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The Ultimate Sweater

When I first heard about legendary wrestler The Ultimate Warrior's passing this year I was shocked. How could an invincible super hero from my childhood die? In the earlier years of the WWF there were so many characters like the Bushwackers, Junkyard Dog, Macho Man Randy Savage and the Legion of Doom but the Warrior was always hands down the favourite.

His energy was contagious and I often found myself copying his loud, incoherent energy fueled rant in the house. This was not a popular sound amongst siblings and parents. Nonetheless I looked forward to his thunderous, tasseled presence on TV and I enjoyed his interviews just as much as his matches.

A true and pure form of entertainment which is hard to find nowadays. RIP Ultimate Warrior. Thank you for being a part of my childhood. This one is for you and you will be missed.

Contact us at mail@grantedclothing.com for details.

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Every year we try to do a little something out of the ordinary, not only to test the boundaries of our knitters but to design something that has had an influence with our vision in some way. While other brands seem to try so hard to be something they are not we are lucky here at Granted to have a natural and genuine approach with our ideas. 

-Some other examples of our designs-

Don Cherry's Blue Sweater

Miami Vice Flamingo Sweater

David Suzuki Sweater

Greatest Sweater in the Galaxy

Malcom X Sweater

 

Special thanks to:

Holistic Fitness Specialist

Kenny Muir

www.kennymuir.ca

 

 

 

 

KEN DIAMOND MOVEMBER FUNDRAISING EVENT

Our friends at Ken Diamond Leather Goods are having a fundraising event for a great cause. We would like to invite you to come out!

Ken is know for his leather craftsmanship and glorious beard. Which is why we are excited to join in on their Movember campaign by raising donations to de-wizard the wizard!! Watch the Belmont barbershop's Rich Hope buzz it all off but the mustache! Raising awareness for all Men's health but one man in particular...this is for you "Bill".

More information at ca.movember.com search Ken Diamond

LOTS OF GREAT PRIZES FROM:

KEN DIAMOND, GRANTED, BRASSNECK BREWERY, THE SHOP VANCOUVER, REASSEMBLY, CAMPAGNOLO, BLOCK, STILL LIFE, SANITARY ELECTRIC TATTOO AND MORE!

 

EVENT DATE:

Saturday November 29th 5-10pm

Ken Diamond Studio

756 Powell Street

Vancouver, BC

Hope to see you there!

Store Feature: Hills of Kerrisdale

Hill's of Kerrisdale has a rich history in Vancouver's retail landscape and it is a cornerstone in the neighbourhood and shopping district of Kerrisdale. The family's retail business originated in 1914 and Hill's of Kerrisdale opened its doors in the mid 1920's. Third generation retailers, brother and sister team Ross and Nancy Hill have continued their father's success with Hill's of Kerrisdale and expanding the business to Blue Ruby Jewellery in 1998 and Ray Rickburn Fine Men's Apparel in 2004.


The atmosphere of Hill's of Kerrisdale is a vintage, old school feel but their merchandise is anything but. A fashion destination for men's and ladies branded clothing and accessories. Hill's is constantly sourcing new items and brands but at the same time keeping their "must have" customer favourites. Shopping at Hill's of Kerrisdale is an experience of the best kind, like meeting a new friend and feeling like you've known them forever.

Hills of Kerrisdale

2125 West 41st Avenue,
Vancouver, BC V6M 1Z3

 

Phone: 604-266-9177

Email: hills@hillsofkerrisdale.com

 

 

 

Store Feature: Thrive Lifestyle

Thrive Lifestyle is an ethical fashion boutique located on beautiful Salt Spring Island, B.C.  Thrive carries local, hand made, socially responsible, and eco friendly clothing and accessories for the whole family. Thrive is home to a handmade studio where owners Zoe Dubien and Jessica Wilson design, sew and print their own line of clothing and home decor. This gives customers the unique opportunity to see our creative process and engage in the product while it's being produced.


"We believe style doesn't have to be compromised when living an ethical lifestyle. You can feel good buying products here made with love, care, and consciousness."

 

Thrive Lifestyle

113-109 McPhillips Ave
Salt Spring Island, B.C V8K 2T6
Hours of operation: 10AM-5PM

 

Contact: contact.thrivelifestyle@gmail.com

250-931-5433

 

 

Visiting the wool mill

Briggs Little Woolen Mills

Built upon values of tradition and highest quality, Briggs & Little has continued to produce the highest quality of 100% pure wool yarns for generations.

Briggs Little premium Canada grade wool knitting yarns are made from 100% domestic wool, and are milled, carded, dyed, and spun at our factory in York Mills, New Brunswick, Canada. It’s the same place it’s been for over 150 years.

 

Today, Briggs & Little is one of the few remaining vertical woolen mills in Canada and North America. Mill processes include scouring, dying, blending, carding, spinning, reeling, packaging and labeling.

 

View the rest of the gallery here

Photo's courtesy of Kandise Brown photography.

www.kandisebrown.com

Kandise Brown contact information.

 

 

Photo shoot - The styling process

Kasmi, our stylist, paired the sweaters in our recent photo shoot with casual "easy to find" items that may already be in your closet. Granted's chunky knits are quite warm so there is no need for many layers. Kasmi hopes these simple looks will inspire your next outfit!

 

 

 

Sail Voyage Sweater

Nordic Deer Sweater

Trio of Trees Sweater

Autumn Rose Sweater

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