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2016
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Matt Gould and Breean Rusen
Married August 30, 2015
Music & Procession Music: The Danny Kramer Event Band
Invitations: Sendsational Cards
Bridal Registry: Five Small Rooms
Danny Kramer Dance Band voted “Best Entertainment Act Manitoba Saskatchewan” at Canadian Wedding Industry Awards
The Danny Kramer Dance Band is Winnipeg’s best party band,
dance band and wedding band. It’s the gold standard for events in
and around Winnipeg. This incredibly talented group has performed
together for years, packing dance floors and creating memories to
last a lifetime for its wonderful Brides and Grooms and corporate
clients. This is the band to book if you would like your guests to talk
about your wedding or event for years to come. Offering band sizes
from 6-14 pieces, this band can fit most budgets. Not in Winnipeg?
Don’t worry: The Danny Kramer Dance Band loves to travel and can
travel to your city or town.
“It Was By Far the Most Fun Evening I Have Ever Had in My Life”
“My fiancé and I were interested in the idea of a live band for our
wedding, but didn’t know where to begin in finding one.
Fortunately, we soon attended a wedding that the Danny Kramer
Band played at, and we knew they were our band! Danny was professional and easy to work with right from the beginning. We gave
him the names of a few of our absolute favourite songs, our favourite
styles of music, and as well the general goal of our reception - a
multi-generational dance party. I am truly not exaggerating when I
say that there was not one square inch of available dance floor for
the entire four hours that the band played. We were so happy that
the band played a mix of songs that every age of guest enjoyed from my 6-year-old cousin to my husband’s 90-year-old grandmother; nobody could bring themselves to sit down for a break. It was by
far the most fun evening I have ever had in my life. We heard over
and over again that our guests had never seen so many people on a
wedding dance floor, or heard a band as amazing as Danny’s, or
enjoyed every single song selection the way they did at our wedding. The Danny Kramer Dance Band exceeded our wildest expectations and delivered the most amazing party for our family and
friends - we can’t stop reliving it! “
Laurel and Douglas
You can see videos of this group on the web site or go to:
http://vimeo.com/115938154
***Meet Danny at The Wonderful Wedding Show: Booth 741
Recommended by the top event planners and hotels in Manitoba,
this band is in extremely high demand. If you would like this incredible band to perform for your wedding, corporate event or party call
or email the contacts listed below. Don’t miss out!
Contact Information Phone: 204-996-7664
Email: [email protected]
www.dannykramer.com
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Brittany Bilash and Aaron Maister
Married October 17, 2015
Wedding Gown: 7th Avenue Fashions
Photographer: Manuel F. Sousa Photography
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Ann’s Flowers & Gifts……………………………21
Appelt’s Diamonds………………….……………14
Arnold E. Packer…………………….……………19
Bel Canto String Quartet…………..……………22
Big City All Star Band………….…………………16
Bliss Bridal Boutique………….…………………17
Breezy Bend Country Club………………………23
Brian L. Mackenzie……...………………………15
Chantal’s Bridal & Formal…………..……………9
Cherry Tree Productions…………………………19
City Jewellers……………………..………………19
Club Regent Event Centre……..…………………5
Cornelia Bean………………….…………………10
Crystal Sound……………………..………………23
Decorations by Rick Mayhew……………………13
Five Small Rooms…………………………………20
Gaffer’s Restaurant & Lounge……………………11
Heier Designs Florist…………….………………11
Hilton Winnipeg Airport Suites…………………18
Ice Water Video Productions……………………15
In Full Bloom…………………..…………………12
Ixtapa Travel………………………………………10
JAG Video Productions…………..………………21
Josef Ryan……………………..……………………8
Lilac Bakery……………….………………………20
Lola Boutique…………………...…………………8
Mallabar Apparels………………..………………11
Manuel F. Sousa Photography……..……………7
Mitchell Fabrics Ltd.…………..…………………10
Nemeth Diamonds……………….………………15
Perfect Ceremony………………...………………18
Rembrandt String Quartet……..…………………8
Sendsational Cards……….………………………20
Soul Beauty Boutique……………………………12
Spark Rentals……………..………………………15
Tall Pine Lodges………………..…………………22
Temple Shalom Synagogue………………………9
The Big Deal Wedding Expo……………………16
The Danny Kramer Dance Band………....………2
The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre…12
The Ron Paley Big Band…………………………21
Tonic Spa & Hair………………………....………19
Upstairs For Hair…………………………....……22
W.K. Chan Jewellers………………………...……17
Winnipeg Studio Theatre…………………………7
Wow Hospitality……………………………......…6
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Interested in something new?
Let Club Regent Arrange An Unforgettable Wedding
By BERNIE BELLAN
Since the opening of Club Regent’s new Event Centre just over a little more than a year ago, it has become one of Winnipeg’s most popular venues for events of all sorts. While many readers may have had
occasion to experience the Event Centre when it was configured for
theatre seating, would you be surprised to learn that those tiers of
seats can all be removed and the floor made perfectly flat?
Thus, a venue that may have been used for a concert one day can
quickly become the perfect setting for a wedding or banquet in any
number of configurations.
The Event Centre can hold up to 550 guests comfortably.
State-of-the-art Acoustics For
Dancing
When you’re ready to hit the dance floor,
the Event Centre’s state-of-the-art acoustics
will ensure that the money you’ve invested
in arranging top flight music will be well
spent.
The pre-event centre can be used to hold the
actual wedding ceremony and/or to host
guests prior to the reception in the adjoining
room.
Remember: Club Regent plays host to some
of the biggest entertainment acts to hit
Winnipeg, so when it comes to ensuring a
thoroughly enjoyable musical experience, no
one can beat the quality of its sound.
Weddings Built Around You
Let Us Transform Your Big Day
Anything you can imagine, Club Regent
can do. Its Event Centre allows you to customize the floor plan, seating arrangement,
and lighting to create your wedding the way
you always envisioned. The event planners at
Club Regent aim beyond expectations, from
the culinary expertise of their executive chef
and culinary team, through to the finest detail
of settings and décor.
Let Club Regent transform your big day into
an extraordinary day.
The pre-function area of the Event Centre
provides a perfect set in which to hold the
wedding ceremony itself. With a 4,090
square foot room boasting a 24 foot ceiling
height, guests will be seated in a modern and
spacious setting prior to entering the reception in the adjoining room.
After the ceremony, but prior to the reception, the pre-event area can also serve as a
spacious and comfortable venue in which
guests can enjoy a cocktail and some hors
d’ouevres prepared by the Club Regent’s
excellent culinary team.
And, once they’re inside the reception area
itself, up to 550 guests can be seated comfortably at either round or rectangular tables.
If you’re looking for quite a different configuration than one where the members of the
head table sit facing your guests, why not try
something that was done recently at one
wedding held at the Event Centre: Have the
head table in the middle of the room, with
guests’ rectangular tables branching out from
all around the head table?
Entrust your culinary desires to Club
Regent’s executive chef and culinary team of
experts. The culinary professionals at Club
Regent aim to deliver culinary delights that
will surpass your guests’ expectations.
Call the events team today 204.957.2578
or email [email protected]
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Plan a wonderful wedding reception
with perfect table centerpieces
Planning your wedding reception is an important part of your wedding preparations.
When the actual ceremony is over, that is the time when guests actually sit, relax and
notice the arrangements. So it is important that the reception venue should look stunning.
While preparing for a reception, stress is put on selecting great food and entertainment, but décor also plays an important role in creating a memorable occasion.
The right type of linens, cutlery, table settings and flower arrangements, all help add
to the party atmosphere. And one thing that really reflects your taste and personality in décor are centerpieces.
Be WOWed at Your Next Event.
All the guests spend a majority of their time
at the reception sitting around their table.
They eat, drink and chat with friends at the
dining table, so it is vital that a pleasant
atmosphere is created.
Table centerpieces generate that ambiance
and give guests an insight into the couple’s
personality and taste in décor. This is why a
wide number of factors need to be considered while selecting centerpieces:
• Budget: Ascertain the number of tables at
your reception and the number of centerpieces required.
This will determine the budget you should
allocate for each centerpiece.
• Space: Visualize the space available on
each table and establish the appropriate size
of the centerpiece.
You should think about the comfort of your
friends and family and stay clear of bulky
designs that will block their view and will not
allow them to see the couple or the dance
floor.
• Lighting: Depending on whether you are
holding the reception outdoors or indoors
and whether it is a day or night event, you
can even incorporate candles and tea lights
in your centerpiece.
• Theme: Make sure that you do not pick
flowers for their own splendor. Visualize the
entire venue and see the bigger picture of
how the centerpieces will look on the tables
as a whole.
• Color: You should avoid picking the
color of bride’s wedding gown as the color of
centerpieces as this may spoil the wedding
photographs.
A peach bride may not look striking
amongst peach flowers; so choose contrasting and bright colors for more lively photographs.
From the rehearsal dinner to the reception… the New Millennium Centre
has the food, service and atmosphere to WOW you and your guests.
Call WOW Catering at
204-226-2018
www.wowhospitality.com
Table centerpieces can be arranged in
many ways and are a perfect way for the
bride and groom to express themselves.
Traditional flowers are always a classic
choice but nowadays couples are experimenting with various looks created with decorative stones, chocolates, candies, cupcakes
and fruits.
No matter which design you go with, make
sure it reflects your personality and makes
your reception setting look dazzling and
spectacular!
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Steven McKechnie and Tina Goncalves
Married October 30, 2015
Tuxedos: Mallabar Apparels
Photographer Manuel F. Sousa Photography
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Aaron Maister and Brittany Bilash
Married October 17, 2015
Catering: Wow Hospitality
Flowers & Chupah: In Full Bloom
Music: Big City All Star Band
Procession Music: Rembrandt String Quartet
Gown, Veil & Bridesmaids Dresses: 7th Avenue Fashions
Makeup: Soul Beauty Boutique
Rings: Josef Ryan
Bridal Registry: Five Small Rooms & Lola Boutique
Photographer: Manuel F. Sousa Photography
Tel. 1.204.943.0468
www.josefryan.com
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Jay Ladiana and Donabel Dela Pena
Married: July 4, 2015
Place & Catering: The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre
Gown & Veil: Chantal’s Bridal & Formal
Photographer Manuel F. Sousa Photography
1077Grant Avenue
Contact us about holding your
wedding at Temple Shalom.
Open to non-members
Visit us at our website:
www.templeshalomwinnipeg.ca
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 204 453-1625
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Terry Horning and Karmen Gallant
Married: March 16, 2015
Rings: Appelt’s Diamonds
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Conrad Reimer and Ashley Gee
Married August 8th, 2015
Place and Catering: Gaffer’s Restaurant & Lounge
Flowers: Heier Designs Florist
Tuxedos: Mallabar Apparels
Rings: Appelt’s Diamonds
Photographer: Manuel F. Sousa Photography
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Angela Colatruglio and Avril Maister
Married June 6, 2015
Place, Catering & Chair Covers:
The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre
Soul Beauty Boutique
Flowers & Chupah: In Full Bloom
Gown: 7th Avenue Fashions
Makeup: Soul Beauty Boutique
Rings: Josef Ryan
575 Academy Road
204-489-SOUL(7685)
"Winnipeg's luxury day spa offering full aesthetic services including,
Bridal Makeup, Lash Extensions, Nails, Skincare, Hair Removal, Facials
and Brow Microblading located in the heart of Academy in a gorgeous
Boutique setting. Visit http://www.soulbeauty.ca/ to book your
appointment or check out our Instagram @soulbeautyboutique. "
Photographer: Manuel F. Sousa Photography
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Braidan Mayhew and Courtney Shepherd
Married November 21,2015
Flowers: Ann’s Flowers & Gifts
Music & Entertainment: Barry Kay - Cherry Tree Productions
Gown: Chantal’s Bridal & Formal
Chair Covers & All Decorations: Decorations by Rick Mayhew
Videographer: Ice Water Video Productions
Rick Mayhew can add some “wow” to your event’s décor
My name is Rick Mayhew. I have been decorating all types of events
for over 15 years. I do weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, galas, birthdays, anniversaries and any type of event where you would like to add
WOW to the room.
I do linens, chair covers, backdrops, ceiling swags, centerpieces,
crystals, flowers, LED wall washing, chair cover accessories, monograms for dance floors, white couches and chairs, coffee tables, and
end tables and so much more.
I can do any theme: Hollywood, Mardi Gras, Paris, Country,
Tropical, Black Tie, or elegant Crystal, to name a few.
I own a huge inventory of:
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crystals in many styles and shapes for centerpieces
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vases in many styles and sizes
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pipe and drape to fabric off large wall spaces to create
dramatic effects
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LED light bars to light up walls and backdrops
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ceiling swag kits to dress up any room ceiling
All my floral arrangements are made from scratch and all product is
purchased directly from the wholesaler to ensure quality and price.
I create backdrops in any size or style. I can add crystal curtains,
pearl curtains, LED lighting – just to name a few.
I have done many outdoor events. I can bring in the dishes,
stemware, cutlery, tables, chairs, dance floor, staging, and tents.
I WORK WITH A CLIENT’S BUDGET TO CREATE THEIR WISH LIST
OF WHAT THEY WANT. I work with budgets from small to extremely large.
There are a handful of decorators out there. Please understand that,
while no one is better than me, we are all very good at what we do or
we wouldn’t be in business. Your main goal when hiring your decorator is to choose a trustworthy and creative person who will give you
unbelievable WOW at the best price possible.
I take extreme pleasure in creating very memorable, magical rooms
that will leave your guests breathless.
All consultations are free by appointment only at my showroom on
Grant Ave.
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Stephen Thiessen and Joelle Provencher
Married August 21st, 2015
Tuxedos: Mallabar Apparels
Rings: Appelt’s Diamonds
Photographer: Manuel F. Sousa Photography
Make It Last Forever – Appelt’s Diamonds will guarantee that!
Sometimes bad things happen to good people. Take, for instance,
Heather Smith snagging her Tacori designer engagement ring on the
car door. The mishap caused the ring’s ½ carat diamond to wiggle free
and fall out. Sadly, Heather’s diamond was lost.
A gut-wrenching experience, for sure. But what most shocked
Heather was the decision by Appelt’s Diamonds to repair her ring and
replace her $3,000 diamond free of charge.
Yes, just about any jeweller will warranty your diamond engagement
ring. But the industry standard is to charge extra for protection plans.
Even then, most warranties are riddled with loopholes and cover only
“normal” wear and tear.
The Rock Solid Diamond Warranty from Appelt’s Diamonds is anything but standard. When you buy your diamond from Appelt’s, the
company includes a full lifetime warranty at no extra charge. If you
should ever chip, crack or lose your diamond - Appelt’s Diamonds
will give you a free replacement - just as it did for Heather Smith.
Appelt’s Diamonds owner, Jeff Appelt says, “All of my friends and
family thought I had lost my mind. Even my own staff told me I was
crazy to include our Rock Solid Diamond Warranty for free. It’s just so
unusual. But my thoughts have never been more clear: Your diamond
engagement ring should forever remain a symbol of the love you
share.”
Appelt tells of another customer who damaged her diamond while
cage diving with great white sharks off the coast of Cape Town, South
Africa. “It’s a story I don’t often tell,” Appelt says laughingly. “I worry
people wouldn’t believe me if I did. The story sounds completely fabricated. But it really did happen, and we replaced the customer’s diamond free of charge.”
And so now, when you buy your engagement ring from Appelt’s
Diamonds, your ring and diamond is guaranteed to last forever - no
matter if you find your ring chewed up by the neighbor’s pesky dog or
even that temperamental garburator.
But guaranteeing everlasting love? That, my friend, is solely up to
you and the one you love.
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Corey Verhaeghe and Crystal Sprenger
Married October 10, 2015
Rings: Nemeth Diamonds
Photographer: Manuel F. Sousa Photography
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Adam Sus and Ashley Kraut
Married: August 30, 2015
Place & Catering:
The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre
Music: Big City All Star Band
Rings: Appelt’s Diamonds
Invitations: Sendsational Cards
Bridal Registry: Five Small Rooms
Beauty unleashed!
There is a lot of talk about The Big Deal Wedding Expo – a luxury
bridal boutique, hosted at the Assiniboia Downs, February 27th &
28th by On Tilt Productions
Winnipeg is pleased to present its first bi-annual showcase in a
relaxing setting. This fully licensed, adult only event will create an
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– Cory O’Grodnik, CEO
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and an elegant bridal showcase.
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Pick appropriate wedding flowers for every season
If you are getting married soon, you have a
lot of big decisions to make, not the least of
which are your wedding flowers. You want
the flowers to be perfect but maybe you are
not sure what blooms are in season or which
to use to achieve the theme that you want for
your special day. Here is a guide to some of
the different flowers that would be great
picks, depending on what time of year you
are tying the knot.
Spring
If you are one of the lucky brides getting
married in the spring, the bouquet options
are limitless.
Spring is representative of new beginnings,
life, and rebirth, which happens to be a beautiful symbol for weddings as well. Some of
the flowers that represent spring and new
beginnings include irises, orchids, tulips, and
lilacs, which are all beautiful flowers that
would wow in any bouquet. A single orchid
adorning the lapel of your groom and his
groomsmen looks amazing without appearing too complicated. Spring has many different colors associated
with it since flowers and plants are just beginning to come up after the winter thaws out.
Some of the colors that you might consider
choosing for spring wedding flowers include
purple, yellow, mint, and other pastels.
Summer
Summer is a great time for weddings, as
evidenced by the fact that June, July, and
August are the 3 most popular months during
which to get married. Summer weddings are
typically lighter and fun, and what better way
to reflect that kind of atmosphere at your own
special day than through the flowers that you
choose? Gerbera daisies, poppies, and zinnias are a few examples of fun summer flowers that feel and look carefree and light.
Summer is a great time to incorporate bright,
vibrant colors into your wedding such as
aqua, purple, green, and yellow. Perhaps the
best element to allow the bright colors of your
big day to shine through are in your flowers.
Autumn
Fall weddings are some of the most gorgeous weddings because it is such a stunning
time of year. For weddings during this crisp
time of year, choose those flowers that are
reminiscent of a harvest or have a more rustic appeal to them such as peonies, carnations, and/or dahlias. Some people choosing
to get married in the fall take advantage of
the beautiful changing leaves and incorporate gorgeous red, orange, and gold leaves
into their bouquets.
Autumn is not often considered a very colorful time of year, especially when compared
to spring and summer. However, autumn
weddings are beautiful even if they don’t use
the traditional fall colors like brown, red,
gold, and orange. Choose jewel tones such
as deep blue, purple and mauve to create a
beautiful fall bouquet.
Winter
Planning a winter wonderland wedding?
White is a great color choice, but other elements that you can pull into your bouquet
that actually look beautiful and make a statement include pinecones, holly, and pine
boughs.
During the holiday season, poinsettias
abound everywhere you go. A bouquet of
poinsettias pays homage to the winter holiday season, and especially when combined
with other flowers as part of a bouquet, can
be an excellent choice for your wedding bouquet. As a bonus, red is always a great color
to choose for a winter wedding.
Winter weddings are beautiful and decadent, and choosing rich colors such as deep,
dark blues, reds, and browns can create a
dramatic effect that gives your wedding a
classy look.
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Danny Dewar and Carrie Kielly
Married February 26, 2015
Honeymoon: Christine - Ixtapa Travel
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Dmytro Yamchuk and
Susan Shilshtut
Married: September 6, 2015
Music & Entertainment:
The Danny Kramer Event Band &
Barry Kay - Cherry Tree Productions
Procession Music:
Barry Kay - Cherry Tree Productions
Gown & Veil: 7th Avenue Fashions
Rings: City Jewellers
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Bryan Ragasa and Michelle Marino
Married November 6, 2015
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Alex Serebnitski and Ashley Kisil
Married July 18, 2015
Place & Catering: The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre
Bridesmaids Dresses: 7th Avenue Fashions
Videographer: JAG Video Productions
Photographer Manuel F. Sousa Photography
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Veils or alternatives?
A guide to wedding headwear
Your wedding is a time for you to
stand out from the crowd. You are going
to be surrounded by family and friends,
and you’ll want to make sure you look
like you’ve always dreamed. Unlike
times past, weddings are now hybrid
affairs.
People often marry between cultures,
so there are many weddings that combine religious traditions. Dress is one of
the areas where you see lots of variation
according to tradition and personal
taste.
To Veil or Not to Veil?
The veil has gone in and out of fashion over the past couple
of centuries.
The traditional long, flowing veil is often seen as stogy. It has
connotations of a marriage tradition where men gave away a
woman.
For some modern women, veils are remnants of when marriage was much less of a choice and more of an obligation.
But veils can also be frilly and fun, with none of the associations that come from the Middle Ages or even the Victorian
Period.
When deciding on whether or not you want to wear a veil,
remember that it will have to coordinate with the hairstyle you
choose.
One reason brides sometimes forgo a veil is that it covers up
the fantastic, ornate hairstyles that complete a bride’s look. Try
on veils and brainstorm the hair styles that would work best
well in advance of your big day.
Hats and Retro Headwear
The 20s and 40s have been making a comeback in many different aspects of the fashion industry. In both of these decades,
different types of hats were all the rage. In the 20s, roundcloches were more common. These went over the back of the
head and were often accented with bows or other types of decorations on the side. Some fabrics that these types of hats were
made of are velvet and felt.
In the 40s, hats with nets were also popular. Nets can be a
nice visual substitute for veils. They go over part of the face and
can include pearls or be made of lace. A small hat with netting
will cover less of your head and face than a traditional diaphonous veil.
There are many retailers that make new, retro-style hats, but
you can also get old hats that are in good condition from vintage
shops. If you want to get really inventive, you can create your
own hat using materials that will coordinate
perfectly with your wedding dress and shoes.
Tiaras and Jeweled Head Coverings
Some wedding accessories that are all the
rage are tiaras or wedding crowns. These can
be worn by themselves as part of your overall
hairstyle, or they can be combined with a
veil. Some hair dressers will weave the hair
and tiara together to create a single masterpiece of style.
There are simple and ornate. You can find
one that will suit the level of decoration you
want and can coordinate the material of the
crown or tiara, frequently silver or gold, with
the type of wedding band you will receive
during the ceremony.
Whether you prefer pearls, rubies, or crystals, many brides select a small tiara with
accents or precious stones. You can shop
around to find the perfect accessories for
your big day that will set off your dress and
dazzle everyone at your wedding.
Beautiful Brides 2016 23
Bryan McKague and Sabrina Broesky
Married October 24, 2015
Place, Catering & Chair Covers:
The Fort Garry Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre
Veil & Bridesmaids Dresses: Chantal’s Bridal & Formal
Photographer: Manuel F. Sousa Photography
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