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.