Vancouver baby and children’s wear line VONBON is launching its darling summer collection with an expansion that includes dresses, baby briefs, harem-style leggings, and a sleeveless romper. Founded by local entrepreneur Jennifer Wilson, the unisex baby wear is made from organic, sustainable fabrics. The latest collection also features a charming collaboration with VONBON and Minimoc, makers of adorable baby moccasins. The new collection will be available for purchase at the Maker’s Market, held at Frontier Luxury Flooring on Saturday, May 16, then will be available online at Vonbon.com after Tuesday, May 19. Prices for the items range from $25 to $59.
Bridal pop-up in Gastown
Calling all brides on the hunt for a deal. Truvelle Bridal is hosting a pop-up show and sample sale from May 16-31, noon to 6pm, at 315 Abbott. Discounts will range from 20 to 50 per cent off the retail price. Accessory designs by Catherine Hartley and Olivia will also be available.
Earth conscious fashion show
Eco Fashion Week may have wrapped, but earth-conscious fashion continues in Vancouver with Frameworq’s Upcycled project fashion show, which features the work of upcycling designers on Saturday, May 23 at 7pm at Club FIVESIXTY, 560 Seymour. The event marks the culmination of a two-month upcycling project with a group of independent designers and fashion design students exploring different ways to upcycle used clothes into contemporary, ready-to-wear garments.
Body-positive swimwear comes to Mount Pleasant
Just in time for swimsuit season, body-positive, made-in-Vancouver swimwear line Nettle’s Tale announces the opening of a new storefront in Mount Pleasant. Coinciding with the release of new designs for Summer 2015, Nettle’s Tale is teaming up with a select collective of West Coast artisans to open Neighbourhood Quality Goods.
Local brands joining Nettle’s Tale include MH by Melanie Hull, Harlow Skin Co., Balsam and Vine, Here & Now Botanicals, and Dani Press. Neighbourhood Quality Goods will open its doors at 4301 Main on Friday, June 5.
Blogger to bookmark
Stylist and personal shopper Michelle Addison recently unveiled a new website and blog re-launch. Addison changed up her fashion blog to focus on her daily style, travels, and life as a busy working mom. She shares her functional take on wearable fashion, which gives readers real-life options for dressing in style and comfort. The blog will also feature the “best of” local fashion design talent.
