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Posted April 30, 2013
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Edmonton's very own Flashworks
Photobooth will liven up any event and you can't go wrong with our
custom built booths designed to be as unique as your event!
We were back at Bridal Fantasy for the 4th year in
a row and this year we had something extra special for the
show-goers. In addition to our 20' x 10' display near the entrance
of Hall C, show-goers registering for the [...]
Posted April 25, 2013
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Celebrating our 10th Birthday in September and
proud to be the Salon featured on the Bridal Fantasy Stage this
past January. Modern Urban Designers is a unique salon and spa
located in the heart of 124th Street. At MUD we offer full salon
and esthetics services taking care of your every need.
We
also offer educational sessions, product exchange programs, free
consultations and our newest adventure, MUD Mobile. Our MUD Mobile
services can be catered specifically for you on [...]
Posted April 12, 2013
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Friends of Bridal Fantasy - Special Spring
Sale!

Book a 5-hour photo booth rental before May
31st, 2013 and receive $75 off!

Why book our
booth?
- Hours and hours of fun and entertainment for
you and your guests
- Beautiful, elegant, sleek design, completely
custom-built
Posted May 16, 2013
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Your wedding day is as unique as
you are! Every detail you’ve planned reflects your
individuality. Allow us to offer that final musical touch to
bring it all together.
With a live musical backdrop for
your ceremony, dinner or cocktail reception, Bella Vita
Music will create the perfect ambiance to ensure your day is
beautiful and complete.
[...]
Posted April 4, 2013
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We have all heard a fair share of
information about DJ’s; but when it comes to actually hiring one
ourselves, we suddenly draw a blank and realize this is all foreign
knowledge. This is why you want to find someone that knows exactly
what they’re talking about and exactly what it is that you want.
There are, of course, many factors that come into play when
choosing a DJ for your big day, but in this article we are simply
going to share a few of the tips you truly need to know.
The first
[...]
Posted April 9, 2013
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There were a few
raised eyebrows and even more concerns when Teresa Spinelli, took
over her father's business in 2000. But having an Italian woman at
the helm has been only great news for this much beloved family of
Edmonton businesses that make up the Italian Centre Shop Ltd.

Teresa has grown
the business from a specialty importer of European grocery products
and delicatessen, headquartered in Little Italy, to a cultural
experience, the favourite stomping ground of foodies, Europhiles
and Edmontonians alike. The second store opened on the [...]
Posted March 25, 2013
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It comes as no
surprise that chair covers can pull the décor of your wedding
together, but why not make them a part of the focus?! Bring
that punch of elegance to your reception and/or ceremony with some
gorgeous, custom made ruffle chair sashes! Modeled after the covers
used at Oscar Parties and other high-end events - this trend is
fantastic for anything that desires that unforgettable feeling that
guests hold onto. A Chair to Remember in
Edmonton hand makes each ruffle cover to your liking. They come in
any color and are made from Japanese [...]
Posted March 18, 2013
by Columbine Goblinfilter
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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).
Posted March 4, 2013
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Want the Best
Custom Tailored Honeymoon?

5 Steps for
Creating a Bespoke Honeymoon
So much time, energy and money is spent on the actual wedding day
that often honeymoon plans get put on the back burner. Take
note: your honeymoon is the first adventure you and your love are
going to be taking together as man and wife. It's a building block
to your relationship's foundation of loving memories and a way to
reward yourselves after making the wedding day fabulous for your
[...]
Posted February 28, 2013
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Leah-Tarts is a family operated
Bakery that has been in business since November 2011. Anne (Mother)
does the baking, while her Son Jake and Daughter Alana handle Sales
and Marketing.
Their product, the Leah-Tart, is a
delicious moist cake inside of a tart shell topped with decadent
whipped cream. They offer twelve varieties of Leah-Tarts as well as
a monthly special.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart
Cinnamon Coffee Cake Tart
If you're looking for a trendy new
item to have at your [...]
Posted February 12, 2013
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Cory Christopher, Co-owner of
Dasee Floral
Boutique shot an inspiration shoot for Spring weddings with
Shandro
Photo recently and we wanted to share some of the fabulous
photos they sent us. Here are a few words from Cory about his
inspiration:
"Spring is simply summed up by FRESH
ELEGANCE. A collection of green, modern and structured elements
carefully fashioned together to sing of the beauty of spring. A
delicate balance of playful energy and refinement Spring celebrates
a fresh beginning. For any couple it is an imagining of the
possible and a [...]
Posted February 4, 2013
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2013 was a fabulous year for Bridal Fantasy! We would like to
thank all of our wonderful exhibitors for their amazing booths and
of course all the brides for coming out to plan their fantasy
weddings!
Our judges had an extremely challenging choice to make for the
booth prizes, there were so many incredible display to choose from.
The following exhibitors were awarded prizes:

- Elegant Earth Details & Decor presented a
wonderfully chic event set-up complete with a candy buffet to tempt
brides and our judges alike. They won Best New [...]
Posted January 22, 2013
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Bridal Fantasy Calgary was a
fantastic event once again. The exhibitors had put together many
fabulous booths and the competition was tight! The following
exhibitors were awarded prizes:

- David Latos
Photography wowed our judges with this beautiful metal worked
sign to win Most Outstanding Signage and Overall
Presentation.

- Special Event Rentals showcased an intimate lounge for
the brides and their washroom trailers to win Most Creative
Booth.

Posted February 1, 2013
by Thorn Yewtree
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Why go
to different spas, lash lounges and spray tanning facilities when
you can do it all under one roof? Bliss YogaSpa
is an
exclusive 8,000 sq ft full service spa with 2 Hot Yoga
Studios.
Bring your Bridal Party for:
- Manicures/Pedicures
- Relaxing or Clinical Facials
- Spray [...]
Posted January 17, 2013
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RescueFlats.com is officially launching
their product at the 2013 Bridal Fantasy in Edmonton!

Be the first
wedding to provide this thoughtful gift to your high heeled
guests.
We asked fellow
Edmontonian Sarah Befus, President of rescueflats.com: What
is the story behind RescueFlats.com? This is what she had to
say....
Like many women, I love my high heel shoes! But I hate all the
baggage that comes with wearing them. At every wedding, right
around 10 o'clock, my feet start to sting and I have [...]
Posted February 25, 2013
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Sirens, lights, a ring - oh my!

Michelle & Joel ~ July 25,
2014
There once was a boy who fought
fires
And a girl who couldn't resist her desires
To marry her dream boy
After nine years of playing coy
She thought he was spinning her tires
All day they spent at the mall
The Christmas rush almost started a brawl
He hugged her extra tight that day
Careful not to give it away
It ended abruptly when he got a fire call
She waited for what seemed [...]
Posted February 14, 2013
by Hazel Goblindancer
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The trip of a lifetime....
My name is Hailey Mills, this truly
is a story of romance. Me being a single lady, with 3 kids at home,
had an opportunity to travel by myself to a far away distant land
called Tunisia. I went for 5 weeks.
In my second week, I went to a city
called Sousse. The first day in the hotel, this handsome man came
over to give me my "Welcome Cocktail", he was the bartender of the
hotel. As I turned around I was caught off guard by his wonderful
smile and [...]
Posted December 21, 2012
by Thorn Yewtree
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This Holiday Season ... you're the
newlyweds and newly elected by your new family to do the next
holiday dinner. You can still sail into preparing a family feast
with ease if you organize your menu and ingredients beforehand.
With both members of your family
working, you need to keep this meal as effortless as possible but
still come up with a traditional family fare in a polished and
simple manner. Not as hard as it looks! With a little effort and
organization, you'll pull this off and impress both [...]
Posted January 3, 2013
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Uptown Girl Beer
has created their beverages with the modern woman in mind. They
wanted a sleek look to their products, innovative flavours and a
calorie count that everyone can agree on. As the youngest brewery
Owners in the world, Manjit & Ravinder Minhas have many ideas
that will be challenging the Beer Market here in Alberta and all
over Canada.
One of the things
you may notice about their beer is that the bottles are smaller. At
only 207 ML each, it is the perfect size to enjoy like a lady, and
you won't [...]
Posted December 15, 2012
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Blue Sky Limos is dedicated to
providing you with Professional Limousine Services and Rentals in
Alberta with upscale bus service to your destination in luxurious
comfort.
Whether you are interested in a
limo bus for your Wedding, Stagette, Bachelor Party, or a "Night on
the Town" - Blue Sky Limos can provide a custom limousine package
from $100 - $400 per hour with evening Stagette and Bachelor Party
Packages starting at $40 per person.
Blue Sky
has several different types of limos in their fleet,
including 5 different buses, stretch SUVs and Hummers, limo vans,
[...]
Posted December 6, 2012
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The Wedding Reel
is a Calgary based wedding film company that offers brides a blend
of cinematic story-telling and documentary film making. No cookie
cutter videos here! Each film is carefully thought out and produced
in accordance with the clients' vision; the result is a true
reflection of the bride and groom and a picture perfect record of
their wedding day.

A well-produced
video can be a wonderful memento of your nuptials. Imagine how
amazing it would be if you could now see a video of your [...]
Posted November 29, 2012
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Melissa Anne,
Owner and Founder of Eternabloom, began by creating arrangements
for friends and family as a hobby. Her undeniable gift combined
with a fierce entrepreneurial spirit led Melissa and her amazing
team to open Eternabloom in 2002. Eternabloom was quickly
established as a top florist in the Calgary area focusing on
premiere events and weddings. Eternabloom's Designers are skilled
at creating a signature look that uses nature's gorgeous resources
to the fullest effect.

Here is a testimonial pulled from their
website:
"Once again Thank
You....but no amount [...]
Posted November 20, 2012
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A Romantic Boat Ride In Central
Park...

Denise & Darren ~ September
7, 2013
Where to begin......Darren really
wanted to take me to New York , just for a weekend getaway. So he
planned, booked our flights and made all of the arrangements. We
flew to New York on Friday June 29th 2012, arrived at our hotel and
checked in, then hit the town. On Saturday, we planned to walk the
streets and check out Central Park. Arriving in Central Park, we
walked around chatting and pointing and taking [...]
Posted November 14, 2012
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Edmonton has a
lot of different Nightclubs, with so many choices it can be hard to
decide which one you want to go to on the weekends!
There are three
clubs that stand out to us because of their casual,
just-for-Albertains attitudes and commitment to serving up a damn
good time. For all the cowboys and girls out there, The Ranch
Roadhouse and Whiskey Rock have the right kind of party for you,
and for everyone else, Union Hall Nightclub is the place to party,
no matter what style of clothing you wear.
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Posted November 16, 2012
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Renée with our models for the Cover Shoot
Styled by: Renée Strauss, Beverly Hills
Renée Strauss
is a leader in the Bridal Fashion Industry; since the opening of
her Beverly Hills Bridal Salon in 1982, she has constantly gone
above and beyond for her Brides and Followers. Renée has styled for
movies (My Best Friend's Wedding, Coyote
Ugly), magazines, celebrity weddings (Paula Abdul,
Diane
Keaton) and many more! Her expertise is highly sought after and
she is now filming the second [...]
Posted November 12, 2012
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When Carlos
Ramirez was growing up, he watched his mother support his family
through her seamstress business. His love for design and
construction grew, but when he was finished College he was awarded
a full scholarship to the University of Miami Law School. If he had
not made the difficult decision of dropping out to follow his
dream, our world would be a little less beautiful. In 1981 he
started his own design company Liancarlo, with his first Bridal
Collection launching in 2001. His Company has skyrocketed to the
forefront of the Bridal World; since then his [...]
Posted November 8, 2012
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Sareh Nouri is
rather new to the world of Bridal Gowns, her first Collection was
launched for Spring 2012 and her Designs have been turning heads
ever since. Nouri started designing after her own wedding in 2009,
a career which was not a far cry from her former vocation as a
Graphic Designer and Persian Calligraphy Expert. Her Dresses are
made for the modern Bride and they feature amazing fabrics and
innovative techniques; they have been featured on Slice TV's and
TLC's Brides of Beverly Hills and continue to be in high
demand.
After searching
[...]
Posted October 31, 2012
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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When Stacey Foley, owner of
JoyFoley
Weddings, first started out over a year ago she always felt
drawn to the sweets of her wonderful couples. She would find
herself secretly designing their candy buffets and creating sweet
designs. With a love for red velvet everything, baking and design
it only seemed fitting that JoyFoley Sweets was created.
Stacey has had the pleasure of
creating sweets tables for Photo Shoots, Weddings, Baby Showers and
Corporate Events. Most recently her [...]
Posted October 29, 2012
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Morganne and Charles Met In Nursing
School...

Morganne & Charles ~
September 13, 2013
Early on it was obvious how well
Charles and I blended together as a couple. Meeting in nursing
school, we already knew we shared a passion for helping others.
Finding out our common interests didn't end there was thrilling -
we both shared a love for the 1950's, site seeing, and sushi! I
never knew a relationship could be so spontaneous and so fun! Never
letting a day off be mediocre, Charles drove me all [...]
Posted October 26, 2012
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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 [...]
Posted October 25, 2012
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After a long week of waiting,
Jessica Biel's Wedding Dress has finally been revealed! The photos
from the Timberlake/Biel wedding were reportedly sold to People
Magazine for over $300,000! We were excited to see that Biel
chose to marry in a beautiful rose tinted Giambattista Valli Gown.
In the cover, Timberlake is shown jumping for joy in a custom made
Tom Ford Suit; they both looked fabulous!
Photos Courtesy of Refinery29.com
There have been
quite a few celebrities that [...]
Posted October 23, 2012
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Attention Brides: There are plenty of factors to consider when
find the right Bridal Shoes for you, espcially when all eyes will
be on you as you walk down the aisle. With so many different
options out there, from flats to platform heels, and even UGG
Boots; how can you decide? The choice can be daunting! Here are a
few helpful hints and style suggestions:
First of all,
your shoe wearing ability is a big thing to consider; if you don't
normally wear heels, you may not want to try walking down the aisle
in them. (The last [...]
Posted October 19, 2012
by Columbine Goblinfilter
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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 [...]
Posted October 18, 2012
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New York Bridal Fashion Week at the
London Hotel from October 12 - 15 was a fabulous event featuring
many talented and inspired designers. There were several trends
shown throughout the collections, from chic column looks to
gorgeous long sleeves. Many of the dresses from Spring 2013 are
sure to captivate and inspire many Brides.
Three of our
favorite collections from NYC Bridal Fashion Week were Sareh Nouri,
Liancarlo
Couture, and the always fabulous Monique
Lhuillier.
Here are
some of our favourites from each collection:
Sareh [...]
Posted October 17, 2012
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We're so excited for this year's
Wedding Industry Mixer! The event is open to Wedding Industry
Professionals from Calgary and the Surrounding Areas and their
Co-workers, Employees, Business Associates, Family and Friends.
This years' event will take place on Tuesday, November 6th 2012, at
The Bay Market Mall.
We are ecstatic
to have Magical Moments Wedding Planning helping us plan this
one-of-a kind affair. Lead Planner and Designer, Lesley Plumley has
over 15 years of experience planning weddings and other events, and
has built an outstanding reputation for herself with her calm
attitude, eye for detail [...]
Posted October 12, 2012
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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They provide vintage style photo
booths that combine the best of traditional design and modern
technology. A true, hard-shelled, luxury photo booth equipped
with state-of-the-art equipment that is designed to make you and
your guests look amazing! Their photo booths will create lasting
memories of your event now and for years to come!

What do you get when you rent a
Social Photo Booth?
Posted October 2, 2012
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Loving & living in Calgary,
Alberta, Trena Olfert of trena laine, Makeup Artist, has several years
in the industry educating women about how to bring out their BEST
from skin care to makeup. She specializes in professional makeup
application for fashion runways, fashion editorials, commercial,
bridal, grad and private consults. Check out these these tips for
brides - Enjoy!

Hydration, hydration,
hydration!
Moisturize your skin because there
is nothing worse then putting makeup on dry flaky skin - even if
[...]
Posted September 27, 2012
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A Weekend Getaway
That They Won't Forget...

Soleil &
Trevor ~ August 17, 2012
My now-fiancé/then boyfriend wanted to go for a weekend trip to
the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton (Nova Scotia, Canada) which was
rated the 2nd most beautiful island in North America. We drove all
the way there without him giving any huge hints (I should have
known something was up from how big his suitcase was though! He's
never pack so much!) When we arrived we were getting settled into
the cottage we rented [...]
Posted September 26, 2012
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Fusion Bollywood
is a full service event decor company. Passionate, creative and
forward thinking, industry. We consistently delivery outstanding
customer service and conduct business with the highest level of
professionalism. Paying exceptional attention to detail and
quality, we pride ourselves on creating innovative and exciting
event themes and decor. Fusion Bollywood will help you choose the
necessary elements to transform your venue from ordinary to
exceptional. Drawing from a broad selection of quality vendors as
well as our own growing inventory, we will create and deliver a
unique look, signature to your event.
Posted September 21, 2012
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The Loft Hair is a hair extension
salon, based in Edmonton, Alberta. Our goal is to offer a unique
service experience in the art of hair extensions. Having worn hair
extensions for over ten years, I believe in offering personally
tested extension techniques. When applied correctly, hair
extensions will not damage the wearers' hair thereby making them
safe and versatile.
Whether you're looking to add
volume or length, I personally guarantee that you will leave The
Loft Hair truly pleased in your choice of our services.
WIGS: If [...]
Posted September 18, 2012
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That's right!
This Sunday September 23, you can have all of your wedding woes,
wonders, and wildest wishes answered at the Edmonton Expo
Centre from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm! Enjoy a full day of
looking at everything from photographers, to flower arrangements,
venues to transportation, and even décor and unique ideas! If
that's not enough, you'll get a chance to win some great prizes,
including a new Lexus CT 200h courtesy of Lexus of
Edmonton and Derks Formals & Menswear.

Not [...]
Posted September 11, 2012
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And the entertainment world just keeps on
surprising us...
This past
weekend, Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina was host to the secret
wedding of two of today's most hottest, and stylish, celebrities -
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.

Image via Us Weekly
The two first met
on the set of the Green Lantern in 2011, where Lively, 25, played
the love interest to Reynolds superhero character. Having been
romantically linked for close to a year, the two have remained
quite tight-lipped about their [...]
Posted September 6, 2012
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Canada was shocked
last week when news broke that two of it's most famous rockers are
getting hitched... to each other!

Avril Lavigne
found her Sk8tr Boi in the form of Nickelback's frontman Chad
Kroeger, People exclusively revealed. Originally getting together
this past February, where Kroeger, 37, was helping the 27-year old
songstress pen a new song for her upcoming album. According to
family and friends they have the same values and really understand
each other. The couple has kept their courtship on the serious down
low with [...]
Posted August 17, 2012
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It seems to be
quite the summer in the entertainment world...
Despite the news
of certain relationships not getting the cliched ending, there are
still some celebrity romances and relationships that are continuing
to heat up and stay strong. From an engagement of one of our best
friends, to the engagement of another person we wish was our best
friend, and the secret wedding of the last member of our wolf-pack,
these last few weeks have been busy in Hollywood social
circles.

Image Courtesy of [...]
Posted August 13, 2012
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Haley &
Michael Shandro of Shandro Photo are highly sought-after for their
unique style of art.
Breathtaking
colour and emotion are expressed throughout their photography
portfolio. The have taken top awards in multiple competitions
across Canada and Internationally; their work has been featured in
various magazines and appearing in countless blogs. But
most importantly -
their clients love working with them!
Please note: All [...]
Posted August 2, 2012
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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
[...]
Posted July 25, 2012
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There is nothing
more beautiful than a mountain view while you say your vows to the
man or woman you love, right in the heart of the Alberta Rocky
Mountains. Nestled in the Bow Valley is Silvertip Resort in Canmore
- the perfect place to exchange your vows. Not only will you have
breathtaking views outside, but the gorgeous venue will have your
guests floored. With large banquet halls crafted of wood and
beautiful stone, your reception will be held in a beautiful
location, with decorations set to your desire. Enjoy the large,
vast windows to enjoy [...]
Posted July 16, 2012
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Theme weddings
can be absolutely stunning. However, they have to be done right or
it could just turn into a huge disaster. Fortunately for you, I'm
going to outline three awesome trends for weddings this year, and
give you some ideas!
1. Eco-Friendly Wedding
Keeping the Earth green has been huge over the
last few months, and an eco-friendly wedding won't only be
beautiful, but it'll make you feel great! This wedding will have
lots of earthy tones - greens, browns, pastel-y colours to match
wild flowers. Your décor will also reflect your theme with
[...]
Posted July 11, 2012
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Head Over
Heels Wedding & Event Planning is based out of Edmonton and
is owned by WPIC certified planner & shoe-a-holic, Amy
Maier.
Amy believes that couples should have fun planning their wedding,
and having laughs along the way is important. As much fun as she
likes to have with her couples, it is never lost on her how
important this day is to her couples and how much time and money is
being invested.
"I don't believe in cookie cutter weddings, I believe that no
matter the budget, every couple should have [...]
Posted July 6, 2012
by Special Guest Author
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Courtney Owner of
Lash Affair, recently answered our top 6 questions about lash
extensions. From what they are to the process of getting such
a luscious full look.
1. What are
lash extensions and why have they become so incredibly popular over
the last few years?
Lash Extensions
are the latest craze sweeping over the beauty industry. They are
individual extensions that are adhered one by one to each natural
lash, giving women the lashes they have always dreamed of! Lash
Affair uses synthetic, silk, and cruelty-free [...]
Posted July 4, 2012
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Wedding
Celebrations with Modern Flair
Casual, yet
experience-rich parties with unexpected drink choices like light
beer cocktails make all things wedding easy to enjoy while keeping
couples on track to looking their best on the big day.
Molson Canadian 67 and Tara O'Grady, a wedding expert
and owner of Toronto-based Bliss Events, have created four fun,
stylish pre-wedding celebration themes showcasing a variety of
low-calorie cocktails that are anything but traditional. From the
engagement celebration to the bridal party, Molson Canadian 67 is a
great fit for every occasion. [...]
Posted June 28, 2012
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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Allison creates
the most amazing one-of-a-kind clutch purses out of Men's Neckties.
They are the perfect accessory for the wedding season, the little
black dress and a night out on the town.
These clutches
are a perfect gift for your bridesmaid! They can rock them on
your big day and at fun unique moments. Match your clutch purses to
the Groomsmen Neckties.
Allison is
accepts custom orders: choose from one of her in-stock neckties, or
send [...]
Posted June 18, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Debbie's Fashion Design is a
customer oriented family business that truly cares the way you look
on your special day. We specialize in bridal wear such as evening
gowns, bridesmaid, and mother of bride, etc.
Timeline to have your alterations done:
Alterations for your wedding gown should start at least two months
before the wedding and five weeks before for bridesmaids, mother of
bride/groom dresses. Using this guide for a timeline is best
because if you start to early, you may end up with [...]
Posted June 8, 2012
by Kimberly Moore
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It's my favorite
time of year. And no, I'm not talking just about summer. I'm
talking about wedding season. The sun starts to shine, the clouds
dissipate, and you can start to feel the love in the air. Or maybe,
love is just starting to bite. Whatever it is, a couple of our
favorite celebrities embraced it over this last week.

On June 2nd, Drew
Barrymore walked down the aisle for the third time to art dealer
Will Kopelman. The backyard wedding, held at their home in
Montecito, [...]
Posted June 8, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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When I think of a brooch, I think
of my Grandmother; old, dated, and tacky pieces of jewelry...until
I saw what she had. I was proven wrong when I saw the amazing
pieces she had, and actually started imagining them on different
gown designs I had seen. How nice would it be to have a little
piece of your Grandmother with you on your wedding day, in a nice
tasteful way? Also, something old, and borrowed!

But then I
thought, it wouldn't look right to just stick a [...]
Posted June 1, 2012
by Special Guest Author
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Who we are:
We are Sisters who LOVE
photography! It started at a young age, we used to set up model
shoots of each other and spend the day snapping pictures. Our love
of photography grew and now we are able to do what we love and
capture moments for couples in love.

What sets us apart?
We each have our very own love stories!
Melissa started her love story on a
cold winter day. From the very first moment she knew she had met
Mr. Right! Day after day, month after month [...]
Posted May 31, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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Relationships
Okay, so you're married. You have the rest of your
lives together. Awesome, right? RIGHT! But now, you also have
anniversary presents...on top of birthday and Valentine's presents.
You're going to run out of ideas sooner than you think...but did
you know there was a traditional list of gifts that you should give
and receive of a certain material corresponding to your anniversary
year? Yeah, neither did I. But thanks to Wikipeidia, you'll seldom
be without ideas! I'll break it down for you quick...

Posted May 30, 2012
by Feather Elfwand
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A ride that the two of them will
never forget...

Samantha & Chad ~
8/18/12
It was last
summer on July 25 2011, Chad and I went to Capital Ex in Edmonton,
AB. It was a beautiful day to go on rides. We walked around
all day playing games, winning prizes and enjoying the rides. We
were staying till it closes because we wanted to watch the
fireworks. It was almost that time so we started to walk to the
Ferris Wheel so we could watch them on [...]
Posted May 29, 2012
by Columbine Goblinfilter
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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 [...]
Posted May 28, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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The Groom
My favourite
thing about a wedding is that they reflect the relationship between
the Bride and the Groom. If you're beach bums, a beach destination
wedding is what to have; if you're religious, a traditional church
wedding. Really, the possibilities are endless. For me, though, I'm
a classic Canadian who loves the mountains, and I can't think of a
better place to go than Waterton National Park for a nice, small
wedding.
The thing about
Waterton is that it's not overcrowded. As much as I love Banff and
Jasper, I want my day [...]
Posted May 17, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Delica Bridal,
Edmonton's premier bridal boutique offers glamorous and exclusive
bridal gowns for today's modern bride. Our educated, trendy bridal
consultants work with you to help find the wedding gown that makes
you feel glamorous and look beautiful.

Whether you are
searching for a designer wedding gown or looking for modern dresses
for your bridesmaids, we have a fashionable and exclusive selection
to offer you. Delica Bridal is the exclusive Edmonton retailer of
Lazaro, Alvina Valenta, Hayley Paige, Jim Hjelm Blush, Lillen
Collection and Jenny Yoo. These designers [...]
Posted May 16, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Have you noticed
that a majority of weddings are offering different types of
"dessert bars"? From Sundae Bars to Cookie Bars, it seems to be a
growing trend! Have you ever considered offering a Candy Bar to
your guests? Whether it is for your Engagement Party, Rehearsal
Dinner, Bridal Shower or Wedding, Coney Island Candy on Whyte
Avenue has one of the sweetest assortments that Edmonton has
to offer! Take a look for yourself...
They specialize
in all things sweet!
Coney Island
Candy offers the tastiest assortment of candy in town. They are
[...]
Posted May 15, 2012
by Special Guest Author
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Stacey Foley WPICC, Owner and Lead
Planner of JoyFoley Weddings, knew at a very young age that party
planning was in her blood. Nicknamed the "Queen of Theme" by her
friends she's famous for always making sure her guests have a great
time and that no detail goes unnoticed.

In August of 2010 Stacey was given her opportunity of a lifetime
when she was hired on by the Northern Bear Golf Club as their
wedding director. For 2 years she worked hard learning the behind
the scenes aspects to weddings by being [...]
Posted May 14, 2012
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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With Fly Away
Weddings & Honeymoons, you have the peace of mind that you and
your guests are getting the best value. They can arrange travel
from almost any major city that your guests are coming from,
even if it is from more than one location. They can also
provide group rates as well as individual travel for late additions
to the wedding guest list. Their contacts in destination
allow them to provide you with special extras that you would not
normally receive from a standard travel agent.

Honeymoon Registry
Posted May 11, 2012
by Hazel Goblindancer
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Our Photo booths
are called MOJO Photo Booths that come from Chicago. After wanting
to leave a job of 15 years as a Parole Officer and wanting to add
something unique to my Photography Company, Trevor Boller
Photography.
The booths take
5ft x 7 ft of space and a corner can usually always be found, even
if set up in the hallway. The Photo Booths can fit 8-10 people
with a record being 13 so far. The Photo Booths are enclosed with
walls for the guest privacy so they can let their hair down with
funny [...]
Posted May 10, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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The Bride,
Wedding Essentials,
News
Welcome, Fashionista's! As I'm sure
many of you fashion-forward brides know, designers recently showed
their lovely Spring 2013 bridal collections in New York a few weeks
ago, and are we ever excited about it! With ten major trends (which
we've split up nicely for you into four categories) for this
upcoming wedding season, there's no way you won't find something
you'll fall in love with - much like your husband-to-be!
The first trend worth mentioning is
colour. That's right, the coloured wedding dress is in, ladies and
gentlemen! In fact, the big colour is red. Not convinced? [...]
Posted May 9, 2012
by Kimberly Moore
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If there are only
two times in his life that a man will have to dress in a formal
suit or tuxedo, it would be his high school graduation and his
wedding day. Although most guys are completely against it, in the
immortal words of Barney Stinson, it's time for them to "suit
up!".

Tuxedos are
always a classic option, and is formal wear at it's best. It gives
a man a simple, elegant, and debonair look, a throwback if you will
[...]
Posted May 4, 2012
by Fairy Godmother
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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!
"Yuk Yuk's, where the very best
comics come to play"
Book Today:
Phone Number:
780.481.YUKS (9857) [...]
Posted April 27, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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Family and Friends
For those of you
who don't remember - and let's face it, who doesn't remember - the
two were married on April 29thof 2011 at Westminster Abbey in
London. The Royal Wedding was absolutely breath taking and
the "talk of the town" on the News, Social Media Outlets and Daily
Chatter. Her dress is still on the mind of many and will be an
inspiration to many trends for years to come.

The Bridal
Fantasy Group was fortunate enough to hear firsthand about The
Royal Wedding when Jane [...]
Posted April 25, 2012
by Columbine Goblinfilter
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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 [...]
Posted April 24, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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Family and Friends,
News
Well Bridal
Fantasy subscribers, it's 2012! It's a year of wonder, a year of
twists and turns, and a year of surprises. So, what is more
surprising than Hollywood's golden couple declaring they're ready
to tie the knot?! That's right, Brad and Angelina are officially
engaged, and it's about time!

Image Courtesy of
USA Magazine
After seven years, and six kids, the globe-trotting couple has made
it official with a huge, beautiful diamond placed on Angelina's
finger. Although the couple [...]
Posted April 23, 2012
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At your wedding, people will talk. What
will they say about the music?
These days, every
one's a DJ! And everyone knows someone who knows someone that's a
DJ. And just like friends shouldn't let friends move them, friends
shouldn't let their friends DJ their wedding. It is true what they
say about the entertainment at any event, it is one of the key
components to a great time. It is no secret that the market is
saturated with DJs, so how do you hire the right DJ for your
budget?

Posted April 20, 2012
by Special Guest Author
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Our talented
teams of wedding specialists are recognized for their creativity,
attention to detail, and ability to oversee the intricate details
of even the most complicated event.


Whether your
vision is tied to tradition, a fun, flirty and vibrant experience,
or a rich and modern colour palette - our team is excited for the
opportunity to create something unique for you! Be inspired with a
few samples of our custom built centerpieces and room décor
options.
Posted April 19, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Shirley Zago is a Canadian designer
and the owner of G & G Designs. G & G stands for the names
of her parents Gabriella and Gaetano who were immigrants to Canada
from Italy. Her passion at this time is that of a jewellery
designer who redesigns vintage jewellery to create one of a kind
pieces. In studying the historical trends in fashion, she is
intrigued by the timeless and classic styles of the 1940's and 50's
and how fashion always tends to come full circle again.

Many changes in [...]
Posted April 17, 2012
by Hazel Goblindancer
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The Deerfoot Inn & Casino is
Calgary's finest hotel, convention center and entertainment
complex. Their core value is 100% Guest Satisfaction! Their "YES I
CAN" attitude is their assurance to you that your satisfaction is
their first priority.

They are there to assist you in
making the most of their services and facilities during your visit.
Should you have a special request not featured, please do not
hesitate to contact them for assistance.

Whether this is your first time
visiting the Deerfoot [...]
Posted April 13, 2012
by Thorn Yewtree
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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 [...]
Posted April 12, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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As a graphic designer who has been
in the wedding invitation industry for more than eight years, I
have seen my share of trends. This season, Weddings are all about
the colour purple!
Purple has been popular in high
fashion, home accessories and now seeps down into wedding styles as
seen in modern and bold damask prints, silk ribbon, and wax seals.
"Regal and mysterious, purple is a glorious yet very complex
colour, preferred by very creative and eccentric types," states
Pantone's Book - A guide to communicating with colour. Commonly
paired with black, grey or cream, [...]
Posted April 11, 2012
by Rebecca Jones
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Earth Mother,
The Bride
No doubt that weddings today are an extravagant affairs, with money
and attention to detail are being lavished to create the most
memorable day for the bride and groom. As a result, weddings have a
huge ecological as well as economical impact on us. But now, green
is the new white. The whole world is going green as such more and
more couples are opting for green wedding wherein they do their bit
for the earth by [...]
Posted April 10, 2012
by Fairy Godmother
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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 [...]
Posted April 3, 2012
by Kimberly Moore
in
The Bride,
Family and Friends,
Wedding Essentials
There are five
main parts that constitute a bride’s wedding day look – the dress,
the shoes, the undergarments, the hair, and finally the jewelry.
Although most brides think about the first four in great deal, some
tend to overlook the last choice. The problem is though that the
jewelry they wear can make or break your outfit. Too much and it
will overshadow the dress you spent hours searching for, and add up
to a gaudy look. Too little and it may not give your entire
appearance that little extra glitz that it needs. Although
[...]
Posted April 2, 2012
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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Family and Friends,
Wedding Essentials
With over 1000 events every year
Revolution Entertainment is the leader in mobile DJ services. It
becomes very clear from their reputation that they truly realize
the importance of QUALITY and SERVICE.
They are also experts in
personalized weddings and have done 3000+ shows over the past
decade. While being your 5 star wedding service. Revolution
Entertainment also specializes in corporate functions, school
dances and any special event that requires sound and lighting. No
show is too big for them!
Their company mission is to make
sure all clients are 100% satisfied with every [...]
Posted March 30, 2012
by Earth Mother
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Renée Strauss is currently starring
in her own TLC /Slice Network reality show "Brides of Beverly Hills" which continues to gain new
markets world-wide. Film, television and commercial productions
seek out her expertise regarding the design, construction, and
trends of dresses, as well as the traditions and cultural nuances
of weddings. Frequent New York and European buying trips keep Renée
on the pulse of the worldwide fashion markets.
Renée designed the wedding wardrobe
for Father of the Bride (making a cameo appearance in the film) and
her co-star Kevin [...]
Posted March 29, 2012
by Rebecca Jones
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Family and Friends
Your wedding day is fast
approaching and you are stressed out, as you still have not found a
photographer to document the occasion. There is no need to panic as
there are many options available on the Internet. You can check out
a professional who can capture those memorable moments in the best
possible way. After all, the photos and videos are meant for
posterity. Here are a few tips on how you can look for the right
and talented photographer for your big day.

Photo Courtesy [...]
Posted March 28, 2012
by Feather Elfwand
in
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Family and Friends
A serious discussion that was
unforgettable...

Denise & Deon
6/15/2013
They were relaxing 5 days after
their 3 year anniversary and talking about future plans. Denise had
been in college taking an Early Childhood Education course and Deon
was talking about looking for a course he was interested in. They
began talking about moving to another town or city if she found a
job elsewhere when she graduated from her course; Deon kept talking
about the future. This made her feel so happy; then he turned to
her with [...]
Posted March 26, 2012
by Kimberly Moore
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Family and Friends
When it comes to weddings, the reception is the
biggest overall expense. It encompasses the location, the
possibility of feeding all your guests, drinks, dancing, and just
the general party you want to be hosting in order to finish the
celebration of your big day off right. Last week I had the chance
to meet up with a good friend of mine for lunch. Tamara is
currently in the midst of planning her nuptials, which is going to
be taking place next September in Banff, and I was able to pick her
brain on [...]
Posted March 22, 2012
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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ABC Weddings is
Edmonton's premier Wedding Rental Service. ABC Weddings contains a
variety of Rental and Retail merchandise to create your special
event; additionally, with our available services of delivery and
pick up, set up and installation we seek to put your minds at ease.
With ABC Weddings the possibilities and combinations of our rental
items, as well as retail and invitations, are infinite creating a
purely unique and creative design made by you. From a wide range of
Linen materials such as Satin Chair Bags and table cloths, to big
top tents and [...]
Posted March 21, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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Family and Friends
Leading up to your wedding, you
have a million and one things on your to-do list: flowers, dresses,
tuxedos, invitations, honeymoon planning - but don't forget about a
key part in your wedding mayhem, your rehearsal dinner! Here are a
few tips and ideas for you!

A rehearsal dinner is a gathering
for the wedding party and family of the bride and groom. Because
most weddings are formal with a sit-down dinner, it's a good idea
to have a more casual dinner the night before. For example, renting
out [...]
Posted March 20, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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Family and Friends
A little while ago, couple John and Michelle got married at the
Brock House Restaurant in Vancouver. What grabbed our attention was
the simple and elegant theme of their wedding: black and white.

Michelle, wearing a gorgeous ruffled piece, walked down the
outdoor isle, scattered with white rose petals, carrying white
roses, while her husband-to-be John, was waiting excitedly.
Michelle was preceded by her six beautiful bridesmaids, who were
all wearing black dresses. Each dress was different - some
strapless, some with one strap, one a halter - and they were all
uniquely designed to [...]
Posted March 19, 2012
by Brittany Foster
in
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials,
DIY
Weddings can be expensive, so many brides are turning to DIY
flower options to save a little money. It gives you a chance to let
your creative juices flow and to add a personal touch to your
decor. Plus, it gives you more freedom when choosing the flower
types and accessories.

For centerpieces, you don't have to stick to flowers alone.
Branches, twigs, vines, and even dried wheat can be used depending
on the time of year and your theme. Spice them up with decorative
crystals, textured spray paint, or satin ribbons. You can [...]
Posted March 14, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
in
Beauty Essentials,
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials
A big question for a bride is how to do her make-up on her
wedding day. What is too much? What is not enough? What should be
accentuated? Eyes? Lips? Or nothing? Since eyes tend to be the
biggest issue many women have, we'll discuss this.

2012 has started off with a bang, using a lot of bold colours as
accents in what would be seemingly dull outfits - bright shoes,
scarves, and jewelry have been used to add that "pop" for your
everyday outings. Well, the same has been going for weddings as
[...]
Posted March 8, 2012
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
in
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Urban
Affairs joined both Bridal Fantasy Edmonton and Calgary this year
and won Best Booth in Edmonton.
Urban
Affairs, specializing in providing premier rental and event design
services for weddings, corporate functions, parties and other
events, Special Occasions brings elegance and innovation to the
Edmonton and surrounding area’s event market.

By
combining a high level of [...]
Posted March 7, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride,
News
We all know, your wedding is going to be
an expensive affair. It really doesn’t matter how small of a party
you have, or how cheap your dress is – you’re going to be dropping
some serious green on your special day. And why shouldn’t you?! You
only get one of these days! But what about your hangover? No, I
don’t mean your I-partied-too-hard-and-now-the-room-is-spinning
hangover, but your money hangover. You’ll be getting ready to start
paying off your credit cards and vendors, on top of starting your
new life with your new family. I don’t know about [...]
Posted March 6, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
in
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M & K
Candy Buffet believes that Candy Buffets are slowly replacing the
"GUEST FAVOUR", as many are very expensive, left at the event and
or not appreciated.

They are
big fans of all things related to Candy! Candy Buffet, Custom Candy
Creations, Wedding Candy Favours. Candy Birthday Bags, Candy Bars,
Candy Bags, Candy Stations, Candy Catering, and Candy Themed Events
Too! M & K Candy Buffet loves being a part of a very exciting
industry.
Posted March 5, 2012
by Columbine Rainbowwand
in
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So you’re
getting married – Congratulations! You’re busy
planning for the most special day of your life. You’ve been to
Bridal Fantasy and picked out invitations, flowers, a venue,
a DJ, hair salon and a photographer. You know
where you’re going to pick out your “one-of-a-kind” wedding gown,
the Groom and his men are off to Derk’s Formals &
Menswear to get fitted for their tux and the Honeymoon
destination is planned. It’s all so
exciting! You’ve put your heart and soul
into having the best wedding ever…

Posted March 2, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
in
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Family and Friends

What Moving Stories does is not the
'traditional' approach. Each couple is special, and Moving Stories
tries to bring out what is special in each of their relationships.
They do this by encouraging them to do interviews so they can find
out things about each other straight from them or their close
friends and family. Things like how they met, why they will succeed
as a couple, and some questions about how they know each other.
Moving Stories then take these interviews and cuts them with the
footage collected during the [...]
Posted March 1, 2012
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Social Photo Booths provides the best
photo booth experience in Edmonton, with the only vintage style
hard shell booth in the city and modern technology producing studio
quality prints! Whether it is for a wedding, birthday, get together
or a corporate party, it's great for any event!

Choose from 3 different
packages:
- Indie for 3 hours
- Blockbuster for 4 hours
- Epic for 5 hours

These all include:
- Unlimited black & white and [...]
Posted February 29, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Instead of our ordinary write up with thought we would show you
just how fabulous A Chair to Remembers booth was!
European Jacquard Fabric with
drapery and rouched chair covers.


Birch Trunk for a vase with fur and
twigs, accented with hanging candles.


Thank you cards/favors - 100 year
old barn wood with wool and jewel on glass charger plate, all set
against the European Jacquard tablecloth.
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Posted February 27, 2012
by Kimberly Moore
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If you were at our recent Bridal Fantasy Bridal Show in
Edmonton, then you would have been surrounded by hundreds of
different fantastic vendors. And if you weren't? Well, you
definitely missed out. From wedding cakes to DJ's, reception ideas
to hair salons, Bridal Fantasy really did offer the upcoming bride
with the be-all and end-all of resources to help them with the
planning of their big day. However, there was one such photographer
that really captured my attention.

New Image Creations is an Edmonton-based photography company
that was started by a guy named [...]
Posted February 23, 2012
by Fairy Godmother
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Still need a suit for your wedding? Look no
further...

Derks Formals & Menswear Edmonton
& Calgary have a Suit Package available. Starting at $299!
Includes Suit, Shirt, and Tie.
Come in today and let us help you get the perfect suit for your big
day! Whether you're getting married or attending!
Deciding to Buy?
This deal is the perfect fashionable suit for your groom or
groomsmen.
Deciding to Rent?
Derks Formals has an amazing selection of suit packages available
for you to choose from.
Posted February 17, 2012
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Honeymoons

Image courtesy of Instant
Memories, Eva Comeau
Attention Brides-To-Be our Love in London Sweepstakes was held
over for a few extra days so that we had a chance to receive the
entries from across North America. We will be drawing the name
tonight at midnight and will post it Tuesday morning! Thank you so
much for all of the fabulous entries. It was a pleasure reading
about all your engagement stories.
This glorious 7 Day Honeymoon was courtesy of UNIGlobe
Geo Travel and Transat [...]
Posted February 17, 2012
by Danielle Plecash
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You're about to have the biggest day of your life - you're going
to marry the one you love! And let's face it, something is bound to
go wrong...so don't let it ruin your day. This is more of a job for
the Maid of Honour, and the Best Man - yes guys, this will be
helpful for you too! You, honorary and best people, should make an
emergency bag for you respective parties, and here's what to
include:
For the Bridal Party:
- Bobby pins
- Safety pins
- Baby wipes - if you get something on your dress, [...]
Posted February 8, 2012
by Kimberly Moore
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When going to a wedding, it's
typically customary to bring some sort of gift. Usually the happy
couple will register at a useful store, with a list of the things
they want or need, and guests from the wedding can purchase them.
Usually these places stores, like The Bay, Campers
Village, Bed Bath and Beyond, Home Outfitters and Sears to name a few, all with the intentions of buying
the bride and groom that lovely crystal bowl which they can serve
[...]
Posted February 6, 2012
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Bridal Fantasy Edmonton and Calgary was an
absolute success. With record attendance, the exhibitors were busy
socializing and answering brides questions! For 2012, the following
exhibitors were awarded booth prizes:

Photo Courtesy of Edward Ross
Photography
Calgary
This year The Bridal Fantasy Group gave out
ribbons for the following:

- Edward Ross Photography showed off his talent with
photographs of his previous work and won himself Most
Outstanding Signage and [...]
Posted February 6, 2012
by Kimberly Moore
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Family and Friends

The date has been set, the invitations mailed out. The
bridesmaids and groomsmen have been chosen, and colors decided
upon. All of these things provide you a general idea of what your
day is going to look like, but when your guests walk into that
ceremony, what do you want them to see?
Over the years I've gone to my fair share of family weddings,
and as I'm getting older, I've started getting more invites to dear
friends of mines special days. And the one thing that remains
consistent throughout is the ceremony decorations.
When [...]
Posted January 31, 2012
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Author: Joe Klement
Platinum DJ offers FUN, YOUNG, and HIP
DJs for your wedding or any event and will cater to your music
tastes; we want to help you throw a party to remember! Whether it's
country, dance, top 40, retro or rock, Platinum DJ offers a modern
and up-to-date collection for your friends and family to boogie
down to! We are also experienced with Ukrainian and Newfie weddings
where there are special music requirements. We provide our clients
with a written contract, a planning consultation, and professional
service. We [...]
Posted January 31, 2012
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Author: Becky Newhook
Michelle's Grower Direct might be
new to Bridal Fantasy but we are not new to the wedding world. Our
team had a fantastic first show in Calgary. It was a lot of fun to
interact with brides and find out what they are looking for in the
2012-2013 wedding seasons. We are finding brides are looking for
simple yet elegant bouquets for their special day and the biggest
hit was the bling that we placed in and around the arrangements;
definitely a show stopper. The fashion show [...]
Posted January 25, 2012
by Rebecca Jones
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A love relationship demands great 'maintenance' from both
partners. It is not that effort is required only to improve a
relationship. Effort is necessary even to maintain the relationship
in status quo!
The common understanding is that love changes after the dating
period and affection is on a decline. Why does it happen this way?
The answer is actually very simple. The love and affection seem to
be on a decline because the efforts put in are on a decline. In the
dating phase, both partners go out of their way to keep the other
happy and smiling and the efforts [...]
Posted January 19, 2012
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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As I am sure all you brides-to-be
are aware we have our Bridal Fantasy
Edmonton: The Bridal Show Everyone Is Talking About is fast
approaching (January 22, 2012). Doors open at 9:30am!

This year Marks 30 years in Alberta
for us and we cannot wait! We have our celebrity keynote speaker
Renee Strauss and Kevin Lee from Slice TV's "Brides of Beverly Hills" coming in. Not to mention we
are giving away over [...]
Posted January 18, 2012
by Brittany Foster
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On December 23, 2011 I finally got married. After months of
planning, drama, and stress, it's over. It went perfectly, even
better than we thought that it would. The ceremony was beautiful,
the dinner delicious, and the guests entertaining and supportive.
The schedule that I had been working on for weeks was followed
exactly, to my surprise.
After the ceremony I expected to feel like a wife. I thought
there would be some sort of feeling of relief, or a 'walking on the
clouds' sort of atmosphere. Instead, I feel exactly the same as
[...]
Posted January 10, 2012
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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
[...]
Posted January 6, 2012
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We are so excited about our upcoming fashion shows and all the
great bridal fashion you will see. We've got plenty of wedding
gowns and even more bridal gowns to show you! We've got fabulous
bridal up do's, amazing bridal makeup and lots of bridal bling. You
can catch all the bridal gown fashion by picking up a copy of 2012
Bridal Fantasy Magazine on stands or at our shows! Visit our
BF TV to catch the latest trends for weddings
in 2012!
Bridal Fantasy Calgary - Hotel Arts
Bridal Fantasy Calgary [...]
Posted January 3, 2012
by Brittany Foster
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Photos
Courtesy Of Hyatt Regency Calgary
If you live in or around Calgary and are looking for a unique
and attractive wedding venue, look no further. The Hyatt Regency in
Calgary is a stunning hotel that offers extensive wedding planning
services and beautiful rooms for receptions.

Whether you are planning a small reception of 35 guests, or a
large one of up to 1800 guests, the Hyatt Regency in Calgary has a
room to suit your needs. They offer a number [...]
Posted January 3, 2012
by Brittany Foster
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Today, my wedding is a week away. My mother and grandmother will
arrive tomorrow evening and then comes complete insanity. Don't get
me wrong, I am excited, but having the 3 of us together in my tiny
house is going to be interesting. You see, they asked me to wait on
some things until they got here so that they could help out. Such
as my shoes, my hair appointment, make-up, and my flowers. Now I am
starting to think this was a bad idea.
Since the end of November, I keep having extremely vivid and
disturbing dreams about my [...]
Posted December 29, 2011
by Brittany Foster
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Since we are quickly approaching the date of my wedding, there
isn't much left to do. As I write this, I still have one last dress
fitting in about a week, and we have to pick up my fiancé's tux
about a week before the wedding. Other than that, we are
waiting.
So far, the hardest part of planning has been worrying about
other people-who we should invite as a witness, if we would hurt
someone's feelings, how to please everyone. That's why we decided
to make it very small. We are getting married in front of and
having a small [...]
Posted December 28, 2011
by Brittany Foster
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After deciding the date and the province, my fiancé and I moved
onto planning the more intricate details. We started with an
officiant. Neither of us are particularly religious and we wanted a
small, simple ceremony. I set to work contacting all of the Alberta
officiants in the Edmonton area and quickly learned that their
prices vary quite radically.
Eventually we found the one that would work for us. Her price
was right, and her personality and ceremony ideas matched ours. She
suggested we do a sand ceremony after saying our vows, which we
both thought was a great idea. Next [...]
Posted December 28, 2011
by Brittany Foster
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DIY

2012 is going to be a year of color and sparkle for wedding
trends in both decor and fashion. Fuchsia, turquoise, grey, and
coral are all in and promise to provide decorations that pop and
accessories that call for attention.
Because of the popularity of vintage weddings, bridal accessory
trends for 2012 will include big, sparkly bracelets, chandelier
earrings, and delicate brooches. This year will be all about
sparkle and shine with an antique touch. Pearls are also an
excellent alternative for a bride who wants a softer look. Birdcage
veils are going [...]
Posted December 22, 2011
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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This Holiday Season ... you're the
newlyweds and newly elected by your new family to do the next
holiday dinner. You can still sail into preparing a family feast
with ease if you organize your menu and ingredients beforehand.
With both members of your family
working, you need to keep this meal as effortless as possible but
still come up with a traditional family fare in a polished and
simple manner. Not as hard as it looks! With a little effort and
organization, you'll pull this off and impress both [...]
Posted December 21, 2011
by Kimberly Moore
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The date has been set, the invitations mailed out. The
bridesmaids and groomsmen have been chosen, and colors decided
upon. All of these things provide you a general idea of what your
day is going to look like, but when your guests walk into that
ceremony, what do you want them to see?
Over the years I've gone to my fair share of family weddings,
and as I'm getting older, I've started getting more invites to dear
friends of mines special days. And the one thing that remains
consistent throughout is the ceremony decorations.
When people typically get married in churches, the [...]
Posted December 19, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
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Lisa and Bryan ~
9/30/2011
Bryan grew up in Maryland and Lisa
grew up in Connecticut. When Bryan and Lisa first met they quickly
realized their love for Disney. During Lisa's college years, she
worked for Disney in Florida while Bryan worked for Disney in
California; though there time working for Disney was short lived
there love for Disney still remained. Something led Bryan to
Connecticut and led Lisa back to Connecticut to finish school.
Through the course of their relationships they learned not only did
they have such a [...]
Posted December 15, 2011
by Danielle Plecash
in
Wedding Essentials
Let them eat cake...
So, you've gone through the ceremony - everyone has ooh'd and
awe'd at your gorgeous dress and perfectly-fitting flower
arrangements. What's the next thing they look to be wowed by? Your
cake!
You have so many amazing options for cakes today. You can go
classic with a tiered tower cake, go vogue with some cupcakes, or
even go off-the-tracks with alternative ideas.
If you want to go with the traditional tiered beauties, you have
a few options. You have the option of white - or vanilla - cake.
This is a pretty classic and safe choice; most people enjoy
[...]
Posted December 12, 2011
by Brittany Foster
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The aisle that you walk down on your wedding day is sort of like
a bridge that connects the engaged you to the married you. It is
the last walk that you will take before you become a wife, so why
not make it fantastic?
Winter weddings are always beautiful, but how can you spice up your
aisle without making it look like you're on your way to the North
Pole? Here are some ideas that will make your walk up the aisle one
to remember. To get away from the holiday feel, try using colors
like silver or blue. [...]
Posted December 1, 2011
by Kimberly Moore
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As much as I love fashion, trends seem
to be going through a revolving door. Pieces and styles that were
popular 15 years ago seem to be consistently making a comeback. For
instance, in today’s society you might look around the room and see
flare-legged jeans coming back, shoulder pads in boyfriend blazers,
fedoras, tapered pants, oxford shoes, wide black rimmed glasses.
Everything revolves, albeit with slight and subtle differences to
make things neater, but things are essentially the same.
In today’s celebrity culture, things are
taking a step back [...]
Posted November 29, 2011
by Danielle Plecash
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It’s hard to
realize that chair covers have become a staple for most weddings
and the options are endless. The Bridal Fantasy Group has found
some of the latest styles inspire to you.


If your venue already has great looking
chairs, but you want to glam them up, these two options are for
you.

Posted November 21, 2011
by Brittany Foster
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The evening of Wednesday, November 16,
2011, was a fun time for all who attended the book launch for Annie
Dam, owner of Cake Couture; a cake boutique in West Edmonton.
On display were a number of dazzling, chic, and edible pieces of
cake art from her new book Cake Couture.

The cakes were honorable. From sculpted
roses that looked real to an "I Love NY" cake that showed style and
creativity at its best. There was even a blank cake made for guests
[...]
Posted October 27, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
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A limo ride that the both of them will never
forget...

Renee and Shawn
~ 11/22/2012
Shawn and Renée's anniversary was on April 09,
2011, Shawn had planned to take Renée out and he had the evening
all planned as a surprise. At 6pm Shawn pulled up in a limo and met
Renée at the door with 11 red roses. While Renée laughed excitedly
saying, “Oh my God Shawn, you didn’t have to get a limo to pick me
up! I thought you were picking me up in your [...]
Posted October 17, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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This past Saturday night, Gay Derk and Heidi Dennis were able to
attend an amazing wedding event. At the Holiday Inn on 67th in Red
Deer. The evening got off to a romantic start with a vow to renewal
from Laura Cadrin from La Petite Jaune Fleur and her husband.

Brides were able to check out vendors in all categories
photography, limos, jewelry, hair and makeup, gowns, floral, spa
treatments, catering, venues, cakes, invitations, and much
more!
Plenty of gorgeous gowns were showcased.
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Posted October 14, 2011
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Last month, Kari Jespersen with Telus TV
turned our ideas into reality when she created two wedding segments
inspired by recent Bridal Fantasy blogs. Check out the segments
below:
Fall Wedding Trends
Fall
Wedding Trends on YouTube
For more information visit Fall
Wedding Trends Bridal Fantasy Blog.
Adding an Heirloom
Twist
Mom's Old Dress on
YouTube
For more information on how to
incorporate your mom’s wedding dress into your wedding visit
Adding an Heirloom Twist Bridal Fantasy
Blog.
Thank you to everyone who was involved,
including [...]
Posted October 7, 2011
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Two more busy days of looking at all the new bridal trends for
2012; capturing the romance and fashion to make these shoots
timeless and bring our 2012 brides the latest upcoming styles and
fashion trends. Watch as we are bring you more fashion, more
details, more colours and more big style trends. We have so much
incredible talent and polish and fashionable things to share with
our brides. So they look totally elegant and beautiful on their
wedding day.
Most importantly, a big thank you to all of our staff for
helping out!
Wedding bells [...]
Posted September 20, 2011
by Hazel Goblindancer
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On September 9th, we were fortunate enough to attend the launch
party for Site 6 Events, a new company in Edmonton that specializes
in event, fabric and visual solutions. The launch took place at the
TransAlta Arts Barn and featured delicious food by
Restaurant 27 Catering, flipbooks by Timewise Event
Management, as well as music provided by Harman B
& DJ Kwake. The spotlight however was taken by the amazing
visual environment created by Site 6 Events and collaborating
partners such as: Production Lighting, Mediaco, [...]
Posted September 13, 2011
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Here we are in Las Vegas
at the Wedding MBA: Wedding Merchant
Convention learning from the best:
Plus much, much more coming up! What a
convention the Hegarty family has truly out done themselves.

Posted September 9, 2011
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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 [...]
Posted September 1, 2011
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Courtesy of People Magazine
“It was like we were in
heaven,” “I
felt like a princess” and “I am always going to remember how
perfect it was” All quotes from Kim Kardashian and her new husband
Kris Humphries about their fairytale wedding August 20 in
Montecito, California. Pictures of the event are scarce but we
managed to find sketches of the THREE, yes three wedding gowns by
longtime Kardashian friend [...]
Posted August 19, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
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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 [...]
Posted August 17, 2011
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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, [...]
Posted August 15, 2011
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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!
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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.

Posted August 4, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
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Attention Edmonton & Calgary:

The Workshops:
As always 3 full days, 2 full days
of intensive shooting 1 day of classroom.
The Dates: Calgary, 24-26/September/2011 and Edmonton,
8-10/October/2011
You will have a chance to learn
EVERYTHING at Andras workshops, there are no secrets with him, and
he doesn't hold back information. You will learn everything that
you need to get started right away! His style of teaching is very
unique. You will learn more in these 3 days than going to school
for a year that is a guarantee. Knowing how [...]
Posted July 29, 2011
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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I've seen numerous Disney and movie
inspired weddings, but this Super Mario themed wedding is
definitely a first for me. I grew up playing Mario Brothers on my
old school Nintendo, so when I saw this Super Mario wedding (set
design by: Primary
Petals), it truly brought a smile to my face and made me
reminisce of all the good times I had playing the game as a
child.
With Mario and Princess Peach as
the star of the shoot, here are a few of my favorite [...]
Posted July 28, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Image Courtesy of: Wedding Paper Divas
Even after your "I Do's" and your
honeymoon, there are still a few things that must taken care of
before the wedding planning phase of your life is over. One of
those tedious tasks often includes changing your maiden name. This
task can sometimes seem like checklist of things to do on its own.
So the following is a checklist of the to-dos for carrying out the
process:
- Order extra certified copies of your marriage certificate for
agencies that require originals before [...]
Posted July 27, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
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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
Posted July 27, 2011
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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Andras Schram
Photography
Sometimes finding the perfect pair
of shoes for your wedding day can be just as tough as finding the
perfect dress. With so many styles, colors, and textures to choose
from, it can definitely seem overwhelming on top of everything else
on your wedding planning checklist.
But before you go on your hunt for
that perfect shoe, make sure to consider all the factors. Things to
think about before putting down your credit card should include:
the theme of your wedding, the height of your groom, [...]
Posted July 22, 2011
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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Casual summer hairdos are not just for everyday wear. Many
brides today are opting for more simple hairstyles for their
wedding day as well. Destination wedding brides love how a more
casual hairdo fits with their relaxed seaside theme, and brides
having a traditional church wedding like a more nonchalant hairdo
because it's delightfully sweet and simple. Inspired by the image
above, which I got from
Schwarzkopf featuring a bride with a cute and simple hairdo . .
. perfect for a fun summer wedding!
Here are a few celebrity inspired casual [...]
Posted July 21, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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The Bride,
Family and Friends,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials

Not only has Chris and Lisa's farm
inspired wedding caught my attention, so has Lisa's captivatingly
delightful dress! Lisa looks effortlessly striking and carefree in
every shot, and her turquoise long teardrop earrings, necklace, and
bangles added a perfect little touch of exoticness. I truly have to
commend Heidi Buecking for
her incredible photography skills and Lisa for her amazing fashion
sense. The ends of Lisa's wedding dress are almost doily-like and
just so charmingly sweet and perfect for her farm themed wedding. I
honestly could not have picked [...]
Posted July 20, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
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The Groom,
The Bride,
Honeymoons,
Wedding Essentials

Downtown Vancouver, Harbour View, Emerald
Ballroom, and Wedding Décor
Providing
guests with quality services, luxury rooms, and a gourmet menu of
dishes, the Fairmont
Pacific Rim would be a perfect wedding destination. With 15,000
square feet of event space, three
ballrooms (that can accommodate up to 300 guests), a spacious
foyer area with floor to ceiling windows, and its own kitchen . . .
imagine saying "I Do" and then celebrating at a reception that
overlooks Coal Harbour and the North Shore [...]
Posted July 15, 2011
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
in
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials,
News

After watching
Say Yes to the Dress: Bridesmaid edition, I'd have to say that
twobirds'
bridesmaids dresses would be a great solution to all the bridal
party drama that you witness on the show (I'll explain why) . . .
and who better to describe the drama on Say Yes to the Dress:
Bridesmaid than TLC's General Manager,
Amy Winter . . .
"When planning for a wedding, the
bride needs to make a number of big and stressful decisions, one of
which is dressing her bridal [...]
Posted July 13, 2011
by Linda Lu
in
Family and Friends,
Invitations & Stationery,
Wedding Essentials

Suzanne Davis, Notables Owner with a
customized "25th Birthday" party napkin.
For all the big moments in our
lives, many of us have turned to Notables Stationers Inc. for wedding
invites, birthday cards and birth announcements. But on Tuesday,
June 21st, we lit birthday candles for Notables as the store
celebrated 25 years in business. And yes, there was a cake . . . a
quite delightfully looking one actually, made by The Art of Cake.
To help celebrate and congratulate the owner of Notables,
Suzanne [...]
Posted July 13, 2011
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride,
The Groom,
Family and Friends

We at Bridal Fantasy have seen
hundreds and perhaps even thousands of lovely cakes over the years,
but even so, new cakes from different designers still never cease
to amaze us. And it is always quite nice when we get updates from
our Bridal Fantasy exhibitors on their current projects and new
ideas they have. Angela Dufault from The Cake Topper recently just
sent over to us a few shots of cakes she's done and we just had to
share. From simple and sweet to exquisitely detailed and refined,
it seems [...]
Posted July 12, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
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Wedding Essentials

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 & [...]
Posted June 27, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
in
Beauty Essentials,
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride

Image courtesy of
Room With a View
Whether it's a bad spray tan, a
huge zit, irritation from a bikini wax, or over-tweezed eyebrows
before your wedding day, don't stress! Pink Lady Krista Chapman
from
The Pink Book has got you covered.
Krista recommends that . .
.
. . . if a spray tan has got you
lookin' like an Oompa Loompa or one of the cast members of Jersey
Shore . . [...]
Posted June 16, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
in
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials,
News

Edmontonian bride-to-be's will be
happy to hear that there is a new bridal house in town and what a
better way to celebrate its grand opening than to hold a bridal
gown fashion show right at the studio? And with no surprise, the
fashion show was a hit! Located along Edmonton's Elwood Drive,
Delica Bridal House is
surely the new bridal studio to watch as beautiful dress after
beautiful dress was revealed down the catwalk of their in-store
fashion show.
After our Creative Director and CEO
of Bridal Fantasy [...]
Posted June 9, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
in
Wedding Essentials
After coming across this cool DIY,
my future bridesmaid's will surely be getting a box of their own
when my wedding comes! And with each box being so easily
customizable, you can really get creative and show each of your
bridesmaids just how much you care.
With just 4 simple steps,
Project Wedding shows you how to master this DIY project . .
.

Materials needed: Boxes with
lids, Ribbon, Computer/Printer and assorted charms or tokens.
Step One: Measure box and
layout text accordingly in a program [...]
Posted June 8, 2011
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
in
Wedding Essentials,
Family and Friends
When the bride is walking down the
aisle to her groom it's definitely all about her, but that doesn't
mean you can't look your pretty and sassy best too.
So what to wear you may ask?!? Well
for many destination weddings in particular, it can be even more
difficult to choose as you won't have your entire wardrobe
available to you once the plane's wheels have left the ground.
More often than not, invitations
will have the dress code stated right on the invitation, so first
off, [...]
Posted June 7, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
in
Wedding Essentials

Using only real butter, freshly
roasted nuts, fresh cream, Couverture Chocolate, and real fruit . .
. Dandee
Confection's delectable pieces of heaven, will surely satisfy
any person's with a sweet tooth or craving.
For all you chocolate lovers, we
know that there is never a bad time for chocolate. So make sure to
check out Dandee Confection's chocolates and cakes and treats.
A Great Wedding Idea:

As you can see from the photos
above, Dandee Confection is a perfect [...]
Posted May 26, 2011
by Hazel Goblindancer
in
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Bridal Fantasy iPhone App is your space for everything bridal!
The bridal show everyone is talking
about, Bridal Fantasy has wowed brides since 1980. Bridal Fantasy,
the premiere Alberta wedding fair, is back and better than ever.
Get the all the information you will need in preparing for your big
day and your new life ahead. Get BridalFNTSY app for
magazines, wedding planner, photo galleries, fan wall, sweepstakes,
blog and more!
Exclusive video, photo and blog
content only available on the app- what are you waiting for?
Download
it now!

Posted May 20, 2011
by Hazel Goblindancer
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Posted May 18, 2011
by Hazel Goblindancer
in
Wedding Essentials,
Invitations & Stationery,
Uncategorized
If you've ever been to a wedding, you know that the conventional
guest book idea is one that usually ends up containing very
repetitive messages and entries from guests. For some people, being
put on the spot like that can be quite nerve wracking and they
often just use the same message of the last guest.
To inspire your guests to just speak from the heart, here are
some simple but creative ideas for a guest book-type concept!
1. Fingerprint
Tree - the idea of this is to draw or print a large image
of a tree with bare branches [...]
Posted May 17, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Groom,
News
Attention!! Brides and Grooms! Derks Formals is the first place
for your tuxedo stop shop - especially with this fabulous new
TUXEDO offer!! It doesn't get much better than this - check out the
video at the following link to see how you can take advantage of
this savings event!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHlcEHiQkcU
Posted May 12, 2011
by Hazel Goblindancer
in
Wedding Essentials,
Family and Friends
One of the greatest investments a
bride and groom can make on their wedding day is to hire a
cinematographer. Although photographs are a beautiful way to
capture memories of the special day, and are a practical way to
celebrate the memory of that loving time, a custom film captures a
certain special charm and emotion that photos simply don't. We
found a truly wonderful film maker based out of California who
specializes in wedding cinematography. Aside from wedding videos
that tug at your heart strings and make you smile through tears,
the Joel Serrato Films
website [...]
Posted May 11, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
in
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials,
Uncategorized
Wills is Royally
Fashionable...

So much hype and excitement has
surrounded Kate's wedding and after party dresses for the last two
weeks (long live McQueen!) but that still leaves us wondering more
about Prince William and his choices for Royal Wedding gear. The
online search for details on the future King's RW after party
tuxedo was a scouring mission proving that exquisitely stylish Kate
stole the spotlight and most were only interested in what the now
Duchess of Cambridge wore on their big day.
Now that a lot of [...]
Posted April 29, 2011
by Hazel Goblindancer
in
Beauty Essentials,
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride

Who says that gorgeous dresses have
to come with a hefty price tag? Contrary to popular belief, you
don’t have to spend tens of thousands to get a look that screams
runway diva. In fact, we’ll show you 10 gorgeous dresses that are
bound to make your man fall for you (again!) and won’t leaving your
wallet weightless.
The dresses range from ornate and
intricate, to simple and elegant. All are classically beautiful and
perfect for your big day. Dresses are a big part [...]
Posted April 26, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
in
Wedding Essentials,
Uncategorized
Photography is
potentially one of the most important parts of any bride and grooms
special day. When it comes to your wedding day, photographs can
closely be the only tangible memories that you may have after your
big day finally passes. Now, you can rest easy brides because
disposable cameras on reception tables and photographers are not
your only option to capture these special memories. Luckily, Trevor
Boller Photography offers to Edmonton it's first BMP photo booth
capable of housing 8-10 of your guests at once and private enough
for even those shy guests to let [...]
Posted April 25, 2011
by Columbine Rainbowwand
in
The Bride,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials
Spring is here, Summer is coming .
. . and Bridal Fantasy can't wait to see all the different wedding
ideas that will be springing up this season! With numerous amazing
reviews, and years of being in the wedding planning industry,
Special
Occasions Event Rentals can customize an event design package
based on every couple's specific needs. And with every detail
meticulously handled, all you have to do is watch your dream
wedding come true.


When you look back, planning your
wedding [...]
Posted April 19, 2011
by Hazel Goblindancer
in
Wedding Essentials,
Catering,
Invitations & Stationery,
Uncategorized
Need an idea for a wedding favour
that satisfies your sweet tooth? Papabubble creates personalized
candy- everything from hearts, lollipops, to names inside of sweet
treats!
In fact, good friends of mine Amy
and Daniel Brody, recently married in Austin Texas where I had the
pleasure of attending their lovely ceremony. They were the first to
introduce me to the idea of personalised candy. As one of their
wedding party favours, miniature jars of candy adorned with tree
green and hot pink candy pieces were handed out to every guest. The
delicious hand made apple flavoured candies [...]
Posted April 15, 2011
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
in
Wedding Essentials,
Catering,
Family and Friends
To celebrate the release of Gwyneth
Paltrows cookbook "My Father's Daughter" on April 13, 2011, Gwyneth
and a crew of chefs created a lovely dinner for 60 of her closest
friends and family. One of the dishes served at the soiree was a
delightful Duck Ragu recipe, one of many sumptuous fares in
Paltrow's Cookbook. "My Father's Daughter" cookbook features a very
personal story of recipes passed down to Paltrow by her father,
Bruce Paltrow and her childhood experiences with food and family.
Paltrows book celebrates the joys of preparing food for loved ones
and explores the passion [...]
Posted April 7, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
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Wedding Essentials
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 [...]
Posted March 25, 2011
by Feather Elfwand
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride
Ladies . . . it's our dream come
true. Wedding World
Bridal is holding their "Try it On...Take it Home!" sale right
NOW through Sunday (March 27, 2011), where in stock wedding dresses
and even current season styles are 50% off! You don't even have to
make an appointment during the sale.

I don't know any girl that doesn't
appreciate a good sale, especially on such an important piece of
the wedding day. So while you are getting ready to rush off to
Wedding World, keep in mind these [...]
Posted March 18, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride
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 [...]
Posted March 9, 2011
by Special Guest Author
in
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The Groom
Special Guest Author: Vitalia Daza, Daza
Photography

Despite the cold and the snow, this was one of my favorite
weddings to photograph so far! Beatrice & Cameron are so in
love and they had complete 100% trust in me as their photographer.
We met up, they looked at my work and they truly loved my style and
my personality and I fell in love with them too, but they're the
kind of people everyone can't help but love.


Posted March 8, 2011
by Special Guest Author
in
Wedding Essentials
Special Guest Author: Elizabeth
Nowak, Elegant Decorating for Special Occasions.
No detail is insignificant.
Especially when it comes to decorating for our customers. It's your
special day and we do everything possible so you and your guests
are impressed with the atmosphere that has been created.
Preparing for your special day can
be stressful, so relax when it comes to the decorating. We would be
pleased to do that for you. We provide dependable, quality
decorating at an affordable price. So lets discuss your vision.
Please book an appointment with
Elizabeth founder [...]
Posted March 7, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Groom,
The Bride,
Earth Mother,
Wedding Essentials

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/
Posted February 25, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
Wedding Essentials,
News,
The Bride

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 [...]
Posted February 24, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials
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, [...]
Posted February 22, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Groom,
The Bride,
Family and Friends
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 [...]
Posted February 9, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride
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 [...]
Posted January 24, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
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Wedding Essentials

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 [...]
Posted January 5, 2011
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials

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.

Posted December 30, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Groom,
The Bride,
Relationships,
Wedding Essentials
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 [...]
Posted December 28, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
Wedding Essentials,
The Bride,
The Groom
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, [...]
Posted December 3, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
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The Groom,
Wedding Essentials
Snap
Weddings recently blogged and posted pictures of a beautiful
bride in blue. No, it wasn't a typo . . . it actually says BLUE!

With the bride in
blue, the groom in Chucks, and the bridesmaids in white, what else
can make this wedding anymore unique? Well, with such a big bridal
party (8 bridesmaids and 8 groomsmen) the main transportation they
used was a [...]
Posted November 19, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
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The Bride,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials
Sarah Yates Photography
Blog chronicles the adventures of a brilliant sassy woman who
travels across the United States (sometimes Mexico,) working as a
wedding photographer. Sarah Yates showcases her work in a way that
makes us feel like we are chatting with a close girl friend, (one
that just happens to go to an unreal amount of weddings); and
certainly one that is willing to share the highlights of every
event she attends. Read her witty manifesto
here. It is this spunky,
fresh attitude that [...]
Posted November 9, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
Family and Friends,
The Bride,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials
Bride Buzz, we truly understand your love-hate relationship with
wedding favors! Bride Buzz and Bridal Fantasy both agree that after
all the hard work and money you've spent on personalizing your
wedding favors, you'd hate to see them being left behind by your
guests. So why not give them a wedding favor that they'd hate to
forget?
Bride Buzz found a truly delightful wedding favor idea that all
guests would enjoy . . . chocolate bars (nut free)! Who do you know
that does not like chocolate? If you can name even one person, we
suspect that the individual [...]
Posted November 5, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials

Bridal Fantasy is always
looking to share the most unique and creative ways to staying on
top of wedding planning.
Preston Bailey recently shared with his readers the usefulness
of having a mood board. What's a mood board you ask? Well . . .
mood boards are collages made from photographs, sketches,
clippings, fabric swatches and color samples that engaged couples
wish to incorporate into their wedding day. Preston Bailey states
that "mood boards are a great way to visually summarize what your
client is looking for in [...]
Posted November 5, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials
So you've safely made it down the aisle without tripping and you
two are officially married . . . What now? The reception
lunch/dinner party of course! With every wedding celebration, there
will surely be toasts all around. Therefore, by providing unique
"drink" options, it is a great way to allow everyone to join in on
the festivities. We recently came across these two fun beverage
alternatives that look just like your regular flute of bubbly
champagne or an elegant glass of red wine . . . but they're
non-alcoholic!
Posted November 4, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials
For most of us, it is a rare occasion when we have the opportunity
to walk down the aisle with bridal bouquet in hand. So to make sure
that you look both regal and poised for your wedding aisle catwalk,
here are a few tips we came across from
Creative Weddings and Occasions, on how to work it down the
aisle with your bridal bouquet.
The Walk Down the
Aisle First, remember that you are walking down an aisle
amongst your closest friends and family, so there is truly no need
to be nervous. Stumbling should be the least of [...]
Posted November 4, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
The Groom,
Uncategorized,
Wedding Essentials

Us girls always
ask . . . Why can't men's favorite past time be shopping? Well to
keep your man happy and prevent him from spending too much time
shopping for his wedding band,
Jim
Siegel from Siegel Jewelers recommends that by learning about
the different metals that are used to make men's wedding bands, it
will help him decide what ring best suits his personality and
lifestyle. So before you and your partner walk into that jewelry
store, make sure that he knows about the qualities [...]
Posted November 2, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
The Groom,
Uncategorized,
Wedding Essentials

If you
attended a conventional school growing up, you can probably recall
spent a number of hours from your formative years on a little thing
we like to call arts and crafts. Every holiday meant another
picture, another hand turkey, another lacy Valentines Day card…
Before long your parents could no longer complain that their fridge
was lacking in character, and soon their world was awash with color
(Walls included.) Well this
couple featured on Ali Degraff's photography blog has staged an
excellent throwback to [...]
Posted October 26, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials
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 [...]
Posted October 22, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
Family and Friends,
The Bride,
The Groom,
Wedding Essentials

Ooh la
la! Bridal Fantasy recently came across Green Wedding Shoes'
tutorial on
DIY Favor Bags filled with macarons! Mmmm . . . macarons, such
delectable little things . . . simply mouth-watering just thinking
about them. With color-coordinated labels already made to download,
you'll only need a few more things for this delightful DIY project:
- Color printer - Glassine favor bags (found
here) - Ruler - X-acto knife - Double sided tape - And of
course . . . MACARONS!

Luckily for [...]
Posted October 19, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials

Badgley Mischka's 2011 bridal
collection was shown in New York recently. Badgley Mischka's
couture gowns are globally sought after, and their designs
influence many other designers. The styles that BM embrace are
sure to be seen widely in gowns this year. Floral detailing
and petal shapes were evident through many of
the gowns. Oversized three dimensional blossoms, floral
beading on torsos, and skirts with petal like layers were shown.
Mark & James (Badgley Mischka's consumer line) 2011 collection
was also shown. These gowns were less elaborate - [...]
Posted October 7, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
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Wedding Essentials
Leave it to
A Chair to Remember to put the perfect finishing
touches to any event. From table linens, chair covers, and
backdrops, they are your Fairy Godmother for table and chair
decor.
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 [...]
Posted October 5, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
in
Relationships,
The Bride,
Wedding Essentials
kiss the
groom's Elizabeth Messina sets the standards for
photography blogging today! Celebrating life, love, and kisses,
Elizabeth truly brings to life the essence of both love and art
through her photos and personal insight. Recently, some of
Elizabeth's breathtaking photos were featured on The Wedding
Chicks. The photos were taken at Bodee and Patrick's lovely wedding
at The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. From colourful socks and pink
stilettos, to traditional kimonos, each of Elizabeth's photos
artfully captured the tenderness, beauty and style of each moment
[...]
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Melissa Dominelli of CTV and
The Bounce and her fianc�, Will, recently had their engagement
photos taken in downtown Edmonton.
Katch Studios
brilliantly used Edmonton's downtown tr�s urban-esque surroundings
and buildings as a backdrop to create a "New York" feel to the
shoot.

The shoot was so perfectly
executed that at first glance it's hard to tell that the setting is
in downtown Edmonton. See all the photos
here. It's inspiring to see such [...]
Posted September 28, 2010
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Look glamourous and feel
fierce for your wedding day! The
dress above was recently featured at Christian Siriano's
fashion show during New York fashion week . . . and I must say that
it is the perfect combination of fashion forward femininity,
unconventional colour, poise, and fearless confidence. Every bride
should feel their most fabulous for their wedding day, so don't
feel restricted by conventional wedding gown styles. With
Christiano Siriano's touch of couture on wedding gowns, his dresses
(and pant suits) definitely help to break down the boundaries of
wedding fashion for females!
Posted September 23, 2010
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Embrace the
convenience and efficiency of going green. Sign up for a
free trial of cocodot (look for the Green box that enters the
screen) this September and let your creativity soar! Using the
thousands of designs and many tools available to you on
cocodot.com, you can start creating elegant, trendy, and eco-chic
invitations for any occasion imaginable. So add a touch of Green to
your wedding and create Wedding e-vites on cocodot that will surely
impress all your guests! Established publications such as O
Magazine, InStyle, People, [...]
Posted September 21, 2010
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Article and Photos By Chrissie Boon Recently I thought it would be
a wonderful idea to get a group of local vendors together to do a
fun and flirty photo shoot. I was finding that brides seemed to be
lacking their usual inspiration when coming in for consultations
and thought what better way to get their creative juices flowing
then to show them the possibilities. Working with a group of all
female owned and operated businesses was an exciting concept and
seeing the visions everyone brought to the table was inspiring.
Everyone had their own unique style and flair which, when all [...]
Posted September 17, 2010
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The
Bridal Fantasy Group wants to thank Metro Edmonton for the recent
mention of
The Bridal
Conference: Fall's Boutique Bridal Show! The show is this
Sunday at the Edmonton Expo Centre and everyone from The Bridal
Conference staff, exhibitors, and bride-to-be attendees are all
preparing themselves for the thousands of dollars worth of
prizes and
giveaways, 80 plus wedding industry
exhibitors,
and the professionally choreographed
fashion show . .
. what more can you ask for? We'll see you all soon at
The
Bridal [...]
Posted September 17, 2010
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For most of us, upon hearing the
word "wedding" an image of a beaming bride surrounded by flowers
and smiling faces comes very easily into our minds. In actuality,
none of us spend too much time thinking about the tremendous amount
of work it can sometimes take to bring the fantasy to life… Until
one experiences the task of planning a wedding first hand. Those of
us who have been actively involved in the planning of a wedding
have all witnessed it first hand, the moment where [...]
Posted September 14, 2010
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Body Magic is an
effective and safe product for anyone that wants to look a little
bit slimmer right before a special event! You can visibly drop 2-3
sizes in simply 10 minutes . . . How, you ask? By using Body Magic.
It not only re-shapes your body, but also smoothes, slims, and
helps you to achieve that hourglass figure that every girl desires.
As their website states: "It's like a liposuction transformation
without the surgery". Ardyss' Body Magic ranges from standard to
custom sizes that also come in a variety [...]
Posted September 10, 2010
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Congrats on your engagement! Now let's make all your dreams come
true for your special day and afterwards.

We've partnered with some amazing companies this year to put
together spectacular prize packages and giveaways to be won by our
Bridal
Conference bride-to-be attendees this September 19, 2010.
Prizes include: - A brand new 2010 Volvo XC60 courtesy of
Volvo of Edmonton - An
All-Inclusive Honeymoon Getaway to Sandals Resort plus a $1000
Flight Centre Voucher (Bridal Conference has partnered with
Flight Centre Group and
Sandals [...]
Posted August 27, 2010
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Before tying the knot at an
intimate Fairytale wedding in Santa Barbara, Mike Comrie and Hilary
Duff signed a prenuptial agreement. Though they don't sound very
romantic, prenups are actually an extremely smart way to organize
finances, property ownership, debt resolution and asset division,
etc., should something happen to end a marriage. What does this
mean? That couples know where they stand financially at the
beginning of their life together. Basically, if Hilary and Mike
split up, they already have agreements in place to protect their
respective interests, and [...]
Posted August 26, 2010
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Posted August 24, 2010
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Hollywood glamour. Bold colours.
Unique sets. The day has been such a success. Our models have been
chanelling the likes of Audrey Hepburn and Jackie O, and rocking
custom statement jewelry with plenty of panache.

Here are more on the scene shots
of our girls showing off next year's trends in wedding gowns and
bridesmaid dresses from designers including Maggie Sottero, Martina
Liana, ADK, and [...]
Posted August 23, 2010
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We recently came across photos of some amazing cakes and we
followed the icing trail back to
Artista Cakes' Fan Page! Not only did their cakes look
scrumptiously delectable, the themes and designs of some of the
cakes and cupcakes were so imaginative and beautiful that it's
almost a shame to ever have to cut any of their cakes! From Alice
in Wonderland, Dr. Seuss, a large iPhone, Thomas the Train, unique
patterns, to intricate floral designs, Artista Cakes can create a
cake for any occasion. [...]
Posted August 17, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
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The Bridal Conference: Fall's Boutique Bridal Show, is an intimate
and interactive way to educate today's engaged couples on planning
their wedding and their futures. It's only weeks away. On September
19, 2010, at the Edmonton Expo Centre, engaged couples, their
friends, and their families will be treated to two professionally
choreographed fashion shows featuring the latest in bridal gowns,
bridesmaid dresses, formalwear, and more. They'll also be
introduced to a variety of wedding resources and have the
opportunity to browse hundreds of beautiful gowns in our vendors
selling booths. And that's just the [...]
Posted August 17, 2010
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The votes are in for SEE
Magazine's 15th Annual Best of Edmonton reader poll! Drum roll
please . . . Derks Formals has been voted the #1 Formal shop in
Edmonton! Locally owned, operated, and serving Canadians since
1939, Derks pays the highest attention to detail and quality. Their
professionally trained, eager, knowledgeable, and friendly fashion
consultants are always ready to assist you. With try-on service and
on-site tailoring available at each store location, Derks has
suits, tuxedos, and Western Canada's largest accessory collection.
Derks would like to thank [...]
Posted August 10, 2010
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Now in its 4th year of
publication,
RainbowWeddingNetwork
Magazine is a informative resource for LGBT couples looking for
more information on ceremony trends, government legislation, as
well as honeymoon & travel ideas, family planning resources,
and more. With Proposition 8 being overturned recently (AKA the
California Marriage Protection Act, which denied recognition of
same sex marriages), RainbowWeddingNetwork has cause to celebrate.
Plus, they have just released their first nationally distributed
2010 Gay & Lesbian Wedding Planning Resource Guide. In addition
to print, Rainbow's online community [...]
Posted August 6, 2010
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Vancouver based
jewellery design company
Lemon
Park takes a bold, modern and adventurous approach to their
jewellery designs. Using beads and semi-precious stones that have
been personally sourced and selected by the Lemon Park team, those
who wear their jewellery can feel confident that they are wearing
unique, hand-made pieces. After years of working in places like
Antarctica, Europe and Northern Canada, creator and designer Tania
Gleave designed her first 'Rocks' necklace with stones that she had
acquired during her travels. The story behind each necklace and
[...]
Posted July 30, 2010
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With the growing trend of
destination weddings, couples are constantly trying to find the
next new and exciting location to have their dream wedding. One hot
location to consider is the French Polynesian Islands. This
paradise is an archipelago with more than a hundred different
islands that you can have your once in a lifetime wedding on. With
a staggering 118 islands to choose from, you will surely find an
island that will have everything you've ever dreamed of for your
wedding . . . and perhaps even more! Famous [...]
Posted July 28, 2010
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Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! This is going to be one
of the most exhilarating times in your life, so why not add to the
excitement and enter our Bridal Fantasy Sweepstakes? Enter for your
chance to win some awesome prizes, like a trip to Paris! Paris -
the city of Romance and Love . . . can you think of a better place
for a romantic getaway for you and the love of your life?
Posted July 28, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
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It's that time of the year again! On September 19, 2010,
Bridal Conference: Fall's Boutique Bridal Show will take place at
the Edmonton Expo Centre. This is a must- attend event for engaged
couples, their friends, and their families. Couples will have the
opportunity to win over $90 000 in prizes and gifts, and meet with
wedding industry experts to get the resources and knowledge they
need to plan their big day. Plus, ladies looking for the perfect
[...]
Posted July 23, 2010
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"Something Old, Something New,
Something Borrowed, Something Blue, and a Silver Sixpence in Her
Shoe."
The quote above is familiar, and full of history. Britain's silver
sixpence was in circulation from 1551 to 1967. The tradition of
incorporating these elements into the bride's wedding dress and
accessories likely became popular during the Victorian era (Approx.
1837-1900). Inspired by this wedding ritual,
Malene Grotrian Design
helps brides to restore their mother's or grandmothers wedding
dress and turn it into a modern couture wedding for the new [...]
Posted July 21, 2010
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Bridal showers are an opportunity for those closest to the bride to
"shower" her with their love, best wishes, and fabulous gifts. It
is a tradition that has been happening since the sixteenth century.
Since then, not much has changed. Bridal showers of all sorts today
still encompass pretty much the same essence and etiquette. One
thing should always be kept in mind when planning a bridal shower:
the theme should suit the bride's personality and style. Recently,
in the At Home section of the Edmonton Journal, a Mexican themed
[...]
Posted July 16, 2010
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Be Nice and Treat Yourself,
Guilt-Free
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. [...]
Posted July 15, 2010
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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.
Use Gentle Cleansers & Moisturizers
Be gentle to your skin, especially
the few months before the [...]
Posted July 14, 2010
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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 [...]
Posted July 13, 2010
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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
[...]
Posted July 12, 2010
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Text and Photos by Sarah Pukin
Biography Sarah
Pukin Photography is a modern, edgy & fashionable Wedding &
Boudoir Photography boutique located in Calgary, AB. Recently
Sarah was recognized for being in the top 5% of wedding
photographers in the world and received the Brides Choice award
2010 from Wedding Wire. Sarah believes that every couple has a
different love story, and a different style. She will capture your
wedding discreetly and professionally while bringing her
considerable expertise and experience within the worlds of
weddings, high fashion and photojournalism. Sarah shoots both
locally and internationally.
Posted June 23, 2010
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Your wedding. You thought the day
would never come, that the rollercoaster of parties and planning
would never end. But, now your wedding is over and you've come back
from the honeymoon, it's time to express your gratitude and
appreciation for your guests' and for their wonderful wedding
gifts. You may think that the task seems daunting, especially if
you've had a large wedding, but it is a necessary step. Plus, the
experience of reflecting on the gifts �“ both material and
spiritual �“ that your family and friends [...]
Posted June 23, 2010
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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.
Go big with a corner to corner couple's collage, or keep it subtle
with a small picture of the two [...]
Posted June 22, 2010
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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.
Posted June 17, 2010
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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 [...]
Posted June 1, 2010
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Founder and master decorator
Chrissie Boon of 'Too Nice to Slice' cake shop truly creates cakes
that are literally too nice to slice. 'Too Nice to Slice' makes
custom cakes to satisfy their clients' exact desires. The Kitchener
Ontario cake maker has earned international attention, with cakes
featured in numerous international cake magazines such as Wedding
Cakes a Design Source and Wedding Ring Magazine. As well, 'Too Nice
to Slice' recently won the WeddingWire 2010 Bride's Choice Award
for Wedding Cakes [...]
Posted May 25, 2010
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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"When I got sick of people asking
if I'd be insulted if they paid me to play their wedding, I decided
to become the best wedding singer in the world. I love weddings. I
love wedding music. I love playing the Greatest Songs of All Time.
I play originals too - but I won't play a song of mine unless
it can stand up next to The Beatles." - Ben Rose
Ben Rose Wedding Band is a great
source for live wedding music in Alberta. Ben Rose's fresh take on
classics [...]
Posted May 18, 2010
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By Joanne
Black
Joanne has been working as a Makeup
Artist internationally for 17 years. Celebrities,
international fashion shows, magazine editorials, weddings, and TV
appearances are all part of her long resume. Now living in Calgary,
Joanne continues with her passion on making women feel beautiful.
More examples of her work can be viewed at www.behance.net/JoanneB
Every bride wants to look their
most beautiful on their wedding day and a crucial part of that is
how their makeup looks. If you are planning [...]
Posted May 12, 2010
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Top 10 Groom's Survival
Tips Although most of our blogs are for the brides to be,
this one is for the grooms...
There are some things that a guy just has to know when preparing
for the big day. With these tips, getting ready for the big day
should be a bit more manageable.
1. Make a date with your fiance to
get the marriage license. You must purchase your marriage license
from the province/territory/country where your wedding will take
place. If you are planning to marry in another country, [...]
Posted April 9, 2010
by Feather Elfwand
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The jewellery that you choose to
wear on your wedding day is the single element that ties your whole
look together. Are you looking for something glam and vintage, or
delicate and feminine? Ostentatious, or subtle?

Traditionally, bridal jewellery is
characterized by white crystal or pearls in a silver or gold
setting. This look is timeless and lovely, but for those brides out
there who are looking for something a little more unique, there are
many [...]
Posted April 1, 2010
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Lipstick is the quickest and
easiest way to define your personality and bring a splash of colour
to your face. It is the world's most widely used cosmetic product,
and not only gives colour to the face, but can actually protect the
lips from damaging environmental effects.
Consider the look that you want for
your wedding, and be sure that whoever is doing your makeup
understands what you want. Do a dress-rehearsal at least a few days
before the wedding to make sure that you look exactly [...]
Posted March 23, 2010
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A bride's bouquet is just as much a
part of her wedding ensemble as her gown and veil. Empty hands look
lonely, and carrying flowers is a traditional and romantic way to
complete your look.
With so many different flowers and
arrangements to choose from, making the decision can be exceedingly
difficult. How big do you want your bouquet to be? What kind of
flowers? Do you want to use only one kind, or a variety?
Compare the sizes and colours of
the flowers that you have chosen to the colour of your gown to make
[...]
Posted March 10, 2010
by Fairy Godmother
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"Someday, when I'm awfully low, I will feel a glow just thinking of
you, and the way you look tonight." ~ "The Way You Look Tonight" by
Frank Sinatra and from "My Best Friend's Wedding"
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 [...]
Posted March 1, 2010
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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1) Having a wedding planner will
save you time, giving you a chance to be inspired and creative. 2)
Wedding planners are always looking for new ideas and researching
to find all the new wedding trends. Our knowledge is at your
fingertips, let us be creative with you! 3) Wedding planners have
contacts in the industry that we deal with on a continuous basis.
Not only are we confident in their work but we also get discounts
from most vendors as well, making it easy to find [...]
Posted February 23, 2010
by Thorn Yewtree
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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 [...]
Posted February 18, 2010
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We've all been there, sitting at a beautiful
wedding ceremony when the music stops and there is "dead air". The
CD or MP3 recording has stopped and the bridesmaid is not quite
down the aisle. Instantly, the romantic atmosphere of the entire
ceremony is in jeopardy. Live musicians ensure that this won't
happen to you. Your music will be seamless, uninterrupted and
totally unique to you on your dream day. Live musicians can also
enhance your [...]
Posted January 27, 2010
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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What a wonderful time! Both Calgary and Edmonton Bridal Fantasy
were huge successes - thanks to everyone who came out to the show
:)

Melanie Sinneave, our Calgary
Fantasy Wedding Package grand prize winner (groom-to-be is Steve
McDonald) is shown here with her mom (right) and Gay Derk (left),
the owner and producer of Bridal Fantasy. Her prizes include a
7-day honeymoon trip to Barbados courtesy of
AMA Travel, a $2500 wedding gown from
Bells
& Bows Bridal Centre, a $5000 [...]
Posted January 11, 2010
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Bridal Fantasy is the leading one-day bridal show in Western
Canada. With shows in
Edmonton and
Calgary , brides are sure to find everything they need
for planning their special day. With an amazing professionally
choreographed bridal fashion show, and an eclectic mix of
exhibitors, brides and grooms can have all their wedding day
questions answered. Plus you can win Fantastic Prizes - Like a
Volvo c30 courtesy of Volvo of Edmonton, and so much more!
Enter Our Sweepstakes Draw Here.
You can win [...]
Posted January 4, 2010
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On gowns… top three: The fabulous, elegant ball gown is making a
comeback for this next bridal season.

On the
other side, we are still seeing the body-hugging silhouette, great
for a girl with a fab figure. Fifties-style glamour is back in with
its full-out Hollywood style and glamour. Big bows, belted
waistlines and the absolutely stunning couture you see in "Mad
Men".
Posted December 28, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
in
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One trendy post processing technique is
called Texturing. The key to texturing is picking the right type of
textures, and the right combination to give the photo a special
feel.
Boe Lefebvre, of Pokedog Photography,
utilizes a variety of techniques. For example, he says:
"I might overlay an image of a scuffed
up cement wall to give the [...]
Posted December 18, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
in
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The days of hiring a wedding photographer strictly for formal
portraits are fading fast. Wedding photography has transformed, and
is continuing to transform dramatically. Photographers are taking
more creative approaches to their work, as well as becoming more
competitive in what they have to offer. Clients are also demanding
more and more.

With this
explosion in the industry, there's been a move toward photography
that combines traditional photography with fine art. Digital
photography has given the photographer new artistic mediums in
which to play. [...]
Posted December 10, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
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If you're looking for bridesmaid
dresses, you can't afford to skip
Wedding World.
With the variety of colours, fabrics, and price points, you'll be
sure to find something that catches your eye. They carry
children's, plus size, and maternity gowns, so everyone on your
party is covered. I love these sky blue dresses with the gathered
detail and simple belting. The simple, elegant cut is fun, formal,
and can be worn again. Wedding World also has a tonne of bridal
gowns. Some of the brands available are [...]
Posted December 4, 2009
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What is cuter, or more special, than the little guys that celebrate
our weddings with us.

Check out Spencer in this formal suit, jacket, pants, vest, shirt
and tie. All for $99 as part of Derks' Little Nippers Collection.
Photo courtesy of Andrew Peter Bradley
(www.andrewpeterphotographer.com)
Here are some tips to help you keep your little gentleman happy and
handsome (or little lady looking her best):
- Dress them at the last possible minute
- Make sure they have access to videos, snacks and toys
- Little ones need big, big [...]
Posted November 23, 2009
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I love these invitations! You can plant them! Each sheet contains a
variety of wildflower seeds, and yes, the entire sheet can be
planted. Bird's Eye, Clarkia, Black Eyed Susan, Poppy, Catchfly and
Snap Dragon are some of the gifts each invitation could contain for
your invitee. According to
Botanical
Paperworks, all you do is place the sheet on top of a pot of
soil or small patch of garden, and then cover with a thin layer or
soil. This paper is made from [...]
Posted November 17, 2009
by Columbine Rainbowwand
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Candy buffets are a delicious and
colourful way to add a playful, classic touch to your wedding
reception. A table full of treats is an irresistible draw for
guests, not to mention a great conversation piece. If you're
looking for an alternative to traditional favours, candy buffets
are an affordable choice your guests will surely appreciate.
If you like the idea of a candy
buffet, but you don't have time to set one up yourself, no worries!
Edmonton's own M&K Candy Buffet Inc. has you covered. M&K
provides a candy buffet service to Weddings/Bridal showers/seasonal
parties/ ETC [...]
Posted October 8, 2009
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Photo booth rentals are a
great way to liven up your wedding reception with a new, sleek
modern design, you have a great spin on the traditional photo
booth. This is one of the biggest trends and it makes for a fun and
entertaining addition to your party. Guests get a great take-home
gift and it gives some wonderful memories for the bride and
groom.
You get four hours of
[...]
Posted October 2, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
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Wedding Essentials

photo source:
www.weddingstar.com Guest favors are a unique and
practical way to add color or personalization to any event. Not
only can they be used to complete your decor, but will also be a
great keepsake for your guests. Edmonton Wedding and Party Centre
is an exclusive retailer or both Kate Aspen and Wedding Star
products that are sure to add a bit of wow to any wedding! Visit
www.edmontonwedding.com for more details.
[...]
Posted September 30, 2009
by Columbine Goblinfilter
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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" [...]
Posted August 14, 2009
by Thorn Yewtree
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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
Posted May 15, 2009
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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Get the shots you want on
your big day! By a landslide, photography is the #1
option when it comes to capturing memories from the biggest day of
your life. Before the wedding, it's important to meet with your
photographer so that you can give them direction as to what shots
you definitely want. Maybe you want to ensure you have a candid
[...]
Posted May 8, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
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Severed Shoe - a broken heel is basically impossible to
fix on the spot so act like a boy scout and always be prepared.
Bring an extra pair of shoes with you. They don't have to be the
exact same shoe - just have the same heel height. If you don't have
a spare pair, don't do barefoot - at least not for the ceremony or
the pictures. Borrow some shoes from a guest or one of [...]
Posted May 8, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
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Check out this great blog post we found - an amazing way to create
your own inspiration boards for your wedding day (or anything
else!). It has great tips on an easy way to make up a insipiration
board tailored to your specific tastes without having to know a
whole lot about computer programs!
http://www.weddingbee.com/2009/05/08/how-to-make-an-inspiration-board/
Have fun :)
Posted May 1, 2009
by Thorn Yewtree
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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 [...]
Posted March 27, 2009
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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You can create a world filled with nature's magic on your special
day.

Fill your day with all the
romantic glowers and blooms that represent a stroll in a
garden...flowergirls with flower baskets overflowing with petal
perfect blooms. Stay to the soft romantic palettes with soft pinks,
white and the fresh greens inspired by nature. Carry the look over
to your venue with bird cages or lanterns for centerpieces. 1.
Elbow Park
in Calgary, AB 2. Chair Decor by
Special Event
Rentals 3. Chair Decor by
Special Event
Rentals 4. All [...]
Posted March 24, 2009
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
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Wedding Essentials

Wanting to go a little on the
wild side? Then introduce a bohemian vibe to your wedding with some
magenta, purple, golden yellow and sky blue. Work that little bit
of whimsy in with your cake, your invitations by using personal
touches, colour and design or in your flowers. Use a lot of colour
and optimism, it's your wedding. A time to celebrate after all,
it's not all doom and gloom out there. The Bohemian Bride
definitely gives out a positive, colourful, creative energy vibe.
Posted March 20, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
in
Wedding Essentials

Bold and beautiful is the key
for wedding colors this year. Past color schemes such as lilac with
purple tones, or chocolate browns with soft greens are likely to
continue, but will be reinvented through outbursts of fresher, more
vivid colors. No matter which color you choose, think bright,
saturated, and exotic. So how do you use these bright colors
without going overboard? The trick is to have the major elements
simple and classic. Keep your wedding gown elegant and traditional
and carefully coordinate it with your bridesmaid's dresses and
groomsmen [...]
Posted March 11, 2009
by Columbine Goblinfilter
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Venues,
Wedding Essentials

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 [...]
Posted February 19, 2009
by Thorn Yewtree
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Wedding Essentials
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
[...]
Posted February 13, 2009
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
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Valentine's day is the final day for you to enter the Bridal
Fantasy Sweepstakes for your chance to win the amazing weekend trip
to Las Vegas for a Girl's Night Out! This fabulous vacation
includes a stagette trip to Las Vegas for you and three friends,
sponsored by
Uniglobe Geo Travel and Air Canada Vacations.

This awesome
weekend trip (winner's choice of three or four days) includes
airfare and accommodations at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino!
Head over to the brand-new
website and [...]
Posted January 6, 2009
by Feather Elfwand
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Wedding Essentials

Bridal Fantasy is back! This
is the one wedding show you DO NOT want to miss. Bridal Fantasy:
The Boutique Bridal Show hits Calgary on January 18, 2009 at the
TELUS Convention Centre. Edmonton brides can check out Bridal
Fantasy on January 25, 2009 at Northlands. You can thousands in
prizes, including a Fantasy Wedding Package! The fabulous honeymoon
trip for Calgary is a 8-day trip to Egypt, courtesy of AMA Travel.
Other amazing prizes for our Calgary Show:
- a 2 hour
engagement session with a coffee table book from Andrew [...]
Posted October 21, 2008
by Columbine Goblinfilter
in
Wedding Essentials
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 [...]
Posted September 8, 2008
by Feather Elfwand
in
Wedding Essentials
Take a look around your home. You've decorated in colours that are
attractive to you. Why not use that to help plan the colours for
your wedding? Here are some of our favourite choices for that
special day:
Yellow: yellow is a great colour for
summer weddings. Make sure to choose a range of yellows that have
enough contrast to your bridal gown. Tulips and daffodils, daises
and sunflowers - these are all great yellows to pull from. If
you're looking for some extra texture and interest add some blue or
green.
Green: green goes will with almost any
colour. By using [...]
Posted August 22, 2008
by Bracken Goblinshimmer
in
Wedding Essentials

Well ladies, the fall season
is fast approaching and with it, the fall bridal shows. Be sure to
check out The Bridal Conference: Diamonds & Divas happening
September 21, 2008 in the newest hall of Northlands, Edmonton. This
is the fourth year of the intimate and interactive bridal show, and
it's going to be fabulous! There is the Boutique Bridal Gown Sale
where you can find your perfect dress for an amazing price.
Preceding the fashion show is a Video Wedding Planning Session,
where experts educate brides-to-be on different aspects of [...]
Posted July 30, 2008
by Yarrow Elfshimmer
in
Wedding Essentials

If you're looking
for some great ideas for your wedding but don't know where to
start, check out one of our favourite sites, Polyvore.com. This
site allows you to drag and drop images into a 'set', creating
colour coordination, themes and inspiration. This is a great way to
start your wedding planning. If you are using a wedding planner you
can take your sets in and this gives your planner a great jumping
off point for your wedding. You can search by colours, themes, and
even upload your own images!
Posted July 28, 2008
by Thorn Yewtree
in
Wedding Essentials
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, [...]
Posted July 28, 2008
by Thorn Yewtree
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Wedding Essentials
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.
Get [...]
Posted July 22, 2008
by Feather Elfwand
in
Wedding Essentials

Picking wedding flowers can
be a challenge. If you pick flowers that are in season, you can
save yourself a bundle. You can get flowers that are out of season
but you will pay more for them. Talk with your florist about your
options. Roses are available all year round but you will pay more
in the month of February.