So you're getting married (congrats!) and your wedding is just a few short weeks away. Well you know what that means? You need to plant the seed to your faithful bridesmaid and/or groomsmen on what you want to do for your Stag and/or Stagette!

What better way to spend your Stag or Stagette then at Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club. With Reservations of 10 people or more receive 2 FREE Appetizers and Yuk Yuk's/Century Casino Prize Packages!

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The Nisku Recreation Centre has been proudly serving the community for 37 years as a not-for-profit facility operated by the Nisku Parks & Recreation Society and owned by Leduc County. The Rec Centre is utilized by workers in the Nisku Industrial Park as well as residents from the surrounding areas.

Our Banquet Facility accommodates groups from as small as 8 or 10 all the way up to 275. It is a favourite venue for Weddings. Some [...]

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Congratulations to....

Chantelle DeGraaf & Tim Plant from Lone Butte, BC

The two of them won the 7 day Honeymoon to London, England Courtesy of UNIGlobe Geo Travel and Transat Holidays!

Here is their engagement story:

Our engagement day began at 10:30 am on October 29, 2011. When I got to his house, I saw that he had decorated the dining room for a beautiful, romantic brunch for two. The table was set for two with turquoise daisies as the center piece (My favorite flower [...]

With most weddings sticking to a budget can be difficult but with Bridal Fantasy's Bride Coupon you'll have a handy resource right at your fingertips.

From Photographers to DJ's we have you covered! Some of last year's popular choices were 15% off Bridesmaids Package of four or more dresses courtesy of Tifany's Bridal for those picky bridesmaids or $300 of any wedding package courtesy of Images of Distinction. Grande Rockies Resorts offered 15% off the ballroom or outdoor ceremony space [...]

Melissa and Kyle ~ 06/2012

Kyle and Melissa met while attending school in Kona, Hawaii. They attended school for three months and then went on a three month mission's trip to South Africa. There were many different countries to choose from for the mission's trip but they both ended up on the same team. They slowly got to know each other throughout the three months and at the very end of the trip on a beach watching the sunset Kyle asked me Melissa out.

Melissa lives in Canada [...]

Bridal Debut puts on their second Bridal Bash, tickets are still available.

Enjoy your special day all over again, and what better way to spend it but with other former brides and bridesmaids in their dresses and gowns.

Prizes, Silent Auctions and much much more!

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What exciting shoots!

Two solid days of looking at all the new bridal trends for 2012; capturing the romance and fashion to make these shoots timeless. Here’s a sneak peak of one of the upcoming Bridal Fantasy 2012 shoot. Watch out we are bringing you more fashion, more details, more colour. A big thanks to our models, fashion interns, stylists, hair and makeup directors, set designers and of course our fabulous photographers. There is so much incredible talent and beautiful and fashionable things to share with our brides.

Venues

• Thanks to Barry and [...]

Adding an Heirloom Twist...

Now that you’re engaged, don’t be surprised if your mom pulls out a dusty box from storage with her old wedding dress in it to reminisce.

When you’re styling your bridal gown, keep this saying in mind: “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed and Something Blue.” Finding something new, something borrowed and something blue is the easy part; but finding something old can be a little trickier.

Brides are putting a modern spin on [...]

Ticket Options:

Option 1) VIP: $149.95 - 1 Day Wedding Workshop "Plan Your Wedding in a Day" with Jane Dayus-Hinch (Includes 2 tickets to Bridal Conference: Fall's Boutique Bridal Show) *Limited Seating

Option 2) Regular: $20.00 - Bridal Conference: Fall's Boutique Bridal Show - September 25, 2011

It doesn't matter whether you're getting married in 6 weeks, [...]

With summer sadly coming to a close, fall wedding trends are making the change of season a little less bittersweet.  An astonishing 32% of weddings take place in the fall and we can understand why – the colours and cuisine are so warm and inviting.

The hottest Fall trends include: rustic and gold accents, dim lighting, and harvest-inspired wedding favours and cakes! We love the idea of using wheat grass as a centerpiece or bouquet!

She got something a little better than pajamas...

Nicole & Weir ~ 7/28/12

Nicole's fiancé proposed to her on Christmas Eve 2010. She had known from the very beginning that Weir was the one that she wanted to grow, learn and explore life with. While celebrating the holiday season with his family he had informed her that everyone opens a Christmas gift on Christmas Eve and that the presents are usually pajamas. Nicole had joined the entire family in the living room and go figure she had to open the first [...]

A family birthday party that none of them will ever forget...

Skip and Takara ~

Takara's Grandmother planned a big party for both her little sister and boyfriend Skip. Their birthdays are a day apart so it wasn't weird to be celebrating their birthdays with both of our families. The problem is no one was giving Takara any information about the party but they wanted her to invite people at the last minute. Well, that wasn't going so well; one thing she can't stand is last minute [...]

Interview Question Leads To Popping The Question | By: Erich Schaffhauser

Liliana and Daniel ~ 10/8/2011

From calls in the middle of the night to constant deadlines to people yelling at you on the street for covering something they don't want on the news, reporting has its downside. But it has its perks too. This week my reporting job threw me into a scenario so awesome, it trumped the downsides I've experienced a thousand times over.

I woke up to a bitter 29 degrees below zero Wednesday [...]

A perfect little afternoon stroll for an engagement . . .

Cydney & Kiel ~ 10/22/2011

On May 26, 2011, Kiel picked Cydney up from her office for lunch. Kiel asked Cydney where she would like to go for lunch . . . and seeing that she works downtown, there were many options to choose from. Thinking it was best to save money and stay close to work to enjoy more time with Kiel, she choose a small Chinese restaurant up the street from her office. After eating [...]

World renowned Wedding Planner and Slice TV's host of Wedding SOS, Jane Dayus-Hinch, stopped by Wedding Bells the other day, and soon she'll be making a stop at Bridal Conference: Fall's Boutique Bridal Show.

Because if you don't know already, Jane Dayus-Hinch is this year's celebrity guest speaker for Bridal Conference! With 25 year's of wedding planning experience under her belt, Jane must have dozens of tips and suggestions when it comes to wedding planning, relationships, and marraige. So make sure to get

With the lack of wedding photos that have been released of Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo's wedding this past Friday on Necker Island, I'm sure that we are all eager to get our hands on more photos and details.

Lucky for us . . . TLC will be airing "Nick and Vanessa's Dream Wedding" where we can watch as Vanessa walks down the aisle in her gorgeous two-piece Monique Lhuillier gown. People describes the new Wipeout co-host's dress as "featuring [...]

And they've done it again! Disney's Sleeping Beauty was the inspiration for this photo shoot, and the team that made it all possible involved: Milton Photography (photographer), Flor Eterna (flowers), Brandy's Custom Cakes (cake), A Chair to Remember (linens), Special Event Rentals (décor), Jacquelyn Schafer, WPPIC - owner/lead designer Hitched Wedding Designs (design & coordination), Brianna Miniaci, WPICC Co-Owner/ lead Planner of Cherish Planning Inc (Coordination), Lydia Yapp from Edmonton Make Up Artists (make-up), Jamie Williams from Dandy Hair Salon & [...]

The Calgary Stampede starts off with a bang as Will and Kate stop by in cowboy attire and white cowboy hats to help kick start the Stampede's festivities! And as we are all experiencing the excitement of the Stampede right now, Bridal Fantasy wanted to share with our readers this fun Stampede engagement shoot from Orange Girl Photographs! Featured in the photos are Katrina and Mitch who had their first date at the Calgary Stampede, so it is only fitting that they chose the Stampede to be the [...]

We all dream and hope of having a wedding day where everything goes accordingly as planned. And even with a few mishaps throughout the day, many couples still get to have their dream wedding along with a lifetime's worth of joyous memories. But what happens when a your big day turns for the worse and a tsunami hits or your groom faints during the nuptials?

Well . . . in a new show on WeTV (premiering on July 24, 2011) called 'I Do Over', you can watch [...]

After ABC's Good Morning America (GMA) viewers voted for Lorenzo & Peggy Abundiz for having the most amazing love story, Lorenzo and Peggy found themselves having their dream wedding and saying their 'I Do's' before millions of GMA television viewers at the crossroads of NY Times Square! In addition to be featured on Good Morning America, you can also see their inspiring story featured in US Weekly and People Magazine! So after Bridal Fantasy learnt about their love story, we heard from Lorenzo Abundiz himself telling us about [...]

Disney’s fairytales and their enchanting Princes and Princesses have inspired thousands and even perhaps millions of girls, women, and wedding planners from all over the world. What girl can really say that they’ve never dreamed of having their very own fairytale story or having a magical Disney wedding with their Prince? Well, one thing’s for sure . . . my VHS copy of Cinderella has definitely put in some good solid hours throughout my childhood.

But there’s no need for dreaming now! With the help of Disney’s Wedding Team, [...]

What an adventurous engagement and duo these two are . . . read about all their adventures at www.gate20.ca!

Katherine & Thomas ~ 07/20/2012

Prologue

Once upon a time, there were two young persons very much in love. So much so that they knew they would marry one another since the day they met. It was love at first sight for the young handsome pair and it wasn't long till they were living together. Although they frequently talked about spending the [...]

After the tragic wild fires in Slave Lake this last May, Shayne Carroll and Nicole Seatter lost their home, their wedding venue, and watched as their wedding plans literally burn up in flames.

However, after their interview with CTV News, hope was restored as nearby communities and wedding businesses were moved by the couple's touching story. So with the help of the amazing Cheri Tetreault (WPICC Wedding and Event planner), she made sure that the couple's dream to exchange their "I Do's" still came true. And in just over three [...]

Rachel & Jason ~ 04/10/2012

It was Christmas Eve, my parents, Jason's parents, his brother, and his brother's girlfriend had arrived for their Christmas visit. Unbeknownst to me, Jason sneakily found a way to inform all of these people of his plan. My parents were smiling an awful lot that evening, (which makes sense thinking about it now), but I never thought much of it that night... Jason and I had had numerous conversations about getting engaged (like most couples do), but I knew (or so I thought), that it [...]

An unexpected surprise!

Stephanie & Steve - 07/23/2011

Steve and I got engaged on May 20th 2010.

It was the Friday of May Long. I had an idea that an engagement was around the corner but to my surprise he was taking longer than I thought. We had recently been to Hawaii with friends of ours and I was certain it was going to happen then. It's was only after the 5th time I had searched his suitcase that it was clearly not happening.

What an amazing finish to the race . . .

Natalie & Stephen ~ 11/12/2011

We were in Vegas for a half marathon race, my second ever, and first time running alone (as my fiance, Steve, is a much better runner). I was suppose to be doing the run with a bunch of girls, who had various reasons for not being able to make the trip.

It was a great run down the strip. Prior to the run, Steve handed me a letter that he said I could [...]

An truly special and blessed engagement . . .

Christine & Derek ~ 09/23/2011

Derek and I have been together now for 2 and a half years we got engaged on August 27th and this is our story!!

Derek started planning for my surprise proposal last April with his father, going over all the details together to make the ring and that day perfect just for us. We were planning on going on a little getaway to New York City. I have been to New York before [...]

An amazingly thought out and touching engagement story . . . definitely a must WATCH!

Carla & Colin ~ 08/05/2012

Colin and Carla run a media company together in Whitby, Ontario. They met regarding video work over email via a mutual friend in 2008. Carla lived in British Columbia, and Colin in Ontario. Over the course of 7 months following that first email, their digital relationship developed into phone calls, video chats, LONGER emails and the two of them mailing home video DVD's back and forth so they could [...]

Aimee & Matthew ~ 08/05/2012

"It was May 1st, right before finals and I had a TON of work to do including handing in my thesis proposal. However, I really needed to unwind and do something fun so Matt decided to rent a boat (thought you needed a license...apparently not in the North Country hahaha) and go fishing on Lake Champlain. Of course I brought all my articles to read since I was so overwhelmed with getting it done, but obviously that didn't happen. Anyways, after about [...]

The Mayan Riviera is one of the most popular destinations when it comes to weddings away; and for good reason too! Located on the Yucatan Peninsula just south of Cancun and bordering the Caribbean Ocean, whether you are imagining your special day on one of their award winning beaches, in an amazing garden or on a roof top over looking the sea, the Mayan has it all! With direct or connecting flights from most major cities across Canada, the Mayan makes for one of the easiest destinations [...]

A perfectly delivered engagement . . .

Ashley & Maarten ~ April 20, 2012

Maarten and I met three years ago while we were both working for the same company. I'd always had a crush on Maarten. Maarten was higher ranking then me in the company and compared to everyone else he was always extremely friendly to everyone regardless of our rankings. Maarten at the time was dating someone else so all I could do was just look and talk about how cute he was.

I took [...]

With all of us on our toes anxiously waiting day after day for more information on the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, here is what they've let us know so far . . .

Where: London, England
When: April 29, 2011 - 11 am local time.
When in Canada: April 29, 2011 - 6am ET and 3am PT

THE SERVICE

The royal wedding service will be held at Westminster Abbey. The historic church in central London has been the wedding venue of choice for [...]

With the whole world watching the progress and counting down the days until the Royal Wedding this April 29, 2011, we're sure that all the photographers in London are stocking up on memory cards and are all anxious to be get amazing shots of the big day! We at Bridal Fantasy can't wait to see the photos of the big day. But make sure to follow Bridal Fantasy on Twitter as we will have a representative in London keeping us updated with all the details of the royal wedding day. And with the successful launch of our [...]

An intimate engagement for two . . .

Melissa & Lyndon ~ 08/20/2011

After a year of dating I went out to a movie with my Mom one night only to come home to a candle lit and rose petalled house! Because we have to do long distance as I am finishing my last year of University, our summer of full time togetherness was about to end :( I assumed the roses and candles were just a end of the summer evening Lyndon had planned for us.

As [...]

Seriously amazing, both the engagement story and their photos!

I had to piss off my fiance before I proposed to her.

I know, that's a horrible thing to do, but it's a little more complicated than that.

I knew I wanted to propose to Sarah about three months into our relationship. I knew I was in love with her far before that, and I even knew I was dating her before she did. So when the opportunity to travel to New [...]

Lauren & Joshua ~ 7/23/2011

"Well, my fiance, Josh is an avid fan of technology, especially cell phones. One evening he said to me, ""You know, I think tomorrow is going to be a very special day....""

Of course, since we had been ring shopping already, my first thought was 'proposal!' Josh quickly shut that down when he added, ""Oh! I know why I think that... the new Blackberry Torch is coming out!""

I still had some suspicion until we went to the mall the next day to [...]

Along with the wedding day, the bachelorette party and bridal shower are also one of the highlights of many brides' wedding experiences. So to make sure the party is a hit, all you need to know is that every girl always appreciates scrumptious appetizers, sexy drinks, and fun entertainment.

Here are a few delicious and sexy cocktails that we came across that would be perfect for any bridal party . . .

The Flirtini (Recommended: Bachelorette Party)
1 oz. X-Rated Fusion Liqueur
1 oz. SKYY [...]

A wildlife adventure with a romantic twist . . .

He told me that a huge buck ran through the yard. After I was finished putting all of my paint clothes on for the day - as we're renovating our cabin - we ran outside to check it out. He had the binoculars in hand, and exclaimed he could see the head in the forest across the road. He told me to look through the binoculars to the left of an old tree. As I peered through the binoculars I [...]

Laurie & Dan - 09/01/2011

My sweetie took me on the Amazing Race!

I woke up on Valentine's Day next to my boyfriend Dan who was already up and told me he was going to the gym which I thought to be very odd as he is not the early type. A few minutes after he left I got a text message from him saying "Happy Valentine's Day Baby, your present is at the front door. I love you xoxo".

There was an Amazing Race envelope left at [...]

Bedrock's Custom Seed Packaging service is perfect for to give as promotional or fundraising materials, as well as wedding and party favors.

Just like the love you and your partner share, give your family and friends the gift of life, love, and nurturing by giving them a customized seed package from Bedrock Environmental.

So consider going green for your special occasion. By doing so, you'll also be helping Bedrock to preserve Alberta's beautiful landscapes and natural habitats. Check them out at www.bedrockseedbank.com/

Like how a picture is worth a thousand words, so was Eric's proposal . . .

Christine & Eric ~ 8/20/2011

Eric made me a beautiful photo album/scrapbook for our first Christmas together, where he included "future" pages about upcoming events. It was very thoughtful and has been such a treasure.

On August 26th, 2010 at Burnstick Lake AB (my dad's family cabin), Eric and I went for a canoe ride to a private area of the lake, where we docked and sat on the bank. As we were relaxing, [...]

Couples are always thinking of new and interesting ways to ensure their guests also have an enjoyable time on their wedding day.

Well here’s a fun idea that we came across recently . . .

Rob Guthrie contacted us via facebook and let us know that he does characacher drawings for numerous occasions including weddings.

So after looking through his amazing gallery of different characacher versions of real life people, Bridal Fantasy thinks that guests would love to receive a characacher drawing of themselves . . . say for a [...]

An entertaining narration of a joyous engagement . . .

Kevin and Kaytlyn decided to have the Wismayer family Christmas Eve and Dinner at their place for the first time. After dating for 3 years, everyone in both of their families were just waiting for him to pop the question, and many of them thought this would be the day. Christmas morning came and Kaytlyn was nervous with anticipation. She emptied her stocking and opened her gifts, but alas no ring. Finally Kevin passed over his phone to [...]

This week, we are featuring Los Angeles based bridal and evening wear designer Monique Lhuillier. Making waves in the business of bridal wear, Lhuillier’s gowns are beautifully exquisite and unique as she masters the art of layering and texture. And the celebrities love her, Carrie Underwood, Ashlee Simpson, Alicia Silverstone, Jewel, Kate Walsh, and Britney Spears all wore Monique Lhuillier wedding dresses for their big day.

In a recent interview, with the cinderella project, the expert team at Monique Lhuiller recommended:

• “The most important [...]

The Pattis 2011 collection offers brides fresh styles, glamorous looks and fashion-forward gowns.

Pattis Bridal has been featured in many highly esteemed bridal magazines such as Brides, Modern Bride, The Knot, Inside Weddings, Modern Luxury Brides, and NOW our very own, Bridal Fantasy Magazine!

Here are a few images from the 10th Anniversary Edition of Bridal Fantasy Magazine (Spring/Summer 2011) that show-off a few of their amazing dresses...

Pattis is available in Calgary exclusively at Beautiful Bride. For more information, [...]

For any occasion that you want to remember, Bloom N’ Memories in Edmonton, Alberta will help you to preserve that memory tastefully and beautifully. For your numerous special occasions such as anniversaries, baby showers, proms, and weddings . . . encase those happy memories in an elegant keepsake box with precious items from your special day.

Many newlyweds have sought Bloom ‘N Memories help to preserve keepsakes from their wedding day such as invitations, the bride’s flower bouquet, and beautifully captured moments from the wedding day.

Take a look at a [...]

Delicious cheese, a truly beautiful setting, and a refreshing swim in glacier water . . . how scrumptious and exciting!

Myria & Greg ~ June 30, 2012

The morning of August 22, 2010 was brisk but the air was fresh and we were feeling ambitious!  We woke up early to begin our hike to the Schilt Alp to see cheese-making.  Much to our dismay, we missed the process but were still able to buy some delicious cheese.

Here we had to decide if we wanted to keep hiking up towards [...]

Bridal Fantasy is excited for the upcoming event with Deepak Chopra, M.D. at The Shaw Conference Centre on Monday, Feb. 21.

Recognized as one of the world's foremost leaders in the field of mind-body medicine, Deepak Chopra, M.D. is a best-selling author, teacher, and co-founder of the Chopra Center for Wellbeing. Nestled in the lush, coastal setting of Carlsbad, California, the Chopra Center offers a wide variety of retreats and workshops that fuse the healing arts of the East with the best in modern Western medicine.

Each year Deepak and the Chopra Center staff travel [...]

An exciting night in . . .

Michelle & Jason ~ August 25, 2012

After getting off work at 10pm, Jason was there to pick me up and take me home. It had been a really long day so when we got home I needed a comforting snack! And so....Jason got me some Oreos and milk (it's the inner child in me....I love them!) and we sat down on the couch and he let me pick whatever it was that I wanted to watch. I turned on Cougar Town and we [...]

Bridal Fantasy's Love in Paris Sweepstakes closes tonight!

Can you think of a better place for a romantic getaway for you and the love of your life? Uniglobe Geo Travel and Air Canada Vacations have partnered with Bridal Fantasy to bring you a chance to win a fabulous trip to Paris...let the love story begin!

The winners will spend four nights at The Concorde Lafayette, a true parisian landmark, just steps from the Champs-Elysées:

Plus - three nights at the Melia Royal Alma Boutique Hotel, [...]

Time only makes the heart grow fonder . . .

Jenna & Graeme ~ August 27, 2011

Graeme was the first boy to ever pick me up and take me on a date.  I was young, and absolutely terrified of dating at the time.  Although I was too nervous to commit to dating, we stayed friends and kept in touch throughout the years.  We both dated other people, travelled, and experienced life.

During a trip to Australia 2 years ago, we happened to be in the same city at the [...]

Every bride wants to look beautiful on her wedding day. With the right planning, your hair and skin can look amazing. By looking through magazines and checking out websites, you can get great ideas for your bridal hairstyle and make-up.

With so many bridal shops out there, it's difficult to know where to start, but shopping for a dress does not have to be strenuous! You just need to determine what is important to you, whether it be cost, selection, or exclusivity. Most bridal shops will specialize in different areas. Depending on the dress you have in mind, you can begin [...]

The perfect setting for a perfect engagement . . .

Terri-Lynn & David ~ August 20, 2011

On New Years day Terri and I, along with 4 friends, set out on a 16km back country snowshoe trip in Garibaldi Provincial Park for an over night adventure to a Cabin in a valley of Glaciers situated 1700m above sea level. Two hours into our trip one of our group members had an asthma attack and had to turn back. When that happened, the other three members of our group decided [...]

A relaxing getaway proposal that any girl would love!

NIki & Scott ~ March 30, 2011

Scott works out of town so he wasn't home now for about a month. So I kind of figured that during the Christmas holiday would be when he would propose. However, Christmas Eve went by and there was no proposal, Christmas went by and still no proposal, and then on Boxing day we went to Vancouver for a Canucks game and I was thinking the whole time oh maybe he'll propose on the [...]

Getting married at sunset in Rincon, Puerto Rico, in front of 40 of their closest family and friends, country superstar Shania Twain and husband Frédéric Thiébaud were simply in bliss.

As Shania was escorted down the aisle by her nine year old son Eja, she looked amazing in an elegant strapless wedding dress that she bought from a small boutique in Lausanne, Switzerland and she completed [...]

Oh my . . . Bridal Fantasy came across this enchanted photo shoot in Brides Magazine, and we just had to share.

Featuring model Valerya, Amber Gray beautifully captures the dream and fairy-like essence in this amazing bridal spread. The lighting, the props, the hair, and the wedding dresses!!! We couldn't do anything but look in awe . . .

What a great January to start off the 2011 year. After all the long hours that all the Bridal Fantasy staff and amazing Bridal Fantasy Edmonton Exhibitors put in for the show, the pay off was literally RECORD BREAKING!

With the highest attendance number ever, the most exhibitors ever, and the best fashion show we've had yet . . . Bridal Fantasy Edmonton 2011 blew away everyone's expectations.

Each year, the bar continues to be raised [...]

Gay Derk, Bridal Fantasy's President, left, with Liana Chaouli

WOW, Bridal Fantasy Calgary was just this past weeked and it was AMAZING! Thanks to our keynote speaker Liana Chaouli , Image Therapists International,for helping to make Bridal Fantasy Calgary such a success. Brides were having so much fun as Liana Chaouli herself was giving away free fashion and style tips to all the excited brides.

Liana and all of [...]

A beautifully orchestrated surprise engagement . . .

Christa & Ryan - 06/11/11

Ryan and I met in 1997 at College. I attended for 2 years and during that time I didn't really have the time of day for Ryan. He was Sarcastic and Cocky and I was pretencious and snooty. We went our seperate ways until 2004 when we met up at a mutual friends wedding. We ended up staying at the same place and spend the day of the wedding together as our other friends were working. [...]

It's finally here . . . Bridal Fantasy Calgary is THIS WEEKEND and we're extremely excited! For the brides to be, we hope you're as excited as we are. Not only will brides recieve a FREE 10th Anniversary Edition of Bridal Fantasy Magazine hot off the press . . . brides can also expect to receive a free Bridal Fantasy Wedding Planner, shop till they drop at the wedding gown sale, [...]

A warm and cozy quilt engagment proposal . . .

Kalisa & Bobby - June, 06, 2011

Bobby and I met in high school in P.E. class. One day after class we were out in the parking lot just talking and I just kissed him. It was that moment that we decided we should start dating, nothing serious, we just wanted to have a little more fun before high school was over.

Now here we are five years later and I can’t imagine spending anytime without him. In July of 2010 my [...]

A perfect winter proposal . . .

Erika & Greg - February 11, 2012

My boyfriend, Greg, is in his second year at the UofA MBA program and because of this has been travelling a lot and missing a lot of the events we usually do together. To make it up to me he surprised me with a trip to Canmore before Christmas.

Once we got there he mentioned that he planned a surprise on the last day of our visit. I got [...]

This year at Bridal Fantasy Calgary 2011, a lucky bride and her guest will get the amazing opportunity to shop for her dream wedding dress with International Image Therapist and fashion expert Liana Chaouli. Travel in style by limousine through West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, where you will go shopping at Sak's Fifth Avenue, Lezu Couture, Simin's Couture, Monique Lhuillier, and others to find the perfect wedding gown, shoes, veil, and accessories.

And drum roll please . . . there will be even more prizes [...]

Alberta Ferretti's 2011 Bridal Collection is both pleasinglyly simple and beautifully elegant. With many streamlined features and soft silhouettes, Ferretti's softly layered wedding dresses are perfect for any outdoors or destination wedding. Bridal Fantasy simply adores the above two dresses! To see the rest of the wedding dresses from Alberta Ferretti's 2011 Bridal Collection, click HERE.

Bridal Fantasy would like to ring in the New Year by thanking everybody that have helped make 2010 such a great year! Our anniversary edition of Bridal Fantasy Magazine is coming out soon and all our bridal shows have been a success. Thank you!

If you’re still unsure about how to ring in the New Year tonight, not to fret, there lots to do! Here’s a list of different events happening around Edmonton:

• Alcohol-free downtown party at Churchill Square, 7 p.m. to midnight (enjoy the fireworks).
• International New [...]

Bridal Fantasy is soon approaching after the New Year, and things are rolling at full steam. Along with the excitement at Bridal Fantasy headquarters, everything for the show is set . . . Bridal Fantasy 2011 is going to be jam-packed with the latest wedding fashion, entertainment, wedding industry experts, and world-renowned guest speakers! So make sure to get your tickets for Bridal Fantasy Edmonton and/or Calgary right away. Tickets are still available online and at any Derks Menswear and Formals store.

Bridal Fantasy Edmonton is thrilled to have guest [...]

Antipasti and prosecco . . . what a simple yet scrumptious idea!

Tonia from Itty Bitty Impact recently blogged about her wedding and the unique antipasti pot-luck that she had at her wedding. After seeing all of the gorgeous photos from her wedding, Bridal Fantasy couldn't help but share with everyone else all of her great wedding ideas!

After looking at all her beautiful wedding photos, her antipasti dishes seemed to fit perfectly with theme of the wedding. Every photo beautifully glowed of Tonia and Mike's appreciation for nature, simplicity, antiques, traditions, family, food, [...]

Wedding proposals seem to be getting more creative year after year. And they just melt our hearts every time we read them. Recently, while browsing through Bridal Tweet, the Engaged Wedding Community, Bridal Fantasy came across this amazingly creative engagement story . . . and trust us, it's a must see proposal!

So the storyline goes . . . On December 12, 2010, a girl named Sara was sitting in a movie theater in New Hampshire watching the pre-movie trailers. After watching two trailers, a touching video about a Muppet's marriage proposal came on the screen. Just like Muppet Sid, [...]

Nicole Richie looked stunning and princess-like in her Marchesa wedding gown. The dress featured lace sleeves and a 100 yards of tulle! With a detachable skirt, Nicole was in bliss on the dance floor with hubby Joel Madden. To add the perfect finishing touch, Nicole and Joel's names were embroidered into the gown's lace sleeves.

People.com quoted Richie saying "It was magical" and Joel added that "It was the [...]

Another beautiful engagement story . . .

Kelly & Jeffrey - June 4, 2011

The proposal was on July 5th 2010. He planned a day for us on Catalina Island, and he said that he had a big surprise for me. The surprise was a helicopter ride over to the island!!! I was soooo excited. I truly wasn't expecting ANYTHING else.

When we got there it was really chilly and there was a pretty thick over cast. Despite the weather, we still did [...]

Special Guest: Beverly Hills’ Liana Chaouli, international image therapist. Liana has spent two decades advising CEOs, celebrities and political figures on personal style and image.

You’re not alone feeling overwhelmed choosing your bridal gown. From Hollywood to Dubai, for the most private exclusive weddings and royal affairs, Liana Chaouli is the go-to Stylist for world leaders.

There’s a perfect wedding dress out there for every woman, a beautiful gown that complements her every feature and reflects her unique personality and inner essence. [...]

What a romantic and well planned proposal . . .

Nikki & Adam December 01, 2012

Adam and I met in our first year of school through friends and have been dating for 6 years. During our relationship we have gone to school together, worked together and traveled together. We had gone to jewellry stores so Adam could get an idea of what my style was. We both work for not-for-profit organizations involving animals so I wanted something that I could wear to work [...]

TAIT Photography, helping women to discover their beauty and embrace their sexier side. With their professional boudoir photographers, women can be rest assured that they will feel as comfortable as they are in their own homes. A boudoir album is the perfect - for his eyes only - wedding gift. The experience is simply empowering and will help to boost every bride's self-confidence before they walk down the aisle.

Alarte Silks Bridal Collection shawls are a great addition to any girl's closet! Simply view their tutorial section to find out tips on how you to wear your Alarte Bridal shawl, and voila, your once ordinary dress is now an extraordinary outfit perfect for that special occasion. These shawls would definitely add that some flare to your wedding gown. And just like each bride, each shawl is also one-of-a-kind. Each shawl is painted, pleated, and felted one at a time. [...]

Ferne & Dave September 17, 2011

Rachel & Nicolas May 26, 2012

When planning a wedding, the focus is generally on enlisting the best photographer available to provide you with some great parting shots of the event, but some people choose to go beyond a static image and hire professional videographers to replay their memories frame by frame. Joel Serrato specializes in using cinematography to turn weddings into beautiful films that document the day's events.

Joel Serrato's films capture the human element of the wedding, film IV on his website inspires a sense of nostalgia absent [...]

Serving the greater Edmonton area, A Chair to Remember will take care of you from start to finish...from delivery, pick up, installation, and tear down, all these services are available to make sure that everything will look [...]

With the rise of the modern day wedding, weddings have become unique occasions, rich with colours and character; gone are the cookie cutter weddings of the past. Couples prefer to celebrate the state of matrimony today with creativity and style. Just check out this post we found at La Belle Bride! From kazoos to little cactus give-aways this couple managed to host an adorable wedding that is both fun and memorable at the Utah Zion national park.

Here is a proposal that truly swept the bride off her feet:

The Bridal Fantasy Group is all about giving away as much as we can. There are always new contests and giveaways in the works. Our newest contest is a sweepstakes brides can enter to win a gorgeous gown by Jacquelin Bridal, or a pair of pearl, 18k gold earrings.

Full Details:

Grand Prize Jacquelin Wedding Gown Courtesy of the Bridal Boutique. The winner can select any Jacquelin Wedding gown up to $1000.00 www.thebridal-boutique.com

2nd Prize 30 [...]

Amie & Leagh September 15, 2012

Marina & Marc July 16, 2011

Today was all about high fashion poses, no-limits imagination, and couture dresses. The fabulous costume from "Love Lies Bleeding," the Elton John ballet performance by Alberta Ballet, helped to push the crew's inspiration to the next level. Kelley McKinlay was the star of today's [...]

Stephanie & Constantine September 4, 2010

Julie & Chris September 5, 2010

Edmonton women rejoice! Canada's first Victoria Secret opened at West Edmonton Mall today, and Bridal Fantasy was there to get the inside scoop. The store is famous for setting the international standard for boudoir fashion.

Bridal Fantasy checked out the new bridal section. It's very impressive. If you weren't at the grand opening, then you should get to West [...]

"Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, and a Silver Sixpence in Her Shoe."

For the stressed and budget conscious bride, wind down every month with a DIY (Do It Yourself) home facial, your skin will thank you for it!

1. Always start a facial with clean skin. Start by washing your face with your usual cleanser. Apply in circular motions from your neck moving upwards and then wash off.

2. Next, fill a bowl with hot water (not boiling) and add lavender or eucalyptus oil to the water to induce greater relaxation. [...]

There are a few beauty matters that all brides-to-be and her wedding party must attend to when preparing for the big day. Not only is choosing the right dress imperative, so is preparing your skin to look its luminous best for the wedding photos. So get that flawless skin to match your perfect wedding dress, just follow a few of these steps to ensure glowing skin for the big day.

Be gentle to your skin, especially the few months before the [...]

Most brides-to-be today balance very busy lives. They do it all: work a full time job, maintain a healthy relationship, maintain an active lifestyle, and still find time to plan their own wedding. If you are one of those brides, don't stress too much, there are hundreds of resources and tools available online that will help you with the daunting task. Not only are these online software tools FREE, they often cover some of the most intricate details you may not have even thought of.

Online wedding planning tools can be life savers. There are dozens of resources available [...]

At Derks, we carry a large variety of unique linen island wedding apparel for destination and beach weddings, events, and tropical vacations. We specialize in men's linen beach attire such as linen suits, pants, and shirts.

The most important thing with linen is that the fabric is natural and it has a natural look. When purchasing linen clothing, one must know that there will be wrinkles, but that's one of the delicate and unique features of linen. If you notice any heavy wrinkles, don't worry, most hotels [...]

If your groom decides to purchase rather than rent, then the sky is the limit when it comes to buying a tuxedo or suit. From wild cuts and fabrics to the classic black one button, anything is possible.

There are many variables to consider when choosing a suit: time of day, location of event, themes, etc. Discuss what you both want (and what you don't want). Your personal tastes will come into play when choosing the attire for the big day.

Suits in particular [...]

We've heard the same story time and time again, you've been with your significant other for years and now you're scared that he will never ask that four-word question you've been dying to hear for so long. If you've been dating for a while and you two are clearly right for each other, you need to figure out what is holding him back and help him to see that you are The One.

Fear of commitment can definitely hold [...]

Thank you cards give you a wonderful opportunity to share your favourite wedding or couple photos. Say thank you with a personalized image of the two of you at your wedding, or in a more casual setting. A card with your picture can be a beautiful keepsake for family, and an inexpensive wedding favour for friends and acquaintances.

When it comes to giving cash gifts, there are many creative options to be explored. From fun and glamorous card holders to unique paper foldings, there are plenty of ways to have fun with the presentation of your cash or gift card.

If you want your cash gift to stand out from the crowd and show the recipient(s) that you've put more thought and consideration into their gift than simply stopping by the bank on your way to the party, we have some suggestions for you.

If you're looking for a wedding dress, don't forget to stop by Bridal Debut. They've been helping brides find their perfect gown for 14 years. They have a great selection of gowns in a wide range of sizes. Plus, they're not just in Sherwood Park anymore - Bridal Debut's has opened a second store in South Edmonton.

The South Edmonton location provides the same friendly, no pressure service that Bridal Debut is known for in a smaller, boutique like atmosphere.

The [...]

The Edmonton Journal has just published an interesting beauty article on a new hair trend called the "Brazilian Blowout" (read the Edmonton Journal article here)

The blowout is a temporary, keratin based, hair straightening technique that gives you a sleek, frizz-free look without harsh chemicals.

Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Nicole Richie have been seen sporting Brazilian Blowouts and recently, Richie blogged about its amazing results: "You HAVE to get a [...]

Starting out as college roommates, Jessica Bohrer and Rebecca Richards are now "lawyers by day and jewelry designers by night." Recently, they've launched a modern line of jewelry that aims to also embrace the past. The inspiration for their jewelry line dalla nonna, originated from the vintage pieces that were handed down to them from their mothers and grandmothers. Their jewelry line dalla nonna, derives its name from the Italian phrase "from the grandmother." As they both fell in love with the idea of "taking something [...]

Start-up company CCKmode has designed a purse organizer that will relieve the hassle and stress of constantly switching between bags and purses…YAY!

The Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring that has been given as a token of love or worn as a wedding ring for centuries. Each portion of the ring implies something different and special: love (the heart), friendship (the clasped hands), and loyalty (the crown).

The Claddagh ring has become an important piece of the Irish tradition because of its history and the immense [...]

So what's the next new and upcoming culture craze and fashion trend? Well, it originates from the saying: Scherben bringen Giack, meaning "shards bring good luck." This trend has led to the popularization and transformation of a German custom called Polterbend, creating elegant must-have pieces that any girl can cherish and appreciate (as proven by etsy.com).

Polterbend (derived from the German verb poltern [which means to make a racket] + noun abend [evening]) is a popular German wedding custom in which on the night before [...]

Choosing a veil can seem like a very daunting task if you don't know what you're looking for. One-tiered or two? How long? Beaded, ribboned, or unembellished? The wearing of the bridal veil dates back to the days of Ancient Rome, and though its style and cultural meaning has changed over time, it continues to [...]

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