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New Online Store!

Mel — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 00:14:26 +0000

We got a new online store! Our most excellent web developer, Christy Nyiri, threw a little something together, and now you can browse all of our available items in a brand new store.

Check it out here!

christy nyiri is awesome

Randi — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:08:32 +0000

Christy Nyiri is our web designer here at www.orabags.com

We think she’s great! In addition to designing our site, she also helped us with our re-branding, including our new logo and our our lookbook – see below

Christy does all kinds of awesome stuff on and off of the internet, we wonder when she has time to sleep and shop (we’re also envious of her amazing wardrobe). Check out Christy’s new site and peruse some of her awesomeness…

and the new hand painted Ora logo by Christy Nyiri

new photo story ‘shade away’ by chester jones

Randi — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:47:00 +0000

This fall we decided to team up with local photographer Chester Jones to produce a new photo story for Ora. Check out our collections page to see the magic he produced with his old 35mm in his ‘shade away’ photos.

You can check out more of Chester’s magic photography by visiting his site www.mosbueno.com

Here are a few tidbits from his site….

the worship museum

Randi — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:12:36 +0000

The Worship Museum is an online catalogue comprised of various arts and crafts and other unique gifts designed by a diverse number of individuals. We are proud to be included in this carefully curated catalogue, you can find Ora Bike Bags in the Accessories section of their online store.

The Worship Museum was recently featured on Urban Outfitter’s Blog, check out the post here http://blog.urbanoutfitters.com/blog/the_worship_museum

Here’s a peak at some of the magical things you can find on www.theworshipmuseum.com

Mel Greene + Alpaca Life + Sitka Surfboards

Randi — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:02:59 +0000

Mel is rad. When she isn’t busy helping me out with everything Ora, she’s doing all kinds of great things as the Director of Communications for local Victoria/Vancouver brand Sitka Surfboards.

And as if all that isn’t proof enough of her radness, she has enough time and creative energy to make her own custom t shirts called The Alpaca Life.

Mel recently did some cut and sew Alpaca Life shirts for Sitka that will be available for Spring/Summer 2011. Here’s a sneak peak, and you should check out her blogs too

melgreene.tumblr.com

tens.tumblr.com

The Worship Museum Studio Sale

Mel — Thu, 13 May 2010 04:25:08 +0000

The Worship Museum is officially launching this weekend. You’ll find tons of vintage and new goods, including Ora Bags.
Better yet, new bag styles! Randi has whipped up some Crystal Pouches to wear around your neck, keep in your pocket, hang somewhere special or do whatever you like with. They’re small and full of good vibes.
Just in time for summer, Randi has come up with some bike bags that fit onto handle bars to carry all your necessities on all your adventures. Or just on your way to work. Either way, very handy.

The Worship Museum is at 369 Powell St. (Corner of Gore and Powell) and will be open from 11-8 on Saturday and from 11-6 on Sunday. See the poster above for more details. Hope to see you there!

Gastown Shop Hop Update

Mel — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:45:51 +0000

Look at me posting 2 days in a row, good girl. I was really busy there for a while, but I’m back on a mellow train and will update regularly from now on, Scouts Honour.
Anyway, as you know, the Gastown Shop Hop is going down tomorrow, but Nouvelle Nouvelle just announced they’ll discount stuff by 30%! Perfect time to get some Spring pieces. See you tomorrow!

Gastown Shop Hop

Mel — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:57:54 +0000

This Thursday April 22 is the 2010 Gastown Shop Hop! Head to Gastown between 5 and 9 pm to share in spirits and deals with some of the nicest Gastown boutiques, including Ora stockist, Nouvelle Nouvelle. It’s always a great time so we hope to see you there!

Randi in Skewed Magazine!

Mel — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 02:56:38 +0000

Randi – owner/designer of Ora Bags – is featured in issue nine of Skewed Magazine. There’s an interview about her past, present and future as well as a number of photos of her bags, other works and her beautiful self.

Randi has been an inspiring friend and mentor for a while and I’m very pleased to share this article (Caution! Leads to a PDF) that shows some of her awesomeness. Enjoy!

Photos: Lexa Naicu and Lord Loxley
Interview: Lexa Naicu
Hair: Vanessa Maclean
Make-Up: Gracee Shorter
Style Assistant and Lighting: Yours Truly – Mel Greene

HERE is NOW show featuring Michelle Ford

Randi — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:05:32 +0000

The lady behind the lense responsible for all Ora photo stories, Michelle Ford, will be featured in upcoming show HERE is NOW at Chapel Arts January 29th. This show is not to be missed, featuring the work of amazing local artists Jody Rogac, Heather Martin of Mono Clothing, and Salazar Collective, just to name a few. See you there!