A few months ago Vale + Vine published a gorgeous shoot set in the North Carolina mountains featuring highlights from the 2014 Team Flower Workshop. Sometimes not all of the images submitted for publication make it to the final layout however, so today I wanted to give you a glimpse of some of the interior bridal prep images as well as more shots of the paper goods...
Read MoreThrowing an outdoor wedding (not just ceremony, but reception too) in Vancouver can be risky, what with the strong odds of rain, but Hycroft Manor in Vancouver's elegant Shaughnessy neighbourhood offers couples a stately portico under which ceremonies or receptions can be held. It's one of the few spots in the area that offer something of an old-world or European feel on such a grand scale,...
Read MoreIt's no easy task to go back through the archives and choose my favourites, but here is another showcase from the Best of Vale + Vine series for you to enjoy. I've chosen calligraphic inspiration that is perfect for spring and summer weddings across Canada and beyond. For more from the Best of Vale + Vine series, check out the Best of Spring or Best of Bouquets.
Read MoreIt's the trifecta of engagement sessions: one part romantic lighting and location, one part couple in love and beautifully styled, and one part photographic brilliance. Isn't it amazing how a simple country location at just the right time of day can set the tone for a breathtaking experience? This languid Ontario landscape provides the perfect backdrop for an engagement shoot by Colorado fine art film photographers Brumley & Wells, who not only capture the setting with skill and intentionality, but also reveal their ability to pose Natalie and Nick in ways that are as flattering and natural as they are timeless and artful....
Read MoreAside from the fact that I love everything about this shoot from the fresh, vibrant produce to the rustic wood cutting board, to the elegant yet understated serving ware and display pieces, what I appreciate most is that there is a strong sense of heritage without any one piece (or the entire ensemble) screaming 'vintage'. No doilies or old-timey suitcases needed, (definitely fun, but my personal feeling is that the trend has run its course) just a refined heirloom look that could come straight from your grandmother's (or great-grandmother's) china hutch, a local antique store, or any number of boutique shops or big block stores selling a style that is right on point for this season...
Read MoreThese kind of backdrops are what I love most about the Canadian landscape. They're accessible, authentic, and drop-dead gorgeous. When I saw this shoot by Canadian native Marcie Meredith (now based out of North Carolina), I thought, "Yes! I want to see more of THIS!" Our True North, Strong, and Free has so much to offer in terms of stunning locations and natural inspiration, and I love that Marcie was able to harness the beauty of Alberta's Waterton Lakes National Park to provide an incredible 10 year anniversary shoot for this lovely couple....
Read MoreWindswept and natural, this engagement shoot by Guico Photography at Lighthouse Park in Vancouver, BC, is pared down to the essentials. With a wardrobe that consists of clean lines and comfort, colour-blocking that provides a bit of pop against a gray sky, and bare feet in keeping with the couple's relaxed demeanour,...
Read MoreFresh and contemporary yet full of classic nuances, this collection of pink and navy wedding ideas set at Vancouver's Hycroft Manor is a great way to combine vibrant spring inspiration with darker sophisticated elements. There are so many details that turn what could be a standard wedding into something truly special -- the art deco styled ring photographed on a background of watercolours, the groom's navy suit paired with brown shoes and bowtie, the blush-coloured cocktails accented with fresh herbs like rosemary and basil, and the floral garlands that lend a rich elegance to the vintage car and bar....
Read MoreI never tire of seeing what romantic, light-filled images Adrian Michael sends my way, and I doubt Vale + Vine readers do either. Here, Adrian captures some of the best of what British Columbia's west coast has to offer, a shoreline and waterscape filled with rich yet subtle hues, a peacefulness that comes with sunset on the water, and a couple who brings style and comfort together--and goodness knows we on the west coast are serious about making this combination work for just about every situation!...
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