Vancouver’s premier specialty retailer Livestock, and Edmonton-based lifestyle brand Reigning Champ have conducted a collaborative project called “Made In Vancouver”. Inspired by the city’s make up of nationalities and natural elements that surround it, together they produced 2 unique hoodies in 2 different Thermal Pro fabrics. Continue Reading…
For its 2010 Spring/Summer collection, Vancouver-based boot specialists Viberg have re-worked the 245 Oxford Lace to Toe model. Featuring a classic brown suede upper, the shoe is paired with a strong and lightweight Vibram 2021 sole. Viberg products are handcrafted in Canada and are available through www.WorkBoot.com. Continue Reading…
Constructed from 100% Dintex waterproof cotton, the waterproof Chambray Mountain Parka by Wings + Horns features raglan sleeves, adjustable cinch hood and waist with leather toggles, six exterior front pockets (two pleated chest pockets and four double layer flap/slant pockets below), and dual button and two-way Ideal zip front closure. Continue Reading…
Streets of Plenty is a documentary which takes a deep, heart-wrenching look at the problem of homelessness in Vancouver. The 2009 Queens — and Oxford International Film Festival selection is based around a one-month long social experiment in which one man gave up his ordinary life to explore his days and nights as an individual without a home in Vancouver’s downtown eastside. Continue Reading…
Designed by James Lee and Leo Obstbaum, the individual, and team podiums for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics are influenced by the mountain range in the hosting city and surrounding areas. Constructed from Western red cedar and Douglas fir donated by communities, businesses, individuals and First Nations from across British Columbia, the podiums range in size from 4.8 metres Continue Reading…
After winning $1,000,000 in prize money from a Fuel TV short film contest, BC directors and writers Corey Adams and Alex Craig embark on a highly visual journey in Machotaildrop — the story of an amateur skateboarder, Walter Rhum, who realizes his dream of turning pro and riding for the world’s greatest skateboard company…Machotaildrop. The film features pro skaters: Steve Olsont, John Rattray and Rick McCrank in supporting roles. Continue Reading…
Vancouver and Edmonton-based retailer Haven and American outfitters Maiden Noir have collaborated on a second collection which focuses on the upcoming 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. The collection features heavy flannel overshirts, embroidered tees, beanies, and tote bags. The collection features a new logo made especially for the Winter games, and controversially includes the strictly copyrighted Olympic rings. Continue Reading…
Led by Kevin Sansalone and Clayton Larsen, along with a team of very talented snowboarders, filmers and designers, Sandbox have recently released the first look at their new film, Now You Know. Featuring footage taken in December, the first teaser will be followed up by a full teaser in the coming months. Sandbox continues to showcase their experience and passion to produce high quality, marketable and entertaining films. Continue Reading…
Vancouver-based yoga gear specialists, Lululemon have danced around VANOC’s exclusive Canadian marketing rights to Olympic brands by releasing a recent collection under the name: “Cool Sporting Event That Takes Place in British Columbia Between 2009 & 2011 Edition”. The hooded sweatshirts, toques and T-shirts are being sold at venues in Vancouver and Whistler, B.C. just two months before the Winter Games kick off. Continue Reading…
In collaboration with American high-tech fleece engineers Polartec, Canadian outfitters Wings + Horns have developed these high quality thermal blankets to add to their line. Available in grey or black, the soft, breathable, and very comfortable throws measure 42 x 56 inches. These high quality Wings + Horns blankets are available here, and at other Wings + Horns distributors. Continue Reading…