tag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:/blogs/news?p=1News2023-10-16T08:54:35-06:00randallmacdonald.comfalsetag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/63800442020-07-08T14:07:35-06:002023-12-10T09:33:28-07:00So many choices for sparkling wine stemware; do you know them?<p>Stemware makes the enjoyment of champagne and sparkling wine even better. I had a great time discussing the different options with The Modest Somm, TJ Harstine, and which is the best choice for what you are drinking. </p>
<p>You'll learn things like; Is the coup based on Marie Antoinette's breast? Is the flute more than pretty? Did you know there is a fabulous crystal company in Canada? </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp_0GkmD9-8&t=1s">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp_0GkmD9-8&t=1s</a></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880502019-12-02T08:12:30-07:002022-05-21T02:57:43-06:00Christmas in November at the Jasper Park Lodge<p>Darcy & I had the privilege of being one of the sponsors at Christmas in November at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. It was great fun and our fashions were a big hit at all the parties! Check out my show stopping cufflinks!</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/393270/cd32b9fc8ea40c07a582b8fe133886b3fb4b7565/original/the-randall-poster-page0001.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880832017-08-18T18:00:00-06:002020-07-08T10:43:53-06:00A Celebration in Silver<p>Darcy and I had a lovely time celebrating our Silver Anniversary. It went so fast and was so easy, I can hardly believe it!</p>
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<p> </p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880842017-08-11T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Event Consultant Testimonial<p>My partnership with Randall has been a delight! The Party starts when you meet him. From concept to completion, Randall’s expertise, creative artistry & genuine ”joie de vivre” guaranteed a one-of-a-kind & a party of a life-time! </p>
<p>My outdoor, rustic elegance concept blossomed! Randall incorporated my ideas and designed a theme which transformed my husband’s surprise 65<sup>th</sup> birthday also into a celebration of his Canada 150 award & his passion for canoe building. From the upside-down canoe bar to the elegant rustic dining table décor, left me awe struck and emotionally speechless. Without Randall, I truly could not have envisioned a more spectacular outcome! My heart-felt thank you Randall! DarleeAnn </p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880822017-08-11T18:00:00-06:002020-07-08T10:46:18-06:00The Canoe Doctor's Surprise Birthday Party<p>Had a great time planning this surprise birthday party for a gentlemen who was recently awarded the Canada 150 in 150 award celebrating those who are keeping Canada's heritage alive. He's known as the Canoe Doctor and restores vintage canoes, so of course that had to be theme of the party. I'm very pleased with how the table turned out and for the bar we are using the canoe that he sailed on July 1st for Canada's 150th. Even got him a canoe hat from Hudson's Bay to complete his outfit when he walks in the door. Plus you have to love a client that serves you Veuve Clicquot while you work!</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/393270/60f9a916b39de9b90912cc91a3c32232e05e07f0/original/canoe-doctor-2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/393270/f85c6ddb5393e9c47471076896c13fb18ae3bcc0/original/canoe-doctor-3.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/393270/b757a93d1f6ef0b138ee46477326d417368a58fd/original/canoe-doctor-1.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/393270/9516d35984e0dae078b5258c65c130099db9a037/original/canoe-doctor.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880852017-06-21T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Travel Concierge Testimonial<p>We love to travel & the fun is the planning. Eight months of building our 28-day European Adventure included both cruising & land travel. We embrace not only the sites and culture of the countries we visited but our love of food & drink! Prior to our departure, Travel Concierge, Randall was the perfect resource! Insider tips on plane travel & specifics on must-sees were invaluable! He believes that food and beverage are the extension & are just as important what sites should be seen. He graciously provided names one-of-a-kind restaurants in Venice & Paris that were a feast for the palate and a dining atmosphere beyond words! Without question, Randall will be part of planning our next holiday! Thank you Randall! Cheers! DarleeAnn </p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880812017-02-22T17:00:00-07:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Do it with Style!<p>I had a great time styling Jordan S and appreciate this fabulous testimonial! </p>
<p>"Working with Randall is an experience in its own! At first I wasn't sure what to expect. I was well aware of how put together Randall's wardrobe was but could he do it to mine? Within the first 10 minutes of shopping with him my apprehensions were set aside. Not only is Randall fun to shop with but also quite informative! He asked my opinion, provided suggestions, and presented ample wardrobe options. I very much enjoyed working with Randall and look forward to doing it again!"</p>
<p>If you need some style help, let me know, I would love to work with you!</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880792016-11-02T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Wigs and brocade and frippery; oh my!<p>I had a blast working on the set of "Caution: May Contain Nuts" in a ball scene where I got to done one of my many 18th century outfits; though I think my outfit may have been hired more than me. I was then contacted to work on a Venetian themed birthday party and have now been hired to help plan a New Year's Eve Gala that's a what? Venetian Masked Ball. I beginning to sense a theme and can't say that I mind. I love being able to bring a touch of Venice and my favourite celebration back to Edmonton. Who knew I'd get so much wear out of my powder wigs here!</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880782016-04-10T18:00:00-06:002020-07-20T09:59:46-06:00Don't do the high school shuffle!<p>Getting married and don't want to do the HS Shuffle?? Well I can help you with feeling comfortable with the song that you have chosen. Not a choreographed number, but steps to make you look more like Fred & Ginger than Duckie & Andie.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/393270/e06e0cb45aa5909d7ae310b1a5184a75fc27c3da/original/wedding-dance.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880772016-04-03T18:00:00-06:002020-07-08T10:53:16-06:00Oysters and Caviar and Dom! Oh My!<p>So thrilled to have been hired to plan this luxury event. It's so great getting to work with clients who appreciate luxury and quality!</p>
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<p>The event was spectacularly executed with many detailed aspects. Randall was professional, punctual, honest and he has many contacts that helped us to make things possble. For example, we ordered an iced candelabra sculpture Menorah; he helped us to find a person to build a sled; he brought in dancers dressed in horse costumes and pulled the girls into the room riding in the sled.</p>
<p>He has amazing taste and a great eye for decor. Easy going and very pleasant. </p>
<p>Marina Starkman</p>
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<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://jacekchocolate.com/?s=marie+antoinette">https://jacekchocolate.com/?s=marie+antoinette</a></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://jacekchocolate.com/?s=a+note+from+randall+macdonald">https://jacekchocolate.com/?s=a+note+from+randall+macdonald</a></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880732015-07-26T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00A Bat Mitzvah!<p>So excited to have been hired to plan my first Bat Mitzvah! And not just for one girl, but twins! Oy!!!</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880722015-07-26T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Let me teach you.<p>All those years of watching old movie musicals with Mom paid off as it gave me the basis and love for ballroom dancing. Such a thrill now to be hired by couples getting married to teach them their first dance. Love this testimonial I just got!</p>
<p><em>Randall was an absolute blessing when it came to our wedding dance. Both my husband and I have never been dancers, but saw it as a personal goal to be able to dance with style and class on our wedding night. Randall helped us achieve this goal! Over several sessions he provided Aaron and I with tailored ballroom dance lessons in the comfort of our own home. He was patient, extremely experienced and - most of all - incredibly charming and fun-filled. I could not recommend Randall enough... I am so proud of our wedding dance and the opportunity to surprise our family and friends, and it's all thanks to Randall!<br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;"> </em><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">-Holly Hunka<br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">Wedding Date: May 21, 2015 <br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;"> </p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880712015-05-18T18:00:00-06:002022-05-28T05:17:01-06:00Edible Etiquette<p>I answer your burning questions about restaurant etiquette outside of which fork to use in my segment I did on CTV and the corresponding article in Vitamin Daily.</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vitadaily.ca/lifestyle/restaurant-etiquette-1.1940234">https://www.vitadaily.ca/lifestyle/restaurant-etiquette-1.1940234</a></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880702015-04-20T18:00:00-06:002020-07-17T09:52:27-06:00MadHatter's Gala<p>Going to a Mad Hatter's function and not sure what to wear? Well check out my article and TV spot for some tips on what to wear.</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/393270/e66c903365e5cc85cdbdd2e1b14df4cb77002984/original/peek-a-boo.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880682015-02-23T17:00:00-07:002023-12-10T10:05:28-07:00Oscar Red Carpet Fashion<p>I think the men topped the red carpet this year at the Oscars. Read what I thought in Vitamin Daily.</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vitadaily.ca/fashion/red-carpet-roundup-1.1773201">https://www.vitadaily.ca/fashion/red-carpet-roundup-1.1773201</a></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880672015-02-23T17:00:00-07:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Marie Antoinette Confections<p>So honoured to have been asked by Jacqueline Jacek from Jacek Chocolates to consult on their next line of confections; the Marie Antoinette Collection. Stay tuned for more details!</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880662015-02-10T17:00:00-07:002022-02-23T08:11:47-07:00Get set for Strauss<p>Ready to attend the ball with Tiaras and Debutantes? Check out my latest piece for Vitamin Daily.</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.vitadaily.ca/lifestyle/get-set-for-strauss-1.1754118">https://www.vitadaily.ca/lifestyle/get-set-for-strauss-1.1754118</a></p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880642015-01-14T17:00:00-07:002020-07-17T09:55:40-06:00Men in Tutus?<p>Excited to announce that I am a contributor to the Vitamin Daily, a national lifestyle blog with editions in five major cities across Canada, most recently Edmonton. We cover everything from fashion and shopping to health, beauty, home decor, dining, nightlife and arts and culture.</p>
<p>Enjoy my first piece!</p>
<p>https://www.vitadaily.ca/lifestyle/men-in-tutus-1.1728233</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880622014-12-03T17:00:00-07:002022-03-16T08:47:14-06:00Delmar & Marta<p>Last year I was lucky enough to also film the pilot for the new TV series "Delmar & Marta". I was excited to learn that not only has the series been picked up and I have been invited back, but my character has been expanded for the series! Great to be able to get to do my scenes with Kevin Mcdonald from "Kids in the Hall". Start filming next week!!!</p>
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<p> </p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880572014-09-02T18:00:00-06:002022-05-11T06:02:15-06:00Dressing the Man<p>Most men don't know where to start when it comes to building a wardrobe. So happy when hired to assist them. Looking forward to working with a client tonight and getting him the staples that he needs to build a fabulous wardrobe and updated look.</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880562014-08-05T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00A Fashion Event at Simons<p>So excited about being asked to plan and organize the Fashion Event at Simons, a Fashion and Home Decor Store, on September 14 for 150 invited guests. Think champagne, fine food, fashion and fashionistas!</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880582014-07-17T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Tiny Plastic Men<p>So honoured to have had my character from Season 2 of this award nominated comedy series written into Season 3. Had fun filming and can't wait to see where his journey takes him in future seasons!</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880522014-06-20T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Tiny Plastic Men<p>So it's official, my character from <a style="color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;" href="https://www.facebook.com/TinyPlasticMen">Tiny Plastic Men</a> has been written in for season 3! The show was just nominated for a Banff World Media Festival Rockies Award in the Best Sketch and Comedy program category among other nominees from the UK, Finland, and Australia. The show was in good company with The Big Bang Theory, Arrested Development, Orphan Black, Downton Abbey, and House of Cards. We start filming in July!</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880472014-05-01T18:00:00-06:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00A Masked Affair<p>I was approached by a client to plan a party for 60 guests for his wife's birthday but with only a month to do it! Happy to report that I was able to put together a fabulous Venetian themed evening with masks, Bellini's, Venice backdrop and an opera singer. The client was happy and said “You’d have to be insane not to let Randall help plan your next event.”</p>randallmacdonald.comtag:randallmacdonald.com,2005:Post/59880462014-01-19T17:00:00-07:002018-07-19T07:01:09-06:00Mayor's Celebration for the Arts<p>So honoured to have been nominated to be a performer at the Mayor's Celebration for the Arts. </p>randallmacdonald.com