Supporting small/local makers and businesses is something I’ve been passionate about since first moving out to Vancouver in 2001. When Jessica from East of Embers reached out to me and introduced herself and her label with me, I instantly knew this was a shop to get excited about. Her beautiful assortment of ethically, handmade items, are not only pretty, but also items you can feel good wearing knowing you are supporting fair labour. Ok, so why have I dubbed this…
I am, what I like to refer to as, in transition. I’m not talking about moving from Winter to Spring, I’m talking about moving to a slower, more mindful closet. There hasn’t been one major “a-ha” moment that pushed me into this new fashion direction, it has been many small things all leading me along the same path. A few years ago I watched the documentary, The True Cost. This was one of the first times I truly understood the…
As I’m writing this, the snow is falling and the ground is white. Mother Nature clearly isn’t ready for me to come out of my Winter hibernation quite yet. As much as I love a cozy night in by the fire, I am longing for ease that comes with warmer weather. I can’t wait for when we can just throw on some sandals and head out the door for a day of fun outside with the kids. It’s easy to…
My body is not for others to judge. My body does not determine my worth. I can be both content and working on myself at the same time. Women of all sizes can have insecurities about their bodies. My soft stomach is not something I need to hide. Skinny doesn’t equal healthy. Loving women with different bodies then my own doesn’t mean I have to hate my body. Real women have curves and don’t. Have big boobs, small boobs, no…
I did it! I finally have some fab items listed for sale on my secondary Instagram page @jenpistorcloset ! So what will you find over there? A few different things. Gently worn items, right from my closet, that either no longer fit me and/or spark joy and are in need of a new home. T-shrits from my previous gig (pre twins). Before I had my twins, I had a t-shirt line and online shop. I’m sitting on a…
