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BRIDAL GUIDE TO LOCAL EXPERTS p2 & 3The who’s who of Vancouver Island's best weddings
FROM THE EDITORS: LOOKING BACK p4
REALITY WEDDING STORY: A MAGICAL ISLAND WEDDINGMICHAEL HO & EMILY JAMISON p6 & 7
REALITY WEDDING STORY: WEST COAST NUPTIALS TERESA DEMCHUK & JAMES BRENAY p38 & 39
GOING GREEN FOR YOUR WEDDING p8
I DOs & PLEASE DON’Ts: JEWELLERY EDITION p11
TRENDS, IDEAS & FAVOURITE THINGS BRIDES WILL LOVE p14
DESIGN PALETTE: MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL... p16
DESIGN PALETTE: DANNY & EMILY’S WINNING WEDDING p18
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WEDDING WORTHY VENUES p45 to 48
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WINTER WONDERLAND p20 & 21
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY p24 to 26
A MOMENT IN TIME p28
A PARKSIDE LOVE STORY p30 to 32
THE LILY MAIDEN p34
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OSWEGO HOTEL500 Oswego Street, Victoria(877) 767-9346 or (250) 294-7500 [email protected]
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PHOTOGRAPHERSCHELSEA DAWN PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 327-8077 www.chelseadawn.ca [email protected]
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FUNKYTOWN PHOTOGRAPHY (250) 813-0846 www.funkytownphotography.com [email protected] ♥ KISS PHOTOGRAPHY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca(778) 433-5654 www.kissphotography.ca [email protected] ♥ KRISTEN BORELLI PHOTOGRAPHY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca(250) 739-0911 www.kristenborelliphotography.com [email protected]
NOVOTNY PHOTOGRAPHY(250) [email protected]
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PHOTOBOOTH FOUR FRAMES PHOTO BOOTHDerek (250) 522-2620 or Lindsay (250) [email protected]
PLANNERS, COORDINATORSBLUE LILY EVENT PLANNING & RENTALS(250) [email protected] ♥ DECORATE VICTORIAReviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca480 Tennyson Place Unit F, Victoria(250) [email protected]
EN VIED EVENTS (778) [email protected]
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PARTY MOOD(250) [email protected] WHITE WILLOW EVENT MANAGEMENT [email protected]
REGISTRIES♥ HUDSON’S BAY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.caNanaimo (250) 390-3141Victoria Bay Centre (250) 385-1311Victoria Mayfair Centre (250) 386-3322www.thebay.com/giftregistry
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♥ DECORATE VICTORIA Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca 480 Tennyson Place (250) 382-4833 www.decoratevictoria.com [email protected]
SPAS ♥ AVEDA SPA at APRIL POINT RESORTReviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca(250) [email protected]
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TRANSPORTATIONHARBOUR CITY TRANSPORTATION(888) [email protected]
TUXEDOS & FORMAL WEAR♥ HUDSON’S BAY Reviewed @ TheWeddingRing.caNanaimo (250) 390-3141Victoria Bay Centre (250) 385-1311Victoria Mayfair Centre (250) 386-3322www.thebay.com
♥ OUTLOOKS FOR MENReviewed @ TheWeddingRing.ca534 Yates Street, Victoria, (250) 384-284853 Station Street, Duncan, (250) 597-2848www.outlooksformen.com
VIDEOGRAPHY DREAM, CREATEwww.dreamcreate.ca [email protected]
PAPER HEART FILMS VICTORIA(250) 818-9051www.paperheartfilms.ca
WINERYUNSWORTH VINEYARDS(250) 929-2292www.unsworthvineyards.com
FALL 2015
• Are members of selective organizations • Do regular charity work • Are teachers & mentors in their craft • Have appeared in television news & wedding segments
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FALL/WINTER 2015
PUBLISHED BY The Wedding Ring VANCOUVER ISLAND 3341 Boyles Road, Cobble Hill BC V0R 1L7 | 1.888.793.1687 [email protected] | vancouverisland.theweddingring.ca
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MAGAZINE STAFF Laura Kalcsa [email protected], The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island | Editor-in-Chief
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Kim Rieta-LayGuest Editor
Jennifer Goulden [email protected], Wedding Ring Inc. | Layout, Design & Editing Anne Warren [email protected], Wedding Ring Inc. | Sales Director | Associate Editor
Kristen Sullivan [email protected] Editor | Media | Content & Ad Coordination
COVER PHOTO PHOTOGRAPHY: Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com)VENUE: St. Ann’s Academy (stannsacademy.com)SHOOT DESIGN: Teresa Brenay & Anne Pollock of Party Mood (partymood.com)DÉCOR: Party Mood (www.partymood.com)BRIDAL GOWN: Available at Kleinfeld Bridal Boutique Canada (kleinfeldbridal.ca) and Shades of White Bridal (shadesofwhite.com) (♥)BRIDESMAID GOWNS: Shades of White Bridal (shadesofwhite.com) (♥)SHOES: Emmy London and Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)MENSWEAR: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)MAKE-UP: Elate Clean Cosmetics (elatebeauty.com) (♥)HAIR: Lacey IrisJEWELLERY: Designs by Twyla CATERING: Toque Catering (toquecatering.com)BIRD: Pacific Northwest Raptors (pnwraptors.com)WINE: Unsworth Vineyards (unsworthvineyards.com)CAKE: Party Mood (partymood.com)FLORAL DESIGNER: Brown’s The Florist (brownsflorist.com)
THANK YOU!Thank you to the brides, wedding experts and associate writers and editors who have contributed to this issue of The Wedding Ring Magazine VANCOUVER ISLAND.Numerous wedding professionals have contributed expert tips, retail or rental products, popular décor and/or photography services for the various features in this issue. Each professional is credited in their respective feature article. The statements, opinions and points of view expressed within this publication do not necessarily represent those of the publisher, advertisers or Wedding Ring Inc. or The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island. Photographs are submitted to Wedding Ring Inc. by vendors for the purpose of publishing online and/or in print and are used with permission.
©2016 Wedding Ring Inc. and The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island. Contents copyrighted. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any article, photograph or artwork without written permission from Wedding Ring Inc. is strictly prohibited.Printed in Canada.
{ EXPERTS WANTED } ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIESIf you’re a wedding professional who raises the bar on service, rewrites the definition of couture or offers products that every bride should have, we’d love to work with you. The Wedding Ring VANCOUVER ISLAND can help you reach your target brides, share (and show off) your expertise, and make headlines in The Ring {magazine, website & community}. For more information, please contact Laura Kalcsa ([email protected]) or make a general inquiry at [email protected]. For The Ring's online media kit, visit our vendor area at: theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-vendors/
PHOTO, LEFT: Emmy London by Szymon Szymczakowski Photography (szymonphotography.com)
When we started our Wedding Ring adventure on Vancouver Island several years ago, we started off with a dual mandate. One was to bring attention to local wedding venues, talent and vendors here on Vancouver Island. The other was to bring international attention to Vancouver Island as a wedding destination. We feel that both are being accomplished through what has turned out to be serendipitous circumstances.
We would first like to thank those on the Island who have been so supportive and creative. We are constantly asked by other magazine editors in Canada how we are getting so many amazing photos. The answer is simple; these fabulous photos are the direct result of both an overwhelming talent pool on Vancouver Island and some obviously fantastic local island and ocean landscapes.
Since Teresa Brenay joined our editing team in 2014, her energy and creativity has taken the magazine to an even higher level. If you don’t believe us, just ask any one of the many witnesses who saw her both run and organize two magazine-worthy photo shoots on the same day, on the same street!
That said, we are also grateful to the many off-island wedding industry professionals for their support. Thanks to them, we’ve been able to bring high- end fashion into our shoots, further encouraging our vision of Vancouver Island as the stylish, sophisticated destination wedding location of choice.
In addition, we’d like to recognize the efforts of Jessica Mulroney for pairing Pnina Tornai Kleinfeld-Hudson’s Bay gowns together with Tofino, Nanaimo, Parksville, Campbell River and Victoria wedding professionals in our shoot last January. This was the first time Pnina Tornai gowns have visited Vancouver Island. Within hours of the sneak peek photos going viral, feedback came with love pouring in from admirers around the world— including Pnina Tornai herself.
While in New York for the Pnina Tornai 2014 Fall Trunk Show, we (literally) ran into Emmy Scarterfield on the street. We discovered that her designs are worn by many famous women including Duchess Catherine. Since our chance encounter, Emmy London has been shipping shoes for our shoots, all the way from London, England. Emmy London line is now also featured at Kleinfeld Hudson’s Bay.
We love that the attention created by the wedding design and fashion we celebrate, in this magazine and online, truly brings the best of Island weddings to light on a global scale. We hope to continue this trend of mixing local with international in the future. It’s time to let the world come to us for top fashion and design, right here on Vancouver Island! ♥
Laura Kalcsa & Teresa Brenay #getlocalplanfabulous!
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PHOTOS, LEFT TO RIGHT: Pnina Tornai by Erin Wallis Photography (erinwallis.com), Emmy London by Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com), Emmy London by Szymon Szymczakowski Photography (szymonphotography.com)
3497 Saanich Road Victoria, BC 250.475.1220 www.shadesofwhite.com
Vancouver Island’s Largest & Longest Running Bridal Shop!
3497 Saanich Road Victoria, BC 250.475.1220 www.shadesofwhite.com
Vancouver Island’s Largest & Longest Running Bridal Shop!
Michael Ho & Emily Jamison’s wedding day at
Brentwood College School (brentwood.bc.ca/events-
rentals/) was filled with fun, laughter, tears, tea
ceremonies, dancing surprises, magicians,
and two lifetimes worth of memories!
A REALITY WEDDING STORY
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BRIDE & GROOM: Michael Ho and Emily JamisonWEDDING DATE:July 26th, 2014 VENUE:Brentwood College School (brentwood.bc.ca/events-rentals/) PHOTOGRAPHY: Fetching Image Photography (fetchingimage.com)JEWELLERY:Armeni Jewelers (armenijewelers.com)
GOWN: Lily Kennedy Custom Gowns (lilycustombridal.com) DJ: Ryan Matthews DJ Productions ([email protected]) CAKE:Pink Ribbon Bakery (pinkribbonbakery.ca)ENTERTAINMENT:Modern MagicPRE-WEDDING:Moon Water Lodge (moonwaterlodge.com)
DÉCOR: Trend Decor Event Stylist and Rentals(trenddecorevents.com) & Designer Weddings and Special Occasions Rentals (designerweddingsvictoria.com) FLORALS:Florals by Thrifty’s (floral.thriftysfoods.com) MAKE-UP ARTISTRY: Alexandra Foreman Artistry (facebook.com/alexandraformanartistry) HAIR DESIGN: Nomi Salon (nomisalon.com)
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Vancouver Island brides and grooms are fortunate to live in a part of the world where ‘going green’ with any wedding day décor is simple to accomplish and the results are spectacular! Everywhere you look you’ll find an abundance of greenery, trees, driftwood, ferns, stones, shells, moss, sand, pine cones and more - all free for the taking and usable by creative couples as décor on their wedding days.
The team at The Ring loves skimming Pinterest for creative new Island décor ideas. Here are a few of our favourite pins/ideas... ♥ Pine cones, shells or stones used to accent name cards on plates - these are pretty and they make great souvenirs. ♥ Wood rounds (thick slices of tree trunks, often with bark
still on) for cake stands or table centrepieces.♥ Branches which are painted and used to hang fresh florals. Birch branches are trending right now because of their sleek white/grey bark. ♥ Driftwood that has been hollowed out and used to hold candles. ♥ Shells, coated in glitter, and displayed loosely across table tops. You won’t have to look very far to find original green décor ideas for any wedding design. Happy hunting! ▪
PHOTO, ABOVE: Wren and Rook Photography (wrenandrook.com) | PHOTO, LEFT: Marnie Recker Photography (marnierecker.com)
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I DOs & PLEASE DON’T!s
I DOs PHOTOS: Jennifer Dickinson(jenniferdickinson.ca)
...DO look for quality pieces.
Your jewellery is something you can wear
years after your wedding day, so try to find
accessories that are well crafted & use quality
materials which will stand the test of time.
...DO consider your gown’s silhouette.
A strapless scoop neck or sweetheart cut
is perfect for wearing a necklace, while a
one-shoulder or bateau neckline will be more
suited to a cuff bracelet & larger earrings. If
you have a low back or backless dress, try a
necklace that highlights this feature.
...DO consider the material.
A gown with heavy beading looks best with
subtle accessories such as a pearl pendant
and drop earrings or a hair piece. A less
embellished dress will pair better with more
ornate accessories such as a beaded sash &
crystal necklace.
Written by Catherine & Rebekah of Bekah Anne Accessories (bekah-anne.com)
PLEASE DON’T!s...DON’T wait until the last minute.
Shop for your accessories in the time frame
between your first and final dress fittings.
This way, you’ll go into it with a much
clearer idea of what you’re looking for. On
your last fitting you can try on the completed
look; then if you need to add to your
ensemble or make an exchange, you still
have plenty of time to do so.
...DON’T be afraid to go custom.
While this could mean having a completely
one-of-kind design made, it could also be
having the length of your necklace or bracelet
sized to best fit you.
...DON’T be afraid to accessorize.
This is the fun part! Accessories are the best
way to carry your personal style into your
wedding look. Are you going for a modern or
classic feel? Will your wedding have a vintage
or bohemian vibe? Your perfect dress paired
with the right selection of accessories will play
up your own sense of style. ■
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Wristlets, arm bands and anklets of fresh florals and ribbons are trending in 2015! The floral crown, along with floral anklets and arm bands, have reappeared with a vengeance allowing bridesmaids and flower girls to show off gorgeous florals without having to handle
bouquets all day long. Arm bands shown here are designed by Brown’s the Florist (brownsflorist.com) | Photo by Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com).
We love that brides are embracing an editorial approach to wedding photos, as seen in past issues of this magazine as well as countless Pinterest pins. It’s the outrageous photo editorials that always catch our eye - couches in the middle of a field, brides and grooms on a
bicycle built for two, carefully designed movie-themed wedding shoots and more. Talk to your photographer or decorator to put together a photoscape that reflects your idea, personality, or favourite thing as a couple. | Photo by Masika May Photography (masikamayphotography.ca)
Once Vera Wang began infusing color into recent collections, the idea quickly caught on with fearless brides. Bridal gowns of colour have become the choice for brides looking to get adventurous with their wedding day look. And even though we will always love the classic,
beautiful look of a white bridal gown, it is fabulous to see brides slipping into their favourite hue before walking down the aisle. | Photo by Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com).
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PHOTOGRAPHY: Lilly Ann Photography (facebook.com/la.lilly.ann.photo)
GOWN: Ella Rosa, from Victoria Bridal Boutique (victoriabridalboutique.com) (♥)
CAKE: Passion for Cakes (passionforcakes.com)
HAIR & MAKE-UP: Erin Bradley Hair & Makeup (erinbradley.ca)
FLORAL DESIGN: FLEURtacious by Lynda Marie (fleurtaciousbylyndamarie.com)
BOW HAIRPIECE: Lynda Marie Couture Millinery (lyndamariemillinery.com)
STATIONERY: Tuktu Paper Co. (tuktupaperco.com)
MODEL: Mary R. from Coultish Management (barbaracoultish.ca)
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DANNY & EMILY’S WINNING WEDDINGDanny and Emily were chosen from Race from the Ring last fall to be the
winning couple of the Modern Bride Show live wedding at the Hudson’s
Bay Centre in downtown Victoria! Vendors from all over the city provided
the entire wedding for the adventurous couple. Danny and Emily met by
stumbling across each other in a coffee shop shortly after they both moved to
Victoria! It was, as they say, meant to be...
CEREMONY: The Bay Centre Victoria (baycentre.ca)
VENUE: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)
RECEPTION: Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa (♥)
(deltahotels.com)
PHOTOGRAPHY: Kristopher James Photography
(kristopherjamesphotography.com)
GOWN: Shades of White Bridal (♥) (shadesofwhite.com)
MENSWEAR: Outlooks for Men (♥) (outlooksformen.com)
LIMOUSINE: Alpine Limo Service (alpinegrouplimo.com)
OFFICIANT: Young, Hip and Married (younghipandmarried.com)
CAKE: Damn Fine Cake Company (damnfinecakeco.ca)
DÉCOR: En Vied Events (enviedevents.ca)
FLORAL DESIGN: Platinum Floral Designs (platinumfloraldesigns.com)
DJ: Candu Music (candumusic.ca)
HAIR & MAKE-UP: Eco Chic Evada (ecochicvictoria.com)
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SHOOT COORDINATION & STYLING: Lavish Engagements (lavishengagements.ca) PHOTOGRAPHY: Szymon Szymczakowski Photography (szymonphotography.com) FLORAL DESIGN: Petal and Kettle (petalandkettle.com)
RENTALS & DESIGN:Always Invited Event Rentals (alwaysinvited.org)HAIR: Level 10 Eurospa (level10eurospa.com)MAKE-UP: Long Beach Esthetics (longbeachesthetics.com) STATIONERY: TukTu Paper co. (tuktupaperco.com)
BRIDAL GOWN AND ACCESSORIES: The Bride’s Closet (♥) (thebridescloset.com) GROOM’S ATTIRE: Jim’s Clothes Closet (jimsclothescloset.com)CATERING (HOT COCO BAR): Ivan’s Truffles (ivanstruffles.com) ACCOMMODATION: Old House Village Hotel and Spa (oldhousevillage.com)MODELS: Coultish Management (barbaracoultish.ca)
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PHOTOGRAPHY: Funkytown Photography (funkytownphotography.com) SHOOT DESIGN: Teresa Brenay & Anne Pollock of Party Mood (partymood.com)BRIDAL GOWN: Available at Kleinfeld Bridal Boutique Canada (kleinfeldbridal.ca) & Shades of White Bridal (♥) (shadesofwhite.com)DÉCOR: Party Mood (partymood.com)
CAKE: Party Mood (partymood.com)
BRIDESMAID: Shades of White Bridal (♥)
(shadesofwhite.com)
SHOES: Emmy London and Hudson’s Bay (♥)
(thebay.com)
MENSWEAR: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)
MAKE-UP: Elate Clean Cosmetics (♥)
(elatebeauty.com)
HAIR: Lacey Iris
JEWELLERY: Designs by Twyla CATERING: Toque Catering (toquecatering.com)BIRD: Pacific Northwest Raptors (pnwraptors.com) WINE: Unsworth Vineyards (unsworthvineyards.com)FLORAL DESIGNER: Brown’s The Florist (brownsflorist.com)VENUE: St. Ann’s Academy (stannsacademy.com)
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PHOTOGRAPHY: NeatPicture (neatpicture.com)GOWN:
Victoria Bridal Boutique (♥)(victoriabridalboutique.com) HAIR AND MAKE-UP: Caitlin Janes (250-589-7639)
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PHOTOGRAPHER: Kristen Borelli Photography (♥)
(kristenborelliphotography.com)
VENUE: The Parkside Hotel & Spa (♥) (parksidevictoria.com)
DÉCOR: Decorate Victoria with Huff n Puff (♥)
(decoratevictoria.com)
FLORAL DESIGN: FLEURtacious by Lynda Marie
(fleurtaciousbylyndamarie.com)
GOWNS: Victoria Bridal Boutique (♥)
(victoriabridalboutique.com)
SHOES: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)
LINGERIE: Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥)
MENSWEAR: Moores Clothing for Men (mooresclothing.com)
JEWELLERY: Ann Louise Jewellers (annlouise.ca) (♥)
HAIR: Emerald Jean of Design House Salon (designhousesalon.com)
MAKE-UP: Erin Bradley Hair & Makeup (erinbradley.ca)
CAKE: Passion for Cakes (passionforcakes.com)
WINE: Unsworth Vineyards (unsworthvineyards.com)
CUISINE: Truffles Catering (trufflescatering.net) ■
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VENUE: Gowlland Harbour Oceanfront
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SHOOT DESIGN AND FLORALS:
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(wildvalleyflowers.com)
HAIR: Headquarters Hair Studio
(headquartershairstudio.ca)
JEWELLERY: Bekah Anne Accessories
(bekah-anne.com)
MAKE-UP: Indira Esthetics
MODEL: Jenaca
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DELGADO PHOTOGRAPHYdelgadophoto.ca | 250.751.3827
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of James Brenay and Teresa Demchuk was
all about with family, friends & lots of love.
A REALITY WEDDING STORY
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BRIDE & GROOM: James Brenay and Teresa DemchukWEDDING DATE: August 25, 2014VENUE:Best Western Tin Wis Resort Hotel (tinwis.com) PHOTOGRAPHY: Chelsea Dawn Photography and Make Up Artistry (chelseadawn.ca)MAKE-UP AND HAIR:Studio One Tofino (studioonetofino.ca) JEWELLERY: Bekah Anne Accessories (bekah-anne.com)
GOWN: Blush Bridal (blushoccasions.com) with alter-ations and headband by Lily Kennedy Custom Gowns (lilycustombridal.com) MEN’S WEAR: Moores Clothing for Men(mooresclothing.com)DJ: DJ Mike Productions (djmikeproduction.com)DÉCOR: DIY by Teresa, family and friends
RENTALS: Smashing Glasses (smashingglasses.ca)PHOTO BOOTH: Four Frames Photo Booth (fourframesphotobooth.com)VIDEOGRAPHER: Cassie O’Neil Cinematography (cassieoneil.com)RINGS: Lugaro Jewellers (lugaro.com)SURFBOARDS: Barracuda Surfboards (barracudasurf.com)
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RESPIGHI STRING QUARTET IN VICTORIA
victoriamusiclessons.ca | 250- 477-2117
A String Quartet can add a classy touch to any event,
especially a wedding. It creates a warm ambiance as
guests enter and has the power to bring tears to your
eyes. You will find the perfect accompaniment to your
wedding in Respighi’s extensive, varied library.
ADVERTISING FEATUREWedding Worthy Songs is a feature of The Wedding Ring Magazine that’s designed to give you an at-a-glance look at some of the amazing wedding musicians
& musical options to be found across Vancouver Island. From classical guitarists who play before, during and after your ceremony, to a live band for your
reception, these musicians can help create the perfect soundtrack for your wedding day. Want more? Visit each musicians website for full details.
THE GROOVE DIGGERS IN VICTORIAweddingbandsvictoria.com | 250-896-0909
Groove Diggers can sing you down the aisle, play
acoustic guitar for guests and rock your reception. They
aim to have everyone movin’, groovin’ and having a
great time at your wedding! Groove Diggers wants to
work with you to personalize the band for your wedding
reception. It is simple to add your personal touch
through music.
MUSE DUOIN COWICHAN VALLEYmuseduo.com | 250-715-0430
Muse Duo is a professional piano/cello duo based on
southern Vancouver Island in the Cowichan Valley.
Through their music they are available to provide
atmosphere and beauty through music for your event.
They have an extensive repertoire and would love to
work with you to help select and to perform the pieces
you love for that perfect touch.
BRIAN DESJARLAIS CLASSICAL GUITARIST IN VICTORIA briandesjarlais.com
Having live music can add elegance and help create
that perfect atmosphere before, during and after your
ceremony. Brian has been performing at wedding
ceremonies for nearly a decade. In addition to a large
repertoire of traditional wedding music, Brian is more
than willing to accommodate your requests.
Photo courtesy of andreapaterson.com
ISLAND DJ SERVICESIN VICTORIA island-dj-services.com | (250) 686-2037
At Island DJ Services, they understand how important it is to get your personal playlist right. They are committed to telling your story; professionally and enthusiastically guiding you through your evening and of course, when it’s time - “Getting the party started!” Island DJ Services have thousands of songs to choose from and will work with you to set the right tone for your special event. They can also fulfill your photo booth needs using state of the art technology, combining the traditional photo booth experience with modern enhancements to ensure the ease of use and portability.
HIWAY PRODUCTIONSIN VICTORIA www.djpro.ca | (250) 888-5440 The Hiway Productions DJ team is an ELITE team. They are fun and professional and who are on the most recommended vendor list at a dozen venues on Vancouver Island. From the first email exchange to the last dance, clients know that they are getting a level of professionalism that has become the new standard in the Mobile DJ industry on Vancouver Island. For the last 5 years we have been providing DJ services in Greater Victoria and Sooke as well as to other areas on Vancouver Island such as Nanaimo, Duncan, Parksville, Tofino, Port Alberni, Courtenay and the Gulf Islands.
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1. PRINT PERSONALIZED LABELSShows are home to some of the best giveaways of the year. You
have the chance to win items such as honeymoon getaways and
huge online shopping sprees. Save yourself from hand cramps
by printing labels at home. When you circulate through the
various booths at the show, just stick your labels onto the many
ballots you’d otherwise have to fill out by hand!
On your labels, include... • bride’s name • groom’s name •
wedding date • address & phone number • email address
2. PREPARE TO CARRY ONBe sure to bring a bag with a comfortable shoulder strap, a
backpack, or better yet, a bridal party (or the groom!) to help
carry things. You’ll be given countless brochures, gifts and
magazines and you don’t want to be left juggling them for
hours.
BRIDAL SHOW SURVIVAL TIPS!
BRIDAL SHOWFull list of bridal shows (updated year round!) can be found at The Wedding Ring Vancouver Island at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings ♥
VICTORIA BRIDAL EXHIBITION ♥September 13th, 201510:00am to 4:00pmPearkes Recreation Centre, Victoriabridalexhibition.ca
♥ THE WEDDING RING FALL/WINTER ISSUE RELEASE!
NANAIMO BRIDAL EXHIBITIONSeptember 20th, 201511:00am to 4:00pm Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimobridalexhibition.ca
COURTENAY BRIDAL EXHIBITIONOctober 4th, 201511:00am to 3:00pmFlorence Filberg Centre, Courtenaybridalexhibition.ca
MODERN BRIDE SHOW & RACE FOR THE RING!October 17th, 2015 10:00am-6:00pmBay Centre, Downtown Victoriamodernbrideshow.com
DUNCAN-COWICHAN VALLEY WEDDING SHOWOctober 18th, 2015 12:00pm-4:00pmDuncan Travelodge Silverbridge Inn travelodge.ca
VANCOUVER ISLAND WEDDING AWARDSNovember 3rd, 2015Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spavancouverislandweddingringawards.ca
VICTORIA BRIDAL EXHIBITION ♥ January 17th, 201610:00am to 4:00pmPearkes Recreation Centre, Victoria bridalexhibition.ca
♥ THE WEDDING RING SPRING/SUMMER ISSUE RELEASE!
NANAIMO BRIDAL EXHIBITION January 24th, 201611:00am to 4:00pmBeban Park Social Centre, Nanaimobridalexhibition.ca
MODERN BRIDE SHOW January 30th, 201610:00am to 4:00pmCrystal Garden, Victoriamodernbrideshow.com
COURTENAY BRIDAL EXHIBITION February 21st, 201611:00am to 3:00pmFlorence Filberg Centre, Courtenaybridalexhibition.ca
For year-round, updated details on wed-ding shows & events, visit us online at: vancouverisland.theweddingring.ca
SHARE YOUR ENGAGEMENT STORY!
Do you have a romantic or fun engagement story? Would you like to have a blog announcement that you
are going to tie the knot? Tell us about it! Send your story & photos to: [email protected]
RACE FOR THE RINGCouples had so much fun with Race for the Ring last year
that we are doing it again! We are so excited to once again team up with The Bay Centre (thebaycentre.ca), Just Love Animals Society
(jlasociety.com), Modern Bride Show (modernbrideshow.com), Home for the Honeymoon (homeforthehoneymoon.
ca), Hudson’s Bay (thebay.com) (♥) and Ann-Louise Jewellers (annlouise.ca) (♥) for Race for the Ring 2015 on Sunday October 17th! Starting at the Hudson’s Bay Centre
in downtown Victoria theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island/race-for-the-ring
Breathtaking views. Amazing waterfront venue. Lasting memories...forever starts at Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa®.
Let us show you what “perfect” means.
100 Harbour Road | Victoria, BC V9A 0G1 250-360-5900
Photo Credit: JamesX Wedding Photography
deltavictoria.com
2ND ANNUAL
Cowichan Valley Wedding Show
OCTOBER 18TH, 2015 | 2-4PM$10 ENTRY FEE FOR BRIDES
Please contact Mary at 250-748-4311 to register
First 20 brides to register at eventbrite.ca are entered to win a 3 day, 2 night stay for 2 in Las Vegas. 2 Week Mexico Giveaway and other great
prizes available to all our brides.
250-748-4311 | 140 Trans Canada Hwy
Photo courtesy of www.kimkalynphotography.com
THE BUTCHART GARDENS (♥)IN VICTORIA butchartgardens.com [email protected]
The Spring Prelude garden is a colourful and delightfully scented indoor garden perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies and a champagne reception.
Let the festivities continue with an elegant, charming dinner.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings250-652-4422 | 1-866-652-4422 | UP TO 60 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING
ADVERTISING FEATURE
Wedding Worthy Venues is a feature of The Wedding Ring Magazine that’s designed to give you an at-a-glance look at some of the amazing wedding locations found in Vancouver Island. Browse the profiles for the basics such as capacity and bar options. Want more? Find everything from colour schemes to wedding menus, and package pricing by checking out reception hall reviews at TheWeddingRing.ca.
Photo courtesy of Sooke Harbour House
SOOKE HARBOUR HOUSE (♥)IN SOOKE [email protected]
Award-winning Sooke Harbour House is known as one of Canada’s most spectacular wedding venues. Located on Whiffen Spit Beach in Sooke, BC, this boutique hotel offers reception spaces, a restaurant, a spa and twenty eight luxury guest rooms. Sooke Harbour House also offers some of West Coast’s finest cuisine. Let the water be your “something blue” at your oceanside wedding.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings1-800-889-9688 | FULL BAR SERVICE | ON-SITE CATERING
Photo courtesy of Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort
DELTA VICTORIA OCEAN POINTE RESORT & SPA (♥)IN VICTORIAdeltahotels.com/Hotels/Delta-Victoria-Ocean-Pointe-Resort-Spa [email protected]
Situated on Victoria’s breathtaking Inner Harbour, the newly renovated Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa is just steps from downtown shopping, restaurants and attractions. This venue offers a modern waterfront setting known for unsurpassed guest service, exceptional dining, and full resort amenities. In addition, they will work together with you to ensure your event goes off without a hitch as well as host bridal showers, rehearsal dinners and post-wedding events.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings1-888-890-3222 | UP TO 250 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
Photo, left, courtesy of www.nicholetaylorphotography.com
ST. ANN’S ACADEMY IN VICTORIAstannsacademy.com | [email protected]
Exchange your vows in an interfaith 1858 Chapel, the lovely Novitiate Garden, or the rustic Orchard. St. Ann’s Academy is the perfect historical setting for your wedding day. The surrounding park can play host to the ultimate tent reception or photography session.
250-953-8829 | UP TO 200 GUESTS | TWO INDOOR & THREE OUTDOOR VENUES AVAILABLEGET LOCAL. PLAN FABULOUS! • 45
Photo courtesy: Best Western Premier Prestige Oceanfront Resort
THE BEST WESTERN® PREMIER PRESTIGE OCEANFRONT RESORT (♥) IN SOOKEprestigehotelsandresorts.com | [email protected] is the ideal haven to celebrate, meet, connect, inspire or retreat in the Greater Victoria area. Located in the seaside community of Sooke on the southwestern tip of Vancouver Island, this world-class resort is the perfect choice for conferences, events and weddings. The Grand Ballroom, three salons, executive boardrooms, waterfront pavilion and outdoor courtyard terraces provide flexibility in accommodating functions of all sizes. Their expert event planners, spectactular catering department and space for groups of any size make Prestige the ultimate wedding destination.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings250-642-0805 | INDOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | UP TO 500 GUESTS | ON-SITECATERING, SPA & DINING OPTIONS
Photo courtesy of www.curtispelletier.com
OAK BAY BEACH HOTEL (♥)IN [email protected] Elegant seaside accommodations, unique event spaces and a dedicated staff make the Oak Bay Beach Hotel the premier destination for your West Coast Victoria wedding, reception or other special event. Indulge in pampering treatments by the sea in your very own oceanfront oasis. Savour gourmet meals prepared from local ingredients with your guests, paired with choice wines, carefully selected by their in house sommelier.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings250-598-4556 | 1-800-668-7758 | UP TO 150 GUESTS
Photo courtesy of Tigh-Na Mara Seaside Spa Resort and Conference Centre
TIGH-NA-MARA SEASIDE SPA RESORT AND CONFERENCE CENTREIN PARKSVILLEtigh-na-mara.com [email protected]
With the largest banquet resort facilities on the Island, Tigh-Na-Mara comfortably accommodates weddings of up to 250 guests. Our professional sales and catering 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, together we will make it a reality. World famous Grotto Spa and incredible beach and ocean views will complete the experience.
250-248-1852 | UP TO 250 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
Photo courtesy of www.derekford.com
PAINTER’S LODGE (♥)IN CAMPBELL RIVER, BCpainterslodge.com www.obmg.com/weddings
Celebrate your special day with a one-of-a-kind wedding. Have your ceremony on our beautiful grounds with stunning views of the Discover Passage and host your reception in our banquet rooms while your guests stay at the beautiful resort. On-site wedding coordinator and full service wedding packages for a stress free event.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings1-800-662-7090 | UP TO 120 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
Photo courtesy of Vancouver Island Conference Centre
VANCOUVER ISLAND CONFERENCE CENTREIN NANAIMO [email protected] The Vancouver Island Conference Centre offers magical ceremony, dinner and reception settings for every picture-perfect moment on your wedding day.
The team at Vancouver Island Conference Centre paint a picture of what you can expect; “Steal a kiss under hand-blown glass pendant lighting... sit down to West Coast cuisine at an exquisitely appointed table... waltz across the floor of the grand ballroom... The Vancouver Island Conference Centre’s professional planners can make it work on any budget.”
250-244-4050 | UP TO 1200 GUESTS | FULL BAR SERVICE | EXCLUSIVE ON-SITE CATERING
Photo courtesy of fetchingimage.com
BRENTWOOD COLLEGEON VANCOUVER ISLANDbrentwood.bc.ca/events-rentals/[email protected]
Our oceanfront setting offers an incredible backdrop for the numerous options we can offer for your ceremony, whether in an intimate garden setting, on the exquisite terrace on the plaza, in a private function room, or in our naturally lit 30,000 sq. ft. Dining Hall. Our modern, west coast inspired facilities offer open concepts, ocean views and an abundance of natural light, creating an inspiring atmosphere for groups of 20 to 400. Executive Chef Sean Napier and his experienced event staff will work with you to create a menu to bring your vision and event to life.
250-743-5521 | INDOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | ON SITE CATERING | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
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Photo courtesy of The Oswego Hotel
THE OSWEGO HOTELIN [email protected]
Forget the ballroom bore, and opt for the boutique experience. With The Oswego Hotel you can celebrate with family and friends at the O Bistro and Lounge in a chic cosmopolitan setting.
When asked about their approach to weddings, the team at Oswego explains, “It is one of the most wonderful events of your life, and a reception at the stylish, modern Oswego Hotel will create unforgettable memories for you and your family and friends.”
250-294-7511 | FULL-BAR SERVICE | ON-SITE CATERING | WEDDINGS FROM 4 TO 90 GUESTS
Photo courtesy of Black Rock Oceanfront Resort
BLACK ROCK OCEANFRONT RESORT (♥)IN UCLUELETblackrockresort.com [email protected]
Designed with a deep respect for the land and sea, Black Rock’s innovative architecture – of rock, water, glass, steel, and wood – enhances and contrasts the Wild Pacific landscape. It’s a relaxing, stimulating, and creative atmosphere, perfect for celebrating and connecting. It’s awe-inspiring setting, oceanfront spaces, innovative catering and high-tech services, make this a spectacular destination for brainstorming or celebrating life’s essential moments.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings1-877-762-5011 | 4,200 SQUARE FEET | UP TO 140 GUESTS
Photo courtesy of www.kimkalynphotography.com
FIRESIDE GRILLIN VICTORIAfiresidegrill.com [email protected]
This beautiful Tudor Revival home surrounded by Garry Oaks is the perfect setting for any wedding! Fireside Grill can cater to small intimate gatherings in one of two private dining areas or up to 130 people in our grand hall. Along with their award winning chef and in-house Sommelier and Wedding Coordinator they will help design the perfect day from your menu and wine choices all the way to your décor needs to make this the day of your dreams.
250-479-1222 | UP TO 130 GUESTS | INDOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | ON-SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR
Photo courtesy of www.chrisboar.com
LONG BEACH LODGE RESORTIN TOFINO longbeachlodgeresort.com [email protected]
Exchange your vows with your toes in the sand, on the beachfront patio, or from the warmth of the Great Room, overlooking the wild Pacific surf and expansive sandy beach of Cox Bay. Long Beach Lodge Resort specializes in intimate West Coast weddings of 2 to 50 people. With only one wedding booked per day, your dedicated event planner will provide one-on-one service and ensure a stress-free event and a day to remember. Keep it simple and choose one of our three wedding packages, or get creative… we are here it make your dreams come true! Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings250-725-2442 | 1-877-844-7873 | BEACHFRONT WEDDINGS UP TO 50 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | ACCOMMODATIONS
Photo courtesy of kristenborelliphotography.com
PARKSIDE VICTORIA (♥)IN VICTORIAparksidevictoria.com [email protected]
The Parkside Hotel & Spa is an unforgettable modern, boutique wedding venue located in the heart of downtown Victoria, across from historic St. Ann’s Academy. Stylishly designed to bring the outside in, Parkside’s peaceful atmosphere and inviting spaces are the perfect setting for the wedding of your dreams. Parkside Victoria’s experienced and responsive event management team is ready and waiting to create the perfect day for you.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings250-590-1740 ext. 8186 | SPA FACILITIES | IN-DOOR & OUTDOOR OPTIONS | INTIMATE WEDDINGS | UP TO 100 GUESTS | ACCOMMO-DATIONS
Photo courtesy Hotel Grand Pacific
HOTEL GRAND PACIFICIN VICTORIA hotelgrandpacific.com [email protected]
When it comes to hosting the perfect wedding, Hotel Grand Pacific takes the cake! This venue can accommodate all of your wedding needs. From their beautiful setting on Victoria’s Inner Harbour to their wedding services, you and your guests will be happy, ever after. A full service spa accommodates bridal parties and preparations. The hotel athletic club is the top in the city, including a 25-metre pool plus sauna, hot tub, cardio facilities and yoga classes making it the top in the city. The hotel offers exceptional food services, led by Executive Chef Rick Choy. In addition, a variety of reception spaces can be configured and decorated for weddings of all sizes. Bring your ideas and they will make it happen.
250-386-0450 | 1-800-663-7550 | UP TO 180 GUESTS | FULL BAR SERVICE | ON-SITE CATERING
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Photo courtesy of The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa
THE WESTIN BEAR MOUNTAIN GOLF RESORT & SPA (♥) IN VICTORIA bearmountain.ca | [email protected]
The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa provides the perfect setting for your wedding day with breathtaking views. Choose from four different venues that provide intimate privacy to the large ballroom. Executive chefs will design your menu with you. You will enjoy the secluded luxury of a rural mountainside resort just minutes from downtown Victoria with a premium level of style, sophistication and elegance that will please the most discriminating of tastes. Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings250-391-7160 | 1-888-533-2327 | FROM 20-300 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | SPA FACILITIES | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
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VICTORIA MARRIOTT (♥)IN INNER HARBOUR marriottvictoria.com [email protected]
Making your wedding dreams come true and your planning a joy. The Marriott team is excited about every element – from the way the tables are set, to the moment you enter the room as bride and groom. Working closely with their wedding and event planners, you’ll choose from several customized wedding packages and services, which will make your planning easier and satisfy your every wish. From the rehearsal dinner to final farewell, Marriott wedding planning creates picture-perfect events.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings250-480-3836 | 877-515-2148 | PACIFIC BALLROOM | TERRACE ROOMS | PATIO | UP TO 200 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
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INN AT LAUREL POINTIN [email protected]
They’ll take the work and worry out of your wedding. Imagine your customized ceremony on their spectacular tented waterfront patio. Their exquisite Japanese Gardens will be the exclusive backdrop of your photos. You and your guests will enjoy elegant cocktails before heading into their stunning Terrace Ballroom and adjacent Spirit Room for a memorable reception. Your destination for affairs, from elopements to gala wedding events.
250-386-8721 | 1-800-663-7667 | UP TO 200 GUESTS | ON-SITE CATERING
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APRIL POINT RESORT (♥)ON QUADRA ISLAND, BCaprilpoint.com | obmg.com/weddings
Celebrate by the ocean and under the trees at April Point Resort & Spa on Quadra Island. Offering full service wedding packages including accommodation, catering, set up, activities and an on-site coordinator – so you can simply relax and enjoy your special day. Have your wedding by the sea at the heart of Vancouver Island’s pristine coastline. Our Aveda Spa has been created with the intention of offering a sacred space to foster life giving rituals. Sunset cruises among the Discover Islands available.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings1 -800-662-7090 | UP TO 60 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL-SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
Photo courtesy of Poet’s Cove Resort & Spa
POETS COVE RESORT & SPA (♥)IN BEDWELL HARBOUR ON PENDER ISLANDpoetscove.com | [email protected]
The ideal West Coast wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, elopement, honeymoon or special event. Tucked away in Bedwell Harbour on Pender Island, British Columbia, Poets Cove offers a variety of experiences set in the midst of incredible natural beauty. Whether you want a sophisticated affair in the Seaglass Ballroom, or a small intimate ceremony at a cottage overlooking the sea, Poets Cove can cater to your needs.
Read review at theweddingring.ca/vancouver-island-weddings1-888-512-POET (7638) | 250-629-2100 | UP TO 120 GUESTS | SPA | ON-SITE CATERING AND DINING OPTIONS
Photo courtesy of Gray Photography
OCEANFRONT SUITES AT COWICHAN BAY IN COWICHAN BAYoceanfrontcowichanbay.com [email protected]
Situated in one of the most picturesque locations on Vancouver Island, Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay is the ideal venue for wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and engagement parties.
At Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay, you can have a destination wedding in your backyard! We have everything in the tranquil and intimate seaside village of Cowichan Bay in the Cowichan Valley, a wine and culinary haven. Enjoy a seaside marina setting with outdoor/indoor venues. 250-715-1000 | UP TO 200 GUESTS | ON SITE CATERING | FULL SERVICE BAR | GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS
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