West Coast Weddings Magazine - 2018 - Vancouver Island

VANCOUVER ISLAND
Naturally Beautiful Weddings
Love Stories • Inspiration • Elopements • Style & Trends
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Say “I Do” to the dress of your dreams.
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Love Stories • Inspiration • Elopements • Style & Trends
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DESIGN + PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAIGE OWEN CREATIVE
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From the Editors
The last year has seen west coast wedding chic become the latest trend
across the wedding world. Masses of greenery, lush florals, ferns, conifers
and wood appeared in weddings from New York to Paris. We loved how
wedding finery leaned towards boho chic and gowns designed for the
beach. Pine cones, shells and rocks were all over fashionable reception
tables.
Vancouver Island wedding pros have delighted in sharing their naturally
beautiful look with the world. At this year’s Vancouver Island Wedding
Awards we had nearly 30 submissions for editorials and a dizzying array
of amazing Island editorials are offered to the West Coast Weddings blog.
One thing we love is being able to enjoy and showcase the results of all
this creative energy, and we look forward to what it will bring all of us in
2018.
Peter Hunt,
Victoria Spirits
Choose the right suit
and you can use it for
“I do” or for “all the
best to you” and more.
Great selection by Canadian and
International designers to suit
your size and style in store now.
We especially explore the eco chic trends in this issue. Florals grown
locally, food that is eco sourced and invitations using recycled paper. We
hope that this can help couples choose their environmental wedding
footprint on Vancouver Island.
Please visit us at our website and on social media where
we share #westcoastweddingstory #westcoastweddingpro
#westcoastweddingeditorials and #westcoastweddingshows!
The Editors
Editor: Laura Kalcsa
Creative Design: Julia Breese
Guest Editors: Amanda Stutt, Kim Lay, Lisa Francis
Cover Photo: Myrtle and Moss Photography
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Thank you to all the couples, photographers and wedding professionals
who have helped make this issue beautiful! West Coast Weddings does
not guarantee nor endorse the quality of the services or products of our
advertisers or featured suppliers. No part of this publication may be
reproduced online or in print without the expressed permission of the
publisher. Copyright 2018
Printed in British Columbia, Canada

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VERONICA + QUINTEN
The Engagement
PHOTOGRAPHY: Masika May Photography
COUPLE: Veronica & Quinten who love chatting over a cup of tea!
VENUE: West Coast Forest & Ocean
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From elegant wedding cakes and spectacular fl owers to delicious platters and beautiful gift baskets, our experts
can help you create a perfect “I Do” that refl ects your unique love and distinctive style. Our experienced Floral
Designer’s, Cake Designer’s and Deli Experts will create the most important elements of your wedding and
make your special day a memorable one.
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#WestCoastWeddingsStory
TARYN +JOSH
The Elopement
VENUE: Witty’s Lagoon
DRESS: Blush Bridal Boutique
SUIT: RW&Co Victoria
PHOTOS: Amee Nijjar Photography
MAKE-UP: Privé Beauty Lounge
FLOWERS: Poppies Floral Art
HAIR: Amanda Nijjar
CAKE: Cake by Taryn
CAKE TOPPER: Creations by Sonia
DINNER & CHAMPAGNE: Stage Wine Bar
OFFICIANT: Donna Peters
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250.882.8262 | info@lyndamarie.ca | Couture Millinery & FLEURtacious
HANDCRAFTED ELEGANCE | VICTORIA, BC
PHOTOGRAPHY|RIVKAH PHOTO
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The Reception
West Coast Wedding boho chic elegantly showcased
with blush roses, antique lights, glass cake plates,
candlesticks and lush greenery. The dessert display
was designed as a surprise to the bride - who thought
she had only ordered a wedding cake! She and her
groom were delighted by cake pops, miniature cakes,
cupcakes, cookies and Timbits (carefully selected for
their colour!!) Succulents were heavily featured as
guest giveaways, placeholders, boutonnieres and in
bouquets and floral displays.
10 • WEST COAST WEDDINGS

VENUE: Olympic View Golf Club
PHOTOS: Element Photo Co.
WEDDING PLANNER: Blue Lily Event Planning
DESSERT DESIGN: Schur 2 Please Boutique Cakery
DÉCOR AND TABLE: Decorate Victoria
FLORAL DESIGNER: Laura Kalcsa
You are invited to see more of this wedding at www.westcoastweddings.com
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THE WEDDING
Taylor + Sheldon
FLORALS
Thorn and Thistle Flowers
GOWN
Willowby by Watters
The White Peony
HAIRPIECE
Olivia the Wolf
SUIT
Calvin Klein
WEDDING BANDS
Poppy Finch
ENGAGEMENT RING
Caleb B Quashen
BRIDE AND GROOM
Taylor & Sheldon
PHOTOGRAPHY
Myrtle & Moss Photography
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You are invited to see more of this wedding at www.westcoastweddings.com
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Winner of the
Best Outdoor Venue
at the 2016 Vancouver
Island Wedding Awards
WWW.PEARSONCOLLEGE.CA
Garden elopements, outdoor ceremonies and
indoor reception space for up to 100 guests.
Every party should be a garden party!
www.hcp.ca | events@hcp.ca
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250.732.0222 | hello@bluelilyevents.com | bluelilyevents.com

CH604 - L
CH604 - SPA RESORT OF THE YEAR 2017
“Most Picturesque Resort Location”
WWW.GALIANOINN.COM | RESERVATIONS 1-877-530-3939 | INFO@GALIANOINN.COM
Galiano Oceanfront Inn
and
and
Spa
Spa
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Spa Resort of the Year 2017 - Southern British Columbia
Spa Resort of the Year 2017 - Southern British Columbia

The After Wedding
#VancouverIslandWeddings
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Isabella & Mason of
Jane Avenue Photography
VENUE
East Sooke
GOWN
Maggie Sottero
Shades of White Bridal
GOWN ALTERATIONS
Fern of The Bride’s Closet
VEIL
The Bride’s Closet
MENSWEAR
Outlooks by Men
HAIR + MAKEUP
Studio 62 Hair Salon

Ryan + Autumn, like most couples, did not have a lot
of time for photos on their wedding day. So they joined
their photographer post wedding and happily crawled up
cliffs and waded into the ocean just as the sunset created
a golden glow around them. The result? Relaxed and
intimate photos for a lifetime.
You are invited to see more of this wedding
at www.westcoastweddings.com
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A WEDDING STORY
Into the Woods
PHOTOS
Three Sisters Photography
DECOR
Party Mood
FLORAL DESIGN + HEADPIECES
Willow & Orchid Boutique and Floral Design
GOWN
Blush Bridal Boutique
HAIR
Kim Kirkland Hair
MAKEUP
Jessica Pool Makeup
PAPER:
Three Sisters Photography
JEWELRY
Joleen Sohier
CAKE
Cobble Hill Cake Co.
COCKTAILS
Ampersand Distilling Co.
CHARCUTERIE
The Very Good Butchers
CANDLES
341 Candles
WOODEN TABLE
The Painted Key
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Inspiration is the foundation of
beauty. That truth shines through
the rich tones and vibrant colours
of this woodsy wedding editorial.
The bride goes 'into the woods'
and finds sweet smelling candles,
stylish cocktails, delicious
edibles, forest florals and an
organic cake.
You are invited to see more of this wedding at www.westcoastweddings.com
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#westcoastweddingstory

145-2745 Veterans Memorial Parkway
www.treschicbridal.com / 250-590-9754
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Molly Jane Photography

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SPRING 2018 23

THE WEDDING
Montana + Anton
You are invited to see more of this wedding at www.westcoastweddings.com
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Montana + Anton are very unique as they
modelled in wedding shoots but never actually
attended a wedding until their own! They wed
barefoot on Cordova Bay Beach surrounded
by family and friends. Later in the evening they
waltzed around the dance floor as newlyweds and
then enjoyed a sparkler beach send off.

PHOTOS
Ophelia Photography
DRESS /ACCESSORIES
Grace Loves Lace
RINGS
Ann-Louise Jewellers
Komo Koa Jewellers, Hawaii
HAIR & MAKEUP
Amanda of Kharma Design Studio
Carly Flint + iLashes by Lisa
FLORAL
Kenmar Flower Farm/Ingrid Rose
Floral Artistry
VENUE
The Beach House Restaurant
DESSERTS
Cake by Taryn
MENSWEAR
Hudson’s Bay
Outlooks for Men
OFFICIANT
Sherry Lynne Easthom
DANCE
Arthur Murray Dance Studio
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SPRING 2018 • 27

Vancouver Island
Wedding Awards
WHAT A WONDERFUL NIGHT! This
year’s Vancouver Island Wedding Awards
Gala Evening was held at the Delta Hotels by
Marriott Victoria Ocean Point Resort. Their
team, along with Freeman Audio Visual, made
sure that the Awards were a perfect affair.
The fifth annual Gala stepped it up with the
newly formed Vancouver Island Wedding
Industry Association Board and over sixty
sponsors! The evening began when dozens
of volunteers worked together to create the
vision that Emma McCormick, Decorate
Victoria and Lynda of Fleurtacious had
designed. They worked with decor rental
businesses from all over Vancouver Island to
bring together the Tropical Elegance theme.
Tickle Tree Stationery + Design and Bon
Macaron finished each table off with program
and favour.
The evening began with a cocktail hour
and appetizers by House of Boateng while
everyone admired the cakes designed by each
of the dessert sponsors. The actual Awards
began with Eva, of Beauty Bride. serenading
the crowd followed by Anne Pollock, of Party
Mood, addressing the sold out ballroom. 34
Awards diamonds, provided by The Bride’s
Closet, were handed out with the highlight
being the Industry Excellence Award going
to Erin Bradley. Special thanks to Black Rock
Oceanfront Resort for sponsoring this Award.
Door prizes, which included a grand prize
provided by Victoria WOW were hardly over
when the host, Dale Olsen of Outlooks for
Men, led the crowd to Lure Restaurant for the
after party hosted by Laura of Schur 2 Please.
The Eryn Sharpe Trio played while everyone
partied away the rest of the night. Of course,
guests took along their swag bag filled with
goodies (that hangover helper was great)!
Special thanks to all the members of VIWIA
Board who worked for months to make
the evening exceptional, the volunteers,
judges, our ‘Vanna Girls’, all the sponsors
and especially everyone who supported by
submitting and/or attending the Awards
Gala. See you at next year’s Awards and at the
upcoming Industry Education Days!
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Winners
The Bride’s Closet
Tickle Tree Stationery + Design
Studio 745
Lynda Marie Fleurtacious + Couture Millinery
Coastal Cake Company
Schur to Please Boutique Cakery
Toque Catering
Trend Décor
Emma McCormick Creative Planning + Production
Details Special Event Planning & Events
Four Frames Photo Booth
Hey Mr DJ
Cascadia Quartet
Brown’s the Florist
Platinum Floral Designs
Life of Hair
Artistry by Alexa
Sharon Rai Hair & Makeup Artistry
Erin Wallis Photography
Jon-Mark Photography
KGoodPhoto
Paul Levy Photo
Julien Photography
Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa
Fairmont Empress
Hatley Castle
Paper Heart Films
Capture the Moment Media
Erin Bradley Makeup Artist & Stylist
Sublime Celebrations
For complete list of winners and finalists please visit us
at vancouverislandweddingawards.ca
All photos by Spark and Whimsy Photography
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JOANNA MOSS PHOTOGRAPHY
www.thebridescloset.com
250.753.4975

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eco chic
ECO CHIC TRENDS
by Melissa Latter from Eco Chic Affairs
It’s all about THE TABLE set
up! The cedar dishes, bamboo
chairs and pottery are locally
made and the succulents and
greenery were foraged.
The NUDE CAKE is all the rage!
Garnished with foraged greenery
this cake is from Ruth and Dean, an
eco friendly operating business, who
pride themselves on sourcing their
items locally.
FLORAL HAIR DESIGN
is a beautiful trend with
flowers and greenery
adorning the heads of
brides everywhere. Mandy,
of Hunt & Gather Hair
Company Co., used only
natural cruelty free and
eco-friendly products for
this beautiful look.
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Who says diamonds are
a girl's best friend? These
GORGEOUS RINGS are
made locally by Emma Glover
Design who sources her
materials, reuses/recycles
precious jewellery and offers
eco-friendly alternatives to
diamonds.
Go big or go home! This STUNNING
BOUQUET was foraged locally in nature's
backyard by Platinum Floral Designs.
Guaranteed organic and pesticide free. Elate
Cosmetics, famous for their toxic free vegan
sustainable products, created the bride's
NATURAL LOOK.
VENDORS
Eco Chic Affairs
Hattie Root Photography
Trend Decor
Platinum Floral Designs
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Love Me Do
Outlooks for Men
Elate Cosmetics
Hunt & Gather Hair Co.
Ruth and Dean
PDS Woodwork
Studio 745
Stylish and sustainable INVITES
made from natural seeded paper
which can be planted after the big
day leaving guests with a lovely
eco friendly garden gift!
For more tips and hints check out the full
story on the West Coast Wedding Blog.
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THE WEDDING
Ricky + Hannah
PHOTOS
Jesse Holland
Photography
VENUE
Oak Bay
Beach Hotel
EVENT DESIGN
DÉCOR & FLORAL
Decorate Victoria
with Huff n Puff
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ALL PHOTOS: by Creative Exposure Photography
DÉCOR, FLORAL, EVENT DESIGN, PLANNING & COORDINATION
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PH 250.382.4833 INFO@DECORATEVICTORIA.COM WWW.DECORATEVICTORIA.COM

Beauty Bride
Wedding Planning • Rentals
www.beautybride.ca
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P
P
&
PASSION &
PERFORMANCE
ARTS INC.
250.590.8099
Wedding Dance Lessons & Choreography
www.passionandperformance.com
Photo by Spark and Whimsy
Featuring the historic 1858 Chapel and 6 acres of heritage grounds.
St. Ann’s is an oasis in the city
250-953-8829 | stanns.academy@gov.bc.ca
www.stannsacademy.com
Call for a venue viewing • 250.244.4050 • www.viconference.com
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A WEDDING STORY
September Sun
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You are invited to see more of this wedding at www.westcoastweddings.com

This wedding showcases natural tones
such as the hues of blues, oranges and
golds in this beautiful tableau. Gorgeous
pieces such as the glass test tube
chandelier and harvest table provide
backdrop for the unique bridal jewellery
and original cake. The couple bask in
the evening sunlight inspiring a
dreamlike atmosphere.
VENUE
Long Meadow Lavender Farm
PHOTOGRAPHER
Rivkah Photography
RENTALS & DESIGN
Trend Decor
PLANNING & STYLING
Emma McCormick -
Creative Planning + Production
FLORAL DESIGN
Rook & Rose
DRESS SHOP
The White Peony
DRESS DESIGNER
Wtoo by Watters
HAIR STYLIST
Studio 2 Hair Design
MAKEUP
Privé Beauty Lounge
MODELS
Coultish Management
MENSWEAR
Outlooks for Men
PAPER + SIGNAGE
Emma Allen Design
RENTALS
BASH Specialty
HARVEST TABLE
PDS Woodwork
SWEETS
White Pineapple
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#westcoastweddingstory

2018 VANCOUVER ISLAND
the wedding shows
MODERN BRIDE SHOW
January 7 • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Crystal Garden, Victoria • modbrideshow.com
SPRING BRIDAL EXHIBITION
January 14 • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Pearkes Recreation Centre, Victoria • bridalexhibition.ca
TOFINO WEDDING FAIR
January 27
The Shore, Tofino • tourismtofino.com
SPRING BRIDAL EXHIBITION
February 4 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo • bridalexhibition.ca
SPRING BRIDAL EXHIBITION
February 25 • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Florence Filberg Centre, Courtenay • bridalexhibition.ca
FALL BRIDAL EXHIBITION
September 16 • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Pearkes Recreation Centre, Victoria • bridalexhibition.ca
FALL BRIDAL EXHIBITION
September 23 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo • bridalexhibition.ca
FALL BRIDAL EXHIBITION
October 7 • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Florence Filberg Centre, Courtenay • bridalexhibition.ca
COWICHAN VALLEY WEDDING SHOW
February 18 • 10:00 am -3:30 pm • Ramada, Duncan
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Victoria
January 14th, 2018
Pearkes Recreation Centre
Nanaimo
February 4th, 2018
Beban Park Centre
Courtenay
February 25th, 2018
Florence Filberg
VANCOUVER ISLAND’S PREMIER WEDDING SHOW
Photo Courtesy: Sabrina Patrice Photography
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Tickets available at www.bridalexhibition.ca

the wedding directory
BEAUTY
CAKES
CATERERS
Erin Bradley
Wedding Makeup and Hair Stylist
Artistic and approachable, Erin has over 15 year’s
experience as a bridal expert and stylist. She offers
personal shopping, closet editing, makeup lessons
or applications, and style seminars. She is also a lead
artist for Elate Clean Cosmetics and recently won
Best Hairstylist, Best Makeup Artist and Industry
Excellence at the Vancouver Island Wedding Awards.
erinbradley.ca
Thrifty Foods Cakes
Our expert Cake Designers know that your
wedding cake needs to be so much more than just
delicious. It also needs be a feast for the eyes, an
expression of your style and a memorable part of
your special day. Our Designers are committed to
making your cake gorgeous and unique.
Customer Care: 1.800.667.8280
customer.service@thriftyfoods.com
Thrifty Foods Catering
To make your wedding memorable, your guests
need delicious food. Our in-store Catering Experts
can create delectable, out-of-the-ordinary Party
Platters using the finest quality meats, hand selected
cheeses, exotic fruits and vegetables, and freshly
baked treats.
Customer Care: 1.800.667.8280
customer.service@thriftyfoods.com
Toque Catering
Catering for All Occasions – Award winning Chef
Nicholas Waters will create delicious cuisine to
accommodate your event style and culinary needs.
Seasonably inspired and beautifully presented!
778.432.2460
chef@toquecatering.com
www.toquecatering.com
Victoria Marriott
Inner Harbour
If you have an off-site event that you would like
to have catered with five star quality services, our
catering team has extensive experience in this
area, and can easily provide services for up to 500
people.
250.480.3836
sales@victoriamarriott.com
CREATIVE PLANNING, AND PRODUCTION
Emma McCormick
Creative Planning & Production
We love to bring creative ideas to life and thrive on
working with couples and event hosts who share
the same desire to push the boundaries of same-old,
same-old. We create joyful and uniquely memorable
celebrations for their loved ones and guests.
778.977.3968
emmamccormick.com
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FLORAL DANCE
Passion and Performance
Dancing is a big part of all of our lives, from every
day fitness to once in a lifetime occasions. Let us lend
our expertise to make sure your wedding or your
bachelorette party is a unique and fun experience!
Offered are choreography sessions, dance lessons,
entertainment dance services and more naughty
dance services for stagettes or bachelor parties!
250.590.8099
passionandperformance.com
DISC JOCKEY & ENTERTAINMENT
GOWNS
HiWay Productions
Wedding DJ
A small team of award winning DJs who specialize in
weddings and corporate events. Our accomplished DJ’s
bring years of experience to mix live and not just press
play making each event an interactive experience.
250.888.5440
www.djpro.ca | ron@djpro.ca
FLORAL
FLEURtacious
by Lynda Marie
At the forefront of floral, fashion and design trends
Lynda Marie is an award winning florist inspired
by the classics with an elegant yet modern twist.
2016 Vancouver Island Wedding Industry Award
250.882.8262
www.lyndamarie.ca | info@lyndamarie.ca
Thrifty Foods Floral Design
Get ready to fall in love with your wedding flowers.
Whether you lean towards the traditional or are
inspired by the unconventional (the sky is the
limit!) our incredible Floral Designers can create
dazzling wedding flower bouquets and arrangements
to suit any wedding day vision.
Customer Care: 1.800.667.8280
customer.service@thriftyfoods.com
Kleinfeld Hudson’s Bay
With over 20,000-square-feet of exquisite wedding
gowns, accessories, jewellery, shoes, lingerie and
more, you’re sure to find the wedding style you’ve
always imagined and experience the ultimate wedding
gown shopping experience.
416.861.6600
www.kleinfeldbridal.ca
kleinfeldbridal@hbc.com
Shades of White Bridal
Voted Top Bridal Boutique in Victoria by Top
Choice Awards two years in a row. Shades of White
is locally owned & operated and is Vancouver
Island’s Largest & Longest running Bridal
Gown Shop.
250.475.1220
info@shadesofwhite.com
www.shadesofwhite.com
JEWELLERS
The Bride’s Closet
The Bride’s Closet prides itself on its history of
personal service and huge selection of gowns. The
Bride’s Closet team will help you find your dress
and do any alterations required on site. Be sure
to visit the largest selection of off the rack gowns
available on the Island.
250.753.4975
bridescloset@telus.net | thebridescloset.com
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Tres Chic
Tres Chic Bridal Boutique offers a relaxed and
intimate bridal experience for you and your circle
of loved ones. Enjoy some bubbly while you share
your bridal dreams in a complimentary consultation
and peruse the boutique for the dress of your
dreams. Gowns range from $500 to $3500 and
curated designer collections are available such as
T’Adora & L’Amour.
240.590.9754 | treschicbridal.com
Flux and Stone
by Mieke Lily Van Orden
Mieke’s passion is creating jewellery that makes
women feel beautiful. Inspired by the west coast
she seeks to remind women of their wild nature and
connection with the earth. Each handcrafted piece
is intentionally infused with love during the creation
process and she specializes in custom work pieces.
fluxandstone.com

PHOTO BOOTH
Faire La Fête
Linen Rentals
An elegant solution. We believe that when you've
handpicked the perfect blooms, the custom notecards
and the exquisite canapés, you shouldn't have to settle for
ho-hum tablecloths or generic napkins. Know exactly
what you're getting when you work with us. Request
fabric swatches to help make your rental decisions.
fairelafetelinen.com
Lynda Marie
Couture Millinery
Handcrafted Elegance - Creating beautiful hats
and fascinators to complement your unique and individual
style. 2016 Vancouver Island
Wedding Industry Award.
250.882.8262
www.lyndamariemillinery.com
Four Frames Photo Booth
Four Frames is Vancouver Island’s most luxurious
photo booth rental company offering several
different photo booth options. Four Frames
Photo Booth is a great addition to weddings
becoming the life of the party with onsite printing
and fun prop box!
250.522.2620
fourframesphoto@gmail.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS
LINEN
MILLINERY
Erin Wallis
Photography
Erin passionately and lovingly captures each and
every client the way she would photograph her
own family. She chooses to focus on the beauty in
everyone and her images reflect just that.
erin@erinwallis.com
www.erinwallis.com
Love You
Me Pictures
Island-based gorgeous photography and super cool
Super 8 film for your west coast wedding.
250.217.8400
see@shaw.ca
www.loveyoumepictures.com
Moonrise Photography
Wedding Photography that Paints a Story. Every
wedding deserves a set of beautiful and unique
pictureslots and lots of pictures! With a keen focus
on capturing and combining all of the small details,
I can ensure that your wedding day is beautifully
preserved; just the way your remember it.
250.508.8499
moonrise.ca
Myrtle and Moss
Photography
Their 'look like film' style creates memories for a
lifetime. Known for intimate shots of couples even
on stress wedding days. Their boudoir couple
shoots are simply gorgeous. We would like to thank
Ang for the cover shot for this issue!
myrtleandmossphotography.com
Spark & Whimsy
Spark & Whimsy Photography specializes in
photographing women, weddings and families in a
classic, timeless and beautiful way. Call or email
today for your complimentary consultation.
Contact Juliana Wigmore at 778.677.2789
sparkandwhimsy@gmail.com
www.sparkandwhimsy.com
PLANNING, COORDINATION, DÉCOR AND RENTALS
Blue Lily Event
Planning & Rentals
At Blue Lily, we are committed to reinventing
ourselves for each event so we can provide you
with a unique and memorable experience.
You dream it, we plan it!
250.732.0222
www.bluelilyevents.com | hello@bluelilyevents.com
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PLANNING, COORDINATION, DÉCOR AND RENTALS
Decorate Victoria
with Huff N Puff
Decorate Victoria is a premier, full-service
wedding and event design, décor and planning
company based in Victoria for over twenty one
years. We specialize in all stages of wedding and
event design, decorating and coordination.
250.382.4833
info@decoratevictoria.com | decoratevictoria.com
Eco Chic Affairs
Want the lavish without all the waste? We can help
you plan your dream day, from the big decisions
to the small details, while ensuring sustainable
methods are used.
778.678.3431
melissa@ecochicaffairs.com
www.ecochicaffairs.com
Lavish Engagements
Wedding coordination and event planning
company by Olivia who is a certified Wedding
Planner through the Wedding Planners
Institute of Canada. Lavish Engagements
will create your perfect day!
250.702.7389
www.lavishengagements.ca
olivia@lavishengagements.ca
REGISTRIES
STATIONERY
Party Mood
Event planning is our passion and we look
forward to sharing this passion with you
– specializing in wedding planning, styling and
amazing décor rentals.
250.701.3151
www.partymood.com
hello@partymood.com
The Hudson’s Bay Company
We believe in providing our couples with more than a gift
registry. That’s why we provide additional resources to
help you build your list, provide rewards and plan your
wedding. Discover it all at thebay.com/registry and visit
us at one of our Registry events in store.
Nanaimo 250.390.3141
Victoria Bay Centre 250.385.1311
Victoria Mayfair Centre 250.386.3322
www.thebay.com/giftregistry
Tickle Tree
Stationery + Design
Tickle Tree Stationery + Design is a Victoria
based company that specializes in custom and
semi-custom wedding invitation suites and day-of
stationery details.
Amanda Barr: tickletreestudio@gmail.com
www.tickletreestudio.com
TRANSPORTATION
HARBOUR CITY
TRANSPORTATION
Harbour City
Transportation
Harbour City Transportation is committed to being
Vancouver Island’s premiere experience by providing
outstanding customer service, value and integrity.
Luxurious, inspired and detailed customer service.
888.428.4778
goharbourcity.com | customerservice@goharbourcity.com
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MENSWEAR
Outlooks for Men
THE REAL GIFTS ARE THE MEMORIES.
Two locations in Victoria and Duncan, Outlooks carries
an expertly curated selection of menswear including
beautiful suits, Register a polished in store or look at thebay.com/registry
in shoes, basic staples and
quirky accessories. The expert staff are happy to offer
advice on the best look for every occasion from work to
weddings to a night out on the town.
250.384.2848/250.597.2848
www.outlooksformen.com
The Hudson’s Bay
Menswear
Men’s formal wear, suits and tuxedos as well as all
the accessories you need for the wedding day.
Nanaimo 250.390.3141
Victoria Bay Centre 250.385.1311
Victoria Mayfair Centre 250.386.3322
www.thebay.com

VENUES: CEREMONY AND RECEPTION
100 Harbour Road | Victoria, BC V9A 0G1
250-360-5900
Marriott.com/YYJVO
DeltaVictoriaOPR
DeltaVictoria
DeltaOceanPoint
Arbutus Ridge Golf Club
This Vancouver Island wedding venue brings together
the best in scenery, amenities, food and service for
your special day. Our elegant glass-fronted Clubhouse
boasts some of the finest views of the ocean and
magnificent Mt Baker. Leave your details to our
professionals and free yourself to enjoy the day.
Black Rock
Oceanfront Resort
Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet,
BC is a spectacular West Coast destination for
weddings of all sizes – from romantic elopements
for two to elegant receptions for 140. Book your
dream wedding at Black Rock Resort!
Delta Hotels by Marriott
Victoria Ocean Point Resort
Situated on Victoria’s breathtaking Inner Harbour, the
newly renovated Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort offers
unique options for your wedding from gorgeous outdoor
patios overlooking Victoria’s Inner Harbour to beautifully
appointed indoor spaces for groups of 10 to 300.
250.743.5100 ext. 27
mbrown@golfbc.com
250.726.4815
weddings@blackrockresort.com | www.blackrockresort.com
250.360.2999
andrea.gorman@deltahotels.com | deltavictoria.com
The Fairmont Empress
Whether a lavish engagement or an intimate affair,
The Fairmont Empress is the premier wedding
destination on Vancouver Island. Situated over the
spectacular Inner Harbour of Victoria, the attention
of our wedding planners is entirely devoted to you
and your special day.
250.384.8111
theempress@fairmont.com | www.fairmont.com
Galiano Oceanfront
Inn & Spa
Whether it be the celebration, the food service or
the final good-byes to the guests, our attention to
detail and enthusiasm for fine service ensure that all
will depart with memories to cherish. We will assist
you with all the details and planning, meal selections
and wine pairing, the right celebratory champagne.
1.877.530.3939
galianoinn.com
Gardens at HCP
Welcome your loved ones at your wedding in the
beautiful gardens at HCP. Our peaceful atmosphere
will allow your guests the opportunity to relax,
connect and celebrate your love. We offer several
customizable spaces to suit your wedding and style
including our elegant Couvelier Pavilion which can
accommodate up to 100 people.
250.479.6162
events@hcp.ca | www.hcp.ca
Hatley Castle
Hatley Castle is one of the most sought after
wedding destinations in the region. Celebrate your
beautiful wedding day in an exquisite castle or heritage
garden. Picture yourself sweeping down the
magnificent castle staircase or gracefully strolling
through a garden surrounded by flowers. Our event
staff and fine dining experience ensure your special
day is perfect in every way.
250-391-2666 | toll free 1-866-241-0674
www.hatleypark.ca
Oak Bay
Beach Hotel
Elegant seaside resort, unique event spaces and a
dedicated staff make the Oak Bay Beach Hotel the
premiere destination for your west coast wedding,
reception or other special event. Indulge in
pampering treatments by the sea in your very own
oceanfront oasis. Up to 150 guests.
250.598.4556 /1.800.668.7758
info@oakbaybeachhotel.com | www.oakbaybeachhotel.com
Olympic View Golf Club
Olympic View boasts a surplus of beauty and the perfect
background for your photos: a magnificent waterfall,
12 lakes, snow-capped mountain vistas, an elegant
Japanese garden and a striking Clubhouse with
banquet space for 250 guests. We are a full service
Golf Club eagerly awaiting to help you make your
wedding day dreams a reality.
250. 474.3673 ext 252
kmilne@golfbc.com
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Pendray Inn & Tea House
Travel back in time at the Pendray Inn and Tea House
(formerly Gatsby Mansion), a unique and beautiful heritage
site for intimate weddings. The surrounding property
features expertly landscaped gardens, ponds and cobblestone
pathways, perfect for romantic photographs on your
wedding day. Enjoy high tea or plated dinner in a classic
Victorian setting. Featuring stained glass and fresco ceilings,
this beautiful mansion is full of romance and character.
250.388.3892
pendrayinnandteahouse.com
Photo courtesy of Erin Wallis Photography
Poet’s Cove Resort & Spa
The premier luxury resort in the Southern Gulf
Islands. Poet’s Cove on Pender Island is the perfect
escape. Just a short ferry, boat or seaplane ride away
from Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle, our small
island oasis set in the secluded Bedwell Harbour
bay feels a million miles away.
1.888.512.7638
events@poetscove.com | www.poetscove.com
St. Ann’s Academy
St. Ann’s Academy is the perfect historical setting
for your wedding day for up to 200 guests.
Exchange your vows in an interfaith 1858 Chapel,
the lovely Novitiate Garden or the rustic Orchard.
The surrounding park can play host to the ultimate
tent reception or photography session.
250.953.8829
www.stannsacademy.com | stanns.academy@gov.bc.ca
Pearson College
Pearson College welcomes guests to our beautiful
campus on Pedder Bay. In addition to walking and
hiking trails and idyllic natural surroundings, we offer
a number of amenities available to rent throughout the
year. From indoor and outdoor meeting spaces and
lodging, to bike, kayak and boat rentals, you will find a
variety of facilities available for your gathering.
250-391-2416
pearsoncollege.ca/about/facilities/
facilities@pearsoncollege.ca
Tigh-Na-Mara
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference
Centre comfortably accommodates weddings of up to
250 guests. Our team will work with each couple to
customize a wedding to suit your dreams and budget.
From delicious plated dinners to sumptuous buffets – if
you can imagine your dream wedding - we will make it a
reality. Incredible beach and ocean views will complete
the experience for yourselves and your guests.
250.248.1852
suzanne.hedges@tigh-na-mara.com | tigh-na-mara.com
Vancouver Island
Conference Centre
The Vancouver Island Conference Centre offers magical
ceremony, dinner and reception settings for every
picture-perfect moment on your wedding day. The
Vancouver Island Conference Centre’s professional
planners can make it work on any budget. Quality and
excellence- Nothing less for your special day.
250.244.4050
meet@viconference.com | www.viconference.com
VIDEOGRAPHY
Victoria Marriott
Inner Harbour
Making your wedding dreams come true and your
planning a joy with picture perfect events. Event
planners will work with you while you choose from
several customized wedding packages and services
which will make planning easier and satisfy your
every wish from the rehearsal dinner to the farewell.
250.480.3836 | 877.515.2148
sales@victoriamarriott.com
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Painted Sky Films
We are an adventurous couple with a passion for visual
storytelling who genuinely care about all of our clients.
We love helping people tell their stories! Whether it’s
your incredible love story, your family history, or the
story of your business, we want to capture it for you.
250.661.2622
paintedskyfilms.com
Paper Heart Films
We let your unique personality shine through in your
wedding film so that no two look the same. We like to
imagine your great-grandkids watching your film decades
from now - it may be the only way they know you! We
now have nine years of experience at filming and recently
won Best Video at the Vancouver Island Wedding Awards.
250.818.9051
paperheartfilms.ca

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