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FESTIVE WISHES! Our love for The Holidays runs deep here at I Like Her Style Vancouver. For those of you who don’t know, we are childhood best friends who share some of our best 1980’s and 90’s Christmas memories together! There have been festive plays and productions created by, hosted by, and starring – US, our tradition of attending the yearly church musical, and Christmas morning phonecalls to tell eachother what Santa brought! Christmas brings out the kid in us, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We hope that your holidays are filled with that same, funloving spirit of joy that we had as young girls. We want to thank the group of amazing women who got involved in this sweet little guide. Choosing to support local businesses that create and share their passions with others brings us such joy. We hope that you find inspiration from the stories and the products found inside. Happy Holidays! Kyla Getty Creative Director
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Photographer: Iulia Agnew @iulia.agnew
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VS DANCE CLUB:
THE GIFT OF DANCE HAVE YOU EVER CAUGHT YOURSELF STARING AT THE DANCE FLOOR, OR WATCHING DANCING ON TELEVISION THINKING “I REALLY WISH I COULD DO SOMETHING LIKE THAT!” This holiday season, make this the year your dancing dreams happen! Dance helps you move in rhythm with your life, all while you have a great time. We’ve got you covered with talented instructors who know how to guide and teach you. No partner or experience necessary! This year why not ask Santa to put dancing under the tree? We can’t wait to meet you...
you’re going to be great!
Happy Holidays from:
VS DANCE CLUB
www.vsdanceclub.com 1050 W. Broadway, Vancouver @vsdanceclub • 778-318-0516
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Meet Flavia Genisans, the founder of Pacific Basket Co. who offers creative and personalized gift solutions for all occasions that inspire a unique experience beyond the initial joy of receiving the gift! PHOTOSHOOT CREATIVE TEAM Photography: Iulia Agnew @iulia.agnew | Makeup: AX Art @axartmakeup | Creative Director: Jody Belanger
Cover Story:
BASKETS FILLED WITH JOY... AND MADE WITH LOVE PACIFIC BASKET CO. HAS BEEN CURATING AND CREATING GIFT BASKETS FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF OCCASIONS SINCE 2001. FROM GOURMET TO SEASONAL TO BABY GIFT BASKETS AND BOXES, EACH GIFT CAN BE PERSONALIZED, BRANDED AND CUSTOMIZED TO SUIT YOUR VISION! Pacific Basket Co. began as a home-based business. At the time, Flavia was working as a freelance web designer, but was looking for something more hands-on. One day, she won a gift basket and liked the idea, but thought, ‘I could do it better’. Immediately she was inspired to begin researching local suppliers, build a website (after all that was her expertise) ...and just like that, she launched her business! From the very beginning, her business attracted such corporate clients as CTV Toronto, who was one of the first with a basket order for Vicki Gabereau (who had just become a grandmother). Not a week had passed and she was contacted by Electronic Arts, now a proud customer for 17 years! Needless to say, Flavia knew she was on to something... and it certainly was the hands-on work she was craving! From that point on, year after year, sales doubled and tripled, to the point where the business outgrew it’s space. As of today, they are now in their 4th location – a 6,000 sq ft warehouse located in Coquitlam with an ever growing team. Throughout her journey, Flavia has learned that success does not happen overnight, it is a slow process. It can even be painful with times of feeling like a failure, but she has never quit…ever! When you’re a small business. you get to know your clients on a more personal level. Flavia aims to always maintain a relationship with her clients... no matter how much they have grown. She says, “We build our gifts with products we believe in and maintaining a great relationship with our vendors is something we truly value. I want our clients to feel as if the basket they received was personally designed and created just for them.” @ilikeherstylevancouver | 2018 HOLIDAY GUIDE
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THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS A TIME WE RECONNECT WITH LONG STANDING CLIENTS WHO HAVE BEEN WITH US FOR YEARS AND HAVE NOW BECOME FRIENDS. THEY COME BY THE SHOP AND WE CATCH UP ON THE PAST YEAR – IT’S MY FAVORITE PART OF THE HOLIDAYS.”
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Flavia was born and raised in Montevideo, Uruguay as the only child of the most amazing, loving, and caring adoptive parents she could have ever dreamed of. Almost 23 years ago, she moved to Canada and married her husband Oliver (who is her partner and key piece of Pacific Basket Co.) They are parents to two teenagers and two dogs, which keep them busy! Flavia is committed to living a life of integrity – both personally and in business. To her that means being loyal, honest, respecting others, and being accountable for her actions. She is also passionate about giving back to the community – she considers it a very important duty.
Flavia is often described as having a heart of gold by those around her – she’s a truly special woman. It’s no surprise that she has a loyal team who work with her to make every holiday season a success – year after year. When you visit the space, it feels like a home filled with joy and laughter. Flavia shares that the reality of the busy holiday season includes working many hours, being on her feet for 16 -18 hours days, 7 days a week. It can be exhausting! “I need upbeat music that keeps me and my team going for the day, as well as energizing scented candles and coffee! As for a favorite Christmas song, I just like anything that we can all sing along to!” Flavia believes the world needs more people who don’t take themselves too seriously and enjoy the moment!
“SURROUND YOURSELF WITH POSITIVE, SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE WHO INSPIRE YOU AND SUPPORT YOU ALONG THE WAY. FIND A MENTOR TO SHARE YOUR IDEAS WITH, SOMEONE WHO CAN GUIDE YOU. DON’T LET FEAR OF FAILURE STOP YOU FROM DOING SOMETHING YOU’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT. THE LEARNING PROCESS NEVER STOPS. BE OPEN TO CONSTANTLY LEARNING FROM NEW GENERATIONS AND NEW IDEAS.”
Pacific Basket Co. is proud to partner with many local vendors, creating the perfect gift that also gives back to small business suppliers right in our backyard. Some of Flavia’s current favourite local brands they carry include - K’pure Naturals, Sealuxe, Woodlot, So Luxury, Canvas Candle Co., Minimoc, Numpfer, The Sweet Life Apparel, Free Reign Apparel, KEWE, Glitter & Spice, New Moon Tea Co., Batch Sweets, East Van Jam ... and more! Happy Holidays from:
PACIFIC BASKET COMPANY @pacificbasket • (604) 552-0249 #23 – 91 Golden Drive, Coquitlam www.pacificbasketco.com
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DeGianni Designs
YOUR HOME TELLS YOUR STORY I have goosebumps in anticipation of the wonderful experiences coming this winter season. The holiday season brings tears and laughter whilst we collaborate about our special loved ones, both present and past that fill our hearts with their traditions and legacies.
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I LOVE TO SET THE SCENE BY MIXING NEW AND STYLISH WITH THE PAST, NATURE, AND THAT ONE PARTICULAR DECORATION OF THE SEASON THAT MAKES THE FINAL SCENE COMPLETE.
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Happy Holidays from:
DEGIANNI DESIGNS
www.degiannidesigns.com @degiannidesigns • 604-302-6740
Traditions, generational keepsakes, and an ornament-filled Christmas tree showcase and represent the special memories of family and friends. The perfect Christmas tree is unique to its creator. I love observing the variations of Christmas trees in my social circle – so perfect they could be seen to have “grown” out of a magazine – or filled with special homemade children’s crafts. My family tree is a Charlie Brown tree, which I must outwit my lovely children, Alissa, Sophia and Teo, to get my way. In their younger years, I am afraid I embarrassed them with their friends, as our tree was not “traditionally” shaped. I find beauty in the simple, the thick solid trunk or the sparse tilted branches. Only lights and years of memories, remembered by special ornaments adorn our tree. Now the rest of my house… I love to set the scene by mixing new and stylish with the past, nature, and that one particular decoration of the season that makes the final scene complete. My only rule with clients is “bring meaning to your life”. You must be represented in your decorating. You can take a picture out of a magazine and create a version of the image, but does it tell a story of who you are? When guests walk in the room does it exude those very traits that your “people” admire about you? I often tell clients to purchase items that speak to them. Look for those special pieces that spark their emotion. Finding that piece adds meaning to your design – your vision. I use this philosophy when melding special pieces from the past with new items. Paulo, my partner in crime, will not contest – those special pieces come through my door a little too often for his liking! I enjoy trying things out – mixing and incorporating pieces during renovations and new construction projects. Remember, new finds need to bring meaning, not to just fill a space because YOUR HOME TELLS YOUR STORY. I am so looking forward to helping create and design with you!
Betty Crocker Toaster – Walmart
Metal Birdcage – The Brick
M.H.I. & Home Accents Dish Cloths – Buck or Two Plus
Chocolate Truffle Cake – T&T Supermarket
Wooden Decorative Chicken – The Brick
Modern Farmhouse Ceramic Pitcher – Bed Bath & Beyond Home Trends Kitchen Towels – Walmart
Bergner Whistling Kettle – Winners Home Made Christmas by Yvette Van Boven Cookbook – Black Bond Books
Magazines: Bake from Scratch Holiday Cookies, Food to Love Christmas Desserts, and Food & Wine Holiday Baking – Shoppers Drug Mart
Happy Holidays from:
CENTRAL CITY
www.centralcity.ca @centralcitysurrey • (604) 587-7773
Photographer: Iulia Agnew @iulia.agnew
CENTRAL CITY PRESENTS:
Must-have holiday gifts for the kitchen and beyond curated from Central City’s stores Cooker King Pot – T&T Supermarket KitchenAid Electric Hand Mixer – Bed Bath & Beyond
Ciroa Measuring Cup Set – Winners Modern Farmhouse Ceramic Baking Dish – Bed Bath & Beyond Home Trends Kitchen Towels – Walmart
SAND & STONE JEWELRY FOUNDER AND MAKER KIM LIVINGSTONE SHARES A LOOK BEHIND THE SCENES AT CREATING JEWELRY THAT TELLS THE UNIQUE & BEAUTIFUL STORIES OF HER CLIENTS.
This is YOUR Story. These are your chapters. Some may be short. Some may be long. Some will be happy. Some will be sad. But they’re yours… write them the best you can – a memory you want to wear everyday, a quote you ‘need’ everyday. The day you got married... fell in love... fell out of love... started to find yourself... or love yourself again… the birth of a child... the loss of a loved one... entrusted to me and these two hands. Letter by letter. Thank you for choosing Sand & Stone Jewelry to handle your most precious moments.
Merry Christmas from:
SAND & STONE JEWELRY www.sandandstonejewelry.com @sandandstonejewelry
Who is Kim Livingstone? I am a small town, country music loving, ’78 Bronco driving, mama of two. I notice every sunrise & sunset and love being by the water. I want to make a difference and show my kids what it is to be kind, funny and giving. What is your fave part of the holiday season? Where do I start? It’s everything for me. The music, the lights, the traditions, the get togethers. But mostly, the hope. The feeling that Christmas brings to everyone. It’s truly a heartwarming holiday that brings not only families together, but the world, in a peace that can’t quite be understood.
You’re a mompreneur, how do you find balance over the holiday season? It’s been almost 7years and I’m still learning. I make sure I have dinner every night with them and put them to bed, then make a coffee and go back down to my workshop and work late nights when I need too. They are both in school, and I am very strict with my hours while they are gone. They know mom works and sometimes that means I am writing orders down while we are on the couch or making things while they do their homework. I haven’t perfected balance and am not sure if I ever will, but we are making it work. I think. What is the most rewarding part of your job? Allowing people to get and give meaningful things. When people say, ‘they cried!’ after getting their piece, it makes my heart happy knowing I made a difference in that moment to them. Also seeing people wear my jewelry. They don’t have to get up and put it on. But they do. I don’t take that lightly. It’s a big deal to me.
What makes your jewelry the perfect gift? I think it’s the time. Time put into choosing quotes for someone. Time to choose colors of beads. We can buy anything. But to sit down and really think of someone and what they love, enough to create something for them that they will wear is the real gift. Where do you get your inspiration when creating? Lots of places. Nature, music, seeing a need while talking or listening to conversations. People need to be reminded that they are amazing and can get through anything in their life. I want to create pieces that remind them of that. The mama wraps for example - It’s their babies names and sometimes a quote. So, on those hard, can’t make it to the next hour days, that simple reminder of your ‘why’ is sometimes all you need.
Favorite family Christmas tradition? Christmas Eve is actually my favorite! Pictionary for sure (and a lot of screaming back and forth) appies, drinks and casual fun. Then stockings Christmas morning. I LOVE stockings!
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C H I Q U E B O U T I Q U E
Your neighbourhood gift and party shop We are a one-stop shop for all of your party and giftgiving needs. Our walk-in retail shop welcomes you to come in and choose from our unique gift items available – or to get inspired by our gift basket selection before placing an order. Inspired by Kate Spade and Coco Chanel, we carry everything from clutches to jewelry, fashion accessories, trendy seasonal items, home decor, event decor, stationery, artwork and more! Our superb and careful product selection makes holiday, corporate, wedding, and baby gifts one of a kind. We offer a first-class delivery service and outstanding customer service. We have creative gift solutions for a variety of occasions and themes including: weddings, baby gifts, picnic baskets, fruit baskets and trays for Indian weddings in Vancouver. We have gift baskets for Mother’s Day & Father’s Day, corporate and thank you gifts, birthdays, congratulations, the holidays, housewarming, Secretary’s Day, and Valentine’s Day! We use a variety of stylish and creative wrapping methods that are aligned with the latest trends. Our products are sourced locally, mainly supporting other female entrepreneurs and can be delivered quickly within the Lower Mainland.
KANWAL KAUR TREHAN
Gift specialist at Chique Boutique Happy Holidays from:
Our fashionable approach to the everyday encourages personal style with a dash of charm. After all, we believe in living every day in a chic way! This is Chique Boutique.
CHIQUE BOUTIQUE
1505 W 66th Ave., Vancouver chiqueboutique.ca @chiqueboutiqueyvr • 604-269-0699
GIFT GUIDE PHOTOGRAPHER: IULIA AGNEW @IULIA.AGNEW
PACIFIC BASKET CO. Joyful Times Basket $69.95 www.pacificbasketco.com @pacificbasket
...AND THEN AGAIN Hand Stamped Vintage Silverware $21 www.and-then-again.com @andthenagain
HAYES SWEETS BAKE SHOP Custom Specialty Cookies Contact for pricing @hayessweetsbakeshop
‘ON BOARDS’ Book by Lisa Dawn Bolton $25 www.lisadawnbolton.com @lisadawnbolton
NICHE BOUTIQUE FLORALS Holiday Floral Arrangement $65 www.nicheboutiqueflorals.com @nicheboutiqueflorals
TOPPER CONFETTI Happy New Year Cake Topper $10.50 www.topperconfetti.com @topperconfetti
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CAROLINE CALVERT Personalized Sterling Silver Snowflake Necklace $140 www.carolinecalvert.com @carolinecalvert
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CHIQUE BOUTIQUE The 12 Days of Christmas Cocoa $32 www.chiqueboutique.ca @chiqueboutiqueyvr
PURE BEAUTY BY FARA - ARBONNE Go & Glow Beauty Giftset $94.00 www.farahassam.arbonne.com @purebeautybyfara
PACIFIC BASKET CO. Weekend Brunch Basket $127.95 www.pacificbasketco.com @pacificbasket
HAYES SWEETS BAKE SHOP Custom Specialty Cookies Contact for pricing @hayessweetsbakeshop
PASHMINA ACCESSORIES COLLECTION $9 each Mad Hatter’s Superstore, Located at Central City www.centralcity.ca @centralcitysurrey
‘HOUSE BEAUTIFUL STYLE SECRETS’ Book by Sophie Donelson $46 ‘DOMINO’ Book by Jessica Romm Perez and Shani Silver $45 Black Bond Books Located at Central City www.centralcity.ca @centralcitysurrey
KYTH + KYN Chinese Herbal Tea $11.99 www.kythandkyn.com @kyth_kyn
HEIRLOOM CARRIER INC. Linen Ring Sling $95 www.heirloomcarrier.com @heirloomcarrier
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PYRRHA Handcrafted Sterling Silver Locket $396 www.pyrrha.com @pyrrhajewelry
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LITTLE WHITE HOUSE Wooden Prayer Beads, variety of sizes, $18-$78 Marble Hearts, variety of sizes, $12-$78 www.littlewhitehouseco.com @littlewhitehouseco
EVERLASTING CANDLE Handcrafted Stainless Steel Oil Candle $54 @everlastingcandle
EARRINGS AND STUFF Sophie Sparklers $20 Wire Wrapped Rings $18 each www.earringsandstuff.com @earringsandstuff
GALIANO ISLAND SOAP WORKS Multi-functional Facial Cleanser & Masque $34.95 www.galianoislandsoapworks.com @galianoisland_soapworks
‘LETTERS TO MY DAUGHTERS’ Book by Linda Hollyer $19.95 www.lindahollyer.com @linda_hollyer
CENTRAL CITY GIFT CARD Available in denominations from $5 to $500 www.centralcity.ca @centralcitysurrey
DEGIANNI DESIGNS Gift Certificates Available www.degiannidesigns.com @degiannidesigns
LITTLE WHITE HOUSE Off White Juju Hats, variety of sizes $248-$498 www.littlewhitehouseco.com @littlewhitehouseco
SALT + STONE SOAP CO Rose Quartz Sea Salt Soap $16 www.saltandstone.ca @saltandstone.ca WEST COAST LESLIE DESIGNS Nordic Scarf - 100% Peruvian Wool $125 www.westcoastleslie.com @westcoastleslie
BEAUTIFULLY YOU COLLECTION Teddy Jacket $68.99 www.beautifullyyoucollection.com @beautifullyyoucollection
POSH HOME BOX ‘Elegant Affair Collection’ Box $184.90 shipping included www.poshhomebox.com @poshhomebox
AMARA BLUE DESIGNS Beautifully Delicate Customized Jewelry from $50 www.amarabluedesigns.com @amarabluevan
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BEAUTIFULLY YOU COLLECTION Faux Fur Vest $66 www.beautifullyyoucollection.com @beautifullyyoucollection
PAU CREATIONS CANADA Sassy Coffee Mugs $22 each www.paucreationscanada.etsy.com @paucreationscanada
SAND & STONE JEWELRY Make Time Leather Watch $95 www.sandandstonejewelry.com @sandandstonejewelry
SAND & STONE JEWELRY Personalized Leather Double Wrap Sets starting at $60 and Beaded Bracelet Add-Ons starting at $15 www.sandandstonejewelry.com @sandandstonejewelry
HOWLING DOG JEWELLERY Swarovski Crystal Necklace & Earring Set $49 each www.howlingdogart.com @howlingdogjewels ELIZABETH O. VINTAGE Vintage Cable Knit Sweater $45.00 www.elizabethovintage.com @hollyelizabetho
RAW CANVAS SKIN BAR Luna Bronze Organic & Natural Self-Tanner $20 - $55 www.rawcanvasskinbar.com @rawcanvasskinbar
POSH HOME BOX ‘Champagne Wishes’ Box $59.95 for one time purchase or $54.95/month for 3 months + subscription www.poshhomebox.com @poshhomebox
LITTLE FOX APOTHECARY Plant Therapy & Wellness $9.95 - $64.95 www.littlefoxapothecary.com @littlefoxapothecary
SHOES2GO INTERNATIONAL Chanii.B Grey Laser Cut Suede Bootie $429 www.shoes2go.ca @shoes2go.ca
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