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Just in time for swimsuit season, former Vancouverite designs bathing suits made out of recycled ocean litter

Old and "ghost" fishing nets are among the waste that's transformed into swimwear.

Over 180 "makies" setting up shop at Make It Vancouver's annual spring show

Taking place from April 20 to 22, the event will feature a selection of handmade homewares, clothing, cosmetics, pet goods, and more.

Nifty for Fifty blowout returns for 11th year with 30-plus local designers on deck

The designer sale will feature quality, handmade goods from Metro Vancouver makers, each of which will be priced at no more than $50.

Made on Salt Spring to bring over 40 artisans to Vancouver this weekend

Taking place from March 23 to 25, the event offers everything from wheel-thrown tableware and décor to handcrafted jewellery and bags.

Lifestyle label Laurence & Chico to host trunk show in Vancouver, with standalone concept café to come

The Vancouver- and NYC–based brand will present garments in Yaletown as a preview to the café, which is slated to open in May.

Student-made, recyclable paper gowns once again get limelight at Oakridge Centre

An exhibition showcasing the upcycled results of a project from Langara College's design-formation program is on display until March 27.

Locally and ethically made fashions on show at First Pick Handmade's spring edition

More than 30 Canadian designers will converge in Mount Pleasant to sell "slow fashion" garments on March 17 and 18.

Nordstrom marks Lunar New Year with month-long pup-themed pop-up

Treat yo'self (and your four-legged pals) to apparel, accessories, and treats dedicated to man and woman's BFF.

Lululemon teams with Roden Gray for hyperlocal menswear collab

The two Vancouver-based companies have created the technical athleisure collection of your dreams, gentlemen.

LunarFest 2018 rings in the Year of the Dog with 100-plus pups and an auspicious 888 lanterns

Visitors at Oakridge Centre will be able to take in exhibitions celebrating Lunar New Year until February 25.

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Style Choices

Just in time for swimsuit season, former Vancouverite designs bathing suits made out of recycled ocean litter

Over 180 "makies" setting up shop at Make It Vancouver's annual spring show

Nifty for Fifty blowout returns for 11th year with 30-plus local designers on deck

Made on Salt Spring to bring over 40 artisans to Vancouver this weekend

Lifestyle label Laurence & Chico to host trunk show in Vancouver, with standalone concept café to come

Student-made, recyclable paper gowns once again get limelight at Oakridge Centre

Locally and ethically made fashions on show at First Pick Handmade's spring edition

Nordstrom marks Lunar New Year with month-long pup-themed pop-up

Lululemon teams with Roden Gray for hyperlocal menswear collab

LunarFest 2018 rings in the Year of the Dog with 100-plus pups and an auspicious 888 lanterns

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