New Store Opening in Vancouver
We're opening a second store in Vancouver this Thursday. To say we're excited about it is an understatement.
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Dear Frances Bean Cobain
In response to Frances Bean Cobain's recent acquisition of the rights to her late father Kurt's name, likeness, appearance, and intellectual property rights, Vancouver-based writer and musician, Mish Way, wrote an honest and heartfelt open letter to the enigmatic woman, now 19. Questions we've always wondered, like "What does it feel like to know that at any given moment, in any given public place, at least half of the men around you idolized your father? Do you think about this stuff? Sorry, I’m doing it again." will make your heart swell. Read it on the Cultist Zine website. - Jennilee
Inventory Stock Looks
Above are some early Spring looks from Inventory Magazine for this often tricky transitional season. This month has been full of ups and downs as I go from wearing a jacket one day to sunglasses and shorts another. Check out more looks they've put together here. -Bob
Ilia lip color
In my ongoing quest to green my makeup routine, I've come across some everyday keepers (Tarte mascara, Korres mineral powder)—but when it comes to my lips, natural brands haven't quite been up to snuff. I like lip color that's sheer but ultra-bright, and—this is crucial—free of shimmer or wet shine. For that I'd been resigned to some chic but not-so-earthy brands containing parabens, mineral oils, and other drying, chemical crap. Finally, the perfect hybrid is here: Ilia, which makes 85% certified organic, botanical-based lipstick and tinted lip conditioners in vivid, interesting, sparkle-free colors that any Balenciaga-loving, Hanneli-following fashion-phile would be happy to wear. My new staple: Shell Shock, a bright pink-orange that moisturizes like butter and looks like a faint wash of electric Kool-Aid. -Eviana
Beth Richards Swimwear
Vancouver based designer Beth Richards has launched her debut collection for SS 2012, inspired by icons. Through her love of early street and skateboard culture, her inspiration draws from the iconography of the cross, the local only tags from Dogtown, and the glam supermodels of the '90s, including Cindy Crawford and Kate Moss. These badass functional Italian-made suits can be worn on the beach or on the streets as bodysuits, and even protect the wearer from harmful UV rays with UPF 50+. They're available at Roden Gray and Tailored Goods in Vancouver and online on Net a Porter. - Jennilee
Haphy by Alex Heilbron
Vancouver based painter Alex Heilbron presents her first Vancouver solo exhibition at Shudder Gallery (433 Columbia St.), titled "Haphy". She describes Haphy as "a whimsical, non-sense word that describes a partial feeling half-way happy". Four years of Alex's work, which is described as "a narrative referencing '70s style cartoons and modernist paintings" will be presented in a light-hearted but emphatic exhibition that is a response to the habitual interpretation of contemporary art. The exhibition opens on Thursday April 19 and runs until May 5.-Jennilee
Hana Pesut
Hana Pesut's Switcheroo photo project is making us see double. Pesut casts duos, shoots them against a range of diverse backgrounds, and then has them switch outfits and positions for a second nearly identical image. The result is a wonderful set of photographs that make us smile and laugh, while at the same time have us questioning gender roles in our society and the world of fashion. We love it!
Inventory Magazine Launch Party
Inventory Magazine has launched their anticipated 6th issue with features on vintage dealer Bobby Garnett, Batten Sportswear, Tory Leather, and Visvim. I'm honoured to have a photo essay in the issue too. In celebration, they will be hosting their West Coast launch party at the Inventory Stockroom (45 Powell Street) tonight, March 30. The combination of good people, nice clothing, drinks and new reading make the event something that shouldn't be missed. If you can not make it, the magazine will be available at these selected retailers. - Jennilee
Tutto Bene
"Tutto Bene" is a joint art exhibition that will feature the work of 01 Magazine co-founder Nathalee Paolinelli, alongside Phillip Melvin, Joey Haley, Jonathan Petersen, and Barry Doupe. The opening reception takes place Friday, April 6 at Interurban Gallery (1 East Hastings) and is curated by Vancouver-based artist, Mark Delong. Be sure to check out the artworks, especially this amazing larger than life sized hamburger made by Francisco Grassi in collaboration with Nathalee! - Jennilee
"Lieu De Culte" Adieu Installation
Mexico based artist and Adieu clothing designer Melinda Santillan made a beautiful installation for us at the 01 Magazine Pop Up space called Lieu de Culte. Playing with the idea of altars and cult objects, the 01 Magazine space window (8 E. Cordova at Carrall) will act as a “Lieu de Culte” (place of worship) with rotating installations until March 31. - Jennilee
Here and Elsewhere Interviews Jeff Hamada of Booooooom
"Looking for new work every day has become a sort of ritual for me. I enjoy the curatorial aspect but the most exciting part for me is the interaction with the readers. I get a rush seeing a whole bunch of submissions get sent in after launching a new project. So in a way the site just sort of happens to be about art, it could be about anything as long as it allowed me to connect and communicate with people."—An excerpt from an interview with Vancouver-based Jeff Hamada of the ever inspiring phenomenon of a website, Booooooom. Be sure to look through the other interviews on Here and Elsewhere, ran by some great creatives that work with major cultural institutions in Vancouver. - Jennilee
Victory Garden's Launch
Just when I was thinking about growing my own balcony herb garden, along comes Victory Gardens, a new urban farming business by Lisa Giroday, Sam Philips and Sandra Lopuch. Their goal is to work with the community, transforming front yards for food production, facilitating workshops (“Grow Your Own Pizza”), and providing education and planning tools for the new urban farmer to grow what they eat. This Friday is their launch party and silent auction with amazing pieces donated by Collage Collage, Gravity Pope, Beth Richards, Dace, Community Vintage and more. See you there 7-11pm at Nelson The Seagull (315 Carrall St.), Vancouver. - Jennilee
I've Plumbed the Depths of this Whole Zone
There are two things that are making me look forward to the opening of the upcoming group exhibition "I've Plumbed The Depths of This Whole Zone" at Shudder Gallery (433 Columbia Street) in Vancouver this Thursday. Firstly, the great group of local creatives: Jeffro Halladay, Lee Henderson, Michelle Jukic and Shay Semple. And secondly this amazing artist statement. Show runs till February 11, see you there. - Jennilee
Interactive Jellyfish Swarm
How amazing is this Jellyfish Swarm art installation at the Vancouver Aquarium? Made out of origami and individually lit up by LED modules, the British Columbia-inspired jellies change colors based on human interaction. (Via My Modern Met)
A Common Thread
A Common Thread is one of the best style blogs I've had the pleasure of stumbling onto. Lots of ladies and gentlemen with great style but some of my favorite content are these cropped details. - Bob
Becky Brisco
Becky Brisco is an incredibly talented Vancouver based industrial designer whose line of objects and jewelry seem to be better described as artifacts. Her thoughtful collection is carefully crafted and heavily influenced by whimsical qualities of her childhood, history, antiques, and folklore. Becky's first Holiday pop-up shop will take place at the 01 Magazine Pop Up Space (#8 East Cordova) from December 8-23. Warm drinks for all this Saturday! - Jennilee
(Photo via Seth Fluker)
Jennilee Marigomen
Ladies and gentlemen, please give a warm welcome to our newest blogger: Jennilee Marigomen from 01 Magazine! Based out of Vancouver, this incredibly talented photographer will be giving us a Canadian perspective on things (and we have a feeling it's a little different than South Park or Degrassi make it out to be). Welcome to the team, Jennilee!
Ephemera Friends
Illustrations by Vancouver based artist Mark Hall-Patch, painted in water color on 4" by 6" pieces of paper. The whole series of originals, not print duplicates, are for sale on his etsy shop.—Bob
Canadian Sweater Company
The Canadian Sweater Company has been making sweaters since 1977 but the traditional Cowichan sweaters have been made by the native people of Vancouver Island since the late 1800's. They come in cable knits, geometric patterns, and my personal favorite: animal motifs. Unleash your inner Lebowski! -Bob
Dirty Beaches "Lone Runner"
The Dirty Beaches Lone Runner EP comes out today. And if you haven't watched the heartbreaking video for "Lone Runner," you should do so now.
