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You want to remember the moment when your eyes met down the aisle, not the missing groomsman or forgotten shoes. Great wedding photographers specialize in telling love stories and capturing all the special moments throughout your big day. Below are several Vancouver wedding photographers who do just that – and then some. [Photo courtesy of Berkley Vopnfjord Photography]
Just in time for summer, I’ve scoured the city to come up with a list of the best shops for warm-weather dresses. From floral gowns to jersey jumpers to everything in-between, these Vancouver boutiques stock plenty of gorgeous dresses that’ll inspire you to show off your bare legs all season long. [Photo courtesy of One of a Few]
What’s not to love about wedding season: love is in the air, the champagne is flowing, and it’s a great excuse to get dressed up. While you probably don’t want to upstage the bridal party, you’ll definitely want to bring your A-game. These Vancouver boutiques carry stylish party dresses and accessories for a wow-worthy summer wedding look. [Photo via Barefoot Contessa]
In Vancouver, where natural parks, beaches and waterfronts abound, no two dog-walking companies offer the same experience. Depending on what kind of care your pooch needs – from discipline training to socializing with other dogs to off-leash exercise – these companies will provide a fun, safe and exhaustive walk when you’re not able to. [Photo credit: iStock.com/Rohappy]
In the Pacific Northwest, craft beer is akin to religion. We sip our porters, lagers and IPAs made with care from local brew-masters. As liquor laws have changed over the last couple of years, a different kind of craft is happening in the Lower Mainland: distilling. Small-batch distilleries are producing fine vodkas, sakes, gins and whiskeys right here in Vancouver. [Photo courtesy of Odd Society Spirits]
For locals, it goes without saying that our Native art is a cultural treasure, and for tourists, it represents a resource for great discoveries. Vancouver is a hotspot for art collectors, with a wonderful range of options for purchasing. From Inuit to Northwest Coast, contemporary to classic, here are some key Native art galleries in the city. [Photo courtesy of Lattimer Gallery]
What’s the best part of summer, you ask? Why, shopping for new warm weather gear, of course! Prepare for Vancouver’s rain-free days filled with beach visits, camping, parties and barbecues by visiting these local boutiques, which offer the latest in summer essentials including sandals, bathing suits, sunglasses, towels and more. [Photo credit: iStock.com/GOTO_TOKYO]
When it comes to vitamins and supplements, Vancouver has a ton of healthy spots to shop and explore. And not all of them have to break your budget either. Whether it’s a protein powder you’re after, or your monthly dose of Vitamin D, here’s a list of places to get your healthy fix and more. [Photo credit: iStock,com/stock_colors]
Vancouver continues to establish itself at the forefront of sustainability with a growing market for eco-friendly vintage fashions. As style-savvyshoppers change their mindset about how to invest their money, upscale consignment shops are popping up to meet the demand for pre-loved luxury labels. Hit these local resale stores to snag a coveted designer handbag at a reduced price point. [Photo credit: iStock.com/Armin Staudt]
Relaxing bath times or awakening morning regimes; your bathroom can be a place of function and fashion with the addition of a few decorative accessories. These Vancouver stores stock plush towels, gilded soap dishes, scented candles, beautiful glass vessels and a variety of practical accent pieces that can add style and flair your bathroom. [Photo credit: iStock.com/Anna Taschini]
There’s nothing more comforting than the smell of fresh-baked bread wafting from the oven. Unfortunately, most of us don’t have time for all that kneading, rolling and flouring – but we can grab our daily (handmade) bread at one of these fine Vancouver bakeries, where rustic rye, French baguette and plain ol’ white are on display among other, more adventurous varieties. [Photo credit: iStock.com/LOVE_LIFE]
Wearing glasses need not be nerdy – nor a nuisance. Next time you need to upgrade your lenses, pay a visit to these independent optical boutiques in Vancouver, where fashion-forward frames, savvy staff and cozy environments combine to make shopping for specs as fun as hunting for a new pair of shoes. [Photo credit: Bailey Nelson]