Category Archives: Summer Showroom

Edmonton Planner of the Month – May

Planner of the Month

Meet Angela Contardi, the owner and director of Owl Event Company Inc. With an extensive background in business and event management, Angela understands what it takes to make an event great, either corporate or private social. Recognized as an International Wedding and Event Professional, she focuses on details, but it’s her plan development and timely execution that bring her clients’ vision to reality. Angela’s expertise and partnership with industry professionals provides her clients with fun, creative and polished events.

Planner of the Month

Planner of the Month

“My management ability propelled my corporate career and my creativity led me to event planning as I led many corporate events. Through these opportunities I discovered that I had a real ability to orchestrate a memorable and outstanding event. One of my favorite things about event planning is seeing the expression of “WOW!” on the faces of clients and guests as they experience the event. I love what I do.”

Planner of the Month

What’s Your Wedding Style? Modern Venue & Decor

Bold Minimalist Bride

Bold Minimalist Wedding Decor Inspiration

A bold minimalist bride seeks a venue where the architecture of the building does more for her décor plan than any supporting elements she brings into the space. Ever a proponent of clean lines, the Art Gallery of Alberta, Winspear Centre, and Holes Enjoy Centre top her list for wedding venues. Accenting the glass and steel framework of these locations, she uses crystal clear chiavari chairs to keep the décor clean while still visually stunning. The clarity of the chairs ensure her tables dressed in black and white formal stripe linen receive the full attention they deserve. Clear plexi pillars line her ceremony aisle and also act as display cases for her shallow table centerpieces running down the middle of long feast tables.

Emma Fortier

 

 

 

Urban Bride

Urban Wedding Inspiration

The urban bride seeks a unique and intimate space, offering unexpected interior construction and location. She chooses a downtown rooftop for her ceremony and uses the city skyline as a dramatic backdrop. For the reception, she opts for a venue with exposed beams, brick and pipes or a completely blank slate to build on with intentional lighting and projections, and – of course – room to dance. Latitude 53, the Yellowhead Brewery or TransAlta Arts Barns are her top choices. She brings in LED bars and furniture, gelato tables and scooper stools, and a strong sound system to ensure the party carries well into the wee hours of the morn.

Emma Fortier

 

 

 

Bold Minimalist Bride Photo Credits: Art Gallery Of Alberta, Jose DesignsBrooklyn Bride Online, Robert Ryan Catering & Wedding Bee

Urban Modern Bride Photo Credits: District Weddings, Event Rentals News, Hey Georgie & Shandro Photo

 

What’s Your Wedding Style? Eclectic Attire

Vibrant Eclectic
Vibrant Eclectic Attire
The vibrant personality of this eclectic bride shows in her style for her big day. Proof of this is in her old fashioned hair and her modern coloured dress. Letting each bridesmaid personality show with different style of dresses and shoes, even mixing prints and solids. Hand stitched hankies make a great gift that will wipe away the tears of joy.
Carolyn Dean
Earthy Eclectic
Earthy Eclectic Wedding Attire
This is where the earthy eclectic bride’s feminine side comes out, choosing a simple flowing dress with feathers or fresh water pearl accessories. She keeps it natural with hair and makeup and won’t forget her signature floral perfume. The groom is a masculine balance paring traditional trousers with a printed bow tie and suspenders.
Carolyn Dean

Vibrant Eclectic Photo Credit: Tiny WaterEtsy, Style Me Pretty, One To Wed & The Derniercri

Earthy Eclectic Photo Credit: Green Wedding Shoes, Ruffled, The Oceanside Bride & Tumblr

Summer Showroom Table: A Modern Elegance

Looking to add a touch of modern elegance to your wedding or next event? Our team at Event Planning Headquarters combined our elegant crystal chateau chairs and hanging glass bulbs with our modern blue mosaic overlay to achieve a modern yet elegant appearance.

Multiple hues of blue are incorporated into this tablescape with the assistance of a blue mosaic overlay draped over a turquoise majestic linen, then topped with custom favour boxes. The favour boxes were custom designed to reflect the multiple hues of the overlay. The colour Purple is integrated into the décor with flower heads placed in clear glass bulbs floating above the table and purple floating candles for contrast.

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Looking for a wedding planner to help you create the wedding of your dreams? Contact Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals, to set up your one on one consultation today. www.epheadquarters.com

A Peaceful Lavender Tablescape

By combining white and lavender with soft hints of silver in the place settings of this table our team at Event Planning Headquarters created a tranquil atmosphere. Creating a table that would be great for any baby shower or for a bride who wants to achieve a soft and fresh quality to her reception.

White ostrich feathers rest in a white eiffel tower vase, which sits upon a round mirror that creates the perfect backdrop to reflect the flickering of the candlelight. A white capri overlay adds a romantic feel with its soft white swirl pattern and white satin ribbon trim.  This table is set against a white voile backdrop with beaded curtains that reflect the natural light for a beautiful display.

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Victorian Elegance

Love to be daring and want to make a statement at your upcoming wedding? Our team at Event Planning Headquarters took one of our most desired linens, the rosette tablecloth in black, and created a bold setting fit for any statement bride.

The black rosette tablecloth is full of texture and emanates a Victorian elegance. A mixture of mirrors, vases, candleholders and wired display items create this dramatic centrepiece. Cream Hydrangea frames adorn this aubergine satin backdrop to create a subtle contrast against the rich dark tones of the tablescape.

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A Modern Terrarium

Terrariums are a hot new trend for centerpieces this year and we are loving it! Our team at Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals, embraced this new trend and created a modern terrarium tablescape in our showroom.

Black chiavari chairs add a sharp crisp feel against the neutral tones of the ironwood nova linen and silver pintuck runner, on the table. Additional colour is introduced into this table setting with the rose gold mercury votive holders and the rich green of the succulents.

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Are you a fan of the terrarium centerpiece or succulent trend?

Looking for a wedding planner to help you create the wedding of your dreams? Contact Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals, to set up your one on one consultation today. www.epheadquarters.com

D.I.Y. Terrarium

A Modern Terrarium

You will need the following items:

  • Small rocks or pebbles
  • Moss
  • Succulents
  • Clear glass vases

Step 1: Add a generous layer of small rocks at the bottom of your glass vase. Create a thin layer if your vase is small and a larger layer if you have a larger vase.

Step 2: Place a thin layer of moss on top of the rocks.

Step 3: Arrange the succulents on top of the moss until you are happy with its appearance.

Step 4: Set your now completed terrarium centrepiece on your table and enjoy!

 

A Pinch of Peach

This tablescape was created by our team at Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals, it has been designed to encompass the bright and fresh feeling of summer. Peach trees are used as the backdrop and to add texture, they also provide the perfect setting to hang small birdhouses. The peach trees, table florals, birch candleholder and limewash chiavari’s create an atmosphere fit for two love birds.

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A Country Escape

Using earth tones our team at Event Planning Headquarters, a subdivision of Special Event Rentals, created this refined country setting. This tablescape achieves the perfect atmosphere for every girl who is looking to add a taste of the country and elegance into her next event.

Mahogany chiavari chairs are paired with a spruce organza chair tie, which adds an air of elegance and complements the table setting. Hydrangeas are placed within the antiqued lantern to assist in keeping the country characteristic against the elegant paradise gold dinnerware and glass pearl charger plates.

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Are you a fan of the popular country charm décor trend?

A Toile Attraction

Our team at Special Event Rentals chose this toile linen for its French country charm and timeless attraction. Pairing this charming linen with a vintage lantern, pillar candles, platinum rimmed dinnerware, organza favour bags and a statement gold chiavari chair creates the perfect atmosphere for hosting a classic bridal shower. Set this tablescape in your backyard with bright flowers and lush trees to enhance the table’s charm.

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Will your bridal shower be a themed inspired celebration?