Here's what's happening on the North Shore and Vancouver fashion scene:
Malene Grotrian Design presents Full Circle, a fashion event in support of Ovcare, British Columbia’s Ovarian Cancer Research team, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Montauk Gallery, 228 Abbott St. in Gastown. The designer will present her fall-winter 2013 collection, Collage. Tickets at malenegrotrian.com. Tax receipt available.
Art, Vintage Pieces & Jewelry will be on offer at a special sale on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave. (off Mount Seymour Parkway). Details about the volunteer-run thrift shop can be found at mtseymourunited.com.
ReVamp Charity Gala: Lynn Valley-based custom bridalwear company Pure Magnolia has partnered with Flawless Events to present a gala in support of YWCA Crabtree Corner on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 7:30-10 p.m. at Vancouver Aquarium. Designer Patty Nayel will debut her 2014 collection. As a highlight, five deserving brides-to-be will model recycled gowns custom reworked by the designer, with hair and makeup by Zazou Salon and Spa. Admission includes appetizers, a complimentary cocktail and runway presentation. Tickets: general admission, $30; VIP, $45 (reserved seating and swag bag). Purchase at puremagnolia.eventbrite.com.
VIP Beauty Event: Victoria’s Health will host a Dr.Hauschka VIP Beauty Event on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 1637 Lonsdale Ave. in North Vancouver. International makeup artist Karim Sattar, from Wala, Germany, will be there to offer makeup tips and makeup applications. Enaam Takla, chief esthetician and co-owner Dr.Hauschka Canada, will be there to offer skin care advice and share her knowledge and expertise.
Business after 5: West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and Gerry Weber will present a fashion evening on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 5-7 p.m. at the Ambleside boutique, 1849 Marine Dr., West Vancouver. Enjoy appetizers, a glass of wine, networking and an informal women’s fashion presentation. Models will circulate through the store and stop to present a “mini” fashion presentation for guests as they mix and mingle. Gift for each guest. Prize draw. Tickets: $10 for chamber members; $15, non-members. Space is limited. Register at westvanchamber.com or by phone: 604-926-6614.
The Wedding Fair at Caulfeild Cove Hall is set for Saturday, Oct. 26, 2-4 p.m. at 4773 Picadilly South, West Vancouver. The hall is adjacent to St. Francis-in-the-Wood Anglican Church. Retailers and service companies will be on hand to offer advice and ideas. caulfeildcovehall.ca
North Shore Needle Arts Guild meets the second Thursday of the month and offers instruction in embroidery and beading at St. Martin’s Anglican Church hall in North Vancouver.
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