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1st In Entertainment - Live Music and DJ Services For Your Next Event


1st in Entertainment DJ and live music is a business that takes pride in exceptional service and innovation for ten years running.  Text message requests and mobile internet downloads are just a few of their bright ideas. They are the only company in Calgary offering music packages that include both live music (classical guitar, harp, rock bands, string quartets etc.) and DJ services.  1st in Entertainment also offers a wide range of decorative lighting including custom monograms, up-lighting and LCD projectors (used for special effects and slide-shows).

Brides Beware! Buying Your Dress Online Can Be Risky!

Buying your Wedding Gown can be a daunting task; there are so many different styles, fabrics, and different embellishments to choose from. Some Brides would prefer to shop online for everything, rather than go into a store.

Budgeting is key and many Brides can't afford to spend as much on their Wedding Gown as they would like. However, somewhere out there is the Dress of their dreams, within their price range. It may or may not be found online.

A few things to keep in mind if you are thinking of purchasing your dress [...]

JACEK Chocolate Couture - A Chocolate Lovers Paradise

On October 18, 2012 Bridal Fantasy had the privilege of attending the VIP Launch Party for JACEK Chocolate Coutures' Chocolate Studio & Boutique. The event was catered by the Edmonton Petroleum Club, who have been providing catering and event services to Edmonton businesses for over 60 years. And the wine parings were provided by Baseline Wine & Spirit Co, a locally owned and operated Sherwood Park business since 1988. Dasee Floral Boutique (formerly known as La Piazza Dasee) provided some fabulous floral arrangements that wowed the guests. The opening was well [...]

Incredible Engagement Story: Mark & Samantha

What seemed unfortunate, turned out to be planned...

Mark & Samantha~ 8/25/12/

My fiancé Mark and I met just after high school and fell in love shortly after, now our wedding date is set for our Ten Year Anniversary! Our Engagement Story is one that I will never forget; I was supposed to be heading out of town to visit my sister and my niece for the weekend, and so my fiancé (then boyfriend) was planning on going skiing for the weekend with my brother. I was super bummed out [...]

From the Experts: Divinity Productions

Why make your Reception look and sound the same as everyone else? We have the biggest selection of features for you to choose from, and the best DJs in the city.


You can choose from 4 packages designed for every budget and size of event. Go to www.EdmontonsTopDjs.com to check out videos of our setup or Call 80.994.4331 for more info.


We are proud to have worked with so many people over the past many years, check out what other [...]

Incredible Engagement Story: Shaun & Hazel

Not just your average stay in the mountains...

Shaun & Hazel  ~ 5/24/14

Well Shaun took me to Canmore and Banff and he had booked us a room at the most amazing hotel called Stoneridge  located in Canmore. We had been to Banff and Canmore before on our first weekend as a couple and gone up the Gondola and everything! However ,I wanted to take Shaun to see Bow Falls when it was frozen. So we had gone back. It was quite a task getting Shaun to go [...]

Incredible Engagement Stories - Sharon & Michael

 

Sharon & Michael ~ 09/20/2011

How She Saw It:

On the morning of September 20, 2011Mike and Sharon woke up at Mike's Oma's house. They had decided to play some cards, go to the pool, and do some shopping, etc. that day. When they got home from shopping with Oma, Mike asked Sharon if she had wanted to go for a walk, Sharon declined. Mike seemed sad. Dinner was almost ready at this time and Sharon didn't want to be rude and just take off. So, dinner was served and Mike barely ate [...]

Creating An Amazing Life with Dr. John Demartini

Creating An Amazing Life with Dr. John Demartini

Have you ever asked yourself, what are the three most important issues in your life that desire clarity? Relationships, money and career are an overpowering percentage of our lives. Who doesn't want to clear the way to manifesting more money and happiness? Whether in a relationship or single in the city, Dr. John Demartini will empower you with newfound wisdom and knowledge to reduce the stress that is tacked on to these unavoidable challenges in life.

After an informative evening in Edmonton on Wednesday, we learned [...]

Viva Las Vegas - Wedding Venues

Las Vegas. It's a city for adventure, love, and making memories. But it's not all wild parties and reckless nights. The city of lights has some amazing venues for weddings too. Here are a few of the favourites, in no particular order: Ceasar's Palace As the website says: "Why get married at a chapel when you can get married at a palace?" Ceasar's Palace offers a variety of packages to suit your needs, and promises to make your wedding dreams come true. You can look at their wedding brochure [...]

Girls Night In for a Good Cause

When was the last time you had a really good excuse to get together with the girls? Girls Night In makes it fun and easy to support an important cause, anytime you get together with the girls. It's a fundraiser that fits your lifestyle. Women all over the country are getting together and celebrating to help support research into breast, cervical, endometrial, ovarian and uterine cancers. The celebration is part of the Canadian Cancer Society's Girls Night In campaign. Joining the party is simple. Hostesses plan and register their party, collect donations from their guests, [...]

Jewelry Roll Shop - New Sweepstakes Prizes!

Bridal Fantasy Sweepstakes has some great new prizes from the Jewelry Roll Shop . There are three prizes of a Checkered Jewelry Roll: one orange, one blue and one pink for three lucky brides! These are eye-catching bold colors in lovely hues and shades forming a checkered pattern. This is a wonderful jewelry organizer for traveling, for gift-giving or for storing treasured keepsakes at home. Each has two small pockets inside, a large pocket, and a strap for rings. 3" [...]

Inspired Colour Styles

This season the biggest wedding trends come together with an unexpected stroke of colour.  For every bride you've truly found a means of self-expression. In contrast to the softer more subtle shades of last year, the forthcoming trends for 2009 will be far more exotic, brightly coloured and - believe it or not - almost luminous! Engaged couples are going for the big tropical colour schemes focusing on blue, yellow & orange shades. So, whether you are having a tantalizingly tropical event, an ocean blue occasion or an outstanding orange event, anyone who's [...]

Reflective Romance

Jen Tavaroli from Atmosphere Wedding Planning and Design calls this table "Reflective Romance". It is conceptualized around the romantic at heart. The white pin-tuck table linen is a wonderful base for the stunning gold dinner plates, and white satin chair covers give an airy feel. Splashes of red and black accents are added by the party favors and dinner menus to amplify the mood of the decor. The elegant centerpiece uses clear wine glasses, basic candles, and glamorous diamonds to create a sense of love and comfort. The romance [...]

Gorgeous Grooms

Purchasing Your Tuxedo So you are one of the lucky few that have decided to own your tuxedo, you must understand your decision puts you in a very prestigious group with the likes of James Bond, Frank Sinatra and almost every major motion picture actor to ever win an award. Now how do you feel? Where to begin? Fabric: This is going to be the primary distinguishing factor between a rental and retail garment. Most tuxedos are made of very fine wool's (often in Super 100's or better), this is because the tuxedo was meant to be worn on momentous occasions and [...]

A Rockin' Registry

Creating your registry is one part of your wedding planning that creates a lot of joy without a lot of stress. Really, huge bath towels, snuggly sheets and amazing cooking sets will never go out of style, but today's couples are more adventurous and going beyond the registry basics. More and more couples are already living together before the wedding, which makes creating your registry list a little more challenging. However, this is a great opportunity to create a blended style for the two of you that both of you can enjoy. Take advantage of department stores that offer more than [...]

Colour it up!

Choosing your wedding colours can seem overwhelming but it's easier than you think. Keep some simple factors in mind and it will be a breeze. Site, season and style are the major players. Lime green doesn't really work with maroon and use what's around you for inspiration. So many factors to consider but making the right choice is vital to the mood of your party, your photos and defines the two of you as a couple. Daring Red, Conservative Black, Retro Silver or

The little ones...

Keeping kids happy at a wedding isn't always easy, but here are some tips to help you out. Dress them at the last possible minute. The less amount of time they spend in their "nice clothes" the happier they'll be. Make sure they have access to games, videos, snacks and toys. The smaller the child, the larger the bib. Kids make a mess when they eat and if you want them to look nice [...]

The bridesmaids

Ah, the bridesmaids and the maid/matron of honour. Your closest friends and family standing with you as you marry the person of your dreams. Now that designers are creating dresses that your girls can wear after the wedding, girls don't have to worry about having a taffeta poufy dress with a huge bow on the butt haunt them every time they open their closet.

By looking [...]

Jewellery and Accessories

Wedding Rings

You want your jewellery and accessories to compliment your wedding gown, not compete with it. Keep this in mind when picking them out. Heirloom pieces are great for weddings and they can complete the "Something old, something new…" tradition of your wedding day! The general tone and style of your wedding day should be forefront when picking out your gown, jewellery and accessories. You don't want a princess [...]

Honeymoons

You've made it through the planning, the stresses, the ceremony and the fabulous party that followed. Now it's time for you and your new husband to head off on your honeymoon! But where will you go?

The Caribbean: the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana, Barbados and more �“ pristine white sand beaches, relaxed atmosphere, lush tropical gardens and majestic architecture. Unspoiled scenery will take your breath away [...]

Those extra little details...

Those extra little details and touches are what finish off your look and keep you calm. Cufflinks are a great way to show a touch of class or personality without being flashy. Whether they are an heirloom piece or a brand new pair they will help make your outfit become your own and make for a great keepsake after the wedding.

Wear it with confidence!

Formalwear �“ a lot of guys will cringe when they hear they have to get dressed up. Your wedding day sends out a clear signal on your sense of fashion. Keeping is simple is one of the best options. Formalwear has evolved over the years and guys are able to put a more personal stamp on what they wear to their wedding. Whether it is a classic James Bond shawl tuxedo or a crisp navy blue suit, guys have a lot more options [...]