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Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

Some of the fabulous vendors that made this night incredible include:
Gloria Wong Designs, Hartmann Studios, Asiel Floral Design and Enhanced Lighting

I’ve got to get some rest before our seminars start tomorrow, but just wanted to share with you a little bit why I love traveling to conferences and seeing the inspiration we can garner from them.

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

“Nuance Occasions is amazing! Jolyn helped us tremendously through our whole planning process and we were more than happy with all of her help and ideas. She went above and beyond any expectations that we had and truly created the wedding of our dreams! She is an angel sent down from the wedding gods who saved us from all of the wedding planning stress! A year ago, just thinking about planning our wedding from California, when it was going to take place in Edmonton, was a nightmare!! Thanks to Jolyn and the online wedding workroom, our planning process was alot of fun and stress free, like it should be! Thank you so much for absolutely everything!!!” – Mackenzie & Joshua

It was fitting that the California couple brought their weather with them – so on Mackenzie & Joshua’s wedding day, the temperatures reached +35degrees!

Nearly all the planning happened with Mackenzie & Joshua back home in California, however, Mackenzie’s mother was instrumental in helping finalize details and we made sure Mackenzie was had her input thanks to the Nuance Occasions online workroom.

The afternoon ceremony was at the Fairmont Hotel MacDonald in the Drawing Room. The room was transformed with fabric and the use of ambient lights. Calla lilies artfully placed in cylinder vases by La Piazza Dasee graced the edges of the custom printed aisle runner. The ferns and greenery accents lovingly reminded the couple of the lush greenery back home – bringing a little California to Edmonton thanks to the ceremony designs of Exquisite Creations.

This fun loving group took full advantage of the hot sun and steamy Hotel MacDonald venue as they began their photographs around the property. Then, with the guidance of Sam of Sam Ng Photography – ventured into some back alleys and interesting spots in downtown Edmonton.

Guests were treated to an a hip and trendy reception when they arrived at the Union Bank Inn (one of my top 3 favorite venues in Edmonton!) The deep moss green linens were invigorated by the gold satin chair covers, with pops of purple and orange throughout the room. It was so enjoyable planning the decor with a couple willing to make some bold color statements – and it paid off – it really is my most favorite room that we’ve done so far at the Union Bank Inn…it was stunning…and the guests thought so too!

The florals were a definite centerpiece to the wedding reception room – lush green on the iron pillars, and a creative tropical design became the focal point on the mantal. Jeanine at La Piazza Dasee most definitely understood Mackenzie’s vision for California chic! Add the hip stationery of Pink Polka Design – which worked so perfectly with the unique color scheme and sophistication Mackenzie & Joshua wanted.

Mackenzie and Joshua knew they wanted a simple cake, but wanted a unique design to it. Tamara at Simply Elegant was up to task in creating a tiered cake with different height tiers – it was a truly ‘simply elegant’ creation. As a tribute to the region where Joshua was from, a decadent avocado and tomatoe salad was specially created by the culinary team at the Union Bank Inn – all our california guests & avocado ranchers were asking for the recipe it was so delectable!!! And what dinner would be complete without some California wines!

Mackenzie & Joshua – it was so much fun bringing your vision to life! I hope you truly enjoyed your second reception in California and look forward to getting to see you both again at another one of our Nuance Occasions’ weddings next year (hint hint Mallory)!

Jolyn | Luxury Wedding Planner
Jacquelyn | Associate Coordinator
Nuance Occasions
780.628.6457

“Jolyn was amazing, I couldn’t have done it without her, she truly made our day everything (and more) then we could have wishes for. Every single detail was perfect, and Jolyn kept everything on time. I would highly recommend Jolyn and Nuance Occasions to anyone planning an event, they went over and above anything I had expected, and made the day stress free.” – Emilie & Jamie

When struggling to design her decor, Emilie approached Nuance Occasions to help her put the final finesse on her magical wedding day! She wanted it to be elegant, sophisticated and a day that guests would talk about. Jolyn worked closely with Emilie to find the perfect decor accents that would give the ‘ummph’ she was looking for in her day.

The ceremony was set with the stunning white satin chair wraps & fabric draped chuppah canopy by Elegant Touches. Working with her florist, Graham & Lane, the exquisite manzanita branch arrangements with rose pomanders became the focal point at the start of the of the aisle.

Florals were placed along the aisle, and the custom aisle runner with their names & wedding date became a focal point of their processional. Marriage commissioner Marcia Loder provided a very personal ceremony for our couple!

As guests departed the room, Nuance Occasions along with the Fairmont Hotel MacDonald staff began the transformation into the evening reception. Tables were dressed, florals added and favors placed. Stationery was designed by Jenelle of Pink Polka Design. Favors were personalized shot glasses filled with jelly beans.

The topsy turvy cake by Simply Elegant was quite the showpiece, accented with the crystal monogram cake toppers.

As the festivities began, guests were greeted with martini luge and full martini bar. Thanks to an entertaining MC, the couple and guests had many laughs throughout the evening, including the presentation of their ‘gnome’ awards!
As the dance began with music from Revolution DJ service, the night time party began!

Their photographer – Carey Nash Photography – captured stunning images of their day! Be sure to check out the image highlights he captured that day on his blog!

Emilie & Jamie – your day was full of laughter and love! Thank you for allowing our team to be a part of your special day!

Jolyn | Luxury Wedding Planner
  Ashley | Associate Coordinator
Nuance Occasions
780.486.5310 ext.1

Followed by a moving ceremony at the Union Bank Inn, the day became a festive celebration for Denise & James.

With butterfly stationery accenting the tables, and the room full of the scent of romantic roses thanks to Corals’s Designs – the room was set for a wonderful evening. The sage green and purple are such a romantic color combination for in the Union Bank Inn – which is definitely one of our favorite venues to be in!

As neither Denise or James were one to eat cake, when it came time to select a cake, we began the hunt for something different…more ‘them’! As their reception was being held at the Union Bank Inn, with the best cheesecakes in Edmonton – the choice was obvious to do a displayed tier of cheesecakes. It’s important that wedding details match who you are as a couple and sometimes that means stepping out of the norm once and awhile!

It was fabulous to be a part of your special day, where your family grew into one!

The symbolic butterflies also became favors in the form of magnets which were set on each napkin for guests to take home. The guests then danced the night away to the sounds of Nuance Sound DJ Service before making their way back to Edson after the wedding!

I thank you for allowing me to be a part in planning your special Edmonton wedding day! We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness!!

Jolyn | Luxury Wedding Planner
Nuance Occasions