Tuesday 5 May 2020

Surprise 1 Year Anniversary Date

Niagara Wedding Planner

Ashley and Zac celebrate their 1 Year Wedding Anniversary

A few months after Ashley and Zac got married, they asked me to plan them a surprise 1 year anniversary.  They lived in Miami at the time and were going to fly up to Niagara for the weekend to celebrate their anniversary here where they got married one year earlier.

I really enjoyed planning and designing their surprise date. I tried to bring in some of the aspects from their wedding day.  They were picked up from their hotel by a private car which brought them to Lundy Manor Wine Cellars.  Outside I had a lovely area set up with a boho vibe with rugs, cushions, candles and lanterns rented from Tufts and Toile.  I set up their vintage luggage which originally set up at their wedding and included the love letters that their guests had written for them on their wedding day.  After a lovely photoshoot with Daniel Ricci who also captured their wedding day, they started to read the love letters together.  Unfortunately, mother nature did not cooperate and it started to rain.  We moved inside and Ashley and Zac sat next to the beautiful fireplace within the winery.  They continued to read their love notes while enjoying a delicious charcuterie platter, private wine tasting and chocolates. Afterwards, their private car brought them back to their hotel where they got ready for dinner.

I set up a private dinner at Pillar and Post and had their meals and wine order prearranged.  Immediately upon arrival, wine was poured while they enjoyed live music by Frank from the Madhatters.  The Madhatters were the band that played at their wedding.  Frank serenaded Ashley and Zac with his acoustic guitar throughout dinner.  On each of their place settings, I placed blank cards in envelopes for their to write each other new love letters for them to open and read together on their 2nd Wedding Anniversary. Wishing you many, many more anniversaries to come.



Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Event Planner - Ashley and Zach - Photos by Daniel Ricci Photography - Lundy Manor Wine Cellars Winery in Niagara Falls. A Divine Affair planned a surprise One Year Anniversary. Wine and charcuterie at the winery. Romantic private dinner at the Vintage Hotels Pillar and Post in Niagara on the Lake.



Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Event Planner - Ashley and Zach - Photos by Daniel Ricci Photography - Lundy Manor Wine Cellars Winery in Niagara Falls. A Divine Affair planned a surprise One Year Anniversary. Wine and charcuterie at the winery. Romantic private dinner at the Vintage Hotels Pillar and Post in Niagara on the Lake.








Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Event Planner - Ashley and Zach - Photos by Daniel Ricci Photography - Lundy Manor Wine Cellars Winery in Niagara Falls. A Divine Affair planned a surprise One Year Anniversary. Wine and charcuterie at the winery. Romantic private dinner at the Vintage Hotels Pillar and Post in Niagara on the Lake.


Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Event Planner - Ashley and Zach - Photos by Daniel Ricci Photography - Lundy Manor Wine Cellars Winery in Niagara Falls. A Divine Affair planned a surprise One Year Anniversary. Wine and charcuterie at the winery. Romantic private dinner at the Vintage Hotels Pillar and Post in Niagara on the Lake.


Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Event Planner - Ashley and Zach - Photos by Daniel Ricci Photography - Lundy Manor Wine Cellars Winery in Niagara Falls. A Divine Affair planned a surprise One Year Anniversary. Wine and charcuterie at the winery. Romantic private dinner at the Vintage Hotels Pillar and Post in Niagara on the Lake.






















The following photos are from Ashley and Zach's private dinner at Pillar and Post.  These photos were only taken with my cell phone... so don't mind the quality lol!





Friday 1 May 2020

Summer Love at Chateau des Charmes Winery

Niagara Wedding Planner

Marlene and Andy's Wedding at Chateau des Charmes Winery

Marlene and Andy were an absolute joy to plan with. Their wedding day was a really beautiful one. Seriously, the day started with the birds chirping and the sun shining and it stayed that way for the entire day.  Oh how I love August weddings. Their ceremony took place at Covenant Christian Reformed Church. The aisle had floral arrangements tied to the pews and lovely drapery hung overhead, while the alter was decorated with a beautiful wedding arbour.

The cocktail hour took place within the atrium and outside on the courtyard at Chateau des Charmes. Afterwards, guests entered the dinner reception which took place within the tent in the courtyard. Each place setting was decorated with the loveliest white and blue charger plates with a dusty blue napkin, individual menu and place card.  In lieu of favours, a donation was made to World Vision and International Justice Mission.  Guests enjoyed the photo booth and live band, but the biggest surprise of the evening was the amazing fireworks display. 

Vendors Include:
Wedding Planner: A Divine Affair
Photographer: Reed Photography
Videography: Dimi Studios
Band: Madhatters
Photo Booth: Bettyloo Photo Booth
Invitation Suite: In My Attic Studio





Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Marlene and Andy - Photo by Reed Photography - Church Ceremony with Wedding reception at Chateau des Charmes Winery in Niagara on the Lake. Tent wedding with gold,  blue and peach decor and floral details.

















Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Marlene and Andy - Photo by Reed Photography - Church Ceremony with Wedding reception at Chateau des Charmes Winery in Niagara on the Lake. Tent wedding with gold,  blue and peach decor and floral details.











Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Marlene and Andy - Photo by Reed Photography - Church Ceremony with Wedding reception at Chateau des Charmes Winery in Niagara on the Lake. Tent wedding with gold,  blue and peach decor and floral details.


Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Marlene and Andy - Photo by Reed Photography - Church Ceremony with Wedding reception at Chateau des Charmes Winery in Niagara on the Lake. Tent wedding with gold,  blue and peach decor and floral details.



Niagara Wedding Planner - A Divine Affair - Marlene and Andy - Photo by Reed Photography - Church Ceremony with Wedding reception at Chateau des Charmes Winery in Niagara on the Lake. Tent wedding with gold,  blue and peach decor and floral details.