Monthly Archives: March 2013

This week’s special at Angel Vancouver: 20 per cent off three Desigual sweaters, three men’s jackets

Posted on March 31, 2013 by angelvancouver

It’s sunny and warm in Vancouver this weekend, but the rest of Canada is experiencing sub-zero temperatures. So we’re offering 20 per cent off this week on three sweaters — two for men and one for women — plus three men’s … Continue reading →

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Desigual Primavera — the perfect spring coat at Angel Vancouver

Posted on March 27, 2013 by angelvancouver

We have the perfect spring raincoat: Desigual Primavera, now $224 at Angel Vancouver. It’s lightweight nylon and very stylish. We have only three left in sizes 42, 44 and 46. It is part of Desigual’s spring-summer 2013 collection. (September 2013 … Continue reading →

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A hand-painted bunny shirt for Easter at Angel Vancouver

Posted on March 26, 2013 by angelvancouver

Here’s a bunny shirt I painted on a sleeper, which would make the perfect Easter gift for a baby. Angel Vancouver specializes in custom hand-painted shirts, pants and other clothing. Have something in mind as a gift? Call me at … Continue reading →

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A break from commercialism: The Stranglers videos… Golden Brown, Always the Sun, Skin Deep; plus Patti Smith, Springsteen & Neil Young

Posted on March 24, 2013 by angelvancouver

We’re taking a break from commercialism today to bring you a video of Golden Brown by The Stranglers, a favourite late ’70s to early ’80s British band that opened for the first British tours of American punks The Ramones and … Continue reading →

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New Desigual for kids just arrived at Angel Vancouver for spring 2013

Posted on March 23, 2013 by angelvancouver

We’ve just received a new shipment of Desigual for kids, including a top with sequins that change colour, depending on how you align them. We just got this top in yesterday and a couple from Chicago bought two today. They … Continue reading →

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Platform shoes making a comeback?

Posted on March 21, 2013 by angelvancouver

Platform shoes seem to be making a comeback in Barcelona, looking at the latest photos posted on the WWD website. They were also seen recently on the streets of Tokyo during fashion week there. Or maybe platforms never really died … Continue reading →

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Desigual’s black and white collection for 2013

Posted on March 17, 2013 by angelvancouver

Desigual is known for its bold use of colour, but here are some of Desigual’s black & white collection for 2013: Geometric prints with stripes, circles, intersecting lines and scribbles. Some add touches of one colour. If you’re interested in … Continue reading →

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Had enough rain? Here are some rainy day distractions….

Posted on March 15, 2013 by angelvancouver

Okay, so it rained heavily all day in Vancouver yesterday. And it wasn’t 97 degrees like it was in Palm Springs. So here are some photos to brighten your day, which are from a new online all-digital art magazine, Installation, … Continue reading →

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This week’s special: 20 per cent off Desigual “Medianoche” jacket at Angel Vancouver’

Posted on March 12, 2013 by angelvancouver

SOLD OUT. We’re offering 20 per cent off on this Desigual jacket, called Medianoche. We have it in red and black. It looks like a down puffer jacket but is fibre-filled and very lightweight. It’s stylish, practical and perfect for … Continue reading →

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Remembering Holly Haliburton, Dec. 13, 1917 to Feb. 17, 2013

Posted on March 10, 2013 by angelvancouver

My mother, Holly Haliburton, was a big part of my store. Long-time customers will remember her because she worked in my store for 30 years. Until five years ago, when macular degeneration robbed her of her eyesight. She did spend … Continue reading →

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