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!

Top Tips on Holding it All Together with Modern Mix Vancouver

For those of you who don’t know, I work a fulltime 9-to-5 job in addition to running Modern Mix Vancouver. This means, after a typical workday, my evenings and weekends are packed with attending events, photographing products, writing blog posts, and managing my social media feeds. I often get asked how I hold it all […]

UNIQLO is Opening First Vancouver Store at Metropolis at Metrotown (October 6)

Japanese casual apparel retailer UNIQLO will be opening its first store in the Greater Vancouver Area at Metropolis at Metrotown on Friday, October 6. Located at the Grand Court of the mall, this two-level store spans 20,800 sqft, and will be featuring men’s, women’s and kids’ clothing. Recognized for its innovative functional apparel, as well […]

ARITZIA is Opening First Vancouver Babaton Boutique at Pacific Centre (Sept 21, 2017)

The Aritzia Babaton Boutique at Pacific Centre will have a similar aesthetic to its Yorkdale Mall Location.

ARITZIA will be opening its first Vancouver Babaton Boutique at Pacific Centre on September 21, 2017.

Earth’s Own Launches Oat Milk Products in SoFresh Product Line

Vancouver dairy-alternative brand Earth’s Own has introduced two new additions to its plant-based SoFresh family: Oat Unsweetened Original and SoFresh Oat Unsweetened Vanilla beverages.

MARKET: First Pick Handmade 2-Day Market at Heritage Hall (Sep 16 & 17)

The newest market to hit Vancouver’s indie market scene is First Pick, a two-day pop up at Heritage Hall.

EVENT: Mine & Yours Hosts Clothing Drive To Help Female Entrepreneurs in Africa (Sept 10)

Vancouver resale boutique Mine & Yours has partnered with Emerging African Entrepreneurs (EAE) to host a daytime party and clothing drive that aims to collect 750 articles of clothing. The items will serve as the beginning inventory for 20 female-run retail startups in East Africa. Donating goods directly to individuals so they can start a […]