Bridal Expo is Calgary’s largest Fall wedding expo and it is filled to the BRIM with local Calgary wedding vendors, it’s almost impossible to imagine that they would be able to pack even more local talent into the BMo Centre – but they have! This year is the first ever Bridal Expo Artisan Market, featuring some of your favourite local designers and creators and the beautiful wares they bring to Calgary brides and Alberta brides. Meet all the featured creatives in this year’s Bridal Expo Artisan Market!
Cinder & Sage, otherwise known as the brainchild of Designer Lindsay Sauders is a full line of hand-crafted jewelry. We especially like the leaf hair combs, which can be worn individually or grouped together to make a modern hair accessory.
Little Me Paper Co. showcases the watercolor talents of artist Leanne Grover. These custom designed wedding invitations are not only a work of art but are designed to tell a story about the couple. Worthy of framing, these keepsakes are invites your wedding guests will actually want to keep!
Tribe + Society, from Sophie Gabais-Moffat, showcases unique, modern jewelry. Our favorite are the engraved brass tag necklaces, which we think would make amazing bridesmaid gifts. Did you know you can stamp your own special message into the necklace? Perfect.
Enchanted Decora shows of the creative work of Joanna Belanger. These keepsake pieces can be custom created for invites, tables or other parts of your celebration.
Chalkboards & Co from Vickie Sloot, talented visual artist, helps Brides keep the flow of their day moving in style. Purchase from her collection or have her create a vintage inspired chalkboard sign that will be creative, informative and special to your own wedding.
Henna Art by Ayesha brings the ancient art of Henna to the Bridal Expo Artisan Market. Come and try out a design, and see why Aisha Ahmed brides love the henna they receive!
Mother Co. is the solution to groomsmen gifts! Forget the silver flask, these knapsacks and duffle bags are handcrafted in Calgary. They are the perfect gift for the men in the wedding.
Mad Mrs. Rochester makes one of a kind bride and bridesmaid dresses – really. Desiree makes each piece from vintage fabric and crocheted pieces.
Pretty in Mink by Minerva Kraushar showcases a full line of custom designed jewelry and hair pieces. We love the strands featured!
Kokedama brings the Japanese art of Kokedama to Calgary brides. Caine Choo’s creations are perfect centerpieces for the modern boho chic bride and a wonderful gift to send home with family and friends. Meet Caine and hold a Kokedama, it’s like a gift from Mother Nature in your hands.
Vintage in Orbit is a curation of vintage pieces for the bohemian bride. Check out Alysa’s selection of beach bridal sandals, we love them!
Friday Sock Co. knows just how to mix and match the perfect socks for your groom and his groomsmen. Adam can help you add some pop to the men’s wardrobe, not to mention some great photo opportunities with that splash of color!
Eliee Garcia Jewlery is a design firm specialized in embroidery pieces made by hand, embellished by Swarovski crystals, for special occasions. Eliee Garcia is a Fashion Designer with a South American background and a Canadian heart who is passionate about embroidery. You can see the passion in her pieces.
Jason Delaney has been playing the guitar since he was 11. It’s not surprising that his classical guitar can easily set the mood for any type of wedding you have! Regardless of your musical needs: ceremony music, cocktail hour, or background ambiance.
Terri Heinrich re-creates your wedding bouquet into stunning works of art that can be hung in your home as the perfect keepsake. A lifelong treasure that will always remind you of your special day, a piece from Terri makes a perfect registry item!
Sources
Cinder & Sage/Enchanted Decora/Chalkboards & Co/Henna Art by Ayehsa/Vintage In Orbit/Eilee Garcia
