To help with your gift-giving this holiday season, for the next four weeks we’re featuring women-owned businesses that should be top of your shopping list! Looking your best helps you to feel your best, so today’s #BuyFromHer blog post showcases Fashion and Accessories from across the province.

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MEET THE FEATURED BUSINESSES

Adorah Raylene | Personal Stylist

Location: Chilliwack

Adorah Raylene is a Personal Stylist for intentional women who want effortless style. She helps her clients achieve their dream style so that they can show up in any space their most confident and authentic self.

Her services are unique because she combines personal styling with confidence coaching, creating a space where women feel truly seen and heard. Whether doing an Ultimate Wardrobe Makeover, creating an Outfit Lookbook, or supporting a Closet Clear-out, Adorah empowers her clients to embrace their full potential and build confidence in every aspect of their lives.

“I think when someone shops local, they are supporting a dream and making it a reality. We all have dreams, and we need community to not only make those dreams come to life but to make them sustainable. Shopping local is putting your money right into someone’s pocket that is trying to support their family, build a life, and give back to their community. Shopping local creates community and community is essential in thriving,” says Adorah.

Learn more and connect with Adorah Raylene

Website: Adorah Raylene

Instagram: @adorahraylene 

Facebook: Adorah Raylene

Fat Sisters | Plus Size Vintage and Consignment

Location: Victoria

Fat Sisters is Victoria’s only plus size vintage and consignment shop, run by sisters Brenna Strohschein and Erika Peterson. Offering clothing for all bodies, they specialize in sizes XL to 6X.

“Folks existing in mid and plus-size bodies have almost no options. There’s a secret shame that exists among people that aren’t served by 95% of stores—we’re here to change the way the world sees us and our bodies. We’re here to see people, serve people and give our fat friends style in addition to size. (So say fat— it’s not a bad word!)” says Breanna.

Shopping or consigning with Fat Sisters means that you’ll have more opportunities to feel excited instead of embarrassed when you need something new to wear. When you walk into their shop you know you’ll find beautiful options in your size. 

Learn more and connect with Fat Sisters

Website: Fat Sisters

Instagram: @shop.fat.sisters 

Facebook: @shop.fat.sisters

Kozy Kokum

Location: Sooke

My name is Korrey Laderoute, I’m the owner of Kozy Kokum.

I’m a female, disabled, Red River Metis Indigenous creator, singer, hand drummer, poet, designer, and storyteller.

I live and work in stunning Sooke, BC, on Vancouver Island.

Kozy Kokum features Indigenous handmade jewelry, wall hangings, smudge feathers, key chains, dreamcatchers, accessories, local polished stones, Christmas ornaments and crafts.

All my products are handmade by me, made with the best intention. I source all my materials from Indigenous businesses. I create perfectly imperfect pieces that resonate with my culture in a nouveau way.

I spend my money in my community, as well as tell others what a fabulous place my community is to live, work and play.

Learn more and connect with Kozy Koku

Instagram: @kozykokum

Facebook:  @KozyKokum

Shortlisted

Location: Vancouver

SHORTLISTED is the first sustainable fashion brand for petite women (5’4” and under) that crosses into extended sizing. Our vision is for short women of all sizes to feel seen, and never feel overlooked again.

The brand primarily serves women aged 28-45 who are career-oriented, have young families, and highly value their time. These women seek convenience, efficiency, and sustainable fashion solutions that align with their busy lifestyles.  Our customers prefer hassle-free shopping experiences (i.e.. no alterations or accidentally purchasing the wrong size) so we offer visual style guides and high-touch customer service to answer questions. 

Our customers look for ways to optimize their time. They appreciate clothing that requires minimal maintenance and allows them to effortlessly create stylish outfits. That’s why our flagship product is the Unstoppable Jumpset, a versatile two-piece jumpsuit set that allows them to mix and match easily and is made from a linen blend which reduces the wrinkles in full-linen products.

Learn more and connect with Shortlisted

Website: Shortlisted

Instagram: @shortlistedco 

Facebook: @shortlistedco 

LinkedIn: Shortlisted

Antlr Menswear | LOOK GOOD FROM WORK TO WEEKEND.

Location: Vernon

ANTLR Menswear is Vernon’s best shop for men’s clothing and gifts. They focus on sustainable clothing brands because it’s important— and good prices because that’s important too.

You’ll find a curated collection of office wear and weekend-ready clothing here, as well as hats, belts, bags, skincare and gifts that guys actually use.

“There aren’t many shops in the Okanagan that cater to guys looking for some more mature styles. We aren’t a skateboard shop, we aren’t an outdoor store, we have everyday clothes that guys would wear to the office, or out for dinner,” says owner Amanda Homeniuk. “Plus, we only source ethically made brands selling eco-conscious products. Bonus.”

Learn more and connect with Antlr Menswear

Website: Antlr Menswear

Instagram:  @antlr.ca   

Facebook: @antlr.ca 

Wren Boutique

Location: Bowen Island

Wren is located on picturesque Bowen Island off the coast of Vancouver. A contemporary fashion and lifestyle boutique with a focus on modern sustainable Canadian designs, Wren has provided locals and visitors with curated, classically effortless and wearable fashions since 2010.

Aimed at fashion-conscious, ethically minded women between the ages of 25 and 45, Wren features curated and elevated independent slow fashion designs sourced both locally and internationally, with a primary focus on sustainably produced Canadian brands.

“Shopping small and supporting local business has always been important and in our present day world this cannot be overstated. Independent businesses are the lifeline of every community. They are the establishments that define the character of our neighbourhoods and foster community among its residents. The relationships created between customers and those that work in independent business frequently go beyond the transaction and often become familial,” explains owner Erin Norgan.

“Independent businesses are run by real people— not boards, stockholders or algorithms. They offer a more authentic kind of care and quality in their product because their work is a reflection of themselves. Instead of focusing on the next market expansion or their next round of fundraising, a small business owner focuses on the details. This allows them an originality and variety that simply cannot be found in larger corporations.” 

Learn more and connect with Wren Boutique

Website: Wren Boutique

Instagram: @wrenboutique   

Facebook: @wrenboutique 

LinkedIn: @erinnorgan