Sweet stuff, if you’ve been eyeing something at Holt Renfrew (737 Dunsmuir Street), maybe now is the time to buy! On Saturday April 25, “spend some, get some” by getting 10% back on your purchases through Holt Renfrew gift cards. Check out some of my past purchases from Holt Renfrew here and here.
Shop Cocoon (3345 Cambie Street) is a boutique for emerging local designers to showcase their artwork, jewelry, clothing and design in shared retail space. On Thursday March 26, from 11am to 9pm, check out their “Spring Forward” designer launch event for a one-day sale to scope out your must haves for spring. The first 40 customers in the door will receive a free goodie bag worth over $35!
Despite the crazy Vancouver weather, spring is almost upon us and that means getting rid of the heavy winter parkas and exchanging them for a lighter option. Ironically, this new piece in my wardrobe came from raiding my mom’s closet before she left on vacation. A black, three-button tailored, “longer-than-average” BCBG blazer which can only now be labeled as a “boyfriend blazer”.
Occasionally described as retro or vintage, my personal description of The Boyfriend Blazer is more “stylish corporate”. This fairly new label in the fashion world allows a casual outfit to be dressed up with added style, without feeling out of place. Continue reading for five ways to wear The Boyfriend Blazer.
So many sales and discounts going on! Is it the recession or is it just the upcoming spring season? Click below to print out the barcode to use at Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy for a 30% discount off merchandise from March 12th to 15th.
The Challenge: “To reinvent, according to our individual styles, an upscale designer look with either locally designed pieces or items available in vintage and consignment stores. ”
The first thing we saw as we walked inside was the elegant chandalier framed by the storefront window.
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