The rise of Instagram has given us the Instagram model, a new way for brands to promote themselves, and more importantly, a way for everyone to share their life in pictures with people all across the world. Never has it been easier to see what people living in different cities are up to and to find inspiration and beauty in their photos. That being said, there is also an abundance of social media savvy Calgarians out there whose feeds will make you amazed at the amount of beauty — right in our city. Read on to find just five of the many terrific accounts that use the #yyc hashtag.
@Coutukitsch
Calgary is home to many unique and interesting small businesses, and jewelry makers CoutuKitsch is no exception. Business partners and husband-and-wife duo Dorian Kitsch and Kofi Oteng came together in 2010 to start this hobby-turned-business. You may have seen their booths at local festivals and pop-ups, but now, they are stationed at The Livery Shop in Inglewood, where you can check out products from other Albertan businesses and explore CoutuKitsch’s wide selection of rings, earrings, hair accessories, and necklaces. A company that has seen so much local success would not be complete without a bomb Instagram feed to accompany it, and CoutuKitsch’s Instagram showcases their jewelry on Calgarians, as well as provides aesthetic-fodder to make your feed look that much better.
@Lifesetsail
Calgary-based Blogger Brittany started her blog lifesetsail.com in 2012 as part of a class she was taking in university, but it soon transformed into a place where she shares her thoughts and experiences in life. An avid traveler and seeker-of-beauty, her Instagram feed is filled with pictures of her journeys, giveaway opportunities, and gorgeous lifestyle inspo that will surely get you noticing the beauty all around you.
@_Carolcheung
Instagram fashionista Carol Cheung uses her account as a way to share her unique fashion tastes and travels. All of her outfits are documented, making it both a great page to follow for inspiration and for flagging your next must-have article of clothing. A totally grass-roots based account, there’s no reason not to give it a follow!
@Milkandhoney.yyc
Kenzie Conrad is a maker of her own success, and is the owner of home decor store Milk and Honey. Her Etsy shop is popular with people across the world, and her versatile and cute designs make her a master of the colourful aesthetic she channels on her Instagram account. You can pictures of her products and the work of other local artists on her feed, as well as parts of her life in Calgary. Plus, there’s tons of pictures of dogs.
@Sisilia.Z
If you’ve ever stopped by Philosafy Cafe on 17th, chances are you have met Sisilia, a local student, barista, and owner of a gorgeous Instagram feed. Sisilia shares photos of her many and diverse travels, including cool local stops she has been to in different cities. She also often shares pictures of her cat, snapshots from her life in Calgary, her fashions, and — of course — coffee. If you’re a fan of a minimalist feed, this is the account to follow.
BONUS ACCOUNT: @Youthareawesome
How could I not mention Youth Are Awesome’s very own Instagram page in this post? Follow us on Instagram for daily inspiration, pretty snapshots of our city, updates on new blog posts, and to catch up on the activities of our bloggers. Keep your eyes peeled on our social media accounts for a unique giveaway opportunity — coming soon!
Cover Image: CoutuKitsch
These are so cool! Thanks for the great suggestions Hui wen 🙂
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