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Let’s face it, weddings are expensive. Once you’ve paid for the dress, the photographer and the bar tab, you might not have a lot of cash left over for decorative mason jars and chalkboard signs. If you’re planning a Pinterest-inspired big day on a budget, check out these Vancouver shops for DIY wedding decor and accessories. [Photo credit: iStock.com/Lisa Thornberg]
For many of us, what we put on our skin during the summer months is as important as where we’re going on vacation. These local Vancouver shops carry sunscreens that not only protect your skin, but also will help you smell, feel and age well, among other benefits. [Photo credit: iStock.com/Alliance]
The art of chocolate making combines precision with true creativity and is on full display around Vancouver. Indulge in your favourite sweet treat — you know that dark chocolate is good for you, right? — at any one of these irresistible shops featuring chocolates that are as beautiful to look at as they are delicious to eat.
Every city has those amazing, out-of-the-way stores that tourists often don’t know about. Whether they’re stocked with beauty products, unique clothing, quirky cards or vintage pieces with a story, these are the essential Vancouver stores that you need to have on your shopping radar. No rainy afternoon is wasted perusing these boutiques while stopping in at cute cafés along the way! [Photo courtesy of Neighbour / Woman]
Harder, better, faster, stronger. For high-tech athletes who are working towards their fitness goals, there are various electronic devices and wearables to help you stay on track, including heart rate monitors, calorie trackers, GPS watches, pedometers and more. Get motivated while on the go with state-of-the-art training technology from these Vancouver shops.
There’s clean, and then there’s CLEAN. When you want to buff, polish, and wipe away dirt and grime from your home, it makes sense to go green with environmentally safe cleaning supplies. Freshen up your space with eco-friendly household products from these Vancouver shops.
Big-box retailers might be convenient, but there’s something special about supporting Vancouver’s one-of-a-kind independent shops. Find unique toys, books, clothes and gifts for your favourite little ones at these locally owned kids boutiques recommended by parenting blogger and yoyomama.ca founder Annemarie Tempelman-Kluit.
The right candle can turn a practical bathroom into a spa-like sanctuary or a plain bedroom into an intimate Goop-worthy oasis. If you’re looking for an easy and affordable decor update, why not add the finishing touch to any room and set the mood with a beautiful candle? These Vancouver shops offer options that are sure to make you wax poetic. [Photo courtesy of Vancouver Candle Co.]
The key to enjoying winter on the West Coast is to be prepared. That means stocking up on seasonal outerwear, sporting equipment and other cold-weather essentials. When the mercury starts to drop and the snow starts to fall on the mountains, these outdoor stores in Vancouver have you covered.
When you’ve got a sugar craving you can’t satisfy with just any old candy or chocolate bar, there’s nothing like finding the perfect candy shop. We’ve put together this list of Vancouver candy shops where you can satisfy your sweet tooth with fudge, chocolate or any candy you crave.
South Korean skincare companies and cosmetics brands have become quite popular in recent years. Famous for their focus on skincare, these cosmetics come with a range of benefits for the skin, including high SPF and moisturizing elements. There are a number of beauty boutiques in the Greater Vancouver area that carry various different South Korean skincare products from affordable and high end brands.
Rain or shine, Vancouver is an active city year-round. There’s no better way to get motivated than to look good while you’re working out. These stores — all but one Vancouver-founded — will get you in gear. Literally. [Photo credit: iStock.com/BraunS]