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Sometimes you want to give a gift that goes the extra mile, or should we say, 1.6 kilometres.
Special gifts however, aren’t always an easy task. Fortunately, this special Vancouver-centric edition of our holiday gift guide features brands and products that any local will appreciate. Yes, this is holiday shopping with a West Coast twist.
Happy holidays!
DU/ER — Fireside Denim Pants ($169)
DU/ER crafts high stretch, low synthetic performance pants for men and women. Their denim pants are super comfortable and incredibly durable, perfect for anyone that finds themselves constantly on the go, shifting from a day at the office to North Shore hiking trails to a date night in Gastown. Their new Fireside Denim is the only fleece-lined jean that still feels lightweight for those cold winter days, ideal for anyone that wants to look great without shivering throughout the winter months. You can purchase their Fireside Denim HERE or visit them at their retail location at 118 W Hastings in Gastown to try them on plus see retail exclusives like the all-new Midweight Denim Straight Leg.
Perfect for doers! People who want to be ready for any new and exciting adventure that comes their way.
Novel Supply Co. — Cabin Crew ($108)
Photo: Luke Fahrmann
Celebrate west coast cozy with this gorgeous crewneck sweater from local company Novel Supply Co. Ethically made in Vancouver from natural hemp and organic cotton fabric, each Novel Supply Co. item features gender neutral fits and designs by local artists. This is guaranteed to be one of the comfiest crewneck sweatshirt you will ever put on. If you want to avoid extended shipping times, Novel Supply Co. is offering free pickup in North Vancouver. You can follow the company on Instagram HERE.
Elemental Colour — Sustainable Athletic Tights ($90)
Elemental colour clothing is designed for all technical to leisure lifestyles using sustainable fabrics including bamboo, organic cotton and recycled polyester. All of Elemental Colour’s production is done right here in Vancouver, BC and soon, the company will be offering apparel featuring hand painted designs, the artwork from which will be sold separately.
Perfect for the people around you that love staying fit, happy, healthy and creative.
Navas Lab — Hawkins Zip-Up Sweatshirt ($178)
Navas Lab makes awesome clothing suited for all aspects of a tall guys life, whether that be working, exercising or enjoying a day at the beach (or mountain). If you’re over 6’2”, you know that finding a proper fitting shirt can be kind of nuisance, but fortunately, this Navas Lab staple features a long, clean cut, perfect for anyone that has an easy time sticking out amongst the crowd (literally). The Hawkins zip-up is is made from sustainable midweight bamboo lycra. It’s sharp, refined and super easy to wear you just might sleep in it too. Available in all your favorite regular sizes as well as tall options.
Perfect for tall guys that love to be active and feel their best.
UNIQLO — Ultra Light Down Jacket ($89.90)
This incredibly warm Ultra Light Down Jacket from Uniqlo is absolutely perfect for Vancouver weather! Available in distinct men’s and women’s fits with a variety of colour options, this winter staple is made with a durable water-repellent coating that keeps out light rain and snow. It’s compact, pocketable design makes for easy carrying, so you’re always prepared, no matter what this season throws your way. Hint, it’s going to be a lot of rain!
Perfect for people who appreciate both form and function, love being outside, hate being cold and don’t want their winter wear to ruin their look.
Akuspike — Aku Ball ($40)
Vancouverites love being on the go, but sometimes all that hiking and swimming takes its toll. Aku delivers a high-end acupressure spike ball that helps with stress relief, relaxation, and treatment for sore back, neck aches and other muscle aches. You’ll never have wobbly Grouse Grind legs again! Best of all, it’s super compact and can be taken with you wherever you go, whether that be the ocean, mountain or even the office.
Perfect for people who love being active and have mentioned being “stressed” or “sore” more than once in the last week.
Wild Skincare — Torrent Facial Cleanser ($35.95)
Wild Skincare products aim to capture the special feeling and smells of BC’s ancient coastal Great Bear Rainforest. Their Torrent Facial Cleanser is a combination of sustainably harvested Haida Gwaii kelp, hand picked and distilled Labrador tea oil, Nootka Rosehip and coastal cedar. This cleanser gently works to protect, condition and cleanse all skin types. With Wild Skincare’s subtly curated signature scent, you’ll practically feel the forest and the ocean surrounding you.
Perfect for people who love natural and crave the smell of ancient cedars and ocean air.
