Coffee Love in Bastion Square…a coffee cart and romantic newlyweds. What is there not to love in this whimsical tableau complete with doughnut cake and cafe delights? It’s not every day that we see such a perfect Parisian scene in Bastion Square!

Let’s start by drooling over this coffee cart and what a great idea it would be to have one at your wedding. Imagine the delight of your guests as they order their fav concoctions. An original take on a cocktail hour. This idea palette is also a great example of how you can create a ‘theme’ location no matter where you live.

The bride and groom show off their Parisian style in spades. The groom in a black bow tie and grey suit is splendidly handsome. The bride is gorgeous in her pillbox hat with veil and flowing gown that is just the right touch of Chanel, The hair and makeup are just the right mixes of natural and dramatic. The bridal bouquet is filled with brightly coloured flowers and greenery which is just perfect for the street look.

The coffee cart is a rather stunning decor piece all to itself but we love the floral touches, the cake that is set against the windows, and the white walls. The bike, with a wicker basket, is such a perfect touch. Coffee love in Bastion Square is just a wonderful, dramatic and lovely palette and we hope to be sitting at this coffee cart soon ourselves!

PHOTOS: Luke Liable Photography | PLANNER: Taylor’d Events|  | FLORAL: 5TH Street Florist | GOWN: Shades of White Bridal | HAIR + MUA: Amy and Amanda of Artistry by Alexa | PAPER SUITE: Petite Paperie Design Co. | MENSWEAR: Jim’s Clothes Closet | BAKERY: Bigfoot Donuts | VIDEO: Lea Sapphire Film MOBILE | CAFÉ + EXPRESSO BAR: Bru Bike | MODELS: Nic + Heidi

Be sure to watch behind the scenes! 

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Elopement Giveaway for a Lucky Couple...spring is here and we are welcoming it with this chance to win!  We are happy to partner with Megan Maundrell Photography and En Vied Events = who are offering a $500 Gift Certificate to the winning couple towards a pop-up micro wedding/elopement with them. Details on how to enter below.

The Atrium is certainly attention getting on it’s own but a ceremony backdrop is a must for elopements. This wood triangle arch is perfect for the blush and coral peonies, purple carnations and leaves and purple sprayed palm leaves. Ribbons flow from the bouquet to bring the entire tableau together. What a perfect elopement giveaway for a lucky couple!

To enter (and hopefully win!) the $500 Gift Certificate:

1. Follow @westcoastweddings @enviedevents and @meganmaundrellphotography

2. Tag 3 friends (Additional tags = additional entries)

3. Share to your story, being sure to tag us so that we see it!

 

Giveaway ends 11:59pm on March 12th, and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the release of the other two gorgeous set-ups in this collection.”  

 

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. By participating, entrants agree to be bound by these Official Rules and the decisions of the Sponsor and Administrator. Void where prohibited by law. You are invited to another Megan Maundrell Wedding.

PHOTOS: Megan Maundrell Photography | DECOR, STYLING + FLORAL:   En Vied Events | VENUE:  The Parkside Hotel & Spa |  MODELS: Melanie + Spencer

 

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Castle Garden Wedding Love… Santia and Vahid travelled a long way to marry at the castle of their dreams. Vahid claims Victoria as his hometown but many of their family and friends are from Florida. Everyone joined them at Hatley Castle on Vancouver Island for a fairy tale wedding. The couple exchanged their vows in the gorgeous gardens outside the castle under skies that blessed them with lucky showers and sunshine.

We love that this couple did everything big and better! The amazing cake, the over the top wedding gown and…get this…they both wore Christian Louboutin shoes! Sarita bought Vahid his pair as a wedding gift and then stepped on one as part of a tradition in the ceremony. This Bosnian/Persian fusion wedding brought the fun with traditions from both sides of the family.

The bride is herself a study in bridal fashion. The shoes are spectacular but equally so is the Pronovias wedding gown. These Italian luxury gowns are designed and created in Barcelona and feature some of the most beautiful laces in the world. Sarita chose to carry blush pink roses in a cascading bouquet and top it all of with an amazing tiara and cathedral length veil.

The beginning of this wonderful wedding day was at Hatley Castle where everyone celebrated getting ready with style. The bridesmaids and bride sipped on champagne while slipping on their gowns and admiring the view from the castle windows. The ceremony was held in a garden surrounded by hedges and flowers. A perfect spot for guests to view the vow exchange and a castle! Afterwards, guests and the newlyweds enjoyed mingling around the castle gardens.

The wedding couple were swept away to the Parliament Buildings in Victoria photos on the same epic scale as Hatley Castle. (Never let it be said that Victoria lacks in castle like buildings for photos!) From there, it was on to Zambri’s Restaurant for a five star reception featuring a luxurious wedding cake and dessert bar. We love that the bride had the stunning cake her heart was set on no matter the number of guests.

This couple LOVES Las Vegas – even having their engagement shoot there. So, as a surprise, Sarita hired an Elvis impersonator to croon his way through their first dance and throughout the evening. What a great way to surprise the groom and make the guests happy! Congrats to Sarita and Vahid and their Hatley Castle Garden Wedding – we hope you visit the Island often in the future.

PHOTOS: Ross Kyker Photo | FLORAL: Jennings Florist | CAKE: Ooh La La Cupcakes | MUSIC: Blue Octopus String Quartet | RECEPTION: Zambri’s Restaurant |  MENSWEAR: Indochino | BRIDAL GOWN AND VEIL: Pronovias Bridal | SHOES: Christian Louboutin  |  CEREMONY and GARDEN: Hatley Castle 

You are invited to another Hatley Castle Wedding!

 

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Urban Elopement at Fort Common | We love love love this highly stylish elopement inspiration in downtown Victoria. The couple are the epitome of the city wedding – the groom in his casual black tie with his sophisticated bride beside him. The palette is inspired by the photographer’s obsession with Reclamation and her wish to showcase the celestial gown in an urban mood.

Why the photographer’s obsession with this gown designer? Reclamation is a fascinating one woman show run by Trista, who promises to create one of a kind pieces. Her mantra is that all women are one and all gowns are meaningful, therefore, gowns should be reclaimed from the past. The dresses are artfully reclaimed and created with vintage and up cycled materials. She is known for remodeling gowns from mothers and grandmothers so that the history of the women in the family are represented into the future generation. Of course, this makes all of the gowns eco friendly! 

The gown used for this urban elopement feels like an angelic vibe with the light sheen and metallic shimmer. The  bell sleeves, the flowing skirt with high cut…it all leads to a sultry bridal look. The summer bouquet of pink, peach and purple garden roses and peonies pop against the gown – tied artfully with a pink ribbon. The attitude and feel of the city is the perfect backdrop to the beautiful couple. 

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Join us at the beautiful Hatley Castle on March 29 2020 from 12:00 noon – 3pm for the Champagne and Cake Wedding Show, presented by Royal Roads University + Truffles Catering + West Coast Weddings Magazine.  

Sip bubbly & taste delicious cakes while meeting some of South Vancouver Island’s inspirational and creative talents in the wedding industry.  Speak with wedding planners and decor stylists, florists, caterers, Dj’s & bridal shops and so much more….

Hatley Castle is one of the most sought after wedding venues in the Victoria area.  The property offers three unique ceremony locations, perfect for your wedding or vow renewal.  There are several wedding ceremony and reception packages to choose from.  This show provides the ideal opportunity to explore your options with the assistance of one of their event specialists.  Highlights of the afternoon include a never ending bridal fashion show and a ride in a limo to the castle courtesy of LA Limousines!  

Donations at the door to Benefit BC Cancer Foundation 

Keep up with all the details on our Instagram @champagneandcakeshow

Photo credit: Secret Waters Photography

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