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Enter the Complicated World of Watches and Wonders

The Swiss watch industry’s newest and most significant annual trade show, Watches and Wonders, returned to Geneva in April with a notable expansion in its public programming compared to previous years. This event, soon to be a pillar of the watchmaking industry, continues to provide a platform for brands to showcase their latest innovations and trends,...

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Vancouver Vices: HBC Guys’ Night Out Makes a Exciting Return [PHOTOS]

The long-awaited relaunch of the Hudson’s Bay Guys’ Night Out, a collaboration with Whisky Wisemen, was an exciting evening that included designer fashion brand activations, virtual reality sports, hand-crafted whisky cocktails, and a whole lot of fun. Men’s wear influencer Jon Wiebe (@aroadtodapper) was on hand for a meet-and-greet, as were many of the city’s finest...

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FolioYVR Issue #11: Elegant Getaway to LA’s Beverly Wilshire

Featured in movies such as much-loved Pretty Woman, classic buddy film Beverly Hills Cop, the enduring Clueless, the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills turned 92 this year. Now owned by the Four Seasons Hotel chain, this 395-room hotel was built in 1928 when Beverly Hills had less than 1,000 residents. This iconic landmark was designed...

Folio.YVR Issue #1: Modaselle: Authentic Luxury Resellers

In 2015, Vancouver-based online luxury handbag and accessory re-seller Modaselle opened a brick-and-mortar retail location on Seymour Street. This was only two years after the launching of an e-commerce business, which was looking to tap into the burgeoning billion-dollar online luxury resale market. It was a new venture for owner and founder Alex Jane. From...