Sunday, January 13, 2008

skoop man: Nudie jeans for guys Housekeeping novices and athletic men take note.....I've found the BEST jeans for you. Head to The Block in Gastown for 'Slim Jim' jeans by organic denim jean company 'Nudie'. While the Nudie website says to wait at least 6 months before first washing your new jeans, the good people at The Block say all jeans should be washed much less frequently. Apparently this is the key to giving your jeans 'character'. My favourite thing about these jeans is the fit. I am yet to find a better fitting men's jean, especially for the athletic guy (aka a little bit of 'back'). The 'slim jim' cut is modern and relatively narrow without being 'hipster slim'. Prices range from $185-$249.
www.nudie.com
The Block: 350 West Cordova, Vancouver www.theblock.ca

skoop woman: sweet love body spray For those of you who are addicted to skoah's 'sweet love body kream', there is a new addition to the collection.....but take note....it's limited edition. Just in time for Valentine's day, skoah's 'sweet love body spray' is the same warm blend of cinnamon and vanilla. You cannot overdose on this delicious spritzer. Layer it over your coveted body kream and I reapply whenever the mood strikes. $30, and available at all three skoah locations. www.skoah.com

skoop family: Little Nest Cafe I love this just off Commercial Drive gem! It is self-described as a 'parent friendly cafe'. The concept is so simple and so perfect. Create a cafe that has fantastic adult food and a roster of kid-friendly food favourites. There is a play area for the rulers of the roost to roam around while the adults linger over breakfast, brunch or lunch. Soups, sandwiches, brunch favourites and more. At Little Nest there is no compromising on a kid-friendly environment vs adult-friendly food.
1716 Charles Street, Vancouver www.littlenest.ca