your friendly neighbourhood DEPANNEUR
but on the internet (and with better stuff)
What's a Dépanneur?
Dépanneur /de.pa.nœʁ/.
aka the dep.
It's the French-Canadian word for a corner-store or bodega, but it comes from the verb "Dépanner"; to help out. Here, Stark's curated Dépanneur helps you discover other indie-brands who are creating items we are obsessed with.
the dep curation:
Shop our Brands
Each brand has been hand-selected by Jess (you're welcome!)
Routine Deodorant & Scent
Discover why SO many formerly stinky people have been converted to a deodorant that is not only natural, but is more effective than conventional. Fun and versatile, these life-changers will second as your signature scent. Legendary. From Calgary, AB.
Minori Beauty
Minori is makeup for people who don't wear makeup! No-fuss, easy-to-use, multitasking makeup essentials. From NY, NY.
Amaterasu Beauty
Designed in Vancouver by makeup artist Sara Au Yeong, but crafted in Japan, these cult products are beautifully subtle yet incredibly long-wearing... even on oily skin!
Ava Isa Mineral Sunscreen
Ava Isa is a line of sunscreen products that aims to challenge the misconception that mineral sunscreens can not be as beautiful as conventional ones. It is possible to have a fully protective all-mineral SPF that has zero white cast, can be used by all, can be silky, fluid or light-weight. We can do it all with no sacrifice. From Ontario, CA.
Rosewood & Silver
Rosewood + Silver is a clinical-herbalist formulated herbal brand, offering functional and accessible products to offer plant allies to our daily practices.
Hurraw Balms
Made with organic, vegan & raw ingredients. Made in Colorado, USA.
House of Hecate
Created based on 20 years of experience selling high-end skincare, candles and fragrances, House of Hecate bottled up our favourite scent profiles- rich oud, damask rose, and sandalwood, to name a few- we created a varied profile of scents to bring warmth and the magic of scent to your life. Made in Bowen Island, BC.
Before Toothpaste & Floss
Toothpaste got a major reboot! Every ingredient, every material and every element of Before's award-winning self care products is consciously chosen to ensure quality and sustainability is number one. A purely new brushing experience. Made in Vancouver, BC.
Good Juju Body
Zero Waste with Zero Compromise. From Vancouver, BC.
XXL Scrunchie & Co.
Go big or go home! XXL Scrunchie is embracing the nostalgic accessory in a big way. The sweetest family business of handmade scrunchies. Made in Belleville, ON.
Blume Superfood Lattes
Supporting a no compromise wellness journey by recreating your favourite lattes with the magic of superfoods. From Surrey, BC.