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!

Win Prizes Through IKEA Canada’s Twitter-Activated Vending Machine

A machine will be at IKEA Richmond this Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23 and then move to IKEA Coquitlam Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30.

OOTD: “Just Love” Festival-Inspired OOTD (For When When You’re Sticking in the City)

All summer long, I’ve been seeing photos pop up on my social media feeds of people attending outdoor festivals. Inspired by their cute outfits, here’s my take on a festival-inspired outfit…but appropriately adapted for the Vancouver city life. Even with no festival plans this summer, I wanted to put something together that was awesome for summer, stylish, […]

Light Up Your Shopping with #METlightroom & MMV Giveaway for $100 to Metropolis at Metrotown

Next time you’re at Metropolis at Metrotown, check out the #METLightroom at the shopping centre’s grand court, and immerse yourself into an exciting digital and visual experience.

EVENT: LUSH on West 4th Grand Re-Opening Celebration (Aug 22)

The Vancouver-based chain of natural handmade bath and beauty products has been a West 4th staple for 15 years. They recently went through a renovation and are ready to show Vancouver it’s new, modern facelift.

Experience a Picture Perfect Gourmet Picnic Basket from giovane Cafe

Have you been to giovane Cafe? This Italian-inspired cafe, fresh eatery and modern market is attached to the Fairmont Pacific Rim with an entrance on Cordova Street. It’s impossible to walk by without noticing, because of the big yellow “g” and matching Italian Vespa out front! Couldn’t resist posing with this bright yellow Vespa in front of @FairmontPacific’s #giovanecafe (pronounced joe-van-nay). […]

Christmas in August: Indigo Holiday 2015 Media Preview

Embossed Metallic Pouches: "Sparkle" ($22) / Dazzle ($19) / Shine ($16)

The annual Indigo holiday preview can be likened to stepping inside a holiday catalogue. Two rooms in the Loden Hotel’s penthouse suite was transformed into a holiday wonderland (complete with Christmas trees), and displayed with Indigo lifestyle items, from notebooks to scarves.