AYDEN GALLERY – “Nowhere Else But Here” Opening Reception (March 20)
Ayden Gallery (88 West Pender St) in Tinsletown is having an opening reception for “Nowhere Else But Here” from 7pm to 11pm. Free admission and artists will be in attendance.
Shop Cocoon – “Spring Forward” (March 26, 2009)
Shop Cocoon (3345 Cambie Street) is a boutique for emerging local designers to showcase their artwork, jewelry, clothing and design in shared retail space. On Thursday March 26, from 11am to 9pm, check out their “Spring Forward” designer launch event for a one-day sale to scope out your must haves for spring. The first 40 customers in the door will receive a free goodie bag worth over $35!
The “Boyfriend Blazer”
Despite the crazy Vancouver weather, spring is almost upon us and that means getting rid of the heavy winter parkas and exchanging them for a lighter option. Ironically, this new piece in my wardrobe came from raiding my mom’s closet before she left on vacation. A black, three-button tailored, “longer-than-average” BCBG blazer which can only now be labeled as a “boyfriend blazer”.
Occasionally described as retro or vintage, my personal description of The Boyfriend Blazer is more “stylish corporate”. This fairly new label in the fashion world allows a casual outfit to be dressed up with added style, without feeling out of place. Continue reading for five ways to wear The Boyfriend Blazer.
EARLS – Get Uncorked! (Monday March 23)
Earls Restaurant is opening the Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival. For more information and to purchase tickets ($65), click here.
Kwantlen Fashion Show (Wednesday April 1, 2009)
Watch 27 graduating Kwantlen fashion students showcase their designs at The Show on April 1, 2009 at the River Rock Theater (8811 River Road). Matinee tickets for the 1:00pm and 3:30pm show are $15 while the 7:30pm evening show is $30. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here. Hope to see you there! If you can’t make it, stay tuned for a review on Modern Mix Vancouver.
Dubbed The Show, this year’s stage will feature one of the most exciting and diverse range of collections ever presented by this program. Designers reach new markets such as motorcycle menswear for boomers, eco?friendly bridal gowns, and travel wear for boys.
Au Petit Chavignol – restaurant now open
Au Petit Chavignol (845 East Hastings Street) is now open. Strathcona’s new 36 seat cheese and wine bistro is open for dinner from 5pm to Midnight, Thursday through Monday. Their dinner menu is categorized into “cow”, “goat” and “sheep” (milk, that is) and “mixed milk”. All cheeses are served with baguette and croccantini. A selection of accompanying side dishes can also be ordered for $3 or less – including almonds, onions, specialty cherries, jelly and granny smith apple. I am a big fan of nibbley food and tapas; I have yet to try out Au Petit Chavignol but I am looking forward to checking it out in the near future!