A hidden gem in the West End

Jennifer Ng

A favorite of the locals in the area, House of Jewels is one of the best-kept secrets in the West End of Vancouver.  Nestled between a produce market and a hair salon, this little boutique offers a taste of the best. With a wide selection of unique designer jewelry and clothing, storeowner Nadene boasts an 85 percent local designer content. “Each season we bring in a new designer,” she says. Featured Vancouver-based designers include Dace, Fidelity, Cherry Blossom, and Mint Tea Accessories just to name a few. In addition to the list of local labels, House of Jewels offers collections from around the globe including Europe, Asia, New York, Montreal, and the Gisele Bundchen line, Colcci, from Brazil. This store has everything from tank tops to lip balm, sunglasses to the cutest shoes you will find this summer. Don’t miss it; it’s a definite stop the next time you’re in town.