March 2012
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WHAT'S ON YOUR FEET THIS SPRING/SUMMER?
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It’s never too early to start shopping for your summer footwear. We’ve got what you’re looking for , so come in and find a pair you’ll love![[MORE]]
Top Row: Mens Sperry Bahama ($110) , Mens Fred Perry Kingston ($87), Steve Madden Posture Sandal ($72), Minnetonka Suede Ankle Boot $70 Mid: Steve Madden Damian Desert Boot ($82), Steve Madden Bethany...
Going Nuts For Donuts
Cupcakes, macarons, donuts? What do these things have in common…
Aside from being delicious treats, donuts seem to be high on the food radar following the cupcake and macaron trail. My favourite donut places around the city use local ingredients, make them by hand, and are always best served fresh. Don’t get me wrong, donuts are not a new thing, but I am more than happy to jump on...
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MEN'S BRAND: LIFETIME
Founded in 2002 by Reid Stewart and Trevor Fleming, beneath a buzzing light bulb in a dingy basement suite in Vancouver, The Lifetime Collective began as a collaborative group of artists and friends. With clothing as the main focus, Lifetime is inspired by the communities we live in, the places we travel to, and the curious characters that surround us. It is a family-spirited operation...
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SPRING TREND ALERT: MONOCHROMANTIC
One of the key trends this spring is monochrome. Typically, when we hear “monochrome,” we just think of all-black outfits. Full-on, head-to-toe colour other than black is just a bit out of the ordinary to us, but fret not! We’re here to help you ease into it.
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1. M&L Dawson Tape Yarn Pullover, $84; M&L Sylvia Maxi Dress, $55 2. Propaganda Nolita Tank, $29;...
PLENTY MIXTAPE VOL. 7 - PXRTY XN
Spring has started, and although the weather may not seem like its spring these days, let’s all just let loose and bring the warm weather in with a fun dance mix! Starting with some slow jams and moving into some faster tracks from some of our new favourite artists like Elite Gymnastics, Trust and Gang Signs.[[MORE]]
TRACKLIST O F F LOVE - CLOSE TO U GANG SIGNS - PREQUEL HUMANS - AVEC MES...
FEATURED: Dresses
We have been getting many ladies in for that perfect spring/summer dress. Whether you want to wear it to work, to a wedding, or for a date night - the dresses below are great for all of the above.
All three dresses are by Collective Concepts, a contemporary brand that caters to current trends, but at a very reasonable price point!
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HERNANDEZ: LOCAL VICTORIA EATERY
Hernandez is one of Victoria’s many delicious, authentic eateries. Nestled between Yates and Douglas Street, this little joint offers affordable Central American tacos and is definitely sought out by the local foodies!
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What’s really cool about Hernandez is that they have a “fast food menu” and a “slow food menu”. Their “fast food” menu is made to order within 5 minutes and is simple...
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MINK PINK SELECT
The clouds are gone, and it’s time those legs see some sun! We’ve selected a few pieces that will light up the room, and make that transition from the ice age that much easier. Floral prints and chiffon are the number one print and fabric combo for spring, get inspired by Mink Pink, you’ll be glad you did.[[MORE]]
Mink Pink True Romance Dress ($101) w/ M&L Open Cardi...
Spring Love: Patio Dining
The weather can’t make up its mind in Vancouver, but my day dreaming has been pretty consistent. Warm sunshine that stretches into the long evenings shared with good friends, food, and some occasional people watching on a patio. Here are a few of my favourites, but I’m definitely looking to add to the list! Let me know about your local watering hole.
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Chill Winston (3...
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MEN'S : FAVORITES
This week I’ve gathered a few things that have put a smile on my face: stripes, chinos, and nylon jackets. Nautical will always be in, and as a matter of fact, spring and summer are nautical seasons, so dressing up like you’re going to the Hamptons is not out of place.[[MORE]]
NEED: A short nylon jacket for this kind of temperamental weather is the perfect thing to lug around....
Big Blue x Prints
Didja hear? We’ve got printed Big Blue jeans in! If you haven’t heard by now, printed denim is one of the biggest trends for this spring/summer, leopard and florals being the leaders of the pack. Pair with neutral tops or go wild and mix and match with another pattern. And for a mere $65, you can grab one in each print. So what are you waiting for? Get printed!
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Outfit of the Week: Spring Shopping List
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Are you ready for spring? If not, then here’s an easy shopping list for you, with some versatile pieces that will take you into summer!
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Who doesn’t need a straw hat? In Vancouver, mother nature has mood swings, so not knowing if the sun is going to shine down on you, or if a rain cloud is above your head (I hope not figuratively!) you need...
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MUSIC VIDEO PICKS FOR THE WEEK
To start the week off, how about we explore some fresh new music videos from some amazing emerging acts? The videos are great, from dream sequence raves, to football games, to horses in the woods.[[MORE]]
Sa Sa Samoa - Koralleven (Elite Gymnastics Remix)
1990’s rave footage compiled with some fantastic trippy visuals, a testament to the popular late 90’s revival trend. This great...
GET SPRUNG
To help you launch head first into spring with your fave fabric in mind, Ruth has collected some of her favorites from Citizens, Monk & Lou, and 213 by M.Kim. It’s all about being pretty without trying too hard.
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THIS OUTFIT: Denim: Citizens Mandy Highwaist in Floral ($220) / Blouse: 213 by Michelle Kim ($92) / Shoes: Steve Madden Damien Desert Boots / Sweater : Monk &...
SNEAK PEAK : ACCESSORIES
Complete your look with a necklace or two from Harriet Grey and Fade accessories. Whether you’re into crystals, or pocket watches, we’ve got you covered. Perfect for finishing any look this season. Available for purchase in Kits, Metro, Robson, and Uptown.
Vancouver's 1st Macaron Day
Thierry’s colourful assortment of flavours.
On March 20th, Vancouver will be celebrating our first-ever Jour du Macaron, or Macaron Day. Just like fashion, food goes through trends. Last year was cupcakes, and this year has definitely been taken over by macarons. Not to be confused with its coconut friend the macaroon, a macaron is a meringue-based little sandwich treat, usually filled...
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CHINOS: THE MILITARY PANT
Chinos are probably my favorite, if not, my go-to spring/summer pant. They’re lightweight, casual, and easy to dress up or down. [[MORE]]
Chinos originated from the chino cloth (a cloth made in China), which is a twill fabric made with 100% cotton. It’s dyed in various colors, and this spring you’ll find alot of muted colors (greys, mints, and even rose). The staple colors to...
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Spring 2012: Lookbook Behind the Scenes
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We spent this past weekend on location in a little greenhouse just outside of the city. You can’t tell from the photos above, but the weather was grey and windy and brutal - usually not ideal for a photoshoot, but we managed anyway! Keep an eye out on our website (getplenty.com), or if you want to see quick photo updates like the ones above, follow us on...
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Vintage Appeal: The Return of Vinyl Culture
The state of the music world is quite strange these days, everything is digital and cd’s have pretty much become obsolete. But from this digital obsession came the rebirth of interest in vinyl.[[MORE]]
Vinyl not only adds an awesome vintage feeling to any space but also feeds humans need to collect things. Vinyl lasts far longer than a cd or cassette and also depending on the album vinyl...
VICTORIA VINTAGE FAIR - ANNUAL EVENT
This past weekend, the Fernwood Community Centre, also known as the The Big Fernwood, held the VintAgeous Vintage Fair! Filled with over 35 booths of vintage clothing, jewelry, toys, household items, and collectables, it brought in many vintage enthusiasts to find hidden treasures.
[[MORE]]Bella, the cutest pup around, from the popular Sam’s Sideshow Boutique came out and supported Sam’s...
TOTE-ALLY AWESOME
TOTE-ALLY AWESOME- A tote bag might be all you need this season. Whether you’re doing a grocery run, or going for a quick walk to the beach, the tote is everybody’s go-to accessorie! grab one from HERSCHEL or COLAB and get set for spring! Now available in stores!
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HERSCHEL MARKET TOTE : $62 HERSCHEL HARVEST TOTE (Complete w/ laptop padding) : $72
COLAB REESE NYLON SMALL...
STAFF FAVORITES: CREAMY FLORALS
STAFF FAVORITES: The girls are painting the store with different shades of spring. Our staffer Codi, is an expert when it comes to dressing in spring monochrome. Creams, tans and muted pastels make for a nice sophisticated pallet, while staying true to her minimalist style. Check out her outfit inspired by Monk & Lou, Propaganda and Ribbon Luxe.[[MORE]]
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A Week In Instagram
This week we took the dive into the world of Instagram. Here’s some of the weekly happenings - if you have an account, don’t be a stranger. You can find us at @getplenty. If you’re not on the Instagram train, you can also find us on Twitter and Facebook!
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It’s photoshoot week at Plenty HQ. Here is one of our buyers, Marie, wrangling a rack of outfits.
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MEN'S ESSENTIAL: The Oxford Shirt
When it comes to style essentials, the Oxford shirt is at the top of the list. It’s easy, versatile, and can easily be crossed between seasons.
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The Oxford came from an old Scottish fabric mill that began making oxford cloth from cotton in the 19th century. The oxford was one of four shirt fabrics that were also named after famous universities; such as Cambridge, Harvard and...
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SPRING TREND ALERT: FREESTYLE
Easy, effortless dressing will never go out of style, whether it’s for daily wear or a casual weekend. The best part? Oh-so-comfy fabrics and loose, drapey shapes that you can just throw on and forget about!
Here are our picks for the Freestyle trend:
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1. Monk & Lou Sylvia Seamed Dress, $55; 2. Ribbon Luxe Aliya Stripe Tee, $39; 3. Ribbon Luxe Riley Long Sleeve,...
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Listening Now: Trust - TRST
Rising Toronto Electro-Goth pop duo Trust has 2012 looking like it is going to be a great year for music.
Thinning the line between techno and 80’s goth-pop, Trust is the perfect combination of electronica, dancyness, catchyness, and weirdness. Consisting of Maya Potepski (Austra) and Robert Alfons, Trust was born right in Toronto proving the lineage of darker electronic bands is still...
MENS: FRESH OUT OF THE BOX
Here are my picks of the week from FRED PERRY, OBEY, and NAKED & FAMOUS:
Comfortable basics that don’t require a lot of “putting together” to get that “put together” look.
NAKED & FAMOUS SLIM CHAMBRAY IN RED - $138 FRED PERRY SHARP STRIPE TEE - $67 FRED PERRY ZIP HOODIE - $168 OBEY JUVEE ROLLERS CANVAS PANT - $95 DETAILED:
MENS SHOES : NOW AT METROTOWN!
Yes, you heard right! Men’s shoes are back at Metrown! The styles are slowly trickling in, but here is a preview of what’s available in store.
VANS MICHOACAN LACE UP - &67 VANS SLIP ON - $57 TOMS CLASSICS - $57 TOMS CORDONES WAXED TWILL - $82
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CONTEST: How do YOU wear Spring?
Spring fashion is hitting all the stores right now, and we’d love to see how you’re wearing your favourite pieces. Snap a picture of yourself in your favourite Plenty outfit and send it our way! We will have two winners - one will be chosen by the bloggers as our favourite outfit, and one randomly drawn one from all the entries. Winners will receive 25% off their next purchase to...
DIY Nails: Add Some Sparkle!
It’s been a bit dreary lately - I’ve been sick for what feels like forever, and the weather is anything but Spring. How to cheer things up? Adding some sparkle to an outfit never hurt, and this DIY is definitely an easy way to do just that.
Things you’ll need:
A base coat & top coat (Butter London Horsepower, Seche Vite Dry Fast) Base colour (Essie Tart Deco) Your...
