Cake & The Giraffe, TCANDTG.COM

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Alon Livné, ‘Christine,’ available at Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA

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SHOES

Jimmy Choo, available at Holt Renfrew, HOLTRENFREW.COM

WedLuxe Loves

Soft Caramel Hues Delicate Texture Mirrored Accents Pampas Grass

GOWN

Galia Lahav, ‘GALA-801,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM

GOBLET

Infinity Event Design, INFINITYDECOR.CA

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Creative Team PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Life Studios Inc. LIFESTUDIOSINC.COM

HAIR AND MAKEUP

Glam House & Academy, GLAMHOUSEANDACADEMY.COM GOWN

Galia Lahav, ‘Gia,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM JEWELLERY

CO-CONCEPT CREATORS, CO-CREATIVE DIRECTORS, AND CO-PLANNERS

De Beers,

Naz Babaeipanah and Sammy Faridian

HEADPIECE

Sorella Events SORELLAEVENTS.CA

DEBEERS.CA

Elsa Corsi, available at Jeweliette, JEWELIETTE.COM CHAIRS, VASES, CRYSTAL STEMWARE, AND CARPET

CO-CONCEPT CREATOR AND DECOR DESIGN

Mohani Event Design, MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM

Pamela Nahal

Mohani Event Design MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM

FLORAL DESIGN

Kelly Dunbar

Botany and Bloom BOTANYBLOOM.CA

STATIONERY DESIGN

Anika Loewen

Wedding Design

by Anika WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Behnaz Shafiee

Joconde Patisserie JOCONDE.CA

CINEMATOGRAPHY

Chermaine Wu

SoWedding Photo + Cinema SOWEDDING.CA

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Trump International Hotel & Tower Vancouver TRUMPHOTELS.COM/VANCOUVER

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Both Pages FLORAL DESIGN

Botany and Bloom, BOTANYBLOOM.CA TABLE, CHAIRS, DISHWARE, STEMWARE, NAPKINS, CANDLES, VASES, MIRRORED PILLARS, AND MIRRORED FLOORING

Mohani Event Design, MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM GOBLETS AND FLATWARE

Infinity Event Design, INFINITYDECOR.CA

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Glam House & Academy, GLAMHOUSEANDACADEMY.COM GOWN Galia Lahav, ‘GALA-801,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM De Beers, DEBEERS.CA CAKE DESIGN Joconde Patisserie, JOCONDE.CA MENUS Wedding Design by Anika, WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM

HAIR AND MAKEUP JEWELLERY

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Style File EARRINGS AND BRACELET

Bekah Anne Accessories, BEKAH-ANNE.COM

JUMPSUIT

Theia, ‘Colette,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM SHOES

Jimmy Choo, JIMMYCHOO.COM

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TABLETOP VINYL

Creative Team

Think Graphics, PETERGILL.CA

PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Denise Lin

Denise Lin Photography DENISELIN.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATOR AND PLANNER

Lisa Lee-Truong

Shing Weddings SHINGWEDDINGS.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATOR AND FLORAL DESIGN

May Mahboubi

Sunflower Florist SUNFLOWERFLORIST.CA

STATIONERY DESIGN

Anika Loewen

Wedding Design

by Anika WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM

CAKE AND DESSERT DESIGN

Dalana Fleming

The Cake & The Giraffe TCANDTG.COM

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

The Westin Grand, Vancouver WESTINGRANDVANCOUVER.COM

Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Pronovias, ‘Caceres,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM TABLE, CHAIRS, CHARGER PLATES, NAPKINS, PLINTHS, ARCH, URNS, CANDLESTICKS, AND VASES

Mohani Event Design, MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM GLASSWARE AND FLATWARE

Shing Weddings, SHINGWEDDINGS.COM

WedLuxe Loves

Dark & Dramatic Side Braid Pearl Accents Hand-painted Macarons Acrylic Decor www.wed luxe.com

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Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Pronovias, ‘Caceres,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM

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Sunflower Florist, SUNFLOWERFLORIST.CA TABLE, CHAIRS, URNS, CHARGER PLATES, NAPKINS, PLINTH, CANDLESTICKS, AND VASES

Mohani Event Design, MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM GLASSWARE AND FLATWARE

Shing Weddings, SHINGWEDDINGS.COM CAKE DESIGN

The Cake & The Giraffe, TCANDTG.COM

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MIRROR

Petit Palace Antiques, INSTAGRAM.COM/PETIT.PALACE.ANTIQUES

WedLuxe Loves

Deep Hues Sculptural Accents Versace Pattern Floral Garland 3D Cake Art

JEWELLERY

De Beers, DEBEERS.CA SHOES

Ralph & Russo, RALPHANDRUSSO.COM

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Denise Lin

Denise Lin Photography DENISELIN.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATOR, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, CO-PRODUCER, CO-STYLIST, AND PLANNER

Hajer Khalifa

Hajer Khalifa Weddings HAJERKHALIFA.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATOR, CO-PRODUCER, CO-STYLIST, AND DECOR DESIGN

Evan Orion

Koncept Event Design KONCEPTEVENTDESIGN.COM

FLORAL DESIGN

Evan Orion

Flowerz FLOWER-Z.COM

STATIONERY DESIGN

Heather Braun

Porchlight Press PORCHLIGHTPRESS.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Behnaz Shafiee

Joconde Patisserie JOCONDE.CA

CINEMATOGRAPHY

Bernie Hipos

Bernie Hipos Wedding Films BERNIEHIPOS.COM

Both Pages GOWN

Ines Di Santo, ‘Gracie,’ available at Bisou Bridal, SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver FAIRMONT.COM/HOTEL-VANCOUVER View Full Feature + Credits on WedLuxe.com

BISOUBRIDAL.COM TABLE, CHAIRS, DRAPING, LINENS, FRAMES, CHERUB STATUES, CANDLES, AND CANDLESTICKS

Koncept Event Design, KONCEPTEVENTDESIGN.COM TABLEWARE

Atkinson’s, ATKINSONSOFVANCOUVER.COM

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Flowerz, FLOWER-Z.COM TABLES, CHAIRS, DRAPING, LINENS, SOFA, FRAMES, CHERUB STATUES, CANDLES, CANDELABRA, AND CANDLESTICKS

Koncept Event Design, KONCEPTEVENTDESIGN.COM TABLEWARE

Atkinson’s, ATKINSONSOFVANCOUVER.COM GOWN

Reem Acra, ‘Flock of Angels,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM HEADPIECE

Maria Elena Headpieces & Accessories, available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM CAKE DESIGN

Joconde Patisserie, JOCONDE.CA CONSOLE TABLE AND MIRROR (Right Page)

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, FAIRMONT.COM/HOTEL-VANCOUVER

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WedLuxe Loves

Baby’s Breath Asymmetrical Bouquet Soft Palette Smoky Eye Vanilla Anything!

GOWN

Bliss Monique Lhuillier, ‘Style BL19206,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM

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Creative Team

HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM

PHOTOGRAPHY BY

GOWN

Ellen Ho

Monique Lhuillier, ‘Maeve,’ available at Bisou Bridal,

Hong Photography and Cinema Inc. HONG-PHOTOGRAPHY.COM

BISOUBRIDAL.COM EARRINGS

Elsa Corsi, available at Jeweliette, JEWELIETTE.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATORS, CO-CREATIVE DIRECTORS, CO-PRODUCERS, CO-STYLISTS, CO-PLANNERS, AND DECOR DESIGN

Soha Lavin and Jenny De Jong

CountDown Events Planning & Design COUNTDOWNEVENTS.COM

FLORAL DESIGN

Gloria Henry

The Flower Factory FLOWERFACTORY.CA

CAKE AND DESSERT DESIGN

Tanya Muller

Le Gateau Bake Shop LEGATEAUBAKESHOP.COM

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver FAIRMONT.COM/HOTEL-VANCOUVER

Left Page DISHWARE

The Cross Decor & Design, THECROSSDESIGN.COM TABLE, CHAIRS, CHARGER PLATES, FLATWARE, CRYSTAL GLASSWARE, CANDLES, PILLAR, CRYSTAL GARLANDS, CANDLEHOLDERS, AND VASES

Éclat Decor Inc., ECLATDECOR.COM TREE STRUCTURE

Greenscape Design & Decor, GREENSCAPEDECOR.COM COUPE GLASSES

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, FAIRMONT.COM/HOTEL-VANCOUVER

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Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Galia Lahav, ‘Style G-104,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM JEWELLERY

Elsa Corsi, available at Jeweliette, JEWELIETTE.COM FLORAL DESIGN

The Flower Factory, FLOWERFACTORY.CA TREE STRUCTURE

Greenscape Design & Decor, GREENSCAPEDECOR.COM TABLE, CHAIRS, CHARGER PLATES, FLATWARE, CRYSTAL GLASSWARE, CANDLES, CANDLEHOLDERS, AND VASES

Éclat Decor Inc., ECLATDECOR.COM DISHWARE

The Cross Decor & Design, THECROSSDESIGN.COM COUPE GLASSES

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, FAIRMONT.COM/HOTEL-VANCOUVER FLOOR VINYL

InStyle Floor Wraps, INSTYLEFLOORWRAPS.COM

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Cotta

WedLuxe Loves

FORMALWEAR

Indochino, INDOCHINO.COM

Natural Textures Mixed Patterns Tropical Influence Wood x Copper Combo Lavish Kamayan Feast

CATERING

Kulinarya Filipino Eatery, KULINARYA.CA OTTOMANS AND COWHIDE RUG

Loungeworks Inc., LOUNGEWORKS.CA CEREMONY ARCH AND FLOWER STANDS

Blushing Vintage Rentals, FACEBOOK.COM/BLUSHINGVINTAGERENTALS CHANDELIERS, BAMBOO LANTERNS, JUTE RUG, TABLE, SHELF, POUFS, POTTED PLANTS, COPPER VASES, AND CUSHIONS

Cahoots Creative, CAHOOTSCREATIVE.CA ACRYLIC PILLARS

Rojalux, ROJALUX.COM SHELL LANTERNS

Sweet Maeden, FACEBOOK.COM/SWEETMAEDEN

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Creative Team PHOTOGRAPHY AND CINEMATOGRAPHY BY

Ellen Ho

Hong Photography and Cinema Inc. HONG-PHOTOGRAPHY.COM

CONCEPT CREATOR, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, CO-STYLIST, AND DECOR DESIGN

Sharon Kawano

Kawano Decor & Design KAWANODECORDESIGN.COM

PLANNER

Melissa Ortanez

Kawano Decor & Design KAWANODECORDESIGN.COM

CO-STYLIST

Emily Lux

Cahoots Creative CAHOOTSCREATIVE.CA

FLORAL DESIGN

Gloria Henry

The Flower Factory FLOWERFACTORY.CA

STATIONERY DESIGN

Tara Thorp

Violet Grey Creative VIOLETGREYCREATIVE.COM Both Pages CAKE DESIGN

Behnaz Shafiee

Joconde Patisserie JOCONDE.CA

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

The Polygon Gallery THEPOLYGON.CA

HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Rue de Seine, available at Union Bridal, UNIONBRIDAL.COM JEWELLERY

Cavalier Gastown, CAVALIERGASTOWN.COM DRAPING

Kawano Decor & Design, KAWANODECORDESIGN.COM

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Loungeworks Inc., LOUNGEWORKS.CA BUTTERFLY CHAIRS, LANTERNS, Cahoots Creative, CAHOOTSCREATIVE.CA TABLEWARE AND NAPKINS Pedersen’s, PEDERSENS.COM CHANDELIER AND DRAPING Kawano Decor & Design, KAWANODECORDESIGN.COM CAKE DESIGN Joconde Patisserie, JOCONDE.CA FLOWER STANDS Blushing Vintage Rentals, FACEBOOK.COM/BLUSHINGVINTAGERENTALS CATERING Kulinarya Filipino Eatery, KULINARYA.CA DESSERT DESIGN The Sweet Alley, THESWEETALLEY.COM HAIR AND MAKEUP Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN Rue de Seine, available at Union Bridal, UNIONBRIDAL.COM FORMALWEAR Indochino, INDOCHINO.COM Both Pages FLORAL DESIGN

The Flower Factory, FLOWERFACTORY.CA

TABLE, DINING CHAIRS, AND BENCH

CANDLESTICKS, POUFS, ARMCHAIR, MACRAMÉ DRAPING, POTTED PLANTS, AND WOODEN SLABS

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DRAPING, CANDLES, CHARGER PLATES, CANDLESTICKS, CAKE STANDS, MIRROR, AND FLATWARE

Defining Decor, DEFININGDECOR.CA

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Joel Jaszczyszak

Joelsview Photography JOELSVIEW.COM

WedLuxe Loves

Dramatic Palette Textured Cake Leather Stationery Natural Wood Elements Floral Garland Caramel Undertones

CREATIVE DIRECTOR, STYLIST, PLANNER, AND DECOR DESIGN

Tyler O’Hara

Defining Decor DEFININGDECOR.CA

FLORAL DESIGN

Connie Baker

Sweet Elegance Floral Design SWEETELEGANCE.CA

STATIONERY DESIGN

Laura Gagnon

Onyx Stationery ONYXSTATIONERY.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Kathie Dionne

Kakes by Kathie KAKESBYKATHIE.COM

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport FOURPOINTSKELOWNAAIRPORT.COM

Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

MisMacK Clean Cosmetics, MISMACK.COM GOWN

Willowby, ‘Corella,’ available at Bliss Bridal, BLISSBRIDAL.CA TABLE, CHAIRS, BAR, SOFA, DINNER PLATES, STEMWARE, AND NAPKINS

Modern Luxe Rentals, LUXE.MODERNRENTALS.CA FLOOR AND WALL VINYL

Ynot Digital, YNOTDIGITAL.CA

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WedLuxe Loves

White Peonies Laser-cut Stationery Lucite + Acrylic Sheer Bodice Cascading Bouquet

JEWELLERY

Chopard Boutique GWC, GLOBALWATCHCO.COM

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Creative Team

Mohani Event Design, MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM

PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Nomo Akisawa

Simply Sweet Photography SIMPLYSWEETPHOTOGRAPHY.CA

CONCEPT CREATOR, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, STYLIST, PLANNER, AND DECOR DESIGN

Pamela Nahal

Mohani Event Design MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM

FLORAL DESIGN

Patricia Navarro

Vivio Flower Gallery Ltd VIVIOFLOWERS.CA

STATIONERY DESIGN

Anika Loewen

Wedding Design

by Anika WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Dalana Fleming

The Cake & The Giraffe TCANDTG.COM

CINEMATOGRAPHY

Chermaine Wu

SoWedding Photo + Cinema SOWEDDING.CA

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Rosewood Hotel Georgia ROSEWOODHOTELS.COM/VANCOUVER

Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

Fancy Face Inc., FANCYFACE.CA GOWN

Galia Lahav, ‘Magdalena,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM

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FLORAL DESIGN

Vivio Flower Gallery Ltd, VIVIOFLOWERS.CA TABLE, CHAIRS, CANDLES, NAPKINS, AND TABLEWARE

Mohani Event Design, MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM HAIR AND MAKEUP

Fancy Face Inc., FANCYFACE.CA GOWN

Ines Di Santo, ‘Mia,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM JEWELLERY

Chopard Boutique GWC, GLOBALWATCHCO.COM

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604.434.4848 talaflorist.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY, CO-CONCEPT CREATOR, AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Joanna Moss

Joanna Moss Photography JOANNAMOSSPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

CO-CONCEPT CREATOR AND PLANNER

Jennifer Schafer

Grouse Mountain GROUSEMOUNTAIN.COM

FLORAL DESIGN

Patricia Navarro

Vivio Flower Gallery Ltd VIVIOFLOWERS.CA

DECOR DESIGN

Pamela Nahal JEWELLERY

Bekah Anne Accessories,

Mohani Event Design MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM

BEKAH-ANNE.COM

STATIONERY DESIGN

Anika Loewen

WedLuxe Loves

Velvet Linen Sage + Mint Palette 3D Cake Art Classic Roses

Wedding Design

by Anika WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Behnaz Shafiee

Joconde Patisserie JOCONDE.CA

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

Grouse Mountain GROUSEMOUNTAIN.COM

HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Bliss Monique Lhuillier, ‘Style 19119,’ available at Bisou Bridal, BISOUBRIDAL.COM CHAIRS, TABLEWARE, LINENS, CANDLES, CANDLESTICKS, AND GOLD STANDS

Mohani Event Design, MOHANIEVENTDESIGN.COM

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TABLE AND CHAIRS

The Wise Co., WISECOHIRE.COM

HAIR AND MAKEUP

PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Artistry by Alexa, PLACEMATS, DINNER PLATES,

Joanna Moss

ARTISTRYBYALEXA.COM

Joanna Moss Photography

AND GLASSWARE

Mesa Rentals + Design,

GOWNS

MESARENTALS.CO

Aniela,

Creative Team

ANIELA.CA

JOANNAMOSSPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

LINEN

Botanica and Bloom,

EARRINGS

Bekah Anne Accessories,

BOTANICAANDBLOOM.COM

CONCEPT CREATOR, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, PLANNER, AND FLORAL DESIGN

BEKAH-ANNE.COM

Meagan Murtonen

Botanica and Bloom BOTANICAANDBLOOM.COM

STATIONERY DESIGN

Anika Loewen

Wedding Design

by Anika WEDDINGDESIGNBYANIKA.COM

CAKE DESIGN

Cakes N Sweets CAKESNSWEETS.CA

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

The Parkside Hotel & Spa PARKSIDEVICTORIA.COM

WedLuxe Loves

CATERING, FLATWARE, CHARGER PLATES, AND PLATTERS

Toque Catering, TOQUECATERING.COM

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Natural Elements Creative Catering Laser-cut Stationery Rattan Decor

PU T T IN G YO U R BEAU T IF U L D RE A M S I N TO A C TI O N P L A N N I N G . D E S I G N . C O N S U LTAT I O N . C O O R D I N AT I O N

HAJERKHALIFA.COM

@hajerkhalifa_weddings 604.619.8477

@hajerkhalifaweddings

Here's to the free-spirited, bohemian, barefoot brides Here's to those who see the beauty in simplicity Here's to you Creating Bespoke Weddings for the Wild at Heart • Streamlined Service, Curated Design & Floral Artistry

BotanicaAndBloom.com www.wed luxe.com

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The Cross Décor & Design,

Blush First

SHOES

Jimmy Choo,

JIMMYCHOO.COM

THECROSSDESIGN.COM DESSERT TABLE

The Vancouver Club, VANCOUVERCLUB.CA

GOWN

Hayley Paige, ‘Behati,’ available at Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA

WedLuxe Loves

Pink, Gold + Grey Palette Marilyn Monroe Vibes Velvet Settee Blush-hued Gown

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Creative Team PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Both Pages CHAIRS, GOLD FRAMES, VASES, SOFA, CANDLESTICKS, OTTOMAN, AND CUSHION

Bespoke Decor,

Nick Chau

BESPOKEDECOR.CA

SoWedding Photo + Cinema

DRAPING, LINEN, CHARGER

SOWEDDING.CA

CONCEPT CREATOR, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, STYLIST, PLANNER, AND DECOR DESIGN

PLATES, AND PLINTHS

Koncept Event Design, KONCEPTEVENTDESIGN.COM GOLD BOWL

Winners, WINNERS.CA

Geneve McNally

DreamGroup Weddings + Events DREAMGROUP.CA

FLORAL DESIGN

Gloria Henry

The Flower Factory FLOWERFACTORY.CA

STATIONERY DESIGN

Tara Thorp

Violet Grey Creative VIOLETGREYCREATIVE.COM

CAKE AND DESSERT DESIGN

Dalana Fleming

The Cake & The Giraffe TCANDTG.COM

SHOT ON LOCATION AT

The Vancouver Club VANCOUVERCLUB.CA

Both Pages HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Hayley Paige, ‘Lyla,’ available at Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA HAIRPIECE

Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA JEWELLERY

De Beers, DEBEERS.CA

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FLORAL DESIGN

The Flower Factory, FLOWERFACTORY.CA

CATERING AND BOWL

The Vancouver Club, VANCOUVERCLUB.CA

HAIR AND MAKEUP

Anita Lee of Helmet Salon, HELMETSALON.COM GOWN

Hayley Paige, ‘Lyla,’ available at Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA HAIRPIECE

Blush Bridal, BLUSHBRIDAL.CA JEWELLERY

De Beers, DEBEERS.CA VASES, CANDLESTICKS, CHAIRS, AND GOLD FRAMES

Bespoke Decor, BESPOKEDECOR.CA DRAPING, PLINTHS, LINEN, AND CHARGER PLATES STATIONERY DESIGN

Koncept Event Design,

Violet Grey Creative,

KONCEPTEVENTDESIGN.COM

VIOLETGREYCREATIVE.COM

CAKE AND DESSERT DESIGN

The Cake & The Giraffe, TCANDTG.COM

DISHWARE, STEMWARE, FLATWARE, NAPKINS, AND WOODEN HEARTS

The Cross Décor & Design, THECROSSDESIGN.COM

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Roa Floral & Event Designs lives to create luxurious exquisite floral events.

604.521.5465 | info@roadesigns.com | roadesigns.com — available Canada wide —

CH I A V A RI FO R

C HAIR S

A LL

OC C ASION S

vancouverchiavarichairs.com Call or email us today for rates and availability for your next event.

@VANCOUVERCHIAVARICHAIRS • 604.317.0772 www.wed luxe.com

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Luxe Locations Assembled here is our selective locations you should consider.

luxe list

of the most beautiful and reputable

THE FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER

HYCROFT

900 WEST GEORGIA STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

UNI VERSI T Y WOME N’S CLU B OF VANCOU VE R

Be part of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver legacy as you experience Vancouver’s ideal wedding venue.

With exquisite architectural details, sparkling crystal chandeliers and majestic staircase, bridesto-be have a wealth of elegant options for their special day. Whether your style is softly romantic, trend-setting modern or show-stopping elegance, celebrate your momentous day at the premier venue in town.

1489 MCRAE AVENUE | VANCOUVER, BC RING

604.731.4662

EMAIL

rentals@uwcvancouver.ca uwcvancouver.ca

WEB

ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA 801 WEST GEORGIA STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

RING

604.443.1811

RING

604.682.5566

EMAIL

Darcy.Hagan@Fairmont.com fairmont.com/hotel-vancouver

EMAIL

hotelgeorgia@rosewoodhotels.com rosewoodhotelgeorgia.com

WEB

WEB

FAIRMONT PACIFIC RIM

STANLEY PARK PAVILION

1038 CANADA PLACE | VANCOUVER, BC

610 PIPELINE ROAD | VANCOUVER, BC

Vancouver’s iconic viewpoint for the occasion of ‘I do.’

A dedicated Wedding Manager and a coveted team of experts will guide every step of the way through artful touches and personalized service; perfecting the beauty of new beginnings. With stunning views of Vancouver’s harbour and North Shore mountains, our elegantly chic event venues set the stage for an unforgettable celebration. The extraordinary starts here.

Nestled in the heart of Stanley Park adjacent to the famous Rose Gardens, Stanley Park Pavilion is Vancouver’s preeminent banquet and wedding venue. From naturally inspired garden ceremonies to elegant ballroom receptions, let Stanley Park Pavilion’s attentive service, innovative menus and experienced wedding team create forever memories.

RING

604.695.5451

EMAIL

Ghalia.Al-Ghoul@Fairmont.com fairmont.com/pacificrim

WEB

RING

604.602.3088 ext 1

EMAIL

events@stanleyparkpavilion.com stanleyparkpavilion.com

WEB

TERMINAL CITY CLUB FOUR SEASONS HOTEL VANCOUVER 791 WEST GEORGIA STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

WedLuxe.om has undergone a makeover!

Unbeatable fresh features include all new “Inspiration Galleries,” and an Insider Membership Portal that allows you to “save your fav” images and vendors. We hope you love the new WedLuxe.com as much as we do!

New WedLuxe Vanouver Instagram aount!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of @WedLuxeVancouver, making it easier for you to connect with your LOCAL community.

WEDLUXE.COM @WEDLUXE | @WEDLUXEVANCOUVER | @WEDLUXETORONTO

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RING

604.689.9333

WEB

fourseasons.com/vancouver

837 WEST HASTINGS STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

Terminal City Club, located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, is an elegantly furnished venue rich in history and tradition. Featuring two stunning and unique ballrooms with vintage chandeliers, floor to ceiling windows and a rooftop terrace with views of the harbour and North Shore mountains.

GROUSE MOUNTAIN RESORT

RING

604.488.8605

6400 NANCY GREENE WAY | NORTH VANCOUVER, BC

EMAIL

Imagine saying “I do” on a mountaintop surrounded by alpine peaks, centuries-old forest and the sight of a million dancing lights in the city far, far below. From an intimate gathering to a spectacular party of 500+, weddings at Grouse Mountain are pure magic.

Happily ever after starts here.

WEB

weddings@tcclub.com tcclub.com

RING

604.998.4271

EMAIL

weddings@grousemountain.com grousemountain.com/weddings

WEB

THE VANCOUVER CLUB 915 WEST HASTINGS STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

Imagine the wedding of your dreams in Vancouver’s most timeless venue. Let the Club’s team of experts provide you and your guests with the unmatched service and attention to detail you deserve on the day you’ll remember forever.

RING

604.331.7008

HUDSON

EMAIL

200 8 AVENUE SW | CALGARY, AB

WEB

katie@vancouverclub.ca vancouverclub.ca/weddings

A state-of-the-art complex in downtown Calgary, Hudson boasts impressive design, spectacular views, incredible versatility and outstanding food and service offerings. Located on the sixth floor of an iconic heritage building, Hudson is suited with large windows that command stunning views of downtown Calgary’s historic district and invite natural light into the space.

Simple and sophisticated, the open concept venue spans over 18,000 square feet, and is well-suited for both grand and intimate weddings.

RING

403.351.3771

EMAIL

events@oliverbonacini.com oliverbonacinievents.com

WEB

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Glitterati The WedLuxe Glitterati are simply the best of the best in the wedding industry and advertise with WedLuxe by invitation-only.

Each company or event professional is selected for exemplifying outstanding artistry, quality, and style.

BEAUTY

AFTERGLOW STUDIOS

CAKES

THE CAKE & THE GIRAFFE

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Makeup and hair services for brides and special events.

Handcrafting beautiful and delectable memories by marrying extraordinary, custom designs with unique, unforgettable flavours.

RING 778.995.4777 EMAIL info@theafterglow.ca WEB theafterglow.ca

RING 778.835.1437 EMAIL dalana@tcandtg.com WEB tcandtg.com

ANITA LEE OF HELMET SALON

JOCONDE PATISSERIE

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Leading international makeup artist and hair stylist with an exclusive team specializing in | Bridal | Fashion Editorial | Lifestyle | Boudoir |

Artful Cake designs, Artisan sweets. Exquisite creations to make your event a lasting sweet memory.

RING 604.876.7655 EMAIL anita@helmetsalon.com WEB helmetsalon.com

RING 604.339.1726 EMAIL contact@joconde.ca WEB joconde.ca

BEAUTY BY AZADEH

LE GATEAU BAKE SHOP

Available Canada-Wide

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist

Simplicity and elegance, extravagant opulence, or fun and whimsical. Custom designs that are appealing to the eye and the palate.

RING 778.866.4466 EMAIL beautybyazadeh@gmail.com beautybyazadeh.com WEB

RING 604.620.7975 EMAIL tanya@legateaubakeshop.com WEB legateaubakeshop.com

FANCY FACE INC.

MOO’S ART STUDIO

Available in Vancouver

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Luxury is in the details. Our world-class team of hair & makeup artists specialize in providing high-end service and glamour.

We provide everything you need to create the perfect wedding cake and dessert table. Delight your guest by these high-spirited and creative ideas.

RING 844.633.2629 EMAIL info@fancyface.ca WEB fancyface.ca

RING 604.307.1118 EMAIL moosartstudio@gmail.com WEB moosartstudio.com

follow us TRACY ZHU BEAUTY STUDIO Available in Vancouver

14 yrs experience Makeup & Hair TV / Film / Wedding / Event

@WEDLUXE | @WEDLUXEVANCOUVER

RING 778.302.2896 EMAIL tracyzhuca@gmail.com WEB instagram.com/tracyzhubeauty

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KAWANO DECOR & DESIGN

C AT E R I N G

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Specializing in event drapery and backdrops.

RING 604.653.7133 EMAIL contact@kawanodecordesign.com WEB kawanodecordesign.com

CULINARY CAPERS

KONCEPT EVENTS | FLOWERZ

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Available in BC + Alberta

Culinary Capers is the most sought after wedding caterer in Vancouver for a reason. Our team excels at creating bespoke weddings inspired by a couples’ personalities, personal tastes and unique love story.

Your one stop solution to event design. From the initial concept to execution, from design to rentals and florals, we will make your event unforgettable.

RING 604.875.0123 EMAIL noelene@culinarycapers.com WEB culinarycapers.com

RING 604.875.1001 EMAIL koncept.vancouver@gmail.com WEB koncepteventdesign.com

THE LAZY GOURMET

LE MARAIS DÉCOR

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Since 1979, the Lazy Gourmet has been recognized as Vancouver’s favourite catering company, focusing on quality food and events, sustainability and service.

Luxury Decor Rental.

RING 604.734.2507 EMAIL catering@lazygourmet.ca WEB lazygourmet.ca

RING 604.728.7504 EMAIL pari@lemaraisdecor.com WEB lemaraisdecor.com

TOQUE CATERING

LUX AFFAIRS - EVENT DESIGN & DECOR

Available in Vancouver + Vancouver Island

Available Canada-Wide

Toque Catering offers perfectly tailored menus to accommodate each event’s unique style and culinary needs.

Elegant. Timeless. Unforgettable Events.

RING 778.432.2460 EMAIL chef@toquecatering.com WEB toquecatering.com

RING 604.813.7272 EMAIL info@luxaffairs.com WEB luxaffairs.com

Lux Affairs specializes in timeless & elegant luxury events.

LUXE CLUB DECOR

C I N E M ATO G R A P H Y

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Luxury Chair and wedding decor rental.

RING 778.892.2281 EMAIL info@luxeclubdecor.com WEB luxeclubdecor.com

LIFE STUDIOS INC.

MOHANI EVENT DESIGN

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Life Studios Inc. is an award-winning Cinematography/Photography Studio comprised of a Team of Artists bringing their Expertise and Flair.

Reputable for Distinctive Design & Beautiful Transformations. We provide luxury décor rentals for beautiful and stylish weddings, specializing in custom design.

RING 604.568.5538 EMAIL info@lifestudiosinc.com WEB lifestudiosinc.com

RING 778.389.2114 EMAIL info@mohanieventdesign.com WEB mohanieventdesign.com

DECOR & E V E N T R E N TA L S

SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS Available in Alberta (Province-Wide)

Special Event Rentals is western Canada’s largest & best-equipped event rental company with locations in Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer and Regina.

RING 780.435.2211 EMAIL info@specialeventrentals.com WEB specialeventrentals.com

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UPRIGHT DECOR SIGNATURE EVENTS INC.

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Available in BC + Alberta

Event. Design. Rentals Located in the Heart of the Okanagan.

We are a full service event decorating & rental company, offering a vast luxurious collection of unique rental decor. Come visit us in “Vancouver’s Largest Rental Decor Showroom.”

RING 250.306.1643 EMAIL info@definingdecor.ca WEB definingdecor.ca

RING 604.878.1955 EMAIL info@uprightdecor.com WEB uprightdecor.com

ÉCLAT DECOR INC.

VANCOUVER CHIAVARI CHAIRS

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Éclat Decor Inc. is a leading full service event design and luxury decor rental company offering an extensive line of event decor.

Gold and clear chiavari chair rentals within the lower mainland.

RING 778.929.1428 EMAIL info@eclatdecor.com WEB eclatdecor.com

RING 604.317.0772 EMAIL vancouverchiavarichairs@gmail.com WEB vancouverchiavarichairs.com

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D E S T I N AT I O N W E D D I N G S & T R AV E L

CELEBRATE EVENTS Available in Vancouver + Whistler

Obsessed with the personalised details, creative design and achieving the unachievable.

RING 888.905.7775 EMAIL info@celebrateevents.ca WEB celebrateevents.ca

FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS

COCO EVENTS & WEDDINGS

Available Canada-Wide

Available Canada-Wide

At Fairmont hotels and resorts all over North America, you’ll find settings as grand as your love story, from legendary city-center ballrooms with room for hundreds of guests to intimate tropical getaways for just your closest family and friends.

Coco Events is a passionate team of planners who work tirelessly to provide outstanding service, and design events that are uniquely tailored to each client.

WEB

fairmont.com/sayido

LUXE DESTINATION WEDDINGS

RING 604.499.2626 EMAIL events@cocoeventsandweddings.com WEB cocoeventsandweddings.com

COUNTDOWN EVENTS PLANNING & DESIGN

Available Canada-Wide

Available Canada-Wide

LUXE is the premier destination wedding consultancy, planning stress-free weddings all over the Caribbean and Mexico.

Class, Distinction & Elegance.

CountDown Events planners will ensure that every detail of your wedding is designed and planned with passion and elevated style.

RING 888.589.3933 EMAIL contact@luxedestinationweddings.com WEB luxedestinationweddings.com

RING 604.760.8388 EMAIL weddings@countdownevents.com WEB countdownevents.com

SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS

DREAMGROUP WEDDINGS + EVENTS

Available Canada-Wide

At Sofitel, French elegance blends with your unique tastes to create a wedding day that will long live on in the memories of every guest.

WEB

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SOLAZ, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT, LOS CABOS

EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN Vancouver’s Preferred Wedding Planning Co. since 2004 Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Award Winning Producers of Ridiculously Amazing Wedding Experiences

RING 604.537.3575 EMAIL info@dreamgroup.ca WEB dreamgroup.ca

FILOSOPHI EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN

Available in Vancouver

Available in BC + Alberta

Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos is the quintessential location for an unforgettable wedding celebration.

The cure for the common wedding.

EMAIL javier.puente@marriott.com WEB solazresort.com

EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN

RING 604.809.3746 EMAIL info@filosophi.com WEB filosophi.com

HAJER KHALIFA EVENTS Available in Vancouver

Putting Your Beautiful Dreams into Action Planning. Design. Management. Consultation.

RING 604.619.8477 EMAIL info@hajerkhalifa.com WEB hajerkhalifa.com

ALICIA KEATS WEDDINGS + EVENTS

JULIANNE YOUNG WEDDINGS INC

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Available in Calgary + Banff

We believe that catering to your individuality is the key to an extraordinary wedding.

Trends come & go. Style lasts forever.

Award winning wedding production & design for elegant and timeless weddings throughout Western Canada & beyond.

RING 778.227.9974 EMAIL info@aliciakeats.com WEB aliciakeats.com

RING 403.456.2439 EMAIL info@julianneyoungweddings.com WEB julianneyoungweddings.com

ALY ARMSTRONG EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN

KAVITA MOHAN EVENT PLANNING

Available in BC (Province-Wide)

Available Canada-Wide

Beauty. Luxury. Love Luxury weddings & events.

Vancouver based wedding planning company that specializes in providing endless possibilities to create the wedding you have always dreamed of.

RING 604.671.8437 EMAIL aly@alyarmstrongevents.com WEB alyarmstrongevents.com

RING 604.726.3020 EMAIL info@kavitamohan.com WEB kavitamohan.com

BOTANICA AND BLOOM

PARADISE EVENTS

Available in Vancouver + Vancouver Island

Creating Bespoke Weddings for the Wild at Heart.

Botanica & Bloom is for those who admire simplicity and appreciate the art-of-gathering.

RING 905.329.3219 EMAIL meagan@botanicaandbloom.com WEB botanicaandbloom.com

Available in Vancouver

“Experience the exceptional!”

Planning, Design, Decor, Floral, more from Paradise Events. #DoingBizWithOurHeart RING 604.729.0661 EMAIL info@ParadiseEvents.com WEB ParadiseEvents.com

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SHING WEDDINGS

ROA FLORAL & EVENT DESIGNS

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Available Canada-Wide

Be free to love like you do. Celebrate your day fully and freely with Shing Weddings by your side.

Roa Floral and Event Design lives to create luxurious, exquisite floral events.

RING 778.233.7302 EMAIL lisa@shingweddings.com WEB shingweddings.com

RING 604.521.5465 EMAIL info@roadesigns.com WEB roadesigns.com

SUNFLOWER FLORIST Available in Vancouver

FA S H I O N

We are here to make your wedding how you dreamed it would be.

RING 604.676.7677 EMAIL info@sunflowerflorist.ca WEB sunflowerflorist.ca

BISOU BRIDAL

TALA FLORIST

Available in Vancouver

Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Bisou Bridal is Western Canada’s Premier Bridal Boutique. We carry gown collections from International Bridal Designers such as Vera Wang, Galia Lahav, Berta, Monique Lhuillier.

From simply elegant to extravagantly lush, we strive to make your vision of your wedding day come true.

RING 604.696.0880 EMAIL info@bisoubridal.com WEB bisoubridal.com

RING 604.434.4848 EMAIL info@talaflorist.com WEB talaflorist.com

DAVIDS

VIVIO FLOWER GALLERY LTD

Available in Toronto

Available Canada-Wide

With hundreds of designers to choose from, DAVIDS is your partner in style to help you find your shoes for the big day. Click or step in store to discover.

Reflective of Spanish and western influences, artist and designer Patricia Navarro indulges into the imagination inspired by each couple’s style.

WEB

RING 604.931.3112 EMAIL info@vivioflowers.ca WEB vivioflowers.ca

davidsfootwear.com

HARRY ROSEN Available Canada-Wide

Harry Rosen has been dressing grooms and wedding parties for over 65 years.

No matter what your vision, we have the brands and selection to ensure you look your best on the big day.

JEWELLERY

EMAIL weddingform@harryrosen.com WEB harryrosen.com

KELLY NG

BEKAH ANNE ACCESSORIES

Available in Toronto

Available Canada-Wide

The only Canadian luxury bridal & evening Haute Couture brand to collaborate with the House of Garrard, England’s most prestigious jeweler serving British Royal families for centuries.

Artisan made jewellery & hair adornments created with legacy in mind.

Bespoke & ready to shop. Available worldwide from bekah-anne.com.

RING 647.824.0520 EMAIL inquiry@kellyngcouture.com WEB KellyNgCouture.com

RING 250.594.8088 EMAIL info@bekah-anne.com WEB bekah-anne.com

KLEINFELD HUDSON’S BAY

GLOBAL WATCH COMPANY

Available in Toronto

Available in Vancouver

With hundreds of designer gowns, accessories, shoes and more, all your wedding wishes will come true.

Book your consultation today.

Chopard Boutique GWC provides the brand’s best luxury timepieces and jewellery to the most sophisticated connoisseur in Vancouver.

RING 416.861.4800 EMAIL kleinfeldbridal@hbc.com WEB kleinfeldbridal.ca

RING 604.684.6515 EMAIL chopard@globalwatchco.com WEB globalwatchco.com/chopard

KIMBERLITE DIAMOND

FLORAL

Available in Vancouver

Fine diamond specialist since 1995 with stores worldwide.

RING 604.559.9697 EMAIL info@kimberlitediamond.ca WEB kimberlitediamond.ca

follow us THE FLOWER FACTORY Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Fun. Fabulous.

Original Designs.

RING 604.871.1008 EMAIL info@flowerfactory.ca WEB flowerfactory.ca

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HYPERFOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY

MUSIC & E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Available Canada-Wide

Steff + Justin, award winning photographers who show the beauty of life with their blend of artistic and documentary photography.

RING 604.710.2969 EMAIL hello@hyperfocus.ca WEB hyperfocus.ca

JOANNA MOSS PHOTOGRAPHY

FAMOUS PLAYERS BAND Available Canada-Wide

Available Canada-Wide

North America’s preeminent live wedding and event band. Class, elegance, style, versatility, high energy, and, most importantly, fun! 1-855-5FP-BAND

Romantic, joyful and elegant. Joanna has been capturing love stories in an authentic way for over a decade. Vancouver. Victoria . World Wide.

RING 604.725.1272 EMAIL info@famousplayersband.com WEB famousplayersband.com

RING 604.613.9474 EMAIL hello@joannamoss.com WEB joannamossphotography.com

SIDE ONE ENTERTAINMENT

PALETTE CREATIVE

Available Canada-Wide

Available Canada-Wide

Winner for Best Live Entertainment at the Canadian Wedding Industry Awards with bands in Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver and Seattle, Side One is the must-have band for your event.

Palette Creative is an award winning and published team of photographers and cinematographers dedicated to capturing wedding celebrations with timeless elegance.

RING 604.809.3746 EMAIL info@sideone.ca WEB sideone.ca

RING 778.862.0392 EMAIL info@palettecreative.ca WEB palettecreative.ca

SOWEDDING PHOTO AND CINEMA PRODUCTIONS Available Canada-Wide

PHOTOGRAPHY

Internationally Awarded Wedding Photo/Cinema Team, home based in Vancouver, BC. Servicing couples from anywhere around the world.

RING 604.809.1263 EMAIL info@sowedding.ca WEB sowedding.ca

BEIGE WEDDINGS Available Canada-Wide

Beige Weddings is a published Fine Art Photography & Cinema Studio that specializes in Weddings, Engagements, and Portraits.

S TAT I O N E R Y

RING 778.989.8709 EMAIL hello@beigeweddings.co WEB beigeweddings.co

BELLUXE PHOTOGRAPHY

WEDDING DESIGN BY ANIKA

Available in Vancouver

Available in Edmonton

Fine-art photography with a soft and romantic approach, combined with photojournalism that creates images to last for generations to come.

A boutique-style invitation and stationery studio. We love paper, texture and colour and want you to feel the same way!

RING 604.720.1891 EMAIL hello@belluxephotography.com WEB belluxephotography.com

RING 780.915.8818 EMAIL hello@weddingdesignbyanika.com WEB weddingdesignbyanika.com

BLUSH WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

BY KRISTY & KEN

VIOLET GREY CREATIVE

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Available Canada-Wide

Available in BC + Alberta

Kristy and Ken combine fine-art and photojournalism award-winning photography, resulting in capturing both the heart & style of their couples.

Violet Grey Creative is a local online stationery store that specializes in custom and semi-custom wedding stationery.

RING 778.552.1836 EMAIL kristy@blushphotography.ca WEB blushweddingphotography.com

RING 604.770.3855 EMAIL info@violetgreycreative.com WEB violetgreycreative.com

DENISE LIN PHOTOGRAPHY Available in Vancouver + Lower Mainland

Soft, dreamy and elegant. Denise’s photography is inspired by true love stories.

Available for destinations.

UNIQUE SERVICES

RING 604.780.3868 EMAIL photography@deniselin.com WEB deniselin.com

HONG PHOTOGRAPHY AND CINEMA INC.

PAL INSURANCE BROKERS CANADA LTD.

Available in BC + Alberta

Available Canada-Wide

Vancouver’s top boutique photography and cinematography studio l Luxurious Weddings + Travels l Vancouver . Toronto . Worldwide

PAL Insurance Weddinguard provides insurance for your wedding essentials, including liquor liability insurance for three 24-hour periods and much more.

RING 778.228.6256 EMAIL ellenho@hong-photography.com WEB hong-photography.com

RING 1.800.265.8098 EMAIL weddinguard@palcanada.com WEB palcanada.com

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SIGNATURE

S E N D O F F Gown “Estella,” Valencienne Bridal Design, VALENCIENNE.COM. Ring “Blake,” Stór by Margot Jewelry, STORBYMARGOT.COM. Shoes,

Giuseppe Zanotti, available at Browns Shoes, BROWNSSHOES.COM. Photographed by DAVID HOU PHOTOGRAPHY. See page 88 for

full list of credits.

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