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Your guide to the absolute best Calgary has to offer, hand-picked by passionate Spareparts Lifers and Spareparts Crew. So if you're new to the city, or just want to know what's up from those who oughtta know, check it out. From Kensington to Inglewood - Glenmore to Cathedral Bluffs, we've got you covered.

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Artschool Skateboards in Bridgeland

By Joey Norsworthy from Calgary, on Tue, 2013-06-11 14:12
bridgeland, artschool, Skateboards, yyc
This past weekend the community of Bridgeland held a - start to the summer fair - BBQ, bouncy castle, mini putt, and Artschool Skateboards. Members Ryan Hall and Denis LeBel; accompanying them: Co-Owner / Art Director Mark Kowalchuk, and Team Manager, Erica Jacobs came out to skate with the kids, signing some autographs, toss out stickers, and even a free deck! The kids were stoked to watch, and skate with the team, just as Artschool was very happy to be a part of this community event. ... [Keep Reading]

Boho Chic

Easy Breezy Summer Styling

By Bridget Reichert from Calgary, on Thu, 2013-06-06 16:20
#bohochic #style #summer #maxi #lace #fringe
Inspired by the bohemian/hippie trends of the 60's and 70's and now refined into a chic, feminine and extremely relevant trend.  Recognized  by floral prints, lace, fringe, distressed leathers, maxi's, stacked accessories etc etc.  Celebs such as Sienna Miller, Nicole Ritchie, Kate Moss and the Olsen twins are renown for their beautiful boho styling, inspiring a whole new following. This look is very individualistic, everyone has their own take on it. Realistically... [Keep Reading]

The Real McCoy

Bill McCoy the first brand

By Spencer Crosby from Calgary, on Thu, 2013-06-06 10:04
#prohibition #history #cocktail @liquiddynamix
  Now, oddly enough, there was a depression happening in North America after WW1.  Prohibition actually helped most people during this time by stimulating growth in the economy.  Many jobs were created because of prohibition. These jobs weren't necessarily legal but they were a way to make a living, and if you were Bill McCoy a very good living. In 1920 just after prohibition was past in the USA there was a man. This man built ships in Jacksonville Florida, and ironically, he... [Keep Reading]

NIKE

Iconic Brands- Part II

By Bridget Reichert from Calgary, on Fri, 2013-05-31 11:31
#Nike #Iconic #brands
NIKE, To bring inspiration and innovation to every ATHLETE in the world. "If you have a body, you are an ATHLETE." - Bill Bowerman This iconic brand is highly recognized by it’s iconic “swoosh” and the slogan “Just Do It”.  It appeals to the inner athlete in all of us and guaranteed each and every one of you has at least 1 NIKE product in your home at this very moment.  It is a truly remarkable brand as it is a true player in all... [Keep Reading]

Caffe Mauro

Italian inspired Deli

By Trevor Chapman from Calgary, on Wed, 2013-05-29 13:30
#yyc #cafemauro #italiandeli
Since May brought us Calgarians an early couple weeks of summer-like weather I suddenly remembered all my favorite lunch spots to enjoy a mid day break on a patio. One of my favorite sandwich spots in town is Café Mauro. Located on 10th ave and 8th pretty much tucked away under the railroad bridge is this hidden gem. It is an Italian inspired deli. I am surprised that I don’t hear more about this café from people as it has won several awards in the past, including “best sandwich... [Keep Reading]

Levi's

Iconic Brands- Part I

By Bridget Reichert from Calgary, on Thu, 2013-05-23 14:00
#iconic #brands #levis #denim #authentic #quality
  Lately it seems everyone has been making reference to authentic brands. Brands that have legitimate heritage in their industry, brands that have a legacy behind their name and more importantly represent a high standard of quality that each of us wants to be associated with.  It is very refreshing for me to see consumers looking to support and invest in quality products, produced by brands that have a truly authentic heritage, rather than buying the cheap and cheerful products that... [Keep Reading]

Caesars & Sun

The Ranche

By Spencer Crosby from Calgary, on Thu, 2013-05-16 09:11
@CPBAbarAB @theroosterca @sparepartslife @liquiddynamix @theranche
The Ranche Restaurant is a part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Restort family. The restaurant is nessled at the end of Bow Bottom Trail in Fish Creek Park.  In the old Burns Farm House; the house itself actually reminds me of the BIG HOUSE in Django!  The cusinie at the Ranche is amazing! Chef Thomas Neukom is truly a master of his craft.   Mike "Squire" is the head mixologist and has some inspired Caesars that go great with the wrap around Patio... [Keep Reading]

Studded Obsession

Trending Fall to Spring.

By Bridget Reichert from Calgary, on Tue, 2013-05-14 13:48
#studs #spikes #fashion
I have been wanting to share my obsession with studs for a while.  It started slowly last year with spiked stacked bracelets, and I really got into it this fall moving to spiked flats, onto studded military jackets. Moving into spring I have my eye on studded cut offs, clutches, collars, and sandals.  This trend is all about the details, you can go big and bold or keep it simple with small embellishments. Moving into spring I like to keep it a bit lighter/simpler as the fabrics... [Keep Reading]

New Spareparts Chinook Shop!

Now open on the second level of the new wing

By Ben Lamothe from , on Thu, 2013-05-09 14:47
Chinook, Spareparts, Shopping, videos, maygen, sunglasses, new shop, Retail, watches, luggage, Michael Kors, nixon, oakley, yyc, Farmfresh, calgary, Ray-Ban, 2013, bags, Underwear
Our brand new store is now open at Chinook Centre and we can't wait to show you around!   After 10 years in Chinook, we proudly unveil a new flagship that's bigger and better than ever before. Redesigned in every way imaginable, our new shop has countless new features such as a larger-than-life luggage wall, a complete footwear section, a special Farmfresh Shop (featuring sunglasses, watches, bags and accessories) and enough room for 800 sunglasses on our... [Keep Reading]

Sailing In The Abacos

By Bridget Reichert from Calgary, on Thu, 2013-05-09 10:46
#sailing, #adventure #abacos #bahamas #travel
Growing up I was very fortunate to grow up around water and boats.  From infancy till the age of 18, i spent almost every summer weekend on our sailboat which they harbored at the Elbow Marina on Lake Diefenbaker in Saskatchewan.  My family loves to sail, we have so many great memories from those times and when they sold our 34 ft C&C, it was a sad day for everyone. My parents keep their passion for the sport alive by renting boats around the world and sailing to new destinations... [Keep Reading]

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