The BC Diariesby Amanda Mae

Spring | Summer 2013

Parksville, BC 2012

The BC Diaries, inspired by David Byrne’s book of travels, Bicycle Diaries, is a collection for British Columbia’s city of Vancouver. A free spirited culture that is naturally natural...Where not an inch of earth is ignored, & people live a life

that is active, happy, inspired, & endlessly lush.

The Islander is a peaceful soul who escapes the busy life of the Mainland by traveling blue waters to Vancouver Island. Lush with greenery, ocean coast, wildlife & First Nation’s native influences, the

island is a place to be nurtured by nature in endless inspiration.A free spirit’s soul lives here. There is no better place to be at peace

& feel at home than on the island.

Bamboo Knit/Spandex

TexturedFelted Wool

VintageWoven Print

IrredescentLining

“The threat of natural disaster promises an emotional epiphany. An urban apocalypse gives

way to a garden party.”-Love This Giant

“Every north storm, whisper home to the Kokanee, and celebrate in perfect stillness, each calm lake.” -Fred Wah

The Beach Soul is a sun child. British Columbia’s beaches span the North Western coast. Wreck Beach, Spanish Banks, Locarno,

Jericho, Kitsilano, Sunset, English Bay, Second Beach & Third Beach, line the outskirts of the city of Vancouver. Whether enjoyed socially, with your dog, or alone, the beach is for fun, relaxation & gathering. Breathe in the ocean air, see the mountains & be thankful for the

ground under you.

Sea GreenCotton Spandex

RecycledBrown Leather

CottonKnitting

“Do you want to go to the seaside? I’m not trying to say that everybody wants to go, but I fell in love with

the seaside, on the seaside. “-The Kooks

“Give me miles and miles of mountains, and I’ll ask for the sea.”-Damien Rice

The Rain Child. Vancouver could not be as lush & green without its notorious rainy months. Necessities in a Northwest Coast wardrobe... raincoat, boots, & an umbrella. It may sprinkle or pour, but often we get to

enjoy a beautiful line of rainbows. A rainbow is a “Welcome home.”

Vintage Cotton Houndstooth

Deep Moss Rayon Jersey

Water ResistantLightweight Linen

Recycled Brown Leather

“The most beautiful colours chase the sun. They wrap her tail in a taunting gesture that seems to sing out loud,

‘This is what you’re missing’. “-Local Natives

“All the troubles that I’ve seen came on their wings. I threw them away to rust in the rain.”-Laura Veirs

The Active Life. With lushness all around, people in British Columbia love the outdoors. Walking, hiking, biking, exploring. Vancouver is home to the world renowned forest, Stanley Park.The seawall traces the

outer Pacific edge, perfect for a walk, run, or bike ride, all with an enchanting view. Towering above the other trees, Douglas Firs fill the forest, a signature to Vancouver. Cathedral Grove, on Vancouver Island, is filled with 800 year old trees, wildlife, trails & fresh water streams from surrounding mountains. The essence of British Columbia is in its abundance of nature & its breathtaking

scenic wonders.

Green MistTencel Jersey

Textured StripeTencel Twill

“Only dew, therefore grass. Moon meticulous, the sound of ten thousand branches. Therefore, rivers, pines.”

-Fred Wah

“Honeysuckle, elder, moss, followed one another, like a sequence of phrases in a sentence, distinct, yet contributing successively to an ambiance that for sake of convenience, I will call the present.”

-Lisa Robertson

The City Walker in Vancouver is young at heart, creative, ambitious & open-minded to culture. Any place is great to meet a friend, or

enjoy some time alone to read. Street art, music, paintings, sculptures & more, feed the creative vibe of the city. There is something here for everyone.

Sweet SeaRayon Jersey

Night BarkRayon Jersey

“People say she’s crazy. She got diamonds on the soles of her shoes. Well that’s one way to lose these

walking blues.”-Paul Simon

“Grab hold of your bootstraps, and pull like hell, until gravity feels sorry for you, and lets you go.”-Andrew Bird

“Home is where I want to be, but I guess I’m already there.“ -Talking Heads

Amanda Mae is an aspiring Pacific North West Coast fashion designer who interperates the lifestyle, nature, and vibe of British Columbia, Canada. Her design inspiration comes from surrounding nature, people, city life, Native Islander culture, and experiences in BC. Musical lyricism, literature, and contemporary poetry serve as a story line for her work. Her intent is to pair these artforms

with fashion in a playful journey of colour, texture, comfort, functionality, and spirit.

amandamae.designs@gmail.comFanny Bay, BC 2012