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Amazing new Spring hoodies
Adorable fleece pieces from left to right: Surf's Up in Heather Indigo, Gidget in Fuschia and Blue Crush in Mint Julep. Also note the Edie cargo shorts in Stone and Surplus Green - love them!
We can't wait to add these beauties to our Spring wardrobe :)
Orb Spring Inspiration: Gidget
It's all about sun, sand and killer style in our Spring 2012 Body Collection, inspired by 60s surf icon, Gidget. This no-nonsense beach babe showed the world that ruling the waves wasn't just for the boys and she did it while epitomizing laid back California cool and vintage beach chic.
Take a look at a few snaps from our Spring shoot (above) and some snaps of Gidget (Sandra Dee) herself. Note the playful pooch that got in the shot and ended up playing fetch with our model - you've got to love happy accidents captured on camera :)
Stay tuned for the rest of this fabulous collection to be available in our online store!
Aspen XGames 2012
Every rider should have the chance to go see the XGames because they are so amazing.
This year, the Winter XGames were still in the beautiful region on Aspen, Colorado.
I had the chance to see the Skiing SuperPipe Women's Final, Skiing SuperPipe Men's Final, Snowboarder X Men's & Women's Final, Skiing Big Air Final and Snowboard Slopestyle Men's Final.
It was really amazing to be that close of the action.
I think all the riders were sick and worth a round of applause because the setups were humongous!!
I hope you all had the chance to watch the action on TV and that maybe next year you can be part of the action too!
Love,
Kamie
Sneaking a Peek of Orb Spring 12
Hand painted graphics, delicate lace accents and beachy brights - hello Orb Spring 2012! Whether you are feeling surfer chic or feminine and romantic this collection has it all. We can't wait for these new pieces to hit our online shop and retailers near you soon! Stay tuned for more photos :)
November 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
October 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
September 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
Movember Nail Art DIY
photo: stylesite
As many of you know, most likely from the barrage of moustached males walking the streets these days, it's Movember! A time when our favourite fellas spend the month of November growing funny facial hair to raise funds and awareness for men's health issues, specifically prostate cancer. It's a great cause that the team here at Orb (and our brother brand Arson) care a lot about. And this cause is not just for the boys. As a lady lacking the ability to grow a dapper 'stache, there are plenty of other ways to get involved in the cause. Along with donating money to the "Mo Bros" in your life or starting a Movember team with your group of friends or co-workers, why not dazzle up your digits with some expertly polished moustache decals? A sure-fire conversation starter, when someone asks you about your fantastic nails you can chat them up about the cause and help raise awareness. Check out these awesome nail art tutorials for tips and ideas, then get polishing!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=jV8U3YFlZFs#!
http://www.youtube.com/cutepolish#p/u/2/6wc66W0lYx0
And check out the Movember Canada site for more info.
The Algebra hoodie is Pretty in Pink
Pretty in Pink! We're loving the rosy shade of the Orb Algebra hoodie from this year's Holiday collection - also note the leopard inspired graphic :)
This hoodie comes in plenty of other great colours too! Head to the Orb Store or a retailer near you to scoop one up.
Orb Warehouse Sale at the River Rock
Just in time for Holiday Shopping...or just in time to treat yourself :)
Join us Nov 11-13th at the River Rock Resort in Richmond, BC for the Orb Warehouse sale. We've got plenty of ski/snowboard jackets and pants, hoodies, tops, dresses, accessories and Arson gear for the guys too! Everything is 50-70% off - the deals are amazing! RSVP to our facebook event page for updates and special offers.
Pre-Season Prep
My very awesome, very stiff new boots. (and yes, I totally recycle post-its...)
So while I refuse to sleep in my new boots to break them in (one friend’s suggestion), I am wearing them right now. As I type. At work.
Totally normal, right? How else am I going to break them in before the mountain opens? Plus they keep my toes toasty!
Do you guys have any pre-season rituals? Fresh wax? New socks?
It's Snowing! It's Snowing!
Last season at Whitewater in Nelson, BC.
Well, it’s snowing at the top of Cypress Mountain in Vancouver, and that’s good enough for me!
I’m Annika. I’m the Technical Outerwear Coordinator at Orb, which basically means I’m all things snow. I can’t promise I’ll blog every time it snows, but I’ll be around all winter to talk about general snow related awesomeness. I'm here in the summer too, I'm just a little quieter :)
Snow on Halloween weekend. Reminds me of being a kid and having to wear my Halloween costume over my snowsuit. Hard to be taken seriously as a cat who’s ready for a blizzard.
Happy Friday, go find some snow to play in!
Orb's WE DAY Experience
“We Day is the movement of our time.” Two brothers, Craig and Marc Kielburger started Free the Children when they were still children themselves and now work to inspire young people to be a part of global change. The We Day events are held in several cities throughout the year and young people from many school are invited to attend an inspiring day filled with speakers, live music and education on how they can BE THE CHANGE.
Bright and early on the morning of Thursday, October 13th, the Orb staff (along with over 700 other volunteers!) met at the Rogers Arena to get ready for our We Day experience. It was not even 7am and the energy of the volunteers was amazing! The youth who were volunteering as "Crowd Pumpers" were decked out in tight and bright ensembles and excitedly practiced their We Day dance while the tunes blasted.
The Orb team members were volunteering in several different areas –Youth Registration, Seating, Selling Me to We merchandise, and working with Honoured Guests and their families - all of which were very rewarding.
The lineup of live performers and speakers included: Mikhail Gorbachev, Sean Desman, Mia Farrow, Shaq, Spencer West, Hedley, Down with Webster, Classified, Holly Branson, Michel Chikwanine, Jessi Cruicshank, Jesse Giddings, and Waneek Horn-Miller.
Memorable moments included an inspiring speech by Spencer West when he announced his goal to climb Mt Kilimanjaro with the use of his hands, a silent presentation by former child soldier Michel Chikwanine and the powerful keynote speech by Craig and Marc Kielburger. Shaq’s dance off and performances by musical guest, Hedley were huge hits that really got the crowd (and the volunteers!) on their feet.
The day was unforgettable and we would do it all over again in a heartbeat! Are you interested in volunteering for a We Day? Check out their website for sign up info.
Get a taste of the energy that we were feeling in the crowd!
Kamie's Update from Colorado!
Hey everybody,
Here’s a little update! I actually got injured and have to be in a boot cast for the next month…but that won’t stop me to have fun, let me tell you!
It’s already been 2 months that I am living in Colorado and I love it!! My apartment is at the 15th floor so I can see the mountains. What a nice feeling in the morning to wake up and see them...it always makes me happy.
I had the chances to do a lot of activities since I am here:
I went White Water Rafting in The Cache La Poudre River. It was a lot of fun since it was the last day of the rafting season and everything was tricky and cooooold :P
I also went hiking in Estes Park. It was a long hike but totally worth it. The landscapes were amazing and, as usual in Colorado Mountains, we got caught by a storm in the afternoon!
We also decided to go to the Denver Zoo one day. We felt like kids and it was super fun to see all these animals and some shows with them.
The CIE of my school (Center for International Student) also organized an International Soccer Tournament in which we participated. We decided to represent the Bahamas and tried our best against real soccer players. It was funny to be to represent the Bahamas because that’s where I’ll be during New Year :) (December 27th until January 3rd).
Also, I went horseback riding in Estes Park. It was an amazing trip because we were riding in the mountains and the view was more than awesome. I would do it again any time for the landscapes we saw.
But my favorite favorite favorite thing I did since I am here is my trip to California! It was AWESOME. California is now my paradise. We were staying in West Hollywood and experienced a bit of this awesome city. We went to Huntington Beach one day and to Venice beach the other day. I seriously can’t wait to go back in May and surf everyday all day :)
Snowboarding season will probably start for me November 19th as I’ll go to Arapahoe Basin (please everybody cross your fingers for my foot to be completely heal). I’m also part of the University of Northern Colorado snowboarding club (Northern Colorado Riders) and I am really excited to go out there with everybody.
I hope you guys are having fun too
Love,
Kamie
Orb Thinks Pink
Click here for a chance to win one!
All you have to do is "like" your favourite entry in our Breast Cancer Awareness Window Display Contest and leave a comment. 3 Comments with the most "likes" get this hoodie.
Empowering Phones
We are loving the feel good messages on these inspiring cell phone wallpapers from Enlightened Education. Why not send some good vibes to yourself while texting good vibes to your friends? :)
Awesome Orb Artwork
Fantastic Orb artwork sent to us by Grace, 12, featuring her pup Murphy wearing an Orb scarf. Adorable!
Have any fun photos/art you'd like to send our way? Email us: marketing@globalcollective.ca :)
The Orb Store - SALE - Wednesday Night Only!
This Wednesday Night from 6:00 - 9:00pm you can SAVE 30% off Orb's Fall collection at the Orb Store. Stop by to enjoy a FREE gift with purchase (first 30 customers) refreshments and shop Orb's Fall tops, hoodies, jackets, pants and more - all on sale for 1 night only!
Over 30 retailers on West 4th will be participating in this shopping party extravaganza - don't miss out :)
Check out Shop West 4th's Event page for more details.
Workshop with Tortoise and Hare Slow Foods and The World in a Garden
On Wednesday night, Orb had the pleasure of attending a canning and preserving workshop put on by Stacey of Tortoise and Hare Slow Foods andTricia and Alicia of The World in a Garden. The idea behind the workshop was to make the most of your summer harvest - don't have a garden? Fear not! Stock up on local produce at a farmer's market and get to it!
Stacey led the group in sterilizing the mason jars, chopping and cooking the ingredients and filling and sealing the jars, all while sharing many helpful tips - passed on to her by Grandma Smith :) By the end of the class we each had a jar of blueberry jam, applesauce and stewed tomatoes - delicious!
Be sure to check out A World in a Garden's site for more wonderful workshops and events.
September 21, 6-9pm FASHION'S FIRST NIGHT
On Wednesday, September 21st, from 6-9pm over 25 retailers on Vancouver's West 4th Ave. are hosting FASHION'S FIRST NIGHT. The after hours shopping party features awesome deals, FREE valet parking, food and fun!
Visit the Orb Store to save 30% off all Orb Fall product and be one of the first 30 customers to receive a FREE gift with purchase! While you're there, enjoy free snacks and refreshments and browse through Orb Spring stock - which is Buy 1, Get 1 FREE.
It's going to be an awesome party - see you there :)
Check out Shop West 4th's Event page for more details.
Lauren at Kicking Horse
One Orb Girl, Lauren, does some downhill mountain biking at Kicking Horse Mountain in Golden! Looks like she is making the most of the September Summer. Check out that "love Orb" cowboy hat - adorable :)
Orb 2011 Behind the Scenes Video!
Get an insider's view on what goes on behind the scenes at an Orb photoshoot.
This video features Orb's Fall 2011 Streetwear line (in stores now) and Orb's 2011 Outerwear line (coming to stores soon!). Music by Orb Girl, Adrienne Pierce and video by Jeremy Cox. Thank you to everyone who helped on this shoot - it was a blast!
Free the Children + Nelly Furtado: The Road to Kisaruni
"Free The Children ambassador Nelly Furtado is passionate about girls’ education. As the subject of a documentary profiling the Kisaruni All Girls Secondary School in Kenya, Nelly saw with her own eyes the invaluable potential that education provides to a girl in a developing country.
Join Nelly Furtado, Free The Children and young people across North America in supporting the education of girls at the Kisaruni School and across East Africa, standing in solidarity through the current drought crisis and into the future. Show that you believe in the power and potential of the world’s girls."
Visit the Free The Children website for video clips and more information on how you can help support the cause.
Fall Look of the Day from the Orb Store!
Here is the Orb Look of the Day sent to us by the lovely staff at the Orb Store at 2028 West 4th. This look features the Nightingale Hoodie and The Narrows skinny pants. Adorable!
Fallin for the Prairie Rose top
The latest look comin' at yah from the Orb Store on West 4th - Prairie Rose top in Cream Prairie Print, The Narrows pants in Taupe and necklace with wooden charms by Billy Would Designs. The ruched sleeve and henley neckline have us fallin' hard for this top - it's also available in charcoal prairie print and and in two solids (eggplant and teal dusk). Come down and experience the loveliness for yourself :)
December 2010
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
October 2010
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
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July 2010
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June 2010
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
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April 2010
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November 2010
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
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February 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
August 2010
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
September 2010
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
March 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
April 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
May 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.
June 2011
Catch up with the latest updates from the Orb Clothing team!
This blog is the up-to-date, one-stop for events (sales!), news items, what we are up to, retailer deals, books we love, community inspiration and general awesomeness.