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Our Favourite Bridal Images

11 November 2018 / Features

We’ve seen our share of beautiful brides over the years, and we are so lucky to be able to work with the most amazing wedding photographers in Winnipeg to capture these stunning brides.

Here are some of our favourite bridal images.

This shot of Samara by Sugar and Soul Photography is breathtaking with the prairie sky and fields in the background. To see more of this gorgeous outdoor wedding click here.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Sugar and Soul Photography | Bouquet by Earth Buds

Photographer Peggy from Winnipeg Wedding Photographers Collective captured the beautiful Rebecca perfectly against the Winnipeg sky. Check out their wedding at The Forks here.

Photo by Winnipeg Wedding Photographers Collective | Bouquet by Randall Klaprat

This entire vintage look gives me all the heart eyes! Kayleigh looked gorgeous on her wedding day and Megan Steen captured every gorgeous detail. See this Willow Grove Orchard wedding here.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Megan Steen Photography | Bouquet by The Floral Fixx

I love when photographers use natural elements to get the perfect shot. This image of Jessica at Fort Whyte Alive is stunning! See more beautiful images here.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Victoria Anne Photography

This is another example of a photographer using natural elements – and the way Ally Papko used the branches to frame Jess perfectly in this shot is so gorgeous. See more of this Ashgrove Acres wedding here.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Ally Papko Photography | Flowers by Timeless Florals

Courtney was such a gorgeous bride, it was hard to pick just one photo of her that I love. See more of this beauty and her wedding at The Rustic Wedding Barn here.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Billy Economou Photography | Flowers by Fache Florals

Another beautiful bride and another amazing photographer. Stephanie made Izabela Rachwal’s job very easy I am sure. Check out this awesome wedding at Camp Manitou here.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Izabela Rachwal Photography | Bouquet by Oak & Lily

I love this shot of bride Amber at her wedding in Clear Lake. Beautiful! Click here to see more of this Canada Day lake wedding.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Sugar and Soul Photography

Beautiful Alex – not only a gorgeous bride but an awesome Winnipeg wedding photographer herself (Xandra Photography). Her bud Kassandra Donaldson captured this stunning image! See more here.

winnipeg wedding photographer Photo by Kassandra Donaldson | Flower Crown by Fache Florals

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Radisson Hotel Wedding Sneak Peek

3 November 2018 / Real Weddings

Kelly and Cole were married at the Radisson Hotel last month, and I really can’t say enough about how awesome it was to work with these two amazing people!

We work so hard to make every couple’s wedding day as spectacular as possible, and when they are over the moon happy and go out of their way to send us a thank-you message, it makes all of the hard work worth it.

“I need to text you! Firstly, I owe my life to you. Thank you so much. Today is my first day back to work and the whole office is raving about the day. You made it perfect for us. Thank you so much for everything. And for everything you did that I don’t even know about!” ~Kelly

Check out a sneak peek of this amazing day by visiting the blog post from their fab photographer Michael Scorr Photography.

Full post of photos coming to the blog soon!

Have an amazing weekend everyone!

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Ashgrove Acres Wedding – Jess & Eric

28 October 2018 / Real Weddings

We always love working with Ashgrove Acres – such a beautiful country wedding venue. So we were thrilled when Jess and Eric chose it to tie the knot.

Everything about this wedding was F-U-N. From the bride’s green sneakers to the lawn games at cocktail hour, Jess and Eric wanted to have a day that truly reflected their style and showed their guests a great time – mission accomplished I’d say!

I adored the colour palette that Jess chose. Deep green, black and white with natural touches. The natural green grounds of Ashgrove Acres provided the perfect backdrop! It was really the perfect venue for this awesome couple.

Congrats to Jess and Eric and big thanks to all the vendors that made it such an amazing day for them both.

Vendors:

Photographer Ally Papko Photography
Venue Ashgrove Acres
Caterer King Cole Catering
Flowers Timeless Florals
Linens Madeline’s Weddings
Cake Rhonda Boileau
Band Uncle Buck Band
Officiant Marla Merasty
Hair Kristine Carino
Makeup Feana Hanin
Cocktail Hour Games All Fun and Games
Photo Booth Signature Photo Magnet
Nacho Bar Set The Bar

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Sneak Peek – Greenhouse Wedding

20 October 2018 / Real Weddings

A few weeks ago we got to spend a chilly Saturday with two of the most awesome people! Chad and Alex were married at an AMAZING location – Grö Greenhouse. Such a unique venue!

Check out these sneak peeks from their ah-mazing photographer Kassandra Donaldson and stay tuned to see the rest of the images from this gorgeous wedding!

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The Gates on Roblin Wedding – Christina & Mark – Same Day Edit

15 October 2018 / Real Weddings

I just love when I come across beautiful goodies! While doing some internet surfing I found Christina and Mark’s same day edit at The Gates on Roblin. This gorgeous wedding is from a few years ago, but I still wanted to share it with everyone because it was such a fabulous day. Two amazing people, so in love. Enjoy!

Videography by Paperback Films

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Wedding at The Forks – Rebecca and Sean

8 October 2018 / Real Weddings

I love weddings at The Forks – the Oodena Circle is such a unique location for a wedding ceremony, and Inn at the Forks is a top notch wedding venue. With both locations being so close to one another, it’s the perfect one-stop local for a beautiful Winnipeg wedding.

I had the amazing pleasure of working with Rebecca and Sean to bring together their wedding at The Forks this summer. Not only are they super nice people, but they are so darn cute together! I was so happy to be a part of such an amazing day.

We also got to work with Peggy from Winnipeg Wedding Photographers Collective, which is always fun. Check out her amazing images below!

Vendors:

Photographer Winnipeg Wedding Photographers Collective
Ceremony Venue The Oodena Circle
Reception Venue Inn at the Forks
Flowers Randall Klaprat
Decor Dream Day Decor
Ceremony Chairs C & T Rentals
Ceremony Violinists Carolyn & Michael Scholz
Band The Solutions
Officiant Larry Ulrich
Desserts Tall Grass Prairie Bread Company
Hair Samantha James Hair Design
Makeup 2 Chicks and a Bag of Makeup

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Wedding Venue Spotlight – Bridges Golf Course

6 October 2018 / Features

Today on the blog I want to spotlight one of my favourite wedding venues, Bridges Golf Course.

This gem of a venue is located about half an hour west of Winnipeg, nestled in the community of Starbuck. With gorgeous sprawling grounds, a timber frame reception space, and the ideal location for an outdoor wedding ceremony, Bridges Golf Course has everything you need for your beautiful wedding day.

I am always impressed with their exceptional service, and how great it is working with everyone over at Bridges. They are always so helpful and make coordinating the wedding day a breeze!

Bridges has it all, including a gorgeous green space designed specifically for wedding ceremonies. It’s the perfect spot for you to say I Do in the outdoors, complete with a stone stage and a backdrop of towering trees.

bridges golf course Kamp Photography

bridges golf course Jeremy Hiebert Photography

bridges golf course Kamp Photography

bridges golf course BLF Studios

bridges golf course Kamp Photography

Not only are the sprawling grounds gorgeous (it is a golf course after all), but the iconic bridge is a must stop for wedding photos.

bridges golf course Jeremy Hiebert Photography

bridges golf course Kamp Photography

bridges golf course Jeremy Hiebert Photography

bridges golf course Kamp Photography

bridges golf course BLF Studios

And of course, there is the reception space – a beautiful timber frame room with wrought iron chandeliers and wall to wall windows that allow scenic views of the beautiful grounds.

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bridges golf course Jeremy Hiebert Photography

bridges golf course Kamp Photography

bridges golf course Jeremy Hiebert Photography

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Same Day Edit – Wajihah & Jason – Niverville Heritage Centre

19 September 2018 / Real Weddings

We had a FABULOUS weekend with Wajihah and Jason! Starting off at the Niverville Heritage Centre for the ceremony and finishing off at Whitetail Meadow for an amazing reception!

Check out their same day edit from Michael J. Scott Productions and keep checking back for more from this stunning wedding day!

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Willow Grove Orchard Wedding – Kayleigh & Brandon

10 September 2018 / Real Weddings

We had such an amazing summer here at Divine Weddings – so many awesome weddings and THE BEST clients!

Kayleigh and Brandon were no exception. These two lovebirds tied the knot back in July at Willow Grove Orchard in Argyle, Manitoba. The cutest little rustic piece of wedding goodness you have ever seen! Every inch of this space was perfect for Kayleigh and Brandon’s country wedding – from the rustic barn to the outdoor bar area – it’s filled with quaint country charm. Megan Steen Photography captured all the beautiful details perfectly!

These two are so in love – it was such a pleasure working with them to create this amazing day for them and their young son.

Congrats Kayleigh and Brandon, and big thanks to the vendors for making this day so freakin’ awesome!

Vendors:

Photographer Megan Steen Photography
Venue Willow Grove Orchard
Caterer All Seasons Catering
Flowers The Floral Fixx
Decor Planned Perfectly
Favours Folk + Fire
DJ Ricky Ramdath
Officiant Colleen Olafson
Hair & Makeup MADE Beauty Co.
Wedding Dress David’s Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses Revelry
Suits Moores Clothing

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Camp Manitou Wedding – Stephanie and Andrew

1 September 2018 / Real Weddings

Camp Manitou is a hidden gem in Winnipeg. Nestled in the trees alongside the Assiniboine River – the 28 acres of dreamy forest area was the perfect spot for Stephanie and Andrew to say I do!

And when I say dreamy, I mean DREAMY! The gorgeous outdoor ceremony was tucked away in the forest like something in a movie. Take a look for yourself – the images by Izabela Rachwal captured the pure magic of this amazing location.

The entire day was such a celebration and we were so happy to be a part of it. Congrats Stephanie and Andrew!

Vendors:

Photographer Izabela Rachwal Photography
Venue Camp Manitou
Caterer Blue Haze Barbeque
Flowers Oak & Lily
Decor Rentals C & T Event Rentals
Dishware Party Stuff
Lighting Eventlight.ca
Officiant Marry Me Hunnie
Ceremony Music Jamie Buckboro
Band The Pink Socks
Bartending On Tap Bartending
Hair Grace Hill Salon
Makeup JC Makeup Artistry & Inspired Touch Artistry

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Whitetail Meadow Sneak Peek

27 August 2018 / Real Weddings

We got to hang out at Whitetail Meadow in Niverville this past weekend with Renee and Carson for their stunning wedding! What an amazing day with some pretty amazing vendors!

Whitetail Meadow is such a stellar wedding venue! Looking forward to more weddings at this gorgeous place! Floral Fixx rocked the florals – those centrepieces! LOVE! Tanya Porcher created the most incredibly detailed cupcakes! And then Charmaine Mallari – photographer extraordinaire – sent me over these little sneak peek tidbits today that I just couldn’t wait to share with you all. Absolutely gorgeous images!

Thanks to all the vendors involved for giving Renee and Carson the best day ever! Keep checking back for the full feature of this breathtaking wedding.

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Fave Outdoor Winnipeg Wedding Photo Locations

21 August 2018 / Wedding Planning

While planning your wedding, you will eventually have to decide where to take your wedding photos. In a previous post, we talked about our favourite indoor wedding photo locations in Winnipeg – you can read it here. Today I am sharing my favourite outdoor wedding photo locations.

Winnipeg has so many beautiful outdoor spaces to take your wedding photos – here are my faves!

Stephen Juba Park

My absolute fave, Stephen Juba Park on the Waterfront right next to the Exchange District is the perfect spot for outdoor wedding photos in Winnipeg. The perfect spot for your first look photos and enough space to bring the entire wedding party, it’s green space makes it a gorgeous stop on your wedding photo list. Best of all…it’s free!

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Kamp Photography

Assiniboine Park

An iconic Winnipeg wedding photo location, Assiniboine Park has been a favourite for couples and wedding photographers for years! The floral gardens, sculpture garden, and Pavillion offer beautiful green space and variety for your outdoor wedding photos. Time slots for wedding photos have to be booked by contacting the park events office.

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Luckygirl Photography

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Kat Willson Photography

Millennium Library Fountain

Not a popular choice, but a fun stop if you are already downtown. Some nice green backdrop space and a misty fountain to cool you off if you are getting married on a hot summer day.

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Moore Photography

St. Vital Park

My ultimate fave for outdoor fall wedding photos. St. Vital Park, with tons of green space and beautiful ponds is an excellent choice for your outdoor wedding photos. The colours are absolutely stunning in the fall months!

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Moore Photography

St. Boniface Cathedral Basilica

Regal and elegant, the basilica at the St. Boniface Cathedral has the best of both worlds. Gorgeous green space with elegant stone walls and arches. Spots must be booked by contacting the church office.

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Sugar and Soul Photography

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Joel Ross Photography

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Nghia Tran Photography

The Exchange District

You can’t get married downtown without taking a spin through the Exchange District for some wedding photos. The rich character of the old buildings and industrial spaces creates a fun backdrop your wedding images. And the best part, take a break at the Kings Head Pub!

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Nghia Tran Photography

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Joel Ross Photography

outdoor wedding photos winnipeg Photo by Manuel Sousa Photography

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Tips for Beating The Heat on Your Wedding Day

12 August 2018 / Wedding Planning

The 2018 wedding season here in Manitoba has been one for the record books. Heat wave after heat wave has had me sweating through many weddings this summer. Even though you can’t avoid the heat completely on a wedding day, there are a few things you can do to stay cool and comfortable.

Here are my stay cool wedding tips for our hot hot hot Winnipeg summers.

Avoid the heat as much as possible.

The key to beating the heat on your wedding day is to avoid it as much as possible in the first place. Choose a venue for your ceremony and reception that are indoors and airconditioned. If you are having a tented wedding reception, ask the tent company about portable air conditioners and fans. They can help take the edge off of a hot day. When it comes to your wedding photos, have an indoor option booked like a studio or historic building to give everyone a break from the heat.

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Photo by Josh Dookhie Photography

Drink tons of water.

Hydrate. Hydrate. Hydrate. I can’t say this enough. You have to stay hydrated on these sweltering days (and no, champagne and beer are not the same, but nice try lol). Make sure to have plenty of water available for everyone in the wedding party. You don’t want anyone becoming dehydrated – headaches and dizziness are not welcome on a wedding day – not fun!

Choose the right clothing.

It’s impossible to avoid the heat entirely, but there are ways to make yourself more comfortable. Choose a wedding dress and bridesmaid dresses that are light and expose your shoulders and arms. Going sans suit jackets for the groom and groomsmen will also make a huge difference for the guys. No one wants to wear a jacket in this heat! Another tip is to have the guys get two shirts – this way if they sweat through their shirt they can change into a fresh one for the reception.

Keep your guests comfortable.

Your guest’s comfort should be your number one priority on your wedding day – especially if your wedding day lands in the middle of a heat wave. Providing hand fans, cool beverages, and keeping anything outdoors short and sweet will ensure your guests don’t melt in the hot sun.

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Photo by Kamp Photography

Sweat-proof your makeup.

Your make-up artist can sweatproof your makeup to ensure you and your girls stay fresh the entire day. Using a primer before application and applying facial mist throughout the day will keep your makeup from disappearing in heat and humidity. Ask your makeup artist for samples so that you can apply touchups throughout the day as needed.

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Willow Grove Orchard – Kayleigh & Brandon – Sneak Peek

10 August 2018 / Real Weddings

Kayleigh and Brandon were married at Willow Grove Orchard in Argyle, Manitoba and the lovely Megan of Megan Steen Photography sent us over a sneak peek!

You can’t beat a good old-fashioned country wedding complete with an outdoor dancefloor. What an amazing day!

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Crown Royal Event Sneak Peek

4 August 2018 / Events

We are very fortunate here at Divine Weddings to be able to plan Crown Royal’s bi-annual media tours. Twice a year, the folks at Crown Royal plan a two day extravaganza to wow media professionals and to immerse them in the full Crown Royal experience.

Every event includes a tour of the Crown Royal distillery in Gimli, Manitoba, followed by a dinner complete with craft cocktails. This year the event took place at Gimli Harbour – a beautiful summer evening beside the lake, complete with a bonfire and s’mores.

Day two had the guests enjoying dinner and drinks at Cibo Waterfront Cafe – such an amazing space for corporate events!

Pro images by BLF Studios are on their way but in the meantime, these sneak peeks from my iPhone will have to do 🙂

Night 1 – Gimli Harbour

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Night 2 – Cibo Waterfront Cafe

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Fave Indoor Winnipeg Wedding Photo Locations

21 July 2018 / Wedding Planning

There are so many great spots here in Winnipeg for wedding photos. Of course, you’ll want to have lots of photos in the beautiful outdoors, but you should always have a plan B in case of rain. It’s also nice to book an indoor location to get you and your wedding party out of the heat for a bit to chill out!

Here are our favourite indoor wedding photo locations in Winnipeg.

Aspire Studios

This is a must-have when it comes to indoor wedding locations in the city. Each studio has a different style and theme, plus they have the coolest retro sofas!

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by Carrie Ekosky Photography

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by Sugar and Soul Photography

Photo by Joel Ross Photography

Photo by Josh Dookhie Photography

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by Josh Dookhie Photography

The Hamilton Building

Classic and oh so romantic, the Hamilton Building on Main Street is the perfect spot for your first photos as husband and wife.

Photo by Joel Ross Photography

Photo by Nghia Tran Photography

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by Manuel F. Sousa Photography

The Hydro Building

Such a cool space, the Hydro Building on Portage Avenue is modern and elegant, plus it’s free to book!

Photo by A Marie Photography

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by Sugar and Soul Photography

Photo by Joel Ross Photography

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by Joel Ross Photography

The Millennium Centre

Who doesn’t love a bit of old-fashioned glamour on their wedding day? The Millennium Centre is the place to go if you are looking for a unique and elegant spot for your wedding photos.

Photo by BLF Studios

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by BLF Studios

Red River College

Always one of my first recommendations for the couple looking for something a little more modern and fun. Red River College on Princess Street is a great stop on your wedding day.

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by Sugar and Soul Photography

Photo by A Marie Photography

winnipeg indoor wedding photos Photo by A Marie Photography

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Our Favourite Wedding Sweet Tables

15 July 2018 / Features

We’ve seen plenty of sweet tables over the years here at Divine Weddings. There are so many talented bakeries in Winnipeg, and we are lucky enough to have sampled all of their sweets (tough job, but someone’s gotta do it).

I sifted through all of our wedding photos to find our favourite sweet tables. You can definitely add some personality to your sweet table and design something that fits the style and theme of your wedding. Have fun with it and get creative! I know designing a sweet table is one of my favourite parts of the design process. And the tastings are pretty fun too 🙂

This first one is from a wedding at Bridges Golf Course. The bride wanted something vintage with a garden feel to fit the theme of her wedding. She found this antique dresser and refinished it with a chalkboard instead of the mirror. Amazing DIY!

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Photo: Jeremy Hiebert Photography | Sweets: Sweet Impressions

This next one was super fun! A Canada Day wedding at Danceland in Clearlake – a rustic wedding cake and Canadiana inspired maple leaf, polar bear, and loon sugar cookies! So awesome!

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Photo: Sugar and Soul Photography | Sweets: High Tea Bakery

Pretty and vintage. This couple got married at The Gates on Roblin and wanted a very vintage reception. The sweet table mimicked the entire design, including a vintage desk, teacups and lace (and High Tea Bakery’s delicious imperial cookies).

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Photos: BLF Studios | Sweets: Cake-ology & HIgh Tea Bakery

You can’t have a wedding at the Rustic Wedding Barn in Steinbach and have an ordinary sweet table! This multi-tiered wooden cake stand was perfect for this barn wedding! And the single tier cake with the love birds is pretty cute too.

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Photos: Billy Economou Photography | Sweets: Nachelle’s Cakes

Elegant and chic – this couple tied in their sweet table perfectly for their wedding at The Fort Garry Hotel. Bold colours of red, black and white looked so chic when it was all brought together. And did I mention they had cheesecakes on a stick? #sweettablegoals

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Photos: Nghia Tran Photography | Sweets: High Tea Bakery

This sweet table will probably go down as one of my all time faves! Not only was it the perfect touch to this outdoor tent wedding in Lake of the Woods, Ontario, but it brought together candy and sweets with the perfect touch of boho. Sa-weet!

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Photos: Kamp Photography | Sweets: High Tea Bakery

A fortieth wedding anniversary is something to celebrate! I love the vintage touches and the gold and mint colour palette!

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Photos: Joel Ross Photography | Sweets: High Tea Bakery

Another gorgeous wedding at Bridges Golf Course! This groom was quite the outdoorsman, so a rustic wooden cake stand for their wedding cake and cupcakes was the perfect touch.