Welcome back to our Summer Fridays Series, where we share the places we love, the moments that make a destination feel like yours, and the looks we’d wear to do it all in.
Today, we’re taking you to Whistler, British Columbia’s iconic mountain town, where snow-capped peaks, glacier-fed lakes and evergreen forests create the kind of summer escape that feels almost unreal. Located in the Coast Mountains, approximately two hours north of Vancouver, Whistler brings together big outdoor adventures and an effortlessly social village atmosphere.
The Look
For a day in Whistler, the Denny Dress from Pink Martini feels relaxed, polished and ready for just about anything. Its lightweight fabric and easy silhouette make it comfortable for wandering through the Village, stopping by the lake or settling in for lunch on a patio. Finished with comfortable sneakers, it’s an effortless mountain-town look that works from morning to evening.
Breakfast at The Den at Nita Lake Lodge
Some mornings are meant to begin slowly, and breakfast at The Den at Nita Lake Lodge gives you every reason to settle in. Located inside Whistler’s only lakeside resort, the restaurant overlooks the peaceful waters of Nita Lake. The menu features fresh, seasonal ingredients with farm-to-table dishes, locally sourced products and greens and herbs grown in the lodge’s rooftop garden.
Lunch at Christine’s on Blackcomb
Getting to lunch is half the experience at Christine’s on Blackcomb. At the top of the Blackcomb Gondola, 1,860 metres above Whistler, Christine’s pairs panoramic views of the Coast Mountains with an elevated but relaxed dining experience. The restaurant serves dishes made with fresh, local ingredients alongside a thoughtful wine list, all enjoyed inside or from its sunny mountaintop patio.
Paddleboarding on Alta Lake
Spend part of the afternoon on the water with a paddle around Alta Lake. Surrounded by forest and mountain views, it’s an easy way to experience Whistler’s outdoors without committing to a major adventure. Paddleboards, kayaks and canoes can be rented near the lake, leaving plenty of time for a swim or a relaxed stop along the shoreline
Dinner at Wild Blue
Wild Blue is an elevated but welcoming restaurant in the heart of Whistler Village. Its seafood-forward menu brings together fresh Pacific Northwest ingredients with Italian and French influences, all served in a beautiful mountain-inspired setting. In the summer, the covered garden patio is the perfect place to settle in, share a few plates and toast to a day well spent in Whistler.
A Night at Vallea Lumina
As the sun goes down, head into the forest for Vallea Lumina, an immersive nighttime walk filled with light, sound and storytelling. Set among the trees at Cougar Mountain, the experience transforms the forest into an illuminated world and offers a completely different way to see Whistler after dark.
