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Vancouver isn’t exactly known for being a fashion capital, but that hasn’t stopped Jason Pillay from building a career rooted in style, creativity, and a whole lot of resourcefulness.

“When people ask me to describe Vancouver’s style, I kind of hesitate,” the local stylist and costume designer shares with the Straight . “It’s very laid-back. Athleisure is huge. People dress for their lifestyle here—walking to work, grabbing a coffee, heading to the gym. It’s more about comfort than making a statement.”

That might not sound like the ideal backdrop for a stylist, but Pillay has found ways to make it work. Based in Vancouver and working across fashion, film, music, and commercials,

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