Shawn and Renee ~ 11/22/2012

Shawn and Renée’s anniversary was on April 09, 2011, Shawn had planned to take Renée out and he had the evening all planned as a surprise. At 6pm Shawn pulled up in a limo and met Renée at the door with 11 red roses. While Renée laughed excitedly saying, “Oh my God Shawn, you didn’t have to get a limo to pick me up! I thought you were picking me up in your car, your car would have been just fine.” Shawn laughed under his breath nervously. Renée and Shawn got into the limo and started on their drive. Shawn poured wine for the two of them and took a swig. He then got down on one knee and presented Renée with a single rose with ribbon binding a ring to it. Renée was shocked and surprised, she grabbed Shawn and hugged him as a few tears of joy rolled down her cheeks. And of course she said “YES!!!” Shawn then fumbled with the ribbon to try and get it off and put the ring on Renée`s finger. The evening continued with a ride around Regina and a romantic dinner for two at Lakeshore Steak House, ending with a romantic sunset drive around Wascana Lake.

This year’s Fashion with Compassion was an absolute success; with their New York inspired theme and all of the amazing sponsors. It was a fun filled evening that Derks Fine Group of Companies was happy to participate and contribute too. Sorrentinos Compassion House is such an amazing refuge for all the strong women and their families that are going through Breast Cancer.

A special thanks to Mode Models and their fashion styling.

Retail Sponsors Include:

Blu’s, Derks, Alligator Pie, Night Owl Designer Lingerie, Katwalk Shoes, Women with Vision Opticians, the Bay Edmonton Fur Salon and Swimwear Etc.

For the rest of the sponsors visit:

http://www.fashioncompassion.ca/sponsors.html

Photos courtesy of FashionCompassion.ca

Take a look at this behind the scenes video courtesy of Aaron Pedersen:

Fashion with Compassion 2011 from Aaron Pedersen on Vimeo.

Bridal Debut puts on their second Bridal Bash, tickets are still available.

Enjoy your special day all over again, and what better way to spend it but with other former brides and bridesmaids in their dresses and gowns.

Prizes, Silent Auctions and much much more!

Don’t wait. Get your tickets at any Bridal Debut now.

Bridal Bash 2

Sponsored by

Come dressed in your WEDDING GOWN/BRIDESMAID DRESS!

Celebrate your special day all over again

Date: Saturday, October 22, 2011

Place: Four Points Sheraton Edmonton South

7230 Argyll Road, Edmonton AB (Niagara Ballroom A)

Time: 8 pm – Cocktails (Cash Bar)

9 pm – Late Lunch (Appetizers)

11 pm – Prizes and Silent Auction Ends

Cost: $30 per person

Tickets can be purchased at either Bridal Debut Store

South Edmonton Sherwood Park

Calgary Trail and 59^th Avenue 153 Pembina Road

(780) 431-0539 (780) 467-4082

Music will be provided by DJ Lisa Marie Mack of

Escapade Musical Entertainment

Fun Photo booth by

City Pro Entertainment

Make a donation and get your pictures taken

Proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

For more information please contact Melanie at swymgy@shaw.ca or find us on Facebook “Bridal Bash”

This past Saturday night, Gay Derk and Heidi Dennis were able to attend an amazing wedding event. At the Holiday Inn on 67th in Red Deer. The evening got off to a romantic start with a vow to renewal from Laura Cadrin from La Petite Jaune Fleur and her husband.

Brides were able to check out vendors in all categories photography, limos, jewelry, hair and makeup, gowns, floral, spa treatments, catering, venues, cakes, invitations, and much more!

Plenty of gorgeous gowns were showcased.

The event was MC’ed by 100.7 FM The Rivers

Sponsors included:

Holiday Inn Red Deer, Staples, Kraze 101.3 FM, Sunny 94 FM, La Petite Jaune Fleur, Angel Eyes Photography, The Rover 100.7 FM, Family Services of Central Alberta, and much more!

Check out “It’s a Wedding” on Facebook.

Last month, Kari Jespersen with Telus TV turned our ideas into reality when she created two wedding segments inspired by recent Bridal Fantasy blogs. Check out the segments below:

Fall Wedding Trends

Fall Wedding Trends on YouTube

For more information visit Fall Wedding Trends Bridal Fantasy Blog.

Adding an Heirloom Twist

Mom’s Old Dress on YouTube

For more information on how to incorporate your mom’s wedding dress into your wedding visit Adding an Heirloom Twist Bridal Fantasy Blog.

Thank you to everyone who was involved, including Telus TV, Flirt Cupcakes, Swish Flowers, A Chair to Remember, Union Bank Inn, and Bridal Debut.