Last week, I attended a lovely soiree to celebrate the two year anniversary of Oliver & Lilly’s. A stylish little boutique just off of South Granville, Oliver & Lilly’s is the neighbourhood go-to place for the fashion-savvy girl. It was certainly the place to be that night as space filled up quick. Everyone was having a great time shopping and socializing while sipping wine and creating delicious concoctions at the ice cream bar (the mini chocolate chip cookies were so good!). I was quite tempted to break my shopping ban because of these beautiful dresses by Line and Dot and great basics by Alternative Apparel. I also met jewelry designer Nicole Ginsberg and familiarized myself with her F/W ‘10 Collection, which featured some delicate pendants and earrings. All in all, I had a delightful time. Thanks again to Darren and Leighann for having me there to celebrate this joyous occasion. All the best to Oliver & Lilly’s in the years to come!

Oliver & Lilly’s, 1520 West 13th Avenue, Vancouver

Nicole Soon, The Style Spy
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Some of my favourite people. Carolina from Closet Full of Nothing, my bestie Ace, Erin from Define Mag, Niki from A Haute Mess, Lisa from Solo Lisa and myself aka Le Mode Du Jour.

The party was packed, guests streamed outside to mix and mingle.

Guests peruse Nicole Ginsberg jewellery.


Myself with Oliver & Lilly’s owner Leighann.

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Our friends at Ishara boutique (38 Water Street, Vancouver, 604-264-7494) hosted a food & fashion tasting event at their gorgeous store last week in Gastown. We think food & wine plus shopping makes a killer combo. Check out the photos below.

While we were at it, we had to ask owner, AMRIT BAIDWAN for the three items in store that she’s totally loving.

1. Shirimiri Leggings: These leggings have great embellishments, come in several styles, and are much more polished looking than your average leggings and are sure to become a regular in your fall wardrobe.
2. Smythe Ivory Shawl Collar Blazer: This is an amazing piece to throw over jeans and a t-shirt or wear over your favourite blouse. The fit and structure of this blazer is what really sets it apart. It is one of those staple pieces every woman needs in her wardrobe.
3. T-luxury Dolman Sleeve T-Shirt Dress: This dress is super soft, cozy, and looks great on. Thrown over a pair of rich&skinny jeans or your favourite pair of shirimiri leggings, it’s the perfect everyday outfit that can pretty much take you anywhere.

Erica Lam, The Style Spy
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Food Meets Fashion - the premier ishara tasting series featured canapes and wine from award-winning Boneta restaurant

Boneta owner Neil Ingram chatted up guests and presented the carefully selected food & wine pairings

Operation Style fashionista’s Jillian Cargo and Kristy Rogerson strike a pose

Ishara owner Amrit Baidwan and local fashion designer Jason Matlo

Akiko silk jersey embellished blouse paired with Paige Black label skinny pants

Ishara proprieter Amrit Baidwan is amongst friends with Puneet Grewal, Dal Nagra and Sharon Mangat

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