Introducing Pantone’s Very-Peri Roseanne Murray, La Fleur Edits Each year Pantone releases their ‘Color of The Year’, and for 2022 they have revealed Very-Peri.  It’s a playful lilac purple and it’s the perfect addition to Spring and Summer weddings. There are so many ways to creatively incorporate colours into your wedding day, from flowers, bridesmaid dresses, hair accessories, to manicures. We joined forces with local businesses, Adorn Boutique, Sugarcoat, and Flowers by Janie, to showcase the fun and intricate ways to seamlessly incorporate Pantone’s Very-Peri into your various weddi ..read more

Roseanne Murray, La Fleur Edits It’s almost time for your engagement session, yay! If you’ve chosen a more casual look for your engagement session wardrobe, we’ve collected our favourite ideas below. No matter the location of your shoot, always keep in mind how your chosen outfits look together. Pay attention to patterns that might clash, colours that don’t compliment each other, and try not to match your outfits. Try to wear colours that offer a complimentary contrast so your styled looks can be cohesive, yet not too similar. There are so many ways to dress which are casual yet smart, and we ..read more

Roseanne Murray, La Fleur Edits You’re engaged; congratulations! A new engagement is worth celebrating, and there’s no better way to cherish this joyful stage of your lives than with an engagement session.   For many couples, this could be the first time you’ve had photos taken together. We completely understand it can be intimidating, but don’t worry; our shoots are very relaxed and fun! We’ve compiled some tips to keep in mind when preparing for engagement sessions, as well as pointers for the day of. From wardrobe ideas to tips on calming any nerves; we’ve got you. We want you to ..read more

If you’d like to get a jump start on the season, don’t wait to book one of our holiday mini sessions.  This year I’m teaming up with Sweet Bloom Floral Design and 206 Event Co. to offer mini shoots for couples, families or even a group of best friends.  Annex Ale Project is hosting us Monday, November 9th. What you need to know: Each 30-minute session includes 10 high-resolution images provided in an online gallery with full printing permission. 206 Event Co. and Sweet Bloom Floral Design are creating a cozy and chic winter set for photos.   Take home the holiday spirit wit ..read more

Congratulations, you’re engaged! Before you get caught up in a blur of planning, stop and take it all in.  An engagement session is the perfect way to do that.  One of the most common questions I get asked is “what to wear to your engagement session”.  I have a number of wardrobe tips that apply to any season.  That said, I did just photograph the prettiest, Fall Look Book for Adorn Boutique in Inglewood.  Brides, this post has an extra spoonful of autumn just for you.   Wardrobe Dos Do coordinate your outfits.  Your outfits should complement each other.&nbs ..read more

As a wedding photographer, I see A LOT of different gowns.  When I first meet my brides, I try to imagine what their dress will be like.  Will it be sophisticated and traditional or dreamy and bohemian?  When I photographed my first Lis Simon bridal gown, I was completely smitten.  The best part is that this designer brand is based right here in Calgary and many styles are available at Cameo & Cufflinks. I reached out to the marketing team at Lis Simon to get the scoop.  Read on…     How it came to be? Lis Simon was founded in 2009 by a husband and wife ..read more

When I hear the words pink bridal bouquet ideas, I can’t help but think of the movie Steel Magnolias.  You know the quote, “my colors are blush and bashful. I have chosen two shades of pink, one is much deeper than the other.” Don’t hate me but pink is not my favourite colour.  It wasn’t until I joined the wedding industry that I began to appreciate the true value of pink.  It’s actually quite versatile, encompassing every shade from pale blush to deep magenta.  Calgary wedding florist, Flowers by Janie has me expanding my pink horizons this summer with these three smile-in ..read more

My name is Tara Whittaker and I’m a Pinterest addict.  Has anyone else found Pinterest to be a spellbinding getaway from our current reality?  I’ve been searching for everything from inspiration for my shady backyard to fresh summer salads to fall wedding ideas in 2020.  What wedding trends have you been seeing and loving? I teamed up with Janelle from Flowers by Janie and Joanna Bisley Design on an inspiration shoot for autumn that’s rustic but still sophisticated.  It highlighted some imagery that has caught my eye of late. A natural ceremony backdrop I love a cerem ..read more