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our blog we shares tips, tricks and inspiration for your wedding planning journey. We also share galleries of love stories we have been a part of

Couple at Three Bears Brewery

From the proper way to address invitations to navigating tricky seating arrangements, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to wedding protocol. To help with some of these common concerns, we’ve compiled a list of some common questions about wedding etiquette! Bringing a Plus One Whether you should bring a guest to a wedding […]

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Newlyweds kissing under an umbrella

This was probably the most emotional I’ve been at a wedding! Olivia and Kelly’s rainy day wedding at Camp Chief Hector had everyone reaching for the tissues. Despite the grey skies and rain, the couple embraced the weather, and celebrated each other in the most beautiful, sincere, and heartfelt ceremony. Olivia and Kelly chose this […]

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Modern love meets 70’s vintage funk! This retro inspired elopement designed by Melissa Alison Events and captured by Lily and Grey Photo Co., combined contemporary elements with vintage touches, at a fun new brewery venue in Calgary. The warm colour palette for this intimate wedding shoot was juxtaposed by the stunning monochromatic floral arrangement that […]

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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 has a mind of her own, and we need to be prepared to pivot to a contingency on short notice. Having a backup plan is a huge must […]

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At Melissa Alison Events we specialize in designing seamless, unforgettable weddings for couples who want to skip the stress and dive straight into the fun

Our team of wedding planners are problem solvers, decision makers, researchers and spreadsheet afficionados

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