When we first broached the idea of a Kits cover, we wanted the iconic beach to play a starring role. The romance of the unmistakeable West End skyline framed by the North Shore mountains seemed like a perfect fit for a spring wedding photo shoot.
Featuring an outlook spanning from open bay to Stanley Park and the mountains beyond, and enhanced by the illustrious seawall, a heated oceanside pool, tennis and basketball courts and summer season lifeguard, Kitsilano Beach is one of Vancouvers most well-known attractions.
Sarah Groundwater Law, co-host of Shaw TVs , weighed in on why the sandy shores make for a stunning setting. Any waterfront around Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»is definitely popular and lends itself to the perfect backdrop to a wedding. Ive always believed we have some of the most beautiful sunsets over the water and what would be more lovely than saying your I Dos with one of the most spectacular backdrops ever?
While the Belles havent done a show specifically on the beach, they have featured venues such as , an elegant mansion situated on the northwest corner of the University of British Columbia, whose scenic views over the inlet and mountains make it one of the best places in Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»to stage a wedding.
Celebrated Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»designer Jason Matlo had just the dress in mind for the beach shoot, having launched his 2012 bridal collection on May 8 within the storied walls of Vancouvers historic Rosewood Hotel Georgia, accented with exquisite jewelry designs by Tiffany & Co.
Says Matlo of his new bridal collection, Classic couture shapes and details are inspired by 1950s, silhouettes with retreated waist lines and gathered full skirts. The textures, beading, prints and lace are reminiscent of Art Deco prints. Dove grey, champagne, ecru and black tones create a modern bridal look that although vintage in concept, is opulent, chic and modern. Jason Matlo Atelier: 508-857 Beatty; 604-682-0726;
Rob Ferguson (L), Group Director Canada West for Tiffany & Co., Jason Matlo, and Steve Halliday, Managing Director for Rosewood Hotel Georgia. Darryl Humphrey photo
World-renowned jeweler Tiffany & Co., a name synonymous with beauty, craftsmanship and romance, provided the perfect accent to the stunning gown (see below). It was Tiffany & Co. in 1886 that introduced the engagement ring as we know it today, with the celebrated six-prong Tiffany Setting, now the worlds most popular choice for The Question. Tiffany & Co. engagement rings range from $1,400 to over $1 million. The first Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»store opened in December 2006 and the new second location in Oakridge Centre is only the fifth in Canada. In September, the company will celebrate its 175th anniversary. Oakridge Centre or 723 Burrard;
From cover photo: Tiffany & Co. 1837 ultra wide cuff in sterling silver ($1,400); Tiffany 1837 wide ring in sterling silver ($275); Tiffany Sparklers praseolite cocktail ring in sterling silver ($1,050).
