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Hats Off to National Hat Day – hat puns, idioms, excessive alliteration & stylish shenanigans
Keep It Under Your Hat In honour of National Hat Day, I took a field trip to Granville Island Hat Shop, one of Vancouver’s most beloved and iconic stores where I spoke with owners Andrea Rose-Innes (aka the South African one) and Deb Hilton-Wright (aka the English one) about everything hats. Conveniently located inside the Net Loft…
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Top 5 Outerwear Picks of the January Sales
Almost all shops are currently in sale mode. In planning your shopping strategy, it is essential to realize there are standard months in which to get the best prices on the goods you are looking for. Stock up on jeans in October. Buy on-sale luggage in March before the new versions are released for summer…
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One-Word Theme for 2018 – Excuse me. Can I have a word with you?
THANK GOODNESS THAT’S OVER! (jokingnotjoking). I’m not a huge fan of Christmas. Sure, I enjoy some aspects of it. It’s the stress and emotional baggage that accompanies the holiday season I could do without. On the other hand, New Year’s is something I look forward to. As much as I fancy a good party, the…
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Long Pleated Skirt – One Item, Two Stylists
Though it started out as a fringe trend, a long pleated skirt has become more mainstream. It has grown in popularity because it can be worn multiple ways and take you in several style directions. This functional piece would be a marvellous addition to any closet because it’s a cinch to dress up or down…
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5 Stylish Gifts from Vancouver to Add to Your Wishlist
Since this is the time of year for gift giving, a little list of a few items to covet seems apropos. Locally designed stylish gifts are quite easy to find. Here are picks from Vancouver companies that I have on my wish list. You might want to add them to yours. Or, of course, give…
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50 in 50 – Postcards From the Edge of Middle Age
I have written about personal style and aging before, but it recently hit me hard. This Wednesday marks the day I am officially 50 weeks away from turning 50 years old. I’ll be 50 in 50. I’m excited and a little anxious, but determined to greet this milestone with pride, joy and peace. I…
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Velvet Wrap Dress – One Item, Two Stylists November Edition
Velvet Wrap Dress I thought it would be fun to mix things up a bit this month and asked Lisa McLatchie to be a guest stylist in our One Item, Two Stylists feature. Lisa is a super busy and terrifically talented personal stylist, personal shopper and mompreneur from the Toronto area. Lisa believes your clothing and…
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Oh, Velvet! – 6 Party Pieces to Elevate Your Holiday Style
Right now, velvet is having a moment in the fashion spotlight. And with the holiday season upon us, what better time than now to embrace this lush, luxe trend? Velvet is beautiful and tactile, soft and luscious. This season, everything from bomber jackets to jeans, high heels to handbags comes in a velvet version.…
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This Week We Love: Redfish Kids – Clothing for the Courageous
5 Things to Love About Redfish Kids Local You know we’re all about supporting local, stylish businesses. Redfish Kids has been designing and manufacturing with love right here in Vancouver since 2004. Quality We all want well-made and durable kids clothes that have a uniqueness to make them stand out a little. This is a company…
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Style Crush – Lorraine Kitsos Designer/Co-Owner Redfish Kids
Whenever I meet someone whose personal style is a tad out-of-the-ordinary, I can’t help but take notice. When a person’s outfit subtly reveals a glimpse of their personality, it’s like a lure…and I’ll bite. To me, THAT is the art of dressing and precisely what personal style is all about. Our November Style Crush,…