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!

Murale Launches Online Beauty Boutique

An offshoot of Shopper’s Drug Mart’s Beauty Boutique, the Canadian owned and operated Murale.ca is giving Sephora.com, and other notable beauty e-tailers a run for its money. “We are thrilled to offer Canadians, coast-to-coast, access to the finest beauty brands at Murale through our e-commerce site,” says Carol Wheatley, Director, Murale. “Now everyone can experience […]

Gosh Nail Lacquer – Core Colours Spring 2012

GOSH Cosmetics, the Denmark-based beauty brand that has become a sensation in Canada and 73 countries around the world, introduces 20 new core items to its Canadian line-up in February 2012. Kiss-proof pouts, multi-purpose pigments, smoky eyes and lashes that are sure to impress are all possible with this core assortment that features new ways to achieve fantastic beauty […]

Weekend Brunch Series – Cafe Media (556 Beatty Street)

The neighbouring sister restaurant to Chambar, Cafe Medina, is arguably one of Vancouver’s most popular weekend brunch spots. Line-ups 10 – 20 people deep are usually seen outside the small establishment on the weekends. Because I live downtown, I was able to write my name down on the list, walk back to my apartment, and […]

Lolly Clothing – MMV Giveaway for a Fringe Scarf

Spring forward with Lolly Clothing. Based in LA, but with an online store accessible by Canadians, Lolly clothing wants to bring the Californian sunshine up to us in Vancouver.

Quo 90° Mascara

I tried a new mascara today from Quo, the in-house beauty brand from Shoppers Drug Mart. It’s not so much the formula of the product that I found innovative, but the wand, which bends to a 90 degree angle. From reading other beauty blogs, I’ve seen professional make-up artists bend disposable mascara wands because the […]

Vancouver Designer Spotlight: Chantale Jewelry Designs

Chantale Walker is a Vancouver-based jewelry designer who started making jewelry over 10 years ago. I recently came across her jewelry at Violet Hill Boutique in Steveston (in Richmond) and purchased the Rock Solid Nicole Necklace ($89) for myself. The focal point of the necklace is a chunky amethyst quartz crystal, partially dipped in 14kt […]