Vancouver Must Shop: Oliver & Lilly’s
The best way to describe this fashion shop is to compare it to a Woody Allen film: It is understated, full of heart and impossibly charming. It also happens to carry some of the chicest threads we’ve...
View ArticleBeauty HotSpot: Varnish
There’s nothing like a good manicure to have you feeling extra-fab, and this salon has created some of the most impressive nail-art fashions we’ve had the pleasure of laying our eyes on. But it also...
View ArticleVancouver Gem: Blubird
Brace yourself for a really big designer-infused treat. This shop carries labels from all over the world, like Helmut Lang and Vince, plus cool-kid labels like Elizabeth and James and A.L.C. If...
View ArticleWinter Necessity: Collective Skin Care
Each season brings its own wardrobe revamp: new coat, new boots, new makeup… But what about your complexion? It also needs a lift to survive the changing weather. Owned by skin guru Kathryn Sawers,...
View ArticleNew Vancouver Location: L’Occitane
The famed French brand has opened its latest location at the Oakridge Centre. Each and every product is beautifully packaged and smells so good that you’ll consider having it for dessert. Believe us...
View ArticleGastown’s Old Faithful takes craftsmanship to the next level
For those of you who long for the simpler days of yore, this shop is for you. Major emphasis is placed on providing quality goods and promoting simple everyday living. Expect to find beautiful...
View Articled a c e exceeds our most fashionable expectations
Since launching her first women’s clothing line in S/S 2002, Dace Moore has collected more than her fair share of fashion fans and for good reason. Season after season, her new styles possess...
View ArticleRebecca Bree satisfies Vancouverite’s sartorial cravings
Owned by the oh-so-lovely Rebecca Rawlinson, a Vancouver-based stylist and fashion devotee, this boutique has managed to strike that magical balance between wearable luxury, fashion-forward style and...
View ArticleJoe’s Jeans takes denim to the next level
This denim powerhouse has finally established its first retail location in Canada. The store features the brand’s signature line as well as other drool-inducing blues and accessories for women, men...
View ArticleErin Templeton’s lustworthy leather for the win
Born and raised in the mountains just outside of Vancouver, designer Erin Templeton feels really tied to the BC aesthetic – and it shows in her work. Erin and her designs are well known among the...
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Local Love: Beaches Swimwear
As we all know, options are key when it comes to shopping for a swimsuit. The pros behind this White Rock boutique are stepping up to the plate with enough styles and sizes to flatter any body type....
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Love Your Body With Sublime Swimwear
With 280 square metres of retail space, you can expect lots of options when you step into this St. Albert destination. There’s a massive selection of bikinis, one-pieces and everything in between....
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Channel Old Hollywood With Cuche Bikinis
Trends may come and go, but there’s something to be said for the classics. Designer Eden Rausch is a man who knows what we’re talking about. His swimwear is sophisticated, flattering and chic, thanks...
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Beauty Mark Hits The Mark
Beauty buffs, be warned! You will definitely walk away lighter in the pocket after setting foot in this Yaletown boutique that specializes in hard-to-find niche brands. Names like Kiss Me, Cargo and...
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We’re Smitten With Butter Beauty Parlour
Though you can’t always judge a book by its cover, with this beauty bar, what you see is what you get. And what you get is a stylish, easygoing atmosphere and quality service. We were sold the...
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Escape With Sante Spa
This spot sets itself apart from traditional spas by focusing on therapeutic treatments that benefit your mind as much as your body. This includes massage therapy to help with muscle tone and with...
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Bling Is Best! Vancouver’s #1 Nail Bar
If we had to choose a mani/pedi spot in Vancouver, this would be our top pick each and every time. Located in Tinseltown, Bling is a favourite with celebrities, and for good reason. This place is a...
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Tap Into Your Inner Zen At The Shangri-La CHI Spa
The hotel is world-famous, so it’s no big surprise that its spa is equally as impressive and enchanting. This is indulgence done right, and it’s easy to see that even the smallest detail has been...
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Sundrops Spray Tan has the Midas touch
If diamonds have secured their spot as a girl’s best friend, then glowing, sun-kissed skin has the second-place ribbon on lockdown. We (as well as multiple Hollywood beauties) are obsessed with...
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Edmonton Hot Spot: Studio J Spa
This is where girlfriends go to catch up and where no finger or toe is left unpolished. As a multi-service spa, the hot spot has all of your other beauty bases covered as well. We’re talking expert...
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Let your eyes do the talking with Noir Lash Lounge
You’d be hard pressed to convince us that there’s anything sexier than long, luscious lashes. Check out this mini-chain when considering eyelash extensions for a special occasion, or just to test out...
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Beauty Alert: Project Skin Vancouver
As one of the hottest dermatology centres in Vancouver, this is the place to take your more serious questions. Rosacea, scars and even excessive sweating can be treated here. Oh, and that tattoo of...
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Get your fab on with Frilly Lilly
Stepping into a Frilly Lilly store is like walking through the wardrobe and entering Narnia. The decor is whimsical, the products smell good enough to eat and the services are designed to make every...
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LYNNEsteven: A Gastown Staple
If the world is our oyster, this store is the pearl. Not one to follow trends, it sets them. The styles carried remain classic without sacrificing their edge, which is what keeps us coming back season...
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8th + Main Takes Vancouverite’s Style To The Next Level
Having just opened in February, this Mount Pleasant gem is truly the new kid on the (8th) block and is the destination of choice for funky yet hip and feminine pieces. It is easy to see why it has...
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Must shop: Moulé
If you’ve never been lucky enough to experience love at first sight, we suggest that you get yourself here, stat. This is our number one pick for ladies on the hunt for items that are made to last as...
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Loft 82 adds dimension to Granville Street shopping
Believe us when we say that walking into this store is a breath of fresh British Columbian air. What started off as a pop-up shop in downtown Vancouver quickly evolved into a Granville Street staple....
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Get your denim fix at Dutil
Being celebrated as Canada’s hot spot for denim does not happen by accident. Specializing in everything from classics to hard-to-find labels and chic must-have brands from around the globe, Dutil...
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The Suasian Persuasian
An island favourite, this shop offers one of the most carefully curated and well-chosen selections of denim, clothing and accessories. Expect to see names like Citizens of Humanity, Rich & Skinny...
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Shoe Fetish: Vancouver’s Rowan Skye
Oh, how do we love thee? Let us count the ways. You have some of our favourite shoe labels, including Pour La Victoire, Repetto and Wolverine. Your selection of quality leather boots that go with...
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Little Burgundy Makes The Grade
Gals who let their shoes do the talking walk into this store to get their Nikes and Dr. Martens – plus any colour or style of Converse you could possibly dream up. There’s nowhere else that offers...
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Vancouver Spotlight: El Kartel
Among the hustle and bustle of downtown Vancouver’s Granville Street lies a beloved art-inspired boutique that has been providing sought-after retail for gals and guys alike since 2003. The clothing...
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Foot Fetish: Umeboshi Footwear & Accessories
In this store’s selection of carefully curated and artfully crafted soles, you can expect to see gorgeous leathers and classics with a twist that you will have no problem handing over your...
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Vancouver Must: John Fluevog
These shoes have a way of making us feel a little bit cooler than we would without their assistance. This can be credited to the fact that nobody creates a shoe quite like this designer, who says...
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Victoria CityScape: Footloose
When it comes to a lady’s shoe wardrobe, there is no such thing as having too many options. This Victoria footwear store is sympathetic to our needs and delivers all of the goods we could ever ask...
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Victoria’s Magical Emporia
Modelled after the charming shops that you’d find in the likes of New York, this is a must-visit home-and-lifestyle boutique. The store itself plays host to a carefully curated mix of decor and...
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Vancouver CityScape: The Cross
If you haven’t been to this Yaletown staple, we strongly suggest that you drop what you’re doing (or maybe wait until after you finish this article) and plan a visit. Primarily an interior-design...
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LOULOU Loves: XOXOLAT
Pronounced sho-sho-la, this is an edible gallery consisting of all things gourmet chocolate. With a brand-new location in Yaletown, it serves up some of the most unusual, beautiful and downright...
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Gift Guide: The Dirty Apron
For those of you with culinary-inclined loved ones waiting to be crossed off your gift-giving list, might we suggest forgoing the stale crackers and jars of runny homemade jam this season? Instead,...
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Check Out: Vancouver’s Secret Location
When not impressing Lower Mainland foodies with its tasting room, this store collaborates with big-name international bloggers like The Man Repeller and Kayture to showcase an impressive array of...
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