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☆ Issue #32 - February 2025 FoF ☆ Fashion & Lifestyle

J.D. Brandon Leather Goods: Crafting Legacy on Vancouver Island

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMarch 3, 2025March 3, 2025

J.D. Brandon is the eponymous luxury leather label founded by Jordan Brandon in Victoria, BC. Specializing in custom and bespoke handbags, duffle bags, and accessories, the brand is rooted in...

Arthur Murray Dance Studio: Daniel Seguin is Transforming Lives & Weddings Through Dance

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverNovember 19, 2024November 19, 2024

Daniel Seguin, owner of the Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Victoria, has spent decades helping people discover the joy and transformative power of dance. His journey from an Internal Auditor...

FoF ☆ Celebrate Island Bridal Series

Tanner Biggan Productions: Passionate About Wedding Videography

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverNovember 5, 2024February 4, 2025

When it comes to preserving the memories of your wedding day, Tanner Biggan Productions brings a touch of cinematic artistry to every moment. Known for delivering high-quality wedding videos in...

☆ Issue #27 - Summer 2024 (II of II) FoF ☆ Culinary, Wine, Spirits

Church & State Wines in Oliver, BC, Lets Wine ‘Speak for Itself’

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverAugust 31, 2024December 30, 2024

Church and State Wines, a renowned winery with vineyards in the South Okanagan Valley and Vancouver Island, has gained widespread acclaim for its commitment to producing exceptional wines. The winery’s...

☆ Issue #13 - Winter 2020/21 ☆ Issue #22 - Travel Special Edition

Folio.YVR ☆ Issue 13 ☆ Villa Cielo Lords Over Finlayson Arms at Villa Eyrie Resort

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverJanuary 5, 2024January 12, 2024

Nestled into the mountainside is Villa Eyrie, a Tuscan-inspired 40-room resort that is known internationally as one of the top BC getaway locations for those seeking a peaceful and relaxing...

People of Portfolio.YVR PORTFOLIO.YVR Volume 1 | Issue 2

PORTFOLIO.YVR: Alan Calimbas: Real Estate & Rescue

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

Immersed in a culture where relationships rule all, Alan Calimbas has always emphasized truly connecting with everyone who surrounds him. With many years as a touring musician and in the...

☆ Issue #21 - Oct/Nov 2023

‘Be Love’ on Vancouver Island Serves Up Vegan Vibes!

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverDecember 15, 2023

With its wooden floors, rough-hewn ceiling beams, and captivating artwork, Be Love restaurant is an oasis for those seeking a dining experience away from the pubs and lounges of downtown...

☆ Issue #15 - F/W 2022

Oak Bay Beach Hotel: Award-winning Luxury Boutique Resort ☆ Folio.YVR Issue 15

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverOctober 13, 2022October 24, 2022

Visit the Oak Bay Beach Hotel in Victoria for the ultimate two-day romantic getaway. The fall season is a time for local adventure, chunky knit sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and...

☆ Issue #06 - September

Folio.YVR Issue #6: Concours D’Elegance Creates a New Tradition

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverDecember 25, 2019

The inaugural Vancouver Island Concours d’Elegance by the GAIN Group was held on a splendidly sunny day at the Shawnigan Lake School. 250 vehicles, many of them rare, antique, and...

☆ Issue #06 - September FoF ☆ Travel & Adventure

Folio.YVR Issue #6: New Twist on Toasting: Cocktails at Villa Eyrie Resort

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverDecember 23, 2019March 10, 2025

There is a societal movement afoot which has cocktail lovers leaning away from their usual thirst-quenching favourites and towards a kinder, gentler approach to imbibing. As odd as it sounds,...