The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island Fall Winter 2015

VANCOUVER ISLAND | FALL/WINTER 2015 Vol 4 No 2

WEDDING WORTHY VENUES WHEN LOCATION IS EVERYTHING ♥

BRIDAL GUIDE TO 100+ ISLAND EXPERTS 5 FASHION EDITORIALS WEDDING FASHION & DESIGN INSPIRATION ♥

TRENDS, IDEAS

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BRIDAL SHOW CALENDAR p43 Bridal Shows & Events across Vancouver Island ~ dates, times & details

BRIDAL GUIDE TO LOCAL EXPERTS p2 & 3 The who’s who of Vancouver Island's best weddings

FROM THE EDITORS: LOOKING BACK p4 REALITY WEDDING STORY: A MAGICAL ISLAND WEDDING MICHAEL HO & EMILY JAMISON p6 & 7 REALITY WEDDING STORY: WEST COAST NUPTIALS TERESA DEMCHUK & JAMES BRENAY p38 & 39 GOING GREEN FOR YOUR WEDDING p8 I DOs & PLEASE DON’Ts: JEWELLERY EDITION p11 TRENDS, IDEAS & FAVOURITE THINGS BRIDES WILL LOVE p14 DESIGN PALETTE: MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL... p16 DESIGN PALETTE: DANNY & EMILY’S WINNING WEDDING p18 WEDDING WORTHY SOUNDS p41 WEDDING WORTHY VENUES p45 to 48

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY p24 to 26 A MOMENT IN TIME p28 A PARKSIDE LOVE STORY p30 to 32 THE LILY MAIDEN p34 The Wedding Ring VANCOUVER ISLAND is sponsored in part by

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BARTENDING SERVICE JOE THE BARTENDER 229 Gorge Road East, Victoria (250) 382-2315 joethebartender@shawlink.ca BEAUTY CHELSEA DAWN MAKEUP ARTISTRY (250) 327-8077 www.chelseadawn.ca info@chelseadawn.ca ♥ ELATE CLEAN COSMETICS Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 580-8534 www.elatebeauty.com hello@elatebeauty.com LONG BEACH ESTHETICS (250) 726-3887 www.longbeachesthetics.com alison@longbeachesthetics.com ♥ MA-LUXE STUDIOS INC Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 1402 Broad Street, Victoria (250) 858-5893 www.ma-luxe.com maluxeit@gmail.com BRIDAL SHOWS ♥ BRIDAL EXHIBITION (888) 501-9696 www.bridalexhibition.ca MODERN BRIDE WEDDING SHOW (250) 929-7620 www.modernbrideshow.com CAKES & CUPCAKES ♥ OOH LA LA CUPCAKES Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 619 Broughton Street, Victoria (250) 590-8019 713 Goldstream Avenue, Unit A, Victoria (250) 478-0704 1391A Hillside Avenue, Victoria (250) 385-0707 www.oohlalacupcakes.ca info@oohlalacupcakes.ca CATERERS ♥ VICTORIA MARRIOTT CATERING SERVICES AND EVENTS Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 480-3817 www.marriottvictoria.com catering@victoriamarriott.com TOQUE CATERING (250) 516-5256 www.toquecatering.com chef@toquecatering.com DÉCOR ♥ BEAUTY BRIDE Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 516-8632 www.beautybride.ca beautybride@live.ca BLISS EVENTS 208 Wallace Street, Nanaimo (250) 591-0550 www.bybliss.com info@bybliss.com BLUE LILY EVENT PLANNING AND RENTALS (250) 732-0222 www.bluelilyevents.com hello@bluelilyevents.com ♥ DECORATE VICTORIA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 480 Tennyson Place, Victoria (250) 382-4833 www.decoratevictoria.com info@decoratevictoria.com EN VIED EVENTS (778) 679-4665 www.enviedevents.ca tricia@enviedevents.ca PARTY MOOD (250) 701-3151 www.partymood.com annepollock@shaw.ca

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♥ BEST WESTERN PREMIER PRESTIGE OCEANFRONT RESORT Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 6929 West Coast Road, Sooke (250) 642-0805 or (877) 737-8443 www.prestigehotelsandresorts.com sooke@prestigehotels.ca

LAVISH ENGAGEMENTS (250) 702-7389 www.lavishengagements.ca olivia@lavishengagements.ca DISC JOCKEYS ♥ HI-WAY PRODUCTIONS Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 888-5440 www.djpro.ca ron@djpro.ca

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FLORAL DESIGNERS ♥ A SEA OF BLOOM FLORAL DESIGNS Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 642-3952 aseaofbloom.com flowers@aseaofbloom.com

♥ THE BUTCHART GARDENS Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay (250) 652-4422 or (866) 652-4422 www.butchartgardens.com weddings@butchartgardens.com

BROWN’S THE FLORIST Victoria, Sidney and Westshore Locations (250) 388-5545 www.brownsflorist.com flowers@brownsflorist.com

CROWN ISLE 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay (250) 703-5000 or (888) 338-8439 www.crownisle.com info@crownisle.com

FLEURTACIOUS BY LYNDA MARIE (250) 882-8262 www.lyndamarie.ca info@lyndamarie.ca GOWNS: BRIDAL ATTIRE ♥ THE BRIDES CLOSET Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 279 Selby Street, Nanaimo (250) 753-4975 www.thebridescloset.com bridescloset@telus.net

♥ DELTA VICTORIA OCEAN POINTE RESORT & SPA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 100 Harbour Road, Victoria (250) 360-5900 or (888) 890-3222 www.deltavictoria.com andrea.gorman@deltahotels.com

KLEINFELD CANADA 176 Yonge Street, Toronto (416) 861-6600 www.kleinfeldbridal.ca kleinfeldbridal@hbc.com ♥ SHADES OF WHITE BRIDAL FASHIONS Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 3497 Saanich Road, Victoria (250) 475-1220 www.shadesofwhite.com info@shadesofwhite.com ♥ VICTORIA BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 2-3948 Quadra Street, Victoria (250) 721-9500 www.victoriabridalboutique.com vbb@shaw.ca CUSTOM GOWNS LILY KENNEDY CUSTOM GOWNS (250) 857-7506 www.lilycustombridal.com info@lilycustombridal.com JEWELLERS ♥ ANN-LOUISE JEWELLERS Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca Victoria, BC (250) 383-9188 www.annlouise.ca fay@annlouise.ca BEKAH-ANNE DESIGNS #9–221 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach (250) 594-8088 www.bekah-anne.com LOCATIONS: WEDDING CEREMONIES & RECEPTIONS ARBUTUS RIDGE GOLF CLUB 3515 Telegraph Road, Cobble Hill (800) 446-5322 www.golfbc.com/courses/arbutus_ridge info_arbutus@golfbc.com ♥ APRIL POINT RESORT & SPA & PAINTER’S LODGE OAK BAY MARINE GROUP Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 370-6503 or (800) 663-7090 www.obmg.com sales@obmg.com

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THE FIRESIDE GRILL 4509 West Saanich Road, Victoria (250) 479-1222 www.firesidegrill.com firesidegrill@shaw.ca HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC 463 Belleville Street, Victoria (250) 386-0450 or (800) 663-7550 www.hotelgrandpacific.com weddings@hotelgrandpacific.com INN AT LAUREL POINT 680 Montreal Street, Victoria (250) 386-8721 or (800) 663-7667 www.laurelpoint.com guestservices@laurelpoint.com LONG BEACH LODGE 1441 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino (877) 844-7873 www.longbeachlodgeresort.com events@longbeachlodgeresort.com ♥ OAK BAY BEACH HOTEL Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 1175 Beach Drive, Victoria (250) 598-4556 or (800) 668-7758 www.oakbaybeachhotel.com info@oakbaybeachhotel.com OCEANFRONT SUITES AT COWICHAN BAY (250) 715-1000 or (800) 663-7898 www.oceanfrontcowichanbay.com info@oceanfrontcowichanbay.com OSWEGO HOTEL 500 Oswego Street, Victoria (877) 767-9346 or (250) 294-7500 www.oswegovictoria.com vpennington@oswegovictoria.com ♥ PARKSIDE VICTORIA RESORT AND SPA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 810 Humboldt Street, Victoria (250) 940-1200 or (866) 941-4175 www.parksidevictoria.com guestservices@parksidevictoria.com

♥ POETS COVE RESORT & SPA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 9801 Spalding Road, South Pender Island (888) 512-POET(7638) or (250) 629- 2100 www.poetscove.com reservations@poetscove.com ♥ SOOKE HARBOUR HOUSE Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 1528 Whiffen Spit Road, Sooke (250) 642-3421 or (800) 889-9688 www.sookeharbourhouse.com events@sookeharbourhouse.com ST. ANN’S ACADEMY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE 835 Humboldt Street, Victoria (250) 953-8829 www.stannsacademy.com stanns.academy@gov.bc.ca TIGH NA MARA SEASIDE SPA RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTRE 1155 Resort Drive, Parksville (250) 248-1855 or (800)-663-7373 www.tigh-na-mara.com info@tigh-na-mara.com VANCOUVER ISLAND CONFERENCE CENTRE 101 Gordon Street, Nanaimo (250) 244-4050 www.viconference.com meet@viconference.com ♥ VICTORIA MARRIOTT INNER HARBOUR Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 728 Humboldt Street, Victoria (250) 480-3800 or (877) 515-2148 www.marriottvictoria.com sales@victoriamarriott.com ♥ THE WESTIN BEAR MOUNTAIN GOLF RESORT AND SPA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria (250) 391-7160 or (888) 533-2327 www.bearmountain.ca info@bearmountain.ca MARRIAGE LICENSE LONDON DRUGS Campbell River, Courtney, Duncan, and Nanaimo (800) 681-6677 www.ldinsurance.ca/marriage MILLINERY Lynda Marie Couture Millinery (250) 882-8262 www.lyndamarie.ca info@lyndamarie.ca PHOTOGRAPHERS CHELSEA DAWN PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 327-8077 www.chelseadawn.ca info@chelseadawn.ca DARREN BECKWITH PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 217-4150 www.darrenbeckwithphotography.com info@darrenbeckwithphotography.com

DELGADO PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 751-3827 www.delgadophotography.ca dave.nunez@delgadophotography.ca ERIN WALLIS PHOTOGRAPHY www.erinwallis.com erin@erinwallis.com FETCHING IMAGE PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 590-6703 www.fetchingimagephoto.com snap@fetchingimage.com FUNKYTOWN PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 813-0846 www.funkytownphotography.com info@funkytownphotography.com

♥ KISS PHOTOGRAPHY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (778) 433-5654 www.kissphotography.ca kissphotography@shaw.ca ♥ KRISTEN BORELLI PHOTOGRAPHY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 739-0911 www.kristenborelliphotography.com kristenborelliphoto@gmail.com

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FALL 2015 NOVOTNY PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 895-1942 www.novotnyphotography.ca snovotnyphotography@gmail.com SZYMON SZYMCZAKOWSKI PHOTOGRAPHY Ucluelet & Tofino (250) 730-1150 www.szymonphotography.com info@szymonphotography.com VIVID PHOTOGRAPHY 207A-335 Wesley Street, Nanaimo (250) 591-6243 www.vividphotography.ca info@vividphotography.ca PHOTOBOOTH FOUR FRAMES PHOTO BOOTH Derek (250) 522-2620 or Lindsay (250) 266-1697 www.fourframesphotobooth.com fourframesphoto@gmail.com PLANNERS, COORDINATORS BLUE LILY EVENT PLANNING & RENTALS (250) 732-0222 www.bluelilyevents.com hello@bluelilyevents.com ♥ DECORATE VICTORIA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 480 Tennyson Place Unit F, Victoria (250) 382-4833 www.decoratevictoria.com info@decoratevictoria.com

♥ DRIFT SPA AT BLACK ROCK OCEANFRONT RESORT Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 726-4809 www.blackrockresort.com spa@blackrockresort.com GROTTO SPA AT TIGH-NA-MARA SEASIDE SPA RESORT (250) 248-1838 www.grottospa.com relax@grottospa.com ♥ LE SOOKE SPA AT BEST WESTERN PREMIER PRESTIGE OCEANFRONT RESORT Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 642-7995 www.lesookespa.com info@lesookespa.com ♥ THE PARKSIDE SPA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 940-1217 www.parksidevictoria.com guestservices@parksidevictoria.com ♥ SANTE SPA AT WESTIN BEAR MOUNTAIN GOLF RESORT Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 391-3920 www.santespavictoria.com victoria@santespa.com

EN VIED EVENTS (778) 679-4665 www.enviedevents.ca tricia@enviedevents.ca

♥ SOOKE HARBOUR HOUSE SPA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 642-3121 www.sookeharbourhouse.com info@sookeharbourhouse.com

LAVISH ENGAGEMENTS (250) 702-7389 www.lavishengagements.ca olivia@lavishengagements.ca

SORA SPA AT HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC (250) 380-7862 www.hotelgrandpacific.com spa@hotelgrandpacific.com

PARTY MOOD (250) 701-3151 www.partymood.com annepollock@shaw.ca

♥ THE SPA AT DELTA VICTORIA OCEAN POINTE RESORT & SPA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 360-5858 www.thespadeltavictoria.com vic.spa@deltahotels.com

WHITE WILLOW EVENT MANAGEMENT www.whitewillowevents.ca info@whitewillowevents.ca REGISTRIES ♥ HUDSON’S BAY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca Nanaimo (250) 390-3141 Victoria Bay Centre (250) 385-1311 Victoria Mayfair Centre (250) 386-3322 www.thebay.com/giftregistry HOME FOR THE HONEYMOON DOWN PAYMENT WEDDING REGISTRY www.homeforthehoneymoon.com info@homeforthehoneymoon.com RENTALS FOR EVENTS PARTY MOOD (250) 701-3151 www.partymood.com annepollock@shaw.ca ♥ DECORATE VICTORIA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 480 Tennyson Place (250) 382-4833 www.decoratevictoria.com info@decoratevictoria.com SPAS ♥ AVEDA SPA at APRIL POINT RESORT Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 285-2668 www.aprilpoint.com aveda_spa@obmg.com ♥ BOATHOUSE SPA & BATHS AT OAK BAY BEACH HOTEL Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 940-0326 www.oakbaybeachhotel.com info@oakbaybeachhotel.com

♥ SUSURRUS SPA at POETS COVE RESORT Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca (250) 629-2113 www.poetscove.com spa@poetscove.com TRANSPORTATION HARBOUR CITY TRANSPORTATION (888) 428-4778 www.goharbourcity.com customerservice@goharbourcity.com TUXEDOS & FORMAL WEAR ♥ HUDSON’S BAY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca Nanaimo (250) 390-3141 Victoria Bay Centre (250) 385-1311 Victoria Mayfair Centre (250) 386-3322 www.thebay.com ♥ OUTLOOKS FOR MEN Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 534 Yates Street, Victoria, (250) 384-2848 53 Station Street, Duncan, (250) 597-2848 www.outlooksformen.com VIDEOGRAPHY DREAM, CREATE www.dreamcreate.ca alana@dreamcreate.ca PAPER HEART FILMS VICTORIA (250) 818-9051 www.paperheartfilms.ca WINERY UNSWORTH VINEYARDS (250) 929-2292 www.unsworthvineyards.com

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COVER PHOTO

PHOTOGRAPHY: Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com) VENUE: St. Ann’s Academy (stannsacademy.com) SHOOT DESIGN: Teresa Brenay & Anne Pollock of Party Mood (partymood.com) DÉCOR: Party Mood (www.partymood.com) BRIDAL GOWN: Available at Kleinfeld Bridal Boutique Canada (kleinfeldbridal.ca) and Shades of White Bridal (shadesofwhite.com) (♥) BRIDESMAID GOWNS: Shades of White Bridal (shadesofwhite.com) (♥) SHOES: Emmy London and Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥) MENSWEAR: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥) MAKE-UP: Elate Clean Cosmetics (elatebeauty.com) (♥) HAIR: Lacey Iris JEWELLERY: Designs by Twyla CATERING: Toque Catering (toquecatering.com) BIRD: Pacific Northwest Raptors (pnwraptors.com) WINE: Unsworth Vineyards (unsworthvineyards.com) CAKE: Party Mood (partymood.com) FLORAL DESIGNER: Brown’s The Florist (brownsflorist.com)

THANK YOU!

Thank you to the brides, wedding experts and associate writers and editors who have contributed to this issue of The Wedding Ring Magazine VANCOUVER ISLAND. Numerous wedding professionals have contributed expert tips, retail or rental products, popular décor and/or photography services for the various features in this issue. Each professional is credited in their respective feature article. The statements, opinions and points of view expressed within this publication do not necessarily represent those of the publisher, advertisers or Wedding Ring Inc. or The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island. Photographs are submitted to Wedding Ring Inc. by vendors for the purpose of publishing online and/or in print and are used with permission. ©2016 Wedding Ring Inc. and The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island. Contents copyrighted. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any article, photograph or artwork without written permission from Wedding Ring Inc. is strictly prohibited.

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GET LOCAL. PLAN FABULOUS! • 3

PHOTO, LEFT: Emmy London by Szymon Szymczakowski Photography (szymonphotography.com)

When we started our Wedding Ring adventure on Vancouver Island several years ago, we started off with a dual mandate.

One was to bring attention to local wedding venues, talent and vendors here on Vancouver Island. The other was to bring international attention to Vancouver Island as a wedding destination. We feel that both are being accomplished through what has turned out to be serendipitous circumstances.

We would first like to thank those on the Island who have been so supportive and creative. We are constantly asked by other magazine editors in Canada how we are getting so many amazing photos. The answer is simple; these fabulous photos are the direct result of both an overwhelming talent pool on Vancouver Island and some obviously fantastic local island and ocean landscapes.

Since Teresa Brenay joined our editing team in 2014, her energy and creativity has taken the magazine to an even higher level. If you don’t believe us, just ask any one of the many witnesses who saw her both run and organize two magazineworthy photo shoots on the same day, on the same street!

That said, we are also grateful to the many off-island wedding industry professionals for their support. Thanks to them, we’ve been able to bring high- end fashion into our shoots, further encouraging our vision of Vancouver Island as the stylish, sophisticated destination wedding location of choice.

In addition, we’d like to recognize the efforts of Jessica Mulroney for pairing Pnina Tornai Kleinfeld-Hudson’s Bay gowns together with Tofino, Nanaimo, Parksville, Campbell River and Victoria wedding professionals in our shoot last January. This was the first time Pnina Tornai gowns have visited Vancouver Island. Within hours of the sneak peek photos going viral, feedback came with love pouring in from admirers around the world— including Pnina Tornai herself.

While in New York for the Pnina Tornai 2014 Fall Trunk Show, we (literally) ran into Emmy Scarterfield on the street. We discovered that her designs are worn by many famous women including Duchess Catherine. Since our chance encounter, Emmy London has been shipping shoes for our shoots, all the way from London, England. Emmy London line is now also featured at Kleinfeld Hudson’s Bay. We love that the attention created by the wedding design and fashion we celebrate, in this magazine and online, truly brings the best of Island weddings to light on a global scale. We hope to continue this trend of mixing local with international in the future. It’s time to let the world come to us for top fashion and design, right here on Vancouver Island! ♥

Laura Kalcsa & Teresa Brenay #getlocalplanfabulous!

PHOTOS, LEFT TO RIGHT: Pnina Tornai by Erin Wallis Photography (erinwallis.com), Emmy London by Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com), Emmy London by Szymon Szymczakowski Photography (szymonphotography.com)

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A REALIT Y WEDDING STORY Michael Ho & Emily Jamison’s wedding day at Brentwood College School (brentwood.bc.ca/eventsrentals/) was filled with fun, laughter, tears, tea ceremonies, and

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BRIDE & GROOM: Michael Ho and Emily Jamison WEDDING DATE: July 26th, 2014 VENUE: Brentwood College School (brentwood.bc.ca/events-rentals/) PHOTOGRAPHY: Fetching Image Photography (fetchingimage.com) JEWELLERY: Armeni Jewelers (armenijewelers.com)

GOWN: Lily Kennedy Custom Gowns (lilycustombridal.com) DJ: Ryan Matthews DJ Productions (ryan.matthews@mail.com) CAKE: Pink Ribbon Bakery (pinkribbonbakery.ca) ENTERTAINMENT: Modern Magic PRE-WEDDING: Moon Water Lodge (moonwaterlodge.com)

DÉCOR: Trend Decor Event Stylist and Rentals (trenddecorevents.com) & Designer Weddings and Special Occasions Rentals (designerweddingsvictoria.com) FLORALS: Florals by Thrifty’s (floral.thriftysfoods.com) MAKE-UP ARTISTRY: Alexandra Foreman Artistry (facebook.com/alexandraformanartistry) HAIR DESIGN: Nomi Salon (nomisalon.com) GET LOCAL. PLAN FABULOUS! • 7

GOING GREEN FOR YOUR WEDDING

Vancouver Island brides and grooms are fortunate to live in

a part of the world where ‘going green’ with any wedding day décor is simple to accomplish and the results are spectacular!

Everywhere you look you’ll find an abundance of greenery, trees, driftwood, ferns, stones, shells, moss, sand, pine cones and more - all free for the taking and usable by creative couples as décor on their wedding days.

The team at The Ring loves skimming Pinterest for creative new Island décor ideas. Here are a few of our favourite pins/ ideas... ♥ Pine cones, shells or stones used to accent name cards on plates - these are pretty and they make great souvenirs. ♥ Wood rounds (thick slices of tree trunks, often with bark

still on) for cake stands or table centrepieces. ♥ Branches which are painted and used to hang fresh florals. Birch branches are trending right now because of their sleek white/grey bark. ♥ Driftwood that has been hollowed out and used to hold candles. ♥ Shells, coated in glitter, and displayed loosely across table tops.

You won’t have to look very far to find original green décor ideas for any wedding design.

Happy hunting! ▪ PHOTO, ABOVE: Wren and Rook Photography (wrenandrook.com) | PHOTO, LEFT: Marnie Recker Photography (marnierecker.com)

PHOTO: Kristopher James Photography (kristopherjamesphotography.com)

I DOs & PLEASE DON’T!s Written by Catherine & Rebekah of Bekah Anne Accessories (bekah-anne.com)

I DOs

PHOTOS: Jennifer Dickinson (jenniferdickinson.ca) ...DO look for quality pieces.

Your jewellery is something you can wear years after your wedding day, so try to find accessories that are well crafted & use quality materials which will stand the test of time. ...DO consider your gown’s silhouette.

A strapless scoop neck or sweetheart cut is perfect for wearing a necklace, while a one-shoulder or bateau neckline will be more suited to a cuff bracelet & larger earrings. If you have a low back or backless dress, try a necklace that highlights this feature. ...DO consider the material.

A gown with heavy beading looks best with subtle accessories such as a pearl pendant and drop earrings or a hair piece. A less embellished dress will pair better with more ornate accessories such as a beaded sash & crystal necklace.

PLEASE DON’T!s ...DON’T wait until the last minute.

Shop for your accessories in the time frame between your first and final dress fittings.

This way, you’ll go into it with a much clearer idea of what you’re looking for. On your last fitting you can try on the completed look; then if you need to add to your ensemble or make an exchange, you still have plenty of time to do so. ...DON’T be afraid to go custom.

While this could mean having a completely one-of-kind design made, it could also be having the length of your necklace or bracelet sized to best fit you. ...DON’T be afraid to accessorize.

This is the fun part! Accessories are the best way to carry your personal style into your wedding look. Are you going for a modern or classic feel? Will your wedding have a vintage or bohemian vibe? Your perfect dress paired with the right selection of accessories will play up your own sense of style. ■ GET LOCAL. PLAN FABULOUS! • 11

1 Wristlets, arm bands and anklets of fresh florals and ribbons are trending in 2015! The floral crown, along with floral anklets and arm bands, have reappeared with a vengeance allowing bridesmaids and flower girls to show off gorgeous florals without having to handle bouquets all day long. Arm bands shown here are designed by Brown’s the Florist (brownsflorist.com) | Photo by Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com).

We love that brides are embracing an editorial approach to wedding photos, as seen in past issues of this magazine as well as countless Pinterest pins. It’s the outrageous photo editorials that always catch our eye - couches in the middle of a field, brides and grooms on a bicycle built for two, carefully designed movie-themed wedding shoots and more. Talk to your photographer or decorator to put together a photoscape that reflects your idea, personality, or favourite thing as a couple. | Photo by Masika May Photography (masikamayphotography.ca) Once Vera Wang began infusing color into recent collections, the idea quickly caught on with fearless brides. Bridal gowns of colour have become the choice for brides looking to get adventurous with their wedding day look. And even though we will always love the classic, beautiful look of a white bridal gown, it is fabulous to see brides slipping into their favourite hue before walking down the aisle. | Photo by Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com).

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{ DESIGN PALETTE } WEDDING PLANNER, SHOOT DESIGN & DÉCOR: Beauty Bride Wedding Planning, Events & Rentals (beautybride.ca) (♥) PHOTOGRAPHY: Lilly Ann Photography (facebook.com/la.lilly.ann.photo) GOWN: Ella Rosa, from Victoria Bridal Boutique (victoriabridalboutique.com) (♥) CAKE: Passion for Cakes (passionforcakes.com) HAIR & MAKE-UP: Erin Bradley Hair & Makeup (erinbradley.ca) FLORAL DESIGN: FLEURtacious by Lynda Marie (fleurtaciousbylyndamarie.com) BOW HAIRPIECE: Lynda Marie Couture Millinery (lyndamariemillinery.com) STATIONERY: Tuktu Paper Co. (tuktupaperco.com) MODEL: Mary R. from Coultish Management (barbaracoultish.ca) 16 • THE WEDDING RING MAGAZINE { VANCOUVER ISLAND } vancouverisland.theweddingring.ca

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DANNY & EMILY’S WINNING WEDDING Danny and Emily were chosen from Race from the Ring last fall to be the

PHOTOGRAPHY: Kristopher James Photography

winning couple of the Modern Bride Show live wedding at the Hudson’s

(kristopherjamesphotography.com)

Bay Centre in downtown Victoria! Vendors from all over the city provided

GOWN: Shades of White Bridal (♥) (shadesofwhite.com)

the entire wedding for the adventurous couple. Danny and Emily met by

MENSWEAR: Outlooks for Men (♥) (outlooksformen.com)

stumbling across each other in a coffee shop shortly after they both moved to

LIMOUSINE: Alpine Limo Service (alpinegrouplimo.com)

Victoria! It was, as they say, meant to be...

OFFICIANT: Young, Hip and Married (younghipandmarried.com) CAKE: Damn Fine Cake Company (damnfinecakeco.ca)

CEREMONY: The Bay Centre Victoria (baycentre.ca)

DÉCOR: En Vied Events (enviedevents.ca)

VENUE: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)

FLORAL DESIGN: Platinum Floral Designs (platinumfloraldesigns.com)

RECEPTION: Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa (♥)

DJ: Candu Music (candumusic.ca)

(deltahotels.com)

HAIR & MAKE-UP: Eco Chic Evada (ecochicvictoria.com)

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ALL PHOTOS: curtispelletier.com

EVENT STYLING, DÉCOR, PLANNING, FLORAL DESIGN & COORDINATION

PH 250.382.4833 E: INFO@DECORATEVICTORIA.COM URL: WWW.DECORATEVICTORIA.COM

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SHOOT COORDINATION & STYLING: Lavish Engagements (lavishengagements.ca) PHOTOGRAPHY: Szymon Szymczakowski Photography (szymonphotography.com) FLORAL DESIGN: Petal and Kettle (petalandkettle.com)

RENTALS & DESIGN: Always Invited Event Rentals (alwaysinvited.org) HAIR: Level 10 Eurospa (level10eurospa.com) MAKE-UP: Long Beach Esthetics (longbeachesthetics.com) STATIONERY: TukTu Paper co. (tuktupaperco.com)

BRIDAL GOWN AND ACCESSORIES: The Bride’s Closet (♥) (thebridescloset.com) GROOM’S ATTIRE: Jim’s Clothes Closet (jimsclothescloset.com) CATERING (HOT COCO BAR): Ivan’s Truffles (ivanstruffles.com) ACCOMMODATION: Old House Village Hotel and Spa (oldhousevillage.com) MODELS: Coultish Management (barbaracoultish.ca)

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continued...

PHOTOGRAPHY: Funkytown Photography

CAKE: Party Mood (partymood.com)

(funkytownphotography.com)

BRIDESMAID: Shades of White Bridal (♥)

SHOOT DESIGN: Teresa Brenay

(shadesofwhite.com)

& Anne Pollock of Party Mood (partymood.com) BRIDAL GOWN: Available at Kleinfeld Bridal Boutique Canada

SHOES: Emmy London and Hudson’s Bay (♥) (thebay.com) MENSWEAR: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)

(kleinfeldbridal.ca) & Shades of White Bridal

MAKE-UP: Elate Clean Cosmetics (♥)

(♥) (shadesofwhite.com)

(elatebeauty.com)

DÉCOR: Party Mood (partymood.com)

HAIR: Lacey Iris

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JEWELLERY: Designs by Twyla CATERING: Toque Catering (toquecatering.com) BIRD: Pacific Northwest Raptors (pnwraptors.com) WINE: Unsworth Vineyards (unsworthvineyards.com) FLORAL DESIGNER: Brown’s The Florist (brownsflorist.com) VENUE: St. Ann’s Academy (stannsacademy.com)

PHOTOGRAPHY: NeatPicture (neatpicture.com) GOWN: Victoria Bridal Boutique (♥) (victoriabridalboutique.com) HAIR AND MAKE-UP: Caitlin Janes (250-589-7639)

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continued...

PHOTOGRAPHER: Kristen Borelli Photography (♥)

SHOES: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)

(kristenborelliphotography.com)

LINGERIE: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)

VENUE: The Parkside Hotel & Spa (♥) (parksidevictoria.com)

MENSWEAR: Moores Clothing for Men (mooresclothing.com)

DÉCOR: Decorate Victoria with Huff n Puff (♥)

JEWELLERY: Ann Louise Jewellers (annlouise.ca) (♥)

(decoratevictoria.com)

HAIR: Emerald Jean of Design House Salon (designhousesalon.com)

FLORAL DESIGN: FLEURtacious by Lynda Marie

MAKE-UP: Erin Bradley Hair & Makeup (erinbradley.ca)

(fleurtaciousbylyndamarie.com)

CAKE: Passion for Cakes (passionforcakes.com)

GOWNS: Victoria Bridal Boutique (♥)

WINE: Unsworth Vineyards (unsworthvineyards.com)

(victoriabridalboutique.com)

CUISINE: Truffles Catering (trufflescatering.net) ■

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ALL PHOTOS: fetchingimage.com

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PHOTOGRAPHER: Erin Wallis Photography (erinwallis.com) VENUE: Gowlland Harbour Oceanfront Resort (gowllandharbour.com) SHOOT DESIGN AND FLORALS: Wild Valley Flowers and Special Event Décor (wildvalleyflowers.com) HAIR: Headquarters Hair Studio (headquartershairstudio.ca) JEWELLERY: Bekah Anne Accessories (bekah-anne.com) MAKE-UP: Indira Esthetics (indiraesthetics@hotmail.com) MODEL: Jenaca

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A REALIT Y WEDDING STORY Tofino | The August 25th, 2014 wedding of James Brenay and Teresa Demchuk was all about with family, friends & lots of love.

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BRIDE & GROOM: James Brenay and Teresa Demchuk WEDDING DATE: August 25, 2014 VENUE: Best Western Tin Wis Resort Hotel (tinwis.com) PHOTOGRAPHY: Chelsea Dawn Photography and Make Up Artistry (chelseadawn.ca) MAKE-UP AND HAIR: Studio One Tofino (studioonetofino.ca) JEWELLERY: Bekah Anne Accessories (bekah-anne.com)

GOWN: Blush Bridal (blushoccasions.com) with alterations and headband by Lily Kennedy Custom Gowns (lilycustombridal.com) MEN’S WEAR: Moores Clothing for Men (mooresclothing.com) DJ: DJ Mike Productions (djmikeproduction.com) DÉCOR: DIY by Teresa, family and friends

RENTALS: Smashing Glasses (smashingglasses.ca) PHOTO BOOTH: Four Frames Photo Booth (fourframesphotobooth.com) VIDEOGRAPHER: Cassie O’Neil Cinematography (cassieoneil.com) RINGS: Lugaro Jewellers (lugaro.com) SURFBOARDS: Barracuda Surfboards (barracudasurf.com)

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

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BRIAN DESJARLAIS CLASSICAL GUITARIST IN VICTORIA briandesjarlais.com Having live music can add elegance and help create that perfect atmosphere before, during and after your ceremony. Brian has been performing at wedding ceremonies for nearly a decade. In addition to a large repertoire of traditional wedding music, Brian is more than willing to accommodate your requests.

Photo courtesy of andreapaterson.com

ISLAND DJ SERVICES

victoriamusiclessons.ca | 250- 477-2117 A String Quartet can add a classy touch to any event, especially a wedding. It creates a warm ambiance as guests enter and has the power to bring tears to your eyes. You will find the perfect accompaniment to your wedding in Respighi’s extensive, varied library.

HIWAY PRODUCTIONS

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IN VICTORIA

At Island DJ Services, they understand how important it is to get your personal playlist right. They are committed to telling your story; professionally and enthusiastically guiding you through your evening and of course, when it’s time - “Getting the party started!” Island DJ Services have thousands of songs to choose from and will work with you to set the right tone for your special event. They can also fulfill your photo booth needs using state of the art technology, combining the traditional photo booth experience with modern enhancements to ensure the ease of use and portability.

www.djpro.ca | (250) 888-5440 The Hiway Productions DJ team is an ELITE team.

They are fun and professional and who are on the most recommended vendor list at a dozen venues on Vancouver Island. From the first email exchange to the last dance, clients know that they are getting a level of professionalism that has become the new standard in the Mobile DJ industry on Vancouver Island. For the last 5 years we have been providing DJ services in Greater Victoria and Sooke as well as to other areas on Vancouver Island such as Nanaimo, Duncan, Parksville, Tofino, Port Alberni, Courtenay and the Gulf Islands.

island-dj-services.com | (250) 686-2037

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BRIDAL SHOW

Full list of bridal shows (updated year round!) can be found at The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings ♥

VICTORIA BRIDAL EXHIBITION ♥ September 13th, 2015 10:00am to 4:00pm Pearkes Recreation Centre, Victoria bridalexhibition.ca ♥ THE WEDDING RING FALL/WINTER ISSUE RELEASE! NANAIMO BRIDAL EXHIBITION September 20th, 2015 11:00am to 4:00pm Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo bridalexhibition.ca COURTENAY BRIDAL EXHIBITION October 4th, 2015 11:00am to 3:00pm Florence Filberg Centre, Courtenay bridalexhibition.ca

MODERN BRIDE SHOW & RACE FOR THE RING! October 17th, 2015 10:00am-6:00pm Bay Centre, Downtown Victoria modernbrideshow.com DUNCAN-COWICHAN VALLEY WEDDING SHOW October 18th, 2015 12:00pm-4:00pm Duncan Travelodge Silverbridge Inn travelodge.ca VANCOUVER ISLAND WEDDING AWARDS November 3rd, 2015 Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa vancouverislandweddingringawards.ca VICTORIA BRIDAL EXHIBITION ♥ January 17th, 2016 10:00am to 4:00pm Pearkes Recreation Centre, Victoria bridalexhibition.ca

BRIDAL SHOW SURVIVAL TIPS! 1. PRINT PERSONALIZED LABELS Shows are home to some of the best giveaways of the year. You have the chance to win items such as honeymoon getaways and huge online shopping sprees. Save yourself from hand cramps by printing labels at home. When you circulate through the various booths at the show, just stick your labels onto the many ballots you’d otherwise have to fill out by hand!

On your labels, include... • bride’s name • groom’s name • wedding date • address & phone number • email address

2. PREPARE TO CARRY ON Be sure to bring a bag with a comfortable shoulder strap, a backpack, or better yet, a bridal party (or the groom!) to help carry things. You’ll be given countless brochures, gifts and magazines and you don’t want to be left juggling them for hours.

♥ THE WEDDING RING SPRING/SUMMER ISSUE RELEASE! NANAIMO BRIDAL EXHIBITION January 24th, 2016 11:00am to 4:00pm Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo bridalexhibition.ca MODERN BRIDE SHOW January 30th, 2016 10:00am to 4:00pm Crystal Garden, Victoria modernbrideshow.com COURTENAY BRIDAL EXHIBITION February 21st, 2016 11:00am to 3:00pm Florence Filberg Centre, Courtenay bridalexhibition.ca For year-round, updated details on wedding shows & events, visit us online at: vancouverisland.theweddingring.ca

SHARE YOUR ENGAGEMENT STORY!

Do you have a romantic or fun engagement story?

Would you like to have a blog announcement that you are going to tie the knot? Tell us about it! Send your story & photos to: laura@theweddingring.ca

RACE FOR THE RING

Couples had so much fun with Race for the Ring last year that we are doing it again!

We are so excited to once again team up with The Bay Centre (thebaycentre.ca), Just Love Animals Society (jlasociety.com), Modern Bride Show (modernbrideshow. com), Home for the Honeymoon (homeforthehoneymoon. ca), Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥) and Ann-Louise Jewellers (annlouise.ca) (♥) for Race for the Ring 2015 on Sunday October 17th! Starting at the Hudson’s Bay Centre in downtown Victoria theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island/race-for-the-ring

2ND ANNUAL

Cowichan Valley Wedding Show OCTOBER 18TH, 2015 | 2-4PM $10 ENTRY FEE FOR BRIDES Please contact Mary at 250-748-4311 to register

Breathtaking views. Amazing waterfront venue. Lasting memories...forever starts at Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa®.

Let us show you what “perfect” means.

100 Harbour Road | Victoria, BC V9A 0G1 250-360-5900 deltavictoria.com Photo Credit: JamesX Wedding Photography

First 20 brides to register at eventbrite.ca are entered to win a 3 day, 2 night stay for 2 in Las Vegas. 2 Week Mexico Giveaway and other great prizes available to all our brides.

250-748-4311 | 140 Trans Canada Hwy

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Wedding Worthy Venues is a feature of The Wedding Ring Magazine that’s designed to give you an at-a-glance look at some of the amazing wedding locations found in Vancouver Island. Browse the profiles for the basics such as capacity and bar options. Want more? Find everything from colour schemes to wedding menus, and package pricing by checking out reception hall reviews at TheWeddingRing.ca.

Photo courtesy of Sooke Harbour House

Photo courtesy of Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort

SOOKE HARBOUR HOUSE (♥) DELTA VICTORIA OCEAN POINTE RESORT & SPA (♥) IN SOOKE sookeharbourhouse.com events@sookeharbourhouse.com

IN VICTORIA

Award-winning Sooke Harbour House is known as one of Canada’s most spectacular wedding venues. Located on Whiffen Spit Beach in Sooke, BC, this boutique hotel offers reception spaces, a restaurant, a spa and twenty eight luxury guest rooms. Sooke Harbour House also offers some of West Coast’s finest cuisine. Let the water be your “something blue” at your oceanside wedding.

Situated on Victoria’s breathtaking Inner Harbour, the newly renovated Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa is just steps from downtown shopping, restaurants and attractions. This venue offers a modern waterfront setting known for unsurpassed guest service, exceptional dining, and full resort amenities. In addition, they will work together with you to ensure your event goes off without a hitch as well as host bridal showers, rehearsal dinners and post-wedding events.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 1-800-889-9688 | FULL BAR SERVICE | ON-SITE CATERING

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 1-888-890-3222 | UP TO 250 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

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vic.conferenceservices@deltahotels.com

Photo courtesy of www.kimkalynphotography.com

THE BUTCHART GARDENS (♥)

IN VICTORIA

butchartgardens.com weddings@butchartgardens.com The Spring Prelude garden is a colourful and delightfully scented indoor garden perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies and a champagne reception.

Let the festivities continue with an elegant, charming dinner.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 250-652-4422 | 1-866-652-4422 | UP TO 60 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING

Photo, left, courtesy of www.nicholetaylorphotography.com

ST. ANN’S ACADEMY IN VICTORIA stannsacademy.com | stanns.academy@gov.bc.ca Exchange your vows in an interfaith 1858 Chapel, the lovely Novitiate Garden, or the rustic Orchard. St. Ann’s Academy is the perfect historical setting for your wedding day. The surrounding park can play host to the ultimate tent reception or photography session.

250-953-8829 | UP TO 200 GUESTS | TWO INDOOR & THREE OUTDOOR VENUES AVAILABLE GET LOCAL. PLAN FABULOUS! • 45

Photo courtesy of fetchingimage.com

Photo courtesy of www.curtispelletier.com

Photo courtesy of www.derekford.com

ON VANCOUVER ISLAND

IN VICTORIA

IN CAMPBELL RIVER, BC

Elegant seaside accommodations, unique event spaces and a dedicated staff make the Oak Bay Beach Hotel the premier destination for your West Coast Victoria wedding, reception or other special event.

Indulge in pampering treatments by the sea in your very own oceanfront oasis. Savour gourmet meals prepared from local ingredients with your guests, paired with choice wines, carefully selected by their in house sommelier.

Celebrate your special day with a one-of-a-kind wedding. Have your ceremony on our beautiful grounds with stunning views of the Discover Passage and host your reception in our banquet rooms while your guests stay at the beautiful resort. Onsite wedding coordinator and full service wedding packages for a stress free event.

BRENTWOOD COLLEGE

brentwood.bc.ca/events-rentals/ events@brentwood.bc.ca Our oceanfront setting offers an incredible backdrop for the numerous options we can offer for your ceremony, whether in an intimate garden setting, on the exquisite terrace on the plaza, in a private function room, or in our naturally lit 30,000 sq. ft. Dining Hall.

Our modern, west coast inspired facilities offer open concepts, ocean views and an abundance of natural light, creating an inspiring atmosphere for groups of 20 to 400. Executive Chef Sean Napier and his experienced event staff will work with you to create a menu to bring your vision and event to life.

OAK BAY BEACH HOTEL (♥)

oakbaybeachhotel.com info@oakbaybeachhotel.com

PAINTER’S LODGE (♥)

painterslodge.com www.obmg.com/weddings

250-743-5521 | INDOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | ON SITE CATERING | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 250-598-4556 | 1-800-668-7758 | UP TO 150 GUESTS

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 1-800-662-7090 | UP TO 120 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

Photo courtesy of Tigh-Na Mara Seaside Spa Resort and

Photo courtesy: Best Western Premier Prestige Oceanfront Resort

Photo courtesy of Vancouver Island Conference Centre

prestigehotelsandresorts.com | sooke@prestigehotels.ca

administration@viconference.com

Conference Centre

TIGH-NA-MARA SEASIDE SPA RESORT AND CONFERENCE CENTRE

IN PARKSVILLE

tigh-na-mara.com info@tigh-na-mara.com With the largest banquet resort facilities on the Island, Tigh-Na-Mara comfortably accommodates weddings of up to 250 guests. Our professional sales and catering team will work with each couple to customize a wedding to suit your dreams and budget.

From delicious plated dinners to sumptuous buffets if you can imagine your dream wedding, together we will make it a reality. World famous Grotto Spa and incredible beach and ocean views will complete the experience.

250-248-1852 | UP TO 250 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

THE BEST WESTERN® PREMIER VANCOUVER ISLAND CONFERENCE CENTRE PRESTIGE OCEANFRONT IN NANAIMO RESORT (♥) IN SOOKE viconference.com

This is the ideal haven to celebrate, meet, connect, inspire or retreat in the Greater Victoria area.

Located in the seaside community of Sooke on the southwestern tip of Vancouver Island, this worldclass resort is the perfect choice for conferences, events and weddings. The Grand Ballroom, three salons, executive boardrooms, waterfront pavilion and outdoor courtyard terraces provide flexibility in accommodating functions of all sizes. Their expert event planners, spectactular catering department and space for groups of any size make Prestige the ultimate wedding destination.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 250-642-0805 | INDOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | UP TO 500 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING, SPA & DINING OPTIONS

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The Vancouver Island Conference Centre offers magical ceremony, dinner and reception settings for every picture-perfect moment on your wedding day.

The team at Vancouver Island Conference Centre paint a picture of what you can expect; “Steal a kiss under hand-blown glass pendant lighting... sit down to West Coast cuisine at an exquisitely appointed table... waltz across the floor of the grand ballroom... The Vancouver Island Conference Centre’s professional planners can make it work on any budget.”

250-244-4050 | UP TO 1200 GUESTS | FULL BAR SERVICE | EXCLUSIVE ON-SITE CATERING

Photo courtesy of Black Rock Oceanfront Resort

Photo courtesy of www.kimkalynphotography.com

BLACK ROCK OCEANFRONT FIRESIDE GRILL IN VICTORIA RESORT (♥)

IN UCLUELET blackrockresort.com dstothers@blackrockresort.com

Designed with a deep respect for the land and sea, Black Rock’s innovative architecture – of rock, water, glass, steel, and wood – enhances and contrasts the Wild Pacific landscape. It’s a relaxing, stimulating, and creative atmosphere, perfect for celebrating and connecting. It’s awe-inspiring setting, oceanfront spaces, innovative catering and high-tech services, make this a spectacular destination for brainstorming or celebrating life’s essential moments.

Photo courtesy of www.chrisboar.com

LONG BEACH LODGE RESORT

IN TOFINO

firesidegrill.com firesidegrill@shaw.ca

longbeachlodgeresort.com events@longeachlodgeresort.com

This beautiful Tudor Revival home surrounded by Garry Oaks is the perfect setting for any wedding!

Fireside Grill can cater to small intimate gatherings in one of two private dining areas or up to 130 people in our grand hall. Along with their award winning chef and in-house Sommelier and Wedding Coordinator they will help design the perfect day from your menu and wine choices all the way to your décor needs to make this the day of your dreams.

Exchange your vows with your toes in the sand, on the beachfront patio, or from the warmth of the Great Room, overlooking the wild Pacific surf and expansive sandy beach of Cox Bay. Long Beach Lodge Resort specializes in intimate West Coast weddings of 2 to 50 people. With only one wedding booked per day, your dedicated event planner will provide one-on-one service and ensure a stress-free event and a day to remember. Keep it simple and choose one of our three wedding packages, or get creative… we are here it make your dreams come true!

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 1-877-762-5011 | 4,200 SQUARE FEET | UP TO 140 GUESTS

250-479-1222 | UP TO 130 GUESTS | INDOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | ON-SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 250-725-2442 | 1-877-844-7873 | BEACHFRONT WEDDINGS UP TO 50 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | ACCOMMODATIONS

Photo courtesy of kristenborelliphotography.com

Photo courtesy of The Oswego Hotel

Photo courtesy Hotel Grand Pacific

IN VICTORIA

IN VICTORIA oswegovictoria.com vpennington@oswegovictoria.com

IN VICTORIA

PARKSIDE VICTORIA (♥)

parksidevictoria.com events@parksidevictoria.com The Parkside Hotel & Spa is an unforgettable modern, boutique wedding venue located in the heart of downtown Victoria, across from historic St. Ann’s Academy. Stylishly designed to bring the outside in, Parkside’s peaceful atmosphere and inviting spaces are the perfect setting for the wedding of your dreams.

Parkside Victoria’s experienced and responsive event management team is ready and waiting to create the perfect day for you.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 250-590-1740 ext. 8186 | SPA FACILITIES | INDOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | INTIMATE WEDDINGS | UP TO 100 GUESTS | ACCOMMODATIONS

THE OSWEGO HOTEL

HOTEL GRAND PACIFIC

hotelgrandpacific.com weddings@hotelgrandpacific.com

When asked about their approach to weddings, the team at Oswego explains, “It is one of the most wonderful events of your life, and a reception at the stylish, modern Oswego Hotel will create unforgettable memories for you and your family and friends.”

When it comes to hosting the perfect wedding, Hotel Grand Pacific takes the cake! This venue can accommodate all of your wedding needs. From their beautiful setting on Victoria’s Inner Harbour to their wedding services, you and your guests will be happy, ever after. A full service spa accommodates bridal parties and preparations. The hotel athletic club is the top in the city, including a 25-metre pool plus sauna, hot tub, cardio facilities and yoga classes making it the top in the city. The hotel offers exceptional food services, led by Executive Chef Rick Choy. In addition, a variety of reception spaces can be configured and decorated for weddings of all sizes.

Bring your ideas and they will make it happen.

250-294-7511 | FULL-BAR SERVICE | ON-SITE CATERING | WEDDINGS FROM 4 TO 90 GUESTS

250-386-0450 | 1-800-663-7550 | UP TO 180 GUESTS | FULL BAR SERVICE | ON-SITE CATERING

Forget the ballroom bore, and opt for the boutique experience. With The Oswego Hotel you can celebrate with family and friends at the O Bistro and Lounge in a chic cosmopolitan setting.

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OCEANFRONT SUITES AT COWICHAN BAY

IN COWICHAN BAY

oceanfrontcowichanbay.com info@oceanfrontcowichanbay.com

Photo courtesy of The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa

THE WESTIN BEAR MOUNTAIN GOLF RESORT & SPA (♥) IN VICTORIA

bearmountain.ca | info@westinbearmountain.ca

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INN AT LAUREL POINT

IN VICTORIA laurelpoint.com

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250-715-1000 | UP TO 200 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa provides the perfect setting for your wedding day with breathtaking views. Choose from four different venues that provide intimate privacy to the large ballroom. Executive chefs will design your menu with you. You will enjoy the secluded luxury of a rural mountainside resort just minutes from downtown Victoria with a premium level of style, sophistication and elegance that will please the most discriminating of tastes.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 250-391-7160 | 1-888-533-2327 | FROM 20-300 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | SPA FACILITIES | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

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Photo courtesy of Poet’s Cove Resort & Spa

IN INNER HARBOUR

ON QUADRA ISLAND, BC

IN BEDWELL HARBOUR ON PENDER ISLAND

Situated in one of the most picturesque locations on Vancouver Island, Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay is the ideal venue for wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and engagement parties.

At Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay, you can have a destination wedding in your backyard! We have everything in the tranquil and intimate seaside village of Cowichan Bay in the Cowichan Valley, a wine and culinary haven. Enjoy a seaside marina setting with outdoor/indoor venues.

VICTORIA MARRIOTT (♥)

marriottvictoria.com sales@victoriamarriott.com Making your wedding dreams come true and your planning a joy. The Marriott team is excited about every element – from the way the tables are set, to the moment you enter the room as bride and groom.

Working closely with their wedding and event planners, you’ll choose from several customized wedding packages and services, which will make your planning easier and satisfy your every wish. From the rehearsal dinner to final farewell, Marriott wedding planning creates picture-perfect events.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 250-480-3836 | 877-515-2148 | PACIFIC BALLROOM | TERRACE ROOMS | PATIO | UP TO 200 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

APRIL POINT RESORT (♥)

aprilpoint.com | obmg.com/weddings Celebrate by the ocean and under the trees at April Point Resort & Spa on Quadra Island.

Offering full service wedding packages including accommodation, catering, set up, activities and an on-site coordinator – so you can simply relax and enjoy your special day. Have your wedding by the sea at the heart of Vancouver Island’s pristine coastline. Our Aveda Spa has been created with the intention of offering a sacred space to foster life giving rituals. Sunset cruises among the Discover Islands available.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 1 -800-662-7090 | UP TO 60 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

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They’ll take the work and worry out of your wedding.

Imagine your customized ceremony on their spectacular tented waterfront patio. Their exquisite Japanese Gardens will be the exclusive backdrop of your photos. You and your guests will enjoy elegant cocktails before heading into their stunning Terrace Ballroom and adjacent Spirit Room for a memorable reception. Your destination for affairs, from elopements to gala wedding events.

250-386-8721 | 1-800-663-7667 | UP TO 200 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING

POETS COVE RESORT & SPA (♥)

poetscove.com | events@poetscove.com The ideal West Coast wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, elopement, honeymoon or special event. Tucked away in Bedwell Harbour on Pender Island, British Columbia, Poets Cove offers a variety of experiences set in the midst of incredible natural beauty. Whether you want a sophisticated affair in the Seaglass Ballroom, or a small intimate ceremony at a cottage overlooking the sea, Poets Cove can cater to your needs.

Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings 1-888-512-POET (7638) | 250-629-2100 | UP TO 120 GUESTS | SPA | ON-SITE CATERING AND DINING OPTIONS

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