Archives for February 2014

I’ve been a wedding photographer in Calgary for a number of years now and as you can imagine, I have amassed a lot of images of beautiful florals.  It got me wondering where some of the wedding floral traditions come from.    In Victorian times, the bride would toss her bouquet to a friend as she left the festivities.  Tradition held that catching the bouquet would ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to the recipient (via The Knot).  Now brides toss their bouquet over their shoulder and single friends try to catch it in the hope that they will be the next in line to marry (or not).

I’ve had the opportunity to work with many talented, floral designers here in Calgary and the surrounding area.  I thought I would take this opportunity to share some of my favourite blooms.  So in no particular order…

Janelle of Flowers by Janie, WE CONNECT Weddings + Events and myself collaborated on a photo shoot for The Calgary Bridal Guide.

 

Sarah of Sarah Mayerson Design is a floral genius and forward thinking in her creations.  We are both part of the wedding collective, A Spoonful of Vintage, and have worked together on multiple projects.

Sarah creates beautiful flowers crowns for brides and their maids.

 

Fleurish Flower Shop designed the striking bouquets and centrepieces for Krista & James’ Art Gallery of Calgary wedding.

John Freriksen from La Fleur Floral Boutique  was the mastermind behind the breathtaking arrangements at Katie & Chris’ Spruce Meadows Wedding.

 

Wedding Photographer in Calgary:  Tara Whittaker Photography

Maybe it’s because my sweet tooth wasn’t quite satisfied on Valentine’s Day, but as I scrolled through my archives recently, I noticed that I have quite the collection of wedding cake images.  I thought it would be fun to share 10 of my best wedding cakes.  Before I do that, here’s a little wedding cake trivia.  Did you know that dating as far back as the early 17th century, single girls would take home a slice of wedding cake and sleep with it under their pillows?  The superstition held that the cake would cause them to dream of their future spouses.   I’m just sayin’.

And so, in no particular order…

A Moroccan-themed, teal cake by Swirl Cakes.  You might remember it from this French Flea Market bridal shower.

A glamorous cake for spring by the outstanding pastry team at The Fairmont Palliser, from this pastel wedding shoot.

It’s no secret, I have a pastry crush on the people at Cakeworks.  I have photographed a number of Cakework’s creations over the years, including the coral confections at Reanna and Jordan’s Hotel Arts wedding.

At their Heritage Park wedding, Katherine Tyler had a cupcake tower and textured cake for cutting, by Crave.

If you’re looking for a wedding cake alternative, try a dessert buffet.  Sweet Treats provided all of the delights for this vintage wedding at the Delta Lodge at Kananaskis.

The pastry team at the Fairmont Banff Springs  hotel provided individual wedding cakes for each of the guests at Randy & Gabrielle’s elegant affair.

Judy Crowe from Cake Sensations created this modern and romantic cake for Katie & Chris’ Spruce Meadows Wedding.

Photographs of the best wedding cakes:  Tara Whittaker Photography

Fun wedding shoes:  Episode 51
Maybe it’s because I recently saw Saving Mr. Banks, but when I came across these brocade smoking flats, I immediately thought of a certain Nanny who drops in on Cherry Tree Lane, armed with an umbrella and carpet bag.  I think it’s the “carpet bag” that made the connection for me.  These would be adorable for a rehearsal dinner or when it’s time to kick off your heels.

Magical fun wedding shoes:  Nine West

I seem to have a wild imagination when it comes to shoes!!

Fun Wedding Shoes:  Episode 50.

Before you head off to enjoy the long weekend with your sweetie, here are some fun wedding shoes for Valentines Day.  See you again next week.

Fun wedding shoes for Valentines Day:  Nine West

Would you like to see some more fun wedding shoes?