Sarah Murray, Style Director

I have worked in different facets of the fashion and journalism industries since 1996. When I relocated to Vancouver in 2002 I managed a clothing store until the world of freelance writing unfolded. Then Girl Fabulous jewellery asked for a press release and working with the media took on a whole new meaning. Eventually enough word of mouth spread to justify quitting that retail job and starting The Honey Mustard Fashion and Media Services in 2004.

As a social entrepreneur I work for myself yet try to help people along the way; whether it is writing a press release for the not-for-profit Fashion High or the designer for whom I spent five hours brainstorming about an upcoming event. It’s the social aspects of The Honey Mustard that frequently leave me feeling inspired and informed, and that passion finds its way into my work.

At heart I’m a fashion girl. My closet is jammed packed with clothes. Thank you David Suzuki for pointing out that clothes are a necessity. So even though it doesn’t look like I’ll be making it to the Grammy’s any time soon I’ll still hold on to the dress. It is fun to get dressed up and play make-believe, all the while knowing exactly who I am.

Laura Norbury, Associate Style Coordinator

Creativity is my genes. I grew up with a mum who was always wearing the latest trends, and taught me to construct everything from Halloween costumes to my Graduation dress. Her father before her was a buyer of women’s clothing in England; so naturally I found myself drawn to fashion.

I moved to Vancouver from Vancouver Island in 2005 and two years later I discovered Blanche Macdonald and their Fashion Merchandising Program. Attending Blanche was an eye opening experience; it expanded my knowledge of fashion and allowed me to build valuable connections and friendships with people in the fashion industry.

Working for The Honey Mustard allows me to do all of the things I love. I am able to let my creative juices flow through writing and styling, while honing my organizational skills through event production. I also appreciate that my social butterfly gets to spread her wings at networking events and parties.

I have also learned to appreciate the value of locally designed clothing and jewellery. My closet is continuously changing as local pieces come and the mass produced pieces go. There's just something about owning a piece that has individuality and can tell a bit of a story; its easy to take pride in what you wear when it stands for something more.