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Bliss Army builds a chic yoga collection with its Blissology line

Armies—they’re not just for warmongers, ant raids, and New York rockers any more.
New Year’s 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.
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.
Baby Gap's textural dress coat is perfect for pint-sized fashionistas

Baby Gap's textural dress coat is perfect for pint-sized fashionistas

By Amy Lu | December 21, 2011
This precious pink coat is a fashion must-have for your baby girl.
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.
Plenty of fashionable specs at Bruce Eyewear’s annual frames and sunglasses sale

Plenty of fashionable specs at Bruce Eyewear’s annual frames and sunglasses sale

By Michelle da Silva | December 15, 2011
Prepare to see a long line of four-eyed fashionistas outside this Gastown glasses boutique this weekend.
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.
Community Thrift & Vintage opens second retro clothing shop

Community Thrift & Vintage opens second retro clothing shop

By Michelle da Silva | December 9, 2011
Portland Hotel Society’s Community Services Society now operates two vintage clothing, shoes, and accessories stores in Gastown.
Petite Feet shoe sale to bring 30,000 pairs to Vancouver Convention Centre

Petite Feet shoe sale to bring 30,000 pairs to Vancouver Convention Centre

By Michelle da Silva | December 8, 2011
The annual sale, which features popular brands like Sam Edelman and BCBG, is a wonderland for shoe lovers.
Colleen lace sweatshirt is serious fun

Colleen lace sweatshirt is serious fun

By Amy Lu | December 7, 2011
Opposites always attract in fashion, and this party-in-the-front-fitness-in-the-back sweatshirt by BCBG Max Azria is no exception.
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.
Teh Scarf is wearable hope for peace between Israel and Iran

Teh Scarf is wearable hope for peace between Israel and Iran

By Michelle da Silva | December 2, 2011
Three Middle Eastern-born Vancouver-based artists have redesigned the Kaffiyeh with a print of the Canadian maple leaf.
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?