When Love Becomes Art at The Polygon

Posted January 10, 2024

Megan and Cam wanted an elegant, clean, chic, art-forward wedding and with the help of DreamGroup planner Brynn Belisle and a superior team of vendors who exceeded expectations and then some, that is exactly what they had! The floral installation by Dushan Flowers was out of this world and looked like it forever belonged at The Polygon Gallery. This is one wedding that perfectly defines When Love Becomes Art at The Polygon as captured by Sara Rogers Photography.

Megan’s exquisite Hair & Makeup provided by Denise Elliott Beauty Co.

First Look of Love… We’re not crying, you’re crying!

Megan + Cameron met at university in Boston (where Cam is from and where the couple currently resides) and wanted to host their family and friends in Vancouver. Megan is from Vancouver and wanted to show off the city and all the amazing things it has to offer. With the majority of guests from out of town, Megan and Cameron booked 35 rooms at The Douglas Hotel at Parq. Family and friends arrived throughout the week and the couple was able to spend time with their guests showing them the sights.

What were the highlights of this wedding?

Hands down the large floral installation that we designed with Dushan was the Highlight! Megan & Cam wanted very purposeful “artful” florals and greenery, not just a bunch of centrepieces… We hired Dushan to create a show-stopping floral masterpiece to anchor the ceremony. It was set up on the east wall of the Seaspan Gallery and also served as a spectacular backdrop for dinner. IT WAS BREATHTAKING!

Megan’s brother, Evan McDougall, is an accomplished graphic designer and created all of the invitations and beautiful day of stationery for the wedding. The custom 3D printed table numbers and flower pots given to guests in the welcome bags at the hotel were also a perfect inclusion.

A sculptural Masterpiece created by Dushan Flowers was a jaw dropping highlight of the day! One of the most important parts of the wedding was the florals. Right from the start of the planning Megan and Cameron said they wanted the florals to be a showstopper. Whether it was the ceremony installation, floral arrangement for the Welcome area, the bar, or the guest book table, each floral piece had to be unique, unexpected and have a “wow” factor. Dushan did not disappoint! Dushan created not just one, but TWO bouquets for Megan because he wanted to make sure she LOVED her bouquet and that it was perfect.

Bespoke Decor supported the room’s design and brought the love and the muscle in flipping the Seaspan Pavilion over for the long table dinner reception.

Megan + Cameron wrote personal messages to each guest presented in envelopes and displayed on a large blackboard unit as their escort card wall. It was really cool and guests LOVED their personalized messages from the couple!

A black & white coffee table art book was used as the guestbook to be kept on the couple’s coffee table to be easily enjoyed for years to come.

Megan & Cam really wanted an impressive bar for their guests! We began with Stellar’s Jay Brut upon guest arrival and four signature cocktails (Lionsgale Mule, Morgan Creek Spicy Margarita, Hugo Spritz, and an Espresso Martini). Lavish Liquid provided on site bar services that offered something for everyone!

Full service catering provided by Peake of Catering. Providing remote catering services is never an easy task so when it’s done well it’s important to stop and appreciate the hard working and talented team of people that fill the tummies and delight the tastebuds! .

What was the most challenging part of this wedding plan Brynn?

Megan and Cameron had very high expectations for their wedding and I knew I had to ensure that everything went according to plan from the beginning to the very end. There were A LOT of details and I memorized each and every thing so that nothing was forgotten or was poorly executed. It was an action packed day, but worth every moment of effort because it brought such joy to a wonderful couple! Regardless of how many weddings I produce in my career, each couple’s wedding will always deserve my best attention and ability no matter how large, small, simple or complex and it’s ALWAYS worth it in the end. To see the pride and joy of the couple, their families and friends reinforces for me why I do what I do and LOVE what I do so much!

A touching Father-Daughter Moment…

It’s time for Cake! Cake by Annie created the perfect vintage inspired single tiered piped petite cake for the occasion.

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May I have this dance?.

Needless to day, with all those incredible cocktails and wine options available at the bar, guests were feeling no pain by the time they hit the dance floor! And hit the dance floor hard they did! I knew that Michael of About Town Entertainment was the only DJ to bring them the party that they wanted. He totally connected with the couple and loved all their song choices. Michael ROCKED the dance floor! I’ve never seen a dance floor start this full and stay this full all night! It was a perfect fit.

Late Night Snacks that had guests saying “I’m Lovin’ It”.

What was the most successful part of the day?

We accomplished everything we set out to do, and for the most part on time, which I consider a great success! Also, the floral and decor was not only exactly what Megan + Cameron wanted, but was more than they expected! They were absolutely wowed by everything AND were so grateful, appreciative, and thankful to have me by their side. I don’t think I’ve ever received that many thank you’s from a couple AND their family and friends. A really special group for sure that I will remember for years to come!