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Hot Shopping: Dazzling

Lovely earrings from local company Brooklyn Designs

Deck yourself out in sweet bling by local Brooklyn Designs. The new collection features cascading earrings, necklaces and rings in gold and silver (including the shoulder-grazing vermeil hoops with Swarovski crystals, pictured). Available at Fine Finds and Chloë Angus, or online at www.brooklyndesigns.ca.—Jennifer Patterson

More information:

Fine Finds, 1014 Mainland St. 604-669-8325.

www.finefindsboutique.com

Chloë Angus, 273 Dunbar St. 604-224-2456.

www.chloeangus.com

Hot Shopping: Inspired Design

Lovely jewels by local designer Irit Sorokin. Photo by Tanya Clark

Imagine travelling the world to gather inspiration from different landscapes and cultures, then purchasing gems, stones and crystals to bring back home to turn into wearable art. That’s exactly what jewellery designer Irit Sorokin does. Her one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings and bracelets are made of treasures sourced from around the globe. At Fine Finds and Jeweliette.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: A Stylish Statement

Gorgeous spirit wraps are a stylish souvenir

Local gal Chloë Angus inspires fashionistas of any age with her innovative clothing collection, flattering to women of all shapes and sizes. Her unique spirit wraps (pictured) incorporate beautiful imagery by Haida artist Clarence Mills. Pick up your piece of fashionable art at Frances Hill’s or Fine Finds, and visit www.chloeangus.com to see the many ways to wear it.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: Tie One On

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Uplifting apparel from Kaia and Me

Uplifting apparel from Kaia and Me

Local company Kaia and Me uses natural bamboo to create chakra-channeling, handmade scarves. With their positive messages, and colours to enhance your well-being, they’re a vibrant way to beat the fall blues. Pick yours up at Fine Finds or online at www.kaiaandme.com. Partial proceeds benefit local homeless shelters.—Jennifer Patterson