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Day 5 @vanfashionweek SS27 ended with a bang. I chose Celebration for the music as this season was the 25th anniversary, so the night ended with a heartfelt tribute to founder @jamalabdourahman. It has been an honor to serve as media for VFW for 19 years - missing only 2 seadons out of the 38. The shows this night were inspiring, offering everything from streetwear to couture - @baharkianpour @pattern.nation @claireupcycled @jaqke.austdone @bgktangerine @_.xoa.__ @shima.asrii @btm.project @fukai_fukufuku

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The classiest lady in fashion week who is a constant advocate, liaison and supporter of the fashion scene in Vancouver of its designers and community
@flashandsoul

https://flashandsoul.ca/

Flash & Soul offers heart-based facilitation and ancestral healing.

Celebrating the web of connections between us; I aim to create conditions for change in both the social and spiritual fields.

@vanfashionweek
Sunday, October 18, 2026

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A little celebration tonight for the 25th Anniversary of Vancouver Fashion Week. Congratulations to @vanfashionweek and @jamalabdourahman and all the people who have made Vancouver Fashion Week such a success!

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Day 4 at @vanfashionweek SS27 was the most packed so far. During breaks the runway was like a mosh pit, but instead of dancing, everyone was jockey to take photos and connect with designers, models, industry pros, friends and other in attendance. Smiles, laughter, hugs and conversation ruled the waves. We also had another great selection of diverse designers to inspire us - @emmaireland_designs, Galactica Gala, @gustavonericlothing @nayaahdab @royluoart @viccore_official and @jumperzhangcouture

Thanks to @randiwinter4thep2plife @stellapopolee @akhome_27 @dilnaazbiring @shanellehe_ and @coba_akp for sharing photos. A few are from day 3.

#vanfashionweek #fashion #runway #lookoftheday #ss27

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What a fab time at @vanfashionweek day 3. In addition to the high energy, lots of connecting and great shows, my friend @nm_images surprised me by bringing a dear friend I hadnt seen in a long time who happened to be in town for Comicon - @poisonivyndc. Love ya both. The evening featured 7 inspiring, unique shows by @cldcmnty @luisacastillo.studio @leidy.laura6 @veracruz.evh @bullit_official @myriamjeanlouisofficiel and @moe_ghrbal. And @suerandhawa__ of @theopticalboutique awarded her annual scholarship to the very deserving Heidi Wilson of @jademcbridedesigns. Thanks to @nm_images, @willowdelrose and @randiwinter4thep2plife for sending me extra images.

This reel is longer than recommended, but I didn't want to cut anything out, so using it anyway.

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With the next SS27 season of @vanfashionweek coming Oct. 14-18th, I thought I might start sharing a few past photos with some of my among friends and connections I look forward to spending time with. Today’s is with long time friends and long tome VFW supporters myself @ctsoukalas, @jandrewspeaks and Sarah @flashandsoul.. Can’t wait to see each of you there this season. Colleen, Andrew and will be in our seat every day enjoying the incredible shows. Sara will running things sometimes behind the scenes and sometimes in front. More information at www.vanfashionweek.com.

#vancouverfashionweek #vfw #fashion #runway #SS27

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Program coordinator Sarah and instructor Allison were interviewed by Canadian International Student Magazine the day after our fashion show. Somehow they still managed to capture the spirit and intent of the program. Watch the video through the link in our bio or by following this link. https://share.google/uhTyZgPVUB077h9pF. #fashiondesignandproduction #fashionschool #fashionteacher

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Fashion Program Coordinator Sarah Murray is also the host at Vancouver Fashion Week. She always uses this opportunity to showcase our student’s designs. Here she is wearing a skirt by first year student Sarah Gittens. #vanfashionweek #fashionstudentwork #mcstyle

On the runway with Andrew while wearing a woven vest by first year student Karl Hipol.

Sarah and first year student Julian who made the patchwork top.

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Still wrapping my head around seeing my work at Vancouver Fashion Week 🥹

I competed in The Fashion Games at @lasallevancouver where students were tasked with upcycling discarded denim and marathon t-shirts into original designs in just 6 hours.

I’m an avid upcycler. I love making something discarded into something beautiful. I wanted this look to represent not only sustainability, but also the ethics of clothing. Using something as disposable as marathon t-shirt: often worn just once, then left in the back of a closet before being donated and ultimately unwanted. A milestone, yes, but rarely enough to justify the garish colours and loud graphics, and certainly not something appealing enough for anyone who didn’t run the race to want to wear. And of course, they’re covered in logos (a pet peeve of mine… coming from a marketing background, where merch is produced in excess in the pursuit of exposure, with little to no consideration for longevity or whether anyone would actually want it)

We often forget that all clothing is handmade. That buying something cheap means someone lost out. The deplorable conditions of garment workers overseas is something I grapple with, constantly in conflict with my simultaneous love for fashion and disgust with the industry. I made the denim top to include as many original stitches and design details as I could. An homage to the original maker. In upcycling, the untouched fabric is often the most coveted because it’s easier to work with, but I love incorporating existing details. Not just for sustainability, but because it feels collaborative, like someone else already started the design conversation for me.

The icing on the cake was Sarah Murray wearing my skirt while hosting @vanfashionweek. An incedible honour for me that still feels surreal. My first fashion week in Vancouver, only 7 months into my Fashion Design program at @vccfashion, and my design ended up on the stage. Wow. Thank you @flashandsoul for the opportunity. I am beyond grateful. Sarah Murray is pictured here with @larissahealey. Photo courtesy @ctsoukalas

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Interview with Yasmin Tang, Manager of Houndstooth Secondhand Boutique (Mains St.) and Treasure Cottage (Steveston) -

I was introduced Yasmin Tang at @Vanfashionweek by @flashandsoul and told about the new @houndstooth_secondhandboutique on Main St. she manages. While is it a second hand store, the concept behind it is to have quality donations that give the feel of an upscale consignment boutique. I was intrigued, so reached out for an interview. Her story is intriguing, and she manages both Houndstooth on Main, and @treasurecottagethriftstore in Steveston, so was able to talk about the different concepts for each, along with the worthy charity both stores support. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did, and when you get a chance, be sure to check out both locations. Also, don't forget to bring any donations you might have.

Interview - www.oliobymarilyn.com/2026/05/interview-thriftiing-retail-manager-yasmintang-treasurecottage-houndstooth-secondhand-charity.html

#YasminTang #thriftstore #secondhand #HoundstoothSecondhandBoutique #TreasureCottage

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@vanfashionweek FW26 runway looks by the graduating fashion designs from @vccfashion - part two. Images courtesy of VFW.

#fadhionshow #runway #fashiondesignstudents #vcc #gradcollection

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@vanfashionweek FW26 runway looks by the graduating fashion designs from @vccfashion - part one. Images courtesy of VFW.

#fadhionshow #runway #fashiondesignstudents #vcc #gradcollection

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