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Angel is Vancouver's first Desigual boutique. We've been in business since 1978.

Dave Brubeck, who recorded “Take Five” in 1959 (the song sounds as fresh today as when it was first recorded) died today at 91. The song was composed by sax player Paul Desmond. See this article on the history of … Continue reading

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We have Desigual computer bags & headpones at Angel Vancouver

As you can see, we carry Desigual headphones and computer bags. We only have a limited number of these items available for Christmas, so shop early. We are also taking orders for custom hand-painted shirts for Christmas gifts. Call me … Continue reading

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Some new Desigual men’s shirts & T-shirts at Angel Vancouver

We have some new men’s shirts and T-shirts, plus sweaters vests and coats. The sweater shown in the photo at the bottom has a full zipper in the front. Our store is located at No. 2 Powell in the Gastown … Continue reading

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Four new Desigual coats, a blazer, three new dresses and an embroidered skirt

These new coats and dresses have just arrived at my store, Angel Vancouver. We’re located at No. 2 Powell, on the corner of Carrall in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, Canada. The jacket that goes from black to red … Continue reading

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Some new handpainted shirts at Angel Vancouver this weekend

I recently painted these shirts, which now are available at my store,  Angel Vancouver, located at No. 2 Powell in the Gastown district of Vancouver, Canada. We’re right on the corner of Carrall Street in Maple Tree Square. We do … Continue reading

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Early Gastown history: 1907 film of streetcar route through Vancouver, Canada (with four historical videos)

This great six-minute film shows the early days of Vancouver and Gastown — it is the earliest film footage of the city, whose population was only 27,000 in 1901. It was shot by Seattle filmmaker William Harbeck, who was hired … Continue reading

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Fleece-lined leggings to keep you warm through winter

We’ve just got a new shipment of Celeste Stein leggings. They are fleece-lined for warmth and are super comfy. And they’re made in the USA. This would make a perfect gift for the woman in your life. We have dozens … Continue reading

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Desigual T-shirt a nod to B.C. author Wade Davis and his latest book, Into the Silence

This Desigual T-shirt pays tribute to George Mallory and his doomed Everest expeditions. Printed over the image of the mountain are the words: “Great Mountains/ Epic brave men/ But/ Soy lo que soy Go lo que me de la Gana.” … Continue reading

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Desigual partners with Cirque du Soleil for new collection, discovers soul mate (with videos)

Last year, Barcelona-based fashion house Desigual and Montreal-based Cirque du Soleil collaborated on a new collection that includes dresses, skirts, men’s T-shirts, women’s tops, coats, knitted hats, scarves, jewellry ans children’s wear — we carry some of the fall/winter 2012 … Continue reading

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Christian Lacroix and Desigual – a heavenly marriage from same tribe

Some of the best Desigual designs this season were done in collaboration with French fashion designer Christian Lacroix. They are a heavenly mix of fabric, colour, pattern and design. Desigual, the Barcelona-based fashion house, can’t use Lacroix’s name but refers … Continue reading

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