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Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant Wedding | Leann & Rob
Leann and Rob said their 'I do's' in an intimate ceremony in the gardens of the Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant in Fish Creek Park, Calgary....
Planning Your Wedding Timeline - Helpful Tips and Tricks!
One of the questions we get most from our couples, is how to create a timeline for their wedding day! By creating an organized (and...
Silvertip Resort Wedding | Kennedy & Patrick
Kennedy and Patrick tied the knot on the patio at Silvertip Resort, on a crisp winter's day in February. Our first wedding of the 2023...
Vendor Highlight - Lovenote Bride Calgary, Bridal Wear
Say yes to the dress! This month we chat with Annie, General Manager of Lovenote Bride Calgary! Lovenote Bride design and create their...
Newly Engaged? Tips on How to Start Your Wedding Planning!
Recently engaged? Congrats! Take a moment, enjoy this exciting time in your relationship! If you're feeling overwhelmed about wedding...
Why You Should Have a Winter Wedding!
If you follow my Instagram, you know that I LOVE winter. I’m not sure if it was because growing up in Australia I had more than enough...
Vendor Highlight - Matt from Hue Florals, based in Calgary
Flowers - colourful, flowing, structured, monochromatic, romantic, or over the top - no matter what your idea of florals is, they are...
Lavender and Honey (Editorial) - The Brownstone, Calgary
Set in the modern and beautiful Brownstone in downtown Calgary, this elopement paired romantic hues of purple and yellow for a romantic,...
Wedding Morning Tips to Ensure You Have the Perfect Wedding!
The big day is finally here, and let’s be honest, not a lot of sleep is had the night before! Making sure you have everything prepared...
Spruce Meadows Wedding | Mellisa & Mikko
Mellisa and Mikko's Spruce Meadows wedding was an elegant affair, with beautiful white florals decorating each guest table, coupled with...
Tips From a Wedding Planner on Choosing Your Wedding Venue
There are so many choices for wedding venues – churches, barns, rooftop patios, even breweries, the possibilities are endless if you can...
70's Modern Funk Elopement Styled Shoot
Modern love meets 70’s vintage funk! This retro inspired elopement designed by Melissa Alison Events and captured by Lily and Grey Photo...
Why Having an Engagement Photography Session is a Must!
Unsure if you should have engagement photos taken? The answer is YES! There are so many reasons why having an engagement photography...
Silvertip Resort Wedding | Megan & Josh
Love was in the summer air at Megan and Josh’s wedding in Canmore, and family and friends were delighted to witness their special day,...
Open Bar vs Cash Bar
Alcohol is usually a key player at weddings, I mean, after all you need to pop some champagne to celebrate love! However, if you choose...
Harvest Moon Elopement (Editorial) - The Gathered, Calgary
This striking fall Harvest Moon elopement shoot was inspired by the song 'Harvest Moon' by Neil Young, and was a joint vision between...
The Importance of Having a Contingency Plan For Your Wedding
The number thing I will always tell my clients is that they need to make a plan B, especially when it comes to the weather. Mother Nature...
Pinebrook Golf Course Wedding | Melissa & Brendan
After helping other couples plan their dream wedding, it was so fun to finally plan my own! After 1.5 years of planning, we were ready to...
A Fresh New Look for Melissa Alison Events - A Brand Refresh
Hey hey! It’s been quite a while since my last blog post, so I thought I’d give a little life update on what’s been going on. And going...
Pour Some Sugar on Me - Wedding Dessert Ideas and Inspiration
My sweet tooth is dreaming about desserts over here lately! The world of wedding desserts is a wonderful array of colours textures, and...
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