Lavish Wedding Design

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Lisa Vettese from Calgary Bridal Guide meets with Mary Swaffield, from Lavish Wedding Design, to discuss some important questions when hiring a wedding planner. Have a look to learn more about Wedding Planning 101! Thanks to Mark Wikkerink from Mark Wikkerink Cinema | Stills. http://youtu.be/qgdWUZWOtPs Discover More …

Trends in Weddings for 2013

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What is new for trends for our Calgary Bride for 2013? Check out this article from Lynn Fletcher from Lynn Fletcher Weddings on Trends for 2013. 1. For the Bride Long sleeved gowns and delicate lace with little surprises like an open back. Boleros, shrugs, and jackets are the perfect flourish on top of many sexy silhouettes this year. They are perfect for those church weddings where you can remove it to dance like no one is watching at the reception. Sultry Fairy Tale Movie inspired dresses in hues of black, gray, taupe, and red. Eat your heart out Snow White! 2. For the Bridesmaids Playing with a palette instead of all one color is a hot new look where the Bridesmaids choose their own dress from a variety of hues that the Bride chooses. Various textures, fabrics, shades, and lengths lead to a terrific group shot and let the Maids’ personalities shine though. 3. For the Groomsmen Extreme “Hunger Games” styles Bachelor parties where the guys can fulfill their childhood Discover More …

Wedding Planner Calgary – Top Ten Do’s and Don’ts

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This top 10 list provided by Lynn Fletcher will give you to-the-point tips to add to your wedding planner in Calgary 1. This Is Your Day and It IS All About You Do let your ceremony reflect who you are as individuals and who you are as a couple. This can be done with the music, readings, vows and other personal stories and selections you make. Don’t let anyone sway what you want to do. 2. Be Positive Not Perfect Don't have unrealistic expectations about having everything perfect as this is a joyful celebration of love, not an exercise in perfection. Use positive language even when saying no. A minor mishap is generally the thing that gives you the fondest memories. 3. Choose Your Team Wisely Do choose girls that know you well and will advocate for you. If you are going to be delegating many tasks to them, you may want to choose people that live close to you. Your best friend from High School that you have not seen in 10 years may not be the best choice for Discover More …

Wedding Dresses Calgary – What’s a Girl to Wear?

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Pictures of gowns or details from sites found online and in guides and magazines can be very helpful in determining what you love in wedding dresses. Calgary has amazing vendors and helpful sales staff to help you find a perfect gown for you. Also, have a budget in mind before you hit the shops, to give yourself protection against falling for a dress that’s out of your range. Keep in mind that the alterations and accessories need to be included. Whether it’s classic, modern or vintage, every bride has a vision of their perfect gown. In general, you can choose from six classic silhouettes, and most are defined by not only their shape, but also by their fabric and details. A variety of sleeves and necklines can be used to uniquely set off each silhouette. After determining the silhouette that best fits your body style, you’re free to focus on the details. Your fitting expert can help you match fabrics to your skin tone and find your preferences in the way each fabric Discover More …

Have you picked your Wedding Venues in Calgary?

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Even though Calgary is quickly becoming a metropolis, keeping up with Vancouver and Toronto, there is still a genuine appeal to the city. Sitting right in the middle of the prairies, a juxtaposition exists between rural and urban, and Calgary pulls it off well. You could have your wedding ceremony in the city at a historic church, and have your reception in the evening in the throes of lights from a rustic barn. Whether you want a modern lounge feel or a rural ease, you can get it. No matter what kind of bride you want to be, there is a wedding venue in Calgary that will fit you perfectly. From intimate locales to options big enough to host the largest numbers, you are covered. From Lougheed House to Gerry Thomas Art Gallery to Reader Rock to the Calgary Zoo, there is a large supply of wedding venues in Calgary suited perfectly to the kind of day you want, whether it be with modern flare or vintage appeal. Let the sandstone buildings or rolling wheat fields or the contemporary Discover More …

Lisa Vettese (Calgary Bridal Guide) on Global Calgary

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Sun, Sep 18 - Lisa Vettese from the Calgary Bridal Expo talks about what's big with weddings and what to expect from the Bridal Expo. Discover More …

Choosing Wedding Venues In Calgary – The Pros and Cons

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Choosing the right type of wedding venue in Calgary for your ceremony can be a little daunting when you consider all your choices. However to give you better direction, it is best to first make a decision on the type of wedding , as it will narrow down your selection. Is it going to be in a Church, Hotel, Outdoors or maybe a combination of any of these? In this short article you’ll learn about the pros and cons of each type of wedding venue so you ensure your wedding has the perfect venue for your ceremony and reception. The Calgary Church Wedding Venue The Pro: Churches are a great place to have a wedding if you and your loved one are of the same church community or faith. It’s traditional and really brings in the spiritual aspect of becoming hitched. The Cons: The downside of a church is that you’ll need to work with their schedule, traditional ceremonies, book well in advance and some churches can be very unorganized. Well in advanced means 1 year ( ideal) Discover More …

12 WEDDING TRENDS WORTH WATCHING

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Weddings are getting more and more exciting as we progress through the millennia. The Royal Wedding has inspired many trends this year, yet brides are still letting their personalities shine through in their wedding details adding more and more of their “real life” favourites into their weddings. Here are 12 trends that will ignite your imagination and could play a role in your wedding: ONE Lace Is lovely - The Duchess of Cambridge donned lace in her dress as she walked down the aisle to wed Prince William, and we are going to see lace popping up, not only in beautiful wedding gowns but also in wedding linens, accents on wedding invitations, and wrapping for fabulous bouquets. Lace comes in various textures and patterns and brides are falling in love with all its glory. TWO Hipster Chic or Relaxed Elegance - Etsy.comand Anthropoligie have inspired brides to look for vintage looks that combine shabby chic with a bohemian flair: vintage mismatched plates, fireplaces outside, Discover More …