Every little part of your look has to be picture perfect for your special day. From your head to your toes, you need to look prim and proper.

Nails can be a tricky thing to decide on. Everything from colours, to design, even the medium you use can send you into a frenzy of confusion and stress. 

Here's a quick guide on fun fingernail frills:

1. If you have nice nails naturally, get a manicure. Plain and simple will do the trick. [...]

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.

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

I, myself, was pretty clueless when it came to the idea of wedding favours. I really had no idea what was an appropriate wedding gifts was, or how much it should cost. So, naturally, I asked my mother. She couldn’t even remember what she gave for her wedding gift. Needless to say, I was stuck. So I went to the next most reliable source: Google.

On Google, I found a few great websites on wedding favours, and possible ideas. They included stem-less wine glasses, engraved glass, even some cultural ceramic animals. [...]

 

On your wedding day, you still want to look like yourself, just a more perfect version. This is where make-up comes in, but remember that you still have to suit your theme and be true to yourself. You don't want to have so much make-up on that your groom can barely recognize you.

2012 make-up trends are leaning towards a natural look. Clean, clear skin, and creamy blushes in peaches and pinks. Since vintage glamour is becoming increasingly popular, bright red lips and soft smoky eyes are in. [...]

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!

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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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

What exciting shoots!

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

Venues

• Thanks to Barry and [...]

Adding an Heirloom Twist...

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

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

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

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!

Let the fun begin...

The Edmonton Fringe Festival starts today and runs until August 21st in Old Strathcona. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Festival and what better way to celebrate that accomplishment then by giving out free underwear! That’s right; Derks Menswear will be at the Fringe Festival on Saturday August 13 and August 20, giving away Bjorn Borg underwear! Here’s the catch: to receive the underwear you will have to change into the underwear in our portable change rooms and model them for our [...]

Eating your fruits and veggies is important, particularly for the bride-to-be who is trying to shed those extra pounds and tone up before the wedding. But before you grab that additional stock of celery (or any other type of produce) make sure to look at EWG's Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce before you buy. Their shopper's guide will help you determine which fruits and vegetables have the most pesticide residues and which are the most important to buy organic. You can significantly lower your pesticide intake by avoiding the following 12 "most contaminated" fruits and vegetables [...]

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 [...]

Gay Derk, President of the Bridal Fantasy Group, spent this past weekend enjoying ‘Canada's Organic Capital' with family and friends and ran into a national treasure . . .

David Suzuki pictured with Gay Derk and the Market Manager at Penticton's Farmers Market

This past weekend, on a visit home with my husband, I passed through Cawston in the Simikameen Valley to visit Forbes Farm where my nephew Jeremy was picking cherries. As I am a huge advocate of organic food, I always stop at local organic farms to [...]

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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 . . [...]

What girl (or guy) doesn't all deep down inside covet and dream of natural feeling lashes that are continuously lush, full, and make your eyes simply pop?!? Well very few I would say. Well I'm calling on all the ladies with their hectic and busy schedules . . . *ahem that means all you busy brides-to-be. I've recently discovered this gem of a time and stress saver that is just brilliant! As you all may be wondering now, it's called . . . LashDip!

With just one LashDip application, [...]

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 [...]

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/

* Photos retrieved from Hairstyles-Pedia.com Winter is here and Bridal Fantasy feels that the holidays definitely justify a hairdo update . . . and we're thinking layers! Hairstyles-Pedia.com advises: “Adding layers to long hair is an easy way to instantly update your hairstyle without having to sacrifice hair length or making any extreme changes”. As well, soft layers and waves look amazing and are great for most face shapes as they do not [...]

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

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, [...]

Research on cosmetic acupuncture has shown that the process stimulates the flow of blood and energy through the skin in the face, thereby hydrating and boosting the skin's supply of nutrients and oxygen, and reducing the signs of aging. More importantly, facial rejuvenation acupuncture helps to harmonize the whole body. Acupuncture not only resolves problems at the surface, but it also addresses the internal imbalance causing the problem in the first place. The process begins with a personal consultation and an assessment of your medical history, skin care regime, and lifestyle. Then [...]

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 [...]

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

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

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 [...]

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 [...]

You can never go wrong with an environmentally conscious gift, especially if it's eco-cute! Bamboo Towel Set: Pamper yourself silly. These 100% bamboo towels are as soft as silk! Bamboo is an environmentally-friendly plant that requires an abstinence from pesticides to grow and it's four times more absorbent than cotton. Chase; The Suit Jacket Handbag: A fashionable clutch for the trendy lady. The Chase handbag is made entirely from recycled suit coats (inside and out) making each bag one-of-a-kind. Everything Eco is an on-line [...]

Okay, so you want to keep your wedding enviro-friendly but you don't want to sacrifice anything from your special day. Check out some of the great tips for keeping your wedding green without losing any of the exceptional qualities you want for your wedding day.

One of the biggest ways you can keep your wedding day on the green side is to consider travel in all aspects of your planning. Try choosing a bridal shop close to home or public transit, as you [...]

Everyone wants to reduce their ecological footprint on the earth. With global warming and pollution becoming more apparent everyday, there are some simple ways you can do your part with your wedding.

When choosing your invitations, use a paper that has a high recycled content or is made from an alternative source. Try combining as much of the information as possible onto one card versus printing [...]

So how can you still be ecologically conscious when choosing out your wedding gown or the formalwear for the groom? By doing a little bit of research and checking out some options!

When choosing your gown, why not say no to white? Get a dress in your best colour and truly dazzle with your unique flair. Most of those super-white wedding dresses get that way from a toxic chemical process. Opt for not-quite-white and get a wedding dress made from non-chemically treated, natural, earth-friendly [...]

The reception �“ one of the best parts of the wedding day. When planning your d�cor and menu try to keep some of these ideas in mind.

Grow your own flowers �“ try potted asters, impatiens, mums, dahlias, daisies, tulips, hyacinths, and miniature roses, which are all replantable. Paint some cute pots in your wedding colours and use them as centerpieces. Then your guests can take them home as a wedding favour! Look at using bamboo as a decorating feature or wedding favour �“ [...]