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s I write this, it's only been a few short days since the "wedding of the year" (aka #whenHarrymetMeghan) mesmerized more than two billion people worldwide. An entirely new generation of little girls and boys have been left with indelible impressions of a fairytale royal wedding. I suspect it won't be long before a few more brides choose streamlined wedding gowns, bateau necklines, and we see a potential resurgence in the tiara accessory.

Maybe I shouldn't admit it, but I'm old enough to remember with precision accuracy the wedding of Prince Harry's parents, Charles and Diana. I was seven years old, and my Mom woke me up in the wee hours of the morning to witness a 20-year-old bride emerge like a butterfly out of a glass carriage, wearing the biggest wedding dress I'd ever seen. I think at that very moment, I was hooked on the beauty and tradition of weddings and WedLuxe was probably subconsciously planted as a seed somewhere in the back of my childhood mind. While so many traditions of marriage (and royal weddings) remain the same, in the span of a few short decades, so much has changed. Thanks to Meghan Markle, our view of a modern-day princess (ok, Duchess!) is now that of a self-made, confident, successful, charitable, biracial feminist. What a win for Prince Harry and for the minds of seven (and seventy) year olds around the world!

The future is here, but tradition is still the very basis for weddings, and marriage is as old as civilization itself. Looking back a few hundred years and with the theme of our "White Haute" issue in mind, we can thank Queen Victoria for totally bucking tradition and choosing a white wedding gown, a rare choice at the time, and one that immediately changed the course of wedding fashion (and decor) history.

To celebrate the wondrous world of white, this issue is FILLED with all sorts of pretty interpretations.

Kudos to our incredible WedLuxe Glitterati members who got together and created our seven stunning styled shoots starting on page 102 with white as their jumping off point.

Even now, after twelve years of publishing WedLuxe, whether it is linen white contrasted with bold colour—reflective, iridescent, eggshell, or blue-hued­—I am still in love with wedding white and all that it represents. But more importantly, I still believe in the undeniable power of love and that marriage will forever stand the test of time.

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I'm writing this in May but by mid-June 2018, my friends at engagesummits.com (and I!) will have welcomed hundreds of the world's top luxury wedding professionals to Engage! 18 at the fairmont banff springs nestled in the Rocky Mountains of Canada. As a Canadian, I am incredibly honoured and excited to have been named the guest creative director for this world-renowned professional conference. I created the official event logo and brand guidelines, and referenced every Canuckism I could think of while I dreamt up the direction/inspiration boards for the many events that will take place over the three days of the conference.

Special thanks to fellow Canadians: Julianne Young of julianne young weddings who was named the event planning partner; Alan Bisson and his team from firedog creative for providing all live event support services; Yury Goncharov and Alina Tacmelova of engineered arts for fabricating the incredible installations for the sessions and the gala; Lyn Chapman of flower artistry for all of the floral design; and Suzanne Henuset of great event rentals/modern luxe rentals for providing the majority of furniture and rentals from her ever-growing Calgary-based company.

Also special thanks to Vanessa, Ana, and Liz from US-based two paperdolls who are insanely talented graphic designers who pushed all sorts of boundaries to deliver some jaw-dropping paper products and more for this event. It is also a dream come true for me to collaborate with Edgar Zamora of LA-based revelry event designers on the gala, which is designed to be one for the record books! To all Engage! 18 attendees, so begins your love affair with the "Great White North." ;) Follow @engagesummits to see coverage from the event.

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TRUE LOVE. TRUE LUXURY. Presenting a collection of real-life luxe weddings filled with inspiration. photo by belluxe photography

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Real-life local weddings 1 02 G L I T T E R AT I ST Y L E F I L E S

Original design, decor, and style ideas produced by the best of the industry

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GLITTERATI STYLE FILES The winners of our biannual talent contest showcase beautiful, innovative styled shoots that redefine ‘wedding white.’

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Guests were treated to a live performance by lana bellydance.

Celsia Florist provided all floral for the wedding.

A Multicultural Whistler Wedding

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Roxanne Cave of Celebrate Events worked closely with flourish by colleen winton to create the elegant invitations that took inspiration from the bride’s dress.

anelle and Perry Gill met through mutual friends in 2010. Six years later, the couple were vacationing in tropical St. Lucia. Their holiday happened to coincide with Valentine’s Day, and it was on February 14 that Perry planned a romantic dinner on the beach and asked Janelle to be his wife.

Their multicultural three-day wedding took place from July 6 to July 8, 2017 in Whistler and Pemberton, British Columbia. Nicola Wiltens and Roxanne Cave of celebrate events helped plan the event from day one.

Roxanne, the owner and lead designer of Celebrate Events, was responsible for the design, direction, and management of all three events, while Nicola was the lead planner responsible for all event planning components. “We were thrilled with the result,” shares Janelle.

The sangeet party (an Indian wedding tradition that involves singing, dancing, and music) took place on July 6, 2017 at Whistler’s audain art museum. Guests arrived through the front entrance of the museum and made their way down the stairs to the meadow. A stretch tent from event rental works was set up on the grass, at the back of which was a giant picture frame from Celebrate Events with creamsicle-inspired florals in shades of orange, yellow, pink, and red. A seating area comprising cushions and ottomans surrounded the dance floor, while a white sofa took centre stage in front of the floral frame. A combination of round and café tables were scattered outside the tent. Tangerine linens from faire la fête linen rentals, clear Ghost chairs from coral design and events, glass candleholders, and small vibrant bouquets from celsia florist made up the rest of the sangeet party decor. Guests enjoyed an Indian buffet prepared by toque catering.

Janelle wore a red sari by Tarun Tahiliana and Perry wore a kurta by Shantanu & Nikhil, both purchased in India.

Perry worked with a jewellery designer to fully customize Janelle’s 4-carat engagement ring that had her birthstone in the centre. The bride’s wedding band was also custom-made, while the groom’s wedding band was from cartier.

Cushions, draping, and furniture supplied by Coral Design and Events.

Upon arrival, guests were given a welcome box containing a hangover kit, programs, champagne, mints, and Chocohappy chocolates. Welcome boxes were assembled by Celebrate Events.

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On July 8, 2017 Janelle and Perry were wed in a traditional Sikh ceremony held at riverlands equestrian facility, a fully-operational horse boarding and training site in Pemberton. The venue’s natural surroundings provided a positively idyllic spot to tie the knot. The bride’s goal throughout the planning process was to create an outdoor ceremony that still respected Sikh traditions—and this is exactly what she got. With nothing but blue sky and the snow-capped mountains around them, a cloud-like canopy was erected in the middle of an open field by coral design and events. In keeping with traditional Sikh requirements, the tent acted as a gurdwara (Sikh place of worship). In the centre of the tented structure was a “floral cloud” from celsia florist, designed to provide shade for the bride and groom during the elaborate ceremony. “The floral ‘cloud’ Roxanne and the florist designed was absolutely amazing,” recalls Janelle.

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“The special thing about Indian weddings is that they take place over the course of three or four days. It is an opportunity for our close friends and families to catch up. To us, it was important that our guests were able to enjoy themselves and that it was a seamless and fun celebration!”–janelle

For the ceremony, Janelle wore a gold and white lehnga by Soltee by Sulakshana Monga, purchased in India. Perry wore a matching sherwani designed by Sabyasachi and purchased in India.

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For the reception, Janelle wore a sparkling Berta gown from blush bridal.

Perry wore a black Tom Ford tuxedo.

All day-of stationery was co-designed by flourish by colleen winton and celebrate events. celsia florist created Janelle’s spectacular asymmetrical bouquet filled with roses and orchids.

Black dishware, gold flatware, pink water goblets, gold-rimmed charger plates, and bar back were provided

by Celebrate Events.

The couple, along with their 270 wedding guests, made their way from Pemberton to the fairmont chateau whistler for the reception.

Held on the rooftop terrace of the hotel, a palette of cream and blush with hints of black and gold came to life.

A crystal chandelier surrounded by a ring of florals and greenery hung in the centre of the room and was undoubtedly the focal point. Meanwhile, round and gallery tables were dressed in blush paisley linens from faire la fête linen rentals and surrounded by gold Chiavari chairs from pedersen’s rentals.

Centrepieces by Celsia Florist consisted of blush and white blooms mixed in with moss and fresh greens in gold pedestal bowls.

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The white, five-tier cake from a. elizabeth cakes was “the final element tying the event together,” shares the bride. It featured edible designs mimicking the groom’s quilted tuxedo jacket, the bride’s gown, the paisley imprint on the tablecloths, and the florals used throughout the reception.

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fairmont chateau whistler prepared canapés and dinner for the rooftop reception. The four-course dinner, served family-style, consisted of dishes from around the world. In fact, each course was inspired by a specific region.

The Mediterranean starter consisted of wild halibut with fennel, radish, olives, pink grapefruit, and arugula. The second course, a nod to Asia, was a noodle salad with purple cabbage, shitaake mushrooms, edamame, and citrus ginger dressing. The “Germany Entrée” chicken course comprised Brathendl rotisserie chicken with fresh thyme, citrusroasted heirloom carrots, and a potato rosti. Finally, the North American salad platters included carved petite tenderloin with grilled peppers and horseradish dressing and summer vegetables with harvest grains. goby catt trio performed during the reception. A DJ who is a close friend of the groom’s provided his services later in the evening. Lighting provided by promosa. Bars and rigging provided by event rental works.

Cinematography by Life Studios Inc. The newlyweds currently reside in Edmonton, Alberta.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Melia Lucida

Melia began photographing weddings over a decade ago while completing her fine arts degree at Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design. She is now based on Maui and feels fortunate to work between her hometown of Vancouver and the Hawaiian islands.

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Makeup application services provided by makeup by haleh.

Mana’s bouquet of orchids was designed by tala florist.

MANA & JAY

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Engagement ring from tiffany & co. Wedding bands from cartier.

Christian Louboutin shoes from nordstrom.

Jay wore black Tom Ford formalwear from harry rosen, Christian Louboutin shoes, and a Rolex watch.

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Soft white draping from kawano decor & design provided the dreamiest backdrop for the one-of-a-kind sofreh aghd designed by Details by Haleh.

The sofreh was set up on a custom-made round stage covered with glossy white vinyl from mohani event design. The back of the symbolic marriage mirror was completely covered in blush roses for a major statement. The sofreh also featured hundreds of white candles in crystal candleholders, a traditional food spread, and a combination of high and low floral arrangements.

ana Erfani met Jay Chaudhary after being referred to him for investment advice. Days after their business meeting, they both found themselves looking for an excuse to call the other. They played phone tag for a few days, but eventually got in touch and shared their true feelings. Their romance culminated in a gondola trip up Grouse Mountain. Once at the top, they shared a romantic dinner overlooking Vancouver and made the decision to spend the rest of their lives together.

The wedding took place on January 27, 2018 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Haleh Tafteh of details by haleh provided full event planning and design assistance for the couple’s epic Persian-meets-Western wedding.

The ceremony and reception took place at the fairmont hotel vancouver. The couple’s wedding stationery suite was designed by making memories with stationery.

Mana and Jay were wed in a ceremony that combined Persian and Western traditions. The officiant began the ceremony in English, but when it came to the tradition of asking the groom’s permission to conduct the legal marriage on his behalf, they switched to Farsi. According to Mana, “The most emotional moment was when Jay said bale, which means ‘yes’ in Farsi.” The vision for the ceremony was to create a romantic, lavish garden in shades of white and blush. This concept was brought to life by Details by Haleh, tala florist, and Mohani Event Design. “We wanted an elegant look that still felt sophisticated and modern,” shares planner Haleh Tafteh. Guests were surrounded by arrangements of white hydrangea and pink garden roses. A custom-built aisle lined with taper candles in crystal candelabras ran down the centre of the space and was surrounded by white Vogue chairs provided by Mohani Event Design.

Mana wore two Martina Liana gowns on her wedding day. The first, a fitted dress with a halter neckline and tulle train, and the second, a sparkly tulle ball gown with beaded straps and a sweetheart neckline.

Both gowns were purchased from bisou bridal. Her Swarovski crystal-covered tiara was from Bisou Bridal and her jewellery was purchased in Iran.

The bridesmaids wore gowns from Bisou Bridal.

Floral design and acrylic pillars by Tala Florist.

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ROSE GOLD ROMANCE When planning their wedding, the two most important elements for the bride were flowers and candles. “I wanted to walk into the room and feel like all I could see were flowers and candles everywhere,� shares the bride. Her dreams became a reality when she entered the reception to find 500 candles lighting up the room and magnificent white flowers from top to bottom. The space was filled with multi-tier centerpieces from tala florist abundantly decorated with white hydrangea, anemones, garden roses, and orchids.

Round tables were covered in cream satin linens and mirrored tabletops from mohani event design.

Glamorous metallic accents came in the form of white ceramic charger plates with gold trim and a mixture of white Washington chairs with rose gold trim and rose gold Infinity chairs, all from Mohani Event Design.

The cocktail hour and reception were also held at the fairmont hotel vancouver. briere production group provided their audio and lighting services, which included over 40 uplights, 4 moving lights, and 20 spotlights for the reception. psav provided visual support in the form of an 8-ft screen and projector.

Escort cards designed by making memories with stationery.

Two life-size white cherry blossom trees framed the opulent head table that sat perched on a custom-built stage with rose gold trim, created by Mohani Event Design. The head table was draped in orchids and quicksand roses and covered in crystal candlesticks.

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“The vision was to create a romantic, lavish garden inside the castle that is the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.

The combination of a modern fairytale ceremony with an elegant royal reception was perfect.”–mana

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instyle floor wraps designed and produced the circular dance floor—an ode to the eternal circle of love. It featured a custom rose gold monogram.

Table numbers designed by making memories with stationery.

Guests couldn’t take their eyes off the magnificent sweetheart table, provided by mohani event design. Immediately behind the table was the couple’s towering eleven-tier, 7-ft tall wedding cake from a. elizabeth cakes.

It was embellished with sugar ruffles, rose gold sugar pearls, and the couple’s hand-piped monogram. The flavour consisted of vanilla cake with hazelnut buttercream, white chocolate coffee ganache, and toasted hazelnuts. The cake table was also supplied by Mohani Event Design.

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“Each and every detail was hand-selected to contribute to the overall feel. It was important for guests to feel like they had stepped into a dream, surrounded by soft light and exquisite royal details.”–mana

Catering was provided by the fairmont hotel vancouver.

On either side of the dance floor were oversized white tables from mohani event design with custom-made trees from tala florist towering over them. Tree trunks were wrapped in fresh white blooms before branching off into four arms covered in gilded greenery. At the end of each arm was a crystal chandelier from Mohani Event Design.

Other lavish centrepieces included 8-ft tall arrangements of white and blush florals accented with hanging crystal strands.

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Twelve-piece band Rouge, provided by liv entertainment group, performed throughout the reception. Audio provided by briere production group.

Projecter and 8-ft screen from psav.

Cake design by a. elizabeth cakes.

Cinematography provided by life studios inc.

In the end, Mana and Jay believed their wedding struck the perfect balance between regal opulence and modern romance, “Mixing unique modern details, such as the circular sofreh and dance floor, with the classic glamour of the crystal details and the luxurious span of white flowers and rose gold accents created the look of dreamy romance,” recalls the bride.

After the wedding, Mana and Jay flew to Honolulu, Hawaii, where they stayed in the Honeymoon Suite at halekulani. “It was the best trip that we’ve ever been on together. We got to spend our first Valentine’s Day as husband and wife,” shares Mana. The couple currently resides in Vancouver, where Mana is a real estate agent and Jay is a mortgage broker.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Belluxe Photography

Seeing the tears of joy and the fire in your soul when you first see your wedding photos is the reason Samineh left her studies in science and pursued a Fine Arts degree at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design. With an eye for detail and love for people, Samineh captures the most authentic, subtle moments in order to create memories to last for generations to come.

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Photography by Henry wore an Ermenegildo Zegna tuxedo from harry rosen.

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BLUSH WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

BY KRISTY & KEN

Hair styling and makeup application services provided by be bridal studio.

Each bridesmaid carried a posy of baby’s breath from celsia florist.

A Garden Wedding, Inside and Out Christian Louboutin pumps from nordstrom.

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Though they were both born in Changchun, they never met while in China. In 2005, Guan’s family moved to Hong Kong. It was at this point that her father became golf buddies with Henry’s father, but still the two did not meet. Four years later, Guan’s family relocated again, this time to Vancouver. Flash forward another five years to May 2014, Henry had been living in Vancouver while attending university and his parents were coming to town for his graduation. Knowing his former friend was in town, Guan’s father arranged for the two families to have dinner. Thus, a casual gathering at a Chinese restaurant in downtown Vancouver is how the couple first connected. “We later learned that we were born in the same hospital and had even attended the same elementary school in China,” recalls the bride.

One and a half years later, Henry proposed in a suite at the fairmont pacific rim.

Guan and Henry tied the knot on August 27, 2017 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Soha Lavin of countdown events planning & design provided full-service event planning and design. “They’re the most thoughtful, creative, and detail-oriented planners I’ve ever worked with,” shares the bride.

The couple’s artistic invitations from flourish by colleen winton featured a deep blue watercolour design with a modern script font.

Guan and Henry worked together in designing her 3.2-carat pear cut engagement ring purchased from montecristo. Wedding bands from cartier.

Guan’s Vera Wang ball gown was purchased from blush bridal. Her necklace was from birks.

The bridesmaids wore lavender blue tulle gowns designed by Dessy Collection and purchased from tiffany’s vancouver bridal. The groomsmen wore matching black suits of their own choosing with ties, also from Tiffany’s Vancouver Bridal.

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CEREMONY NOTES

Guan and Henry said “I do” in a civil ceremony at the vandusen botanical garden. Light and airy florals from celsia florist were intended to showcase the natural surroundings of the venue. Rustic branches, white blooms, and lush greenery were arranged in low groupings along the aisle, as well as in tall white urns on pillars that stood on either end of the aisle.

These arrangements were complemented by clear Chiavari chairs and a stark white aisle runner from éclat decor inc. A string quartet from musical occasions performed throughout the ceremony.

“We wanted to create a whimsical, romantic atmosphere incorporating as many elements from nature as possible.” –guan

Celsia Florist provided all floral for the wedding, including Guan’s ethereal bouquet featuring greenery and white dahlias, garden roses, delphinium, and baby’s breath.

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INDOOR GARDEN

The wedding reception was held at the fairmont pacific rim where celsia florist and ĂŠclat decor inc. created an indoor garden within the Emerald Ballroom.

The setting was infused with an abundance of fresh greenery and whimsical accents in the form of crystal strands, hanging lights, and touches of silver. The sweetheart table had the dreamiest arrangement of them all; a wild and organic greenery-covered floral arch. In front of the table sat additional groupings of loose florals.

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SOMETHING BLUE

Round tables featured a different centrepiece design: life-size trees embellished with crystal strands hanging off branches and a bouquet of fresh white blooms at the base. For a hint of sparkle, silver leaf charger plates from éclat decor inc. were incorporated into place settings. Tablescapes were rounded off with blue watercolour menus, table numbers, and place cards from flourish by colleen winton, crystal candleholders from Éclat Decor Inc., and soap and hand cream wedding favors from l’occitane.

Gallery tables, Vogue chairs, and linens were supplied by Éclat Decor Inc. The customized blue and white dance floor was designed by Flourish by Colleen Winton and produced by instyle floor wraps.

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fairmont pacific rim provided the canapés, four-course plated dinner, and dessert stations.

Canapés ranged from hoisin duck spring rolls with cinnamon and plum jam to crispy fried pork belly.

Meanwhile, the gourmet dinner featured Dungeness crab with mascarpone, watermelon, quail egg, and edible flowers as the first course, butternut squash soup as the second course, wagyu beef steak and miso-glazed sablefish as the third course, and finally, a mascarpone mousse with a baked agave bird’s nest and strawberries for dessert.

A DJ from girl on wax got the party started and according to the bride, her favourite moment of the night was her first dance with Henry. True to their fun-loving nature, the couple hired a roaming magician from siegel entertainment to entertain guests during the reception. life studios inc. provided their cinematography services.

Though they hope to travel to Japan, Guan and Henry have yet to embark on their honeymoon due to the birth of their son, Damian, on January 7 of this year. The newlyweds currently reside in West Vancouver.

Fairmont Pacific Rim provided their catering services.

ganache patisserie prepared the couple’s five-tier wedding cake.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Blush Wedding Photography by Kristy & Ken

Named as one of the “Top Wedding Photographers in Canada” and “Best Photographer in BC”, this husband and wife team combine their individual styles to produce heart-felt candid moments, editorial portraits and magazine styled shots for their couples world-wide.

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SHAZNEEN & BAHMAN

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Hair styling provided by salon 88. Makeup application services were provided by celebrity makeup artist Kimberley Bosso, who flew in from Los Angeles.

Engagement ring and wedding bands from ballerina jewelers in Los Angeles.

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S Draping from Éclat Decor Inc.

Shazneen and Bahman were married in a Zoroastrian ceremony at the fairmont pacific rim. The bicultural wedding ceremony incorporated both Indian and Persian traditions to represent the bride and groom’s respective cultures. The theme of the ceremony was spirituality and the focal point was the elegant, all-white sofreh aghd designed by Details by Haleh.

Two large gold leaf arrangements from Tala Florist stood on white pillars at the front of the aisle, which was lined with floating candles. Guests sat in chairs from éclat decor inc.

hazneen Hushmendy and Bahman Sotoodian are both Zoroastrians, and it was because of this shared religious connection that they first met. “Thanks to a mutual Zoroastrian friend, Bahman and I were forced to become Facebook friends,” shares Shazneen. Initially, the two were reluctant to pursue a relationship seeing as Shazneen lived in Albany and Bahman lived in Vancouver, but after months of talking (Facebook messages led to texting, texting to phone calls, and phone calls to Skyping), the two finally decided to meet in person. On July 26, 2013, Bahman, already knowing Shazneen was “the one,” flew to New York City to meet the love of his life. “Our chemistry was perfect. We connected on an emotional, intellectual, and spiritual level,” recalls the bride. The pair spent the next two years getting to know one another, travelling, and supporting each other during the toughest moments of their careers. Finally, on October 4, 2015, Bahman proposed. Bahman was visiting Shazneen in Albany and on his last day, they went to Manhattan. Their impromptu trip involved a comedy show, a walk around the city, and some halal street food. According to the bride, “It was like we were reliving our very first meeting.” Throughout the day, Shazneen kept hinting that it was time Bahman made a commitment—little did she know he was going to propose that night. Back in the hotel room that evening, Bahman finally responded to Shazneen’s questions about commitment from earlier in the day and asked her to describe her dream engagement ring. After she was done describing it, Bahman pulled out a ring that looked exactly like what she had described and he popped the question. “It was a complete surprise. The breathtaking view of Manhattan could be seen from our room, which was perfect and a beautiful reminder of where we first met,” shares Shazneen.

The wedding took place on August 26, 2017 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Haleh Tafteh of details by haleh provided full-service planning and design assistance leading up to the big day. The entire wedding was planned in just five months due to a last-minute change of location.

The bride, who resides in California, was initially planning to have the wedding in San Francisco, but after the United States travel ban went into effect in early 2017, they decided to move their wedding to Vancouver. “We were lucky that the Fairmont Pacific Rim was available on our original day.

Moving our wedding to beautiful Vancouver (where Bahman’s family is from) was the best decision we could have made,” says Shazneen.

tala florist provided all floral for the wedding, including the bride’s bouquet.

Shazneen wore two gowns during the wedding day. The first, by Eddy K, was paired with a veil by Zuhair Murad, both from panache bridal.

Bahman wore Hugo Boss formalwear from harry rosen.

Per tradition, the couple was seated at the sofreh, facing guests.

They sat on a white chaise sofa from Éclat Decor Inc. On either side of the sofreh were two life-size manzanita trees covered in orchids and crystal strands with pink hydrangea at the base. Two oversized candelabras from Tala Florist were placed in front of the draping to represent warmth as the newlyweds begin their journey together.

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RED HOT The reception was held in the Star Sapphire Ballroom at the fairmont pacific rim. Bright pink, red, and gold— colours which, according to the bride and groom, represent joy and love—filled the room from top to bottom. According to planner Haleh Tafteh, “The flower palette of fuchsia and gold at the reception was absolutely jaw-dropping.”

tala florist created bold flower arrangements of pink hydrangea, red roses, and purple orchids, while gallery tables were embellished with “floating” centrepieces on clear pillars. Glam gold accents came in the form of candlesticks, charger plates, linens, and Napoleon chairs from éclat decor inc., as well as traditional Persian bags containing dried fruit and sweets from Iran, which served as guest takeaways.

Menu by Fairmont pacific Rim.

Shazneen’s second gown by Ysa Makino was purchased from wine country bride.

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FLOATING ON A CLOUD

The head table was undeniably the focal point. The couple sat on a white chaise sofa from Êclat decor inc. and were surrounded by glowing candles and white orchids. Four life-size manzanita trees in white pillars flanked the sweetheart setup, while two oversized glistening chandeliers from Éclat Decor Inc. hung off a 9-ft tall floral structure behind the newlyweds. Laced white and pink blooms covered the base of the hanging chandelier display to create a reception design that was the embodiment of luxury and extravagance.

DJ Ali Fard provided both his DJ and lighting services, which included 50 LED fixtures that created a fuchsia wash throughout the ballroom.

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“Even though Bahman and I are the same religion, we were born and raised in different countries. Bahman being born in Iran and myself being born in India, our vision was to have a melting of the two cultures, from the Indian-Persian food to the Indian-Persian music.” –shazneen The white dance floor with the couple’s gold monogram was designed by Alma Amiran and produced by éclat decor inc.

The custom bar created by the Fairmont Pacific Rim featured a photo of the couple taken by belluxe photography.

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For dinner, guests indulged in a combination of Persian and Indian family-style entrées prepared by the fairmont pacific rim, that ranged from butter chicken to joojeh kabob. Dessert was the main event and included multiple buffet stations. A flambéed mini donut station was rolled out where guests could choose from various toppings such as whipped cream, sprinkles, cacao nibs, caramel, chocolate sauce, berries, and even pop rocks. There was also a gulab jamun station, a Persian sweets station where Persian and Indian tea was served, and a buffet with crème brûlée, carrot halwa tarts, and fantasia wedding cake. The four-tier wedding cake perfectly matched the colour palette and theme of the reception and featured edible gilding, the couple’s monogram, and cascading purple orchids. It was prepared by le gateau bake shop, with monogram design by Alma Amiran.

DJ Ali Fard and Chichaklar Dance Company performed at the reception and premier love provided their cinematography services.

The couple had their favourite moment of the day on the dance floor. “The father-daughter dance and mother-son dance was a very special moment. Our parents are the reason we are what we are today and it was very emotional for us,” recalls Shazneen.

For their honeymoon, Shazneen and Bahman enjoyed two weeks of fun and relaxation. They stayed at the ritz-carlton, kapalua in beautiful Maui for one week before embarking on a 7-day Alaskan cruise.

The couple currently resides in Santa Rosa, California, where they are both physicians.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Belluxe Photography

Seeing the tears of joy and the fire in your soul when you first see your wedding photos is the reason Samineh left her studies in science and pursued a Fine Arts degree at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design. With an eye for detail and love for people, Samineh captures the most authentic, subtle moments in order to create memories to last for generations to come.

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AZADEH & MOKO Moko wore Ermenegildo Zegna formalwear with a Lanvin bow tie, Tateossian cufflinks, a Salvatore Ferragamo belt, and a Tiger of Sweden tuxedo shirt, all from harry rosen.

His shoes were by Salvatore Ferragamo. His Omega watch was from lugaro jewellers.

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The bride, a makeup artist, hair stylist, and the owner of beauty by azadeh, did her own hair and makeup, as well as that of her bridesmaids, mother, and mother-in-law.

A Modern Autumn Wedding

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zadeh Eltejaei and Moko Kourehchian are old family friends. For a long time, they didn’t see one another, but “I was always thinking of her and knew we would meet again,” recalls Moko. In June 2014, while on a trip to Toronto, the two ran into each other. They were both visiting the city as they planned to move to Canada. It was from this moment that their relationship took off. They quickly began dating and shortly thereafter, travelled to Vancouver because Azadeh wanted to experience life on the West Coast. Over their 18-day trip was when they officially became boyfriend and girlfriend. The trip made them realize that Vancouver was the city for them and so at this point, they returned to Iran to gather everything and prepare to move to Canada. “After four months, we permanently moved to Vancouver to start a new journey,” shares Moko.

On February 14, 2015, the couple were spending their first Valentine’s Day together and made a reservation at cincin, a romantic Italian restaurant in Vancouver. After finishing the second course, Moko made his move, suddenly kneeling down to present Azadeh with the ring. Her eyes filled with tears and she said “yes!” Everyone around them started clapping and the restaurant opened a rare bottle of champagne for the newly-engaged couple.

The wedding took place on October 1, 2017 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Jenny De Jong of countdown events planning & design provided full-service planning. The couple’s invitations were designed by the groom’s company, moko design (Moko is an interior architect and designer).

Azadeh’s satin gown, shoes, and veil were all designed by Rosa Clara. She also wore a sparkly headpiece custom-made at Beauty

by Azadeh, which featured Swarovski crystals that mimicked the beading on her gown. Jewellery included a Chopard watch, diamond tennis bracelet, and diamond earrings, all from lugaro jewellers, and a diamond necklace from alaghband jewelry in Tehran.

One of the bride’s closest friends and bridesmaids, Banafshe Farahmand, is a fashion designer and designed the gowns worn by herself and the maid of honour.

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In keeping with the clean and contemporary aesthetic, white acrylic tables from éclat decor inc. filled the room and were complemented by white clear back Louis chairs. Place settings featured crystal charger plates from Éclat Decor Inc. and white ceramic doves from Iran that doubled as guest takeaways. “We ordered handmade ceramic doves as our wedding favors, not only because doves are a symbol of love and peace, but also because we wanted everyone in the room to take a symbol of our taste and our design sense with them to their homes and decorate their houses with this symbol of our love,” shares Azadeh.

MODERN MOMENTS Azadeh and Moko’s wedding ceremony was held in Tehran in March 2017 so they could celebrate with family members who were not able to come to Canada.

Their fall wedding reception in Vancouver was held in the Emerald Ballroom at the fairmont pacific rim. The couple’s main vision was to have a “modern and stylish boutique autumn wedding.” According to the bride and groom, the

season has a very special meaning in Persian culture and they wanted to pay homage to that through unique florals. “Autumn carries very strong feelings, especially in poetry and visual art, that’s why the floral design had to be special because flowers are the visual symbol of love and autumn is the season of lovers,” says Moko.

tala florist imported over 2,000 orange calla lilies from the Netherlands to bring their modern fall reception to life.

Bouquets sat in glass vases and were surrounded by glowing candles. Vases and candleholders from Éclat Decor Inc.

Day-of stationery designed by moko design.

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The couple sat at their own sweetheart table made of glass and supplied by éclat decor inc.

The sleek table was covered in white candles sitting in cylindrical candleholders of varying heights.

There were also rectangular glass bowls along the front edge of the table that were filled with white calla lilies and more white tealights. The couple sat in white Vogue chairs from Éclat Decor Inc.

“Our biggest priority for planning our wedding was having a unique, modern, and also stylish wedding with our personal touch, and because of that, we designed almost all the details of our day.” –azadeh

As an extra special touch, the guestbook was actually a 3.5-ft by 5-ft puzzle made out of magnetic place cards designed by moko design. On one side of the place card was a spot to write well wishes for the bride and groom and on the other was part of a larger image that only came together when all cards were placed inside a frame. In the end, the finished puzzle created a photo from the couple’s engagement shoot. “Instead of having a wish book, we will always have one of our wedding photos on the wall with the wishes from our guests, and we can take a piece and read it anytime,” says Moko.

The bride’s simple white bouquet from tala florist consisted of calla lilies flown in from the Netherlands.

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DJ Armin provided DJ services.

Catering was provided by the fairmont pacific rim.

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As the evening progressed, the room got darker and became increasingly romantic. “The emphasis was on the romantic glow of candles and unique floral designs,” shares planner Jenny De Jong. psav provided their lighting services throughout the reception.

Guests danced the night away on the white dance floor embellished with the couple’s orange monogram, designed by moko design and produced by éclat decor inc. The pair’s favourite part of the wedding was the live musical performance. Azadeh and Moko had fallen in with a song called “Asoudeh” by Hamed Nikpay. According to the bride, “It was a divine fusion of flamenco and traditional Persian music.” As it happens, the bride’s brother is a professional tar player and one of her bridesmaids is a professional Persian singer so they decided to have them, along with a flamenco-style guitar player, perform live at the wedding.

“We did a tango dance to this masterpiece of love, which we have to say was executed in the most perfect way possible. We both started crying after our dance,” recalls Azadeh.

The couple have yet to go on their honeymoon but plan to visit the United Kingdom. They currently reside in Vancouver, where Azadeh is the makeup and hair artist at the helm of beauty by azadeh and Moko is an interior architect and designer.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Hong Photography and Cinema Inc.

Ellen Ho is an international photographer who runs a top boutique-style-photography studio based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. With a background in art and fashion, Ellen incorporates her innate sense of design in her photography and gives something cosmopolitan, chic, and unique to her photos. ganache patisserie prepared the couple’s four-tier cake, which had been designed and sketched by the groom. It was a one-of-a-kind architectural piece made with vertical white chocolate stripes for a skyscraper effect.

A refined and polished boutique elegance has become her signature style. And while seeking to embody the very essence of haute couture and luxury, she also captures a person’s unique personality and inner beauty.

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Hair styling and makeup application services provided by the love team makeup and hair.

Adam wore an Ermenegildo Zegna tuxedo with a custom monogram from harry rosen.

Accessories included Burberry cufflinks and Salvatore Ferragamo shoes, also from Harry Rosen.

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maurelle calligraphy & design designed the couple’s simple white and black invitation suite.

A Classic Wedding Designed by the Bride

The maid of honour wore a fitted black gown by Katie May, purchased from nordstrom.

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riel Chiu and Adam Steele first connected online on a dating site in June 2012. Multiple coffee dates turned into four years of on-and-off dating until they finally started their relationship anew in January 2015. Within a few short months, they had moved in together and one year later, they co-purchased their first home. When it came to the proposal, Ariel admits that given her profession (she is the owner and lead event planner of wonderstruck events), Adam certainly had his work cut out for him! Luckily, the groom enlisted the help of Ariel’s future wedding coordinator and friend, Nargess Tabrizy of fleur de lis events. Together, they concocted the perfect proposal. The first step was booking the York Room at hawksworth restaurant in the rosewood hotel georgia for November 18, 2016, the night he planned to propose. One week in advance, Adam invited Ariel to dinner at Hawksworth Restaurant and a comedy show, and also casually suggested she get a manicure. “Given that he had never suggested such a thing before, I immediately suspected that he was planning to propose,” remembers Ariel. However, her hopes were then dashed when Adam mentioned that two of their friends would be joining them on their evening out. Despite this setback, Ariel continued researching venues and serendipitously came across the York Room at Hawksworth Restaurant. Since they were dining there on Friday night, Ariel figured she would reach out to schedule a tour before dinner. Friday night came around and Adam was noticeably flustered en route to the restaurant, but Ariel didn’t think much of it. When they arrived, the hostess led them upstairs to the York Room. As they entered the event space, Ariel noticed a romantic table for two set in the corner and an aisle lined with candles. “It wasn’t until Adam pulled me over to the stained glass window that everything began to sink in—he was about to propose!” Ariel was in total shock. The next thing she knew, Adam was down on one knee. Of course, she accepted and they enjoyed dinner while being serenaded by a solo guitarist, before heading to the comedy show. Shortly after they found their seats at the show, Adam got a call saying he’d left his credit card at the restaurant. The two popped back to Hawksworth Restaurant and upon re-entering the site of their proposal only a few hours earlier, Ariel was once again surprised, this time because she found all of their closest friends and family waiting for them. “With the help of Nargess, Adam had pulled off a surprise engagement party right after our proposal. Needless to say, we never did make it back to the comedy show, but instead, had the most wonderful evening with our friends and family as we celebrated our engagement.”

The wedding took place on September 2, 2017 in Vancouver, British Columbia. As the owner of Wonderstruck Events, Ariel planned her own wedding. Nargess Tabrizy of Fleur de Lis Events was hired to oversee everything on the day-of.

Ariel bought her wedding dress no less than one week after her engagement! The Rosa Clara gown was purchased from blush bridal. She accessorized with Valentino heels from holt renfrew, diamond drop earrings from minichiello jewellers, and a veil from Blush Bridal. Her bouquet from sunflower florist consisted of white and cream roses, lisianthus, and greenery, tied with a classic ivory satin ribbon. www.wedl u xe.com

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ABOVE THE CLOUDS

The couple said “I do” in the very same spot Adam proposed nine months earlier, the York Room at hawksworth restaurant. Ariel remembers being extremely calm on the day-of until it came to the moment right before walking down the aisle. According to the bride, “My dress was so big that I almost knocked over one of the pillars at the end of the aisle when I turned the corner! I stuck my tongue out at Adam at one point in the ceremony, and that made him laugh and calmed both our nerves.” sunflower florist created oversized arrangements for the ceremony that sat in front of ivory draping from art of the party design inc. Gold vases resting on clear pillars created a floating illusion in front of the backdrop. éclat decor inc. provided the gold candelabras, white aisle runner, gold pedestal bowls, and Louis chairs.

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Food was incredibly important to the couple, who are both self-professed foodies. Thus, Hawksworth Restaurant, one of the best fine dining restaurants in Vancouver, was the perfect venue. For the ultimate wedding favor, Ariel and Adam treated their guests to black and white portraits shot, edited, and printed on-site by the collective you. The Collective You even produced a second set of portraits for guests to write well wishes on that served as the couple’s guestbook. life studios inc. provided their cinematography services.

Overall, Ariel and Adam’s wedding was a dream come true for the bride. “As a planner, I really enjoyed designing the decor for my own wedding.

It was great to know exactly which vendors I wanted to work with and to bring my industry friends aboard to help conceptualize my wedding design,” shares Ariel.

For their honeymoon, the newlyweds spent five weeks travelling Europe. Upon their return to Canada, the pair settled back into their daily routines, where Ariel is the owner of wonderstruck events and Adam is in internet marketing.

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Floral design by sunflower florist.

For the reception, hawksworth restaurant’s York Room was transformed once again. The same gold and white Louis chairs from the ceremony surrounded two harvest tables and were complemented by gold leaf charger plates from éclat decor inc., gold candelabras with white taper candles, and crystal candlesticks with white pillar candles.

Ivory satin linens from Éclat Decor Inc. and clean black and white menus from maurelle calligraphy & design adorned with the couple’s custom monogram finished off place settings.

“Having planned many weddings, I had a pretty good sense of what I wanted for our wedding. I didn’t want extravagance or to be current with the latest wedding trends, I wanted to go back to basics and create a wedding that was luxe but also elegant and timeless.”–ariel Following the plated meal, guests indulged in a vanilla and salted caramel-flavoured wedding cake covered in sugar flowers and the couple’s custom monogram, prepared by a. elizabeth cakes.

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Cocktails served included his & her drinks: an Old Fashioned and a French 75.

Seeing the tears of joy and the fire in your soul when you first see your wedding photos is the reason Samineh left her studies in science and pursued a Fine Arts degree at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design. With an eye for detail and love for people, Samineh captures the most authentic, subtle moments in order to create memories to last for Later in the evening, Ariel changed into a gown designed by Self-Portrait.

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JANA DILLON PHOTOGRAPHY

Hair styling and makeup application services provided by maui makeup artistry.

Joe wore formalwear from j.crew, alongside shoes from urban outfitters, a grey bow tie from nordstrom, and a white Hugo Boss dress shirt, also from Nordstrom.

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Megan wore a silk chiffon gown from nicole miller. She paired the Grecian-style dress with shoes from badgley mischka, a white gold Cartier Love bracelet from her husband, a beaded crystal headpiece, and diamond stud earrings.

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egan Chang and Joe Konrad, both doctors, first met in Providence, Rhode Island while they were working at Rhode Island Hospital.

Megan was completing an Interventional Radiology Fellowship and Joe was completing his Radiology residency. Knowing he wanted to spend the rest of his life with Megan, Joe proposed en route to a beachside dinner in Meads Bay, while the two were vacationing on the Caribbean island of Anguilla.

With Kimiko Hosaki of k.h & co. elevated experience providing full event planning and design services, Megan and Joe tied the knot in a destination wedding in Maui, Hawaii on July 9, 2017 at haiku mill. “Our wedding planner was incredible. Kimiko was so organized in her planning and follow-through. We had no worries at any point in the process and were extremely pleased with her attention to detail, professionalism, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond without even being asked,” shares Megan. The wedding was designed by Kimiko Hosaki of K.H & co. Elevated Experience and coordinated by elements by k.h & co., a destination coordination event company founded by Hosaki. the lettering studio created the couple’s classic and timeless invitations, which provided a subtle glimpse into the design of their big day. “Once I designed the hanging vine installation for the dining room at Haiku Mill, I carried the vines onto the invitations by adding a hand-painted stem of gold leaves,” shares planner Kimiko Hosaki, who also designed all stationery.

The bride’s engagement ring was custom-made by Marco Rossario.

Weddings bands from sissy’s log cabin.

Megan’s classic white bouquet of peonies, roses, and Italian ruscus was designed by teresa sena designs, who provided all floral for the wedding.

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White chiffon draping from pua le’a & co. Floral design by teresa sena designs.

Megan and Joe said “I do” in a small and simple ceremony at haiku mill.

Guests sat in gold Chameleon chairs from winters events.

As the bride and groom wished for a traditional ceremony focused on family and their union, elements by k.h & co. and Teresa Sena Designs created a subtle yet impactful design for the venue. Crystal strands hung from the glass ceiling above guests, while candles were placed on the staircase to create a romantic ambiance for the bride’s grand entrance.

A harp player from maui harps performed live throughout the ceremony.

“We loved having a small wedding where we could enjoy each other and spend quality time with every single guest.” island kings band performed at the reception.

Signature cocktails provided by garnish craft cocktail catering.

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–megan

A large clear-top tent from maui rents was installed on-site to protect guests from the tropical evening rain.

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Rigging of the draping, lighting, and suspended floral installation was provided jointly by haiku mill and elements by k.h & co.

Draping from Pua Le’a & Co.

Square dining tables from island rents were adorned with floral centrepieces made of greenery and fresh white blooms that were arranged in a way to make it feel as though they were growing out of the table. Chandelier from hawaiian style rentals & sales.

White linens from Island Rents.

A five-course dinner prepared by cutting edge catering was served. Menus, place cards, and table numbers from the lettering studio.

When it came to the cocktail hour and reception, also held at Haiku Mill, the bride’s only request was that she really wanted to see hanging greenery incorporated into the design. Once again, Elements by K.H & co. dreamed up something truly spectacular. The design concept, dubbed “secret garden,” was brought to life with the help of teresa sena designs, who handwove ivy and amaranthus into 22-ft long ropes suspended from the ceiling. “When I started to present the idea of large, full, low-hanging lines of greens with soft white touches that guests would literally need to navigate their way through, I thought Megan and Joe would think I was crazy,” shares planner Kimiko Hosaki. Instead, the couple went along with it, and the end result was a wild jungle perfectly in tune with Haiku Mill’s natural setting. In keeping with the bride’s classic style, gold accents in the form of flatware, wine glasses, and dishware, all from set maui, Chameleon chairs from winters events, and candlesticks from Pua Le’a & Co. created an elegant and timeless feel.

Later in the evening, guests indulged in the white, two-tier wedding cake with ruffle detailing and fresh flowers from cake fanatics. They were also treated to Hawaiian cookies from honolulu cookie company, which served as guest takeaways. As the ultimate wedding favor, Megan and Joe, with help from Kimiko Hosaki, arranged for each of their guests to join them on a sunset dinner sail the following evening. According to the groom, “It was both a way to show our appreciation to our guests for coming to our destination wedding and another way to celebrate.”

The couple remained in Hawaii for their honeymoon and stayed at the four seasons resort maui. The newlyweds currently reside in Little Rock, Arkansas, where they are both physicians.

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The head table featured a 3-ft by 3-ft hanging installation of garden roses, amaranthus, and stock.

“Our favourite design detail was the roses suspended from the ceiling above the bride and groom’s table at the reception,” shares Megan.

White cake stand supplied

by Elements by K.H & co. Cake table by pua le’a & co.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Jana Dillon Photography

After traveling the world with a camera and studying traditional fine arts, this photographer found her heart and joy on the small island of Maui. Finding inspiration through love and nature, Jana enjoys connecting with people from all over the world to share their love stories.

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Hair styling provided

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Makeup application services provided by makeup by haleh.

Photography by SWEET PEA PHOTOGRAPHY

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Ali wore Giorgio Armani formalwear from nordstrom, cufflinks from louis vuitton, a bow tie from hugo boss, and shoes from salvatore ferragamo.

Rosa wore a Vera Wang ball gown from blush bridal, alongside Jimmy Choo heels from neiman marcus, a crystal hair vine from Blush Bridal, and a diamond necklace and earrings from the groom, purchased in Iran.

The sofreh aghd was carefully designed

by Details by Haleh with flowers by tala florist. Aisle runner provided by upright decor signature events inc.

Gold Louis chairs from éclat decor inc.

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The bride’s engagement ring and wedding band were purchased from blue nile. The groom’s wedding band was from ann-louise jewellers.

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osa Beyat and Ali Mazinani met on February 7, 2009 through mutual friends at a dinner party. Ali was about to leave, but once he and Rosa noticed each other, he decided to stay and it became obvious that they couldn’t take their eyes off one another. He finally went up to her and they hit it off right away. The night ended too soon, but it wasn’t long after that Ali asked Rosa out on a date. “We ended up having our first date on Valentine’s Day and it was only the start of many other dates,” shares Rosa.

Seven years later, Ali was in the midst of organizing an epic proposal to take place on the day before Rosa’s birthday. In the days prior, Ali told Rosa that he had something special planned for her, revealing only that she needed to be ready on time and wear something warm. When the day came, Ali called Rosa and asked her to be ready even sooner than he’d originally said, but didn’t provide further explanation. Ali drove them to the secret destination and upon their arrival, Rosa saw a helicopter and realized Ali was taking her on a romantic helicopter ride. They boarded the aircraft and flew to a scenic lake, where they got out to walk around and take in the natural surroundings. Just as Rosa turned to comment on how beautiful it was, she saw Ali down on one knee. “It was the most special, breathtaking moment of my life,” recalls the bride. Turns out, the reason Ali told Rosa to be ready earlier was that the weather had taken a turn, and they needed to get to the helicopter before it got worse in order to ensure Ali’s dream proposal went off without a hitch!

The wedding took place on August 18, 2017 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Haleh Tafteh of details by haleh provided full-service planning and design assistance.

Tala Florist designed Rosa’s cream bouquet of gardenias, roses, and stephanotis.

Rosa and Ali were wed in a traditional Persian ceremony at the fairmont hotel vancouver.

The decor was classic and elegant, with an ivory and gold colour palette dominating throughout. The bridesmaids wore peach-hued chiffon gowns from david’s bridal.

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GOLDEN HOUR For the reception, guests made their way into the Grand Ballroom at the fairmont hotel vancouver where a white and gold colour palette was again utilized. Day-of stationery was custom-made in Iran and shipped to Canada for the wedding.

Gallery tables were accented with nine-arm crystal candelabras and beautiful floral arrangements from tala florist. Vases, clear pillars, crystal candelabras, and crystal candlesticks were also from Tala Florist.

“It’s such an amazing feeling marrying the love of your life at a beautiful venue surrounded by family and friends who are there to celebrate your love.” –ali

White linens and gold charger plates from upright decor signature events inc. and gold and white table numbers adorned guest tables.

Each place setting also had a decorative gold purse sourced from Iran that served as a wedding favor.

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Rosa and Ali sat at their own sweetheart table set on an elevated platform. They were surrounded by white orchids running along the front edge of the table and arranged in gold vases on white pillars at the back of the stage. Gold linen and sweetheart table from Upright Decor Signature Events Inc. Vancouver & Western Canada Edition

DJ Ali Fard provided his DJ and lighting services. psav provided their AV services. life studios inc. provided their cinematography services.

Rosa and Ali’s heart monogram, which they designed themselves, was not only seen on the cake and stationery, but also on the dance floor from éclat decor inc. It was on the dance floor that Rosa and Ali had their first dance as husband and wife. “We loved having our first dance. We had practiced this before in front of family, but the day of our wedding, everything went so smoothly. We were completely in that moment together, not noticing anything else,” shares Ali.

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Catering was provided by the fairmont hotel vancouver.

For their Insta-worthy honeymoon, Rosa and Ali travelled to the Maldives, where they stayed at the sheraton full moon resort & spa. They woke up every morning in their private bungalow on the water and according to Rosa, “We were truly in paradise. It was the most romantic place for a honeymoon. It was relaxing, quiet, and the ideal spot to celebrate being husband and wife.” The newlyweds currently reside in Coquitlam.

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The white and gold, five-tier wedding cake featured edible gilding to resemble the Grand Ballroom at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, along with the couple’s initials inside a heart. The confection was prepared by le gateau bake shop.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Sweet Pea Photography

Lori Miles has been documenting fabulous weddings for over 18 years. Her passion for capturing authentic moments has become her signature style, resulting in classic, elegant and timeless images. “I love that my job allows me to connect with people and feel honoured that my clients choose me to document one of the most important days of their lives.”

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Hair styling services provided by Mahyar Khoda. Makeup application services provided by makeup by haleh.

Arash wore a Giorgio Armani tuxedo from nordstrom with a Tom Ford bow tie and shoes, both from holt renfrew, and rose gold cufflinks from hermès.

A Whimsical Baccarat Garden

Azadeh and Arash were wed in a Persian ceremony held at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia. Details by Haleh designed the traditional sofreh aghd, which was undoubtedly the focal point of the ceremony. The sofreh sat on a bed of white rose petals and was topped with crystal candelabras and symbolic elements, including a mirror that was covered in orchids and greenery by tala florist. Louis chairs and an aisle runner from éclat decor inc. completed the decor.

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zadeh Anvari and Arash Shakoori both met in Iran during the summer of 2013. Though Azadeh was living in London at the time, she was on holiday in her home country for the season. One night, a friend invited her to a house party, which happened to be hosted by Arash. They met at the party and she played hard to get, but he made every effort to grab her attention. “That night began the journey of meeting the love of my life,” recalls Azadeh. One year later, the pair were on vacation in Europe.

Their first stop was Belgium, which Arash had strongly insisted on. Azadeh couldn’t understand why at first but would later realize it was part of Arash’s thoughtful proposal (he had planned to meet Azadeh’s mother and sister in Brussels to ask their permission to marry her). While in Brussels, they stayed at the beautiful hotel amigo. On the second night, after having dinner at le rabassier, they took a stroll through the city. Arash stopped by the royal museum of fine arts of belgium where two violinists, hired by Arash, were playing on the staircase. It was at this moment that he reached into his pocket and gave his phone to Azadeh. He told her to open his photo gallery, where she found a photo of her late father’s tombstone in Iran with a bouquet of flowers on it. Arash then looked Azadeh in the eyes and said, “I told your dad I would take care of his little girl. Azadeh Anvari, will you marry me?” According to the bride, “It was the most magical day any girl could dream of.”

The wedding took place on September 8, 2017 in Vancouver, British Columbia at the rosewood hotel georgia. Haleh Tafteh of details by haleh provided full-service event planning and design assistance. “Haleh was extraordinary to work with, very easy to communicate with, and extremely meticulous; she took on the entire project as if it were her own wedding,” shares Arash.

The invitation suite was inspired by the theme of the wedding, “A Whimsical Baccarat Garden,” and was adorned with crystals, pearls, and a gold motif. All stationery was designed by Farhad Hadi Mosaffa.

Azadeh’s ball gown was custom-made in Dubai. She accessorized with Christian Louboutin heels, a Rolex watch, a customized tiara, and jewellery from mozafarian in Dubai.

Her engagement ring was from cartier.

Tala Florist designed her chic and simple bouquet of ivory roses.

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“Everything was thought out, from the overall theme to the smallest details, like the cutlery used on the tables. We tried to go above and beyond to make sure our guests were taken care of properly.

They put in a lot of effort to travel and be part of our special day and we wanted to give them a truly special time.”–azadeh

The reception was also held at the rosewood hotel georgia where éclat decor inc. and tala florist transformed the ballroom into a magical indoor garden filled with fresh foliage and luxe crystal accents. “The overall theme of my wedding was ‘Whimsical Baccarat Garden,’ shares Azadeh. “The halls were laced with lush exotic greens and flowers, creating a surreal, fragrant, and natural setting dazzling with crystals.”

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The head table ran down the centre of the ballroom and held two 20-ft tall trees covered in Italian ruscus and orange jasmine, which filled the hall with a beautiful scent. Each tree had two crystal chandeliers from Éclat Decor Inc. hanging off them.

Alternating high and low centrepieces comprising orchids, garden roses, hydrangea, and snowberries added texture to tablescapes. White pillar candles on crystal candlesticks and crystal candelabras from tala florist added a luxe feel.

Farhad Hadi Mosaffa designed and produced the couple’s white and gold dance floor.

The bride and groom enjoyed their own sweetheart setup, where they sat in Milano chairs at a vintage mirrored table from éclat decor inc. Behind them was a wall of white draping, also from Éclat Decor Inc., and the same four oversized arrangements of ivory florals and greenery that stood behind the sofreh during the ceremony.

Velour draping, charger plates, Milano chairs, dining tables, chandeliers, and lighting provided by Éclat Decor Inc.

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“A magical wedding day is every little girl’s dream; it’s a day that we envision all our lives. My wedding surpassed my expectations.

My first and foremost goal was the comfort of my guests. As both Arash and I had friends and family traveling from all over the world to be present on our special day, it had to be something memorable.”–azadeh

Later into the reception, Azadeh changed into a mermaid gown from isabelle’s bridal.

rosewood hotel georgia provided their catering services, which included a five-station dinner. Persian food was catered by cooq. ganache patisserie prepared the couple’s five-tier, salted caramelflavoured wedding cake with butterscotch fondant.

The gold confection stood behind the sweetheart table and featured edible fondant pearls and marzipan flowers. Guests were also treated to a dessert station from the Rosewood Hotel Georgia that consisted of triple chocolate mousse torte, cappuccino mousse cups, salted caramel tarts, macarons, blueberry financiers, cheesecake, and fruit salad.

Guests took home ornaments containing sweets from Farhad Hadi Mosaffa. In addition, “It would’ve been a shame to let the flowers die,” shares Azadeh, so as a token of the couple’s appreciation, they handed out bouquets of orchids and roses to their guests as they said goodbye.

The couple currently resides in West Vancouver, where Azadeh is a cosmetic laser technician and Arash is a real estate developer.

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A same day edit wedding video from brellow was also shown during the reception.

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ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Hong Photography and Cinema Inc.

Ellen Ho is an international photographer who runs a top boutique-style-photography studio based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. With a background in art and fashion, Ellen incorporates her innate sense of design in her photography and gives something cosmopolitan, chic, and unique to her photos.

A refined and polished boutique elegance has become her signature style. And while seeking to embody the very essence of haute couture and luxury, she also captures a person’s unique personality and inner beauty.

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FINE FIGURINE Gown “Harper,” ines di santo, inesdisanto.com. Ring, price available upon request, royal de versailles, royaldeversailles.com.

Chess pieces, imagine it 3d, imagineit-3d.com. Vinyl floor design and installation, axe media group, dancefloorvinyl.com.

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A fashionista meets her match in the latest laser cut and lace-adorned bridal fashions.

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Photography assistants: Peter Hart (1st assistant) and Katerina Brodaric (2nd assistant), David Hou Photography, davidhou.com.

Production | Vancouver & Western Canada Edition assistants: Victoria Ramsay, Giulia Ricci, Tiffany Kwong.

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ORIGAMI DIAMONDS Gown, whyte couture, whytecouture.com. Earrings and rings, prices available upon request, pasquale bruni, available at royal de versailles, royaldeversailles.com.

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A PAW N I N H E R G A M E Gown “Spring,” naeem khan, available upon request at kleinfeld hudson’s bay, kleinfeld.ca. Earrings “Vernita Flower Drop,” $42, baublebar, baublebar.com. Ring, rita tesolin, ritatesolin.com.

Shoes “Lily,” $985, aquazzura, available at davids footwear, davidsfootwear.com.

Chess pieces, imagine it 3d, imagineit-3d.com. Vinyl floor design and installation, axe media group, dancefloorvinyl.com.

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I WANNA BE YOUR ENDGAME Gown, kelly ng couture, kellyngcouture.com. Earrings “Ice Lily Hoop,” $42, baublebar, baublebar.com. Chess pieces, imagine it 3d, imagineit-3d.com.

Vinyl floor design and installation, axe media group, dancefloorvinyl.com.

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MAKE YOUR MOVE Gown “Rhiannon,” galia lahav, available at white toronto, whitetoronto.com. Earrings “Melayna Drop,” $42, baublebar, baublebar.com.

Chess pieces, imagine it 3d, imagineit-3d.com. Vinyl floor design and installation, axe media group, dancefloorvinyl.com. Loveseat “Heritage,” luxe modern rentals inc., luxerentals.net.

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Chess pieces, imagine it 3d, imagineit-3d.com.

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B LO O M I N G LOV E Gown “Alatau,� millanova, available at blushing bridal boutique, blushingbridalboutique.com.

Earrings and ring, prices available upon request, royal de versailles, royaldeversailles.com. Bouquet, flowers time, flowerstime.ca.

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QUEEN’S GAMBIT Gown, bride by catherine langlois, catherinelanglois.com. Earrings “Melvina Flower Drop,” $48, baublebar, baublebar.com. Ring, rita tesolin, ritatesolin.com. Floral design, flowers time, flowerstime.ca.

Chess pieces, imagine it 3d, imagineit-3d.com. Vinyl floor design and installation, axe media group, dancefloorvinyl.com. Bar “Monarch” and end table “Creme,” luxe modern rentals inc., luxerentals.net.

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WHERE IS MY KNIGHT? Gown “Alatau,” millanova, available at blushing bridal boutique, blushingbridalboutique.com.

Earrings and ring, prices available upon request, royal de versailles, royaldeversailles.com. Mirrors “Regal,” luxe modern rentals inc., luxerentals.net.

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MASQUERADE Gown, bride by catherine langlois, catherinelanglois.com. Lace Mask, da couture, couturejewelrybouquets.com.

Earrings “Melvina Flower Drop,� $48, baublebar, baublebar.com. Ring, rita tesolin, ritatesolin.com.

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J’ADOUBE Jumpsuit “Broadway,” naeem khan, available upon request at kleinfeld hudson’s bay, kleinfeld.ca. Earrings, rita tesolin, ritatesolin.com. Ring, price available upon request, royal de versailles, royaldeversailles.com.

Shoes “Rosa,” $675, sophia webster, available at davids footwear, davidsfootwear.com. Vinyl floor design and installation, axe media group, dancefloorvinyl.com. Ottoman “Empire,” luxe modern rentals inc., luxerentals.net.

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hair and makeup Anita Lee Beauty & Style, anitalee.ca chairs Vancouver Chiavari Chairs, vancouverchiavarichairs.com

shoes Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com

floral design, candles, candleholders, mirrored runner, and linen Cherry Wang International Wedding & Event Group Limited, cherrywangwedding.com menus, place cards, and table numbers Jrnl Studio, jrnlstudio.com flatware, coffee cups, and saucers Rosewood Hotel Georgia, rosewoodhotels.com/ hotel-georgia-vancouver charger plates Casa Llena Furniture, casallenafurniture.com stemware Major Interiors, majorinteriors.ca

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invitation Wedding Design by Anika, weddingdesignbyanika.com

gown Galia Lahav, ‘Lily Rose,’ galialahav.com See website for local retailers. floral design and headpiece Sunflower Florist, sunflowerflorist.ca chairs, vases, candles, and candleholders Mohani Event Design, mohanieventdesign.com floor vinyl production Instyle Floor Wraps, instylefloorwraps.com

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menu and table number Wedding Design by Anika, weddingdesignbyanika.com

dishware and napkin Mohani Event Design, mohanieventdesign.com

crystal balls Shing Weddings, shingweddings.com calligraphy HW Calligraphy, instagram.com/thewongkindofwrite

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HAPPY BIRDS PRODUCTIONS HBIRDS.COM

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cake and dessert design BEHNAZ SHAFIEE

J O C O N D E PAT I S S E R I E hair and makeup Anita Lee Beauty & Style, anitalee.ca gown Isabelle’s Bridal, ‘Ava,’ isabellesbridal.com floral design, linens, and draping Ruffled Rose Co., ruffledrose.com

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stationery design ANIKA LOEWEN

WEDDING DESIGN

BY ANIKA W E D D I N G D E S I G N B YA N I K A .C O M

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gown Isabelle’s Bridal, ‘Bianca,’ isabellesbridal.com hairpieces Isabelle’s Bridal, isabellesbridal.com jewellery Dian Creations, diancreations.com bouquet Ruffled Rose Co., ruffledrose.com shoes Christian Louboutin, christianlouboutin.com chair Éclat Decor Inc., eclatdecor.com invitation Wedding Design by Anika, weddingdesignbyanika.com ring box The Mrs. Box, themrsbox.com

bouquet D&D Floral Designs, floraldesigns.ca

DREAM www.wedl u xe.com

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floral design, draping, tableware, mirrored box, silver stands, candles, candleholders, and linens Ruffled Rose Co., ruffledrose.com chairs Éclat Decor Inc., eclatdecor.com

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dessert design Joconde Patisserie, joconde.ca

cake design Joconde Patisserie, joconde.ca bouquet, draping, and pillar Ruffled Rose Co., ruffledrose.com

hair and makeup Anita Lee Beauty & Style, anitalee.ca gown Isabelle’s Bridal, ‘Bianca,’ isabellesbridal.com hairpiece Isabelle’s Bridal, isabellesbridal.com jewellery Dian Creations, diancreations.com

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gown Vera Wang, ‘Englantine,’ available at Blush Bridal, blushbridal.ca

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headpiece and floral design Flowerz Inc., flower-z.com draping and paper fans Koncept Events, koncepteventdesign.com

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photography by LORI MILES

SWEET PEA PHOTOGRAPHY SW EETPEA PHOTO GR APH Y.COM

concept creator, creative director, producer, and decor design E VA N O R I O N

KONCEPT EVENTS KONCEPTEVENTDESIGN.COM

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cake design

E VA N O R I O N

DALANA FLEMING

FLOWERZ INC .

THE CAKE & THE GIRAFFE

FLOWER-Z.COM

TCANDTG.COM

FA I R M O N T PAC I F I C R I M ,

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floral design Flowerz Inc., flower-z.com chairs, aisle runner, candles, candlesticks, paper fans, and draping Koncept Events, koncepteventdesign.com

shoes and clutch Lord’s Shoes, lordsshoes.ca

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gown Vera Wang, ‘Felisa,’ available at Blush Bridal, blushbridal.ca bouquet Flowerz Inc., flower-z.com

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“ inspired by origami and paper pleats, this shoot takes the craft of paper pleating and origami and translates it into every aspect, from the cakes to the backdrops. �

Evan Orion, Flowerz Inc.

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gown Vera Wang, ‘Felisa,’ available at Blush Bridal, blushbridal.ca

floral design and headpiece Flowerz Inc., flower-z.com table, chairs, backdrop, candles, candlesticks, paper fans, and draping Koncept Events, koncepteventdesign.com

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candles, candlesticks, and paper fans Koncept Events, koncepteventdesign.com

floral design Flowerz Inc., flower-z.com

dessert design Fairmont Pacific Rim, fairmont.com/ pacific-rim-vancouver

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cake design The Cake & The Giraffe, tcandtg.com

Vancouver & Western Canada Edition

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hair and makeup Fancy Face Inc., fancyface.ca

photography by J A S A LY N T H O R N E P H O T O G R A P H Y J A S A LY N T H O R N E P H O T O G R A P H Y. C O M

stationery design creative director, producer, and planner ERIN BISHOP

floral design

cake design

GLORIA HENRY

FILOSOPHI EVENTS

THE FLOWER FAC TO RY

FILOSOPHI.COM

F L O W E R F A C T O R Y. C A

DALANA FLEMING

THE CAKE & THE GIRAFFE TCANDTG.COM

ANGELINA CORONA

DOMESTIC EMBELLISHMENT

BY ANGELINA CORONA I N S TA G R A M . C O M / DOMESTIC_EMBELLISHMENT

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PIPESHOPVENUE.COM

gown Costarellos, costarellos.com floral design The Flower Factory, flowerfactory.ca table Ikea, ikea.com chairs Koncept Events, koncepteventdesign.com draping and candleholders DĂŠbut Event Design Inc., debuteventdesign.ca rigging Promosa, promosa.ca

cloud lights Tangible Interaction, tangibleinteraction.com

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stationery suite Domestic Embellishment

by Angelina Corona, instagram.com/domestic_embellishment

bouquet The Flower Factory, flowerfactory.ca

hair and makeup Fancy Face Inc., fancyface.ca gown Costarellos, costarellos.com

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cake design The Cake & The Giraffe, tcandtg.com floral design The Flower Factory, flowerfactory.ca backdrop A&B Partytime Rentals Ltd., abpartytime.com

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wedluxe glitterati style files co-concept creators, co-creative directors, co-producers, co-planners, co-stylists, and decor design JENNY DE JONG AND SOHA LAVIN

COUNTDOWN EVENTS PLANNING & DESIGN COUNTDOWNEVENTS.COM

floral design TINA AGHAMOHSENI

TA L A F LO R I S T TA L A F L O R I S T. C O M

cake design TA N YA M U L L E R

L E G AT E A U B A K E S H O P L E G AT E A U B A K E S H O P. C O M

dessert design BEHNAZ SHAFIEE

J O C O N D E PAT I S S E R I E JOCONDE.CA

stationery design CHRISTINE TRAULICH

RED BLISS DESIGN REDBLISS.COM

cinematography ELLEN HO

HONG PHOTOGRAPHY AND CINEMA INC. H O N G - P H O T O G R A P H Y. C O M

photography by ELLEN HO

HONG PHOTOGRAPHY AND CINEMA INC. H O N G - P H O T O G R A P H Y. C O M

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Left page hair and makeup Anita Lee Beauty & Style, anitalee.ca gown Atelier Pronovias, ‘Ranisa,’ pronovias.com See website for local retailers. jewellery Chopard Boutique GWC, globalwatchco.com sofa Art of the Party Design Inc., artoftheparty.ca

This page gown GALA by Galia Lahav, ‘GALA-903,’ gala.galialahav.com See website for local retailers. floral design Tala Florist, talaflorist.com table, draping, mirrored tabletop, candles, and candleholders BOLD Event Creative, boldeventcreative.com chairs, charger plates, and flatware A&B Partytime Rentals Ltd., abpartytime.com dinner plates and glassware Hudson’s Bay, thebay.com mirrored chair and floor decals InStyle Floor Wraps, instylefloorwraps.com

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bouquet Tala Florist, talaflorist.com hair and makeup Anita Lee Beauty & Style, anitalee.ca gown Galia Lahav, ‘Georgia,’ galialahav.com See website for local retailers.

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stationery suite Red Bliss Design, redbliss.com

shoes Sophia Webster, available at Hudson’s Bay, thebay.com

floral design, candles, vases, backdrop design and production, and floor design Dushan Flowers, dushanflowers.com table Fairmont Pacific Rim, fairmont.com/ pacific-rim-vancouver chairs and crystal candlesticks Rojalux, rojalux.com tableware and linens Kawano Decor Design, kawanodecordesign.com catering White Table Catering, whitetablecatering.com floor production InStyle Floor Wraps, instylefloorwraps.com jewellery Chopard Boutique GWC, globalwatchco.com

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dinner plates Hudson’s Bay, thebay.com

hair and makeup Anita Lee Beauty & Style, anitalee.ca

coaster The Cross Design & Decor, thecrossdesign.com menu and place card Red Bliss Design, redbliss.com and Shop Tineke, shoptineke.com

floral design Tala Florist, talaflorist.com table, draping, mirrored tabletop, candles, and candleholders BOLD Event Creative, boldeventcreative.com chairs, charger plates, and flatware A&B Partytime Rentals Ltd., abpartytime.com mirrored chair decals InStyle Floor Wraps, instylefloorwraps.com

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ring Chopard Boutique GWC, globalwatchco.com

dessert design Joconde Patisserie, joconde.ca

cake design Le Gateau Bake Shop, legateaubakeshop.com cake stands Art of the Party Design Inc., artoftheparty.ca mirrored decals InStyle Floor Wraps, instylefloorwraps.com

gown GALA by Galia Lahav, ‘GALA-802’ gala.galialahav.com See website for local retailers. jewellery and clutch Chopard Boutique GWC, globalwatchco.com shoes Gucci, available at Nordstrom, nordstrom.com plexi box BOLD Event Creative, boldeventcreative.com

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S T E E L magnolia co-concept creator JOANNA MOSS

co-concept creator, planner, and decor design

co-concept creator and producer

JOANNA MOSS PHOTOGRAPHY

CRISTIE ROSLING

JENNIFER SCHAFER

UMBRELLA EVENTS

G R O U S E M O U N TA I N

J O A N N A M O S S P H O T O G R A P H Y. C O M

UMBRELLAEVENTS.CA

G R O U S E M O U N TA I N . C O M

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PAT R I C I A N AVA R R O

VIVIO FLOWERS VIVIOFLOWERS.CA

G R O U S E M O U N T A I N , G R O U S E M O U N TA I N . C O M

cake design

stationery design

DALANA FLEMING

CAROLINA WONG

THE CAKE & THE GIRAFFE

S TAY M A G I C A L STUDIOS

TCANDTG.COM

S TAY M A G I C A L . N E T

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shoes Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com ring box The Mrs. Box, themrsbox.com

clockwise from left stationery Stay Magical Studios, staymagical.net

gift box Jules & Joy, julesandjoygifts.com

earrings, veil, and bracelet Isabelle’s Bridal, isabellesbridal.com gown Isabelle’s Bridal, ‘Violet,’ isabellesbridal.com hair and makeup AV Makeup and Hair Artist, vancouvermakeup.com

floral design Vivio Flowers, vivioflowers.ca chairs and candlesticks Éclat Decor Inc., eclatdecor.com candles Umbrella Events, umbrellaevents.ca linen Upright Decor Signature Events Inc., uprightdecor.com

tableware Winstons Table Curations, winstonsevents.com

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cake design The Cake & The Giraffe, tcandtg.com

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M O R E O F W H AT YO U LOV E H AV E YO U S E E N T H E W E D LU X E G LO B A L T R E N D R E P O R T ? O U R F R E E Q U A R T E R LY D I G I TA L M AG A Z I N E I S W H E R E YO U ’ L L F I N D T H E V E RY L AT E ST S CO O P O N W H AT ’ S H A P P E N I N G I N T H E WO R L D O F LU X U RY W E D D I N G S A N D E V E N T S , FA S H I O N , A N D I N T E R I O R D E S I G N F R O M A R O U N D T H E G LO B E . S E E W H AT ’ S O N O U R R A DA R R I G H T N OW I N C LU D I N G D E S I G N A N D D E CO R T R E N D S O F T H E S E A S O N , E XC LU S I V E I N T E RV I E W S , D E S I G N E R LO O K B O O K S , I N T E R N AT I O N A L H OT S P OT S A N D M O R E . T H E W E D LU X E G LO B A L T R E N D R E P O R T I S W H E R E YO U ’ L L F I N D T H E H OT T E S T T R E N D S F I R S T !

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SURPRISE YOU

604. 30 7. 11 18

W W W.MOOS ARTSTUDIO.COM

MOOSARTSTUDIO@G MAIL .COM Photography by: Wonderlust Photography

W E D D I N G & E V E N T P L A N N IN G

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Photography by: JONETSU STUDIOS

604 434 4848 talaflorist.com

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THE CAKE & THE GIRAFFE Handcrafting beautiful and delectable memories by marrying extraordinary, custom designs with unique, unforgettable flavours.

RING EMAIL WEB

778.835.1437 dalana@tcandtg.com tcandtg.com

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G A N AC H E PAT I S S E R I E Wedding cakes by Ganache are uniquely designed to entice all the senses and have your guests asking for more.

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WESTERN CANADA

J O CO N D E PAT I S S E R I E Artful Cake designs, Artisan sweets. Exquisite creations to make your event a lasting sweet memory.

who are the “glitterati”? Quite simply, they are the finest wedding professionals in Canada. Each WedLuxe Glitterati member is individually renowned for reputation,

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604.339.1726 contact@joconde.ca joconde.ca

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brilliance and dedication to the craft of creativity in their respective fields. We dubbed them the Glitterati because they each bring panache and sparkle to any celebration.

Participation in WedLuxe is exclusive and by invitation-only.

L E G AT E A U B A K E S H O P Simplicity and elegance, extravagant opulence, or fun and whimsical.

Custom designs that are appealing to the eye and the palate.

We encourage you to choose from these incredible artisans RING

when planning your wedding.

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604.620.7975 tanya@legateaubakeshop.com AVAILABLE IN VANCOUVER + LOWER MAINLAND legateaubakeshop.com

MOO’S ART STUDIO We provide everything you need to create the perfect wedding cake and dessert table. Delight your guest by these high-spirited and creative ideas.

BEAUTY

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604.307.1118 moosartstudio@gmail.com AVAILABLE IN VANCOUVER + LOWER MAINLAND moosartstudio.com

A N I TA L E E B E A U T Y A N D S T Y L E

T H E U N CO M M O N C A K E

International leading makeup artist and hair stylist based in Vancouver. l Bridal l Fashion Editorial l Lifestyle l Boudoir l

Careful selection of flavours and detailed decoration ensures your cake will delight your guests and reflect your wedding’s unique style.

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778.881.5229 anita@anitalee.ca anitalee.ca

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B E A U T Y BY A Z A D E H Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist

RING EMAIL WEB

778.866.4466 beautybyazadeh@gmail.com beautybyazadeh.com

CATERING AVAILABLE CANADA-WIDE

FA N C Y FAC E I N C .

B OY W I T H A K N I F E

Luxury is in the details. Our world-class team of hair & makeup artists specialize in providing exquisite service and glamour.

Rustic elegance, flawlessly executed.

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844.633.2629 info@fancyface.ca fancyface.ca

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604.278.0769 catering@bwak.ca boywithaknife.ca

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C U L I N A RY C A P E R S C AT E R I N G & S P E C I A L E V E N T S

CAKES

Our award-winning culinary style, quality and vision make us an industry leader in producing innovative cuisine and professional service.

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THE LAZY GOURMET Since 1979, the Lazy Gourmet has been recognized as Vancouver’s favourite catering company, focusing on quality food and events, sustainability and service.

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604.734.2507 catering@lazygourmet.ca lazygourmet.ca

DECOR + EVENT RENTALS

AVAILABLE IN VANCOUVER + LOWER MAINLAND

TO Q U E C AT E R I N G

É C L AT D E CO R I N C .

Toque Catering offers perfectly tailored menus to accommodate each event’s unique style and culinary needs.

Éclat Decor Inc. is a leading full service event design and luxury decor rental company offering an extensive line of event decor.

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778.432.2460 chef@toquecatering.com toquecatering.com

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778.929.1428 info@eclatdecor.com eclatdecor.com

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W H I T E TA B L E C AT E R I N G CO.

M O D E R N L U X E R E N TA L S

Creating meaningful celebrations and nights to remember with unforgettable food and exceptional service.

Modern Luxe Rentals provides modern, trendy, luxurious furniture, decor, place settings, and more that will make your event beautiful.

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403.236.5112 luxe@modernrentals.ca luxe.modernrentals.ca

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MOHANI EVENT DESIGN Reputable for Distinctive Design & Beautiful Transformations.

We provide luxury décor rentals for beautiful and stylish weddings, specializing in custom design

CINEMATOGRAPHY

RING EMAIL WEB

778.389.2114 info@mohanieventdesign.com mohanieventdesign.com

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CAPTURE PRODUCTIONS

U P R I G H T D E CO R S I G N AT U R E E V E N T S I N C .

Our passion for excellent cinematography, story telling and unique style produces dynamic wedding films that truly capture our clients’ unique love story.

We are a full service event decorating & rental company, offering a vast luxurious collection of unique rental decor.

Come visit us in “Vancouver’s Largest Rental Decor Showroom.”

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778.873.2864 info@captureproductions.ca AVAILABLE IN VANCOUVER + LOWER MAINLAND captureproductions.ca

LIFE STUDIOS INC. Life Studios Inc. is an award-winning Cinematography/Photography Studio comprised of a Team of Artists bringing their Expertise and Flair.

RING EMAIL WEB

604.568.5538 info@lifestudiosinc.com lifestudiosinc.com

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L U X E D E S T I N AT I O N W E D D I N G S

EMAIL WEB

Event design company specializing in lavish decor, wall and ceiling draping. Chair rental, luxury linens & elegant centrepieces, charger plates, gold cutlery and decor accessories.

EMAIL

DESTINATION WEDDINGS+TRAVEL

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888.589.3933 contact@luxedestinationweddings.com luxedestinationweddings.com

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250.319.3190 events@vivabridal.ca vivabridal.ca

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EVENT PLANNING + DESIGN A L I C I A K E AT S W E D D I N G S + E V E N T S We believe that catering to your individuality is the key to an extraordinary wedding.

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V I VA B R I DA L A N D E V E N T D E S I G N

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LUXE is the premier destination wedding consultancy, planning stress-free weddings all over the Caribbean and Mexico.

604.878.1955 info@uprightdecor.com uprightdecor.com

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778.227.9974 info@aliciakeats.com aliciakeats.com

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A LY A R M S T R O N G E V E N T P L A N N I N G & D E S I G N Beauty. Luxury. Love Luxury weddings & events.

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604.671.8437 aly@alyarmstrongevents.com alyarmstrongevents.com

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C E L E B R AT E E V E N T S Obsessed with the personalised details, creative design and achieving the unachievable.

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C H E R RY WA N G L U X U RY W E D D I N G & E V E N T S Wedding Planning, Decor, Florist, Wedding Gown and Event Rental

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K AV I TA M O H A N E V E N T P L A N N I N G Vancouver based wedding planning company that specializes in providing endless possibilities to create the wedding you have always dreamed of.

778.892.2281 info@cherrywangwedding.com cherrywangwedding.com

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MODERN MINT EVENTS INC. Creating Events that Outlive the Day.

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CO U N T D O W N E V E N T S P L A N N I N G & D E S I G N

SHING WEDDINGS

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WEB

604.288.0330 hello@wedoweddingsetc.ca wedoweddingsetc.ca

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E L E M E N T S BY K . H & CO. Curating custom luxury weddings in destinations around the globe.

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F I LO S O P H I E V E N T P L A N N I N G & D E S I G N

K L E I N F E L D H U D S O N ’ S B AY

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FLEUR DE LIS EVENTS Class, Distinction & Style Fleur de Lis Events will ensure every detail is designed and planned with the utmost attention.

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FLORAL

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J U L I A N N E YO U N G W E D D I N G S I N C .

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Julianne Young Weddings is an award-winning wedding planning & design company producing beautiful weddings throughout Western Canada & beyond.

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T H E F LO W E R FAC TO RY Fun. Fabulous.

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604.871.1008 info@flowerfactory.ca flowerfactory.ca

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Flowerz is a premiere floral and event design firm, offering decor rentals and full design services.

North America’s preeminent live wedding and event band. Class, elegance, style, versatility, high energy, and, most importantly, fun!

1-855-5FP-BAND

604.742.1000 flowerzvancouver@gmail.com flower-z.com

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Roa Floral and Event Design lives to create luxurious, exquisite floral events.

604.521.5465 info@roadesigns.com roadesigns.com

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604.725.1272 info@famousplayersband.com famousplayersband.com

Winner for “Best Live Entertainment” at the Canadian Wedding Awards, Side One is the must-have band for your event.

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604.809.3746 info@sideone.ca sideone.ca

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S U N F LO W E R F LO R I S T We are here to make your wedding how you dreamed it would be.

PHOTOGRAPHY 604.676.7677 info@sunflowerflorist.ca sunflowerflorist.ca

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From simply elegant to extravagantly lush, we strive to make your vision of your wedding day come true.

Fine-art photography with a soft and romantic approach, combined with photojournalism that creates images to last for generations to come.

604.434.4848 info@talaflorist.com talaflorist.com

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604.720.1891 hello@belluxephotography.com belluxephotography.com

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W E S T VA N F LO R I S T H O M E & G A R D E N

B L U S H W E D D I N G P H OTO G R A P H Y

Creating thought provoking and inspiring florals ... truly one of the kind.

Kristy and Ken combine fine-art and photojournalism award-winning photography, resulting in capturing both the heart & style of their couples.

604.922.4171 design@westvanflorist.com AVAILABLE IN VANCOUVER + LOWER MAINLAND westvanflorist.com

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778.552.1836 kristy@blushphotography.ca blushweddingphotography.com

BY K R I S T Y & K E N

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B U T T E R S T U D I O S P H OTO G R A P H E R S Vancouver’s favourite wedding team. Capturing your special day with a fresh, timeless, and modern style!

JEWELLERY

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Sophisticated but never fussy; bespoke adornments for the lovers of classic beauty & those who dare to be different.

Soft, dreamy and elegant. Denise’s photography is inspired by true love stories. Available for destinations.

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250.594.8088 info@bekah-anne.com bekah-anne.com

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604.780.3868 photography@deniselin.com AVAILABLE IN VANCOUVER + LOWER MAINLAND deniselin.com

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H O N G P H OTO G R A P H Y A N D C I N E M A I N C .

Global Watch Company’s Rolex Boutique and Chopard GWC boutique provide the brand’s best luxury watches and jewellery to the most sophisticated connoisseur in Vancouver.

Vancouver’s top boutique photography and cinematography studio l Luxurious Weddings + Travels l Vancouver . Toronto . Worldwide

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604.684.6515 chopard@globalwatchco.com globalwatchco.com/chopard

Vancouver & Western Canada Edition

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778.228.6256 ellenho@hong-photography.com hong-photography.com

AVAILABLE IN BC + ALBERTA

J OA N N A M O S S P H OTO G R A P H Y

WEDDING DESIGN BY ANIKA

Romantic, modern, elegant. Joanna has been capturing her couples’ beautiful love stories in an authentic way for 9 years. Available worldwide.

A boutique-style invitation and stationery studio. We love paper, texture and colour and want you to feel the same way!

604.613.9474 hello@joannamoss.com joannamossphotography.com

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780.915.8818 hello@weddingdesignbyanika.com weddingdesignbyanika.com

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S OW E D D I N G P H OTO A N D C I N E M A P R O D U C T I O N S Internationally Awarded Wedding Photo/Cinema Team, home based in Vancouver, BC. Servicing couples from anywhere around the world.

604.366.7664 chermaine@sowedding.ca sowedding.ca

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Classic, elegant and timeless... Lori Miles has been photographing fabulous weddings and love stories for over a decade.

Available worldwide.

A premier boutique niche Live Event Support specialists Firm.

Specializing in Site Planning, Vendor Management, Logistics, Operations, Technical Production Services.

604.986.0204 lori@sweetpeaphotography.com sweetpeaphotography.com

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647.797.3839 alan@firedogcreative.ca firedogcreative.ca

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PA L I N S U R A N C E B R O K E R S C A N A DA LT D. PAL Insurance Weddinguard provides insurance for your wedding essentials, including liquor liability insurance for three 24-hour periods and much more.

STATIONERY

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1.800.265.8098 weddinguard@palcanada.com palcanada.com

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900 WEST GEORGIA STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

200 8 AVENUE SW | CALGARY, AB

999 CANADA PLACE | VANCOUVER, BC

837 WEST HASTINGS STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

Be part of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver legacy as you experience Vancouver’s ideal wedding venue.

With exquisite architectural details, sparkling crystal chandeliers and majestic staircase, brides-to-be have a wealth of elegant options for their special day. Whether your style is softly romantic, trend-setting modern or show-stopping elegance, celebrate your momentous day at the premier venue in town.

RING 604.443.1811

A state-of-the-art event complex in downtown Calgary, Hudson boasts impressive design, spectacular views, incredible versatility and outstanding food and service offerings. Located on the sixth floor of an iconic heritage building, Hudson is suited with large windows that command stunning views of downtown Calgary’s historic district and invite natural light into the space. Simple and sophisticated, the open concept venue spans over 18,000 square feet, and is well-suited for both grand and intimate weddings.

RING 403.770.2275

Create lasting memories at the Pan Pacific Vancouver. With our unsurpassed, spectacular, waterfront location, envision an exquisite, intimate, poolside celebration or magnificent Crystal Ballroom gala. Our dedicated team of professionals will guide you through to the joy and magic.

Caring without compromise is our belief.

RING 604.895.2489 EMAIL weddings@panpacificvancouver.com WEB panpacific.com/vancouverweddings

Terminal City Club, located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, is an elegantly furnished venue rich in history and tradition. Featuring two stunning and unique ballrooms with vintage chandeliers, floor to ceiling windows and a rooftop terrace with views of the harbour and North Shore mountains.

RING 604.488.8605

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Darcy.Hagan@Fairmont.com www.fairmont.com/hotel-vancouver

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events@oliverbonacini.com oliverbonacinievents.com

1038 CANADA PLACE | VANCOUVER, BC

The only address for your special day. Whether you’re planning an intimate occasion or a grand event, trust Fairmont Pacific Rim to set the stage for an unforgettable celebration. Wrapped in the spectacular beauty of Vancouver, with views of snow-topped mountains and picturesque Coal Harbour, each elegant ballroom features beautifully appointed décor and lavish service treating you & your guests to the height of luxury.

RING 604.695.5451 EMAIL WEB

merina.chandra@fairmont.com www.fairmont.com/pacificrim

F O U R S E A S O N S H OT E L VA N CO U V E R 791 WEST GEORGIA STREET | VANCOUVER, BC RING

604.689.9333

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G R O U S E M O U N TA I N R E S O R T 6400 NANCY GREENE WAY | NORTH VANCOUVER, BC

Imagine saying “I do” on a mountaintop surrounded by alpine peaks, centuries-old forest and the sight of a million dancing lights in the city far, far below. From an intimate gathering to a spectacular party of 500+, weddings at Grouse Mountain are pure magic.

Happily ever after starts here.

RING 604.998.4271 EMAIL WEB

weddings@grousemountain.com grousemountain.com/weddings

801 WEST GEORGIA STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

1161 WEST GEORGIA STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

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604.682.5566

hotelgeorgia@rosewoodhotels.com rosewoodhotelgeorgia.com

1489 MCRAE AVENUE | VANCOUVER, BC

WEB

604.731.4662

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rentals@uwcvancouver.ca uwcvancouver.ca

610 PIPELINE ROAD | VANCOUVER, BC

O & B E V E N T S A N D C AT E R I N G AT REMAI MODERN 102 SPADINA CRESCENT EAST | SASKATOON, SK

Remai Modern is a new museum located in the heart of Saskatoon at River Landing. Housed among compelling art exhibitions, Remai Modern offers a stunning collection of modern spaces that can accommodate a wide range of events. From small business meetings for eight to large seated dinners for 350, Remai Modern can host any corporate or social function. The museum is also available for a full buyout, and can accommodate 1200 guests for a standing reception. Oliver & Bonacini is proud to serve as the exclusive caterer at Remai Modern.

Featuring a delicious selection of Canadian-inspired canapés, and a diverse array of plated menus and food stations, O&B brings chef-driven cuisine and inspired service to each and every event.

RING 306.978.8958 EMAIL WEB

events@oliverbonacini.com oliverbonacinievents.com

weddings@tcclub.com tcclub.com

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Nestled in the heart of Stanley Park adjacent to the famous Rose Gardens, Stanley Park Pavilion is Vancouver’s preeminent banquet and wedding venue.

From naturally inspired garden ceremonies to elegant ballroom receptions, let Stanley Park Pavilion’s attentive service, innovative menus and experienced wedding team create forever memories.

RING 604.602.3088 ext 1 EMAIL WEB

events@stanleyparkpavilion.com stanleyparkpavilion.com

S U T TO N P L AC E H OT E L 845 BURRARD STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

From a personal concierge to a signature restaurant and wine merchant, few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. Situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver, the spectacular setting allows guests to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities. Our guest rooms, reception spaces, and celebration venues combined with classic luxury will ensure your wedding celebration is as spectacular as your love for one another.

RING 604.642.2968 EMAIL WEB

Located in the heart of the Golden Mile on West Georgia Street this is Vancouver’s most enviable address.

The only hotel in Canada to have ever recieved the prestigious Forbes Five-Star Award in its first year of operation. Whether for an intimate gathering or an elaborate affair, your commitment deservers ours.

Dreams really do come true.

RING 604.979.6167 EMAIL WEB

vancouver.sales@trumphotels.com trumphotels.com/vancouver

T H E VA N CO U V E R C LU B 915 WEST HASTINGS STREET | VANCOUVER, BC

Imagine the wedding of your dreams in Vancouver’s most timeless venue. Let the Club’s team of experts provide you and your guests with the unmatched service and attention to detail you deserve on the day you’ll remember forever.

RING 604.331.7008 EMAIL WEB

katie@vancouverclub.ca vancouverclub.ca/weddings

tvugrinec@suttonplace.com suttonplace.com

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CUT A B OV E Paper cut wings (custom), Light + Paper, lightandpapershop.com Earrings “Ice Lily Hoop,” $42, Baublebar, baublebar.com

Photography: David Hou, David Hou Photography, davidhou.com Makeup: Jennifer Evoy, Jen Evoy Makeup Studio, jenevoymakeupstudio.com Hair: Marina Lima, Jen Evoy Makeup Studio, jenevoymakeupstudio.com

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