It's that poignant moment during the best man's speech, the way the flower girl tucks her curls behind her ears, or the sparkle of lights as a father brings his daughter onto the dance floor. THIS is the magic behind a flawlessly executed day that you will remember.
French Kiss Events strives to keep you and your guests focused on what truly matters while we straighten ties, seat lolly-gagging guests, and safety pin hems behind the scenes.
(all day, every day!)
There’s something incredible about a flawlessly executed event that is overflowing with stunning details, perfectly timed moments, and a distinct sense of personality. As a designer, I draw inspiration from your story, the city you live in, your home decor, and entertaining style. I love to create the perfect blend of all these things, to craft a wedding that is beautiful, innovative, and highly personal.
As the principle planner and lead designer on every single FKE event, I pour my heart and soul into each wedding as if it were my own. I am here to take away the stress that often accompanies wedding planning. My team & I take care of all the scheduling, paperwork, emails and phone calls so you don’t have to. I laugh with you, find inspiration with you, and allow you to enjoy the planning process, as well as your special day. Because that is truly, what it is all about.
Personally, my favourite time of day is morning, when I get to share a big cup of coffee alongside my handsome husband (and daughter giggling in the background). His support is a huge reason for my success as a wedding planner, and he continues to inspire me daily. I am constantly finding excuses to celebrate around the home, and “elevate the everyday”. Life is such an incredible gift, and I can’t think of a better way to stay inspired, than to keep celebrating it!
Meet The Team
Name: Barb Walker, Founder | Lead Planner & Designer
Hometown: Victoria, BC
Favourite Wedding Detail: The Music
Best Vacation Spot: Maui in a heartbeat
Most Romantic Movie: French Kiss (nope! Not a coincidence!)
Coffee or Tea: Wine…I mean, coffee
Guilty Pleasure: Mid afternoon nachos
Best Job Perk: Being surrounded by an overload of pretty on a daily basis
Favourite Quote: “Your life should be like a snow globe. Whenever the snow settles, shake it up.” -Johnny, my old hair stylist
Name: Nick Walker
Job Title: Production Assistant
Hometown: Victoria, BC
Favourite Wedding Detail: The Drinks
Best Vacation Spot: Maui
Most Romantic Movie: The Notebook
Coffee or Tea: Coffee
Guilty Pleasure: Candy
Best Job Perk: Getting to work alongside my beautiful wife! And no, she didn't pay me to say this...
Favourite Quote: "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." - Steve Prefontaine
Name: Paula Lane
Job Title: Design Assistant
Hometown: Richmond, BC
Favourite Wedding Detail: The Food
Best Vacation Spot: Portugal
Most Romantic Movie: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
Coffee or Tea: Tea
Guilty Pleasure: Deep Fried Mars Bar
Best Job Perk: Meeting new people and going to incredible venues.
Favourite quote "A person who has good thoughts cannot ever be ugly. You can have a wonky nose and a crooked mouth and a double chin and stick-out teeth, but if you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely." - Roald Dahl
Name: Laura Henry
Job Title: Production Assistant
Hometown: Toronto, ON
Favourite Wedding Detail: Ribbon
Best Vacation Spot: Java Island, Lake Muskoka
Most Romantic Movie: Love Actually
Coffee or Tea: Definitely Coffee!
Guilty Pleasure: Staying in on a Monday night with a bottle of wine and a bowl of chocolate covered almonds to watch The Bachelor. ;)
Best Job Perk: Witnessing one of the happiest, most important and most intimate moments in a couple's journey. What a privilege!
Favourite Quote: "Chocolate is the answer. Who cares about the question.” -Anonymous