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People of Portfolio.YVR Volume 2 | Issue 4

PORTFOLIO.YVR: Ritchie Po is the Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Lawyer Your Company Needs

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverJune 24, 2024September 16, 2024

Ritchie Po is a privacy and technology lawyer who can be independently hired for a contract, fixed-term, time-and-materials, or consultancy basis. Ritchie holds both Canadian (CIPP/C) and European / GDPR...

PORTFOLIO.YVR Volume 1 | Issue 2

PORTFOLIO.YVR: Craig Patterson: Retail Insider

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverJanuary 5, 2024January 16, 2024

Apart from owning and running a media company, Craig Patterson is an experienced writer, researcher, retail analyst, retail and real estate consultant, public speaker, subject matter expert, and, more importantly,...

Volume 1 | Issue 2

Portfolio.YVR: Helen Siwak, Publisher’s Message

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverJanuary 4, 2024January 16, 2024

What makes a successful entrepreneur? Think leadership, integrity, self-motivation, creativity, risk-taking, determination, perseverance, adaptability, effective communication, networking, and a willingness to experiment. It all comes back to being able to...

☆ Issue #16 - Holiday Edition FoF ☆ Global Luxury

Chopard: A Glittering Gem in the Luxury Zone

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverJanuary 19, 2023December 30, 2024

Swiss watch and jewellery brand Chopard operates an exquisite boutique at 1108 Alberni Street in the city’s Luxury Zone. The store’s design includes light wood floors, wall panelling, and luxurious...

☆ Issue #16 - Holiday Edition

Marimekko: Finland x Canada Concept Store

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverJanuary 13, 2023February 13, 2023

Vancouver is home to the only Marimekko concept store in Canada. Known worldwide for its luxurious, colourful, and unique designs, Marimekko was established in 1951 by Armi Ratia in Finland....

FoF ☆ Fashion & Lifestyle Folio.YVR Friends The Contour Concierge

Folio.YVR Friends: HBC’s ‘The Room’ Relaunches with Cool Concept & Sparkling Style

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverOctober 9, 2020September 16, 2024

Luxury fashion fans are invited to explore the relaunched 'The Room' in the historic Hudson's Bay Company downtown. Riding the escalator up to the second floor has never been so...

☆ Issue #03 - June FoF ☆ Travel & Adventure

Folio.YVR Issue #3: West Lake Journey to Four Seasons Hangzhou

Helen Siwak - EcoFriendly Lifestyle ConsultantMay 7, 2019March 10, 2025

To visit the incredible Four Seasons Hangzhou, guests usually arrive by taxi or private car. On a recent visit, I rethought this approach. Why shouldn't the trip be worth the...

☆ Issue #02 - May FoF ☆ Travel & Adventure

Folio.YVR Issue #2: West Lake Journey to Four Seasons Hangzhou

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 7, 2019March 10, 2025

To visit the incredible Four Seasons Hangzhou, guests usually arrive by taxi or private car. On a recent visit, I rethought this approach. Why shouldn't the trip be worth the...

☆ Issue #01 - March

Folio.YVR Issue #1: GRAFF & Patek Philippe Launch in Luxury Zone [PHOTOS]

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMarch 30, 2018December 14, 2019

It is almost 5 pm at the launch of the GRAFF and Patek Philippe joint boutique on West Georgia in Vancouver's Luxury Zone. The sky is dark and rainy. Not...

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PORTFOLIO.YVR Business & Entrepreneurs Magazine

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With Web Summit on the horizon, we have just walked through the space that will soon become the backdrop for an unforgettable night. Tucked away downtown, this striking venue will host a curated crowd of the bold, the brilliant, and the unexpected.⁠
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Portfolio.YVR has been invited to take part—and we are bringing something sharp. Think fast. 'Fast Five' details dropping soon.⁠
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Click the link below to catch-up on the 60 profiles that we have published since launching! ⁠
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OU MA ☆ OUMA BRIDAL⁠
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Ou Ma is the founder of OUMA, a celebrated couture bridal fashion brand known for its sophisticated, avant-garde designs that challenge the traditional expectations of wedding wear. ⁠
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"Every gown is thoughtfully designed in Vancouver with sustainability in mind, offering a balance of contemporary romance and timeless wearability. Unlike mass-market bridal brands, OUMA is personal. Each dress is made to order, ensuring a unique connection between the bride and her gown."⁠
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Learn more about Ou Ma and her process in our new story!⁠

ANASTASIA BESIOU ☆ THE SARTORIAL SHOP⁠
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In the world of fashion, Anastasia Besiou, co-founder and Co-Creative Director at The Sartorial Shop, works side-by-side with her partner Zahir Rajani, to meet the growing demand for high-quality, affordable suiting for both men and women. ⁠
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“Being part Greek, Kenyan, Indian, and now Canadian, I have a very mixed cultural background. As such, I believe that I have a different view on fashion and style, and so I try to incorporate all of that into what we produce and showcase seasonally."⁠
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Learn more about Anastasia and her journey in our new story here!⁠
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JORDAN BRANDON ☆ J.D. BRANDON⁠
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Originally trained as a pharmacist, Jordan’s path took a turn in January 2020, when he discovered leatherworking through videos of artisans crafting beautiful pieces. What began as a curiosity quickly became an obsession when he realized that sewing leather by hand gave him the same sense of fulfillment he had growing up.⁠
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“I have not had a formal mentor, but I have learned a lot by studying the work of others, breaking down what makes great design, great branding, and great craftsmanship. I have spent countless hours analyzing how the best in the industry started, built their legacies, and turned their work into something bigger than just a product." ⁠
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Learn more about Jordan and his journey in our new story!⁠
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