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Global Glitterati at Bar None Vancouver

There was glitter everywhere. But then again, that’s the point behind the Global Glitterati party night at Bar None. Last week the Yaletown hot spot was decorated with mirror balls hanging from the ceiling and unicorns standing guard at the door. There was even a throne fit for the queen of the party – birthday girl and celebrity stylish Crystal Carson. As a driving force behind the Global Glitterati company, she has helped style and fashion some of this city’s best known personalities. Local celebs were also on hand to party as the club was turned into a pseudo-themed Studio 54 champagne popping eye-candy extravaganza.

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01 – It’s all about the glitter and glam for Vancouver celebrity stylish Crystal Carson who was also celebrating her birthday this night.

02 – He’s even better than Beckham. Vancouver Whitecaps star Jay DeMerit and Olympic gold medal freestyle skier Ashleigh McIvor, who are also newlyweds, were among the local celebs.

03 – Fashionista and Vetrina clothing store owner Rachael Kapsalis, left, cuddles up to drag queen Pekka Boo North and her cotton candy hairdo.

04 – She’s one of Vancouver’s biggest and best drag personalities and it just isn’t a party without her. Ladies and gentlemen, the incomparable Conni Smudge.

05 – Simon Collinge, President of Your Logo Glove custom golf event branding, and guest Maria Velez.

06 – Helping celebrate in style are guests Tammy Preast, Love on a Leash dog care owner, left, David Campbell of Freedom Marine and real estate consultant Jill Sinclair.

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By Catherine Barr – March 29, 2014

Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper

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By Catherine Barr

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April 3, 2014
Boat Show at the Creek Also Celebrates Marina 50th Anniversary

There was lots to celebrate this year at North Vancouver’s Mosquito Creek Marina as the 7th Annual Boat Show at the Creek sailed into town. Held in conjunction with the marina’s 50th anniversary, and owned and operated by the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumix (Squamish Nation), boat lovers got a chance to see how the millionaires live life on the water. An exciting opening night reception party aboard the stylish Celebration of Water took place to kick off the weekend’s festivities as local dignitaries, participants and friends got a chance to cash in on the last of the great summer weather and toast the occasion in style.

01 – Helping organize the welcome reception and fashion show event are media gals Meena Mann, left, and Linda Aylesworth.

02 – Freedom Marine Group’s main men have swabbed the decks and are ready to sell. From left: Brian Huse, David Campbell and Don Young.

03 – Taking in the fashion show are guests Noke Nissen, left, Myriam Laroche, Neil Aisenstat and Jessica Taylor.

04 – He’s the man who helps make it all happen. Donny Mekilok, GM Squamish Nation Marine Group helps out with the speeches.

05 – Manager Suzanne Bidinost’s beautiful Celebration on Water vessel is actually a converted ferry that has been permanently moored in the marina and is available for all kinds of special occasions.

06 – Taking home one of the big raffle prizes, Katie and Andrew Peterson will get to enjoy dinner at Pier 7 restaurant.

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By Catherine Barr – Sep 19, 2013

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Sep 26, 2013

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September 23, 2013
Diner en Blanc Vancouver Style

It’s from Paris. It’s white. And it’s all a big secret until an hour before it happens. Le Dîner en Blanc, a specialty dining extravaganza originally imported from France, is quickly becoming a world-wide phenomenon. But this members only invite celebration is a visually stunning spectacle to behold. Held in Vancouver this past week, this second annual gathering was the most perfect posh picnic in the history of Vancouver. The rules are strict; wear white, bring white tables and chairs, and pay attention to your team leader. And if you don’t show, you are persona non grata for next year. This year’s event attracted over 2,500 people who signalled the start of dinner by waving their napkins high in the air outside on the lawn at the Science World secret location. Then there was music, conversation, food and flirting. It all ended shortly after dark as guests lit their sparklers en masse to salute a perfect evening of swanky socializing. As for the after-party – we’ll that’s another story – wink.

01 – They’re West Vancouver’s amazing brother/sister team. Ania and Adam Taubenfligel represent two thirds of the Triarchy fashion label (along with other brother Mark – missing from photo) and have helped put Vancouver on the map with their designer denim pieces.

02 – West Vancouver’s David Campbell and Tammy Preast could have sailed right up to the door of Science World in one of his Freedom Marine yachts. But like everyone else, they didn’t know the location of the secret dinner until the last minute.

03 – Chris Breikss, of 6s Marketing fame, proposes a champagne toast to the occasion with wife Kyla, left, and group leader Kristen Schreiner.

04 – West Vancouver’s Lenora Gates and Bob Repchuck make it look elegant and easy by packing a custom trolly with their table, chairs, food and linens. Smart!

05 – Helping serve up custom dinner order options for those without picnic baskets, signature chef David Hawksworth keeps it fancy and al fresco.

06 – Social Concierge’s Tyson Villeneuve, left, and Jordan Kallman are known for their razzle dazzle style and larger-than-life events. They are credited with bringing Diner en Blanc to Vancouver.

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By Catherine Barr – Aug 22, 2013

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Aug 29, 2013

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August 26, 2013