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Hot Valentine's gifts to make their hearts thump

Hot Valentine's gifts to make their hearts thump

By Sarah Rowland | February 9, 2012
For some, Valentine’s Day is a Hallmark holiday from hell. Fair enough. But for others, it’s a sweet excuse to buy their significant other a supercute present.
Mortar & pestle mills it chic

Mortar & pestle mills it chic

By Sarah Rowland | February 1, 2012
Designer Jillian Zdunich left her cushy life in Calgary for Vancouver's Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood in order to launch her clothing label.
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KNOW?SHOW gets to the heart of hip fashion

KNOW?SHOW gets to the heart of hip fashion

By Sarah Rowland | January 20, 2012
When it comes to street-cred style, there are three simple rules to live by: own as many plaids as you can, top every outfit off with a tuque, and never, ever leave the States without hitting up a Vans outlet store.
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Love Jules Leather steps into shoes

Love Jules Leather steps into shoes

By Sarah Rowland | January 18, 2012
Life is pretty sweet for Josh Blodans and Jules Vagelatos.
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Kove crochets a cool new niche

Kove crochets a cool new niche

By Sarah Rowland | January 11, 2012
After watching her mother and grandmother crochet everything from bold afghans to intricate potholders, Kyla Leslie was itchin’ for a li’l stitchin’ herself.
Sun, sand, and a flirty dress to tie the knot

Sun, sand, and a flirty dress to tie the knot

By Sarah Rowland | January 5, 2012
Is it possible to get hitched abroad without compromising your rock ’n’ roll sensibilities? Short answer: Yes… if you have the right dress.
Funky wedding flair for fashionable brides and grooms

Funky wedding flair for fashionable brides and grooms

By Janet Smith, Jessica Werb, and Michelle da Silva | January 5, 2012
From retro cufflinks to bespoke perfume, we've got fun, fashionable finds for every bride and groom.
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New Yearâs Eve dresses go beyond the party at local boutiques

New Year’s Eve dresses go beyond the party at local boutiques

By Michelle da Silva | December 30, 2011
Five frocks from Vancouver shops that’ll have you counting down to midnight in style, but are wearable year-round.
Velvet sweetheart bra top adds retro glam style

Velvet sweetheart bra top adds retro glam style

By Amy Lu | December 28, 2011
Fashion and film go hand in hand, often influencing each other.
Bliss Army builds a chic yoga collection with its Blissology line

Bliss Army builds a chic yoga collection with its Blissology line

By Sarah Rowland | December 28, 2011
Armies—they’re not just for warmongers, ant raids, and New York rockers any more.
How to party in platform heels

How to party in platform heels

By Sarah Rowland | December 21, 2011
There's nothing less attractive than seeing a beautiful girl hobbling along in a pair of sky-high heels, so here's a few pointers on how to rock them this holiday season.
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Morocco meets Gastown at Twenty One Tonnes pop-up shop

Morocco meets Gastown at Twenty One Tonnes pop-up shop

By Michelle da Silva | December 16, 2011
Vancouverite Chessa Osburn has transported her small, online shop dedicated to artisanal imports from around the world to One of Few for the holidays.
In Gastown, the gifting is easy

In Gastown, the gifting is easy

By Sarah Rowland | December 14, 2011
If you haven’t done all your Christmas shopping yet and you still have some fashion hounds on your list, you might want to take a stroll through the cobblestone streets of Gastown.
Vancouver Fashion Showcase corrals city style

Vancouver Fashion Showcase corrals city style

By Michelle da Silva | December 7, 2011
With a whirlwind four days of local fashion events over, Vancouver Fashion Showcase founder and director Florence Leung finally has a moment to catch her breath.
At Anthropologie, Virginia Johnson's scarves wrap up European chic

At Anthropologie, Virginia Johnson's scarves wrap up European chic

By Sarah Rowland | December 7, 2011
Sporting a Virginia Johnson scarf is almost like a secret handshake among high-end, indie-minded fashionistas.
Guys, here's a One of a Kind guide to gifting your fashionista

Guys, here's a One of a Kind guide to gifting your fashionista

By Sarah Rowland | December 1, 2011
At the One of a Kind Show and Sale, you’ll find close to 300 different Canadian designers, artisans, and artists selling their lovingly handcrafted, locally made “One of a Kind” pieces.
This season, Vancouver craft markets are booming

This season, Vancouver craft markets are booming

By Anne Godefroy | December 1, 2011
With such a chilly financial climate, why are increasing numbers of shoppers stepping into the cozy worlds of local artisans?
Stylish finds for your fashion-addict friends

Stylish finds for your fashion-addict friends

By Janet Smith and Michelle da Silva | December 1, 2011
The clock is ticking, the mall is increasingly resembling a scene from Dawn of the Dead, and you don’t know what present to buy the style hound/fashion victim on your Christmas list.
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Retailer lululemon gets lots of attention for promoting Ayn Rand character on its shopping bags

Retailer lululemon gets lots of attention for promoting Ayn Rand character on its shopping bags

By Charlie Smith | November 29, 2011
Company founder Chip Wilson was inspired by John Galt, who was at the centre of the novel Atlas Shrugged.
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Meiku Designs flaunts jewellery with chic B.C. style

Meiku Designs flaunts jewellery with chic B.C. style

By Sarah Rowland | November 23, 2011
Perhaps not surprisingly, Karen Fung’s debut collection pays homage to—you guessed it—Super, Natural B.C.
Art Institute of Vancouver fashion-design grads rock red-carpet cheek

Art Institute of Vancouver fashion-design grads rock red-carpet cheek

By Sarah Rowland | November 16, 2011
There was no shortage of dramatic flair on the catwalk during the Art Institute of Vancouver’s annual fashion show at the River Rock Casino Resort on November 8.
Ski goggles get computerized at Recon Instruments

Ski goggles get computerized at Recon Instruments

By Jack Christie | November 10, 2011
For downhill skiers and snowboarders, goggles are windshields.
Canada Goose outerwear gets down with down

Canada Goose outerwear gets down with down

By Sarah Rowland | November 9, 2011
Canadian Goose is hot right now. And not just because of its high-profile campaigns on the local mountains, but because it has some mad feather-filling skills to back the hype.
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Runway to holiday style

Runway to holiday style

By Staff | November 3, 2011
Glam pants will help you rock a new look for party season this year; plus stylish finds at the pending wave of holiday markets, icy makeup, temporary lip tattoos, and more.
This season, pants make the party girl

This season, pants make the party girl

By Sarah Rowland | November 3, 2011
Swing into the holiday season with metallic skinnies, blood-orange crops, and totally rockin’ jeans paired with unexpected prints, textures, and embellishments.
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