Eco Fashion Week wraps up today, Oct. 19, with events at Robson Square. Speaker seminars, industry panels and runway shows celebrate sustainable fashion. Visit ecofashion-week.com for a full schedule of events.
Marilyn's in Caulfeild Village celebrates its 29th year in women's fashion retailing with an evening of style Wednesday, Oct. 24, 6-9 p.m. at the boutique, 5363 Headland Dr., West Vancouver Cocktails, hors d'oeuvre and a fashion show featuring Frascara's holiday collection. RSVP to service@ marilynsofwestvancouver.com or 604-925-4110.
Yoko's Haute Coiffure & b-yu Head Spa will host a makeover event with special guest Niko Papadatos, president of Toronto-based Niko Organics, a USDA-certified organic skin care collection, on Thursday, Nov. 1. Guests are invited to register for a session at 1 p.m. or 6 p.m. The evening session will be followed by a kakadu plum (main skincare ingredient) High Tea Reception. Space is limited. RSVP with session time and number of participants by email at [email protected] or call 604-926-0911. Info: yokoshaircolorsalon.com.
Starry Nights: Join in the festive spirit at Park Royal Shopping Centre on Friday, Nov. 16 (north mall), and Wednesday Nov. 21 (south mall), 7: 30-10: 30 p.m. both evenings in support of Capilano Community Services. Stores will stay open late for ticketed guests to kick off the Christmas shopping season, with "one night only" shopping specials at many retailers (including The Bay), live entertainment, a wine and cheese lounge, dozens of prizes, gift-wrapping, and more. Buy your tickets, $10 each or enjoy both nights for $15, through Capilano Community Services at 604-988-7115.
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. Info: 604-922-4032.
