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Table of Contents

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The top ten wedding to-do’s ................................................ 4

Tips for trying on wedding gowns ...................................... 6

Top 5 Cranbrook & Kimberley photo locations ................. 8

Trends for the groom: tone-on-tone .................................. 10

One of the most unique hotels in Canada ........................ 11

Making it legal in British Columbia ................................ 12

Writing your own vows?.................................................... 13

Responsibilities vary for wedding party .......................... 14

Make local businesses part of your wedding ................... 16

Gift registry can help couples make a home .................... 16

Best Western offers grandeur and beauty ....................... 17

Top 5 Elk Valley photo locations ...................................... 18

2013 Wedding cake trends ................................................ 20

A picture-perfect romance ................................................ 21

Flowers: a key element of a beautiful wedding ............... 22

What is Fernie Wedding Central ...................................... 23

Top 5 Golden photo locations ............................................ 24

Find a bridesmaid’s gown they all will love ..................... 24

Custom music for your special day .................................. 25

Kimberley Alpine Resort................................................... 26

What not to serve at a wedding ........................................ 26

Panorama Weddings ......................................................... 27

You deserve a Spa 901 experience in Fernie .................... 28

Fernie Alpine Resort ......................................................... 29

Windermere Creek is a unique honeymoon hideout ....... 30

Top 5 Columbia Valley photo locations ............................ 31

Makeup � t for a star ......................................................... 32

A bun, a braid, or curls? How to choose your style .......... 32

Inspiring approach to wedding photography ................... 34

Where wedding dreams come true ................................... 35

Get your guests involved .................................................. 36

What to do with kids ......................................................... 36

Kicking Horse Resort ........................................................ 37

Wedding guest attire - what to wear ................................ 37

Plan ahead for a stress-free honeymoon trip ................... 38

Top 5 Creston Valley photo locations ............................... 39

Wedding service directory ................................................. 40

Wedding budget planner ................................................... 41

Wedding check list ............................................................ 42

East Kootenay

Kootenay Advertiser, 250-489-3455Darcy Wiebe, [email protected]

Creston Valley Advance, 250-428-2266Lorne Eckersley, [email protected]

The Free Press (Elk Valley), 250-423-4666Dave Hamilton, [email protected]

The Golden Star, 250-344-5251Michele LaPointe, [email protected]

Publisher: DAVE HAMILTON

Cover Photo: Kyle Hamilton

Contributing photographers – Kyle Hamilton, Isaac Hockley, Krevan Photography, Matt Kuhn, Mike McPhee, Peter Moynes Kerilyn Pitaoulis, Chris Pullen

35,000 free copies distributed to homes and commercial locations across the East Kootenay including over 100 locations across southern Alberta. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited. The publisher is not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts or photographs.January 2013.

Art Director: Bonny McLardy

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And while we’re talking weddings, here are a few other tips to keep in mind:

* Avoid giving important jobs to the parents of the bride and groom — unless they really want to be involved that way. Instead, let them enjoy being with the guests.

* If you intend to create a gift list, be sure to put it on the Internet so that it will be easily accessible to everyone.

* Take photographs of your hair and makeup test runs so you can choose the perfect combination when you’re well rested. Prepare a make-up kit for any touch-up jobs on your big day.

* Leave a guest book at the entrance of the reception hall. It’s a great souvenir to keep, along with your photo album.

* Leave a disposable camera on every table so that guests can record magical moments during the reception.

The top ten wedding to-do’s

He has fi nally proposed? Then your top priority is to tell everyone the good news! Once your initial excitement has

calmed down a touch, though, you’ll have to take time to do some serious thinking. There are so many details to plan, a budget to draw up, and deadlines to be met: it seems so overwhelming. If you are fi nding it hard to get some traction and launch your wedding planning, here are ten tips to give you some direction and help you get moving.

Establish your budget per guest. In fact, this is the perfect time to draw up your guest list.

Order your invitations, being careful to include your names, the date, time, and place of the wedding and reception, as well as the date by which you need to

receive replies. Being clear about this will help you save a lot of precious time and money. Be sure to include stamped, addressed envelopes if you can.

Book the reception hall. The reception hall is often one of the biggest expenses, so be sure to reserve one as quickly as possible. If you want to keep expenses

down, think about holding the reception at a family home or in a garden.

Choose a caterer. Creating a good atmosphere is just as important as choosing a caterer, although you don’t want to skimp on food either. To cut

costs, consider serving fewer courses, with a focus on excellent quality instead of quantity.

Make up or order wedding favours for your guests. These are put with their place setting or offered at the end of the reception. Let your imagination run

wild: you could offer small homemade soaps, candles, local produce in mini format, bath pearls, or small boxes of candies. It can also be fun to have a “retro” favour, such as a pack of matches with the bride and groom’s names embossed on the matchbook cover.

Shop for a wedding gown. Give yourself enough time to fi nd a wedding gown that really suits your personality. It is also possible to rent a dress for the

occasion, much as your beloved can buy or rent his tuxedo.

Book your hair, make-up, esthetician, and manicure appointments several weeks before the wedding. If possible, plan a test run.

Write wedding vows. Put all your heart into writing down the vows that you would like to make during the marriage ceremony. If you plan to make a speech

at the reception, be sure to get that down in writing as well.

Plan the reception down to the last detail: create the atmosphere you like with suitable music, entertainment, and a décor that matches your personality.

(Don’t forget to decorate the bathrooms, a place everyone will see at some point!)

Organize your honeymoon so that you can celebrate your new life together.

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Tips for trying onWEDDING GOWNS

Thousands of different styles and models of wedding gowns are

available on the market, one more beautiful than the next. From white to cream, from long to short, and lace, pearls, and silks: there is certainly no lack of choice. But before you set out on a marathon tour of all the wedding dress boutiques, it is important to get to know your body type so that you can know what style of dress will best suit you. • Do you have an hourglass shape (shoulders and hips of equal width, with smaller waist)? You could treat yourself to a “mermaid” gown that accentuates your

curves. If you dream of a royal wedding, the princess dress is perfect for you, as is a two-piece dress with a bustier. In short, anything that fl atters the waistline will emphasize your feminine curves.• For apple or V-shaped fi gures (shoulders broa der than the hips), look more for an empire waist or A-line dress which will balance your proportions.• If your hips are wider than your shoulders, you have a pear or A-shaped fi gure. Look for an A-line style and avoid a straight or mermaid dress that draws eyes where you don’t want them to be.• When your shoulders, hips, and waist are all of a similar

width, you have a straight or I-shape. Avoid a straight dress, opting for an A-line or princess style or one with a bodice, which will create a more curved effect. • If you’re petite, look for a simple dress without too many frills. Belts should be avoided, as they will cut your silhouette in two where a lengthening effect would be more desirable.No matter what your body type, let your instincts guide you towards the dress of your dreams. Don’t hesitate to ask for a few extra adjustments so that you will feel completely comfortable in your gown.

There are certain tips that can make the experience go much more smoothly and potentially reduce the amount of time it may take to � nd the perfect gown.

Wear a supportive, well constructed strapless bra or corset in your correct size. If you will be wearing a petticoat, also have the right size available.Go without face makeup when trying on gowns so they remain clean.Try to wear your hair similar to the style you have in mind for your wedding.Note that the size of the wedding gown you will wear is typically one to two sizes larger than your day-to-day clothes. Proper measurements can be matched to designers’ size charts.It’s best to limit the number of people with whom you shop to 1 or 2 trusted friends or family members. An entourage can be confusing.It’s always better to order a slightly larger gown and leave room for alterations.

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PHOTO: Submitted

1This step back into the past features

authentic buildings built before the turn of the 20th century, as well as all the shops and restaurants that made this a bustling town in the early 1900s. If you are planning a rustic

wedding, a picture taken in the back of a horse-drawn hay wagon will defi nitely

draw attention.

Fort SteeleHeritage Town

2What could be better than having a wedding completely surrounded by more than 45,000

blooms? The Cominco Gardens has been the spot for decades for couples to enter into matrimony in the middle of a sea of fl owers.

Cominco Gardens,Kimberley3This refurbished early 1900s

residential school now boasts a championship golf course, a casino and a four-and-a-half star resort that is showered in blossoms at the right time of year. There are plenty of picture opportunities throughout the grounds and surrounding area.

St. Eugene GolfResort & Casino 4

For the intrepid out there, this Forest covers more than 2,000 hectares, encompassing lakes, lookout points, grasslands and forests that seem to go forever. Take a trek up Viewpoint Trail for some astounding shots of East Kootenay Wilderness framed under the Canadian Rockies.

Cranbrook Community Forest5Located a short drive from

Cranbrook, the emerald-green waters of this

spectacular body of water is the perfect location for a non-

traditional wedding photos.

Lake Koocanusa

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Fort SteeleHeritage Town

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On the wedding day, it may be true that all eyes are on the bride, but a well-dressed groom will still be

appreciated. He is one of the main stars of this celebration, after all! A classy and unique suit is on the agenda; after those criteria, the groom should choose a suit he feels comfortable in, one that corresponds to his personal style and that is tailored to his body shape. For an impeccably fi tted suit, the groom should have a last fi tting, two or three weeks before the wedding.The fabric of the groom’s suit should be chosen according to the season and its overall style should match the tone of the wedding; a suit is perfect for an afternoon wedding, while a tuxedo is required for an evening event. When choosing a suit, think of it as an investment; it should signal sophistication and elegance rather than offi ce-job functionality.Once a suit has been chosen, the next

secret to a refi ned look lies in the tie. A contemporary fi nish requires a tone-on-tone tie that matches the colour of the shirt; it is a very attractive look, especially

if both are pale in colour. Pale tone-on-tone will brighten up the complexion and highlight the smile.

Trends for the groom: tone-on-tone

PHOTO: Kyle Hamilton

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Old growth Cedar forest, dramatic peaks and an unforgettable lake make this one of the most amazing places to tie the knot you will fi nd. Exchange wedding vows by the lake at the magical “I Do Point” with the Lizard Range of the Rocky Mountains as your backdrop. 7,000 acres of private land add to the magical atmosphere of this premiere wedding destination.The three lodges, The Red Eagle, Cedar and Tamarack are set above thepicturesque private mountain lake and sleep up to 48 guests in 26 rooms. The culinary team at Island Lake is also legendary with their work being documented in a cookbook. There are ample hiking trails, a full spa on site as well as world class mountain biking and fl y fi shing.For a truly memorable experience make Island Lake Lodge your wedding destination. For more information contact us atwww.islandlakelodge.com

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One of the most authentic and unique hotels in CanadaCelebrate your mountain wedding in thepristine alpine setting at Island Lake Lodge near Fernie B.C.

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Are you eligible tomarry in B.C.?• You do not have to be a British Columbia resident to be married in the province. However, you are required to get a marriage licence, which is valid for a term of three months and only valid in Brit-ish Columbia.• Anyone over 19 years of age is eligible to apply for a marriage licence in B.C. Anyone under 19 years of age must first obtain the consent of both parents. No one under 16 years can be married without the consent of the Supreme or County Court.If one or both individuals were recently divorced within the last 31 days, proof of divorce must be provided. No licence is issued until the courts finalize a divorce, normally 31 days after the divorce decree is issued by the Courts.Arrange theMarriage Ceremony• In British Columbia, couples can choose a religious or civil ceremony, which must be wit-nessed by two people.• To perform the religious ceremony, you can choose a religious representative who must be registered with the Vital Statistics Agency, under the Marriage Act.• If you plan to have a civil ceremony, contact and book a

marriage commissioner as soon as possible once you set your wedding date.Register the Marriage• The marriage commissioner or religious representative who will perform the wedding cer-emony will help complete the Marriage Registration Form. Within 48 hours of the wed-ding ceremony, the form will be sent to the Vital Statistics Agency, where the marriage will be registered and a legal record will be kept.Proof of Marriage• At the time of the ceremony, your marriage commissioner or religious representative may provide a statement of marriage, which can be used temporarily as proof of mar-riage. However, it is not a legal document.You will receive a legal Mar-riage Certificate from the Vital Statistics Agency after the registration of the marriage.Which name can I use?• After marriage, you can continue using or choose to use your own surname at any time. You also gain the right to use your spouse’s surname. This does not result in a legal change of name or any auto-matic change to your identifi-cation records.If you choose to use hyphen-ated surnames, a legal Change of Name is required.

Making it legalin British ColumbiaYour perfect day is planned... just don’t forgetto check it’s all legal!

Cranbrook marriage commissionersDonald Davidson, 250-489-5528, [email protected] Knudsen, 250-426-4422, [email protected] Dakin, 250-427-2552, [email protected]

Creston marriage commissionersBarbara Archibald, 250-428-7362, [email protected] Deatherage, 250-866-5723, [email protected] Epp, 250-426-3949, [email protected]

Elkford marriage commissionersFaye Sigurdson, 250-425-5741, [email protected]

Fernie marriage commissionersJennifer Cronin, 250-423-4337, [email protected] Liggett, 250-423-6132, [email protected] Takacs, 250-278-3463, [email protected] Ralfe, 250-423-6844

Golden marriage commissionersKimberly Ann Chapman, 250-343-6441, [email protected] Seward, 250-344-6483, [email protected] Ward, 250-344-5622, [email protected]

Invermere marriage commissionersAndrew Stuart-Hill, 250-342-0186, [email protected] Newill, 250-341-5192, [email protected] Dodds, 250-581-1425, [email protected]

Kimberley marriage commissionersHeather Darbyshire, 250-427-2057, [email protected] Rioux, 250-427-5255, [email protected]

Source: www.vs.gov.bc.ca

East Kootenay Marriage Commissioners

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Writingyour ownvows?

Don’t let your vows become a train wreck. Not to put

any pressure on you, but your vows should be chosen with care. Don’t leave writing your vows until the day before the wedding - start early, this cannot be stressed enough.

• Jot down your feelings• Read inspirational writings• Keep it simple and concise• Set the tone - romantic,

humorous• Remember your audience• Time it right - aim for

about a minute• Read out loud to make

sure they sound right• Practice until you have

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You won’t make a mistake if you are speaking from the heart.

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PHOTO: Krevan Photography - Kimberley

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Being chosen as a best man or a maid of honour is a signifi cant and meaningful honour. Those roles

have evolved over the years, but these special participants must still perform some of the traditional duties of the past, including serving as the offi cial witnesses. The following is a rundown of the various duties bestowed on those chosen for these distinguished honours. Prior to the weddingBefore the wedding takes place, the maid of honour will closely assist the bride-to-be with many of the important decisions related to the look and the feel of the wedding. She typically accompanies the bride to dress shops to select gowns for the bride and bridesmaids. Much in the same manner, the best man will assist the groom-to-be with choosing tuxedoes or suits and also with coordinating with the ushers to ensure they know when to go for fi ttings.Traditionally the bride and her bridesmaids have taken on the majority of the wedding planning, so the maid of honour can expect to play a larger role than the best man. The maid of honour may be asked to delegate certain assignments, such as helping to fi nd wedding vendors or addressing invitations. She may go with the bride for makeup and hairstyle trials. Together with the bridesmaids, she will plan a bridal shower and a bachelorette party. She may select a wedding gift for the couple and present it on behalf of all the wedding attendants.

The best man will coordinate the bachelor party and may be asked to assist the groom in booking the honeymoon.Wedding dayOn the day of the wedding, the maid of honour and the best man will act as a support system for the bride and groom. The maid of honour will help the bride get dressed and help iron out any mini-emergencies that should crop up. The best man will help ensure all of the ushers are dressed and get the groom to the wedding on time.During the ceremony, the maid of honour will hold the bride’s bouquet while she participates in the wedding. The best man will keep the rings safe until they are needed. The maid of honour also will help

adjust the bride’s train and veil as she sits and stands during the ceremony. Both will sign the marriage certifi cate as witnesses.At the reception, the best man is expected to give a toast and the maid of honour may share some words as well.After the weddingThe best man will be in charge of returning the tuxedoes to the rental shop, if necessary. He also may drive the newly married couple to the airport or motel so they can begin their honeymoon.The maid of honour will assist the bride in changing out of her gown and into her travel clothes. Oftentimes the maid of honour takes the gown to the cleaners in the days following the ceremony so the dress can be preserved.

Responsibilities vary for wedding party participants

PHOTO: Kyle Hamilton

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Future brides and grooms don’t always realize just how much time they will have to devote to organizing their

wedding. From the moment your engagement is announced, many hours will be spent making innumerable decisions and countless appointments. But don’t worry: you can save an amazing amount of time by dealing with local businesses.Why not combine practicality with pleasure by focusing locally when preparing your wedding. Everyone would agree that organizing a wedding isn’t an easy thing to do, and so it can be very reassuring to be able to count on people that you’ve known all of your life, or almost, to make a success of this important event. Just think for a moment about all the steps involved: choosing the location of the wedding and reception, shopping for wedding bands, the gown, selecting a photographer, making up the guest list, having invitations and thank-you cards printed, planning the menu, decorating the reception hall, finding a DJ, selecting a cake, ordering flowers and favours. The list is long and the job, huge.By choosing to buy local, not only will you avoid wasting a great deal of time driving long distances but you will also have the pleasure of involving people in your community, those who are a part of your neighbourhood and local economy. Your florist, caterer, jeweller, and all those other business people will be eager partners in making your wedding the best party of your life.

Make local businessesa part of your wedding day

While many once popular wedding traditions might have fallen by the

wayside, many others have withstood the test of time. One tradition that has endured is the wedding registry, which is designed to help wedding guests find the right gift for the couple of honour.A marriage doesn’t just bring together two people in love, it also serves as the catalyst for merging their worlds into one.For couples who may have had homes separately from one another before getting married, they may be bringing along housewares, furniture and other décor. This could mean it’s time to rethink what should be included in their home together.Today registries are an invaluable part of the wedding process, and one eagerly anticipated by couples. Registries needn’t be limited to just one type of retail outlet. In fact, couples can help guests out by registering with multiple merchants. Doing so gives guests more options.The bridal registry will take the guesswork out of wedding gifts, if it’s used correctly by the couple and their guests.Here are some guidelines for using registries successfully:• Registering for wedding gifts

should be one of the first tasks you tackle when you get engaged. Friends and relatives will be looking to buy wedding gifts as soon as he pops the question. Really! Take the guesswork out of gift buying by making sure they know what you want.• Give yourselves plenty of time to select what you like. These are important decisions, and you should think them over. Hitting the stores together is essential. After all, the gifts are for both of you.• Register in a variety of price ranges. Include high-priced gifts for guests who can afford them and less expensive gifts for shower guests and guests on limited budgets.• Use your imagination. China, crystal, silver, linen and housewares are classic wedding gifts- and perennial favourites with brides and grooms- but consider registering other items as well.• Don’t overlap. Register each item in one store only. Otherwise, you may get frazzled keeping track of gifts that have and haven’t been purchased or end up with duplicates.• Keep a running gift list. Make a note of each item you receive, who sent it and any thoughts that come to mind when you unwrap it on a master note pad. This will make writing thank-you notes easier.

Gift registry can help couples make a home

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the heart of the East Kootenay region and set against the rugged Rocky Mountains.Ideally positioned, the hotel sits at the east end of Fernie, walking distance from restaurants, golf, retail shops, the Elk River and historic downtown Fernie.Enjoy the grandeur and beauty of the hotel lobby, featuring a huge fl agstone fi replace that disappears into a timber-framed vaulted ceiling.Choose from 95 luxurious guest rooms with a selection of room types including one-bedroom suites, executive suites and deluxe suites.On-site amenities include an

indoor swimming pool and hot tub, change rooms, fi tness facility, outdoor hot tub and massage therapy.

Whether you’re hungry for pizza, a light lunch or have to catch the game on TV, Boston Pizza has the menu to satisfy.

Fernie Mountain Spirits offers a unique selection of beer, wine and spirits.Invite up to 180 people to share in your special day when you book the Grand Ballroom and let our chef create art and memories with the food.Our full service catering department and guest services team will ensure your event is a success.The Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge offers room discounts for wedding parties and can help you plan your event.Gracious service and attention to detail are standards you can depend on.Call 250-423-5500 or email [email protected] for more information.

Best Western off ers grandeur and beauty

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ValleyElk 1It doesn’t get much more beautiful than this. Island Lake has the perfect backdrop of the

stunning Lizard Range, and the perfect setting by the lake for those wedding photos.

Island Lake Lodge,Fernie

2 Come and enjoy the tranquility of Baynes Lake. Surrounded by mountains, the lake is situated in a very open valley, giving warm summer nights and amazing sunsets to enjoy. The ultimate water cottage country photo location.

Baynes Lake 3A popular spot for those wedding photos, and

for good reason. Stunning views and great facilities means you can get all kinds of shots

from wild scenic pictures to cozycampfi re romance.

Mountain ShadowsCampground, Sparwood

4Elkford Community Centre 5 The manicured greens and mountain backdropat this golf course provide a spectacular setting for your

photos. The clubhouse is also a venue with a view where guests can sit out on the deck overlooking the mountains,

sipping champagne before dinner.

Fernie Golf & Country Club

Deerly Beloved, We Are Gathered Here... Come say “I do” in Nature’s Cathedral elkford.ca

A Special location for your Special Day…the new Elkford Community Conference Centre*Celebrate in natural beauty *Beautiful reception hall and banquet rooms*Warm and welcoming facility for intimate gatherings or up to 400 people*Winner of design and innovation awards *State of the art media and sound system

Contact us at 250.865.4010 or [email protected] to arrange your perfect day.

This impressive new centre combines modernarchitecture with natural materials to create apicture perfect contemporary indoor venuefor a wedding. The 1,800-square-metre building features a commercial kitchen, banquet hall with a stage, multi-purpose meeting rooms as well as historical displays. The building has been widely recognized for its innovative use of wood products and eco-friendly design.PHOTO: Mike McPhee

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2013

VINTAGEPaying homage to era’s past, wedding cakes will be showing muted colours, ruffles and lace. Lace on wedding cakes will dominate 2013 styles as embellishments, edging and overall icing design.

Mimicking bridal dresses including corsets, ruffles and lace details, will also be very popular and will be seen

accented with jewels and bling!

MINTMint green made a start in 2012, and it’s popularity will continue

to grow in 2013. Cupcakes and cakes coloured mint, with matching elaborations will be popular on cake tables this year. Pairing the colour

mint with the flavour, chocolate cakes filled with mint buttercream will create the perfect match.

EXTRAVAGANT FLAVOURSPairing sweet and salty flavours together, such as peanut butter and chocolate are breaking the traditional vanilla. Salted caramel filling and buttercream is very popular and pairs well with both chocolate and vanilla. How does bacon sound in your cake? For a groom’s cake, it is becoming very popular, showing appreciation to the men in the reception. Looking for something lighter? Try lemon lavender . . . lemon buttercream paired with lavender buttercream. PATTERNSPatterns such as chevrons, stripes, and circles will be a popular 2013 style. Bold, clean patterns with bright accents, flowers and ribbons will compliment basic white coverings, and standout as serious statement pieces.

TALL TIERSCakes in 2013 will be tall . . . the taller the better! Tall tiers (six inches in height) with multiple tiers (four and five levels) will create cakes that will dwarf cakes of years past. These prominent tiers will create a memorable site for all to see.

The New Year brings about a change from 2012 Wedding Cake trends (elegant, classic, and bold) to brand new 2013 trends! When it comes to

organizing a wedding, choosing the cake for the special day can be one of the most exciting planning events!

For more information on cake design and a free consultation, contact JJ’s Custom Cakery, located in Cranbrook and serving the Kootenay’s! http://jjscustomcakery.com

Wedding Cake Trends

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FORT STEELE HERITAGE TOWN

www.FortSteele.ca | 250.417.6000

Picture your wedding at Historic Fort Steele. Surrounded with beauty, a pioneering spirit and Victorian tradition, Fort Steele is the perfect place to celebrate new beginnings together. We will accommodate a wedding of 2 to 300 people! We have something for every budget.

Call Shauna Beaulac our wedding co-ordinator at 250-420-7158.

Kyle and wife Rebecca met two years ago trekking

in Nepal, raising money for the Nepal Schools Trust, a UK based charity.Kyle says the pair hit it off right away, and Rebecca, who is from Norwich in England, visited Kyle in Fernie two months later.After she went back to the UK, the couple had to rely on Skype and Facebook to carry on their relationship, which soon became annoying. Kyle fi nally made the trip out to see Rebecca and then they

decided to bite the bullet.“One of us had to make the move if it was going to work,” said Kyle. “I had my house and business here in Fernie so she packed up and moved to Fernie.”The next summer the couple were driving back from visiting Kyle’s parents in Saskatchewan, when Kyle popped the question.“Rebecca had lots of photos of gravel roads, so I stopped the car and set up my camera on a timer to take a photo of us in the

middle of a gravel road. Then I proposed, and it was all caught on camera.”Just 28 days later, in August 2012, the couple married at Island Lake Lodge, just outside Fernie, with just their parents present.“We kept it small, just the six of us. It was hard for her whole family to come out from the UK and get the time off work,” said Kyle. “So we got married, had dinner off the menu, and then the next day I got up and shot a wedding!”

A picture-perfect romanceWhen Fernie photographer Kyle Hamilton decided to tiethe knot, the one thing he knew he wanted to get rightwas the photos.

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In many people’s minds, a successful wedding event often rests on the choice

of fl owers. The most beautiful of Mother Nature’s offerings, they are essential for setting the tone of the day. The trend in 2013 is towards smaller bouquets and less imposing fl oral centrepieces on the tables.Vases are appearing in all shapes, sizes, and materials: ceramic, zinc, glass, and stoneware, for example. Two timeless favourites, the rose and the orchid, adapt perfectly to all these different vases. Just imagine the elegant yet contemporary look these fl owers have when arranged in a huge glass vase on a guest-book table or beside an altar.

The trend in bouquets is turning towards natural simplicity rather than extravagance. White, cream, and ivory fl owers form the base, with lots of greenery to set them off. Branches and leaves matched to different types of fl owers are used to top off a glorious monochrome bouquet.Regardless of the colours, tradition still rules the size of a bouquet. Choose a simple bouquet if your outfi t is fairly ornate. If your gown is simple, exoticism and creativity can run wild. Round bouquets go well with

tapered dresses, and cascading bouquets are perfect for gowns with trains.Lastly, one small hint to help you avoid a truly outdated

effect: don’t try to match the colour of the fl owers with the groom’s outfi t or with the bridesmaid’s dresses.

Flowers: a key element of a beautiful wedding

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Planning Your Perfect Wedding

www.fernieweddingcentral.com571 2nd Avenue, Fernieemail: [email protected]

“The East Kootenays only FREE bridal Resource Lounge”

FWC is a complimentary wedding resource studio conveniently located in downtown Fernie. We are a hip, comfortable lounge atmosphere fi lled with information from an array of wedding professionals serving the East Kootenay. Brides, grooms, planners, family

and friends can relax in our stress free environment while perusing displays, brochures, business cards, reception sites and albums all in the comfort of our lounge.FWC is the resource centre for brides to gather inspiration and information, and meet with the area’s top wedding vendors.With Fernie’s largest selection

of bridal books and the latest wedding magazines, Fernie Wedding Central is the perfect place to browse traditions and trends and gather inspiration for their big day!We want brides to have a place to come and get inspired; and to have endless wedding resources at their fi ngertips. Searching for vendors, venues and ideas on the internet can be overwhelming. With thousands of web entries, it’s hard to know which results are relevant. All the resources in our lounge are local and relevant - and a bride can feel secure knowing that the

vendors she meets through FWC are all known and trusted businesses.Instead of searching for hours on the internet for caterers, emailing each one and requesting menus, waiting for them to respond - we want a bride or groom to be able to come into FWC, pick up the caterer binder and have it all in front of them.FWC is committed to providing brides with expert advice and guidance. There is never a cost to brides for this service and never any obligation to use any of the in house vendors.

About UsWhat is Fernie Wedding Central

Fernie Wedding Central (FWC) is the East Kootenay fi rst and only bridal lounge.

What is Fernie Wedding Central

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Top5LOCATIONSPHOTOGolden 1

Golden Golf Course

2This is Golden’s premier ride as Mount 7 features one incredible climb, stunning views, and descent options that will blow your mind.

At the top there are rewarding views of the Rockies, Purcells and Columbia Wetlands.

Mount 7

3It is a smooth ride up a gondola where weddingceremonies happen on a regular basis. Photos fromthe top will have a view unlike any other withmountain ranges in the background in every direction and a beautiful summit.

Top of Gondola at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

5

The Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge has become a haven for wedding day photography in Golden. Spanning the

Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge

river of the same name at 46 meters (151 feet) across, it’s the longest freestanding timber frame

bridge in Canada.

For the adventurous, the Kicking Horse River fl ows right through Golden. When the water is low you can go out on sand bars or wade in a 4Kicking Horse River

little for photos in the river right in the heart of town.

There is something special about the Golden Golf Club and it draws our guests to return again and again. There is a spectacular background of the Rocky Mountains and the vibrant waters of

the Columbia River Valley. You’re close enough to nature to watch ospreys and eagles spiral overhead. The course also has a spectacular creek for photo opportunities.

Find a gownthey all will love

Size mattersThe body shapes and sizes of the women in your bridal party will be different, and this should be kept in mind when selecting a gown style and cut. There are certain dress shapes that are universally fl attering, such as A-line. Try to avoid gowns that are extremely form-fi tting, as only a few of the bridesmaids may be able to pull off this look successfully. The remainder could be left feeling self-conscious and uncomfortable. Plus, form-fi tting clothing will be restrictive and can be diffi cult to move around in -- particularly considering the gown will be worn for an entire day.Flattering ColourAs a bride you may have a colourscape in your mind for the wedding. But what looks good in table linens and

fl owers is not always the right choice for clothing. Take the skin tones and hair colours of your bridesmaids into consideration before choosing a dress. Green- and yellow-hued dresses may not look nice on women with olive skin tones, while very pale colours may wash out women with fair skin. Those with dark skin may need a brighter-coloured dress.Price TagIt is an honour to be asked to be part of a bridal party, but that honour can be very expensive. The bridesmaids are expected to pay for their wardrobe, hair styling, and makeup, as well as parties and gifts for the happy couple. As a courtesy to the women who already will be investing a considerable amount to be a part of your wedding, make every effort to select a gown that is affordable.

A little patience can help a bride-to-be select bridesmaids gowns that are fl attering to all the members of her bridal party.

PHOTO: Kyle Hamilton

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Custom music for your special day Mike Pecora took a passion

for music and spun it into a thriving business which

takes him to weddings all over the Kootenay region of British Columbia as part of Elite Sound and Light.Known as DJ SlickMick when he plays music, Pecora started DJing at parties and celebrations at the age of 13.“A good friend of mine who lived in Golden was doing something similar to what I was doing. He was my sister’s boyfriend at the time and I was the irritating little brother who would hang out and fl ash his lights for him,” he said. When the friend moved out of town, Pecora borrowed $1,500 from his parents and bought himself two cassette decks, amplifi ers and speakers.“I rented a hall one weekend here in town and held my very fi rst teen dance. I was only 13 and haven’t looked back since.”On the night of his fi rst show, he paid back his parents the money he had borrowed from them and was hooked on the job. Over the years, Pecora has worked house parties, local bars, and then started doing weddings. “I have built up my system to where I am now rolling to big shows with two trailers to haul all of my gear that could be needed,” he said. “’I can do anything’

applies because I have done everything. I have literally done it all because I have been doing this for so long,” he said. “Right from a basic system with a rental P.A. system, to doing karaoke and videos. I can support a wedding by rolling in with a portable stage. The band shows up and I set them up while playing music in between their sets.”Pecora added that if people want to have a vinyl theme to the wedding he can spin records if it is requested, or he can do

everything through digital music as well.As for why he enjoys the wedding side of his business, Pecora explained that the days are always fun, and you just never know what you are going to be asked to do.“Weddings are fun. Everyone is in a good mood and everybody looks good. It is positive from the start of the day,” he said. “Whatever comes into their minds I am willing to build packages with them.”He explained that he has played music in chain mail for a wedding as he was fi ne with it. “It was a challenge because it was heavy but it looked good for the setting.”Pecora is also a well-known local singer, and has even been asked to perform songs at weddings in the past.“I sang the bride and groom’s song at a wedding last summer. They had been married in Vegas and had the party in Golden. I came out for the fi rst song and sang them an Elvis

tune in full costume.”Pecora said he does everything he can to make every wedding a unique experience, and wants to add a different atmosphere to the weddings.For anyone who would like to learn more about the Elite Sound and Light you can go to the company’s Facebook page to see photos from previous events orwww.elitesoundandlight.ca.

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Couples often fret over what to serve their guests at the reception, and rightfully so. Reception costs can comprise a majority of the wedding-day budget. You want to ensure you’re getting what you paid for and that guests enjoy what they’re eating.Filet mignon may be a good choice, but steak tartare is probably best avoided. Find out which foods to avoid serving your wedding guests.* Exotic cuisine: You may be a risk taker when it comes to cuisine, but others may not share your zeal for exotic foods. Now is not the time to

introduce guests to the wild and wacky. If you’ve seen an exotic dish on the Food Network or the Travel Channel, give it a try another time.* Anything on fi re: Why risk an accident for a spectacle? Baked alaska, cherries jubilee, apples fl ambe ... these are foods that might provide a show, but the cost of that show may not be worth it in the end.* Raw food: Clams on the halfshell or sushi-grade tuna may seem like good ideas, but keep in mind that it is hard to ensure quality when feeding 200 people at the same time. Foods that require special refrigeration or immediate service for freshness are best left for other occasions. Don’t risk food poisoning on a room full of people unless you want your wedding to be remembered for stomach

cramps.* A long, sit-down meal: Two or three courses is fi ne, but if guests have to sit through a never-ending parade of courses, that limits their ability to mingle and have a good time. * Anything too elaborate: The faster servers can get food out to guests the better. If they have to sit there piping mashed potato roses on dishes or assemble intricate canapes, the delay might not be worth the presentation. And remember, the more bells and whistles, the higher the price tag.* No food at all: Whether your wedding is small or grand in scale, guests will expect some sort of food. Be sure to have some butler-passed hors d’oeuvres or some well-placed pickings for guests to grab while mingling.

WHATNOT TOSERVE AT AWEDDING

PHOTO: Kyle Hamilton

Plan your dream mountain wedding with Kimberley Alpine Resort and the

Trickle Creek Lodge. Imagine whisking your entire wedding party and guests up the Express chairlift to the top of the North Star Mountain for the ultimate wedding ceremony. Say your vows under the historic Maverick T-bar arch. Built in 1958, it was considered the longest T-bar in North America, and creates the perfect romantic and unique setting. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountain Range and say ‘I do’ at 6,500 feet above sea level.Spring, summer, fall, and winter weddings are welcome! Rustic and contemporary style reception options let you

choose how you want your wedding atmosphere to feel. Take the chairlift ride to the top and enjoy cocktail service in the historic and famous Kootenay Haus.Or, take your guests back down to the Main Plaza and enjoy classic resort décor with room for up to 200 people!The Stemwinder Bar and Grill features a full service bar, complete with heated outdoor seating and an expanded sundeck patio. It’s a great location option for buffet or plated receptions of up to 165 people. *receptions of up to 200 people.*Whether your event is a large wedding or an intimate gathering, Kimberley Alpine Resort is sure to offer a unique and authentic mountain

experience. For more information contact their Groups Coordinator at [email protected] or 250-427-6745.

For more information, please contact Wedding Coordinator Jill Bellm at:250-427-6745 [email protected]

Kimberley Alpine Resort

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Robert Hellyer • 250.341.3051 • [email protected]

The wedding season spans the full year with the ever-changing

stately views from the resort. The meticulously kept fairways of Greywolf Golf Course offset by majestic mountain views offers a truly breathtaking backdrop for that extra special summer wedding. In the fall visitors are awestruck by the beauty of transitioning colours of the tamarack trees on the surrounding slopes. The warmer weather of spring brings about a bouquet of new foliage and inspires the feeling of new life. The elegance of winter with the purity of the

snow-covered mountains and village at Panorama is almost fairytale like.Weddings at Panorama are a celebration for family and friends. They are about slowing down and enjoying a different pace of life while creating lasting memories of the special day. The resort offers several ceremony sites with stunning vistas and has a selection of various sized venues available for receptions. The resort’s experienced catering and wedding planning team are a cut above and truly care about making weddings memorable. They will take care of

everything from your rehearsal dinner to post wedding brunches and everything in-between. With a wide variety of reception areas and accommodation options, Panorama is the perfect match to a range of budgets ensuring wedding dreams come true while staying within resources.The resort also offers an assortment of exciting outdoor activities within walking distance for wedding parties and their guests. In the summer season, take a walk along the paved Valley Trail, speed to Paradise Basin on an ATV,

play tennis or book a round of golf at the award winning Greywolf Golf Course. In the winter, ski and snowboard, go snowmobiling or visit the Nordic Centre. There is something for everyone at Panorama making it an exceptional getaway for family and friends as they come to celebrate an elegant wedding in an authentic mountain setting.Please contact the Panorama catering department [email protected] panoramaresort.com/weddings

Panorama WeddingsLocated on the western edge of the Canadian Rockies, about a two hour drive west of Banff, through the picturesque Kootenay National Park is Panorama Mountain Village.

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For information contact us at 250.423.4466 ext. 288 or email [email protected]

For information contact us at 250.423.4466 ext. 288 For information contact us at 250.423.4466 ext. 288 For information contact us at 250.423.4466 ext. 288 For information contact us at 250.423.4466 ext. 288 For information contact us at 250.423.4466 ext. 288 For information contact us at 250.423.4466 ext. 288

The City of Fernie offers a variety of outdoor ceremony venues and indoor reception locations for your wedding

celebration. Leisure Services

No wedding is complete without a visit to Spa 901.

Located at 901 Fernie, the $30 million restoration of a 1908 schoolhouse in Fernie’s historic downtown, Spa 901 is a 6600 sq ft spa experience with no equal in the Kootenays. Spa 901 is the perfect place to create moments that will last a life time, while being pampered with your best friends before the wedding. Enjoy their professionally trained spa team, while they pamper and polish you so your natural beauty radiates and shines on your big day. Choose to schedule individual appointments or reserve the spa just for you

and your bridal party. The options are endless, we will exceed your expectations. Spa 901 is a boutique, privately owned spa that focuses on delivering the experience of luxury while creating moments for friends, family and loved ones that will last a life-time. With richly appointed reception and dressing areas, beautifully outfi tted treatment rooms, and relaxing fi reside lounges, your bridal party will have a memorable experience that will mark this very special event. Spa 901 combines unique and traditional treatments including therapeutic massage in a variety of

styles, aesthetic services including skin treatments, anti-aging therapies, facials, pedicures, and manicures.Most treatments include complimentary use of outdoor hot plunge pool, fi reside lounges and detoxing infrared sauna. No appointments are necessary if guests just wish to enjoy the benefi ts of Spa 901 without booking treatments (access fee applicable). Make your wedding special with old school pampering from Spa 901 in the historic mountain resort town250-423-7722Fernie Central Reservations is now taking bookings for rentals at Fernie 901.1-800-622-5007

You deserve a Spa 901 experience in Fernie

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tel: 250 423 0904 / www.kylehamiltonphotography.com

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Look no further than Fernie Alpine Resort for the perfect place

to host your unique mountain wedding. From the Lost Boys Café, a spectacular mountain-top venue, to the world famous Griz Bar, the resort has all of the amenities you need to ensure your big day is an unforgettable celebration. For more intimate affairs, take a ride to the top of the Timber Express chairlift and experience the Lost Boys Café. The classic alpine-themed timber and stone building has enough seating for 50

guests, with additional seating available on the picturesque deck outside. Enjoy a full meal, or just a light snack, and experience spectacular views of the Elk Valley from the beautiful mountain-top café. If your guest list is on the larger side, host your reception in Kelsey’s Restaurant, located in the heart of the Resort Village. With seating for up to 200 guests, Kelsey’s follows the Village blueprint for décor - with a plethora of pine log work, etched glasswork, fi replaces and living room style seating. The menu offers

an extensive selection of international foods to satisfy a variety of tastes. And for the true ski buff, enjoy your special day at the Griz Bar, Fernie’s number 1 place for après ski since 1962. There are plenty of options for your ceremony and reception, and endless on-mountain accommodations for you and your guests to stay in. Guest

lodging and special wedding rate are available, and the resort’s professional staff will be there to help with the planning, every step of the way. For more information contact Fernie Alpine Resort’s Group Coordinator [email protected] 250-423-6644

Fernie Alpine ResortNo matter which amazing Fernie Alpine Resort venue you choose, you’ll be enjoying a truly authentic and rustic mountain atmosphere.

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After months of plan-ning, weeks of wor-rying and the big day

all but over, let the memories and tradition begin at Winder-mere Creek Bed & Breakfast Cabins, your unique mountain honeymoon hideout. In our 20 years of business, we’ve hosted hundreds of successful honeymoons. Our fi ve secluded and roman-tic log cabins are nestled at the foot of Mt. Swansea, in the beautiful Windermere Valley. On 107 forested acres, with creek side hammocks, picnic spots and hours of walking trails, your rest and relaxation begins in peace and tranquility. Enjoy the 15 golf courses within a 30 minute drive, four hot springs, both commercial

and undeveloped, a warm lake for swimming and boating a fi ve minute drive away, and all the rest that the valley has to offer. Then, come “home”

and relax on the deck or in the double jacuzzi tub in each cabin. A loft bedroom, kitchen, fi replace, HDTV with DVD player and wireless internet top

off the wonderful accommoda-tion. As proud as we are of the cabins, it’s the space that really sets us apart from the rest. With hundreds of feet between cabins, you’ll have your own acreage and a level of privacy unmatched in the Rockies. Ideally situated halfway between Fairmont Hot Springs and Radium Hot Springs, we’re 4 km off Highway 93/95, so it’s nice and quiet. Breakfast, of course, is included, served either buffet style in the main house, or brought to your cabin. Visit us at www.windermer-ecreek.com, take the tour and then call us at 1-800-946-3942 to book your perfect honey-moon getaway.

Did you know we offer a full

range of Wedding Accessories and

Supplies? Some notice is required so please visit or

call our store to arrange your order.

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Windermere Creek is a unique honeymoon hideout

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ValleyColumbia 1

This popular hiking and biking spot is on local photographer Bram Rossman’s bucket list. “It’s got awesome views,” he says. “It’s just a cool place.”

Atop Mount Swansea

2The year-round resort, provides an opportunity for some fun twists on the traditional wedding shoot.

Panorama Mountain Village3From heritage buildings in downtownInvermere to abandoned barns near Edgewaterand Fairmont, many valley heritage buildingsare suitable for great photos.

By the Barn

Invermere-area resort overlooking the Columbia Valley wetlands has a really good mix of rustic warmth and charm.

4Eagle Ranch 5

For the couple that isn’t afraid of heights, a quick ride in a helicopter

can provide a new, rarely seen venue.

Atop a Glacier

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A picture perfect wedding begins and ends with a clearly defi ned look and style. Everything,

from the décor to your makeup, can be orchestrated in detail so that your personal tastes and fl air are remembered by all your guests and in your photo album. Treating yourself to a professional makeup session will ensure that you shine just the way you want to on this beautiful day.Make an appointment with a professional cosmetician as early as possible and be sure to plan a trial session to avoid any disappointment the morning of your wedding. Before then, keep in mind the basic beauty secret for good skin: drink lots of water, gently exfoliate to get rid of dead skin, and moisturize the skin morning and night.If you prefer to do your own makeup, choose products that will last and are

water resistant. Opt for a foundation with a natural fi nish and add a light touch of matte powder that will keep the shine off your nose in photographs. Choose a na tural lipstick and a light touch of blush for your cheeks. The key to looking stunning and incandescent is in not overdoing it. Invest in a makeup setting spray that will help you avoid having to do touch-ups during the day.If one of your goals is to knock your bridegroom off his feet, you might want to indulge in the latest trend: false eyelashes. It is even possible to have professionally applied eyelash extensions! These will give you the look of a star, and all you’ll have to do is touch up with a bit of eye liner and a few brushes of a pearly eye shadow. With extensions, you’ll also be able to avoid those hideous mascara streaks when you shed a few tears of happiness.

Makeup fi t for a star Treat yourself to a complete professional makeup for a truly polished look.

A bun, a braid, or curls? How to choose your style

A bride’s hairstyle is essential to the look she wishes to create for her wedding day. Choosing

among this year’s trends is one way to fi nd the perfect style. The classic bun is a popular choice, especially because it fi ts with the retro chic trend. In 2013 we will see lots of elegant buns and twists, just like Audrey Hepburn wore. Brides with fi ne hair can opt for a cut and style, with a square cut or a plunging bob. If they want to keep their hair long, extensions are ideal for fi lling out some volume. Braids are also making a comeback, but, for a more natural look, they should be soft and loose, with a few locks fall-ing around the face to create a slightly tousled look. The shape of the face must be taken into consideration before creat-

ing a hairstyle with a part. If the bride has a round face, a middle part will not be fl attering; inversely, thin, longer faces are particularly suited to a middle part.

Choose an accessory to add a more personal touch to a hairstyle. Tiaras or headbands are lovely; some wrap partially or completely around the head and come decorated with fl ower and leaf pat-terns, curves, arabesques, pearls, or Swarovski crystals. Such jewels are as perfect in loose hair as they are with loose braids or buns.

With the help of your hairdresser, you can create the hairstyle you’ve always dreamed of. Be sure to make an appoint-ment well ahead of your wedding day for a consultation.

A bun, curls, or a loose braid?

Choose a hairstyle that complements

your gown and the shape of your face.

PHOTO: Kyle Hamilton

PHOTO: Chris Pullen, Cranbrook Photo

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Isaac’s inspiring approach to wedding photography will ensure your special moments are digitally captured

forever. Both personable and creative Isaac works along side the bridal couple to ensure their personalities are evident in the photos.Based in Cranbrook, B.C. Isaac shoots weddings in the Kootenays however, he has travelled to Egypt, New Zealand, Belize, Las Vegas, Mexico and across Canada shooting over 150 weddings. Isaac provides a variety of unique packages for couples that are both affordable and fl exible.Please feel free to check out Isaac’s website at www.isaachockley.com or even just drop him line on his personal number 250-421-4935.

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Romantic and intimate, a fairy tale Rocky Mountain wedding

is a surprisingly affordable reality at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.Celebrate your love, at the Resorts new outdoor wedding ceremony site, surrounded by friends and family with stunning panoramic mountain views on the grounds of the historic hot springs.Choose breathtaking photography locations, from rugged mountain ranges and natural river settings, to manicured grounds and rustic pioneer-era buildings.Cherish your emotional fi rst dance on an outdoor deck, high on the slopes of the Rockies surrounded by soaring majestic

peaks and sweeping panoramic views. The private mountain chalet offers a dramatic and exclusive venue for weddings.Savour superb cuisine created for you by the Resort’s Executive Chef. Pamper yourself with sensuous

treatments at the full service day spa. Unwind and enjoy a mountain playground, where you and your guests can experience three golf courses, outdoor adventure activities and the soothing natural mineral hot springs.

And at the end of your dream day, slip away to your complimentary honeymoon suite in the historic mountain lodge – it’s the Resort’s special wedding gift to you.Not a single detail escapes the attention of their wedding experts. Since the spectacular scenery is taken care of by Mother Nature, let the professionals look after the guest room bookings, banquetarrangements and all the important details.Accommodating any budget, an authentic, once-in-a-lifetime mountain wedding awaits at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.Call Fairmont Hot Springs Resort today at1-800-663-4979, or email [email protected]

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Located 7 km south of Fairmont Hot Springs on Columbia Lake Road

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• 7 cabins to house your guests (one deluxe with jet tub to pamper the bride)

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• Views of Columbia Lake• Spectacular spots for wedding

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What makes a wedding memorable and special is the people. The bride and groom, and the

wedding party of course, but it’s being surrounded by close friends and family that will make the day perfect. But being a wedding guest can sometimes be a bit unexciting. For that empty time between the ceremony and reception, guests are often left to fend for themselves. This can lead to having too many drinks during cocktail hour, or even worse, boredom!Make the effort to give the people who mean enough to you to score an invite to the big event something to do during those inevitable lulls in the action. In the East Kootenay, the beautiful views provided by the great outdoors can often be incorporated into a wedding-goer activity. Send your guests on a quick and scenic walk – keep in mind their wedding attire won’t likely accommodate more than a stroll. Set up stations through trees or a fi eld where they can answer fun trivia questions about the bride and groom. Send them out with a map, and be sure to include a few fun party favours to help inspire them. Compile all of the guests’ answer cards towards the end of the night for a great guest prize, or simply read out the answers for fun.

Get your guests involvedBeat wedding-goer boredom blues with post-ceremony and pre-reception activities.

OTHER FUN WAYS TO INVOLVE YOUR GUESTS:

• Why not use a Wishing Tree? These are a great idea and a fun add-on or alternative to a guest book. You can make them from twigs which are arranged in clear vases, perhaps spray them gold or silver, or the colour of your wedding theme. Use lovely luggage labels printed with wishes that your guests can write their own special wish for you and then tie them to the tree. If you’re not feeling creative or crafty, your fl orist can easily create one for you.

• If your location offers up plenty of outdoor open space, take advantage of it and set up some outdoor activities for your guests. Traditional backyard games like croquet, bocce ball, and horseshoes are fun for everyone and involve minimal set-up.

• Photo booths are gaining more and more popularity at weddings and give guests a chance to ham it up for the camera. You can bring in a real photo booth, or keep it simple and have your photographer shoot against a neutral background. Be sure to bring in lots of props for your guests to dress up in and have fun with. These goofy snapshots can make for great casual and candid memories of your night, and the prints can be great additions to thank-you cards.

What to doWITHKIDS*Hire a Professional Why not entertain the tots with a

professional performer? Consider hiring a clown and/or face painter.

*Set Up an Activity Area For an active group of little

ones, consider creating an area for activities like ping-pong, air hockey, basketball, hula hoops or jump ropes.

*Create a Craft Area Turn one room into an arts-and-

crafts centre. Have a colouring contest, with prizes for the most

colourful drawings. Supply beads for necklaces they can take home.

*Build a Sandbox Build a huge sandbox - you provide

the sand, the buckets, shovels and sifters. They supply the fun!

*Run Them Ragged Set up races. Hire a babysitter to

run the games. Old-fashioned three-legged race, a one-foot hop, pass the egg-on-the-spoon relay. Be sure to have prizes on hand and make sure that everyone is a winner.

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Wedding guest attire - what to wear

However, it isn’t always easy to make the right choice for

these occasions, especially because of the great variety of styles that blur the boundaries between casual and formal.For women, there is one golden rule to follow: never wear a white dress. The bride should be the only person to dress in this colour; for someo ne else to wear it would show very poor manners, as if they were trying to steal the show. Provocative styles, such as very short, tight dresses with plun ging necklines, should also

be avoided. Dresses made of a silky fabric are classics, and a light woven wool is alright, but avoid knits and worn loo king fabrics. Long dresses are not obligatory, but hemlines should never go too high — a dress cut just above the knee is the most appropriate choice.For men, a long-sleeved shirt tucked inside the pants with a belt and a tie is a basic courtesy. Smart pants in a dark colour complete the outfi t. Wearing a sports jacket or suit jacket will depend on the type of wedding you’ve been invi ted to. The important thing

For an important event such as a wedding, it is absolutely essential to dress in an appropriate manner and appear well-groomed.

is to forgo casual clothing and bright colours, like those fl ashy Hawaiian shirts, unless specifi ed!

Usually there are hints that will offer you ideas about the formality of the wedding.

• Look at the invitation.Typically the invitation will set the tone of the wedding.

• Consider the location of the ceremony and reception.Chances are if the couple is being married on the beach they won’t expect women to wear an evening gown or gents to wear tails.

• Take your cues from the bride and her wedding party.If you’ve heard that the bride will be wearing a cathedral-length veil and elaborate

wedding gown, chances are she’s going for formal.If you know the bridesmaids are wearing sarongs and fl ip fl ops, it’s probably a casual affair.

• Don’t be afraid to ask.Call the bride or groom, or their parents, and inquire as to what type of atmosphere it will be.

The following are not appropriate to wear to a wedding.• Black to a daytime wedding.• Any form of jeans.• Anything torn, dirty or ill-fi tting.

Don’t forget that this is the bride and groom’s day, not an occasion to try to stand out from the other guests.

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Say ‘I do’ on top of the world and choose a spectacular setting as the

backdrop for your unforgettable day. Kicking Horse Mountain Resort offers impressive views, exceptional service, gorgeous accommodations, and world-class amenities. Whether you are planning a summer or winter wedding, hold a mountain-top ceremony at a one of a kind venue. Within minutes of stepping into the gondola, you are surrounded by the pristine wilderness of

six Canadian national parks. Hold your ceremony on the terrace of the Eagle’s Eye,

with views extending to the peaks of Banff, Jasper, Mount Revelstoke, Glacier, Kootenay, and the Yoho National Parks. Discover Canada’s most talked-about culinary experience at the Eagle’s Eye

Restaurant, the crown jewel of resort dining. At 7,700 feet above sea level, and with a full 360 degrees of majestic mountain views, the Eagle’s

Eye provides 5 star dining and the perfect setting for your grand event. Kicking Horse also offers the Whitetooth Grill as a reception location, where you and your guests can dine and dance the night away. Or, if you need a larger venue, opt for the Whitetooth Daylodge. Whatever you envision for your wedding, take a ride up

the Golden Eagle Express gondola and enjoy the top of Kicking Horse Resort. You’ll cherish your mountain-top wedding photos and amazing memories for a lifetime. For more information contact Kicking Horse Resort’s wedding sales department at [email protected] or 250-439-5547.

Kicking Horse Resort

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort off ers impressive

views, exceptional service, gorgeous accommodations, and world-class

amenities.

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Sandals Resorts are the most romantic places on earth. So

whether you’re getting married at one of their all-inclusive Caribbean resorts, renewing your vows or going on your honeymoon, Sandals is the perfect place to do it. Best of all, your Caribbean honeymoon begins the moment you say, “I do.”A Sandals all-inclusive destination wedding takes the worry out of planning, giving you more time to enjoy the moment. Best of all, your Beautiful Beginnings wedding theme is FREE!No other resorts in the world are so completely dedicated to couples in love.That’s why a Sandals Caribbean honeymoon is the kind of honeymoon you dream about.Whether your marriage is fresh in your mind or is an ageless passion that has stood the test of time, Sandals makes it easy for you to do it all over again.To book your Sandals Honeymoon contact Mountain High Travel and Tours in Fernie, your honeymoon specialists.

After months ofplanning the wedding ceremony and reception and paying attention to numerous details, newlyweds deservea relaxing, stress-free, romantic fi rst-timetrip as husbandand wife.

When deciding upon a honeymoon destination, pick a

location that both of you will enjoy visiting.If you have a wide range of interests, choose a spot that offers a variety of activities to appeal to you both.Meet with a travel agent to discuss possible locales that will suit your budget and tastes.Discuss a few alternative locations prior to seeing your travel agent so you’ll have a few options from which to choose.Your travel agent can give you some suggestions and offer ways to meet your budget and

Plan ahead for a stress-freehoneymoon trip

honeymoonSAVINGSTRATEGIES*Shop for all-inclusive

packages*Travel during offi ce season*Find a lesser-known

locale*Consider a shorter trip

plan for the season in which you will be travelling. According to most travel agents, Hawaii, the Poconos, Niagara Falls, the Caribbean Islands and Florida are among the most popular spots for honeymooners. Cruises of any type are also favourites.Wherever you choose to go, remember to relax, enjoy each other’s company and have fun.

PHOTO: Matt Kuhn

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Golden Star 250-344-5251 www.thegoldenstar.net

Invermere Valley Echo 250-342-9216 www.invermerevalleyecho.com

The Free Press (Elk Valley) 250-423-4666 www.thefreepress.ca

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SERVICEDIRECTORY

VENUESBest Western Fernie Mountain Lodge .......................................... Inside Back Cover250-423-5500 bestwesternfernie.comElkford Community Centre .................................................................................. 18250-865-4010 www.elkford.caFairmont Hot Springs Resort ............................................................................... 151-800-663-4979 www.fairmonthotsprings.comFernie Alpine Resort ............................................................................................ 19250-423-4655 www.skifernie.comFernie Community Centre.................................................................................... 28250-423-4466 www.fernie.ca Fort Steele Heritage Town ................................................................................... 21250-417-6000Hillside Lodge & Chalets ..................................................................................... 13250-344-7281 www.hillsidechalets.comInvermere and District Curling Centre ................................................................. 10250-342-3315 Island Lake Lodge ................................................................................. Back Cover1-888-422-8754 www.islandlakelodge.comKicking Horse Resort .......................................................................................... 33250-439-5425 www.kickinghorseresort.comKimberley Alpine Resort ........................................................................................ 9250-427-4881 www.skikimberley.comKimberley Cominco Gardens ................................................................................. 8250-427-5160Red Mountain ....................................................................................................... 51-877-969-7669 www.redresort.comModel A Inn ........................................................................................................ 12250-489-4600 www.facebook.com/model a innNipika Mountain Resort ..................................................................................... 311-877-647-4525 www.nipika.comPanorama Mountain Village ................................................................................ 271-800-663-2929 www.panoramaresort.comTimber Inn & Restaurant .................................................................................... 101-877-348 2228 www.timberinn.comTimbers Resort .................................................................................................... 351-877-345-6636 www.timbersresort.comACCOMMODATIONBest Western Fernie Mountain Lodge .......................................... Inside Back Cover250-423-5500 bestwesternfernie.comFairmont Hot Springs Resort ............................................................................... 151-800-663-4979 www.fairmonthotsprings.comFernie Bed and Breakfast Association ................................................................. 22www.fernielodging.comHillside Lodge & Chalets ..................................................................................... 13250-344-7281 www.hillsidechalets.comIsland Lake Lodge ................................................................................. Back Cover1-888-422-8754 www.islandlakelodge.comModel A Inn ........................................................................................................ 12250-489-4600 www.facebook.com/model a inn Timber Inn & Restaurant .................................................................................... 101-877-348 2228 www.timberinn.comTimbers Resort .................................................................................................... 351-877-345-6636 www.timbersresort.comWindermere Creek Bed & Breakfast Cabins ........................................................ 301-800-946-3942 www.windermerecreek.comWEDDING PLANNINGBanffBride.com ..................................................................................................... 71-800-531-9996 www.banffbride.comFernie Wedding Central ....................................................................................... 23www.fernieweddingcentral.comWink Wink Weddings and Special Events ............................................................ 35250-354-7291 www.winkwinkevents.comPHOTOGRAPHYCranbrook Photo and Studio ............................................................................... 13250-489-5336 www.cranbrookphoto.com Frida Vicklund Photography ................................................................................ 35250-427-8794 www.fridavicklund.comIsaac Hockley Wedding Photography .................................................................... 2250-421-4935 www.isaachockley.com Kyle Hamilton Photography................................................................................. 29250-423-0904 www.kylehamiltonphotography.comMatt Kuhn Photography ........................................................................................ 6www.mkuhnphoto.comMUSIC, DJ’S, ENTERTAINMENTElite Sound and Light Entertainment................................................................... 25250-344-5324 www.elitesoundandlight.ca

MUSIC, DJ’S, ENTERTAINMENTLily the DJ............................................................................................................ 16250-421-3298Rays Music ......................................................................................................... 381-866-665-0211 www.raysmusic.caBEAUTY AND JEWELLERYBare Hands Day Spa ............................................................................................ 39250-347-2121 www.barehandsdayspa.caJewels on Ninth .................................................................................................. 34250-489-5773 www.jewelsonninth.com Mirror Images .................................................................................................... 14250-423-7615New Energy Wellness Spa ................................................................................... 10250-417-0505 www.newenergywellness.caSole to Soul Esthetic Studio................................................................................. 22250-427-3268Spa 901 ............................................................................................................... 281-800-622-5007 www.spa901.caTony Mulder Jewellery......................................................................................... 29250-428-9300CAKES AND DELICATESCanada Safeway ................................................................................................. 17250-426-7419JJ’s Custom Cakery ............................................................................................. 211-778-517-1415 www.jjscustomcakery.comSweet Gestures Chocolate Shoppe ...................................................................... 16250-417-3199CATERING AND FOOD SERVICESCanada Safeway ................................................................................................. 17250-426-7419Great Canadian Liquor Warehouse...................................................................... 11250-426-2338Rick’s Fine Meats & Sausage ............................................................................... 35250-426-7770Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory ..................................................................... 11250-423-2680 [email protected] Gestures Chocolate Shoppe ...................................................................... 16250-417-3199FLOWERSCanada Safeway Floral Shop ............................................................................... 17250-426-7419 www.safewayflowers.comThe Flower Pot ...................................................................................................... 4250-426-6006 [email protected], STATIONARY, ANNOUNCEMENTSCreston Valley Advance ....................................................................................... 39250-428-2266 www.crestonvalleyadvance.caFree Press - Fernie (Elk Valley) ............................................................................. 39250-423-4666 www.thefreepress.caGreat Canadian Dollar Store (Columbia Valley) .................................................. 30250-341-7773Golden Star ......................................................................................................... 39250-344-5251 www.thegoldenstar.netInvermere Valley Echo (Columbia Valley) ............................................................ 39250-342-4666 www.invermerevalleyecho.comKootenay Advertiser ............................................................................................ 39250-489-3455 www.kootenayadvertiser.comTRAVEL AGENCIESMaritime Travel .................................................................................................. 25250-489-4788 www.maritimetravel.caMountain High Travel and Tours ......................................................................... 381-877-448-7285 www.mountainhightravel.comTier One Travel .................................................................................................... 171-403-562-2208 [email protected] World LTD. Ensemble Travel ...................................................................... 34250-342-6978 www.tvlworld.ensembletravel.comRENTALSL.G. Wedding Rentals .......................................................................................... 14250-421-2637 [email protected] MB7 Tent & Party Rentals ................................................................................... 12250-347-9238 www.tentandpartyrentals.caPatti’s Party Tent Rentals ....................................................................................... 4250-423-7057 www.pattispartytentrental.caSandor Rental Equipment Ltd. ............................................................................... 81-800-561-5254 www.sandorrentals.com

HELPFUL WEDDING LINKS & RESOURCES

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BUDGETPLANNER

Bridal Gown & Alterations

Headpiece & Veil

Bride/Groom Accessories

Hair/Make-up

Grooms Tuxedo

Brides Rings

Grooms Rings

Photography

Videography

Ceremony Muscians

Reception Entertainment

Wedding Cake

Favours/Candles

BUDGETING ACTUAL ESTIMATED

Cermony Decorations

Reception Decorations

Ceremony Officiant

Rental Equipment/Lighting

Wedding Licence

Food/Beverage/Catering

Rehearsal Dinner

Venue Rental

Miscellaneous Fees

Transportation

Brides Attendants Gifts

Grooms Attendants Gifts

Honeymoon

BUDGETING ACTUAL ESTIMATED

Wedding Invitations

Response Cards

Thank You Cards

Napkins/Matchbooks

Announcements

Programs

Other:

Total Cost:

INVITATIONS Quantity Unit Cost Total Price

Bridal Bouquet

Floral Headpiece

Honour Attendant Bouquet

Bridesmaid Bouquet

Flower Girl Bouquet

Floral Headpieces

Boutonnieres

Corsages

Altar Pieces

Aisle & PewDecorations

Foliage

Rentals

Cake Top

Cake Table

Reception Centrepiece(s)

Rehearsal Dinner Centerpiece(s)

Other:

Total Cost:

FLOWERS Quantity Unit Cost Total Price

There’s no getting around the fact that weddings can be expensive. For many couples they’re the first of the largest expenses they will make together. It’s quite easy for individuals to go over budget on their wedding day if they do not carefully keep track of what has been spent on all the elements of the big day. Use this budget planner to keep all of the costs associated with the wedding in one easy-to-manage place.

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CHECKLIST

12 Months to go❏ Announce engagement❏ Set a budget❏ Determine who will be paying for what❏ Decide what type of wedding:Style, size, location, time of day, etc.❏ Draft preliminary guest lists❏ Register for engagement gifts❏ Gather ideas for the ceremony and

reception❏ Order thank-you notes for engagement gifts

11 Months to go ❏ Interview and hire wedding planner❏ Plan engagement party❏ Begin dress research❏ Set a wedding date❏ Start ceremony and reception location

search❏ Create a wedding web site

10 Months to go ❏ Determine wedding’s color palette and

theme❏ Reserve a ceremony and reception site❏ Research marriage license ❏ Select the members of the bridal party❏ Reserve a block of rooms for out of town

guests

9 Months to go❏ Make bridal salon appointments❏ Try on wedding gowns❏ Schedule alterations to the wedding gown❏ Gather vendor referrals from friends and

relatives❏ Interview officiates❏ Order and mail save-the-date cards❏ Start meeting with vendors –

photographers, caterers, bakers, videographers, florists, bands & DJs

8 Months to go❏ Start a fitness/workout regime❏ Contact lighting and tent rental companies ❏ Delegate agreed responsibilities to the

groom

7 Months to go❏ Finalize wedding theme ❏ Research wedding customs and traditions

6 Months to go ❏ Book baker and decide on cake flavor,

design and style❏ Book caterer❏ Book florist and determine overall style

for personal flowers and ceremony and reception décor

❏ Book ceremony musicians and reception band or DJ

❏ Book photographer and videographer❏ Finalize guest list and mailing addresses

❏ Research invitation designs❏ Select an officiate and discuss ceremony

service❏ Order wedding dress and accessories❏ Book day of transportation for the bride,

groom and bridal party❏ Reserve a hotel room for the wedding night❏ Update passports, if necessary

5 Months to go ❏ Select bridesmaids’ attire and confirm that

each bridesmaid has ordered her dress❏ Select attire for the flower girl(s) and ring

bearer(s)❏ Provide bridal shower guest list to maid-

of-honor❏ Update registry lists for bridal shower❏ Research honeymoon destinations❏ Finalize invitation design and order

wedding invitations with extra envelops ❏ Test drive directions before printing

direction cards❏ Reserve rental items

4 Months to go❏ Book honeymoon❏ Meet with hair and makeup stylists to

discuss ideas❏ Create song play and do not playlists❏ Select first dance and other special dance

songs❏ Order wedding rings❏ Reserve tuxedos for groom, dads and

groomsmen❏ Draft wedding program information❏ Schedule wedding rehearsal with officiate

and bridal party

3 Months to go❏ Attend first dress fitting❏ Plan rehearsal dinner, book space and order

invitations❏ Order or make wedding favors❏ Purchase guest book for guest notes❏ Request time off from work for the

honeymoon❏ Finalize flower arrangements for ceremony,

reception and personal flowers❏ Order wedding programs

2 Months to go❏ Mail wedding invitations❏ Keep a record of RSVP cards received❏ Schedule a makeup and hair trial❏ Select gifts for attendants and parents❏ Attend bridal shower❏ Write and mail shower thank-you notes❏ Start drafting the wedding vows❏ Schedule a tasting with the caterer and

confirm reception menu❏ Send wedding announcement to local

newspaper

1 Months to go❏ Draft seating chart❏ Confirm that each bridesmaid has received

her dress❏ Review ceremony details with the officiate❏ Apply for a marriage license❏ Send photo shot list to photographer❏ Send the play list to band/DJ❏ Attend bachelor/bachelorette parties❏ Write your wedding speech/toast❏ Prepare bride and groom emergency kits❏ Start breaking in wedding day shoes❏ Attend a hair and makeup trial and

(take pictures)❏ Schedule a haircut appointment for the

groom ❏ Find something old, new, borrowed and

blue❏ Attend final dress fitting❏ Pick up the wedding rings❏ Send seating and place cards to

calligrapher

1 Week to go❏ Pick-up wedding dress ❏ Have groom and groomsmen pick-up their

tuxedos❏ Give the caterer final head count❏ Send reception location manager final

seating chart and drop off seating cards❏ Distribute wedding day timeline to vendors

and bridal party❏ Distribute contact list to vendors and bridal

party❏ Give ceremony and reception location

managers a vendor contact sheet❏ Confirm wedding day beauty appointments❏ Confirm wedding day details with all

vendors❏ Pack for honeymoon❏ Assign day-of responsibilities to attendants❏ Arrange for someone to send your wedding

dress to a preservationist❏ Arrange for someone to return your

groom’s tuxedo to the rental store

Day Before❏ Organize tipping envelopes❏ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner❏ Drop off ceremony accessories at

ceremony site❏ Give attendants and parents thank you gifts❏ Get a manicure and pedicure

After the Wedding❏ Mail thank you cards to guests ❏ Send thank you notes to vendors❏ Send change of address form to post office❏ Change bride’s last name on necessary

forms

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