Fall is in the Air - Darrin and Alex - September 2019

With a backdrop to die for and the most stunning flower designs by Always Sunny these two love birds tied the knot in front of their family and friends. Fun, laughter and some milkshakes with fries was how Darrin and Alex decided to
​spend their wedding day. 


Team Contributions Include:

Photographer - Sweet Currant Video and Photo
Planner and Stylist - Beyond the Decor
Venue - The Commons
Flowers - Always Sunny Designs
Rentals - Special Events 
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To the Moon and Back - James and Alicia - July 2019

Marking the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing, James and Alicia celebrated their wedding day surrounded by family and friends and their two special daughters. They wanted their wedding to include all of their favorite "date night" adventures from the yummy appetizer dinner to the phenomenal wedding band, the reception had all the feels of a cozy and fun night on the town
​with your best friend by your side!


Team Contributions Include:

Photographer - Anna Michalska 
Planner and Stylist - Beyond the Decor
Venue - Carriage House Inn Calgary
Photography location - Calgary Public library and King Eddie's

Tradition meets Modern - Alex and Jackie - July 2019


​Alex and Jackie honored their cultural heritage with traditional Chinese pre-wedding games for the groomsmen to buy passage for the groom to meet his bride. The fun and games were followed by a beautiful Chinese tea ceremony to welcome the new family, hosted by the brides mother and father. From there, the modern ceremony took place at the Calgary Zoo with dancing lions to swimming penguins and a magical butterfly garden.
This truly was a wedding all little girls dream about! 

Team Contributions Include:

Photographer - Photos by Adele
Second Photographer - Brendan Nogue Photography
Planner and Stylist - Beyond the Decor
Venue location - Calgary Zoo - Enmax Conservatory 
​Hair and Makeup - Stephanie Lam
DJ - 1st in Entertainment
Cake - Glamorgan Bakery
​Rentals - Chair Flair
Flowers - Flower Bar

A Perfect Fairytale - Aaron and Ramelle - June 2019


Happy endings do come true when you are marrying your best friend. Everything about Aaron and Ramelle's wedding day was a true reflection of who they are as a couple. The sunny outdoor location, the friends and family who gathered, the downtown gastropub reception and of course their dancing skills during the party.
It was a fairy tale come true for these two love birds!

Team Contributions Include:

Photographer - Lisa MacDougall Photography
Planner and Stylist - Beyond the Decor
Ceremony location - Confederation park
​Rentals - Special Events 
Reception Venue - Trolly 5

The Little Moments in Life - Style Shoot - February 2019


​The simple moments in life are what love is made of. On your wedding day be sure to take time for the little moments with one another as a couple. This style shoot showcases the happy couple enjoying these special times together
​and all the details in between!

​Team Contributions Include:

Photographer - Lisa MacDougall Photography
Planner and Stylist - Beyond the Decor
Second Shooter - Katrina Van Kamp Photography
Makeup - Hair & Makeup by Genevieve
Blankets - Heartprint Threads
Ring & Necklace - Austen Jewellers
Models - Autumn & Cory Parker
Dress - Cottonwood Bridal
Pottery - Pike Studios Pottery
Venue - Saskatoon Farm
Floral - Beautiful Blooms
Cake - Modern Bake
Hair - Estila Hair

Winter Wonderland - Mike and Christie - January 2019


​Romance and frost was in the air for these two on their beautiful wedding day! It might have been -27 outside but that didn't stop them from embracing their winter wonderland! The backdrop of the barn was the
perfect place to host this crisp winter wedding. 

​Team Contributions Include:

Planning and Design: Beyond the Decor
​Venue: Willow Lane Barn - Olds, Ab
Photography: Chic and Grace Photography

The Blossoms of Love - Sam and Alanna - September 2018

These two love birds had a stunning summer/fall wedding along the river. The pops of rose gold and navy created a beautiful backdrop for a fun and lively family celebration with unique touches like their whiskey and shot bar! 
​
Team Contributions Include:

Planning and Design: Beyond the Decor
​Venue: Westin Hotel - Downtown
Photography: Emily Exon Photography
Decor Rentals: Chair Flair
Flowers: Flower Art
Cake and Donuts: Pretty Sweet

From Two to One - Chris and Santhia - September 2018 


As two lives become one, a family celebrates the changing of the times. A beautiful fall like September wedding was the backdrop for this day. With laughter, tears and a grand celebration, Chris and Santhia were surrounded by love
​as they committed their lives to one another. 

​Team Contributions Include:

Planning and Design and Table Set Up: Beyond the Decor
​Venue: Sheraton Hotel - Downtown
Photography: Cameron May Photography
Decor Rentals and Backdrop: Chair Flair
Flowers: Midnapore Flower Shop
​Cake : Pretty Sweet

The Beauty of Friendship - Tyler and Miranda - August 2018

​This beautiful August wedding for Tyler and Miranda was picture perfect! These two have such a fun loving bond that made their entire day full of joy and laughter! A lot of time a effort was put into all the
details to make their wedding a true reflection of who they are as a couple. 
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Team Contributions Include:
This wedding was also featured in Confetti Wedding Magazine's Fall 2019 edition

Planning and Design: Beyond the Decor
Photography: Erin Shepley Photography
Make up: Citizen Salon
Floral: Costco
Make Up: Studio L-SuSu
Brides Dress: Blush and Raven
Music: Hype Calgary
Videographer: Alexander Documentarian
Venue: Meadow Muse Pavilion - Fish Creek Park
​Rentals: Great Events

Love is Patient, Love is Kind - Andrew and Raegan 
August 2018

The amazing wedding of Andrew and Raegan is truly one of marrying your best friend. ​7 years of a love story in the making and I was blessed to be a part of this amazing journey. These two love birds could not wait to be married. In fact they were wearing their wedding rings months before their big day! With their ever supportive family and friends by their side, they said their "I do's" 
to begin a lifetime of memories together.

Team Contributions Include:

Planning and Design and set up: Beyond the Decor
Photography: Lisa Macdougall Photography
Make up: True Blue Beauty
Venue: DeWinton Hall
Rentals: Special Events 

Two is Better than One - Style Shoot - April 2018


​The precious moments of getting ready before the ceremony with your sister as your maid of honor and your niece as your flower girl. Celebrating this time with some tea and treats before walking to the beautiful ceremony location.

Team Contributions Include:

Planning and Design: Beyond the Decor
Styling and Photography: MJay Photography
Models: Elyanor Pickersgill and Aphrodite
Cakes: Pretty Sweet
Hair and Make up: rjlashes
Flowers: Hen and Chicks
Dresses: Cameo and Cufflinks
Vintage Pieces: @quirkt_yyc
Jewelry and head pieces: Joanna Bisley Designs 

The Wonders of Love - Garrett and Summer - August 2017


​A beautiful and simple wedding at the Delta South Calgary hotel. From ceremony to reception love was in the air! Such wonderful moments shared by all as two best friends join their lives forever. 

Team Contributions Include:

Wedding Planning: Beyond the Decor
Photography: Remember When Photography
Venue: Delta South Calgary



The Love of Friendship - Rheal and Janani - May 2016

Where it all began. Friendship is one of the secrets to a successful marriage and Rheal and Janani have just that. This day was not only a celebration of their life commitment but a celebration of god's plan and divine leading in their lives. I supported and celebrated my best friend's wedding and where my passion for Beyond the Decor was birthed.
​For so many reasons, this wedding will always be my favorite and simply the best one ever!

Team Contributions Include:

Wedding Planning: Beyond the Decor
Photography: Parrish House Photography
Venue: Carriage House