Can I provide some of the décor at my wedding?

Some clients want to use vases, ceremony gates and archways, antique prams, etc. in their ceremony. Bring in your specialty décor pieces to our design studio prior to your wedding and our staff will include the décor in the whole look.

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Q: How much will my wedding planning cost?

Planning is offered on an as needed basis. You can choose to use consulting services at an hourly fee; hire a wedding planner for the day of the wedding or use full planning services to take the stress away and plan the whole wedding from start to finish. Out-of-town services include a travel fee and a per diem for meals and lodging.

We plan and coordinate weddings of any size. You save by hiring Simply Elegant to handle planning, catering, flowers and decorations.

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Check the budget-friendly wedding package at Waterfront Park in Calgary.

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All wedding services

Weddings are complex. “It takes a village” to make a wedding. Save time, money and nerves by booking with us.

Venue selection

Choose from some of the best wedding venues in Calgary. Let us handle the venue selection process.

Planning

Let us handle your wedding planning. Our award-winning wedding planners will offer packaged and custom options.

Catering

Check our wedding catering portfolio. We’ve catered wedding receptions in Calgary since 1996.

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Decorations

Talk to us about your wedding decorations and rentals. Our wedding rentals inventory is one of the best in Canada.

Flowers

Work with our in-house floral designer to choose the most unique flowers for your wedding.

Commissioner

Work with Sharon Barwick to make unique, stress-free ceremonies crafted just for you!

Finance your wedding

Find answers to the most common questions about financing your wedding with a wedding loan. What it is? How much you can borrow? And at what rate?

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Our customers speak

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Simply Elegant4.7

Based on 157 reviews

Cardelia F.

A Beautiful Venue with Exceptional Service!

We got married at Waterfront Park in Calgary on July 5th, and the entire experience was truly amazing. The venue itself is gorgeous — the peaceful views of the water added a special touch to our ceremony and photos, creating a perfect atmosphere for our big day.

What really stood out, though, was the incredible service and coordination. The staff was professional, organized, and genuinely caring. From the planning stages to the final moments of our wedding, they made everything feel effortless and stress-free, allowing us to just enjoy the day.

We would absolutely recommend Waterfront Park to other couples — not only for the stunning scenery, but especially for the top-notch service that made our wedding feel so seamless and special.

Thank you to the whole team at Waterfront Park for helping bring our dream day to life!

Cardelia F.

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Kirsten K.

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We had Simply Elegant cater our wedding this past June, and it was lovely! We received lots of feedback about the food- everyone raved about the chicken and amazing dessert ice cream bar! They were very accommodating to our needs and responded in a timely manner. We highly recommend!

Jamie M.

Simply Elegant exceeded my expectations with their impeccable organization and ease of service. Their attentiveness and exceptional coordination made the planning of my wedding ceremony an absolute dream. I am profoundly grateful for their contribution to one of the most significant days of my life. Thank you for your unparalleled support and for helping create unforgettable memories.

Jennifer B.

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I had my wedding at Skyline and it was amazing. Thank you to the simply Elegant team. Thx to Sharon loved my centre pieces, thx Jade for the beautiful decor and thx Peter for the amazing food. Would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a wedding venue. Thx for making our dream wedding come to life. They were very professional, listened to my ideas and brought it to life. I absolutely loved our wedding !!!

Michelle B.

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Simply Elegant was able to step in on very short notice and save the day for a small dinner party I needed catered at the last minute. The food was delicious, they adhered to my budget, they were prompt and the setup and clean up were great. I'd definitely use them again!

Michelle B.

Simply Elegant saved the day for me when I needed a last minute catering for a small dinner. They honoured my budget, we're able to prepare a lovely meal for our group on very short notice and the service, delivery and clean up was great. Not to mention the food was delicious!! I would definitely use them again.

CBL B.

We ordered the traditional Christmas buffet for our company holiday party, and it was a hit. The food was excellent, and the team at Simply Elegant was friendly and accommodating—especially with our many dietary requirements. All our staff happily went back for thirds and fourths, and I highly recommend the tofu vegetarian stir-fry from their regular menu. Many thanks!

Frequently asked questions

What is a wedding planner?

A wedding planner is a professional event planner who specializes in weddings. They coordinate and consult with the couple in selecting the venue and completing the design of the wedding. A wedding planner is not a decorator or a florist. BUT Simply Elegant can offer all of these services under one roof.

How much will my wedding planning cost?

Planning is offered on an as-needed basis. You can choose to use consulting services at an hourly fee; hire a wedding planner for the day of the wedding or use full planning services to take the stress away and plan the whole wedding from start to finish.

Out-of-town services include a travel fee and a per diem for meals and lodging.

Is a contract with a wedding planner necessary?

Contracts protect you and your vendors. Your wedding planner may help you assess vendor contracts as they are a legal documents you are agreeing to for your wedding services including payment schedules.

Do you have wedding décor packages?

Our décor is as individual and unique as our couples in their selection of their venue choice, theme and colour scheme. Our design studio showroom gives you the chance to view a variety of looks so that you decide on where you want to invest your décor dollars.

How can I save money on wedding decorations?

You can do parts of the wedding yourself. Simply Elegant provides rentals of linens, chair covers, centrepieces, backdrops, etc. You can do all of the installations and take it down yourself or hire our experienced decorators to do it all or just the takedown.

Can I provide some of the décors at my wedding?

Some clients want to use vases, ceremony gates and archways, antique prams, etc. in their ceremonies. Bring in your specialty décor pieces to our design studio prior to your wedding and our staff will include the décor in the whole look.

Are wedding decorations contracts necessary?

Contracts protect you and your décor providers. Read all of the fine print in every vendor contract as it is a legal document you are agreeing to for specific services they are providing plus a payment schedule. Ensure that your rentals are not taken or damaged by guests as you are responsible for their safekeeping.

Do I need a wedding planner?

A wedding planner offers advice and insight on “what a client doesn’t know that they don’t know!” Most weddings can take up to 250 hours to plan. Book your wedding planner first as they can help you save time and often money with vendors and in negotiations.

How can I save money while working with a wedding planner?

A wedding planner saves you time and may negotiate rates on your behalf. They know the preferred venues that will be the perfect fit for your wedding. As venues get booked a year in advance, this should be the first consideration.

Next, your wedding planner can assist with sourcing and booking the caterer and the church or wedding commissioner. Once these main suppliers are contracted, then they move forward with other suppliers such as the photographer, florist, decorator, entertainment, printer, etc. and can manage each of these vendors.