http://www.straight.com/content/rss/Style en http://www.straight.com/article-172314/japanese-pop-photography-colours-shu-uemura By collaborating with hot cosmetics company Shu Uemura, photographer Mika Ninagawa hopes to achieve North American recognition. 172314 at http://www.straight.com/article-172314/japanese-pop-photography-colours-shu-uemura Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:54:15 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-172314/japanese-pop-photography-colours-shu-uemura#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-172305/sequined-butterfly-blouse This sparkly piece is perfect for holiday parties or any other occasion you feel like looking glam for. 172305 at http://www.straight.com/article-172305/sequined-butterfly-blouse Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:45:23 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-172305/sequined-butterfly-blouse#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-172292/retro-guru-deluxe-ride Although owner Kenny Spada passed away this fall, his partner Rod Ubic is determined to keep Gastown's deLuxe Junk Company running as though Spada were still in the back room. 172292 at http://www.straight.com/article-172292/retro-guru-deluxe-ride Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:04:15 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-172292/retro-guru-deluxe-ride#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-170665/crystallizing-home-style-ethereal-beauty Turning a house or condo into a home requires a few must-have items: throw pillows, floor lamps, and some wall hangings, in addition to comfy furniture and rugs. To that list, Karen Lipsett-Kidd would like to add a few more: crystals, minerals, and fossils. 170665 at http://www.straight.com/article-170665/crystallizing-home-style-ethereal-beauty Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:02:16 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-170665/crystallizing-home-style-ethereal-beauty#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-170663/architectdesigned-gingerbread-houses The first Gingerbread Competition and Charity Auction sees ten Vancouver architecture and design firms crafting the most delicious structures imaginable. 170663 at http://www.straight.com/article-170663/architectdesigned-gingerbread-houses Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:57:55 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-170663/architectdesigned-gingerbread-houses#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-170660/surf-and-skate-companies-turn-ski-hills Staying stylish while shredding the slopes has never been easier as surf and skate clothing brands expand into winter fashions. 170660 at http://www.straight.com/article-170660/surf-and-skate-companies-turn-ski-hills Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:47:44 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-170660/surf-and-skate-companies-turn-ski-hills#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-170655/red-sweater-bag-mexo If you’re still seeing a chiropractor due to the strain of carrying a super-sized handbag, save yourself some coin and pick up one of these fabulous sweater totes. 170655 at http://www.straight.com/article-170655/red-sweater-bag-mexo Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:42:17 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-170655/red-sweater-bag-mexo#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-169732/local-designers-help-dress-different-parties Despite our penchant for just throwing on anything waterproof once the rain starts falling, Vancouver has built a solid reputation for festive attire. Here’s our guide to which labels to wear to which parties. 169732 at http://www.straight.com/article-169732/local-designers-help-dress-different-parties Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:12:50 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-169732/local-designers-help-dress-different-parties#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-169740/holiday-glamourama-eyes-have-it Anyone can have model-perfect eyes this winter with a few simple steps. 169740 at http://www.straight.com/article-169740/holiday-glamourama-eyes-have-it Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:27:49 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-169740/holiday-glamourama-eyes-have-it#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-169741/chic-and-unique-await-seasonal-shows Sick of the mall? Seasonal craft and artisan markets provide chic and unique items for those on your holiday gift list. 169741 at http://www.straight.com/article-169741/chic-and-unique-await-seasonal-shows Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:37:51 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-169741/chic-and-unique-await-seasonal-shows#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-169743/canadian-classic-sees-cool-new-twist The new Richmond-based line Granted is putting cool twists on the classic Cowichan sweater this season. 169743 at http://www.straight.com/article-169743/canadian-classic-sees-cool-new-twist Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:57:47 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-169743/canadian-classic-sees-cool-new-twist#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-169753/tuques-supercuffs-suit-your-tyke Cozy, colourful, and chic kids' winter styles are popping up all over the Lower Mainland this season. 169753 at http://www.straight.com/article-169753/tuques-supercuffs-suit-your-tyke Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:22:25 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-169753/tuques-supercuffs-suit-your-tyke#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-168947/skiers-turn-glow-season Skiing has a bright future. And not just because the world's most popular winter sport has regained its long-standing edge over its upstart rival, snowboarding. Why? Because neon is officially back in fashion. 168947 at http://www.straight.com/article-168947/skiers-turn-glow-season Wed, 05 Nov 2008 12:53:11 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-168947/skiers-turn-glow-season#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-168864/ageold-crafts-see-hip-new-twists-market Knitting, weaving, felting, and hand-stitching are all featured at this year’s Circle Craft Christmas Market (November 11 to 16). 168864 at http://www.straight.com/article-168864/ageold-crafts-see-hip-new-twists-market Wed, 05 Nov 2008 10:01:32 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-168864/ageold-crafts-see-hip-new-twists-market#comments Style http://www.straight.com/article-168837/john-casablancas-institutes-fashion-show-marks-30-years On the evening of November 3, graduates of John Casablancas Institute's Fashion Arts program celebrated in style with a fashion show. 168837 at http://www.straight.com/article-168837/john-casablancas-institutes-fashion-show-marks-30-years Tue, 04 Nov 2008 16:01:08 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-168837/john-casablancas-institutes-fashion-show-marks-30-years#comments Style