Women's Shopping Night at The Bay Downtown Vancouver

Thanks to Neesha Hothi for giving us an early heads up on yet another popular Bay Fashion Night. There is always such an air of energy and welcome for all who attend. I would love to see the Fashion Shows start on the 5th floor, in the fabulous furniture section and wind down through to the third floor, where all the runway fashions would be ready to buy. The Bay truly has so much space and so much to offer that it could easily expand its offerings: think furniture, china, luxury sheets and towels - all as backdrops and settings for the models. The Bay's make-up and photography staff are excellent and make-overs could be photographed right away. This could be both a prize and/or a service people would be thrilled with. I know because I have a set of gorgeous portraits that are timeless and terrific! See photos from the previous September show here.

The evening began with an efficient and friendly registration and filling out of the prize possibilities: $250. NARS Gift Basket and a $75 INC Gift Certificate plus Halston Fragrances. I have been fortunate enough to win a Bay Gift Basket before and it was magnificent! I don't know of many opportunities to attend such great events with so many gifts, prizes and other treats. Imagine a Cupcake Dessert Station, a Wine Bar, Cosmos, Mario's Gelato and more. Where else does one go to be treated so well?

At 6:30 we saw a Fashion Show, lead by Kim Cathers, previously a contestant on Project Runway. It was almost like being on the show. Halston Heritage featured sequins, short jackets, and fantastic shoes. Rachel Roy featured classic shirts and sequins over black, pink, silver, ruffles, gingham dresses and cardigans, orange shoes and fuschia tops and lots of black and white. Anne Klein's long, patterned skirt and long, oversized cardigans over delicate dresses showed a modern contrast. We liked Jones New York with all of its gold and golden accessories.

We saw Pink Tartan, Sonia Rykiel, Ralph Lauren, Rachel by Rachel, Veda, Barbie, BCBD Generation, Ted Baker, DL 1961, Free People, Diesel, Clu, Top Vera Moda and Pants DL 2962, Beyond Vintage, Hanni Y, AndyTAnh, and Brochu Walker with sqequins, layers, jackets, short skirts, and everything we would love to be seen in walking down Robson and Granville! This was our own Project Runway and we could get made-up, get our portraits done, and really celebrate who we are. Go Vancouver. Go to the store that looks after you!

At 7:30, Crystal Carson from Vancouver's View Magazine consulted about Spring Accessory Wardrobing. Away Winter and Hello Spring! We needed this reminder about bright colours and banishing the ski jackets. Deanna Palkowski (2nd Floor Lingerie Expert) had more to say about bringing the light and bright in! Oh and with the silky lingerie comes longer eye lashes and Noir Longer Lashes had some suggestions, too.

All in all, as usual, The Bay is The Best! When the call comes, you should answer. You always have a great time at The Bay! Each show is unique and always features the latest. Something very special, though, is the invitation and the party. Thanks again, yours in fashion, Treasure Seeker, Colleen