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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 Man – Kiehl’s No Shine Lip Balm

Ideal for dry, parched lips, this product moisturizes with jojoba oil and shea butter; soothes and protects against cold weather. At $12, it’s great value for money. There is also a slight peppermint scent to it, for refreshed lips to go with fresh breath. The no-shine formula keeps the lips moisturized with a matte finish, in a well-kept manly way, without that glassy lipgloss look. You can test it on the back your hand at the Kiehl’s store just to make sure!

Bake for the Quake – at Yaletown Roundhouse (Wed April 20th)

Hosted by Melody Fury of Gourmet Fury and Joy of Gourmeted, “Bake for the Quake” is a collective bake sale at Yaletown Roundhouse (181 Roundhouse Mews) this Wednesday April 20th. The cause? To raise funds for Japan earthquake and tsunami relief.

BCBGMAXAZRIA – Spring 2011 Collection

At the beginning of spring, I went to a press event for BCBGMAXAZRIA to see what trends were in store for the upcoming 2011 season. I was also the lucky winner of a $1000 shopping spree to BCBGMAXAZRIA (which I have mostly spent) so I am well-equipped and greatly familiar with BCBGMAXAZRIA’s Spring 2011 collection.

The BCBGMAXAZRIA colour trend for 2011 consists of an overall dusty pastel pink, grey, white and cream color scheme. Various contrasting feminine materials were set side by side in comparison: eyelet and stiff lace patterns in feminine tops, tulle paired with lace and large floral patterns.

Quo – Luminous Gloss Stick (Shine)

Add a spark of colour and style with the “Luminous Gloss Stick” by Quo, the in-house cosmetic brand exclusive to Shopper’s Drug Mart. Surprisingly lightweight, the gloss stick glides easily on the lips.

Nespresso Pixie

Newly launched, the Pixie is the smallest machine ever created by Nespresso. The official dimensions are 11.1 x 32.6 x 23.5 cm. The Pixie enables its users to minimize time, clutter and energy consumption while still creating the perfect single cup of coffee.