Italian Nobility in Vancouver: The Barefoot Contessa

Susannah Kennedy

Just walking in brings to mind fairytales: to a young woman in the city, there may be nothing more magical than a whole store full of beautiful dresses. One look at the store and it’s hard not to wonder if you could become an Italian Contessa just by trying on the clothes.

Best of all, this store is a one stop shop. In addition to the great clothes hanging throughout the store, like a flowing maxi dress by Luey Love for $98 or a sweet chemise by Napol for $175, there are great gifts. One in particular is the heart shaped hot-water bottle fittingly called the “heart warmer.” Then on your way home, check out their great accessories like a headband with a peacock ornament that is both quirky and classic.

The store is located at 3715 Main Street in Vancouver. For more information go to www.thebarefootcontessa.ca.