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Finding gifts for you best gal pal attendants isn’t usually a difficult task but finding the perfect something for that little gal that will be walking ahead of you down the aisle can be a little trickier.  Why not combine two of their favorite things…crayons and bling!  WE came across these crayon rings and are pretty sure that they will bring a twinkle into any little girls eye….

Crayon Rings [2009] $50
Timothy Liles
Crayons
1 1/8″ x 1″ x 1/2″
Set of eight rings, size 7 approx.

available HERE

While web hunting we came across one of the first looks at Vera Wangs 2010 wedding collection.  ALl we can say is wow…stunning.  I love the muted use of colour throughout the collection.  Thanks to Style Unveiled for the preview

Christian Lacroix design house has filed for bankruptcy protection in France.  Always known for innovative style and  luxury, Lacroix marketed to the discerning tastes of the extreme elite. Perhaps this is a fashionable sign that the consumer has finally fallen out of love with luxury. This unexpected fall of one of fashions most reveered design house is a clear indication that during these economic times, people are more concerned with saving dollars than splurging on a couture piece.

It is truly sad and I hope that the label is picked up by another company as it would be a shame to loose such an innovative designer.

We have seen the same here in the wedding market with gown boutiques closing and more and more couples opting for DIY options.  I think that a wedding is the one time that it is ok to splurge…within reason.  You are only doing this once right?  Our advice….pick the three most important elements of your big day and focus the majority of your buget there and utilize cost saving measures on the rest.  Where there is a will….there is a way and you too can have the wedding you’ve always dreamed of. You just have to put your thinking cap on.

The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa, Victoria

With the Olympics hitting Vancouver in February, securing a local venue to host your wedding in January, February or March, is going to be tricky to say the least.  To assist you in planning your day, we are always on the hunt for new and exciting venues to showcase,  but trying to find venues that offer unique services or stunning backdrops that have been relatively undiscovered can sometimes be a daunting task here in Vancouver.  A few weeks ago, I made the trip over to the fabulous Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa, Victoria on Vancouver Island and after the two day stay, it was clear that I need look no further.

The secluded, 5 Star, 4 Diamond, Bear Mountain Resort is nestled amongst picturesque Arbutus trees and sports scenic views from every direction.  Really, The Westin Bear Mountain offers everything that a couple could want, from a stunning outdoor ceremony location, wonderful food and  a beautiful ballroom to a world class spa for the ladies and two golf courses for the guys.  Add in the full service wedding packages that The Westin Bear Mountain offers, complete with in house floral, and you’ve got the components for a perfect wedding.

I met with on site wedding expert Helena Price over lunch to find out more about what The Westin Bear Mountain had to offer it’s couples and what really stood out is how much people here at Bear Mountain seem to love weddings.  She talked so passionately about past weddings and even more passionately about the extra care and attention everyone puts into ensuring that a couple’s  wedding is perfect from start to finish.  It was inspiring to see a venue that clearly understands how important this day is not only for the couple but also for the family members and guests in attendance.  Perhaps what intrigued me the most was that at The Westin Bear Mountain, they cater not only to full scale weddings, but also to small, intimate weddings often overlooked by other venues.  In fact, they have created one of the most tantalizing, intimate wedding packages I’ve come across in a long time.

Here is how my dream wedding would unfold at The Westin Bear Mountain.  I would gather up twenty or so of my favorite people for the weekend, making all the travel arrangements of course!  I would arrive in style via helicopter which would land right at Bear Mountain. The weekend would start with some papering at Santé Spa for me and the gals along with a dip in the Mineral Pool while the guys took their turn on one of the gorgeous two golf courses, complete with an actual 19^th hole!

By candlelight and surrounded by vintage vino, the intimate ceremony would take place in the signature wine cellar and then it would be up to onsite Panache Restaurant for a spectacular dinner full of culinary delights prepared by award winning executive head chef Iain Rennie.  From behind the glass of Panache’s kitchen, Rennie and his culinary team prepare their creations and entertain their guests while we sip on perfectly paired wine hand selected by one of the two onsite sommeliers.   What would be the fitting end to such a wonderful day you ask?  Dancing under the stars on Panache’s private balcony of course.

Every couple has their own vision of what their perfect day would be but whether you want big and extravagant or sexy and intimate like me, The Westin Bear Mountain has it all and if you are looking to escape Vancouver when it welcomes the rest of the world in 2010, you might just want to let The Westin Bear Mountain welcome you.

the outdoor ceremony location

the fabulous panache and it’s yummy creations

the intimate wine cellar

the floral designs done in house

the oh so wonderful and relaxing mineral pool of Sante Spa

for all you DIY brides out there we have created a new category on the editor’s blog featuring DIY ideas and product finds. The first product feature is these super cool scissors that add that trendy fringe to all your favor wrappers, stationary, etc in a snap.  I want some just for the fun of it!

you can pick them up on the Bell’occhio site for $22

We here at aislewalk have received a lot of emails and phone calls inquiring about an event called aisletalk happening this week here in Vancouver.  Aislewalk magazine is not in any way involved in this event and does not sponsor or endorse this event.  We wish all the participating vendors success with the event but wanted to put a final end to the confusion being articulated by both vendors and brides alike and clairfy that no, this is not an aislewalk event.   If you are interested in attending an event that aislewalk will be participating in, here is a list of the bridal events that aislewalk will be at over the next few months:

Spring Wedding Show April 25-26 at the Trade and Convention Center

Dress Auction at the Telus Atrium May 31

The Brock House Wedding Show October 2009

The Fall Wedding SHow Trade and Convention Center

Lovestruck Wedding Show November 15th

Indie I Do

Wedding Fair Jan 2010

While searching the internet for more great perfect products, I found out that we don’t have to look far…right here in our own backyard the talented Himi and Fumi Bull of Davie and Chiyo have created some of the most beautiful handbags perfect for your bridesmaids!!!
Isn’t this one divine  LOVE the bow!

Wanna get yours?  Chek them out HERE

How sweet would these little shoes look on your little flower girl?

get them and other beatuiful shoes for your special little attendant at the MiaJoie Etsy Store

We came across this cute bracelet that might be the perfect gift from him to you on the wedding day…maybe if you leave a photo and the website on his desk, he might get the hint

it can be customized for the month and day of the wedding HERE