How many of you lovelies have read Anne of Green Gables? Or maybe you watched the movies that were made based on the books? It was one of my favorite books when I was younger. In fact, when I was in 5th grade my family took a trip to Prince Edward Island so my sisters and I could see the farmhouse + woods that inspired the book. :) In today’s fun styled shoot, Stage Right Etc (located in Kelowna, British Columbia) paid homage to the story and setting for Anne of Green Gables while also giving it their own twist – like the awesome tea cup centerpiece!
Gilbert calls Anne “Carrots” when they first meet which makes Anne initially loathe him but it later becomes an endearing nickname when they fall in love. To keep with the carrot theme, Sweet On You make mini carrot cakes for each place setting in a sweet (literally) reference to this nickname. :) Bailey + Yanni, a real couple in love, were their Anne + Gilbert and did an amazing job. The dress “Anne” is wearing was an amazing vintage find! Thanks so much to Jessica Zais Photography for the photos.
In the beginning of the book, Anne renames the tunnel of blossoms Matthew and her ride through from “The Avenue” to “White Way of Delight.” Love that they found a tunnel of blossoms for their dinner location and they even called it out with a cute sign.
So, fans of the book and/or movie, was your favorite scene interpreted above? If not, what was your favorite scene? I’d love to hear in the comments. :)
photography: Jessica Zais Photography (located in Kelowna, British Columbia) // event planner: Stage right etc // hair stylist: Hairpin // cake designer: Sweet On You // makeup artist: Melissa Craven
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I just love this photo shoot and used some of the images for my post on Anne of Green Gables (giving you credit of course). The interpretation is right on; romantic and nostalgic. I especially love the boat photos.
Your site is just lovely,
Rebecca
This is the most awesome thing I’ve ever seen, and all of the details are just perfect! I have already decided that I want the music from the film, Anne’s Theme, in my future wedding, but is truly inspiring!!
This is SO gorgeous!
Love it.
My favorite part is the end of Anne of Avonlea when they meet on the bridge.
are you kidding me?! White Way of Delight?! This took some research to find these locations! Well done guys!
Wow, such a fabulous interpretation! So many little details from the books, too! Now I want an “Anne” wedding….
Seriously! Beyond smitten! I think they nailed in the best kind of way that any busom friend would feel joy over. I swear if all of my girl friends got married like this, I would always be a bridesmaid for them. Haha. Love.
Truly gorgeous. “Anne” is so (ahem) divinely beautiful and “Gilbert” is a dream. :) I love the whole thing and how the book is so perfectly represented.
I just cant stop looking at the pictures. They are as perfect and beautiful as a dream. Just like a fairytale story being pictured. So romantic. Your website is truly amazing.
Thank you so much for all the wonderful comments everyone! I am so pleased that people continue to enjoy this shoot! : D It was definitely on my bucket list to do. : )
I love Anne of Green Gables! Such a cute theme! Carrots! :-)