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WHISTLER WHY YOU WORK

October 9th, 2008
OCTOBER 9TH, 2008 WHISTLER WHY YOU WORK When the Vitamin V team needed a quick getaway to put colour in our cheeks and a bounce in our business plan, we chose the new Nita Lake Lodge in Whistler Creek. Our girls were agog at the size of their rooms, the circular tubs, massive flatscreens and view balconies overlooking the Monet-like lake. The boutique-sized lodge (77 ro ...

FREE THE GEEKS

October 8th, 2008
OCTOBER 8TH, 2008 FREE THE GEEKS When we first heard about Free Geek, we wondered if it was some kind of super nerdy dating service, as in, “yes, I'm free tonight, right after my Dungeons and Dragons convention.” Lucky for us, Free Geek turned out to be a computer recycling and rebuilding centre that is happy to take your out-of-date technology. Unload that dot matr ...

VIOLET FEMMES

October 7th, 2008
OCTOBER 7TH, 2008 VIOLET FEMMES Roses are red Violet is new Your style is sweet This boutique is for you Genevieve Allen just raised the fashion quotient on the South Granville Rise with her brand new shop, Violet. Taking inspiration from designer Vanessa Bruno's apartment, the former Misch staffer made the space exactly that—a white, airy Parisian studio complete with ...

SLEEP EASY

October 6th, 2008
OCTOBER 6TH, 2008 SLEEP EASY Early to bed, early to rise, makes a gal healthy, wealthy and…wishing she had some new bed linens. Breathable, antibacterial, soft and sustainable, bamboo bedding is selling like lattés on a cold Sunday morning, and Vancouver's new Mulberry Sky's offers a unique blend of bamboo and organic co ...

Boogie for Biscuits

October 4th, 2008
Saturday, October 4, 2008 Boogie for Biscuits Have a little dancing king or queen on your hands? The BC SPCA is holding an exciting dance contest for kids to benefit its Biscuit Fund. Participation is simple: download indie songstress Sara Lynn's single “Thing For You,” then tape the tots showing off their best dance moves and upload th ...

FANCY BLANKY

October 4th, 2008
OCTOBER 4TH, 2008 FANCY BLANKY What gets sucked on, puked on, rolled over and drooled on? We could be describing a regrettable night in first year university, but we are in fact speaking about baby blankets. And while the white flannelette square you stole from the hospital (it's OK, we all did) is a study ...

BRIGITTE BORDEAUX

October 3rd, 2008
OCTOBER 3RD, 2008 BRIGITTE BORDEAUX This Saturday, October 4th marks the release of the storied 2005 Bordeaux, hailed by critics to be one of the greatest vintages of the past 100 years. So print these expert recommendations compiled just for Vitamin V by Sommelier James Cluer, and get your cute little tush in line. ...

STEALS AND DEALS

October 2nd, 2008
Enjoy your weekly dose of vitamin v steals & deals from our fabulous sponsors. Ready, set, shop! ...

YOGA TO GETAWAY

October 2nd, 2008
OCTOBER 2ND, 2008 YOGA TO GETAWAY While some will be tempted to abandon their warm weather fitness routines, those with bigger plans will be keeping their svelte summer figures ready for winter vacations in tropical climates. A surefire way to keep the motivation going? A retreat to Galiano Island with the yoga stars ...

Money Maker

October 1st, 2008
Wednesday, October 1, 2008 Money Maker Whether in a cheque book or a yoga class, balance is of the utmost importance. And while we've all made some regrettable investments (a pink faux-fur coat—what in Britney were we thinking?!), when it comes to dollars, we stick to common cents. For smart money tips, PC Financial's ...

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