For brides who lean towards classic styling but also crave a pop of eye-catching colour, this styled shoot featuring a collection of mismatched blue + white serveware and table decor is the perfect combination....
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...odd angles and sharp edges set against sculpted classical curves are made perfectly romantic through the integration of loosely gathered greenery, a softly-trimmed lace gown, and perfectly imperfect lettering...
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The watercolour palette of this romantic West Coast summer wedding couldn't be anymore true to form. With hues that mimic the Pacific at dusk and the verdant surroundings of Vancouver's gardens,...
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While the icy blue palette featured today on Vale + Vine is right on point with current trends, (see Pantone's 2016 Color of the Year) it is the breathtaking backdrop of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, the sun-dappled forest, and snow-encrusted Lake Minnewanka that reflect this bride's timeless style and beauty....
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Some of you might recognize Richelle + Eric from their wedding photos by Brumley & Wells which were featured here on Vale + Vine several months ago. Sophisticated, romantic, and filled with natural light, the same characteristics that could be used to describe their wedding, followed the couple to Paris, where they now live and work as a husband + wife photography and cinematography team....
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Canada is a nation filled with innumerable lakes and vast lengths of ocean coastline, yet when most Canadian brides envision beach weddings, they automatically conjure up visions of tropical destinations brimming with bright florals in punchy hues and all their guests aglow with golden tans. But let's face it, an exotic destination wedding is not for everyone, and more often than not the floral arrangements wind up being cheesy and the guests burned to a crisp....
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Those women you choose to stand by your side as you prepare for your wedding day both in the months and weeks leading up to your wedding, and on the day of, are significant. Ideally, they're your support system throughout the planning process and more importantly, they're your witnesses to the sacred, life-altering vows that you make on your wedding day. Brides select their bridesmaids for a whole host of reasons--to celebrate lifelong connections or honour family ties for instance. However, when it comes down to making the final decision I think one of the most important reasons is often overlooked, and that is...
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When colder temperatures and inclement weather force the end of outdoor weddings for a season (or two!), many couples might be tempted to relinquish the idea of any outdoor backdrops for their big day. But just because outdoor ceremonies and receptions are limited during the winter months in more northern climes, doesn't mean couples who love outdoor settings need to give up...
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This engagement session at Vancouver's VanDusen Botanical Gardens looks effortless and dream-like, but the reality is that Anahita + Ryan's photos by Adrian Photographers is the culmination of expertly chosen elements blended into one truly romantic prelude to a wedding. Anahita's white lace-embellished dress and soft half-up, half-down hairstyle accented by pink lips and nails is especially feminine,...
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