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Deighton Cup 2014 at Hastings Park Vancouver

It has to be one of the most colourful and fashionable events in Vancouver. Add in the bow ties, fanciful hats, champagne VIP lounge, luxury cars and horse racing and it’s easy to see why it’s also one of the hottest parties of the summer. The Deighton Cup, produced by the good folks at The Social Concierge, was held last weekend at Hastings Park. Local celebs and socialites were easy to find as they placed their bets from luxury sky suites adjacent to the track. Live music, savoury snacks, cigars and mint juleps rounded out the experience. Congrats to everyone involved.

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01 – Glitter gal and stylist Crystal Carson poses with David Bentil, supplier/sponsor of luxury cars and owner of Miles End Motors.

02 – PR pros Steven Schelling and Kate MacDougall of Camber Communications work the VIP tent.

03 – Beautiful Annabella Chen, who works at West Van Florists, wore a stunning headpiece made of real flowers.

04 – They’re the men behind the magic. Social Concierge’s Jordan Kallman, left, Tyson Villeneuve with Dax Droski of Cocktails and Canapes catering.

05 – Bobbie Long, from Baracos and Brand, helped style David Hennessey who won best male costume.

06 – Prevail, (aka Kiley Hendriks) of Swollen Members music fame, poses with the beautiful Keilani Jung.

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By Catherine Barr – July 26, 2014

Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper

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By Catherine Barr

www.CatherineBarr.com | www.WestVancouver.com | www.NorthVancouver.com

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July 27, 2014
Brian Jessel 2014 Cabriolet Gala

Brian Jessel may be known for his luxury car dealerships, but he is also known for throwing some of Vancouver’s best charity parties. The Cabriolet Gala is one of the hottest parties of the year and in the past has featured names like Jay Leno, CeeLo Green, Colin James and the Barenaked Ladies. This year it was time for high fashion to take centre stage as designer Gianni Maanaki showed off his spectacular haute couture line. It was also a night to unveil the new BMW i8 car which was definitely a show stopper. Guests also enjoyed food and drinks courtesy of some of Vancouver’s top restaurants and a live and silent auction filled with super glamorous items. All donations received and fundraising activities in support of Pancreatic Cancer Canada.

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01 – Host Brian Jessel, seen here with staff member Catherine Jang, greets guests welcomes VIPs to Cabriolet 2014.

02 – AllWest Insurance’s Devina Zalesky and son Stefan. AllWest is one of this night’s major sponsors.

03 – Glam gals Tammy Moyer, left, from News1130 radio, and Dawn Chubai, of BT television are co-hosts of this evening’s festivities.

04 – Heidi Carton, left, husband Larry Rahn and Susie Bechler sip champagne in the Veuve Cliquot VIP lounge.

05 – Event organizer and PR gal Diana Zoppa, left, stands with Gianni Minaaki model in a tribute i8 dress made specially for this event.

06 – Also spotted in the VIP section, guests Lori Shea, left, Kirk Herrington and Cindi George.

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By Catherine Barr – May 23, 2014

Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper

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By Catherine Barr

www.CatherineBarr.com | www.WestVancouver.com | www.NorthVancouver.com

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June 8, 2014
Deighton Cup Dresses Up Vancouver at Hasting Race Course

Champagne, hats, fascinators, cigars and horses. The Deighton Cup, held last weekend at Hastings Park, was truly the best looking event of the summer. Billed as a “good old fashioned day at the races”, this three-day event included a Friday night “Big Smoke” cigar lounge and Sunday afternoon “Julep” day. But the big Saturday event – entitled “Thoroughbred” – was a stylish feast for the eyes as Dapper Dans and pretty ladies everywhere went the extra mile to win, place and show off their best couture looks and millinery masterpieces. Thank you Deighton Cup for dressing up Vancouver – we’ve never looked sooooo good!

01 – Social Concierge’s Tyson Villeneuve, left, and Jordan Kallman team up with Mediatonic’s Heather Oliver to help make the magic happen behind the scenes at Deighton Cup.

02 – Looking chic in white and pink, Eileen Buck, left, and West Vancouver jazz singer Amanda Wood make the scene.

03 – Sipping Veuve Cliquot champagne in the tent by the track, Heidi Carton and hubby Larry Rahn toast the day.

04 – It’s matching red dresses for the win as AJ Woodworth, left, and West Vancouver’s Christine Baracos watch the post parade.

05 – Two of the most spectacular hats of the day! Kelsey Klassen, left, took over 10 hours to make her black ribbon bouffant while milliner Dominique Hanke’s garden topiary topper turns all heads.

06 – Flowing dresses and big fancy flowers were the order of the day as proven by West Vancouver talent agent Michelle Gauvin.

07 – Hoping for the inside track, Jeff Meurising, left, and West Vancouver realtor Jesse Dean Cook pick their winning ponies.

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By Catherine Barr – Aug 10 2013

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Aug 22, 2013

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August 19, 2013
Vancouver Bentley Flying Spur Launch Event

It was cocktails, jazz, champagne and music at the Dilawri Group’s recent 2014 Bentley Flying Spur launch event. Held at the amazing Shangri-La Hotel, the event included invites for some of Vancouver’s best known businessmen and luxury car lovers. The theme was “The Great Gatsby” and came complete with Veuve Cliquot, canapes, cocktails, live music by the Max Zipursky trio and, of course, the star of the show – the 2014 Flying Spur. Hosts from both Bentley Vancouver and MCL Motor Cars were on hand to welcome guests as everyone toasted the occasion in style.

01 – Three cheers to three of the best guys ever to come from the North Shore, namely David Alexander, left, of Dick’s Lumber, Craig Beere, of Beere Timber and Steve Bradner, of Bradner Homes.

02 – North Vancouver’s Jerry Stefaniuk and wife Sharon Cramen enjoy some canapes and conversation before the formal presentations.

03 – MCL Motorcars general sales manager Dean Rideout gets ready for his speech as he stands near the very popular ice bar which was filled with gourmet oysters.

04 – Ajay Dilawri, president Dilawri Automotive Group stands beside the star of the show – a beautiful 2014 Bentley Flying Spur fit for a king.

05 – West Vancouver realtor Malcolm Hasman and his father Les are the perfect father/son business team.

06 – West Vancouver’s Robert Barr chats with friend Kaare Foy who is also an Honorary Consul for country of Montenegro.

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By Catherine Barr – Jun 25, 2013

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Jul 11, 2013

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July 8, 2013
Crystal Ball and Lugaro Jewellery Opening

The champagne was flowing this month for more than just the holidays. First up it was the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation’s 23rd annual Crystal Ball. The gala evening, which was held at the Four Seasons Hotel, was a true black tie affair complete with martini reception, gala dinner, auction items and the popular Cartier raffle draw. Next, it was time to pop the corks on the Veuve Cliquot as local business owners Clara and Steve Agopian celebrated the opening of their newely renovated Lugaro Jewellers in Park Royal South.

01 – BC’s newest Health Minister, Kevin Falcon, is often outspoken on many topics. This night he lends his support to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation and Crystal Ball.

02 – Looking ultra glam at the Crystal ball are Wear Else clothing store president and owner Zahra Mamdani, left, guest Carlene Leier and West Vancouverite Catherine Dorazio.

03 – It is always an honour to see West Vancouver’s Dr. Robert Lee and wife Lily at the Crystal Ball, both of whom are known for their genorosity and philanthropy.

04 – Supporting BC Children’s Foundation, Jill Lyall, left, and West Vancouver’s Sharlene Ludwig look anything but basic in black at the Crystal Ball.

05 – Lugaro Jewllery owners Clara and Steve Agopian welcome family, friends and VIP guests at the gala opening of their new store which features Rolex, Chopard and Omega brands, to name a few.

06 – PR gal Rhoda Rizkalla is no stranger to diamond class functions as she helps ensure the VIP treatment for all guests at the Lugaro opening.

07 – West Vancouver gals and Crystal Ball committee members Desha Sekhon, left, Indra Reicken and Sherry Doman work hard to see this glamorous evening come together to help the kids.

By Catherine Barr – Dec 3, 2009

Published in prnt by the North Shore Outlook newspaper on Dec 24, 2009

December 7, 2009