West Coast Wild Beauty…This incredible West Coast Wild Beauty inspiration editorial, with Kleinfeld Bridal & Pnina Tornai, showcases the perfect moments that create West Coast Weddings! The power of the sea, the loveliness of the sunshine reflecting on the water, the burst of sunset colours in the sky… altogether a wild beauty that cannot be rivalled.

Weddings and elopements in Tofino & Ucluelet are wildly popular as couples embrace the beaches and ancient rainforests on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Mountain elopements, beach weddings, and forest nuptials – the experience is off the charts.

Special thanks to the team at Pnina Tornai and Kleinfeld Canada, who provided the extraordinary gowns, and our intrepid model Autumn, who braved the water and wind and made gown changes on the cliffs. Our photographer, Erin Wallis Photography, receives top kudos for capturing the extraordinary mood and feel of the wild nature of Tofino and the West Coast of Vancouver Island.

This Vancouver Island bridal inspiration shoot is full of fun and love behind the scenes. Karen of Petal & Kettle Floral Design designed the bouquet from a drawing that Laura of West Coast Weddings Magazine had sent. She took the idea and ran with it! The theme boards were the 1920s meets West Coast with the most luxurious bridal gowns. It was a Hail Mary to contact Kleinfelds and Pnina Tornai. Of course, the dresses were held up at the border, as were the designer Emmy London’s shoes. Welcome to Vancouver Island!

In the end, it turned out better than imagined. The rogue wave that hit turned out for the best, as shots were captured that we would not have tried before the gown was wet! Karen and Laura were crazy enough to be up on a ladder in the ocean, holding a chandelier over the cake and were thoroughly soaked in the process! Surfers on the Long Beach Lodge water’s edge photobombed. The final touch was an epic sunset. Erin Wallis had a photographer meltdown as the sky changed colors.  It was a Vancouver Island wedding moment in time. 

You are Invited to Join us for more West Coast Wedding Beauty by Erin Wallis Photography.

PHOTOS: Erin Wallis Photography | GOWNS: Pnina Tornai | VENUE: Long Beach Lodge Resort in Tofino | FLORAL DESIGN & DECOR: Petal and Kettle Parksville Florist | HAIR/MAKEUP: Petrichor Hair Workshop | SHOES: Emmy London | CAKE: Coastal Cake Company |  Gowns: Kleinfeld Bridal New York EDITORIAL DESIGN: Laura Kalcsa of West Coast Weddings Magazine

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Tofino Cover for Vancouver Island 2022 Magazine…we love this gorgeous couple on the beaches of the West Coast! The awesome mix of formality and natural beauty captures the perfect cover. Thanks so much to Amrit Photography for snapping this moment in time, and we are overwhelmed to have such talent on the front of our latest issue. 

Of course, one of the first things to draw our eye to this photo was that dress. The lovely light terracotta color is striking against the blue of the water and sky. Equally eye-catching is the formality of the tux and gown. It shows you don’t have to be informal at your beach wedding! Go high fashion for epic photos!

West Coast weddings, elopements, and engagements are popular for a reason. The scenery is out of this world, and Tofino takes the literal wedding cake for beach nuptials. If you dream of white sandy beaches, rainforest adventures, and black rock cliffs, then you are in the right place. Imagine your first newlywed kiss just as the sun sets. 

We are pretty thrilled to have such a beautiful look on the newest issue and very happy to brag about Tofino and Ucluelet! Canada’s answer to the adventure and destination wedding is right here in British Columbia, and we are loving it! (CBC says so, too…) So we hope you all enjoy the Tofino cover for Vancouver Island 2022 magazine and all the inspiration inside its pages. 

PRO TIP: If you are trying to figure out the logistics of a Tofino wedding, be sure to take advantage of the professionals in the area. It’s still pretty wild on the coast in the best possible way. They know the absolute best spots, how to get there comfortably, the best time of day, etc. On top of that, they know which vendors will suit your style and budget. So there are two ways to make your life simple. Venues in Ucluelet and Tofino have amazing on-staff wedding planners who will arrange every little detail down to your dog’s water bowl (Tofino is very pet-friendly!) Or, if you want to go off-grid a little, get on board with a local wedding planner with a ton of experience. Either way works. But we don’t recommend just turning up and trying things on your own. You deserve a stress-free Vancouver Island experience. 

HINT: If you have made it to Tofino or Ucluelet for your big romantic moment, we highly suggest going all out. Take a helicopter trip to the mountains nearby for photos of a lifetime. It’s worth every penny of investment, and you will never regret it. Check out the ‘peak to surf’ romance adventures with Atleo Air to get started. They will have a list of photographers willing to join you in your adventures.

PHOTOS: Amrit Photography

GOWN: BHLDN

SUIT: Suitsupply

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Beach Wed in Tofino – Brittany + Trevor put together a dream team of wedding vendors to help the two of them, along with their ‘bubble’ of family and friends, create a magical elopement on the beaches of Tofino.

The gods decided to be giving and blessed Brittany + Trevor with blue skies and sunshine over the ocean edge where they exchanged their vows.  Young, Hip and Married officiated the occasion so lots of love and laughter highlighted the entire ceremony.

The bride wore a stunning Laudae lace gown with a train proving that beach brides can still go formal! The dress featured a V-neck bodice and a form-fitting skirt. Brittany carried a gorgeous bridal bouquet filled with white flowers and pampas grass. Trevor looked great carrying it as well…we love grooms who carry the bouquet.

The newlyweds took advantage of their surroundings and were adventurous for their couple photos. They climbed up a rock face to get great cliff photos, wandered into the rainforest area, and ran along the beach. The Wild and Wed captured all these moments and, as a result, Brit and Trevor have some epic elopement photos. Beach Wed in Tofino is the way to go for a naturally beautiful west coast wedding. Congrats to Brittany + Trevor!!

You are invited to another Tofino beach wedding!

Planning & Styling: Love Spell Co | Photography: The Wild and Wed | Video: The Augusts | Officiant: Young, Hip and Married | Floral: Crab Apple Floral | Cake: Mooch By Megan | Makeup: Tamara Martin Makeup | Hair: Boheme Hair Studio | Stationery Template: Splendid Moment Co | Ring Box: Blush Vintage Rentals | Dress: Laudae 

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Tofino Beach Wedding for Liz + Cam...this inspired elopement took place at Cedarwood Cove Cabin. The couple’s day was filled with romance and laughter as they sipped on champagne, exchanged vows, tripped over the waves and enjoyed the sunset.

Karley, of Bracey Photography, caught some amazing shots as Liz and Cam had their first look and then walked to the beach for their ceremony. The peacefulness of the beach setting was perfect for the intimate ceremony where they exchanged vows. The natural beauty of a west coast wedding truly served as the backdrop to their special day.

Liz wore the perfect sophisticated lace gown for a beach wedding (we are also impressed with the heels on a beach!!). The V neck, fitted gown flared slightly along the bottom edge and she held a bouquet by Crab Apple Floral. The floral design included dried grasses, ferns, baby’s breath, roses and eucalyptus along with ribbons.

We love how this Tofino Beach Wedding for Cam + Liz brings all the love a wedding day should have and shows off the best of the West Coast landscape. Congrats to you both – best wishes for the future! 

PHOTOS: Bracey Photography | VENUE: Cedarwood Cove Cabin  |

FLORAL DESIGN: Crab Apple Floral 

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Tofino Vows for Talisa and Joel…

Guest written by Taryn Stare Photography

Talisa and Joel made the trek to Tofino all the way from Dawson City, Yukon. Though Talisa is originally from Vancouver, BC, she moved to Dawson some years ago to pursue her dream job (and dream man). They live in an adorable cabin and are parents to two crazy cats, who keep them entertained all winter long.

When they got engaged last August, they originally attempted to plan a destination wedding, because Joel’s family lives in Australia while Talisa’s family is in Vancouver. However, they had a hard time finding the perfect middle ground where all of their family and friends could come together at the same time and place. After a month of stressful big-wedding planning, they decided to fulfill a secret dream of saying their vows together in private, with just a few witnesses and in their favourite place in the world.

Getting Ready

Talisa + Joel spent the morning of their wedding day relaxing in their cozy hotel room. Wickaninnish Inn placed them in SUCH a beautiful room with a massive window and balcony that overlooked the ocean. All morning, we could hardly keep our eyes off the ocean as the stormy weather brought giant waves in, each one bigger than the next. We watched young families run around outside fully decked out in rain gear, letting their pups chase the waves. A more relaxing wedding morning I could not dream up!

First Look + Ceremony

This ceremony was one of the sweetest I have ever witnessed. Both the bride and groom wrote such thoughtful vows that I was moved to tears as they promised to love each other for the rest of their days. Here’s a little snippet from Talisa’s vows to Joel:

As we move forward, let’s remind ourselves that life is what happens between adventures. It’s the in between moments that mean the most – the journey – the countless days we both come home from work tired and creanky and uncertain of what to make for dinner, when we have to race the cat to the vet in Whitehorse, when the boats motor is too small and we forgot the coffee in the car (but you actually had it all along). And there is a storm and we’re soaked and miserable. Those moments are the ones that are the ones we remember, not the stupid glacier.  The moments where life is real and we aren’t always our best selves…those are okay and these are the moments that will define us as a couple.

Afterwards…

The newlyweds enjoyed an intimate photo session in the forest, along the beach, on the road and had Tacofino to celebrate. All in all, the perfect Tofino experience and elopement. It turns out that Tofino vows for Talisa and Joel sublimely suited their wedding day.

Thanks to Wickaninnish Inn who coordinated everything and provided an INCREDIBLE and beautiful experience for the Bride and Groom. Thanks to Rhonda with Cedar and Rose Lifestyle Salon who was such a lovely person and did a fantastic job on Talisa’s hair and makeup. Last but not least, thanks to Crab Apple Floral Design who made the perfect bouquet and boutonniere.

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Beach Wedding for Kristen + Marc! This beautiful ceremony and reception featured the ultimate ocean view as the backdrop. Family and friends camped for the weekend at Bella Pacifica in Tofino and joined this eco couple as they chose local and handmade options for their special day.

The entire occasion was chill with friends and family helping to make the wedding a memorable occasion. The bride and MOH designed the bouquets and floral as well as the charcutterie boards. Marc and Kristen really went out of their way to stay local and featured libations from the Island – Tofino Brewing Co., Phillips Brewing and Tofino Distillery.

Kristen wore a beautiful tulle ball gown with layered skirt and carried the bouquet of blush dahlias and eucalyptus she had designed herself. She walked down the set of stairs to the beach and met Marc at the ceremony arch. Kristen walked towards Marc who was wearing a navy jacket and shirt with tan trousers.

We love the relaxed feel to this beautiful day and how pretty everything is – from the bride right down to the food! The sparkle lights kept this wedding going late into the evening and created a magic feeling. This beach wedding for Kristen + Marc is the perfect inspiration for an intimate wedding on the water.

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Meet local vendors: event planners, wedding photographers, floral designers, cake artists, beauty specialists and visit beautiful venues!
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Dunja and Paul marry at Black Rock Oceanfront Resort on the west coast of Vancouver Island. The sophisticated feel showcased the venue and the natural yet majestic beauty around them. Ucluelet is famous for the black rock cliffs, and the resort is built around them, including the reception room hanging over the ocean.

It’s no wonder that amazing wedding photos come out of this venue, and Dunja and Paul are no exception! We love the blush pink accents and, of course, the bride’s nails done to match her bling. The ceremony featured the famous patio and its ocean views.

Decor was tasteful west coast featuring blush pink roses (with some in the bride’s hair) and greenery. Lanterns were lit along the walls, and we loved the view guests enjoyed throughout the reception. 

VANCOUVER ISLAND VENUE TIP: Black Rock Oceanfront Resort is truly one of Vancouver Island’s wedding highlights. Nature mixes with urban, and it all comes together in the ceremony balcony and the wine cellar. One of our favorite things is seeing photos of the candlelit twilight receptions featuring the glass wall over the ocean. Be sure to check out this venue for either wedding, elopement, or honeymoon! And an amazing amount of proposals happen here, too – they are ready to help you with anything romantic at this Vancouver Island resort. 

TIP: Dunja and Paul offered their guests dessert options by choosing a sugary confection for their wedding cake and a gluten and dairy-free cake. This is so considerate for guests who may have dietary restrictions. Your guests will thank you!

Be sure to enjoy the video!

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Akane & Justin’s family elopement on Chesterman Beach in Tofino along with a few family and friends. The gorgeous images we are able to share of their special day were the result of their photographer, Erin Wallis, being a little in love with them! Here are Erin’s thoughts about their beautiful Vancouver Island wedding day.

“Akane and Justin are my kind of humans. Their story is colourful, full of chance meetings and different countries. They traveled from their home in Romania to Tofino for their destination elopement. Their elopement, my kind of elopement. Her visions and priorities were her beautiful kids, family, Tofino beaches, dress, flowers, hair, and me. Laid back, love fueled, beautiful event.  If you think you need a million hours of coverage, just for the record… I was with them for a total of 2 hours of photography.  I definitely can not do a big wedding in that amount of time, but an elopement with a few of your faves… I can do.  I love Tofino elopements, Tofino anything really and it appears, judging by the amount of time I spend on the west coast, it is a favourite of my amazing couples as well.  The moment I set foot on the property I knew I was going to fall in love with their celebration.  Akane was calm, sweet, caring and I absolutely fell in love with her energy and infectious laughter. I loved how she just carried on mothering her boys although it was for sure going to mess up her hair/makeup and dress… she laughed it all off.  That’s when you know, you are onto something good at a wedding.  When the little things are just that, the little things.  Another thing I love at weddings is live music, like when your incredible sister in law has the voice of an angel and sings the bride down the isle. Makes everything more momentous and memorable. How beautiful. How grateful I am, Akane and Justin, to have shared it with you.

Akane & Justin’s Family Elopement on Tofino Beach is a wonderful inspiration for those who wish to marry with friends and family in an intimate setting! 

Photography: Erin Wallis Photography

You are invited to another Tofino Beach Wedding!

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Bridal style is often a matter of where you are marrying – which allows Tofino brides to be as traditional or creative as they wish!  This beach editorial features a Vancouver Island beach bride with her gorgeous floral bouquet filled with colour. We love how the breeze picks up the lace veil topped by a floral crown.  The floral inspiration bouquet features roses and protea framed by dark greenery.

Bridal Style Trend

Stylish floral bouquets are appearing everywhere with long, flowing ribbons wrapped around the stems. The varying colours, lengths and widths create a pretty look against bride and bridesmaid gowns.

You are invited to more beach wedding inspiration! 

Photos by Jordie Hennigar | Floral Design by Norma Jean & Heather Nelson of Crab Apple Floral in Tofino

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