Author: Vanessa Choot

As a lifelong Vancouverite, there’s a pride and joy that comes from being one of the first to discover something new in your city – and then sharing about that experience. That’s the feeling that’s fueled Vanessa Choot’s passion for blogging and content creation on her Canadian lifestyle blog modernmixvancouver.com. Since 2008, Vanessa has kept her readers and followers ‘in the know’ on local happenings, facilitating for the discovery and support of brands, businesses, and experiences available in Vancouver. Vanessa combines her expertise in living a modern Vancouver lifestyle with an approachable relatability that inspires her followers to think – hey, if she can do it, I can too! It’s no surprise that most of the content on Modern Mix Vancouver is influenced by Vanessa’s tastes and interests. So get to know her likes and dislikes for a sense of what Modern Mix Vancouver can bring to you!

Modern Mix Vancouver’s Money-Saving Tips for Food, Beauty and Events

During November’s Financial Literacy Month (#FLM2015), I’ve taken the time to analyze some of my own spending habits, and realized that my most frequent areas of spending are food, beauty and events. This didn’t really come as a surprise to me, as those are exactly the topics Modern Mix Vancouver covers!

Vancouver Designer Spotlight: Sugar Blossom Jewelry

Kelli Miller, the owner of Sugar Blossom has always had an eye for fashion that she now brings into her jewelry making. Her modeling career has influenced her brand and her seasonal photo-shoots showcase not only the beauty of her jewelry but also her talent as a stylist.

Nike Live Visits Vancouver in Celebration of Nike.com Shipping to Canada

Modern Mix Vancouver joined a sunrise Nike Training Club session, the first class of the weekend, held by Eva Redpath (Nike Canada’s 1st Master Trainer) and Benjamin Monk.

Aritzia’s Wilfred Boutique is Now Open at Pacific Centre

Aritzia Wilfred Store Vancouver Pacific Centre

Just in time for holiday shopping, Aritzia brand Wilfred has opened a stand-alone boutique on Pacific Centre’s lower level.

OOTD: Vancouver’s Rainy Day Essential: The Rainboot

As one of Canada’s rainiest regions, you can’t live in Vancouver without owning a pair of rainboots. This season, my go-to rainboot is the Lisa Boot in Navy Blue from the Norwegian footwear and apparel brand Swims. I first became familiarized with Swims as a men’s waterproof loafer brand, but only found out recently they also offer […]

Holiday Festivi-TEAs with The Urban Tea Merchant’s “Festive Tea” Service

Modern Mix Vancouver was recently hosted by The Urban Tea Merchant to try out its Festive Tea Service, a high-tea experience with sweet and savoury goodies paired with luxurious holiday teas.