Drawing from memories and inspired by his favourite artists, designer Iván Meade has created a luxurious new line of fabrics. While each pattern expresses his personal aesthetic of “timeless European methodology with a sophisticated, modern edge,” at the end of the day, Meade simply wants them “to tell a story.” Read more…
Just in time for the holidays, YAM features chic cocktail attire that puts you in a starring role — from the opera to the martini bar. Featuring fabulous local fashions shot on location in Victoria. Read more…
Oh, what fun it is! We’ve got you covered, not matter whom you’re shopping for this year. From glittery jewelry, to funky kitchen gadgets, to toys for kids of all ages, find the perfect present for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Read more…
The holidays should be a time of joyous celebration, not endless exhaustion. This organizational plan will help you transform your Christmas from frustrating to festive. Read more…
From Classroom to Battlefield: Victoria High School and the First World War, a new book by Canadian historian VHS alumnus Barry Gough, offers a poignant examination of the First World War and its legacy for a school, a city, and an entire generation. It will be released in Victoria just in time for the city’s Remembrance Day ceremonies. Read more…
One of the largest and most celebrated juried art shows in British Columbia, The Sidney Fine Art Show (SFAS) marked its 12th year this October. Held at the Mary Winspear Centre, the SFAS featured over 400 pieces of original fine art. The 2014 winners included pieces by master artists Clement Kwan and Leonard Butt. Read more…
Next time you’re downtown, be sure to visit the Victoria Public Market at the Hudson —located in the iconic Hudson’s Bay building. The market, which celebrated its one-year anniversary in October, highlights local food producers at all levels – farmers, fishers, butchers, bakers, cheese-makers, preservers, brewers, vintners, florists and restaurateurs. Read more…
Are you starting to feel that festive buzz? From making your own living wreath, to glittery fashion finds, to new recipes for holiday staples, here are a few of our favourite things this holiday season. The festive countdown is officially on. Read more…
A dazzling crowd attired in period costumes, ball gowns, feathers and lace recreated an evening of Venetian glamour at this year’s Victoria Masquerade Ball. Presented by Luxe Home Interiors at the Fairmont Empress, the event raised $20,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation, the largest funder of cancer research in this province. Read more…
A new lavish art book, Wood Storms, Wild Canvas, celebrates the iconic works of Godfrey Stephens, the West Coast sculptor, painter and boat builder. Grounded in the wild Pacific West Coast, Godfrey’s creations reflect their nautical modern and classical influences, as well as the formative influence of Kwakwaka’wakw Master Carver Chief Mungo Martin. Read more…
