Outfit: House Guest Media Event

I know that you're dying to know what I wore to the House Guest media event a couple weeks ago.

Not the best quality photos, but that's what happens when you take photos in the middle of an Open Bar event.

This was the first time I'd broken out the sequin jacket in Vancouver (and since NYFW!) and it was such a hit (as I knew it would be)! Although, I had a date afterwards and I excitedly asked him, "Do you like my sequins?!" He said something to the effect of, "Uh...they're...special. And sequin-y....." I replied with, "It's OK, I have a change of clothes to go out in." (Because sometimes straight guys just don't get it and get scared. And sometimes, you just shouldn't wear an awesome sequin jacket to a concert at the Commodore, no matter how awesome the sequin jacket is. Lesson: Be Prepared.)

Dress: Forever 21 Sequin Jacket: Vintage Shoes: Michael Antonio (last seen here) Bag: Le Chateau

Hot Spot: House Guest

Last week I attended the media event for House Guest, Gastown's newest hot spot. And, it's just that.

The crowd was eclectic, from fashion bloggers to foodies, there was something for everyone. House Guest is definitely the type of place that attracts beautiful people, but it also boasts great food. I must say that the quality of the food surprised me, even though Liv & Kelsey had told me how great it was.

Liv & Kelsey of Northill Creative

In addition to the crowd and the food, the space is gorgeous. The branding was done by House Guest bartender, Adam, with owners Justin & Mattie leading the team behind the decor.

Food recommendations:

• PMC - pimento mac'n'cheese croquettes (the Red Eye ketchup is amazing)
• Petite Ground Round - braised short rib Sloppy Joe's (favourite!) *
• Fish Tacos - soft shell crab tacos*

* not on the online menu

I'd had such a great time at the media event that I had to go back the next day to try some other items on the menu (still delish), scope out the actual crowd (still beautiful and well dressed!), and drink some more!

Ashley from Social Chair & Peter of the Starving Stylist

Be sure to save me a spot at the bar.