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The news: Vancouver Fashion Week returns April 23-28.

Why we love it: Founded in 2001, Vancouver Fashion Week is a local fashion event that aims to draw international attention. Back for six days of style, April 23-28, the latest event features more than 50 fashion designers from around the world such as Kanaka Tamura, Bahar Kianpour, and Hyunzo Ha.

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“At Vancouver Fashion Week, diversity is our greatest strength. We bring together the most incredible design talent from across Canada and worldwide, presenting the most forward-thinking creative concepts to the industry,” Jamal Abdourahman, event founder, said in a news release. “Fashion is a truly global phenomenon, and it’s inspiring to see such a strong mix of designers all under one roof here in Vancouver.”

The selection of shows, which are open to the public with tickets priced from $50, will feature a range of designs, from “avant-garde couture to street-wear trends,” according to event organizers. Student designers from local design programs at La Salle College and Vancouver Community College are also set to participate in the upcoming fashion event.

Tickets and info: Vanfashionweek.com.

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