VANCOUVER CREATIVE KURTIS SMEATON HAS THE BEST STYLE ADVICE

1. Where do you get your style inspo from?

“My mom. She has always had a very clear idea of her style: effortless and timeless with lots of knits, jeans and button-downs. She knows how to dress up for an occasion and has a slight addiction to shoes.”

2. Go-to drink?

“A spicy mescal margarita.”

3. Tell us something about yourself.

“I work as a creative consultant/producer and content creator, but I started my career working in finance and at various start-ups, so I take a strategic relationship-focused approach to my business.”

4. What are you looking forward to this year?

“I have a lot more clarity about what I want from my business and my life in 2026 than I did in 2025, which was a building year—I had a lot of amazing opportunities that pushed me out of my comfort zone. I have some projects and personal goals that I am really excited about pursuing this year. I feel confident and ready to take them on. Also, more travel!”

5. Favourite neighbourhood restaurant?

“Sushi Hil. Vancouver is known for sushi, but Sushi Hil truly is next level, and it has a very low-key vibe. And if I want a cheeky glass of wine and a more vibey spot, Dear Gus is the cutest 18-seat wine bar.”

6. Best style advice you’ve ever received?

“Clothes are meant to be worn. The word ‘patina’ is used a lot when describing interiors, but I think the same can be said for fashion. I love it when I can tell someone is wearing a piece they have had for a long time. I don’t love it when I can tell an entire outfit is new.”

7. Go-to clothing brands for everyday wear?

“California Arts, a Canadian-founded brand creating cool pieces that feel timeless but have a little edge, and A Day’s March, a Swedish brand that has the nicest pieces. The fit [of A Day’s March clothing] is perfect—my black cashmere sweater from there is probably my most-worn item.”

8. What’s something people don’t know about you?

“I played high-level basketball until my first year of university. I don’t think my passion for sports is conveyed online, but I am a huge NBA fan. I also played competitive golf and hockey until I was 16.”

9. Favourite skincare products right now?

“Malin+Goetz Niacinamide Restorative Cream and SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum. I tend to be a simple man when it comes to my skin, and that has benefited me. I focus on hydration—both [when it comes to] drinking water and the products I use.”

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10. What are you binge-watching these days?

“Heated Rivalry, duh!”

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