Vancouver Magazine

Style-savvy moms and dads likely already know Redfish Kids. Founded in 2005, the trend-setting children's clothes were previously only available online and in select boutiques, but now the brand has its own beautiful shop. The new space echoes Redfish’s structured but playful design aesthetic: clean lines, bright prints, colourful trinkets. While mom-founders Lorraine Kitsos and Kristy Brinkley can't guarantee you'll be able to wrangle your kids into happily trying things on, they're positive the whole family will enjoy browsing their selection of toys and books including brands like Petit Bateau, Steiff Germany, Raplapla from Montreal, and Playsam Toys from the U.K.

See our top kids' wear picks from Redifish Kids and more for 2012:

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Zoo Lunchies by Skip*Hop

Native Shoes

Jackie Sunglasses by Sons and Daughters

Sam Pant and Kimono Set by Redfish Kids

Surf Shorts and Tee by Appaman

Poppy Print Onesie by Molo

Airplane T-shirt by Molo

Slap Watch by Rolf Bleu

Organic Cotton Sparkle Robot Blue Onesie by Mimosa

Jordan Sunglasses by Teeny Tiny Optics

Come on in, the water's fine!

We only wish we'd discovered this line sooner. Lark on Main Street carries Drifting Arrows swimwear, a line concieved by Maui-raised surfer and fashion buyer Leah Lawrence (how's that for merging practicality and style?). The cuts have that retro-inspired (and figure flattering) look that's dominated fashionable swimwear for the last few years: high-waisted bottoms, rouched tops, solid colours, and minimal hardware. Full pieces have adjustable straps that tie at your tailbone to accomodate both long and short torsos (hooray!), and supportive cups and boning keep everything in place. Summer isn't over yet... 

 Strike a pose!

Seen the glowing purple signs and pulsating, vaguely futuristic interiors of Caya shops? Here's the deal: they're owned by Telus, so you can buy a smartphone and all the accoutrements, along with all sorts of cameras, from basic point'n'shoots to heavy hardware for budding pros. Caya also offers imaging and printing from Black's photography, so you can turn your favourite prints into albums, books and other works of art. But what sets Caya apart from the rest of the techie crowd is their stylish collection of quality accessories for modern businesspeople, like Jack Spade bags, elegant messenger totes and chic, original phone sleeves.

Pictured: Boat Bag by Gräf & Lantz in Charcoal (reg. $349.99 - currently on sale for $174.99), Dipped Industrial Canvas York Brief by Jack Spade (reg. $245.99 - currently on sale for $119.99) and Nikon 1J1 Compact System camera ($549.99) 

Turn up the heat!

We've scoured the local scene to find this season's hottest apparel and accessories. But summer won't last forever (how many depressing end-of-summer sales have you seen already?) so be sure to check out these sunny selections before it's too late! - Jennifer Giesbrecht

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Rings by Dina Gonzalez Mascaro

Dresses by Heidi Merrick

Moccasins by Manitobah

Alathea Sunglasses by Kate Spade

Bao Bao Planet Prism bags by Issey Miyake

Thelma Strappy Flat by Sienna Ray

Braided Leather Cuff by Michael Kors

Café Capris by J.Crew

Pendants by Mimi & Marge

Ikat Clutch by Mimi & Marge