Linda Hipp

One of the most exciting designers to hit the athletic fashion scene, it’s Linda’s eye for sportswear that doesn’t compromise on functionality nor style that’s made LIJA one of our favourite…

One of the most exciting designers to hit the athletic fashion scene, it’s Linda’s eye for sportswear that doesn’t compromise on functionality nor style that’s made LIJA one of our favourite fitness brands around.

The founder, president and head designer of LIJA, you’re sure to find the Get The Gloss team in a range of the newest season’s lines both in and out of the gym: a true testament to their performance and practicality and knack to fit into the most hectic of lifestyles and wardrobes.

Starting her career in sales and event marketing in the professional sports industry, her entrepreneurial skills saw her make the leap into the fashion industry in 2004 and she hasn’t looked back. Seeing a gap in the sportswear market for clothes that fused both fashion and fitness, the range not only boasts the most advanced technical materials and unique fabrications available, but gives them a catwalk edge by taking inspiration from the newest runway trends too. We’re particular fans of the sports-specific aspect of the collections, with ranges created with golf, tennis, running, yoga and leisure in mind.

According to Linda, “In order to wear garments for golf or any other sport, you need to have comfort, ease of movement and of course, functionality.” She adds, “Our designs allow these women to work, play and live in them.”

Linda has received recognition as a Business in Vancouver Top 40 Under 40 winner, one of Canada’s Top Women Entrepreneurs, plus a prestigious APEX award. Her successful business has been recognized by Business in Vancouver as one of British Columbia’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies twice, named one of Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies by Profit Magazine four times and Canadian Company of the Year by Score Golf twice.

Linda was born, raised and still resides in Vancouver B.C., where she also finds the time to promote the importance of active and healthy lifestyles for women in her local community by coaching youth girls’ soccer.