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REAL WEDDINGS: Celina & Curtis
Photos: AMC Studio
Celina and Curtis met in August 2014 in a Winnipeg nightclub. It was a last minute decision to go that changed both of their lives forever. From the moment they met, Celina and Curtis couldn’t get enough of each other and ended up texting each other until the next day.
Since then, Celina and Curtis have gone through many different challenges, which only made their love for one another grow stronger. In August 2017, they went on a family vacation to the Galapagos Islands. They had planned out the day, intending to go Scuba Diving and take a private cruise around the Islands. One night before going to the next island on their cruise, Curtis took them to the top of the boat and proposed under the stars – it was incredibly romantic. It was the perfect private moment with family close by to help celebrate.
From the beginning of their engagement, Celina knew she wanted to have two wedding days – One to respect her East Indian heritage and one that was more non-traditional the very next day. Curtis loved the idea of an outdoor wedding with natural beauty, while Celina was is all about bold classic and elegant looks. This led them to choose the deep wine/burgundy and navy colours for a romantic and glamorous outdoor wedding.
“Five years from the day we met our souls became one.”
VENDORS WE LOVE
Photographer AMC Studio
Wedding Planner, Styling, Bartenders Ann + Co.
Gown Christie’s Bridal & Boutique
Bridesmaids’ Attire Christie’s Bridal & Boutique
Groom’s Attire Moore’s Clothing for Men
Groomsmens’ Attire Moore’s Clothing for Men
Flowers (Bouquets & Boutonnieres) Floral Fixx Design Studio
Cake Cake Studio
Bridesmaids’ Robes 431 The Wedding Company
Bridal Shoes Pearl & Birch Wedding Consignments
Children’s Attire Christie’s Bridal & Boutique
Fireworks Archangel Fireworks
Music Crystal Sound, Luminous String Quartet
Officiant A Perfect Ceremony I DO
Seating Chart Parasayo
Cake Stand C&T Event Rentals
Hanging Terrariums On Tap Events
Venue Cielo’s Garden
Videographer Roston Digital
Decor Florals Lily Stone Garden
Rentals Belayre Rentals, A Touch of Glass, Planned Perfectly, Outta Site Luxury Linens, Spark Rentals, & Something Borrowed
Catering Pioneer Catering
Transportation London Limos, & Vital Transit
Hair Hair by Olga
Makeup Beauty by Vee
Jewellery Stittgen Fine
Henna Henna by Deepika
GET THE LOOK: Whiskey Rose
Smokey, Sexy, and Smooth. Create some sparks with the perfect blend of attitude and romance.
All eyes will be on you with this sultry look by the talented team at THE ARTIST GROUPE
Copper and velvet set the mood in this tablescape by LUXE LINENS
Break the rules with these dark and moody cakes by CHEW AND THE STORE NEXT DOOR
Signed, sealed, delivered. Sophisticated stationery by ASARYE PAPERIE
Serve signature cocktails in style with NOMAD BOX BAR
This charcuterie board by MODERN PLATE CATERING is a work of art
VENDORS WE LOVE
Photographer Chantelle Dione Photography
Wedding Planner and Styling Prairie Sky Events
Gown Stella’s Bridal & Evening Collections
Groom’s Attire Aldo Formal Wear
Hair Jessica Le Brun, The Artist Groupe
Makeup Kelly Cherewick, The Artist Groupe
Flowers Couture Florals
Cake Chew and The Store Next Door
Linens & Paper Flowers Luxe Linens & Indulgence Candy Buffet
Venue La Lune Weddings and Events
Groom’s Ring Origin Handcrafted
Bride’s Ring Sutton Smithworks
Stationery Asarye Paperie
Bar Nomad Box Bar
Catering Modern Plate Catering
Chairs C&T Event Rentals
Tobacconists Products Thomas Hinds Tobacconists
Groom’s Accessories Charlie’s Charmed
WHY HIRE A PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST
Kelly Cherewick, Makeup Artist & Owner of The Artist Groupe
Imagine it is the morning of your big day and you and your besties are lounging around your hotel room in your comfy pajamas, your favourite music playing, sipping on mimosas, and feeling super relaxed and refreshed. No one has to worry about doing their own hair or makeup as you are leaving it all up to the professionals.
More and more brides today are opting for a mobile beauty team to come to them to ensure a stress-free and fun-filled morning. Not only can you relax and let the beauty team take care of pampering you, a professional makeup artist knows everything that needs to be done to ensure that you will be the glowing bride you deserve to be.
While there are many women out there who apply their everyday makeup very well, wedding makeup is entirely different than what many women do on a day-to-day basis. Experienced makeup artists are trained in colour theory, camouflage, blending and contouring, thus accentuating your best features and hiding any blemishes. They are amazing at using brushes for shadowing, highlighting and blending, much like an artist does on a canvas, while bringing the focus to your skin and eyes without looking overdone.
Makeup artists use high-quality tools and products to give you flawless coverage that will last all day and night. They also know how to apply false lashes properly. Natural bridal makeup is not easy to achieve and a pro knows all the tips and tricks to make you look like yourself in person and in your photos. Makeup artists know which trends to avoid, what shades go with your skin tone and eyes, and what products to use for flash photography.
BEFORE CHOOSING A PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:
- View previous work or portfolio. A professional company will have a website, will be a registered business and will also have an Instagram and/or Facebook account. Check references if available. A contract/agreement should be offered to you to cover all bases and make sure both parties agree to prices and expectations.
- Allow your budget to include hair and makeup. Makeup pricing should fall anywhere from $80-$120+/person.
- Don’t wait to book: most reputable artists book up quickly.
- Book a trial, ideally three months before your wedding.
- Consider having a professional makeup artist for your bridal party, your mother, and the mother of the Groom.
Kelly has been doing makeup since 2001. She specializes in bridal and editorial makeup and is celebrating her 5th year as a Preferred Vendor at the Wonderful Wedding Show.
Photos: Chantelle Dione Photography
Models: Panache Management
REAL WEDDINGS: Sonal & Jasdeep
Photos: Nghia Tran Photography
Sonal and Jasdeep met through mutual friends at a Winnipeg Art Gallery event. They spent what felt like the entire night talking and getting to know each other. It didn’t take long after that for them to realize that they had something special.
During a trip to Vancouver, Jasdeep had planned a surprise dinner at Stanley Park. They had arrived at the park early so he suggested they take a walk along the trail. Sonal was confused as she was not dressed for a hike, but she did not know that Jasdeep had mapped out the exact spot where he was going to propose. As the sun was setting over the water, he pulled out a ring and got down on one knee.
Sonal and Jasdeep knew they wanted to incorporate key elements of both their cultures and religions into their wedding day. Having two ceremonies back to back and a full reception the next day in the same room meant a lot of careful planning and strategic design and custom décor elements had to be created. With the help of Emma and the EBE team, they were able to create an elegant and timeless look with a neutral palette of ivory, gold, blush pink and greenery. This allowed for the bright and rich colours of the beautiful traditional Indian attire to shine.
“Having all our family and friends from around the world together in one room to celebrate our love is a moment we will never forget.”
VENDORS WE LOVE
Wedding Planner, Designer, & Stationery Events by Emma
Grooms Attire (Reception) Aldo Formal Wear
Flowers Academy Florist
Cake Cake Studio
Ceremony & Reception Venue RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg
Linens Dream Day Decor & Specialty Linens
Late Night Snack Chaeban Ice Cream
Dance Floor C&T Event Rentals
Transportation Beaver Bus Lines
Videographer 111 Films
Photographer Nghia Tran Photography
Catering Ivory Winnipeg
Hair Luxe Artistry
Lighting AK Productions
Makeup Colour Me Artistry
Nails Prairie Esthetics Studio
Furniture LoungeWorks
Entertainment The Street Circus
Henna Lady Lorelie Productions
Bride’s Shoes Badgley Mischka
Groom’s Shoes Harry Rosen
Signage Sign Source
HUSH COLLECTION
A BRIDESMAID DRESS LINE THAT SPEAKS FOR ITSELF
Located at 204-99 Osborne Street, HUSH Collection is an affordable dress boutique catered to bridesmaids. The boutique runs by appointment only from Thursday to Sunday, which allows groups to have a private consultation with the entire store to themselves when choosing their dresses. They are also open to the public for walk-ins Monday to Wednesday.
Shopping for bridesmaids’ dresses should be a unique bonding moment between the bride/groom and their ladies. At HUSH Collection, the Bridal Consultants strive to ensure that the appointments are a stress free and enjoyable time.
“From picking the perfect dresses, colours, lengths, and fabrics, it is our goal to help and guide the bride/groom and their bridesmaids through the process. Each wedding is so unique, and we love to take people’s ideas to help mold their wedding vision into reality,” explains Karleece Lapointe, Bridal Manager for HUSH Collection.
HUSH Collection carries over 60 styles of dresses, in 380 different colours, and in seven different fabric options. Samples are available in-store for all styles, in sizes ranging from 0 to 16, and select styles up to size 26.
HUSH Collection is dedicated to helping bring every bride and groom’s vision to life, and when the special day finally arrives, they love to see photos of the wedding they helped create.
“Superb, thank you to HUSH Collection for our beautiful bridesmaid dresses. Having a larger bridal party, I wanted the girls to feel confident in their dress style. HUSH Collection gives you this ability by supplying many styles of dresses along with offering private boutique hours. This allowed me to bring my girls in smaller groups and allowed me to help each of them choose the right dress for them. There are many colour options to choose from as well which allowed me to pick a shade that I was trying to envision in my mind. The dresses came out absolutely gorgeous! If you are looking to pick a unique colour and be able to allow your girls to choose something that suits them personally, HUSH Collection is your go-to boutique!” says bride, Tiffanie Bruneau.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 204.615.8889 or visit hushcollection.ca
GET THE LOOK: Vintage Countryside
Write your own perfect ending. Take a step back in time with these quaint vintage touches.
The talented team at THE ARTIST GROUPE will create a look as timeless as your love
This stylish, lacy robe from 431 THE WEDDING COMPANY is the perfect way to start your day
This trailing bouquet by COUTURE FLORAL will bring a touch of romance to your special day
Vintage pieces will add a unique touch to your decor and design
Capture every special moment with stunning images from CHANTELLE DIONE PHOTOGRAPHY
VENDORS WE LOVE
Photographer Chantelle Dione Photography
Wedding Planner Prairie Sky Events
Hair & Makeup The Artist Groupe
Flowers Couture Floral
Venue Rivers Edge Resort
Robes 431 The Wedding Company
Models Panache Management
Gown Blueline Vintage
Bridesmaid’s Attire Anna Lang Bridal
Jewellery Hilary Druxman
Cake Roberta’s Sweet Art
Stationery Birch Pointe Design
Linens Outta SITE Luxury Linens
Furniture & Books The Vintage Nest
Decor Something Borrowed
Glasses, Dishware, & Cutlery Bramblewood Vintage Rentals
REAL WEDDINGS: Rachael & Jeff
Photos: Casey Nolin Photography
Rachael and Jeff met in 2011 when they were working across the mall from one another. Jeff had come in to Rachael’s workplace looking for lotion. Rachael thought he would be looking for a manly scent and burst out laughing when Jeff asked for a fruity scent like Mango! He went back to work smelling like a Mango, and Rachael couldn’t stop thinking about their conversation. About a week later, Rachael got Jeff’s name from his co-worker and found him on Facebook. She took a chance and asked him for his number, knowing it would be worth the risk.
They got engaged while skating at The Forks with their friends. They were under the bridge when their friends suggested taking some photos, which was all a part of Jeff’s master plan. As they were taking photos, Jeff spun Rachael around to face him and started to kneel down. She asked him what he was doing and to get back up when he then pulled out a ring and it finally clicked. It was the BEST surprise.
Rachael and Jeff’s wedding was the most magical day of their lives. They wanted it to be whimsical, like they were in an enchanted forest. It was a backyard wedding, with lots of greenery, tulle and twinkle lights. They had grey table cloths with burgundy napkins and floral centrepieces that had pops of burgundy, blush pink, white and green. There were gold accents, lanterns and mason jars with tea lights everywhere.
“It was seriously the Best. Day. Ever. I want to do it all over again!” – Rachael
VENDORS WE LOVE
Photographer Casey Nolin Photography
Gown Chantal’s Bridal & Formal
Bridesmaid’s Attire Hush Collection
Groom’s Attire Moore’s Clothing for Men
Groomsmens’ Attire Moore’s Clothing for Men
Flowers & Flower Crowns Couture Floral
Cake Buttercream by Alareen
Children’s Attire David’s Bridal
Signage Asarye Paperie + Studio
Jewellery David’s Bridal
Catering Evolve Catering
Makeup & Lashes Fifth Winnipeg
Tent & Lighting D&M Rentals
Linens A Touch of Glass
Music Big Show Productions
Nails Aloha Nails
Shoes Sam Edelman
Stationery VistaPrint
Wedding Favours Gem’s Plant Design
EPH APPAREL
CUSTOM FORMAL WEAR FOR THE MODERN GENTLEMAN
Winnipeg’s own Eph Apparel produces custom-made suits, tuxedos, blazers, dress pants, dress shirts, topcoats and accessories made to your unique measurements. Unlike off-the-rack retailers, Eph Apparel lets you take the wheel and design your own suit at a fraction of the price of a traditional retailer. Customers are empowered to create their suit from the ground up: cuff to lapel, pocket to jacket liner, collar to monogram, in any of over one thousand different fabrics. Their stylists work with you one-on-one to build a custom look with personal touches that you won’t find anywhere else.
“Weddings today are unique and reflect the individual’s personality,” explains Andrew Parkes, Co-Founder of Eph Apparel. “We believe that the clothes you wear on your big day should be something that you and your groomsmen are excited to wear again and again.” Whether you want a traditional black tuxedo, a trendy burgundy suit, or a less formal option like linen pants and a white shirt for a destination wedding, Eph Apparel specializes in making your garments exactly how you want them.
Designed specifically for the wedding party experience, Eph Apparel offers fun and interactive group fittings where the process is not only engaging and educational, but unlike any traditional shopping experience.
“The moment we walked in, we felt at home. The Jets game was on the big screen TV, a private weddings corner had been reserved exclusively for our use and the team at Eph made the experience fun and easy unlike something you might experience at a tux rental shop,” explains Paul, who got married in a custom Eph Apparel Suit.
More than just custom, Eph Apparel products come with a Flawless Fit Guarantee which not only ensures that the price you pay covers everything from production to shipping and alterations, but that it is also a risk-free purchase – if you don’t love it, they will remake it for free.
The made-to-measure experience will fit any man, of any size, on any budget. Eph Apparel offers the most fun, innovative, and unique suiting experience in Canada that begins with a Wedding Consult with an experienced Stylist, and doesn’t end until you’re walking down the aisle feeling your best.
Interested in a completely unique shopping experience? Stop by Eph Apparel at 190 Smith Street, call 1.888.343.6117 or visit www.ephapparel.com
Andrew Parkes, Co-Founder and Director of Marketing and Operations
TIPS & TOOLS TO HELP PLAN YOUR BIG DAY
Leanne Rajotte, Owner of Prairie Sky Events
Weddings are confusing, complicated and can be stressful. I could sit here and tell you all about how a wedding planner can help with all three of those things but I’d rather give you some tips and tools to make the process a little easier.
BREATHE
Yes, I realize this seems like common sense, you do that every day, but I know sometimes we want to rush through the process. Take a step back, breathe and enjoy. This is your special day and you need to enjoy the engagement season.
INCORPORATE YOU
Ensure you are incorporating YOU into your wedding day. You’re the ones being celebrated, right? Ask yourself, “What represents you as a couple?”, “What are your hobbies?”, “What do you love doing together?” There are ways to incorporate these elements. Make it your own by the songs you choose, the people giving toasts, the kissing games, favours, or entertainment for your guests. The options are endless!
Want more tips? Check out @prairieskyevents on Facebook and Instagram for #tiptuesday every single Tuesday!
DON’T GET TIED DOWN TO THE “HAVE TO’S”
I have heard so often: “I have to do a garter toss, I have to have a first dance, I have to have a big wedding, I have to have a wedding party” and on and on it goes. I am here to tell you: You do not need to do anything you don’t want to, your wedding day is about you and your partner. Yes, I am not oblivious to the fact that there will always be others that have opinions about your wedding day, but look at your wedding day through your own eyes and ask yourself: “Do I really want this?”, “Does this represent us as a couple?”, “Do I care one way or the other?”
GET INSPIRED
WHAT’S TRENDING FOR 2020 WEDDINGS
THE DEVIL’S IN THE DETAILS
It’s no longer just about traditional colour schemes, but more about the atmosphere and vibe. Give your guests a unique experience with interactive entertainment, customizable menus, or even grand finale fireworks!
Fireworks Archangel Fireworks Photo AMC Studio
LET THEM EAT CAKE!
Cake is one tradition couples aren’t skipping anymore. Make it your own with different colours, shapes, and textures.
Cakes & Photo Cassidy & Johanna’s Cake Boutique
GARDEN WEDDINGS
A huge trend for weddings, garden weddings can be personalized and can incorporate everything from casual to dramatic effects. Treat your guests with a mobile cocktail bar to add a fun and unique twist.
Bar Nomad Box Bar Photo Chantelle Dione Photography
FLOWER POWER
Informal, relaxed bouquets are everywhere, replacing formal and structured designs. Try adding even more floral to your day with larger-than-life paper flowers.
Flowers Floral Fixx Design Studio Photo Charmaine Mallari
Paper Flowers & Photo Luxe Linens & Indulgence Candy Buffet
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