Valentino: The Last Emperor (opens Friday July 10th, 2009)
Valentino: The Last Emperor has been premiering at film festivals and special events around the world since last summer. Last night, I had the opportunity to go to the FASHION Magazine Vancouver pre-screening of Valentino: The Last Emperor, an insightful “behind-the-scenes” documentary filmed by Vanity Fair corresopndent, Matt Rymauer.
Despite capturing the creation of handsewn full length gowns, paraded by elegant models on the runway, and seeing intricate show sets designed and brough to life, the documentary, surprisingly, focuses more on the relationship between Valentino and Giancarlo Giammetti, Valentino’s lover and business partner. A portrait of a business partnership and a romance. Despite being in the shadows of another man’s success, Giancarlo Giammetti describes his supporting role of Valentino as “happiness”.
Aritzia – new location opening in Pacific Center
i was taking a stroll in Pacific Centre and came across this:
A new Aritzia store will be opening in Fall 2009, located on the upper level of Pacific Centre, by the dome entrance, replacing the old Le Chateau space. It will bedouble the size of the current Aritzia store. The new Le Chateau store is now located on the lower level and opened in mid- June.
Yaletown Summer Shopathon (Friday July 17)
Now that I’m working in Yaletown, I am more than eager to write about the upcoming events happening in this trendy district! On Friday July 17th, the Yaletown Summer Shopathon is happening from 3pm until 9pm. Grab a few friends and come down to Yaletown for drinks, cocktails, prizes, sales and discounts. RSVP early and receive a coveted I Love Yaletown Swag Bag loaded with product samples and coupons. Click here to RSVP and print off the coupon. Check in at the Yaletown Summer Shopathon booth in front of EQ3 (1039 Hamilton Street) for your detailed discount list, to redeem your free I Love Yaletown Swag Bag and to enter the prize draws.
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40+ stores will be participating in this event, including Fine Finds, EQ3, Boudoir, Marimekko, Mavi Jeans, Global Atomic, The Cross, BeautyMark, Blo, Gateau Lingerie, Skoah, Atomic Model, SKU Clothing and Lola Home & Apparel.
Futureshop – Staycation Coupon (July 3 to 5)
Save an extra $10 on any purchase of $50 or more with your Staycation coupon – in store and online at Future Shop. Offer valid Friday July 3 until Sunday July 5. I wish I heard about this sooner – I just bought a new digital camera from Future Shop!
Canada Day Burrard Inlet Fireworks Show (July 1, 2009)
Can’t wait until the Celebration of Lights in August? Get your firework fix on Canada Day.
The Canada Day Burrard Inlet Fireworks Show is a spectacular two barge high-altitude fireworks display. One barge is located in Coal Harbour and viewable from the North Shore and areas of Vancouver. The second barge is located off the shores of West Vancouver Seawall and viewable from both West Vancouver and parts of Vancouver. The 20 minute show will be a unique multi-community event allowing guests from several communities to view the incredible display. The show is a perfect way to end daytime Canada Day celebrations at Canada Place, in West Vancouver and North Vancouver and throughout the surrounding communities.
Fireworks start at 10:30pm and the weather forcasts warm sunshine all day tomorrow! For more information, visit the official site.
Harihood Clothing Fashion Show (Fall/Winter 2009)
…had the label’s signature “H” as the zipper-pull and was embellished with rhinestones and contemporary designs.