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Vancouver shop talk: Foundlings is a giftie paradise

By Rebecca Tay | April 28th, 2010 | 3:03 pm

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Like most of us in the fashion industry, Terry Jackson loves beautiful things. But unlike most of us, he decided to channel that adoration into a new store. I stumbled upon Foundlings (1812 W. First Ave., Vancouver, 604-737-7688) after brunch at The Epicurean. The shop’s bright atmosphere (designed by Robert Bailey, the guy behind the Opus Hotel interior) and all the tchotchkes beckoned me, and like a moth to a flame, I ambled in. With a price range from $20 to $800, this place is the ultimate gift-giver’s resource—and a gift well given is…deserving of a gift to oneself, too? In any case, my favourite Foundlings findings include the Aquiesse soy candles ($49), which come with a lid that doubles as a coaster, any of the cuffs by Stelios ($129) and purses by High Fashion Handbags. I also love the lightweight, handmade travel bags (from $129) by Laga Designs, an Indonesian company that employs survivors of the 2004 tsunami.

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  • Cathy

    Just bought a handbag by Laga Designs at this shop today. These bags were the first thing that struck me when we went in and when I found out that people benefit from the sale, I had to get one. They are simply beautiful designs, amazing work on them, and so many great colours. Terry, the owner, was telling us that the company was just featured on Oprah. The shop is just lovely, and I will be going back for gifts for sure. Maybe another purse, as it is a great cause.

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