VKFW Magazine - Spring Summer 2018

Modern Comfort and the Fantastic Little Foxes VKFW SPRING SUMMER18

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This September VKFW entered into its third season, aiming to inspire and educate the young talents of tomorrow in exploring their horizons, passion and creativity - providing a stage to kids designers from across the world, and young talents to show their greatness, and this season was even more incredible than our last.

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MEET THE TEAM:

ON THE COVER

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PHOTOGRAPHER: VS Image, 2070 - 9111 Beckwith Rd. Richmond BC CLOTHES Lil Haven, lilhavenco.com Vancouver Canada

VKFW DIRECTOR Jia Seung

ART DIRECTOR Patti Yabut

EDITOR Emma Tyrchniewicz

CONTRIBUTOR Hiloni Jhaveri

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Vancouver Art Scene

Hair and Make-Up Trends

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#VKFWSTYLE

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Fall Winter 2018 Trends

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CONTENTS

28 30 ’s 40 Hospital Foundation Winter Get-Away

SS18 Runway Review BC Children

45 46 Modern Comfort and the Fantastic Little Foxes

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SS18 Trend Report Vancouver Fashion Week

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FEATURED BLOGGERS The VKFW Magazine is proud to announce our featured mommy bloggers this season! Presenting a bevy of experienced mothers, with each offering their own unique invaluable insights on parenting, shopping, and life with kids in general. They’ll answer all the questions you have had but never knew the answer to, and even some you never thought to ask – discussing topics like travel, product reviews, DIY’s, and delicious recipes too. Can’t get enough? Follow our featured bloggers online, for even more indispensable tips and tricks on the topics that matter to you!

Reginia Lok Von - Valeio Reginia Lok Von is a kinesiologist, mama of two girls and runs Valeio, a wellness blog. She writes on finding strength and wellness in a variety of ways and features healthful recipes and quick workouts that are also kid- friendly! She wants to spark inspiration in others to fall in love with nourishing the body and mind through movement.

Jean Thomas-Hamilton Jean Lomas-Hamilton has a husband, two daughters, a cat, and a lot of thoughts. Her blog, this slow process, focuses on parenthood, identity, and the ebb and flow of suburban family life. Jean started blogging as a way to document her experiences as a new parent, and was selected as one of VancouverMom.ca’s Top 30 Mom Bloggers of 2016 just a few months later. Her writing has also been featured on Scary Mommy, Sammiches & Psych Meds, and the Huffington Post. Jean is a sucker for a beautiful breakfast, but usually ends up eating cereal standing up.

Diane Rolston - Dynamic You™ Diane Rolston is a leading authority on being a Dynamic Woman™ and living a Dynamic Life. After leading 300+ events and programs, speaking on international stages, and becoming an author while raising two young children, Diane is the expert on work/life balance while getting things done! As an Award Winning Coach for Leadership and Business and the CEO & Founder of Dynamic Women™ in Action, an expanding community where women grow their network while building their net worth, Diane empowers female leaders worldwide. Just like in her blog, she motivates her audiences, shares tangible tools and the truth always with a touch of humour. Diane believes we are more powerful and happy living as ourselves, and should ditch our titles and roles. Her work culminated in her book Dynamic You™,where she reveals the secret code to confident, wealthy and successful women leading readers to unleash their own Dynamic Woman™!

Lara Leontowich Lara Leontowich is a mother of two spirited boys who are 10 years apart. She is the publisher for Urbanbaby & Toddler Magazine, the voice for young urban families in British Columbia. The magazine focuses on baby and toddler product reviews, contests, mom and baby/tot programs, expert articles and family fun events. At the heart of magazine’s success has been one key goal: To effectively enable moms to be inspired, empowered and enlightened.

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Vancouver Kids Fashion Week presents its Spring Summer 2018 showcase with its third issue of VKFW Magazine..

TRENDS

What’s hot and trendy. From the latest kid street styles to our tips and tricks for mommy, daddy and the whole family.

UP & COMING

Watch out for new designers, their stories, inspirations and how they plan to change the fashion industry.

BRANDS

Whether it’s local or international boutiques we’ll bring them to you in our bimonthly show and magazine issues.

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#VKFWSTYLE Tag us at #VKFWStyle for a chance to get featured.

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Mila - @hairbymonika.q “Little Girls With Dreams Become Women With Vision...”

London - @londonaveryrobertson “️Pride 2017...”

Elan - @beingelan “That look because she wants to do more cartwheels...”

Sabrina - @_life_of_sabrina_ Khatsalano Festival Streetstyle Winners

Adeline - @plaid_thursdays “Adeline has been rocking some sweet, albeit very #pink, outfits lately...”

Alexis - @misslexiem “Waiting... waiting... waiting for spring!! for @alligatorpie wearing @halabaloonyc.”

Shanaya - @shanayathekidlegend “Little angel posing...”

Mina - @minananalee “#playhard #studyhard #vankids #vkfwstyle #kidsfashion #kumon #chicboostyle...”

Kehlani - @kehlanitoeun “Getting chilly now #keepingupwithkehlani #vkfwstyle #luxeandrosearch...”

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BEHIND K’PURE Founder of K’pure Natural Body Care tells us the story behind the brand and how it started I’m Karen Johnson, the creator of K’pure Natural Body Care. This business kind of happened by accident. Seven years ago, when our youngest son (we have 3 boys and a girl) was a newborn, I found out at our naturopath appointment that he had abnormally high levels of aluminum and plastics in his system.

I was shocked and confused.

He was breastfed, how was this possible? Turns out, my deodorant was loaded with aluminum and my lotions with plastics, which were making their way into my breast milk. What you put on your body is just as important as what you put in your body. This is where my quest for natural skin and body care started. I researched deodorant

recipes and after five years of trial and error, that recipe has been perfected. As a personal trainer and Bootcamp instructor, I had the ideal platform to test my products. After giving the deodorant to my friends and clients to try, I couldn’t make it fast enough! And it quickly turned into a business, adding the rest of our great products along the way.

Each product is made with the strictest attention to quality control and detail. As a busy mom of four young kids, feeling confident about what I put in and on our bodies is super important to me, and I hope that I can help make those decisions easier for you and your family too!

https://kpurenaturals.com/ @kpurenaturals fb.com/ Kpurenaturals

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MIDNIGHT GARDEN shades of fall twilight

Contemporary brands are now looking for more ways to wear colors for fall and winter seasons, hence, Fall 2017 color palettes will include a variety of hues in cool and muted tones, from blues to greens and browns.

Florals and prints are not anymore exclusive to spring summer collections, combined with fall 2017 color pallette, you will be able to wear them all year round.

Photos from Unsplash by: Annie Spratt and Anton Dee

PLAID IS THE NEW BLACK

the official print of fall

Photos by VS Image of Maroyal SS18 collection.

Most fall trends come and go, but plaid is here to stay. Gone are the days where fall plaid is only a combination of red, black and another color. Now plaid comes in different patterns, colors and even textures.

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KidPreneur Programs Coming This Fall!

Young Entrepreneur Learning Labs is an exciting after-school program designed to engage children ages 7-12 in entrepreneurial thinking and foster their natural, enterprising spirit. In our 15 week entrepreneurship programs, KidPreneurs learn vital skills while starting their own minibusinesses in our fun, hands on programs. The term concludes with a Market Day, where kids sell their products to family, friends and the public.

Kids build CONFIDENCE and have FUN while learning REAL-WORLD SKILLS. Programs start in September.

Space is Limited - Register Today!

Learn more or register online at: www.yelearninglabs.com Or call: 1-800-243-0335

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ENTANGLED: TWO VIEWS ON CONTEMPORARY CANADIAN PAINTING - Vancouver Art Gallery

VANCOUVER ART SCENE

Current highlights of Vancouver’s vibrant and growing art scene.

After a successful array of Spring-Summer exhibitions that included Claude Monet’s Secret Garden, the Vancouver Art Gallery opened a new exhibit, Entangled: Two Views on Contemporary Canadian Painting, last September 30, 2017 to public. The exhibition features artists and painting practices from across the country and is on view until January 1, 2018.

It also offered insights into two distinctly different approaches that have come to dominate contemporary painting in this country. The origins of both can be traced back to the 1970’s, to a moment when the continued existence of painting was hotly debated.

So the next time you need a boost of inspiration, drop by the gallery and check out this exhibition and the ones to come.

by Patti Yabut

LOVING VINCENT - Vancouver International Film Festival VIFF presented the world’s first fully-painted feature film, Loving Vincent, last September 28 and 30. Both days were packed with art enthusiasts eager to peak into the life of one of the most contoversial painters of the 19th century.

Dorota Kobiela and Hugh Welchman’s remarkable animated work brings to life the paintings of Vincent van Gogh via a kind of rotoscoping technique similar to the one used in Richard Linklater’s

Waking Life but with an obsessive attention to detail never seen before. To wit: the film took seven years to make, and each of its 65,000 frames was hand-painted by one of 115 professional oil-painters.

CAFE TERRACE AT NIGHT Painter: Marlena Jopyk Misiak

More than 130 paintings by van Gogh serve as the initial backgrounds for a kind of detective tale wherein Armand Roulin (Douglas Booth), the son of the postmaster in Arles, tries to understand how the painter (Robert Gulaczyk) could go from the tranquil artist he knew to a suicide in only six weeks. Travelling from Arles in the south, where van Gogh produced some of his most amazing work, to Auvers-surOise, near Paris, where the painter died and is buried (alongside brother Theo), Roulin questions those close to van Gogh in his quest for knowledge. And all the while, he is immersed in the world of the master’s paintings—and so are we.

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modern

COMFORT and the FANTASTIC little foxes A fantastic season of autumnal hues and simple designs for a modern minimalist look your little foxes will adore. Bring out your playful side with lively prints, bright colours, and lots of layers for a friendly season full of fun and play!

ABOUT THE BRANDS PLAID & PAISLEY When our grandmother was raising children, it was in a time where simplicity took precedence. The average closet consisted of a couple Sunday Bests, a few tops and bottoms, a pair of shoes for play, and a pair for special occasions. Clothing was more expensive, as it was crafted with time and care, so people bought less. Mamas carefully hand selected items for their littles’ wardrobes, that they loved. These garments were cherished, and treated with care.

Nowadays, our closets are filled with chaos and clutter. Nothing has a rhyme or a reason.

We spend mornings rummaging through the mounds of laundry, consisting of scratchy, stretched out fabrics. Your little’s adorable shirt, is now a box, with 3 small holes and relentlessly itchy tag. So many items, yet so few outfits. This is a sad tale, that replays every morning, in most North American households. This creates clutter in our homes, our hearts, and our minds. At Plaid & Paisley,

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we believe there is beauty in simplicity. There is freedom in owning less and loving it more.

detailed, fun, fashionable and durable apparel for your busy little birds.

The capsule closet provides mamas with this freedom. By creating smaller wardrobes with quality, handcrafted items that are easily interchangeable, mamas are able to spend less time washing, folding and organizing clothing, and more time loving, hugging and playing with their littles. This is why at Plaid & Paisley, we want to help mamas everywhere adapt to the Parisian concept of buying less and choosing well. Simplicity is the keynote to a mindful home.

Launched in July of 2016, Os & Oakes is the creation of duo Erika Oakes and her brother Michael Lipari. As a mom of two toddler boys, Erika felt inspired to produce a line of clothing that her kids could play in comfortably, while looking fashionable and on-trend. Michael also felt compelled to design a sleek contemporary brand, that would portray an adult look for toddlers. Partnering up, they decided to put their visions into action and started their company.

Plaid & Paisley Little Inspirations blog is about inspiring mamas to live an enriching life. Knowing that everyday isn’t perfect, but in each day there can be a moment. A moment of pure bliss, wholesome laughter, and memories that will be etched into the core of your littles. The kind of memories that stay with them through life. An attitude that will be passed down from generation to generation. Let us inspire you to create these moments, and cherish them with your littles for a lifetime.

All of our clothing products are made of an incredibly soft, bamboo-blend, sustainable fabric that is durable and ethically made. Our clothing is manufactured in Toronto, Ontario and our accessories are handmade in London, Ontario. When you purchase your items from Os & Oakes. you can trust that it was made right here in Canada from fabrics that are ecofriendly and sustainably sourced.

OS & OAKES Creating comfortable, unisex, clothing made of high-quality fabrics that both kids and their parents will adore. Established in London Ontario, our contemporary designs provide

Where did the name “OS & OAKES.” come from? “Oakes” is the family name of one of our creators and co-founders and “OS” stands for Ostrich, our symbol and logo. Why an Ostrich you ask? To us, they resemble toddlers; they are fast, quirky, and much stronger then they appear, but most importantly Ostriches are oddly adorable.

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LIL HAVEN Founded and designed by Angela Hutchinson, Lil Haven is a playful collection for kids with imagination. Locally and ethically made in British Columbia, Canada using only the softest bamboo fabrics.

Your littles are only little for so long. Our mission is to create comfortable and stylish clothing that give kids the freedom to be kids.

Everything in our collection is made to live, play and making memories in. Let their imaginations run wild, sit back, and enjoy the ride.

PHOTOGRAPHER: VS Image, 2070 - 9111 Beckwith Rd. Richmond BC CLOTHES: Lil Haven, lilhavenco.com Vancouver Canada Os & Oakes, osandoakes.com - 102A - 330 Ridout Street N. London, ON N6A 0A7 Plaid & Paisley Little, plaidandpaisleylittles.com Alberta Canada

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RECCOMENDED READING The habbit of reading should start as early as one could. So here are a few of our favorite illustrated classics and educational books for children of all ages to enjoy - even grown ups too!

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mommybraincreatives.com

There’s nothing worse than travelling with little ones and having bits and pieces of various treasured toys, art supplies, or games go missing under seats, down aisles, and everywhere in between. It can make for some very unhappy children and some very stressed out parents.

The Fun N’ Fly foldable tray table attachment means you can finally say “Bon voyage!” to this travel headache. Light, durable, and easy to keep clean, the Fun N’ Fly provides a portable, sturdy, and confined surface for your kids to draw, build, and play to their heart’s delight, encouraging imaginative play over screen time.

Assembled in just seconds, the Fun N’ Fly attaches to all standard airline tray tables quickly and easily and then folds up again in just seconds into its very own storage pouch.

The Fun N’ Fly also features adjustable straps to fit smaller tables, mesh pockets for crayons and pens, a cup holder, and a folding front panel for comfort.

The Fun N’ Fly is suitable for children ages 3 and up.

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hair&makeup trends

Fashion is about so much more than clothes. Hair and makeup are simple and trendy ways to add your own style and personality

by Emma Tyrchniewicz to any outfit. We here at VKFW chose our favourite trends from the runway for the fall/winter season for you to try at home.

NATURAL BEAUTY Let your beauty shine through with a simple, natural look.

Always a classic, most of our kid models this season went au naturel to show off their youthful glow. Makeup can be harsh and rough on the skin, so it’s best to keep it light.

If you want some coverage, BB cream with SPF is a great way to add extra protection without clogging up your pores. Add some lip balm and you can enhance your natural look while keeping skin hydrated and protected.

TRUE COLOURS Boldly go where no beauty has before with this update on a childhood favourite.

Colourful painting around the eyes this season made face painting fashionable. While it’s too avante garde for an every day look, don’t be afraid to explore with colour for a dress up party. While any face paint will do, if you want a more professionally done look try cream eye shadow and don’t forget to blend it together for a flawless ombré effect!

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BRAIDS Braided styles were everywhere this season and for good reason. Keep your hair out of the way with a style that is easy to upkeep and so versatile. Wear your hair up with dual French braids for a more glamorous style, or go for a more casual look with teased fishtail braids. They can be done quickly, but if you want a lasting style have bobby pins on hand, invisible hair ties and hairspray. Any outfit will look cuter with a pair of braids to accessorize!

ALL BUNNED UP We love how this season brought a summery and fin vibe to fall collections with all kinds of cute buns.

Keep your hair up and out of your beautiful face with this great go-to hairstyle.

There are so many different options to explore with pixie buns, braided buns, and simple messy buns to go with any type of outfit.

They’re easy to do and will stay in place all day with some hairspray and bobby pins. If you’re feeling adventurous, don’t be afraid to accessorize with fun hair ties with bows, jewels, or fun patterns to customize your look!

HATS Beanies and hats dotted the runway this season and they’re our first choice for fall accessories.

As the weather gets colder, you can stay cozy and stylish in these minimalist autumnal toned pieces that are easy to pair with any outfit. Dress a classic outfit with a knitted wool or cotton beanie, or stand out this season with an updated favourite: the bonnet. Protect your hair and ears with this simple and stylish piece that we love for it’s simple design and flawless construction. Whichever you choose, hats are the perfect way to accessorize for fall.

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CABRIOLLE CABRIOLLE brand is taken from my daughter’s middle name; she is my biggest source of inspiration in creating unique and imaginative dresses. The collection of Beauty in Enchanted Kingdom is inspired from a story in a world of enchanment and dream. The theme of Royal Heritage describes the life of princesses in magnificent royal palaces with sophisticated interiors, huge stairs, light of dazzling candeliers, sparkling crystals and beautiful elements in the wall. The excitement of ballerinas twirling in the grand ballroom of a palace is captured as the personality of Ballerina Theme. Other whimsical elements of flying butterflies, colorful singing birds, beautiful flowers in the garden of the palace, and the fairy sitting on the leaf and blowing pixie dust are expressed imaginatively in the Fairytale themed collection.

ROYAL HERITAGE Royal Heritage creation by Cabriolle is devoted to the world of Beauty in Enchanted Kingdom, placing an emphasis on timeless beauty. The creation emanates elegance, luxury, glamorous with an exquisite sense of craftsmanship and vision of extraordinary royal style. Royal Heritage design creates the signature dresses shine with magnificent embroidery and crystals that serves as a reminder of style and beauty. Each creation is a unique form, immersed in intricate detail and exquisite fabrics. Royal Heritage collection is designed for little princesses who want to feel the grace and confidence of royalty.

BALLERINA Ballerina collection represents playful, charming and feminine in modern way. A design that moves, evokes emotion and makes little girls want to twirl with excitement.

Ballerina design creates the signature exquisite dresses with magnificent embroidery, pearl beads and crystals specialized with mini ruffled and flared tulle hemline. Your little ballerina will feel so special, she will love the way the layers of ruffled tulle swishing and rippling as she moves.

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Cabriolle founder and designer tells us the story and inspiration behind her latest collection entitled “Beauty in Enchanted Kingdom”.

FAIRYTALE Fairytale in Cabriolle’s collection is steeped in a world of enchantment and dreams. Drawing on the entranced world of a garden dreamscape, charmed elements one may find in a beautiful, whimsical foreign land filled with capricious characters. All imagined within a more whimsical interpretation. These design creates the signature exquisite dresses shine with magnificent embroidery and crystals specialized pleated tulle and many of the finest materials for the finest of little Princess, the collection is bewitching to the eye, down to every last detail. Fairy tale collection is designed for little princesses who love to dream and imagine on a magical journey of exploration.

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WILDSWAN This leotard can transform you into stylish dancers and make those dance lessons filled with fashionable fun.

Chiya Ishikawa, a designer was born and raised in Hyogo, Western Japan, performed in ballet and rhythmic gymnastics since she was a child. Passionate about her dancing, Chiya always wanted to dress up her leotard more fashionably than wearing the simple ones. She always dreamt of playing with colorful prints and different fabrics to create a leotard of her own. It was no later than graduating from University, Chiya went after pursuing her dream. She worked as a product designer at a wholesale fashion company, and with sheer dedication, in 2015, launched her own dance wear brand, ‘WILD SWAN’, products of which are currently made and sold in Japan.

HISTORY ‘WILD SWAN’ was launched in 2015, and within a year’s time participated in the ‘Play Time Tokyo Kids Fashion Exhibit S/S 2016.

She was also covered in ‘ Kids Fashion Magazine Appeared in “Milk France” A/W 2016’. She was an Award winning designer for ‘Discover The Kobe Genius Artists Project, 2016’ and, in 2017, she will showcase her collection at ‘Vancouver Kids Fashion Week’.

QUALITY Made and tailored in Japan, WILD SWAN’s textiles reflect true originality in terms of its designs and prints. With fabrics that are smooth as ever, WILD SWAN products adapt to your body temperature and restrains from sticking to your body.

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WINTER GET AWAY:

Where to Travel This Season

by Emma Tyrchniewicz

With the colder weather encroaching on Vancouver, now is the time to look for a winter vacation to get away from the rain and cold of the city.

Though this time of year sees a rise in popularity in tropical destinations, an untapped wealth of fun and adventure lies just across the Atlantic. Portugal is a rarely discussed European destination that is usually passed up for more popular locations like Italy, Spain, and France. Portugal, however, embodies the old world vibe of Europe without drawing in huge crowds, leaving its cities authentic and creating a lasting and real experience for travellers.

Start inland to experience the culture and history of the country in cities like Porto, where there is no shortage of public art, medieval architecture, colourful buildings, and incredible cuisine. Lisbon, its capital. is also a must-see. Softly playing music will lead you down its winding streets to cafes and restaurants with affordable and authentic food, while its museums are full of wonderful artwork and cultural artifacts.

If you’re looking for a beach vacation, you won’t have to go far, with cities like Ericeira and Algarve known for their scenic beaches, warm weather, trendy social scene, and delicious seafood. The best part of this undiscovered trove is that the prices don’t mimic the rest of Europe’s inflated rate. Since this destination is still relatively unknown you can travel the country for much cheaper than other countries in Europe, and fall/winter is the perfect time to travel, when the crowds of the summer are gone but the weather is still warm. Indulge your senses and your appetite this season with a trip to historic and beautiful Portugal!

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by Emma Tyrchniewicz

RUNWAY REVIEW

SPRING SUMMER 2018

This season marked the third run of VKFW with the largest participation the event has ever seen! Designers, models, and guests all joined together for two days on September 23rd and 24th at David Lam Hall in downtown Vancouver. The event was a huge success thanks in part to the incredible support of all our staff, volunteers, models, and parents. We would also like to thank our partners and sponsors for the event, including Feng Feng Performance and Education Academy, BC Children’s Hospital, Ronald McDonald House, Vancouver Star Image, Mama Rich, K’Pure, Young Entrepreneurs Learning Labs, and Lights Up! Musical Theatre Company. Our show would not be the same without the hard work of all these people so thank you!

Images by VS Studio

BEHIND THE SCENES

A lot goes on behind the curtains of the runway to make the magic of the show happen. It’s a bit chaotic getting the child models dressed and ready for their walk, but our volunteers and designers had so much fun working with the little angels who bring such a fun and happy energy to our event! We were so lucky to be able to work with such talented kids, that brought professionalism and style to this years runway. On the next page are backstage photos of our models, designers, and staff getting ready to start the show!

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DAY ONE

September 23rd was the opening day for SS18 of VKFW, which kicked off with lines from six incredible designers. The show opened with speeches from BC Children’s Hospital and Feng Feng Academy, which showed the incredible support we receive and community involvement as our event continues to grow.

The room was abuzz with excitement as guests lined up to fill the seats lining the runway. Parents and siblings excited to see their family walk the runway,

and fashion enthusiasts anticipating the newest trends of the season. The designs showcased included the organically made and functional line for everyday wear from Vonbon, practical dancewear that blends creativity and fun from Wild Swan, high quality organic fabrics with unisex pieces for easy wear from Os & Oakes, beautiful and regal dresses with delicate detailing from Cabriolle, thoughtful pieces inspired by nostalgic minimalism from Canadian brand Plaid & Paisley, and colourful oversized pieces that play with texture and shape from HUGLAND.

Images by VS Studio

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VONBON Vonbon, a Vancouver based brand that works with organic bamboo fabrics for soft and durable clothing, kicked off the show with their line of fall kids wear. Simple shades make it easy to mix and match and classic prints add youthful style to these pieces. Eco-friendly fabric and long-lasting, this clothing is a staple for any family.

WILD SWAN A dancewear line from Japan, Wild Swan uses breathable and flexible fabrics meant for activity. Inspired by the fun and creativity of dance, leotards and skirts are designed in complementary colours with delicate touches of ribbon and sheer tulle. The floral, animal, and decorative prints are a perfect addition to these beautiful pieces.

A Canadian brand from Ontario, Os & Oakes creates pieces handmade in Canada in support of local and sustainable fashion. They work with bamboo fabrics to create contemporary designs that are fun and trendy. Perfect for little ones who are always on the go. Their unisex pieces can be matched easily with a pastel toned colour palette for simple yet trendy contrasts.

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“In addition to BCCHF, Vancouver Kids Fashion Week has also partnered with the Ronald Macdonald House, supporting more communities of children in need.�

CABRIOLLE Luxurious designs and delicate details define this regal line from Cabriolle. Inspired by the wonder of a child’s imagination, these dresses use sequins, jewels, tulle, satin, and other stunning fabrics to create contrasting pieces that are beautiful and graceful. Any little girl will have the confidence of a princess in one of these creations.

PERFORMANCE

BY CATLEENA During our first break the audience was treated with “I Believe” sung by the very talented Catleena.

She was absolutely stunning and we were so lucky she lent her voice to our show this year.

PLAID & PAISLEY The Plaid & Paisley Littles collection is inspired, with autumnal toned fabrics that combine contrast and texture to complement the simple design. Made in Canada with movement and comfort in mind, these pieces are easy to wear in everyday life and make fashion accessible to everyone.

HUGLAND This season we were excited to host design winner from Esmod Dubai Fashion Institute Jasmine Haglund. Her collection plays with bold prints and bright colours to make unique and standout pieces. Textured knits contrasted with leather and shapes to create oversized looks that leave a lasting impression.

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DAY TWO

Our second day was also unfortunately our last, but this year we went out with a bang with shows from five incredible designers as well as a dance and rap performance from Feng Feng Academy. The designs for the last day included a sustainable bamboo line based in Canada from Jax & Lennon, color and prints inspired by Chinese mythology from Flower Season by Chang Yu, trendy clothes that use colour and graphics from Mayoral, locally made bamboo clothes made for play and fun from Lil Haven Co., and colourful prints that play with your imagination from Yekaterina Ivankova by KZ Innovation.

JAX & LENNON Sustainable bamboo fabric regulates temperature and makes these clothes super soft and easy to play in. Based in Canada, this seasons line uses autumnal colours that will make you want to cozy up in these casual pieces. Clothes are easily mixed and matched to create new and unique outfits every time.

FLOWER SEASON BY CHANG YU A bold line of classic pieces that are updated with metallic prints and bright colours all inspired by the intersection of modern trends and ancient themes. Let your style stand out in these memorable pieces that appeal to a refined taste.

MAYORAL

BY VS STUDIO A friendly and fun line with fall colours that complement the weather and graphics that kids will love. Lots of layers lets you can change up your look and add pieces to create contrast with these versatile pieces.

Mayoral also used a lot of textures with faux fur, tulle, and knits for variety that comes together in effortless style.

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LIL HAVEN CO. Pops of colour complement this local line that is made with ethically sourced bamboo fabric for soft and durable pieces that will beg to be worn all the time. A collection meant to be lived in, played in, and made memories in, mix pieces together for a different style each time that is uniquely you!

YEKATERINA IVANKOVA Be bold and beautiful with comfy and casual pieces. Bright colours and fun prints decorate some pieces, while others are hand painted with a childlike vibe that reflects the creativity and imagination of youth. Layered pieces add an extra element that can be styled to fit any personality.

Before our show the incredibly talented dancers from Feng Feng Academy presented an entertaining hip hop dance and rap performance. It was wonderful to see such young and talented performers doing what they love!

FENG FENG ACADEMY DANCE AND RAP PERFORMANCE

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Feng Feng Academy & Indigo Education Lloyd Chen represented Feng Feng

Academy and Indigo Education.

Vancouver Kids Fashion Week is happy to welcome them back for another season. Feng Feng Academy specializes in teaching kids and adults confidence through dance and modeling classes.

Additionally, Indigo Education focuses on helping preschool to Grade 12 students develop their leadership skills and gain academic experience through an array of educational programs including public speaking, emcee training, and voice over in Vancouver and Richmond.

CONTACT INFO: Phone: 778-892-0347, 604-781-7832 WeChat: fengfengteacher eMail: fengfengteacher@gmail.com Address: 8980 River Rd., Richmond; 5679 Imperial St., Burnaby; 5737 Collingwood St., Vancouver

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BE A DYNAMIC WOMAN

by Diane Rolston

The Secret Code to Being Confident, Wealthy & Successful Women Sadly, we think we must follow unspoken rules we must follow in order to be accepted. Rules that dictate how we dress, look and even talk. Rules like society’s titles, labels, and roles from your job, family, and anywhere else, past or present. The problem is they define us and confine us.

Instead, ditch society’s titles, labels, and roles, including ones from your jobs, your family, your upbringing, and any other titles from the past that you’ve had.

Q: What titles do you currently hold? How are they limiting you?

Even the positive labels you might have embraced because you performed really well under them and were even rewarded for them. Let them all go. Instead stand in being “Dynamic”. When I started Dynamic

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Women™ in Action (DWA™), I tried to come up with a word that could incorporate all kinds of women, something that was allinclusive. The word “dynamic” is powerful, and it’s active. Rather than having titles separate us and create hierarchies using the word “dynamic” incorporates everyone, and attracts all kinds of people. We’re all actually dynamic!

 Control your outcomes  Boost your opportunities  Increase your satisfaction & success  Feel more confident  Leave perfectionism behind

Q: What makes you Dynamic? Ex. passionate, creative, organized.

1. Focus on who you are (Drop the labels) 2. Embrace all your talents and skills 3. Be authentically you 4. Embrace change 5. Be unapologetic!

Being dynamic is a powerful movement because it crosses generations, cultures, economic status and all possible situations.

It unites us and makes us equals.

Being a Dynamic Woman™ also allows you to:

Without fully going through the 9 Pillars of being a Dynamic Woman™ here are 5 tips you can apply today to get started:

I invite you join the movement. Take a simpler, more successful path and BE DYNAMIC!

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BC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION Vancouver Kids Fashion Week is proud to partner again with the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation. because we believe that fashion shouldn’t just be a luxury, but a culture that can be shared with everyone. A portion of our ticket sales will be donated to the BC Children’s Hospital to help their continued efforts to provide expert health care for children across BC. BC Children’s Hospital is the province’s only fullservice, pediatric acute care hospital and serves the one million children living in BC and the Yukon. All children who are seriously ill or injured are referred to Children’s Hospital and are either treated at the hospital facility in Vancouver or, with consultation from Children’s specialists, in their home community.

VKFW once again featured a model that is a former patient of BC Children’s hospital, sixteen year old Simran Sarai, who strutted down the VKFW runway on our Fall Winter 2017 and Spring Summer 2018 showcase! Simran is a leukemia survivor, who now enjoys a bright and optimistic life unhindered by her illness, now going to school full-time. Owing her recovery to the love of her family and the support of her caregivers at BC Children’s Hospital, the future looks bright for Simran.

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Simran’s worsened and adoctors blood test was Sarj performed to determine why After leg fivepain hours of tests, took and Jin into a private Simran’s health deteriorated so suddenly. When the results came back, Sarj was the devastating news – Simran had leukemia. asked to bring Simran to BC Children’s Hospital’s Emergency Department immediately.

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“At first I refused to believe what I was being told,” said Sarj. “But when I heard the Simran spent the next nine days in an isolation room to undergo intense tre cure rate for Simran’s type of cancer was upward of 90 per cent, my despair turned to Despite relief.” her physical challenges, Simran remained positive and high-spirited

something that Sarj says helped the family get through the tough times.

Simran spent the next nine days in an isolation room to undergo intense treatment.

Despite her physical challenges, Simran remained positive and high-spirited – Over the next several months, Simran was in and out of Children’s Hospita something that Sarj says helped the family get through the tough times.

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7 MUST HAVES FOR WINTER WORKOUT WARDROBE

SEPTEMBER: LONG SLEEVE As the temperature drops, your body takes more time to warm up and stay warm. That racerback tank is no longer cutting it on those early morning runs. I like to layer a breathable long sleeve over my tank so I have the option to remove it and tie it around my waist when it gets hot.

Add a cute jacket. I love pairing athletic wear with a shrunken denim jacket.

BY: REG LOK VON, BLOGGER AT VALEIO: NOURISH THROUGH MOVEMENT Winter doesn’t mean you have to bundle up like Michelin Man on your run or hike - it just means we can go shopping for warmer workout wear! I have rounded up 8 pieces bound to keep you warm and chic on your outdoor adventures.

GAP fit Breathe Tie Back ; H&M Denim Jacket

OCTOBER: THERMAL LAYERS October in Vancouver can get pretty cold and quick. Adding a thermal layer over your tech T or tank helps keep you warm. Some have a mock neck, which will also help retain body heat during breaks. My girls wear them during soccer practice and game days. Adding a vest or fleece zip up will also keep the core warm.

Thumb holes also help to keep hands warm on those early morning runs when there is a bite in the air.

If you find it harder to keep your lower extremities warm, look for leggings that are made of a thicker material. There are also brushed leggings, which have an extra fleecy layer on the inside. They help retain body heat but still allow the sweat to dissipate.

DECEMBER: LAYERS I’m all about the layers.

Although the outdoor workouts usually come to a halt this month, I still get that chill as the body cools. To avoid this, I layer! Following strength workout, I’ll throw on a thicker top with sleeves like a terry cloth crew neck.

Who says you can’t look chic and stay dry in athletic wear? Check out the cute details on these: To keep warm when you leave the gym, I like to throw on an insulated coat.

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NOVEMBER: WATER REPELLANT JACKET + ACCESSORIES As rainfall increases (and possibly snow), it is probably a good idea to invest in a good waterproof outer layer. Who wants to be cold AND wet after a sweaty bootcamp class or a long hike?

Don’t forget a toque and gloves made from breathable materials.

Fall Shopping Tips for Busy Parents: Save Time, Money and Stress

by Lara Leontowich

Fall is crunch time for most families with back-to-school and work in full force.

Shopping can take up a large chunk of time and be tough on the family budget but it is an ongoing necessity. For parents looking to save money or streamline a system to make weekly shopping trips easier, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

PLAN WEEKLY MEALS IN ADVANCE Sitting down and organizing meals for the week makes it easier to stick to your family’s weekly food budget. Such preplanning also relieves the ongoing stress when the all too familiar question arises at 4pm “What are we having for dinner tonight conversation?” It is easy to rely on a quick convenience food or head to a restaurant when everyone is hungry and nothing is defrosted. Planning ahead is the way to prevent this pattern. Let your children be involved in meal planning, which can get them receptive to healthy meals you are preparing. Chances are they will likely be more willing to trying new dishes too. Many families are now using easy meal-planning apps to organize meals and create shopping lists based on ingredients needed for each meal.

RESEARCH FLYERS AND WEBSITES REGULARLY

Ever walk into the store only to realize you’ve forgot the items you went there for in the first place? Shopping with children can cause anyone to become frazzled and distracted but most of us don’t have the luxury of being able to do it alone on a consistent basis. Creating a shopping list with everything you need to buy in a typical month will help you stay organized.

This will make it easier to forecast when you might run out of the last toilet paper roll or need more garbage bags. For those who are budget-conscious, research your weekly flyer in print or online for deals on commonly used products that your family uses. Check out the websites for big box retailers for weekly sales that will help you budget before you run out and have to buy at regular price.

SIMPLIFY SHOPPING FOR CHILDREN’S CLOTHES As each season changes, keep in mind that your child may have outgrown key such staple items as jackets and shoes, so watch for off-season sales year-round. In the fall, when you take a closer look at all your child’s pants you stored away for the

summer, you may soon discover your son or daughter has grown a few inches. This change may go unnoticed during those warmer months when your children are typically wearing shorts. Shopping for children’s clothes can be tedious. So before “crunch time” (when the weather suddenly turns cooler, and your children needs new pants) sort through your children’s clothes and determine the items you want to keep; those that are worn out and those they have outgrown.

This gives you a clear idea of what you have, and what you need to buy. If your child hasn’t worn some clothes in over a year, consider selling or donating those clothing items. To identify the clothes your child has not worn in a year, put all the hangers on the rack backwards at the start of the school year. If a hanger is still backwards by the time the next school year rolls around, you will soon be able to identify clothes your son or daughter is not wearing. As parents, it can seem that our life is consumed with shopping of one type or another. Whether it is weekly grocery trips or hitting the shopping mall for children’s clothes, preplanning is the key to making the process a smoother one.

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MEAL PLANNING TIPS FOR BUSY FAMILIES

by Jean Lomas-Hamilton

Between work, school, daycare, sports, and whatever else you have going on, family life can be challenging to choreograph. As working parents with a toddler and now a newborn, meal planning has been our saving grace to ensure everyone is fed and happy in the small window between getting home and bedtime. Here are my top tips for coming up with a weekly meal plan that works for your family: PLAN YOUR MEALS TO FIT YOUR LIFE, AND NOT THE OTHER WAY AROUND. When planning what to eat, consider what else you’re doing that week. For days when your schedule is packed, choose simple recipes that will come together quickly. Save more elaborate meals for less busy days, or plan to make some components in advance so you’ll have less to do at dinnertime.

POST YOUR PLAN SOMEWHERE VISIBLE. The whiteboard on our fridge is my favourite kitchen acquisition of the past two years. I use it to map out all our meals and activities for the week, along with any advance prep needed (for example, a reminder to take chicken out of the freezer or mix long-rising dough a day in advance) and a grocery list. I also save everything into my phone for easy access from work, but the whiteboard has been a game changer since it decentralizes responsibility for the weekly schedule – so whoever gets home first can see the plan and get dinner started.

PLAN A LITTLE EVERY DAY. With two small kids, I rarely have time to sit down for long enough to dream up a week’s worth of meals all at once. Instead, I chip away at it daily, jotting down ideas as they come to me. That way when our grocery shopping day rolls around the plan is ready to go, without the need for extra “thinking” time.

MAKE EXTRA PORTIONS. I often make a large batch of whatever we’re having so we can either take leftovers for work and daycare lunches, or freeze them for an easy dinner on nights when the plan goes off the rails. Comfort foods tend to freeze well, which makes fall and winter ideal times to do this – and with the busy holiday season approaching it’s always nice to have a few quick meals on hand (pro tip: freeze soup, chili, or curry lying flat in a Ziploc bag so it’ll defrost quickly when you need it).

MINIMIZE WASTE AND MAXIMIZE YOUR PANTRY. Some items are sold in larger quantities than we’d normally use in one recipe (looking at you, fresh parsley). In those cases I try to plan multiple meals with that ingredient to use it all up. Otherwise, I’ll either omit the ingredient entirely, or substitute something I already have on hand. I also keep a list of “to use” items on our whiteboard so I can incorporate older pantry goods in my planning.

BE FLEXIBLE. I initially worried that meal planning would be too regimented for me – what if I worked late and didn’t have time to cook? What if we just didn’t feel like eating what was on the schedule for that night? But the beauty of planning your meals and shopping in advance is that you already have all the ingredients on hand to make last-minute changes without the hassle of heading to the store again. Just switch things around and have something you planned for another day – et voilà!

Problem solved. For added flexibility, I try to plan at least one dinner that can easily be carried forward to the next week without the ingredients spoiling.

Learning how to meal plan effectively was definitely a process of trial and error for us, and while the fact that I’ve never met a list I didn’t like definitely helped, it still took some time to figure out what worked for our family. Meal planning isn’t a onesize-fits-all endeavour but the above guiding principles have helped keep our bellies full and our sanity (mostly) intact – and I hope they’ll do the same for you and yours.

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Gone are the days when monochrome is worn all year round.

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retrospect, a few years back designers and evenmore-so, regular people would think twice before pairing a vivid color with an equally bright tone, these days, that does not seem like a bold move anymore. In a generation where you can do as you please, you can also wear as you please.

The rise of the most vibrant colors and festive prints started with womenswear streetstyle pioneered by bloggers and influencers across the globe. As the hype is slowly influencing runway collections, kidswear designers didn’t shy away from bold trend with designers coming up with the most abstract and bizarre prints in every color possible. Stylists layer color after color. Fashion is now as vibrant as it gets.

Appliques and other surface details give more depth than prints.

spring summer 2018

by Patti Yabut

SS18 TREND REPORT

Different fabrics and materials distinctly affect the outcome of prints and colors. For example the way each material reflects light as well as the overall build and silhouette of the garment.

Layer abstract prints with a solid color to tone down.

Runway photos by VS Image Studio from SS18 collections of HUGLAND and Yekaterina Ivankova by KZ Innovations.

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A variety of prints and colors in different hues was the highlight of Vancouver Fashion Week’s 30th season, featuring Spring Summer 2018 collections of local and international designers like, Mezis, LBYL, Choiboko, Alex S Yu, SETSETSET and more!

Choiboko Chae NY SETSETSET

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