The ladies behind Hey Jude, a collection of curated vintage that is more high fashion than shabby chic, have opened their new space at 1243 Kingsway. Along with their occasional pop-ups, the duo sells their clothes online at HeyJudeShop.com and at Charlie and Lee boutique at 223 Union. They are also working on creating their own original designs. Keep an eye on this ever-expanding line, backed by two talented ladies.
Fashion Week runs next month
The countdown to Vancouver Fashion Week is on. Designers will showcase their fall/winter 2015 collections from March 16 to 22, during the city’s biggest fashion event. For 24 seasons, Vancouver Fashion Week has produced a runway that celebrates multiculturalism and emerging talent. The designers line up show far to show are: Alexander Sanchez, Alex S. Yu, Blushing Designs, Connally McDougall, Hans Gallo Pohl, Haveney, Hong Kiyoung, JFG Designs, JY Kim, Kate Miles, Laurence Pirnay, LaSalle College, Narumi, Noe Bernacelli, Paloma Sanchez, Teresa Farese, and Rosey Couture. For more info, visit VanFashionWeek.com
High-end pop-up
Check out the Closet Crows pop-up at 140 West Hastings until Feb. 28, where the mantra is “beautiful clothes should be loved again.” The Gastown pop-up will feature pieces that have been gently loved by style-conscious men and women. Closet Crows is an online consignment shop for women with expensive taste but a real-world budget. Rebecca Sherlock, a newborn intensive care doctor and a mother of three daughters, founded Closet Crows. The sale features items such as Diane von Furstenberg wrap dresses, Fluevog Shoes, Kate Spade handbags, and more. Visit Facebook and search for Closet Crows to see images of some of the sale items.
Spring comes to LOFT
The LOFT spring collection is hitting stores and includes sport-inspired dressing, geometric patterns, and springtime dresses. Also, new from LOFT this season is an exclusive collaboration with Brooklyn-based artist Chris Uphues. The collaboration includes a limited edition collection of HEARTS T-shirts ($29.50). The LOFT Spring collection is available at the Park Royal, Guildford Town Centre, and Metrotown LOFT stores.
Jackson Rowe expands line
Vancouver’s Jackson Rowe continues to expand its clothing line this spring. The newest collection includes the bold Isla cardi, a cream cape-like sweater that promises to ward off the evil eye. Other standouts include the earthy-toned, ankle-length Maxwell sweater and the tasseled Sakara vest. Visit JacksonRowe.ca, to see the new spring looks.
