IN THE ISSUE: Secluded Seaside - captured by Lani Elias Photography

We brought together some new and old friends to enjoy a seaside rehearsal dinner - a feature in the newest issue of The Refinery Magazine, out on Valentines day!

We loved showcasing Lani Elias work, as she recently relocated to Vancouver, and this seemed an appropriate way to capture her arrival on the west-coast! Together with a whole slough of talented creatives, we were able to showcase a taste of feasting with friends the night before your wedding. 

Head on over to our website to read the rest of this beautiful editorial:

www.therefinerymag.com

- Ainsley & Madison xoxo

Created by The Refinery Magazine / 

Flowers and Styling by Delovely Creative / 

Hair, MUA and Wardrobe Styling by Emily Cheng / 

Models Richards Models & Family Management / 

Catering by Railtown Catering / 

Cake by Cake by Nicole

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One Year Later - Issue V is here!

Happy Valentines Day, lovelies!

We're 1 years old today, and to celebrate we bring you the newest issue of The Refinery! Its available to read right now on your online new stand, so visit our site right here:

www.therefinerymag.com

We loved sharing some more images from our cover shoot, including some talented vendors! You can find the entire shoot in our newest issue, so read away!

Thank you to all who have supported us this past year - from friends, family, vendors, creatives, and all our avid readers from around the world - your love means so much to us! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

xo Ainsley & Madison

IN THE ISSUE: Hacienda Wines - Captured by Mariel Hannah Photography

The adventure issue was packed with with gorgeous inspiration, and we wanted to share more here on the blog, photographed by the incredible Mariel Hannah Photography. We fell in love with this lovely Californian photographer when we first came across her work in summer 2013. When we began planning the special edition, we knew that we wanted to feature California - a place where we have several family and friend ties, and a place where our ginger freckles come out to play!

We dropped Mariel a line, and we got to work on creating a feature that would focus on a taste of the California wine country, a place where many can tie the knot under a faux italian sun. We asked Mariel to bring together a team that would inspire brides to add a splash of spanish flair to their big day, to represent the warmth and integrity of the californian people and land.

We can't wait to come on down south, with Madison visiting California in the spring, and our new USA issue focusing on California, Oregon and Washington - places we frequent and love.

Thank you again to the amazing team that put together this stunning shoot, and we can't wait to see more from all of you again in the future! You can call The Refinery your northern home, that's for sure! To find out all who made this shoot possible, please see the entire list below.

xoxo Ainsley & Madison

The Vendors:

Photography: Mariel Hannah

Planner & Styling: Shannon Hough Events

Stylist: Kimberly Lawson

Head Pieces: Lacielle Roselle

Hair: Jacob Hernandez

Makeup: Tricia Leigh

Rentals: Walker Lewis

Rentals: Wyld at Heart

Rentals: Simply Shabby Chic

Tux: Finos Mens Wear

Flower Girl Dresses: Amalee Accessories

Dresses: Chic Little Devil

Dresses: Film Fashion

Dresses: Ladies and Gents Bridal

Stationary: Design House of Moira

Web: http://designhouseofmoira.com/

Floral: Eden Floral

Bridal Gown #1: Ines Di Santo

Bridal Gown #2: Eugenia Couture

Shoes: Benjamin Adams & Luichiny

Bridesmaids Dresses: Winnie Couture

Cake & Sweets: Cakes by Dorene

Cater: Full Moon Bar and Bistro

Venue: Pear Valley Winery

 Models:

Mary Ruby ­ Elite Agency: http://www.elitemodel.com 

(Mary Ruby) McCright: https://www.facebook.com/MccrightAgency 

Marla Moreno ­ https://www.facebook.com/MarlaManuelaa?fref=ts 

Micaela Rian ­ https://www.facebook.com/micaela.rian?fref=ts 

Manuel John ­ https://www.facebook.com/manuel.john.7

IN THE ISSUE: Matt & Dom - 'In Love' Session - Captured by Nirav Patel

This incredible destination session on the Isle of Skye truly took my breath away. It was an honour to be able to share some extremely talented photographers in the new Adventure Issue, and we can't wait to share more in the issues to come. (Issue V - Canada - and Issue I USA - both go live on February 14th, 2014!!!)

 Matt & Dom's "In Love" session is a particular favourite of mine, as my roots to the North of Scotland run deep. I wrote a short paragraph to accompany the spectacular photography from Nirav Patel, and you can find it in the newest issue of TRM over on our website!

Here's a great travel tip for all you adventurous couples out there:
Are you planning a trip to a foreign location, and want to remember your time there together through the lens of a real pro? Many photographers travel worldwide, and often are in destinations that you are headed to! Nirav Patel, for instance, is a San Francisco, California based photographer, however he manages to globe trot capturing wicked couples, like Matt & Dom, and possibly in the future, you!

Drop Nirav a line by visiting his website here! Thank you again to Matt, Dom and Nirav for sharing your images with us, and with our followers - we appreciate it deeply.

Enjoy the rest of these stunning images, as I know you will adore them!

xo Ainsley