As I’m writing this post, I’m excited and nervous all at once – I’m putting into words, for all to see, about the transformations happening over here at Nuance Occasions headquarters.

I can’t believe it’s been just over 11 years since that I started Nuance Occasions – with an intent to make wedding planners more common, to push the envelope for design in Edmonton and to make wedding day magic for countless couples! In those years, my business has grown a lot and changed a lot since it’s humbled beginnings…but in that time I’ve changed too…I’ve grown older (sadly), wiser (hopefully) and my passion for weddings has grown strong, but in a different way than I would have imagined 11 years ago.

Two years ago, the wheels were put into motion to shift the dynamics of Nuance Occasions – to begin to focus more on destination weddings around the globe. With some very special staff members growing their own businesses, I felt like the time was right for the change.

I’m excited to to announce that next week I’ll be unveiling our new look, and new name – dedicated completely to destination weddings & honeymoons. Nuance Occasions feels like it’s been my name for 11 years, and it was a very difficult decision to put it to rest, but I believe it’s time for a fresh start and new adventures.

It is my pleasure to introduce to you… WANDER LOVE WEDDINGS AND TRAVEL

[ wan·der love ]

I want to thank all my past clients – I have sooooo many fond memories and have loved watching you have children and your love for each other grow…I was so touched and honored to be a part of each and every one of your wedding days! And my current destination clients – we have such incredible destination weddings in the works – I’m so excited to see them all come together!

To the Edmonton vendors and venues I’ve worked with along the way – wow – you are all so talented and have helped make my client’s dreams come true. I will still stay in contact with the Edmonton wedding community (cause I love you all too much!) and I look forward to getting to bring some of your talents around the globe with my destination weddings.

And to those who have worked with me on my team – you helped me grow Nuance Occasions to be an incredible company – and I love you all for it and I’m so excited to watch your own companies now grow and prosper. I wish you a long road filled with much success & happiness!
Wedding Couples: If you need local wedding planning & coordination assistance, your wedding will be in great hands with Ashley (Simply Unique Weddings) and Emilie (Flawless Expressions) as these women are wonderful, talented and just as anal-retentive-detail-orientated as I am! And I love them for it!

I will be keeping this website up – as I know it’s a trusted resource for many…and will still be blogging about weddings in Edmonton and around the globe…and I hope you’ll still stay tuned…but I hope you’ll join me in my new adventure and follow me along in my new business endeavors…I can’t wait to reveal it all next week to you!

Thank you for bearing with me – but I felt the need to share the changes with all of you who have followed me over these years…I’m so grateful for the friendships I’ve made with Nuance Occasions. I know 2012 is going to be a great year!

With love and best wishes for a fabulous 2012!
Jolyn

Whether you’re looking for wedding inspiration or home decor inspiration – you’ll find lots here. And hello…talk about a wonderful place to start up a bridal registry at! I found inspiration for centerpieces, card boxes, photo display ideas, cake stands and so much more…

So if you haven’t had a chance yet, run over to Southgate and check out this new store. I’m sure you’ll agree its a perfect place to find design inspiration for weddings and for home!!

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions

Through patented technology, French Wrap and French Wrap Plus are the first line of products to give natural nails a perfect French manicure (or pedicure) that lasts up to weeks at a time. Simple fast application. Easy removal. Perfect smile lines, every time.

Dashing Diva French Wrap manicure is a revolutionary new trend for creating fast, perfect french manicures. You can have a french manicure that has perfect smile lines that don’t chip or fade, and can last up to 2 weeks or longer. The French Wrap is an exceptionally thin flexible artificial band that mimics the white polish of a french manicure. This is adhered to the free edge, but unlike false tips used to create extensions, add no length, bulk or ridges to the free edge. The wraps come in 2 different lengths to accommodate shorter or longer nails.

Benefits of Dashing Diva French Wrap
• Non-chipping, no fade, consistent colour
• Perfect crisp smile lines every time
• Can be removed quickly without damaging the natural nail
• Value for money as it lasts longer than a regular french polish
• Adds strength to the free edge
• They can encourage clients to stop biting their nails
• Can prevent the natural nail from splitting or breaking
• Can also be used with gel
• Can be used on short nails with the smallest of free edges, or longer nails
• Make the nails appear longer
• Fast drying time

To get the most out of your wraps, and to keep them looking their best, it is your responsibility to look after them accordingly.

Contact Hana to book your French wrap today!! Available in White, pink & black French tips and can be used for finger and toe nails.

Hana Kamar
Esthetician/Nail technician
Michael Charles Salon&Spa
1128-91 street (intersection of ellerslie road and 91st street)
Edmonton,AB
(780) 413-4233

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner
Nuance Occasions

Event: Bridal Bash 2
Date: Saturday October 22, 2011
Time: 8pm – 1am
Place: Four Points Sheraton Edmonton South
7230 Argyll Road Edmonton AB (Niagara Ballroom A)
Cost: $30 per person (cash only please)
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=132213290195810

Tickets can be purchased at either Bridal Debut Store:
Sherwood Park
153 Pembina Road
(780) 467-4082
OR
South Edmonton
Calgary Trail and 59th Avenue
(780) 431-0539

This year the event is sponsored by Bridal Debut and proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF). Music will be provided by DJ Lisa Marie from Escapade Musical Entertainment and there will be a Fun Photo booth where you can make a donation and take some memorable pictures. There will be prizes and silent auction items. All the proceeds from the silent auction and the photo booth will be donated to the CBCF.

Have fun in your wedding dress again, all while supporting a great cause!

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner
Nuance Occasions

Starting July 27, 2011 receive 10% OFF all Jewel and Reverie Bridal gowns & 10% OFF all Priscilla of Boston and Melissa Sweet Bridesmaid purchases.This promotion lasts only ONE week and ends on August 3, 2011.

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

{ source : Weddingmapper.com }

 
If so, then www.weddingmapper.com may be the ideal website for you

Simply enter your addresses, choose your icons to mark your ceremony & reception site, and watch your map get created. Simply download the image and place onto your map cards, and print! It’s that easy to make map inserts for your wedding invitations.

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

I’ll be inspecting 8 specific properties and getting to experience many of Jamaica’s premiere attractions.

{ Negril Beach, Jamaica | credit: Joshua Smith }

If you want to follow along, ‘like’ my Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Destinations to watch as I share some pictures through the week.

I look forward to sharing some detailed tips and destination wedding hot spots on my {Destinations} Wedding Blog on my return!

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

Credit Cards With Points
Especially when you are expecting to pay tens of thousands of dollars for your wedding, you can rack up the points quickly. So choose a credit card with a points system you’ll surely use. Airline points & airmiles may even assist you with booking your honeymoon!

 
Hotel Loyalty Programs
If you host your wedding ceremony or reception at a hotel, you may be able to benefit with additional benefits for hosting your wedding festivities. Hilton, Marriott and others will award you points for your receptions which you can use at their other properties for your honeymoon. Be sure to ask your hotel if they offer such programs.

Airline Point Credit Cards
Some of the airlines directly offer a credit card that will help you accrue travel points faster – so be sure to compare options for what will provide you with the most rewards while planning your wedding.

As well, credit cards offer you a level of protection no other payment form can give you – protection from vendors who go out of business or fail to show up. But with anything, be sure to understand how your points are collected and most importantly how they need to be redeemed…so you don’t have any unexpected surprises.

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

{ wedding entertainment | aerial artist from Firefly | photo: Sam Ng Photography }

With hidden silks, and a dramatic entrance…guests were spell bound for Annie’s performance to the Cirque du Soleil Love Song from Ka. There are many different ways I can incorporate this aerial artist into your Edmonton wedding entertainment…let’s get planning!

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

This ivory runner was personalized for their wedding ceremony at the Korean Presbyterian Church in Edmonton.

{ custom aisle runner used as a guest book | photo : Sam Ng Photography }

At the reception, we draped the runner over the guest book table and provided fabric paint pens for guests to sign with.

Now Daniel & Tiffanie can take this runner to their favorite framer, who will cut and place this runner inside a great frame for them. Where ever they choose to hang this keepsake, they’ll know that they walked over their names as newlyweds…and remember all those who helped celebrate with them.

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457