http://www.straight.com/content/rss/style en http://www.straight.com/article-601421/vancouver/hot-valentines-gifts-make-their-hearts-thump 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. 601421 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:00:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-601421/vancouver/hot-valentines-gifts-make-their-hearts-thump#comments Sarah Rowland http://www.straight.com/article-601441/vancouver/look-pretty-pink-adorable-lace-shirt The soft hue, scalloped edges, and cropped length hit spring’s hottest trends, and the retro feel suits the ’50s fashion comeback. 601441 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:56:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-601441/vancouver/look-pretty-pink-adorable-lace-shirt#comments Amy Lu files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_KoolThing_Lace_230_opt.jpeg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_KoolThing_Lace_230_opt.jpeg http://www.straight.com/article-601451/vancouver/retro-pops-velveteen-vintage-and-beggars-banquet Two new, monthly pop-up shops to satisfy vintage-lovers and fashionistas who live for the thrill of the hunt. 601451 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:05:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-601451/vancouver/retro-pops-velveteen-vintage-and-beggars-banquet#comments Michelle da Silva files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/velveteen.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/velveteen.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-596256/vancouver/mortar-pestle-mills-it-chic Designer Jillian Zdunich left her cushy life in Calgary for Vancouver's Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood in order to launch her clothing label. 596256 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:48:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-596256/vancouver/mortar-pestle-mills-it-chic#comments Sarah Rowland http://www.straight.com/article-596276/vancouver/claris-leopard-print-coat Chilly temperatures and cozy fur go hand in hand, but finding vintage fur in good condition or faux fur that looks legit can be impossible. 596276 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:30:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-596276/vancouver/claris-leopard-print-coat#comments Amy Lu files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_KoolThing_2301.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_KoolThing_2301.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-593171/vancouver/sorel-yenz-boots-add-some-practicality-winter-styling Winter temperatures bring the endless style saga of finding warm boots that look cute. 593171 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:05:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-593171/vancouver/sorel-yenz-boots-add-some-practicality-winter-styling#comments Amy Lu http://www.straight.com/article-588866/vancouver/knowshow-gets-heart-hip-fashion 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. 588866 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:01:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-588866/vancouver/knowshow-gets-heart-hip-fashion#comments Sarah Rowland files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/style_2301.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/style_2301.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-586136/vancouver/love-jules-steps-shoes Life is pretty sweet for Josh Blodans and Jules Vagelatos. 586136 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:58:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-586136/vancouver/love-jules-steps-shoes#comments Sarah Rowland files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_StyleWatch_LoveJules2_2300.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_StyleWatch_LoveJules2_2300.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-580926/vancouver/kove-crochets-cool-new-niche After watching her mother and grandmother crochet everything from bold afghans to intricate potholders, Kyla Leslie was itchin’ for a li’l stitchin’ herself. 580926 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:25:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-580926/vancouver/kove-crochets-cool-new-niche#comments Sarah Rowland files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_StyleWatch2_2299.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_StyleWatch2_2299.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-575431/vancouver/sun-sand-and-flirty-dress-tie-knot Is it possible to get hitched abroad without compromising your rock ’n’ roll sensibilities? Short answer: Yes… if you have the right dress. 575431 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 19:15:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-575431/vancouver/sun-sand-and-flirty-dress-tie-knot#comments Sarah Rowland http://www.straight.com/article-575491/vancouver/funky-wedding-flair-fashionable-brides-and-grooms From retro cufflinks to bespoke perfume, we've got fun, fashionable finds for every bride and groom. 575491 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 19:00:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-575491/vancouver/funky-wedding-flair-fashionable-brides-and-grooms#comments Janet Smith, Jessica Werb, and Michelle da Silva files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_Bites_Calvert_2298.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_Bites_Calvert_2298.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-573851/vancouver/new-years-eve-dresses-go-beyond-party-local-boutiques Five frocks from Vancouver shops that’ll have you counting down to midnight in style, but are wearable year-round. 573851 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 03:49:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-573851/vancouver/new-years-eve-dresses-go-beyond-party-local-boutiques#comments Michelle da Silva files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/NYEmain.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/NYEmain.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-571376/vancouver/velvet-sweetheart-bra-top Fashion and film go hand in hand, often influencing each other. 571376 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:16:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-571376/vancouver/velvet-sweetheart-bra-top#comments Amy Lu files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_KoolThing_2297.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_KoolThing_2297.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-571371/vancouver/bliss-builds-yoga-army-chic Armies—they’re not just for warmongers, ant raids, and New York rockers any more. 571371 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:10:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-571371/vancouver/bliss-builds-yoga-army-chic#comments Sarah Rowland files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_StyleWatch0_2297.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_StyleWatch0_2297.jpg http://www.straight.com/article-567681/vancouver/how-party-platforms 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. 567681 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:34:00 -0800 http://www.straight.com/article-567681/vancouver/how-party-platforms#comments Sarah Rowland files/imagecache/mobile_image/images/wide/FAS_Heels2_2296.jpg files/imagecache/mobile_image_thumb/images/wide/FAS_Heels2_2296.jpg