The Difference Between Wedding Planners vs Wedding Coordinators
Today we are diving in and explain one of the most frequent questions we get - what is the difference between a wedding planner and a...
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In our blog we share tips, tricks and inspiration for your wedding planning journey! We also share galleries of our previous weddings of our wonderful clients.
- Sep 27
Embracing Change: Wedding Traditions Worth Keeping and Those to Say Goodbye to!
Weddings are a beautiful celebration of love, commitment, and the joining of two soul mates. They are filled with tradition and...
- Aug 1
Tips on How to Have a Stress Free Wedding Planning Experience
You’re still riding that high from your engagement and can’t wait to start planning your big day! But planning a wedding is no small feat...
- Apr 5
Planning Your Wedding Timeline - Helpful Tips and Tricks!
One of the questions we get most from our couples, is how to create a timeline for their wedding day! By creating an organized (and...
- Feb 14
Vendor Highlight - Lovenote Bride Calgary, Bridal Wear
Say yes to the dress! This month we chat with Annie, General Manager of Lovenote Bride Calgary! Lovenote Bride design and create their...
- Jan 3
Newly Engaged? Tips on How to Start Your Wedding Planning!
Recently engaged? Congrats! Take a moment, enjoy this exciting time in your relationship! If you're feeling overwhelmed about wedding...
- Nov 10, 2022
Why You Should Have a Winter Wedding!
If you follow my Instagram, you know that I LOVE winter. I’m not sure if it was because growing up in Australia I had more than enough...
- Oct 2, 2022
Vendor Highlight - Matt from Hue Florals, based in Calgary
Flowers - colourful, flowing, structured, monochromatic, romantic, or over the top - no matter what your idea of florals is, they are...
- Sep 4, 2022
Wedding Morning Tips to Ensure You Have the Perfect Wedding!
The big day is finally here, and let’s be honest, not a lot of sleep is had the night before! Making sure you have everything prepared...
- Jul 19, 2022
Tips From a Wedding Planner on Choosing Your Wedding Venue
There are so many choices for wedding venues – churches, barns, rooftop patios, even breweries, the possibilities are endless if you can...
- Jun 12, 2022
Why Having an Engagement Photography Session is a Must!
Unsure if you should have engagement photos taken? The answer is YES! There are so many reasons why having an engagement photography...
- May 26, 2022
Open Bar vs Cash Bar
Alcohol is usually a key player at weddings, I mean, after all you need to pop some champagne to celebrate love! However, if you choose...
- Apr 19, 2022
The Importance of Having a Contingency Plan For Your Wedding
The number thing I will always tell my clients is that they need to make a plan B, especially when it comes to the weather. Mother Nature...
- Mar 28, 2022
A Fresh New Look for Melissa Alison Events - A Brand Refresh
Hey hey! It’s been quite a while since my last blog post, so I thought I’d give a little life update on what’s been going on. And going...
- Jun 1, 2020
Why Hire a Day of Wedding Coordinator for Your Big Day!
It’s June already? This year is flying by, and even with the majority of my summer wedding clients having postponed to next year, I’m...
- Apr 8, 2020
Hello From Isolation - A Hello and Welcome From Melissa Alison Events
Hello! Mel here, owner and lead planner of Melissa Alison Events. I felt it was about time I started blogging with my business, and what...
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