An all-star cast of local designers, stylists, and make-up artists will show their love for St. Paul’s Hospital in front of a 900-person crowd at the Commodore Ballroom on Sept. 27.
Now in its third year, Brilliant! raises funds for the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation and does it in style. This year, the fashion fundraiser will “take guests on a 90-minute journey around the world” on its theme of inclusion.
“The show was inspired by the inclusive nature of St. Paul’s Hospital, how they don’t discriminate and accept all who walk through their doors,” explains Dean Thullner, show producer and former patient at St. Paul’s Hospital.
“Expect a spectacular evening with global influences, focused on celebrating different cultural backgrounds and regions, including Canada, Norway, United Kingdom, France, India, Japan, and the Middle East.”
The Brilliant! team is composed of more than 300 volunteers and performers from the fashion, make-up, and style industries. Designers this year include Kim Cathers, Stephanie Hung, Jennifer Kappler, Jason Matlo, Trisha Rampersad, and Blair Shapera. Blanche Macdonald Centre alumni and current students are also participating.
As one in five Canadians will experience mental illness at some point in their lives, proceeds from Brilliant! will support the needs of mental health patients at St. Paul’s Hospital. Tickets are now sold out, but for more info visit HelpStPauls.com.
Etsy Made in Canada marketplace
As a part of the first-ever Made in Canada event, Robson Square (800 Robson), will be transformed into a makers’ market showcasing handmade and vintage Etsy goods in collaboration with the Emily Carr Etsy Team.
On Saturday afternoon from 10am to 5pm, locations across Canada will be hosting the one-day marketplace, bringing together local Etsy sellers in celebration of the country’s maker movement. Shop 57 sellers including personalized iPhone cases from Field Trip, vintage prints and décor from Anewall, and bold fashion statements from Thii.
For more info visit Etsy.com/madeincanada.
