‘Will you marry me?’ is a question that resonates differently for each couple. For some, it may signify their lifelong dream coming true. Others might just melt and feel overwhelmed by what the question means. Some couples may have overcome past relationships and may have even gotten married in the past, making a second chance at a lifetime commitment even more meaningful.    Photo by Nikki Collette Photography  What makes the perfect wedding proposal? Proposals are big moments in life that say you are ready to take the next step in your relationship. It can be adventurous, pas ..read more

As you probably know by now, planning a wedding is no easy feat. It involves more than choosing the right dress or deciding whom to invite. Design is also a crucial element of wedding planning. But how exactly does one “design” a day as special as a wedding? How different is wedding design from wedding planning? And do you really need to hire a wedding designer? We will answer all these questions and more in this article.    Photo by: Minted Photography    Definition of Wedding Design Wedding design involves laying down a cohesive and personalised vision for your weddin ..read more

When Nikki Collette Photography came to us with an idea to do a metallic infused wedding design, we were immediately intrigued. After having a chat about her vision, she let us do our thing and we quickly got to work on the design board.   The new Albertan wedding venue, Tin Roof Event Centre, served as the perfect location for this dreamy wedding shoot. Located in Lacombe, Alberta, this venue features grand windows overlooking the fields, a wedding suite for the wedding party, an in house bar and our favourite part - a tin roof.         We decided to shoot ..read more

   Whether you’re a native to the Rockies or coming from afar, these venues are the perfect places to say your vows to one another. With options in Calgary, Banff, Lethbridge and even Field, British Columbia, these are some of the most breathtaking and romantic venues you can find. Scroll down to see eleven of the best wedding venues to host your outdoor ceremony. Photo: Minted Photography Pine and Pond Style: Simple + Natural Location: Ponoka, Alberta Capacity: 200 Enjoy exchanging vows beside a quaint pond, surrounded by majestic trees. You can dine and dance in the grand clear te ..read more

   Photo: Jamie Anholt // Florals: Fall For Florals   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, to educate you on what makes flowers high end, where to stretch your budget and more. Keep reading to see what Brittany from Pine For Cedar and Kelly and Lindsey from Fall For Florals have to sh ..read more

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. Second, was the pale blue palette that we saw on a cake and just knew that was going to be a main component of our design. You’ll see touches of whimsy and elegance that make you think of a quaint parisian town in the south of France. From the petite gâteaux at the table settings to the vintage street lamps, every detail was thoug ..read more

Whether you’re looking for an intimate indoor affair or dinner and dancing under the stars, these wedding venues will have you ready to say “I do” to booking them for your wedding. We’re giving you all the goods on our favourite Calgary wedding venues (and beyond), saving you one of the most time-consuming steps in your wedding planning process.   The Gathered Nomad by NK Photography   The Gathered is a small family-run farm located outside of Calgary, Alberta. They are the dream wedding venue when it comes to Calgary farm wedding venues. Their specialty is weddings, farm dinne ..read more

  Image provided by The Social Page   So you are newly engaged, CONGRATULATIONS! Since downloading The Engagement Guide FREEBIE I am sure you have a crystal clear idea of the things you need to do when you are newly engaged! Once you are ready to start diving into designing and planning your wedding (now that’s the fun part) you are going to begin researching vendors. I thought I would save you the hassle of this research and sat down with Calgary wedding stationery designers, Ali & Claudette, with The Social Page to get all the details on wedding stationery and 2021 wedding sta ..read more

One of the most exciting things to choose when you start planning your wedding are your wedding colours. But this fun task can quickly become overwhelming, with so many options and palettes to choose from, how can you possibly decide? The colours you select go much further than being the bridesmaids dresses and groomsmen attire choices. Your wedding palette will be infused into the floral design and reception tablescape design right down to the invitations (the first impression) and the guest favours (the lasting impression). Here’s a few tips to help you decide on your perfect wedding colours ..read more

Your wedding is a day that will be captured in photo and even video, and will be remembered for years to come, which is why you want to look nothing short of fabulous. Making sure you have those finishing touches are just as important as having the perfect gown or suit. We’re sharing our five favourite Canadian jewelry designers to help you find the pieces that speak to you, that will compliment your attire, and make you shine on your big day.   Joanna Bisley Designs    Joanna Bisley is an award winning Canadian Bridal Accessories and Wedding Jewelry designer based in Calgary ..read more