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Hello Lovelies! Welcome to the Winter/Spring 2014 edition of WedLuxe Magazine—The Art Issue.
Vancouver & Western Canada Edition VOLUME 8, ISSUE 1, NUMBER 15
FOUNDER, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, PUBLISHER
After more than a decade working within the wedding industry, it has never been more clear to me that as much as weddings are a wonderful and meaningful celebration of love, they have also become a legitimate art form made possible by the dedication and talent of an industry filled with true artists. With that in mind, this issue references art in all of its forms— photographic, painterly, illustrative, fashion, etc. With art in mind, I want to take this opportunity to invite you to join the staff of WedLuxe and I, along with over 125 of the esteemed WedLuxe Glitterati members to The WedLuxe Wedding Show, hosted by The Fairmont Royal York in Toronto, Ontario on January 5, 2014 from 9am to 6pm.
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I know it’s a long way to travel for a wedding show BUT the show (now in it’s third year), has been gaining international recognition as a one-of-a-kind luxury experience unlike any other wedding show in the world. At the show, you’ll enjoy large art installations (for instance this year we will be recreating a scene inspired by ‘Midnight in Paris’). We also have incredible experiential areas of the show including makeovers provided by our title sponsor Moroccanoil, a WedLuxe Café where you can enjoy complimentary refreshments and our one-of-akind signature WedLuxe Gift Bar that allows you, our guest, to shop for free. That’s right, shop for free! At the WedLuxe Gift Bar, you can choose from over 20,000 amazing products. You’ll also receive a keepsake WedLuxe tote bag which comes in handy for all the treats you’ll take home. I promise you this is one show worth attending! Tickets are $35 in advance through eventbrite.com or available at the door for $45. Visit wedluxe.com for more information.
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THE ARTIST AND MUSE Soft, flowy gowns make an impression with this feature designed to paint the picture of a quintessential artist with his muse. Our cover is from “Lady in Gold” on page 104. The feature was photographed by SAM WONG of VISUAL CRAVINGS with REBEKAH CUFF of WedLuxe Magazine serving as creative producer. Model Dani Rose is wearing a gown (E1350) by ROMONA KEVEZA, price upon request, romonakeveza.com. Swarovski By Shourouk earrings, SWAROVSKI, $210, swarovski.com. “Velocity” necklace, $1,528; “AERIN” necklace, $1,150; both ERICKSON BEAMON, available at BEYOND SEVEN, 646.395.8054 and aerin.com. 18-karat yellow and white gold cluster ring, $5,300; cocktail ring, $3,900; both CYNTHIA FINDLAY ANTIQUES, cynthiafindlay.com. “Milky Way” bracelet, $285, LELE SADOUGHI, lelesadoughi.com. “Cindy” heel, CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA, $795, available at DAVIDS
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The story of Nazanin and Pedro starts with a chemistry book. Nazanin had enrolled in an organic chemistry course and needed to purchase the required textbook. Pedro had completed the course in the past and had placed an ad to sell the above-mentioned textbook on a student website. After an email and a phone conversation, Nazanin and Pedro met in front of the Woodward Library at the University of British Columbia and the book was sold. Pedro was unable to forget the short interaction he had with Nazanin. He began to contact her, resorting to any excuse he could find in hopes of seeing her again. After several months of text messages and random encounters on campus, the pair finally went for lunch and have been together ever since. a n i m at e d
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Pedro orchestrated a very creative proposal! He commissioned a cartoonist to create an animated cartoon of a little boy and little girl that represented himself and Nazanin. The story plot included key moments of their relationship—how they met, their first kiss, and the many memorable moments they experienced over the years. The plot evolved to the present day, with the little boy and little girl on a couch watching a cartoon. At this point, Pedro (who was sitting on a couch with Nazanin) paused the cartoon and proposed. Nazanin said, ‘Yes, of course!’ After the proposal, Pedro and Nazanin headed off for dinner. As they descended from their condo into the lobby, they heard music playing from the building’s party room and Pedro suggested they explore the noise. When they entered, the room was filled with their families and closest friends awaiting the newly engaged couple.
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The couple’s classic cream and black wedding stationery was a design from WILLIAM ARTHUR, purchased online. The design reminded Nazanin of the hand-carved mouldings in the Spanish Ballroom at the ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA where their reception took place.
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The couple were married at the ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA on June 1, 2013. Victoria Hart from STYLE SOCIAL EVENTS was hired to provide partial-planning for the event. fashion
Nazanin wore a Pronovias gown from CLARA COUTURE. “I’ve always wanted a big, princess gown, but finding the wedding gown did not come easy,” says Nazanin of her gown-shopping process. “I tried on over fifty dresses before I found ‘the dress.’ I love flowers, and my dress is decorated with delicate floral appliqués that give the design a romantic look. I fell in love with it instantly.” She also wore a Pronovias belt with sparkling rhinestones and a two-piece veil which included both a blusher and a floor-length veil. Nazanin’s headpiece had a vintage crystal floral design and was purchased from a boutique in Paris. Her pink Valentino pumps were purchased from HOLT RENFREW. Her hair and makeup styling was done by HALEH TAFTEH. The bridesmaids wore pearl pink dresses from ALEXIA DESIGNS.
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Nazanin’s bouquet by THE FLOWER FACTORY was a simple yet elegant arrangement of closed white peonies wrapped in ribbon and finished with a brooch. “I love white peonies and now every time I smell the flower it reminds me of our wedding day,” shares Nazanin. promenade
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The couple had a Western ceremony followed by a traditional Persian ceremony in the Promenade area of the ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA. The Promenade and aisle were decorated with various floral arrangements on tall white pillars. The couple walked down a custom white aisle runner personalized with their wedding date and monogram. Nazanin’s mother designed an elegant and extravagant Sofreh (Persian wedding table) for the couple. “I really loved what my beautiful mother did with the Sofreh. This display was the result of one year of my mom’s continuous work and effort to create such an elegant and elaborate table setting for us.”
Pedro’s formal wear was from ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA.
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The wedding ceremonies were followed by a cocktail reception where guests were served glasses of champagne garnished with sprigs of lavender. Guests also enjoyed vanilla and chocolate macarons and an assortment of petit fours. Cocktail tables were draped with floor-length linen from UPRIGHT DECOR and decorated with crystal votives and floral arrangements. fairytale
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The couple commissioned Gloria Cheung of THE FLOWER FACTORY and Colin Upright of Upright Decor to design the floral and decor for their day. “The two of them created the allwhite fairy tale wedding that I had imagined,” says Nazanin. The couple’s reception was held in the Spanish Ballroom of the ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA where The Flower Factory and Upright Decor created a white wonderland inspired by Nazanin’s love of peonies and orchids. A long rectangular centre table was decorated with floral arrangements in tall fluted vases, accented with hanging crystals. The adjacent round tables were decorated with large crystal candelabras from Upright Decor topped with beautiful floral arrangements. “Hundreds of glowing crystal candles and candelabras created a romantic atmosphere as did the crystal Chiavari chairs,” says Nazanin.
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“HUNDREDS OF GLOWING CRYSTAL CANDLES and candlelabras created a romantic atmosphere as did the crystal Chiavari chairs.” –NAZANIN
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Nazanin and Pedro sat at a sweetheart table on a white stage. The table was draped with cascading white orchids and two large arrangements of cascading flowers in white fluted vases that framed both sides. Champagne-coloured uplights were placed on each corner of the room and behind the sweetheart table.
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Nazanin and Pedro’s wedding cake was designed by ANNA ELIZABETH CAKES. sweet
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Guests danced the night away to music from DJ Armin. They each took home sweet favors created personally by the bride and groom. honeymoon
A B O U T T H E P H OTO G R A P H E R VASIA TSONIS HAN, VASIA WEDDINGS; Vasia runs an award-winning, boutique wedding photography studio in downtown Vancouver. With a passion for weddings, she strives for fresh, stylish imagery and a fun, fabulous experience in front of the camera. VASIA-WEDDINGS.COM 778.239.6466
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The couple honeymooned in Mexico at the ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA.
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Wendy and Ian were married on June 30, 2013 in Banff, Alberta; although they were forced to contemplate cancelling their entire wedding day only a few days before! The dramatic set of circumstances was brought on by one of the largest natural disasters to ever hit the province of Alberta. “It was the week right after the big flood in Calgary. Our wedding day was on the verge of cancellation due to road closures from Calgary to Banff. There was no alternative venue. We absolutely wanted our wedding to be held at THE FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS HOTEL and it was was an all or nothing deal. We were incredibly lucky that the roads reopened just a couple of days before our wedding and that all of our guests were able to travel to Banff. We were also very fortunate to have such beautiful sunny weather on our special day. Thankfully, everything worked out just as planned!” says Wendy. planning
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Wendy and Ian chose the renowned fairytale setting of THE FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS HOTEL for sentimental reasons. The pair— who visit the historic hotel during every Christmas season—had always imagined how wonderful it would be if they got married at the iconic property. “We share many happy memories there. When the time came to decide on the venue, there was no doubt in our minds that we both wanted to have our special day there.” With the magical mountainside location top of mind, it was very important to Wendy and Ian that their guests (who were coming from Vancouver, Northern BC, Edmonton and abroad) would enjoy a quintessential Rocky Mountain experience over the course of the wedding weekend. “We wanted to spend the weekend visiting with everyone, since we no longer live near our family and close friends.” Jennifer Bergman of JENNIFER BERGMAN provided same day co-ordination and design services for the occasion.
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Wendy wore a gown by Vera Wang from BLUSH BRIDAL & SPECIAL OCCASIONS which she paired with earrings and a hairpiece, both by Elsa Corsi. Her Valentino peep-toe pumps featured crystal detailing. The bridesmaids wore light pink dresses by JIM HJELM OCCASIONS. Ian wore a Prada tuxedo from HOLT RENFREW. floral
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Janine Sebastian of FABLOOMOSITY created all of the dreamy floral designs for the wedding including Wendy’s bouquet which consisted of a romantic mix of peach garden roses,
bridal veil flowers, blush and white peonies, peach ranunculus, and white freesia. The bouquet was finished with a glamorous, blush-coloured sequin wrap. ceremony
The couple exchanged their vows on the Bow Valley Terrace at THE FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS HOTEL with the majestic Rocky Mountains serving as a magnificent ceremony backdrop. Here, FaBLOOMosity created a gorgeous floral archway with a curly willow structure as a base. White hydrangea blooms, pink peonies, peach garden roses, peach
gladiolus and hanging green amaranthus were intertwined throughout. The result was the perfect accent to the natural surroundings. reception
After the ceremony, guests moved inside the hotel to the Mount Stephen Hall Room where the evening dinner reception took place. Here, JENNIFER BERGMAN WEDDINGS and FABLOOMOSITY worked together to create a lush, romantic atmosphere. Ambertoned uplighting was used to highlight the archways and gorgeous architecture of the historic hotel. WWW.W E D LUX E .CO M
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The couple’s vintage-inspired wedding stationery was designed by Darah Macres of THE FIRST SNOW including the beautiful blush-coloured bookmark escort cards. During the reception, the couple wanted to feel surrounded by their guests rather than on display, so Jennifer Bergman and Janine Sebastian created a ‘boardroom-style’ head table that sat in the middle of the room. The table featured a lavish floral arrangement that spanned the length of the table. Various sizes of candles placed throughout 62
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ensured that the lush tablescape embodied the romantic feeling the couple wanted to capture for their wedding day. Half of the surrounding guest tables featured low-profile floral arrangements in glass vases. To bring the rustic elements of the Rocky Mountains inside, the other centrepieces were grounded with a mass of curly willow branches accented with white mini cymbidium orchids and hanging candleholders. Menus on each table sat atop gold vintage easels, describing the delicious four-course meal.
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The luxury four-course dinner was catered by THE FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS HOTEL. Entrée choices included New York steak with peppercorn Armagnac sauce, sablefish with lemongrass champagne emulsion, or chicken breast with oyster mushroom and goat cheese filling. Banana chocolate cheesecake with fresh strawberries and Chantilly cream, wedding cake and cupcakes were served for desssert. “The food was fantastic and beautifully presented,” recalls Wendy. so
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Entertainment for the evening was provided by LIVIN’ & DANCIN’ DJ SERVICES. “We chose songs that were special to us and had great meaning throughout our relationship. Our first dance song was ‘So This Is Love’ by Ilene Woods and Mike Douglas,” says Wendy. “My most favourite moment of our special day was our first dance as husband and wife. It truly felt like Ian and I were the only people in the room.” cake
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel created the couple’s wedding cake upon a last-minute request. The couple had originally booked with another cake company but that supplier was unable to deliver due to the flooding. “Despite the change and stress surrounding the cake, it turned out beautifully!” The cake consisted of three round tiers covered in ivory fondant with two whimsical bluebirds pulling at the ribbon on the top tier of the cake. The cake sat atop a “cloud” of baby’s breath. After a few fun-filled hours of celebrating and dancing—Wendy, Ian and their guests enjoyed a late night snack comprised of mini beef sliders, mini grilled cheese sandwiches (accompanied by tomato soup shooters) and mini cones of french fries. At the end of the evening, guests were gifted with packages of pink marshmallows from BUTTER BAKED GOODS. “We shipped these all the way from Vancouver because they’re one of our absolute favourite treats and they complemented the wedding so well—blush pink, and soft and airy.”
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Considering the wedding almost didn’t happen, the day went off without a hitch and the couple now counts their beautiful wedding day among their many cherished memories of The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.
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“Sloan,” Hayley Paige, $2,840, Blush Bridal & Special Occasions, blushoccasions.com EARRINGS
Art Deco baguette earrings, Elsa Corsi, $325, available at Jeweliette Jewellery, jeweliette.com Opposite Page: GOWN
“Cameo,” Ines Di Santo, $5,480, Blush Bridal & Special Occasions, blushoccasions.com BRACELET
Baguette Art Deco cuff, Elsa Corsi, $695, available at Jeweliette Jewellery, jeweliette.com SHOES
“Charlize,” Benjamin Adams London shoes, $399, benjaminadamslondon.com
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“Harbor,” Amsale, $4,545, Blush Bridal & Special Occasions, blushoccasions.com EARRINGS
Sunflower crystal and freshwater pearl earrings, Elsa Corsi, $695, available at Jeweliette Jewellery, jeweliette.com
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“Enya,” Ines Di Santo, $5,920, Blush Bridal & Special Occasions, blushoccasions.com EARRINGS
Marquis button earrings, Elsa Corsi, $240, available at Jeweliette Jewellery, jeweliette.com
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L ADY in GOL D An ode to Gustav Klimt,‘painter of women.’ Photography
Creative Producer
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Opposite page: Floral design, Marta Urbanowicz, Design Director at FIFTH ELEMENT GROUP, fifthelementgroup.com. Hand-painted Klimt-inspired cake (piped with Royal icing) NADIA & CO~, nadiaandco.com. Gown “Ethel,” shown in black, VERA WANG, available upon request at Blush Bridal & Special Occasions, blushoccasions.com. “Orbit” chandelier earrings, $245; “Double Galaxy” bracelet, $325; “Aurora” bracelet, $385; all LELE SADOUGHI, lelesadoughi.com. Contemporary Alan Anderson statement necklace (SKU#38412), CAROLE TANENBAUM VINTAGE COLLECTION, $2,500, caroletanenbaum.com. Vintage multi-strand necklace, $195; 18-karat yellow gold modernist citrine ring, $2,700; both CYNTHIA FINDLAY ANTIQUES, cynthiafindlay.com.
This page: Cream and gold leaf bouquet with jeweled center, Gisele Sterling of NOUS DESIGN GROUP, nousdg.com. Gown “Marghera,” INES DI SANTO, available upon request at Blush Bridal & Special Occasions, blushoccasions.com. Ring, CAROLE TANENBAUM VINTAGE COLLECTION, price upon request, caroletanenbaum.com. “Hello Sweetie” necklace worn in hair, 24-karat vermeil and Swarovski crystal, ERICKSON BEAMON, $1,978, available at Barneys New York, barneys.com.
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