michelle: halifax wedding & event planner

@weddinggates

month-of • partial planning • full planning 13 years • design-led & seamless execution now booking 2027
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For this year’s editorial, the design direction was all about mixing modern and vintage elements, as well as blending feminine details with the masculine library vibe. Layers of patterns, moodiness, and custom details created a scene that feels like it belongs in a romance novel. Such a beautiful collaboration with our top tier vendors: Photography: @janelleconnorphotography Planning and design: @weddinggates Venue: @thevalleyonyx Videography + BTS: @lemonstandstudios Stationery: @paperchain.stationery Florals: @twigandtwinefloristry Hair: @jacquelyntaylorhair Make-up: @jgerritsmakeup Jewelry: @houseofaurum.ca Bridal boutique: @whitetulipbridal Rentals: @glowtheeventstore
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15 days ago
We’re talking Romance Novel Wedding Editorial with Luxury Wedding Planner, Michelle @weddinggates 💍 These styled shoots are so fun and scratch that creative itch many in the wedding industry have during their off season! So thankful to have shot their BTS of such a beautiful day. The team: Planner @weddinggates Photography @janelleconnorphotography Dress @whitetulipbridal Stationery @paperchain.stationery Florals @twigandtwinefloristry Hair @jacquelyntaylorhair Makeup @jgerritsmakeup Jewelry @houseofaurum.ca Venue @thevalleyonyx Decor @glowtheeventstore
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26 days ago
Romance novel // an editorial Set inside a late 1800s Acadian colonial restored farmhouse, filled with soft light and a space that already felt like a story before anything even began. This editorial came together with a clear direction from @weddinggates — romantic, moody, and layered, rooted in something timeless, a little undone. Set inside @thevalleyonyx , it gave exactly what it needed to give. There’s something about this time of year where that pull to create feels louder. To make something just because. And more than anything, it was the women behind it all. Every single person brought something to the table and you could feel it. It’s one of those reminders that when you give a group of women a vision and the space to run with it, something really special comes out of that. This is the kind of work that doesn’t come from overthinking — it comes from a strong vision, an openness to create, and a collaborative energy that makes everything feel seamless. Our team : Planning and design: @weddinggates Photography: @janelleconnorphotography Venue: @thevalleyonyx Videography + BTS: @lemonstandstudios Stationery: @paperchain.stationery Florals: @twigandtwinefloristry Hair: @jacquelyntaylorhair Make-up: @jgerritsmakeup Jewelry: @houseofaurum.ca Bridal boutique: @whitetulipbridal Rentals: @glowtheeventstore
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27 days ago
Wined, dined, and inspired — just what the wedding planner fam needed 🫶🏻 We had the pleasure of spending the day at @foxharbrresort (a wholeeeee other level of the girls trip leaving the group chat). From touring the property to hearing exciting updates for weddings at the resort, we soaked in all the east coast luxury this venue is known for — and paired it with the kind of company that always fills our cups. Wedding weekends here will always hit a little different 🩵
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21 hours ago
Romance Novel Editorial pt. II. Planning and design: @weddinggates Photography: @janelleconnorphotography Venue: @thevalleyonyx Videography + BTS: @lemonstandstudios Stationery: @paperchain.stationery Florals: @twigandtwinefloristry Hair: @jacquelyntaylorhair Make-up: @jgerritsmakeup Jewelry: @houseofaurum.ca Bridal boutique: @whitetulipbridal Rentals: @glowtheeventstore
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25 days ago
Kate + Liam from summer ‘25 at the Lord Nelson 🤍 Photographer: @shainasterrett Wedding Planner: @weddinggates Florist: @flowerstreetflorist Hair Stylist: @jacquelyntaylorhair Makeup: @makeupbyshelby.ca Venue: @lordnelsonhotel Decor Rentals: @glowtheeventstore Ceremony Music: @belastringquartet DJ: @truenorthevents.hfx Dress: @revellebridal @madewithlovebridal #canadaweddingphotographer #elegantweddings #filmweddingphotographer #novascotiawedding #halifax
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1 month ago
Kicking off the start of wedding season with these two cuties. We met last summer at the beach when they visited Halifax, and now we’re just 60 days out from their wedding at the @thegrandivorynb . There’s just something about stepping back into this rhythm again. The stories. The people. The energy of it all. Oof. So ready for it Digital + film simulation.
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1 month ago
Happy one year anniversary to one of the coolest styled shoots we’ve been able to work on so far!! Always a blast when we get to create things a little out of the box and collab with such talented people 🩵🩵 P.s. this just goes to show a florists best friend will always be a photographer bc our shots don’t even compare Planning & design @weddinggates Photography @janelleconnorphotography Florist @flowerstreetflorist Cake @llbakeshop Stationery @paperchain.stationery Makeup @allisonkirbyy Hair @novabrittneyhair Venue @hmcc_churchillhouse Rentals @element_event_solutions Jewellery @houseofaurum.ca Dress @kindbridal Tuxedo @karmabridal Model @brimaccara And last, but not least, checkout @stylewithchristie & @lemonstandstudios for lots more content and BTS from this shoot 🩵🩵🩵
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1 month ago
A seaside wedding? In February? Absolutely 👌 Some sneaks from Jenna & Alex’s snowy winter wedding at @oakisland4season - I couldn’t imagine a better day for these sweethearts 💗 Planner: @weddinggates Hair: @lox.by.laurenarbuckle @thelox.ca MUA: @estheticsbydominique Florals: @flourishfloraldesigns JOP: @sharon.g.mitchell.3 Nova Scotia Wedding Photographer | Halifax Wedding Photographer | Winter Wedding in Nova Scotia
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2 months ago
Warmer weather means one thing over here… wedding season is getting closer 👀✨ Last night I reached out to all of my 2026 couples to start chatting about timelines, planning details, and making sure everything is coming together smoothly for their day. One of my favourite parts of this job is helping couples feel prepared and relaxed long before the wedding even arrives. From building out a stress-free timeline to recommending incredible vendors I’ve worked alongside over the years, I’m always happy to help however I can. The more thought that goes into the flow of the day ahead of time, the more space there is to actually enjoy it when it arrives. If you’re planning a wedding and still looking for a photographer who helps guide you through the process, send me a message! 2026 couples… we’re getting close and I truly can’t wait for what’s ahead 🤍
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2 months ago
Counting down the days to E+M’s spring wedding. And not long now until we’re back on the beach catching sunsets together for engagement sessions. The evenings are stretching…spring is closer than it feels. 🤍
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2 months ago
Proof that one statement piece can change the entire vibe. 🖤✨ Our Pierre Black Chairs completely transform this soft, romantic setup and bring the perfect contrast to make everything else shine. Photographer: @jordanjuliannaphotography Content creator: @stylewithchristie Planner: @weddinggates Venue: @pier21_quai21 Catering: @rcrhospitalitygroup Band: @bigfishhfx Florist: @montgomeryfloral Hair: @fletcherbridalhair Makeup: @vickyminamakeup #weddingrentals #weddingreception #pierrechairs #weddingstatement #halifaxweddings
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3 months ago