It was a Wednesday and as I pulled up to door of Barcelona, one of Vancouver's hottest new night spots, I saw that there was already a bit of a line-up. Luckily I'm so hot, lineups don't apply. KIDDING!! Oh Lord, I wish I had that skill. Anyway, this was no ordinary club night as we were all there for a special cause. Hope in Haiti was an event put on for the Red Cross to raise aid for the victims of the horrible earthquake in Haiti. I was invited to the event by Kelsey of The Anthology to spread the word. As I entered the club, I saw that it was full of media types, bloggers, and caring citizens.
I was impressed with both the cool vibe of Barcelona, and with the event itself. There were silent auctions, live auctions, and raffle prizes galore. Lucky attendees walked away with prizes ranging from shoes, to weekends at Harrison Hot Springs, to signed jerseys and hockey sticks by the Canucks!!
Even more exciting for me than the prizes though was meeting up my fellow bloggers!! Not only did I get to meet Kelsey (she's so teeny and a whirl of energy in RL, plus I got to see her famous red purse and peep-toe sandal/booties in person!), but I also got to meet Liv of A Beautiful Life, and Teresa of Senses & Style. Both Liv and Teresa were extremely welcoming and friendly people, for which I was grateful, since schmoozing terrifies me. As well, I got to catch up with my original FFB (Fellow Fashion Blogger) Lisa of Solo Lisa! My lasting impression of the night was that I should really try to overcome my schmoozing fear, and that despite bloggers supposedly being "real people" they seem to have a high probability of being hotties! Go figure.
Though this event is over, you can still donate to the cause. Donations are still needed, so please don't hesitate to donate to a reputable charity. You can send your donations to Red Cross here.
15 comments:
That sounds like a really fun event! I hope to meet Liv, Lisa and you someday!!! :) All stars.
i love how so mny event and different things are all happening for the haiti relief, it's bringing a lot of people together :)
It was super awesome to meet you too. And you're such a tiny teeny little thing yourself...but full of spitfire, spunk, and smartness :) Hope we meet again soon!
Looks like you had a great time! Thanks for sharing!
This seems like so much fun and for such a great cause too! I'm dying to go to Vancouver and check out the nightlife there!
-Marz
Damn I wish I went to the fundraiser too. =*(
Nice photo collage and recap!
I had such a great time live blogging this event. Anyone interested in checking out my coverage can do so here.
Look like you had a great time there. I hope you're well darling. Thanks for the sweet comments.
xoxo Nini
Very nice, darling!
I love when bloggers meet up IRL ~ so fun!
xoxox,
CC
So many FABULOUS benefits. It's awesome seeing everyone come together!
How much fun! I love events that bring fashion and charity together!! :)
Love how everybody's doing their bit to chip in to the cause :)
I am glad that the event went so well and people got motivated to participate.
xoxo
B* a la Moda
Jordana! it was so nice to meet you finally. Really lots of fun to hang out with all the girly bloggers - we have to do this again.
i posted a picture of you too on my blog from my haiti recap - hope you like it!
So thrilled you came! Was so great to meet you in person.
But I gotta say I laughed and laughed at your comment about me being tiny -- I feel like a giant next to you!
If anyone would like to order a t-shirt (proceeds go to the Red Cross) send me a note at theanthology@live.com
*Kelsey
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