Nicole Bridger Boutique

Eco-conscious, contemporary couture
Noteworthy for: Each piece of Nicole Bridger clothing has the phrase 'I am love' stitched somewhere into it.

Talk of the town: Nicole Bridger is a former student of couture icon Vivienne Westwood.
Nicole Bridger, who began her own label in 2008 after a stint at famous Vancouver fashion house Lululemon, makes sassy, sexy, and environmentally conscious garments for 20 and 30-something women who care as passionately about the planet as she does. Her clothes are manufactured locally, and use sustainable materials and low-impact dyes.

Bridger's separates are the biggest sellers, known for their softness and versatility, while the Vancouver native's dresses are perfect for the trendy streets of the surrounding Kitsilano area. The designer's clothes are still hard to find outside Vancouver, so it's worth investing in a few pieces before the rest of the world discovers them.