As the snow-covered mountains stood witness, love blossomed in a classic and elegant black-tie affair at the iconic Banff Springs Hotel. The terrace, overlooking the majestic snowy landscape, set the stage for Laura and Nate’s wedding that was as enchanting as the winter wonderland itself. Photography: Katelyn Anne Photography Nature’s Canvas: White Florals Amidst Snowy […]

As the snow-covered mountains stood witness, love blossomed in a classic and elegant black-tie affair at the iconic Banff Springs Hotel. The terrace, overlooking the majestic snowy landscape, set the stage for Laura and Nate’s wedding that was as enchanting as the winter wonderland itself. Photography: Katelyn Anne Photography Nature’s Canvas: White Florals Amidst Snowy […]

Your journey towards “happily ever after” is a remarkable chapter in your love story, and it deserves a setting that’s as enchanting as the tale you’ve woven together. Canada, with its vast and diverse landscapes, along with its array of architectural wonders, welcomes you with open arms to celebrate your love in venues that promise […]

Photographer: Heidrich Photography When love is celebrated amidst the cozy familiarity of home, magic happens. As wedding planners, we’ve had the privilege of orchestrating some truly heartwarming weddings, and today, we’re excited to share the delightful story of a couple who tied the knot in the bride’s mom’s backyard, surrounded by garden mums that would […]

Photographer: Nicole Sarah Photography Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, but it can also be overwhelming, especially when it comes to budgeting. Couples often find themselves wondering, “How much does a wedding cost?” Well, we’ve got you covered. Here, we will break down the average expenses involved in planning a wedding, giving you a […]

Photography: Nicole Sarah Photography Planning an elopement is an exciting and intimate way to say “I do” with your partner. Whether you’re dreaming of a romantic mountaintop ceremony or a beachside exchange of vows, eloping offers a unique and personal experience. To help you make your elopement a success, we’ve put together the ultimate elopement […]

Traditional weddings often feature the usual elements: a big dress, first dance, and sharp tux. However, it’s important to note that there are no set rules when it comes to weddings. Couples can choose to break away from the traditional and create a celebration that is truly unique to them. In fact, weddings are often […]

Getting engaged is exciting but that excitement can soon turn to overwhelm at the thought of planning your wedding. Venues, flowers, guests, where to start? We’re here to help you with just that.

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When it comes to wedding flowers, there are so many things that play a part in your final design, colour palette and ultimately the price. We don’t want wedding flowers or conversations with florists to be intimidating or confusing, so we interviewed two amazing Calgary florists to get a better idea of what goes on behind the scenes…

We were inspired by a few things when conceptualizing this design. First, was the yearning to travel at a time when that was not possible (thanks, Covid). France has always held an air of mystique and romance that we wanted to capture right here in Calgary, Alberta.

We’re so glad you asked! This can be a tricky one to figure out when you’re newly engaged and starting to look for professional help to plan your wedding. Who do you need and who do you hire? We’re here to break it all down for you so you can make the best decision for your wedding.

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