It was our two year anniversary date on November 1, 2011...

Gina & Eric ~ 8/11/2012

Since Eric and I are in a long distance relationship, I was thrilled for Eric to come out to see me and go on our very special two year date. Eric had planned a fun date for two in Regina. We normally exchange gifts in the beginning, but Eric said that his gift would have to wait, thinking nothing of it, I said, "okay!" The day began. We went out for lunch at [...]

Bridal Fantasy Edmonton & Calgary 2012 has come and gone…

A extra special thanks from Gay Derk:

President/Editor of the Bridal Fantasy Group

Looking forward to Bridal Conference Edmonton on September 23, 2012 (Exhibitor space still available)

Thank you to everyone for an absolute amazing Bridal Fantasy Show(s). We had record attendance and number of exhibitors at [...]

Bridal Conference: Fall's Boutique - Educating & Inspiring Today's Bride Prize

Just imagine an amazing all-inclusive 7 day luxury Honeymoon to a Destination OF YOUR CHOICE.

The package will include round-trip airfare, transfers and 7 nights in an all-inclusive accommodation.

Visualize spending 7 nights in a resort of your choice with everything taken care of. That could be you and your fiancé when you enter to win at our upcoming Bridal Conference: Fall's Boutique Bridal Show taking place on Sunday September 25, 2011; tickets are now available for purchase.

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is an enchanting place where wedding dreams really do come true. Stunning vistas, pristine lakes and the magnificent Rocky Mountains make it the perfect destination for a magical wedding.

Their talented team including event coordinators and world-class chefs cater to all of your needs, whether it is a small, intimate gathering, or a grand and extravagant celebration. The outdoor venues, banquet facilities, golf course (the JPL was rated the #1 golf [...]

Enter to Win!

It all started last July when Reed Palmer, the owner and designer of Soleil Shoe Company , attended a wedding. He saw the bride and bridesmaid had kicked off their heels and were all dancing barefoot at the reception. Dancing barefoot in dresses that cost hundreds of dollars! He thought to himself "there has to be a more practical and fashionable solution." He designed a ballet flat that can roll or fold to fit into your clutch or purse for [...]

The Edmonton Examiner Reviews Glowing Performance: Despite its name, The Drowsy Chaperone should keep audiences wide awake and entertained. "It's actually a musical within a comedy," director Max Reimer says. "The (character) Man in Chair tells the story of a 20s musical (that) actually materializes before the eyes of the audience."  According to Reimer, The Drowsy Chaperone is about a showgirl that is getting married but she and the groom are both getting cold feet. In fear of losing the showgirl in the entertainment industry, gangsters [...]

Congratulations! You're getting married! Getting engaged is usually one of the most romantic, unforgettable events of your life. Excitement, tears, fears, congratulations, bridal jitters, and love abound but so does the reality of planning the big day. So how do you get everything looked after without getting overwhelmed? Bridal Fantasy's The Wedding Planner is here to help.

Two Great Ways To Plan Your Wedding Visit The Wedding Planner Online Or download "The Wedding Planner" now

The word is out, Alberta's own Jillian Harris, star of this seasons The Bachlorette, and Ed Swiderski are engaged! And according to the Calgary Herald, they are opting for a down-home Alberta wedding. Click on the link below to check out the article: "Alberta wedding a possibility for Bachlorette".          Jillian Harris and Ed Swiderski got engaged in Hawaii, on the set of The Bachelorette. (Photo: ABC)

Take the Time.... before you buy, try on as many different styles as possible...gowns look different on your body type versus hanging on a hanger...walk around and sit down...make sure it's comfortable...shop as soon as possible...gowns are ordered and are not always readily available right away, some made to measure can take six to twelve months. Trying on wedding dresses can be one of the most daunting experiences a bride faces. You allow yourself to be swept up in a whirlwind of love and romance in [...]

I've been a big fan of Gwyneth Paltrow's newsletter, GOOP. Recently Gwyneth featured some awesome tips from the famous makeup artist Patti Dubroff. There are some great tips for any bride in search of Makeover ideas and some great bath, detox and body scrubs...Enjoy! Click on the above GOOP logo to go directly to the newsletter.

What is one of the biggest problem between couples in any relationship? Money. In the current economy, it's very easy to see why people are more tense and spend more time arguing about money. Kelly Keehn is a financial expert, speaker, elder planning counselor and author, along with being a contributing author to Bridal Fantasy Magazine. Recently she did an interview on CTV on couples and money - a great interview that every couple should see. Check out her website at www.kellykeehn.com - the video is right on the home page! There's also tons of other great resources to [...]

Burned bride �“ looking for some more colour before your day and spent too much time the in the sun? Skin care experts all agree that tanning needs to be done in moderation and brides shouldn't tan three days before the wedding �“ giving the change for any redness to reduce. However, if your skin is looking more like a tomato than the brown you were looking for, counteract that [...]

Mexico - just thinking the name calls up images of beautiful beaches and incredible culture. Mexico offers something for everyone wanting to get married abroad. It is great for those wanting the fairytale beach wedding, or those wanting a wedding full of culture, or those just wanting to get away from it all. Mexico fits most every budget and is great for groups. Imagine water so clear, you can see to the bottom from almost anywhere. That is the backdrop to the white sand that your bare feet are standing in. [...]

So, you've been working hard on planning your wedding day. Reception location is booked, the colours and your scheme is chosen, flowers are ready and it's time for the invites. Cute and sassy? Traditional and elegant? Bright, bold colours or muted tones? Did you ever think about how great it would be to do your own invitations? A wonderful company is showing up everywhere and they're called Stampin' Up! With creative products and home shows available, you can all the great ideas, advice and support to create your own beautiful wedding [...]

A lot of today's brides try to do everything themselves - turning them from a sweet girl into a Bridezilla! If you don't want this label to be applied to you keep one thing in mind - DELEGATE. Don't try to do everything yourself. Otherwise you will feel stressed out and not be able to enjoy all the things that go along with planning your wedding day.

• The gift table: the place to receive gifts brought the ceremony and reception. Your helpers can also have a car parked close by and [...]

Sending out your invitations is the first contact you have with your wedding guests. They will reflect the style and theme of your wedding day. Invitations are generally sent out six to eight weeks before the wedding. You will need to have your venues booked and your guest list finalized.

Invitations should be ordered three months prior to your wedding day. They normally consist of the invitation, the envelope, [...]

Your wedding reception is the one of the biggest parties you will ever plan. Many brides do themes or colour schemes but ultimately it is up to you what kind of party you want. So get ready to let loose and have a blast! Some ideas includes stripes �“ keep your colours monochromatic if you choose this. A floral scheme gives you a lot of options. You can choose a signature bloom and build around it with highlights.

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So you've picked out (or the bride has) what you are wearing on the big day. What about all the other events that surround your wedding day? The rehearsal dinner, the bachelor party, the wedding rehearsal, the gift opening and your honeymoon. Many factors play into these events such as location, type of event, appropriateness and of course the personal considerations.