DeLuxe anniversary
Happy 40th birthday to Gastown legend DeLuxe Junk Co. Established in 1973, the consignment store is famous for its rare blend of on-point vintage (1850s to 1960s) and contemporary (the best of present days past seasons). Located on the edge of Gastown at 310 W. Cordova, it has one of BCs best vintage selections and its one of the first places to try when tracking down that trendy accessory or perfect piece of costume jewelry. If you missed their party April 20, head down to wish them your belateds. DeLuxeJunk.com
Say spaaaaah
Located in the heart of downtown, the award-winning Spa at the Wedgewood Hotel offers luxurious services with highly qualified therapists. For the months of April and May, they invite you to enjoy their massages, facials, nail care, and body treatments at a discount of 20 per cent off (Monday to Friday, excluding waxing and spa products).
Are you allergic to your house?
From April 29 to May 5, Merck is setting up a three-room house in the Pacific Centre TD Plaza. Allergy sufferers will be guided through each room to learn about common allergens and what you can do about them. On hand to answer questions will be Vancouver allergy expert Dr. Michael Mandhl and a pharmacist.
Two + Two = Lots of Hearts
After four years on Main Street, Two of Hearts owners Jenny Yen and Tabitha Savoie have opened a second location in Kitsilano. The 1,250 sq.ft. space at 1986 W. 4th brings their locally-owned, neighbourhood vibe to the popular shopping strip. Look for Cici, their in-house, made-in-Vancouver brand, along with a unique selection of Canadian and international lines and jewelry crafted by BC artists. We really are focused on friendly customer service for people who dont want to shop at a mall, says Savoie. That means we will help customers as much as they want and if they need a stylist we are more than happy to find them something that truly fits and looks great. Two-Of-Hearts-Clothing.com
As seen on RSD
The Holy Trinity of #RecordStoreDay @neptoonrecords @redcatrecords & @zulurecords Done & Conquered!!! Now feeding the soul @TheFivePoint wrote @Unseelie_sa on Twitter April 20.
CBCs Lee Rosevere called the internationally celebrated event absolutely nutty and crowds were still strong at Vancouvers independent record stores late into the day, with vinyl-lovers soaking up in-store performances, snatching up exclusive RSD releases and saving with one-day-only discounts. See you next year! #RSD14.
J. Crew times two!
American retailer J. Crew is opening its second Vancouver location a womens-only store in Pacific Centre May 22.
Keeping the romance alive
Actress Elizabeth Perkins was spotted wearing the pure silk Goddess Gown ($285) from Vancouvers Christine Lingerie in an episode of How to Live With Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life).
La Beautique
Join Beaumont Studios for their first-ever boutique, or as theyve taken to calling it, La Beautique. On the last Sunday of every month, an array of Beaumont designers and artists will converge in the gallery and open their doors for an afternoon of showcasing, shopping and socializing. Theyve got handmade jewelry, spells, art, vintage and wine! (Cash bar.) This months vendor line up includes: ZULA Jewelry + Design nature inspired metalwear (pictured); jewelry and spells by Tien; Scheherazade Banoo Tribal Fusion and Belly Dance Wear; Bones & Stones handmade jewelry; Pride Of Lion Premium Vintage and Rod Preston photography. Address: 316 W. 5th. April 28, 12 - 5pm. More info here.
