Folio.YVR ☆ Issue 8/9 ☆ Luxury Lifestyle Magazine ☆ Vancouver, BC ☆ Nov/Dec 2019

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PERSONALITIES
DAISUKE NISHIDA 6
PAUL MASON 14
NATALIA VETROVA 20
CULINARY
FRANKIE WE SALUTE YOU! 26
INTERIOR DESIGN
FRANCE LEFEBVRE 32
SAVOUR FAIRE / LOUIS VUITTON 46
LUXURY RETAIL
L'ESPRIT DU LION / CHANEL 56
CHRISTOPHER BATES X LEXUS 62
MADE BY HAND
CATE BROWN 68
AMY SLOSKY 74
OBAKKI X BIDI BIDI 80
FINE ARTS
MIRIAM AROESTE 90
TRANSPORTATION
PORSCHE TAYCAN 100
EVENTS
CIRQUE DE SOLEIL 108
PHOTO CREDITS 118
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Personalities
The Bilt m ore Caberet
Pete Yorn in Concert
2755 Prince Edward Street
Vancouver, BC
October 16, 2019
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Daisuke N
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DEVOA Launches at Le
Leisure Center
950 Homer Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 2W7
October 26, 2019
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ishida
isure Cent er
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Daisuke Nishida is the kind of person
who doesn?t leave anything up for
interpretation when talking about what
inspires him. Speaking through a translator
at Leisure Cent er Vancouver only minutes
before the opening reception of his event
Fut ure Nom ads ? Here t o Go: Prisoners of
t he Hum an Condit ion, he is animated and
open while discussing what led him to
design clothing, and venture into the
world of visual art.
Nishida?s Grandfather was a tailor, he says
through a translator. And his mother
practiced traditional ikebana, which is the
traditional Japanese art of arranging flowers
into graceful and artistic formations.
However, to his family?s surprise, Nishida
started in the world of sport, first practicing
and then instructing wrestling. After this, he
became a medical instructor and finally
forayed into clothing design without any
formal education.
His experience instructing anatomy laid the
technical foundation for his career in clothing
design, specifically his studies of 16th century
Flemish anatomist Andreas Vesalius, who is
known as the founder of modern anatomy,
and published the Fabrica, a collection of
drawings on the human form that were
regarded as revolutionary at the time.
?The way he was drawing wasn?t the exact
human form,? Daisuke explains, referring to
photos of Vesalius?work on an iPad. ?Nobody
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understands why. The part that no one
understands is what I am interested in. I
want to be like him, making new patterns of
clothing that people might not understand.?
These photos show people with their
muscles and flesh exposed, holding graceful
yet unnatural poses, not unlike the figures on
display in his exhibit .
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In 2005, he started the DEVOA brand, based on a booklet of
sketches and design ideas that are still used to inform design
choices to this day. His clothes sit somewhere in the realm of
t ech w ear and high fashion, and he continually pushes the
boundaries of what defines the brand.
A deep understanding of the human body is core to Nishida?s
design philosophy, and it informs the materials and
construction he uses. He traces the seams of his jacket, which
follow a path that avoids being sensed by the nerve located on
the forearm. His trousers are cut with an unnatural line, making
the legs appear longer and slimmer.
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?My experiences m
fashion designer,?
fashion training. ?
human body and
Nishida?s emphas
visual art, as with
the to make cloth
with over 1,000 ye
medium is too pa
One gets the feeli
that are easy.

ade me think that I couldn?t be a normal
Nishida says, referring to his lack of formal
I am trying to present the structure of the
how to present it through my clothes.?
is on learning by doing is apparent in his
his fashion design. The washi paper used for
ing for his miniature figures is an art form
ars of history. His decision to use this
instaking to be considered experimental.
ng that Nishida doesn?t like doing things
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?There is a lot of failure with this,?
Nishida says. ?It?s critical to present the
color, and I mix four colours without
knowing what the outcome will be? the
unpredictability is the most beautiful
part of it.?
Leaving Leisure Center, I walked past
the display space at the front of the
store for a second time. Alongside
several racks of his brand DEVOA?s most
recent collection of men?s technical wear
are several glass cases holding hum an
figures clothed in his designs and held
in dream like positions with webs of
thin chains. A staff member informs me
that these figures are meant to be
fut urist ic form s of t he hum an body,
which are slightly disproportionate to
suggest the idea that the human body
will evolve over time.
In this futuristic timeline, everyt hing
com es in black, including an overcoat
that seems to melt into a canvas of
black washi paper. The clothing for the
figurines is made with this traditional
Japanese art form, which proves to be
one of Nishida?s many specialties.
Nishida?s exhibit in Leisure Center
follows stops in Berlin, Shanghai, and
Kyot o, where each show is designed
specifically for the city that hosts it.
Leisure Center was selected due to his
connection with the owners ? Mason
Wu and MuYun Li - and Nishida states
that even though many retailers sell his
clothes, he is confident that only certain
retailers would understand his
exhibition and want to host it.
His collection and exhibit are sure to be
well received in Vancouver, where
locally-based designers like Arc?t eryx,
Reigning Cham p, and Lululem on are
known to prioritize function and fit
above all else. When asked about style
in Vancouver, he agrees that DEVOA has
a chance to meld into the city?s
tech-focused style. ?People in Tokyo try
too hard,? he says, grinning. ?In
Vancouver, people choose to wear
comfortable clothes.?
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Paul Mason
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Fashion Sant a Slay
Four Seasons Vancouver
791 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 2T4
October 11, 2019
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Paul Mason lights up in a way only
someone dubbed the Fashion Sant a
can. With an encompassing embrace
in the lobby of the prestigious Four
Seasons Hot el in downtown Vancouver, he
greeted me with energy, warmth, and
curiosity. The white-bearded man inside the
suit is eager to let the world know who he
is. In the city for a shoot with
made-to-measure suiting brand Indochino,
he has just returned from set at the historic
Britannia Mine in Squamish, BC.
Paul has built a reputation as one of
Canada?s most notable male models. His
career has included working with
well-known designers, being photographed
by the legendary Pet er Lindbergh, and
walking in fashion weeks across the world.
His Fashion Santa persona saw unexpected
success after appearances at Toront o?s
Yorkdale Mall during the winter of 2015
went viral. Mallgoers took selfies with him in
exchange for donations to local charities.
Several years after his first appearances, he
has trademarked the Fashion Santa brand
and is always on the go, making
appearances and raising money for
charities.
Paul has supported the Sick Kids Hospit al,
Terry Fox Foundat ion, and Hope Springs
Cancer Research Cent re, and ensures that
every Fashion Santa experience continues
to be tied to a charity or non-profit
organization. ?I want to go everywhere with
this character,? says Mason. ?[I want] to
raise awareness and money for charities all
over the globe.? His new charitable
partnerships include the Heart and St roke
Foundat ion, and yet unnamed
environmental initiative.
His media appearances have not only
become more frequent but also involve
trying new things, like shooting a recently
released fragrance commercial for Paco
Rabanne. This stylistic complex desert
shoot featured the original stunt vehicles
from the film Mad Max: Fury Road and a
jean vest-clad Mason observing from the
doorway of a vintage Airst ream 16 trailer.
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Mason will be completing a six-city tour
with Rit z Carlt on Hot els (outfitted in
Indochino) and is looking forward to a
speaking engagement in Moscow in the
new year. Mason says that this travel
schedule can be demanding, but by the
time he is taking selfies with fans, it is all
worth it. Meeting supporters of Fashion
Santa is what keeps him motivated, and he
knows that the more personal connections
he creates, the greater his philanthropic
impact will be.
There is nothing but optimism for the
future of the Fashion Santa persona, and
one gets the feeling that this is because of
Mason?s prolific career. He knows how to
make the most of the spotlight and find
opportunities to grow.
As the driver pulled up to whisk him off to
YVR Airport, I asked Paul which moments of
his career stood out. He smiled and spoke
about 15 years living and working in New
York Cit y, as well as working with Gianni
Versace, Donna Karan, Arm ani,
Moschino, Dolce & Gabanna, and walking
for Dior.
He mentions these names in the same
breath as his current work and looks ahead
to where he can take the persona, and
most importantly how Fashion Santa can
continue to raise money for charities he
believes in.
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Natalia Vetrova
Classically Trained & Capt uring t he World
Wendel Gallery on Granville Island
2nd Floor, 1490 Johnston Street
Vancouver, BC V6H 3S1
October 26, 2019
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FROM WHENCE SHE CAME
To sit in observance of Nat alia Vet rova
painting is to sit in wonder of a creator so
singularly devoted to precision, that it makes
everything on the periphery fade away. In her
studio on Granville Island, which is shared with
her partner, master jeweler Per Wendel Madsen,
Natalia is dressed casually in a black turtleneck
and high-waisted jeans.
Longtime associates, Natalia and I share a
fondness of designer fashion and bump into
each other often as we traverse the boutiques in
Kit silano and Sout h Granville. While she paints,
I would love to talk and compare our latest finds,
but instead, I sit in silence, envisioning the
finished piece. The days fading sunlight is barely
illuminating the room as she puts down the
brush, smooths back her bangs, and gestures
that we move into the anteroom.
In the morning, she is flying to Palm Springs to
undertake a new project for a client who owns
multiple homes in the US. As a commissioned
artist, Natalia taps into her Designer training and
love of physical aesthetics, to create lasting
beauty in homes. Working one-on-one with
clients to understand their vision for a wall,
room, or the entire home, Natalia now finds
herself traveling more frequently as word of her
work spreads.
Recently she expanded her services to include
hand-paint ed w allpaper and cust om canvas
panels for clients who are looking to move their
interior design to the highest level of bespoke.
For clients with multiple homes that wish to carry
a particular aesthetic throughout them, this
approach allows Natalia to work both onsit e and
rem ot ely, and to work on multiple projects at
the same time.
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Exhibiting professionally since her 1995
graduation from the St roganov
Academ y of Art in Moscow , she was
qualified with a Mast er of Art Crit icism
and as a Designer. A journey through
Asia as part of a geological expedition
satisfied her longing for inspiration, and
with a head full of fresh ideas and a
sense of wonderment, she relocated to
Vancouver.
Influenced by both realism and
conceptualism, Natalia displays in her
work excellent technical and painterly
skills that borrow heavily from classical
and mythological motifs. Although her
work contains the atmospherics of
classic surrealism, Natalia?s compositions
are still whimsical and strangely moving.
LEGACY COLLABORATIONS
For the person that appears to have
everything and wants for nothing,
Natalia and Per have created what can
only be described as a legacy
collaboration. Together, with the client,
they custom design a stunning
one-of-a-kind jewelry piece that is
realized in the finest gemstones and
precious metals, followed by Natalia
creating a beautiful painting that
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incorporates the finished piece into the
setting. Imagine the emotion of owning a
stunning bracelet or ring that is
immortalized in a lifesize portrait of
yourself hanging over the fireplace?
To connect with Natalia to view her work,
commission a piece, or discuss custom
muraling, email her here. Her work is always
available for viewing at the Wendel Gallery.

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Culinary
Greta Thunberg & Sustainabiliteens
Climate Strike Rally
Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver, BC
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October 25, 2019
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Frankie
We
Salute
You!
Brian & Christ ina Skinner
# 6 - 1717 Harvey Avenue
Kelowna, BC V1Y 6G3
October 22, 2019
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It was during a 3-day getaway to
the Okanagan Valley that we were
introduced to Frankie, We Salut e You.
A primarily plantbased restaurant launched
by Brian and Christ ina Skinner. The duo
has created a menu that celebrates all things
local as well as paying homage to
their grandfathers, coincidentally both
named Frank.
The Skinner's are probably best known for
their award-winning restaurant, The Acorn. It
was one of Vancouver?s first upscale
restaurants dedicated to plantbased dining
with an additional focus on crafting stellar
cocktails. Located south of downtown in the
hipster enclave that embraces Main St reet ,
the restaurant was recently was listed as the
top vegan-friendly restaurant in the world by
Big 7 Travel.
Brian has earned an extensive list of
accolades having been shortlisted in
Vancouver Magazine?s Rest aurant Aw ard
for Best New Rest aurant in 2013, placed 9th
nationally in Air Canada enRout e
Magazine?s Best New Rest aurant Aw ard
2013, and represented BC in the Canadian
Culinary Cham pionships.
Ready for a new challenge and change of
pace, 2014 saw the Skinner's sell The Acorn
and move their growing family 455-kilometres
east to Kelowna. In a community with limited
healthy food options and a plethora of farms
growing incredible produce, the couple
gambled and launched Frankie, We Salute
You (FWSY) in 2019.
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Their comfort food menu is prepared with
ingredients from local growers and farmers,
and an incredible selection of regional wine,
craft beer, and ciders. Brian and Christina?s
goal is to bring people together with their
food, so it only fits that the food comes from
the community. Everyone is welcome, and
FWSY even has a lit t le hum an?s menu of
food perfect for children.
On their move to Kelowna, Brian says, ?We
live people?s holiday! Lakes, wineries, skiing,
hiking, we love it here. But most importantly,
seeing my son flourish in a quaint little
elementary school amongst wineries and
orchards is huge.?
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Our meal at FWSY was set as part of a
Caesarst one home tour and included a
welcome plate of housemade ?Boursin?
cheese, chickpea fries, and a French 75
cocktail. The cheese melted in my mouth,
and the rice cracker was thick and crunchy.
The table devoured the welcome plate,
appetites whetted.
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A 2018 Joie Noble Blend arrived with
an appetizer of arancini with arugula
pesto, root vegetable salad with feta,
and Okanagan apples. The feta was
incredible and is created by a closely
guarded complicated process that
Skinner explains involves soft tofu and
an emulsifying machine. No further
details were forthcoming, no matter
how much we tried.
The main course was served with a
2017 Spearhead ?Coyot e?Pinot Noir,
fragrant and fruity, the perfect pairing
for the savoury platter that it
accompanied - seared King Oyster
mushrooms with fresh herb polenta,
bundled green beans, and mushroom
jus. Gorgeous and delicious.
While the desserts, served on a
selection of Caesarst one mini-slabs,
were being prepared, Brian spoke with
us about his memories of working in
the city and the wealth of new life
experiences that were being created in
the interior of BC.
A selection of pumpkin cashew
cheesecake, deconstructed lemon
meringue, and coconut hemp
chocolate truffles soon arrived, and
the table swooned. The flavours were
intense, and amongst tablemates, no
consensus was reachable on which
was the favourite.
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A post-dessert conversation
ensued regarding a dish
experienced at The Acorn
years ago, which included an
incredible golden and crunchy
deep-fried brick of rice.
Brian excitedly indicated that
the rice element from the dish
was on the current FWSY
menu. Preparation is an
involved process that starts
with sushi rice that is soaked,
cooked, pressed with weights
to half its size (to create an
incredible density), then
deep-fried. The result is served
with plantbased Bulgogi beef
strips and chili sauce. Skinner
insisted before leaving, we try
the dish, and it did not
disappoint. Savoury, spicy,
tantalizing bites that resulted
in a wonderfully warm
sensation in our mouths as we
made our way into the chilly
Okanagan evening.
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INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
Brian?s journey as a chef began at
just 16 years old when he first
started working in kitchens. A
decade later, his formal training as
a chef began at the Vancouver
Com m unit y College. He received
his Red Seal Cert ificat ion
apprenticing at Bin 941 in 2005,
where he quickly worked his way
up to Sous Chef.
In search of a more profound
culinary education, Brian went to
Europe, where he gained Michelin
St ar experience in top tier
restaurants. He spent time
working in world-renowned
kitchens such as Viajant e and
Sket ch in London, England, as
well as Nom ain in Copenhagen,
Denm ark. He also worked as an
instructor at The Underground
Cookery School in London,
England, where he led fine dining
cooking classes.
Brian didn?t stop there. He acted
at the Developm ent Chef for
Ot arian Rest aurant , the first fully
carbon-foot print ed restaurant in
the world. He was also a member
of the core team to design and
launch production kitchens and
retail outlets in New York and
London with full vegetarian
menus.
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FRANKIE, WE SALUTE YOU
FWSY was designed and branded by
Christina and we enjoyed the casual
atmosphere which paired well with
the comfort food in which the
restaurant specializes. While our
group enjoyed a customized and
elevated menu, the most popular
item, according to community
appetites, is the Frankie Burger.
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?We can sling 50 a day at times...and
I may be a part of eating one or two
of those. Just trying to do my part to
keep the restaurant afloat!?
It is heartwarming (and
heart-healthy) to know that the
offerings at FWSY have been
embraced by the community.
Keep up on what is being
served at FWSY on IG!
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Interior
Design
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Christopher Bates Holiday Derbies
Exclusively at Harry Rosen
CF Pacific Centre
700 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K8
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Fran
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ce Lefebvre
Okanagan Design Obsession
Lake Effect Interiors
9456 Benchland Drive
Lake Country, BC V4V 0A4
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From the moment you enter
Kelowna?s Lakest one community, it
is apparent that the development is
a work-in-progress, but for the families
that have taken up residence amidst the
construction, life is good. In the
Benchlands section, award-winning
interior designer France Lefebvre is busy
finalizing little décor touches that turn a
house into a home.
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For France, the decision to build in
Lakestone was an easy one. She and
her husband wanted to fulfill their
longstanding dream of building their
dream home close to nature. ?This
house was designed with the intent of
being the house where we would
spend our golden years,? she says.
?We wanted a relaxed lifestyle with
lots of outdoor possibilities.? The
property has no shortage this, with
unobstructed views of Lake
Okanagan to the south and west,
easily accessible hiking trails, golfing,
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Lefebvre is a Montreal native, and has
spent ample time living and traveling
across North America and beyond.
Her over 15 years of experience as a
residential interior designer reflects
this, and she brings perspectives from
different cultures and design styles
when she works.
After 21 years living in the United
States with her husband Bob,
spending time in Memphis, TN and
Lake Bluff, IL, they decided to relocate
back to Canada in 2018.
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The interior design choices are directly
attributed to the vibrant blues of the
Okanagan?s water, and the famously
clear skies of the region. A matte dove
white finish on almost every wall allowed
for Lefevbre to play with accent colours
throughout, and to offer breaks in the
pattern of white with warm and organic
textures like tile and shiplap.
According to Lefebvre, although the
oversized island (featuring a stunning
Caesarst one countertop) anchors the
kitchen, everything is built around her
collection of cookbooks. Her collection of
books numbers around 300, and it is
essential that the kitchen be large
enough to display them properly. Each
book finds its home under the island, or
above the refrigerator where they are
backlit for a pleasant effect in the
nighttime. ?I plan to continue to buy
books that I am passionate about,? she
says, clearly not one to rely too much on
old recipes.
Off the kitchen is a wall of windows that
lead to a large patio, from which the
Okanagan landscape provides a
spectacular panorama. It is a perfect
place to start or end the day, with
incredible sunrises and views of lights on
the lake at night. The space feels like one
big living room, as the open design and
flow has the living room, kitchen, dining
room, all blending together.
Caesarstone countertops are used at
several points throughout the home, in
both the kitchens, mudroom, and
bathrooms. The polished St at uario
Maxm ius 5031 is warm with marbling
which complements the white oak
flooring and cabinets fittingly. For
Lefebvre, the benefits of the product
come as much with function as with
form. ?The beauty of this product is in
the proximity to real marble, that it
offers at a better cost and [required]
maintenance,? she remarks.
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Much of her design choices are defined by how
she envisions herself using and living in the
space, which is why the house feels so homey
and lived in, even though they have only been
living there for a little over three months.
The remainder of the house is full of thoughtful
design forms. Corrugated metal covers the wall
behind the lower floor bar area, with inset
lights that showcase a collection of Quebec
Inuit sculptures, making use of an inexpensive
material to showcase treasured art. The master
bedroom, which she refers to as ?modern
mountain style? is a wide space with soft and
peaceful colours.
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Storage is a priority, and Madeli Italian
drawer vanities and Robern mirror
inserted wall cabinets are in
intersection between function and
elegance.
?This home truly reflects how we want
to live close to nature and family, and it
fulfills all our expectations of beauty,
functionality and West Coast living,?
she remarks.
Although the home is built w it h
ent ert aining in m ind, some of her
best memories have been quiet,
solitary moments where the passing
weather and landscape are the focus.
But this is not a homecoming for the
wandering couple who have found
their inspiration through traveling and
experience design. Kelowna is not a
place to come back to, rather a new
chapter in life where memories with
family and friends will be made, and a
career?s worth of thoughtful design can
find a creative new application.
Lefebvre?s recent days at home have
been full of beaut iful m om ent s. On
the day of our interview, she
remembers going to bed the night
before looking out over the shoreline
that was dappled with lights from the
west bank of the lake. ?When you see
the full moon reflecting on the lake, you
know that you live in a very special
place. The best place in the world,? she
says.
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Poetic moments like these come often
in Lake Country, and especially in a
home like this.
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Louis
Vuitton
Savoir Faire 2019
Rosewood Hotel Georgia
801 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 1P7
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Atop one of Vancouver's skyscrapers,
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Louis Vuit t on, in every shape and
form awaits. In a luxurious
penthouse, with a panoramic view of the city, on
the 48th floor of the Privat e Residences at t he
Hot el Georgia, visitors can find the latest
installment of the Savoir Faire series.
INTERNAT
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surrounde
temporar
heritage a
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IONAL COLOURS
n shop room after room of unique but
arranged Louis Vuitton goods. This is
tunity to view exclusive and limited
signer furniture and accessories, while
d by coastal views. The theme of this
y shopping experience reflects the
nd spirit of travel of the brand, which
dates to the 19t h cent ury. Its location inspires
each installment of the Savoir Faire series. In the
past, this has included Aspen, Los Angeles, and
Mexico.
When entering the space, the dreary Vancouver
autumn is quickly forgotten. There are bright,
cheery pops of colour and fascinating shapes
throughout the 8,000-square-foot space.
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Multiple pieces from the Objet s Nom ades
collection, created in collaboration with
international artists and designers, are on
display. In the corner sits André Fu's Ribbon
Dance sofa, inviting two people to engage in
an intimate tête-à-tête with its fluid lines and
face-to-face seating. The centre of any dining
room is the dining table. At elier Biaget t i's
Anm ona is a worthy centrepiece. It's rippling
base with a striking cobalt blue interior,
topped with oval glass will be the first thing
any dinner guest will remark on. Finally, in
the living is the work of the Cam pana
Brot hers. Both in matching red, the iconic
Cocoon chair and the curvy Bom boca sofa
are the perfect accent piece, marrying fun,
funk, luxury, and functionality.
LET'S NOT FORGET THE LUGGAGE
It, of course, would not be Louis Vuitton
without luggage and handbags. Throughout
the space, the extensive collection holds new
t reat m ent s to the brand, such as t ie-dye
and w at ercolour, as well as a Canadian
exclusive: a simmering pink Capucines.
Variations of the brand's iconic t runks can
be found, designed to hold items of every
shape and size. Some as specific as tea sets,
vinyl records, and even billiards.
A burst of bird song calls visitors to a small
anteroom where the great Canadian
outdoors has been brought inside. Another
Canadian exclusive is on display here: The
Night Under the Stars trunk. This trunk,
designed for the wilderness, includes a
spot t ing scope and binoculars from Leica,
two stools by At elier Oï, and a pair of
Barber & Osgerby bell lamps - both from
Objets Nomades - as well as cushions
and a blanket.
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Exclusive bags are
pieces on display.
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experience, a Loui
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not the only Louis Vuitton fashion
The walk-in closets are filled with
m the runway and not yet available
ry of the experience does not stop
oking for a more bespoke
s Vuit t on art isan was onsite to
runks and luggage. Visitors could
handbags according to their
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g of the custom piece to be taken
hile the bag is being crafted in
THE LOUIS EXPERIENCE
This exciting by-appointment experience was a must
for any Louis Vuitton enthusiast. Beautiful furnishings
and Canadian exclusives made Savoir Faire the place to
see the distinctive and artisanal pieces the brand is
known for. For those wanting to personalize their
pieces, artisans can help visitors create custom pieces
unique to their tastes.
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L'Esprit du Lion
Chanel High Jew ellery Collect ion
Holt Renfrew
737 Dunsmuir Street
Vancouver, BC
October 23, 2019
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For Gabrielle Chanel,
the mighty lion was
steeped in symbolism.
The magnificent beast served
as inspiration in her work and
her spirit, touching many
aspects of her life.
Chanel was born August 19th
under the sign of t he Leo, the
fifth sign in the zodiac, a
number Chanel believed
would bring her good luck.
The lion also happens to be
the emblem of the City of
Venice, a place near and dear
to Chanel?s heart. Here she
would find herself re-inspired
after suffering the death of
her lover Art hur "Boy" Capel.
The lion would adorn many of
her creations, from suit
buttons to bag clasps. The lion
made it?s first debut in Chanel
High Jew ellery in 2012 as
part of the Bijoux de
Diam ant s collection, one
celebrating the 80th
anniversary of the original
collection bearing the name.
In 2013, the Sous Le Signe du
Lion collection paid homage
to Chanel?s ever-important
symbol as her zodiac sign and
as it represents her beloved
city of Venice.
Based on the lions found in
Chanel?s 31 Rue Cam bon
apartment in Paris, located
above the iconic original
Chanel store, the 2018
L?Esprit du Lion began a new
era of Chanel high jewellery.
She worked the image of the
lion into all aspects of her
apartment. Carved in gilt
bronze or marble standing
proud on tables and sculpted
into the wood of the fireplace,
the lion is there representing
the spirit and spark of
Gabrielle.
The lion is featured in almost
all of the 53 high jewellery
pieces, bold and bright with
diamonds, sapphires, beryls,
and topaz, all set in white or
yellow gold.
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To add emphasis to the power and authority
of the beast, a chain is paired with the lion.
The collection is vast: necklaces, chokers,
bracelets, cuffs, rings, earrings, and even
secret timepieces where a 37.41-carat beryl
hides the watch face in the shape of a
fearsome lion head. There is nothing subtle
about this collection, and each piece is as
mighty as the animal it features.
'Coco' Chanel was a woman known for her
pride and strength of character. She
overcame personal adversity, heartbreak,
wars, and even self-exile with perseverance.
Her journey is much like that of a lion hunt.
Hungry for success, she fought competitors
for dominance in the fashion world.
Chanel?s triumphant return to Paris in 1954
to revive her fashion house after WWII can
be compared to a lion taking back control of
its pride. L?Esprit Du Lion is the perfect
homage to Chanel?s strength and bold Leo
heart. The craftsmanship of each piece in
this collection shows the expertise of
Chanel high jewellery.
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Stay up- to- date with the latest from
Chanel through their Instagram page.
Links to events, podcasts, and more.
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CBates
CAFA Men's Wear Designer of t he Year
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Inspired by Lexus UX Com pact Crossover
2288 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6J 5A5
November 11, 2019
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In celebration of a shared
dedication to no-compromise
luxury lifestyle products for
Canadians, luxury automotive
brand Lexus has announced an
exclusive limited-edition sneaker
collaboration with renowned
Canadian men?s wear designer
Christ opher Bat es.
The inspired footwear is available via
Lexus Bout ique orders at Lexus
Dealers across the country. The
men?s and women?s shoes were
inspired by the Lexus UX - a bold
compact crossover for the urban
explorer, swathed in quality
craftsmanship, edgy design, and
supple materials.
?Style and craftsmanship are core
pillars of the Lexus brand, so we?re
honoured to partner with iconic
Canadian designer Christopher
Bates,? said Robert Tsang, Director of
Lexus in Canada. ?Our shared values
have resulted in a sneaker that makes
an undeniable statement on the
street - just like the Lexus UX does on
the road.?
The fully customized limited-edition
sneaker, produced in Italy like Bates?
clothing line, incorporates many
recognizable design elements from
the Lexus UX itself, such as the
striking Circuit Red colour,
perforated upholstery materials and
signature black and white colouring
from the Lexus F SPORT m odels.
Design inspiration includes the use of
the side profile and signature Lexus
spindle grille, a racing stripe down the
center of the tongue, and tasteful
Lexus branding. Variations in sole
design mark the differences in the
sneakers for both men and women.
?Working with Lexus on this
customized shoe collaboration has
been an incredible experience, one
I?m excited to finally debut,? says
Bates.
?Lexus has long established itself as a
luxury leader in the automotive
lifestyle industry, which draws many
parallels to how I?m building the
Christ opher Bat es brand, and I hope
this is the beginning of a long and
successful partnership.?
The partnership follows an exciting
year for Bates, after being named the
Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards
(CAFAs) Menswear Designer of the
Year, the lead designer at the Monaco
Grand Prix ?Ice White?fashion show,
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namesake brand into Nordstrom
retail locations across Canada.
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OMEGA Boutique
The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
900 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 2W6
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Recycled Fashion - Reim agined Luxury
Studio by Appointment
1480 Lloyd Avenue
North Vancouver, BC V7P 3J9
778.340.2089
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You m ay never have m et
Coco Chanel, but now you
can sit next t o her.
That is the tagline favoured by Cat e
Brow n, an interior designer and founder
of her eponymous brand of re-find and
atelier pillows created from repurposed
designer garments.
Creating cat e brow n, the brand, was her
response to frustrations with the
throwaway tendencies of the fashion
industry. With more than 15-tons of used
textile waste generated each year in the
US alone, she sought to break the cycle of
fashion consumerism, beginning with her
own habits.
Brown noticed how her closet and those
of her friends were often home to
designer garments that hung unworn,
seemingly waiting for the right occasion to
be brought out, and it did not feel right.
She often thought about the effects that
the garment industry has on the
environment, the endless rinse and repeat
of what has turned into 52 micro-seasons
of product per year. While there is still a
stigma against buying pre-owned, there is
a tendency to hold on to clothing for
purely sentimental reasons.
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?It?s time for the fashion industry to have
an evolution,? Brown says. In a past
interview with Desingnow , she mentions
that although donating unwanted clothing
may seem admirable, only 20% of most
second-hand store inventory usually ends
up being sold.
She sought a better way to manage the
surplus of well-made designer goods
looking for a new life. As silhouettes and
styles come and go over time, the one
constant is exceptional material, and that?s
where Brown found inspiration and
ultimately the idea for her business.
Splitting her time between New York and
with her team in Vancouver, Brown has
cut her teeth in vintage and consignment
stores and is inspired by the possibilities of
what she sees on the subway every day.
The soul of both cities is expressed in the
brand.
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?New York really inspired the idea with all
the abundant luxury stores,? she says.
?Vancouver also has a very strong attitude
towards recycling.?
She has high ambitions for the brand,
some of which are already being realized.
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One of her vintage finds now calls
Park Avenue home. ?An
apartment in the sky, rather than
in a landfill. Now that?s progress,?
she remarks. The brand is focused
on building connections with
other companies that have similar
ideals in Vancouver and New York
first, with London, Asia, and
Russia on the horizon.
Many fabrics by Chanel, Louis
Vuit t on, and Herm es can be
found on cate brown pillows, and
a collaboration with these and
other brands is a long-term goal.
Brown likes Alice & Olivia,
Alexander McQueen, and
Vivienne West w ood for their
quirky and colourful attitude.
She draws parallels with
St ella McCart ney and Eileen
Fischer ?s goals of sustainability
and responsible fabric sourcing.
Of course, Brown says, ?Chanel
w ould be an ult im at e goal.?
Surely brands in the haute
couture space would take notice
of someone trying to give
forgotten patterns a platform to
display their timelessness, but
until then, Brown will keep doing
what she does best, digging to
find treasured fabrics to turn into
beautiful interior living
accessories.
Connect with cate brown on Instagram
and bear witness to the incredible
luxury transformations underway
in the North Vancouver studio.
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Amy Slosky
Craft ing It alian Tradit ion in YVR
Franklin Studios
By Appt Only: 1654 Franklin Street
Vancouver, BC V5L 1P4
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Am y Slosky delivers It alian
shoem aking craft sm anship right here
on the w est coast . Her m ade-t o-order and
lim it ed ready-t o-w ear collections are crafted by
hand from start to finish. Every pair of shoes is
created with the knowledge that the right pair of
shoes can not only elevate a look but also how
the wearer feels.
Amy was privileged to study under shoemaking
master Angelo Im perat rice for four years in
Florence, It aly. With over 60 years of
shoemaking experience, his expertise was vital
to forming her into the artisan she is today.
Before becoming a shoemaker, Amy worked in
marketing, experience which she said has served
her well in building her business. She holds her
work to high standards and is a patient and
dedicated perfectionist.
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One of her biggest challenges has been not
in her product but in the concerns people
have had with the slower nature of making
shoes from scratch. Each pair takes almost
40 hours to create, but in the end, you have
a pair of shoes unique to you.
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"In North America, we've only ever known
how to shop on convenience and price, it's
no wonder 'handmade' is a foreign concept
to so many."
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A few years ago, Amy had the
opportunity to design six shoe
models as part of a limited
collection for a label in
Florence. This, she says, is one
of her proudest moments. The
collection debuted at MICAM,
the leading footwear fair in
It aly. From this opportunity,
her models went to stores as
far as Tokyo and Hong Kong.
To Amy, even to be a part of
MICAM was an honour.
"The recognition and interest
from buyers was the catalyst
that kick-started the
development of my brand."
Besides her mentor, Amy is
inspired by creators like
Roger Vivier for his
awe-inspiring creativity and
Ferragam o for his historical
inspiration as a true innovator.
She also admits to an
obsession with Gucci, for their
"lux campy style and
gender-bending vibes."
Though Amy has proven her
skills as a shoemaker, MICAM
a testament to that, her
ambitions do not stop there.
Twice a year, beautifully
dressed men and women flock
to Italy's Pit t i Uom o.
This event is the 'be all end all'
of men's fashion week, and as
a lover of men's fashion Amy's
goal is to take part, "If you're
invited to show at Pitti Uomo,
it doesn't get much better."
While in Florence, when not
studying, she would sit for
hours on Via Tornabuoni, a
fashionable street in the
downtown core watching the
event-goers.
To those who, as she did,
dream of creating beautiful
handmade shoes, she
suggests patience. With only a
handful of shoemakers
remaining from whom to learn
the craft, finding a local
mentor can be difficult.
"It takes years of practice
before you can call yourself a
master craftsman," she said,
"It comes down to how badly
you want it."
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The Obakki Foundat ion
Walrus Design Inc
3408 Cambie Street
Vancouver, BC
November 6, 2019
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The interior of Walrus Design Inc
on Cambie Street is cozy, warm,
and flush with excitement over
the Obakki Foundat ions?St ory of Us
pop-up event and the attendance of its
founder, Treana Peake. The
philanthropist spends a majority of her
time hands-on in Africa with the
foundation. For the attendees, being
able to connect with this dynamic
personality is rare and a not to be
missed opportunity.
Treana?s philanthropic journey began at
only 8-years-old when an anonym ous
envelope of m oney was slipped under
the door of her childhood home during
a difficult time for her family. This
gesture was the catalyst that eventually
impacted over t w o-m illion lives for
the better. To honour the generous
stranger, who changed the tides for
her family, Treana formed the Obakki
Foundation in 2009. With it, she has
built authentic and genuine
connections within the communities
she works with.
The Obakki Foundation?s mission is to
empower women and families in the
most vulnerable areas in Africa. Their
newest lifestyle collection, Story of Us,
is meant to directly improve the
livelihood of fem ale refugees in Bidi
Bidi, Uganda.
Bidi Bidi is the w orld?s largest
reset t lem ent area, where thousands
of women have been displaced due to
the brutal civil in Sout h Sudan. These
women have faced unmentionable
atrocities, lost their homes and
families, and now are starting from
nothing, bravely powering on and
remaining hopeful despite all odds.
On her first visit, Treana was met by a
group of such women when visiting
Bidi Bidi, and together they created the
art which would form the base for
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Not only does each piece of this
collection tell the unique story of
each woman, it directly gives back
to them. The collection includes
homeware and lifestyle articles,
and 100% of t he net profit s from
their purchase go toward the
Obakki Foundation projects.
The Story of Us wall hanging is a
profoundly symbolic
representation of the women of
Bidi Bidi. Three strips of fabric,
representing their past , present
within the camp, and their hope
for the fut ure were woven
together. The woven hanging is as
intricate and different as each
woman?s story, each as worthy of
being seen and heard as the next.
Guests were invited to write a
message of hope on long strips of
rough cloth. these in turn will be
incorporated into the Story of Us
wall hanging. Each city that the
pop-up tours will add more
messages, and so on.
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The foundation opened its first t ailor shop
and t ext ile t raining facilit y in the refugee
settlement area to encourage and teach
skills that will give women the independence
they need.
The Indigo Collect ion of authentic
indigo-dyed homewares, textiles, and
scarves paid homage to the colourful
heritage of West Africa and were all
hand-dyed by Treana herself. The Obakki
Foundation Indigo Collection provides the
women of Bidi Bidi with the ability to provide
for themselves through sewing and natural
dyeing.
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"I have been spending time
studying natural dyeing
techniques and making
indigo for our new
homeware collection, and
it's definitely made me
appreciate the skill that is
involved. It was important
for me to both understand
and respect the process that
goes into the making of
these pieces. After learning
what it takes to create this
beautiful blue colour ? from
growing the indigo and
pounding the leaves, to
spinning and weaving the
cotton ? I personally have so
much more respect for slow
design & for those who
create beautiful pieces every
day," says Treana.
In addition to the indigo,
there is a selection of
mudcloth textile, created
with an ancient m et hod
known as bògòlanfini or
bogolan. This method is
traditional to the region and
originated in Mali, which has
m ineral-rich m ud collected
from river beds by young
men, packed onto woven
cloth, and baked in the sun.
Once the process is
complete, the final product
will have unique and distinct
patterns and designs, much
like the stories of each
woman involved.
On launching this new
initiative, Treana shares:
"Our new homewares
collection is aimed at
respecting the hands that
made it - through
recognizing the cultural
traditions that influenced
the design, by appreciating
the ?maker?behind it, and by
sharing the story of what
steps were required to get
this product from their
talented hands to yours.
Authentic indigo dyeing is
the perfect example of this ?
there is an immense amount
of time, love, effort and
tradition that goes into the
process."
The Bidi Bidi pop-up with its
collection of homewares,
scarves, bandannas, and
kids?t-shirts has moved onto
New York, to be followed by
Toronto and other North
American cities over the next
months.
Are you inspired to help? Visit
the Obakki Foundation
website and learn more about
donating to their projects.
Donate Here
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Parker Street Studios
Studio 221 - 1000 Parker Street
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Bold, bright, and full of
meaning. The works of
Miriam Aroest e invoke powerful
emotions with unidentifiable shapes
and bursts of colour. In her latest
collection, Hum o, the colours seem
to move on the canvas, like drops of
ink in water. Each bloom of colour
could be a physical representation of
human emotions, usually impossible
to touch but always passionately felt.
Born in Mexico Cit y and spending
her formative years as an artist in
Paris and Rom e, Miriam was
inspired by influential artists of
diverse backgrounds. She and her
husband arrived in Canada 29 years
ago.
Her extensive artistic resume boasts
exhibitions and shows across the US,
Mexico, Canada, and France,
curation and art consulting, and
Manager of Art Sales and Rent al at
the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Miriam harbours many passions,
making the constant conscious
choice to enjoy life, "I love exploring,
travelling, dancing, creating and so
many other things,? she said, ?I
believe in love, and I find pleasure in
very simple things."
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Humo (oo-moh) translates as sm oke
in Spanish. Each piece invokes
movement, floating across the
canvas or rising from bottom to top
like smoke in a breeze. Humo was
born of a desire to play and
experiment. Different mediums and
techniques, coupled with her intense
love of colour, brought each piece
to life. Creating this series, she said
involved control and letting go all at
once.
"It is powerful by being immediate,
in the moment, spontaneous. The
story is always biographical,
moments of life, fragments of
memories, and presence."
EMOTIONS OF ART
Pursued by her intrigue in the power
of colours, Miriam depicts authentic
raw em ot ions in her works without
the use of distinct traditional shapes.
Colours, lines, and space work
together to create endless
possibilities.
To her, there is beauty and
satisfaction to be found in the
imperfect. While the observer is
admiring Miriam's work, each piece
becomes an int rospect ive m irror,
directing the focus inwards to how
we speak to ourselves and others to
nurture bliss.
Painting to her is an int im at e and
sensual process, but also akin to
keeping a journal.
"My work has both abstract visual
appeal as well as an underlying
conceptual basis," she said, "I am
fascinated by the inner workings of
the mind, conscious and
unconscious thought, impulse and
defense."
IN THEIR EYES
As an artist, Miriam always hopes
that her work evokes personal
narrat ives in its viewers. Each
deeply personal range of emotions
adds layers of meaning to each
existing painting. Every time
someone looks at a piece again, new
meaning can be felt each time.
?I hope my work stirs, provokes, and
evokes in highly personal, evolving
ways, causing viewers to look, then
look again and in the process,
remain alive and relevant."
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enjoy the adventures of this
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Holt Renfrew
2nd Floor Footwear
737 Dunsmuir Street
Vancouver, BC
October 23, 2019
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Porsche Tayc
Luxury Elect ric Vehicle PopUp Out perform s
Aberdeen Centre
8060 Cambie Road
Richmond, BC V6X 1J7
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The future of Porsche is right here
in Met ro Vancouver. At the
first-of-its-kind Porsche pop-up
store, Porsche NOW, the all-new
all-electric Porsche Taycan was the star
of the show. Two industry giants,
OpenRoad Aut o Group and Dilaw ri
Group of Com panies, came together to
break ground on the construction of a
brand-new Porsche Cent re at the
Richm ond Aut o Mall.
The Porsche Taycan is the company's
impressive first step into the luxury
elect ric vehicle market. This four-door
sedan is sleek on the inside and out. A
wide variety of customizations are
available, including a fully vegan
int erior. Even without a gas engine, it
retains the traditional Porsche feel that
enthusiasts know and love.
The centre of gravity is low, lower than
any other before, making for excellent
handling even at high speeds. The
top-of-the-line model, the Turbo S, boasts
a ludicrously fast 0 ? 100km/h in
2.8-seconds. This vehicle remains a
Porsche through and through, even down
to the sound.
Unlike most current EVs, the Porsche
Taycon has an amplification system to
route the mechanical noise of the
gearbox through speakers inside and out,
giving the ordinarily silent EV driving
experience the sound one expects of a
high-performance vehicle. The Taycan
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Not only does the Porsche Taycan offer the
traditional luxury vehicle feel without the
pollution, the factory it will be
manufactured in is just as green.
Located in Zuffenhausen, Germ any, this
new modern factory will produce a vehicle
that will be carbon-neut ral. The electricity
required to power the plant will come from
renewable sources and biogas for extreme
energy efficiency. This massive undertaking
includes a body shop, paint shop, a plant to
produce the motors and components, and
an assembly hall.
It was only fitting for this groundbreaking
new electric vehicle to be unveiled during
an event at the Porsche NOW pop-up, a
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Richmond's Aberdeen Square, this retail
concept offers a design centre where
customers can custom-build their own
Porsche, an augmented reality visualizer
for clients to experience their dream
Porsche, as well branded Porsche products
such as fashion, watches, eyewear,
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This space serves as a taste of the
partnership between OpenRoad and
the Dilawri. Just hours before the
reveal of the Taycon, representatives
from both companies, as well as
Porsche Canada, broke ground at the
site of the new Porsche Centre
Richmond.
The Porsche Taycan is a welcome
addition to the luxury driving
m arket with its excellent acceleration
and handling, and addition of sound
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Germany means that this vehicle is
t ruly green. The Porsche NOW
pop-up, as well as the coming
dealership in Richmond, are unique
not only for their features but
because they are born from a great
partnership.

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Herschel Canada
347 Water Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1B8
October 24, 2019
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Luzia Cap
David Suzuki F
Concord Pacif
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Vancouver, BC
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Behold Luzia ? A Waking Dream of
Mexico. A dream of the sort that traps
the viewer in its surreal and beautiful
landscape, making it impossible to imagine
waking up. A cast of colourful characters
illustrate the spirit of Mexico, and exceptional
acrobatics and set design make this latest
creation from Cirque du Soleil one to
remember.
The evening performance of Luzia, which was a
special presentation by the David Suzuki
Foundat ion, runs until the end of November at
Concord Pacific Place.
But any hint of the West Coast disappears
when entering the ?Big Top? tent, as the cold
early winter air gives away to the sights and
aromas of a Frida Kahlo-era Mexico.
Drawing heavily on the mythology and
surrealism of Mexican identity, the story
touches on better-known themes, like a dueling
pair of football players performing deft
show-stopping tricks and a Lucha Libre
inspired swinging acrobat act.
These give way to the more abstract elements
like a woman with enormous, silken monarch
butterfly wings attached to her back, acrobatics
reminiscent of Salon Mexico?s golden age of
cinema, and an interaction between the
demi-god of rain and a fierce-looking
puppet jaguar.
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Luzia is Cirque Du Soleil?s 38th original
production since 1984 and bringing the
spectacle back under the Big Top instead of
recent stadium performances is a deliberate
move towards an intimate feel, best
accomplished with a well-chosen storyline
and vivid set design. What sets it apart from
its predecessors, however, is its use of water
on stage, a first for any of Cirque?s
productions.
The production?s name blends the Spanish
luz (light) with illuvia (rain). The illuvia comes
as a cascade of water that falls onto the
performers during particularly climactic
moments before disappearing into specially
built drains in the stage floor, making
moments of the story even more
unforgettable.
The stage is constantly changing as the sun
gives away to the moon or fiery
floodlighting, giving way to a space lit by
hundreds of rotating candles. Twin giant
treadmills change directions at a whim, and
acrobats and performers adjust seamlessly
to their ability to accelerate in a superhuman
way, thanks to a little bit of help underfoot.
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Human animals take center stage
throughout the show, as fauna like iguana,
swordfish, and jaguar flit in and out of the
story. This comes from the Mesoam erican
concept of nagual, which states that the
spirit of an animal lives in every human
being from birth onwards. Surreal
moments arise from acrobats dressed as
hummingbirds, who complete daring stunt
despite costumed feathers and a beak that
surely must get in the way.
The Monarch But t erfly is especially
Em ily Forgot , Inst allat ion
important, given that the show was
IDS West 2019
inspired by the insect?s incredible
Vancouver Convention Centre migration from Mexico to Canada. More
September 27, 2019 than 90 percent of the butterflies that
make this journey have disappeared in the
past 20 years, and proceeds from Luzia
ticket sales go towards the planting of
milkweed, which is essential to the
Monarch?s survival.
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With so many themes throughout, it
can be challenging to summarize
Luzia with one concept. However,
Cirque du Soleil organizers refer to
monumentality as its single unifying
idea. Even as the show becomes
intimate in its temporary tented
home, the performance showcases
st aggering beaut y and a rich
cult ure that is meant to be larger
than life.
From the enormous disc that sees a
transformation in light and darkness
throughout the show to the
billow ing m onarch but t erfly w ings
behind a female protagonist, the
hugeness of the experience takes
the viewer?s breath away. Luzia
shows that the best way to enjoy the
circus is in its most storied way,
anim al-free and under a big top
tent with the action unfolding right
before your eyes.
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ALL CONTENT CREATED BY: HELEN SIWAK,
COLEMAN PETE, AND MONA BUTLER
DISHUKE NISHIDA: AUTHOR : COLEMAN PETE
IMAGE CREDITS:
COVER: HELEN SIWAK OF 'BACIO ROSSO' BY
MIRIAM AROESTE FROM THE 'HUMO' SERIES
TOC: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 6- 25: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 26- 29: BRIAN SKINNER
PAGES 30- 33: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 34- 35: CHRISTOPHER BATES
PAGES 36- 45: DEAN CEBULIAK
PAGES 46- 53: COURTESY OF LOUIS VUITTON
PAGES 54- 55: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 56- 57: COURTESY OF CHANEL
PAGES 58- 61: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 62- 65: CHRISTOPHER BATES
PAGES 66- 67: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 68- 73: CATE BROWN / NATE BOZEMAN
PAGES 74- 79: HELEN SIWAK, AMY SLOSKY
PAGES 80- 87: HELEN SIWAK / THE OBAKKI FDN
PAGES 88- 89: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 90- 97: MIRIAM AROESTE
PAGES 98- 99: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 100- 105: PORSCHE CANADA
PAGES 106- 107: HELEN SIWAK
PAGES 108- 119: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
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