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Gastown—Local footwear brand Native Shoes just opened their very first branded retail storefront located right on Water Street near the tail end of last year. The brick-and-mortar shop features their trademark minimalist yet sustainable aesthetic packaged in an interactive and design-driven space.
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Native originated in 2009 with three classic shoe silhouettes made and constructed entirely from a single material, EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate). Since then, the shoe outfit has expanded to offer a variety of styles—my favourite remains their limited edition Juice Truck collaboration—for both kids and adults in futuristic fabrics available to consumers in thirty countries across the globe.
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Known for their "Keep it Lite" and Beast Free (aka PETA-approved vegan) lightweight footwear, the brand continues to make waves for itself both locally and internationally.
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The store's design inspirations draw from their west coast roots pulling in natural wood and an unmissable moss wall sourced from the forests surrounding Vancouver.
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Just like their playful footwear, the location's atmosphere is uniformly bright, clean, and colourful. It's full of childlike personality while evoking a strong sense of adventure.
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