Drake General Store brings Canadiana
Toronto’s Drake General Store will debut in Vancouver downtown Hudson’s Bay Topshop on Oct. 1. Chock-full of nostalgic Canadiana style, Vancouver shoppers can now experience the Drake’s eclectic brand – inspired by the classic hotel gift shop. The original Drake General Store opened in 2008 beside the Drake Hotel, Toronto’s landmark for culture. The Vancouver store will include local treasures, design must-haves, travel necessities, cutting-edge fashion and accessories, and nostalgic goods that feel distinctly Canadian.
Fashion fundraiser
St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation is presenting a Fairy Tale fundraising gala to raise vital funds for St. Paul's mental health and addiction medicine programs. Called Brilliant! A Show for Mental Health, the fashion and dance event is on Saturday, Sept. 26 at the Commodore Ballroom. This year, the creative team is putting a new spin on 18 classic fairy tales, including Alice in Wonderland, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, and Little Red Riding Hood. TV personality Fiona Forbes will host the live auction featuring seasoned auctioneer Howard Blank, followed by a fairy tale runway extravaganza of fashion and dance, all capped off by dancing to a set by DJ Leanne. For tickets, or to donate online, visit Brilliant.HelpStPauls.com.
Sweet Charlie opens
Check out the designer duds for the infant to four-year-old crowd. Sweet Charlie Boutique is the newest addition to Kitsilano. The charming children's boutique offers stylish offerings in clothing, accessories and gifts for little ones with brands ranging from local favourites to niche international brands such as Huxbaby, Tiny Cottons, Mini Rodini, Oli and Carol, Donsje Shoes, and Tiba and Marl changing bags.
VFW returns for fall
Vancouver Fashion Week returns for its 26th season featuring local and global designers from Sept. 28 to Oct. 4. VFW has confirmed more than 70 designers who will show off their new collections this season, including international names Naoko Kuroishi and Green Embassy, along with local favourites Eliza Faulkner and Alex S Yu.
