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David Fung Illuminates Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra’s 23rd Season Opening

The Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra launched its 23rd season with a concert that set the tone for an ambitious year ahead. The opening night combined a world premiere, masterful chamber playing, and the brilliance of internationally acclaimed pianist David Fung. Conductor Ken Hsieh summed up the excitement: “What a fantastic season opening to have three internationally...

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Clarence Debelle Presents: 1405 – 28th Street: The Pinnacle of Modern Coastal Living in West Vancouver

In West Vancouver, where the mountains descend into the Pacific and coastal light dances across tree-lined streets, an extraordinary new residence has arrived to redefine modern luxury. The estate at 1405 – 28th Street is not just a home, but a living masterpiece — an architectural vision brought to life with concrete, steel, and inspired...

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An Evening of Love and Luxury at the Luxe Wedding Soirée

A dreamy bridal experience was had by all at Vancouver’s most glamorous wedding showcase at the Fairmont Pacific Rim. The Luxe Wedding Soirée, hosted and presented by Nargess Tabrizy-Shokrani, Principal of Fleur de Lis Events Planning + Design, is the event of the season for brides, grooms, and industry tastemakers alike. Each year, it transforms...

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AetherHaus Blends Design, Wellness, and the Ritual of Aufguss

Across from Vancouver’s English Bay Beach, a new chapter in wellness has quietly begun. AetherHaus, a thoughtfully designed sanctuary blending ancient European traditions with modern sensibility, has redefined what it means to slow down. More than a studio, it is a place to belong — a space where the human need for ritual, warmth, and...

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The Art of Strategy: Rolls-Royce Unveils a Masterpiece for the Modern Collector

Checkmate, darling. Rolls-Royce has just unveiled what is quite possibly the most decadent way to spend your leisure hours indoors — the Rolls-Royce Chess Set. Priced at a breezy $52,116, this is not your typical rainy-day pastime. This is a showpiece designed for those who take their games as seriously as they take their bespoke...

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Rain, Radiance, and Vancouver Glow: Embracing Beauty in Every Drop

Hey Beauties! The rainy season is officially here, and while it might be tempting to cozy up indoors with endless lattes and fuzzy socks, I am here to remind you that the rain is part of Vancouver’s magic. Those misty mornings, the glistening streets, and that lush, green vibrancy? They are what keep this city...

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Hotel MOTTO: Where Parisian Elegance Meets Viennese Soul

The charm of boutique Hotel MOTTO, a stylish escape in the heart of Vienna’s Mariahilfer Straße, blends Parisian elegance with Viennese soul. This design-forward property offers a sanctuary where luxury meets inclusivity and every detail is crafted with care. For those who seek a stay that is as stylish as it is welcoming, Hotel MOTTO...

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Yes Shef Returns to Celebrate Five Years of Culinary Excellence

Vancouver’s most inspiring culinary event returns this fall as Yes Shef celebrates its fifth anniversary on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the Fairmont Pacific Rim. Presented by the WORTH Association and hosted in the hotel’s opulent Star Sapphire Ballroom, the event brings together British Columbia’s leading women chefs, distillers, brewers, and winemakers for an evening...

Helen Siwak – Issue #36 Publisher’s Message

Welcome to Issue 36 of Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine. As another season unfolds across the West Coast, we take pride in continuing our mission to celebrate artistry, ingenuity, and the individuals shaping Vancouver’s cultural and creative evolution. Each issue of Folio.YVR is an exploration of luxury in its truest form—defined not by extravagance, but by...

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The SkinGirls: Lisa Marie Blair’s Vision for Modern Aesthetics

Hey Beauties! Meet Lisa Marie Blair, the powerhouse founder behind The SkinGirls. With her adorable eleven-year-old Boston Terrier Ruby by her side, she has created a serene Yaletown haven that has been turning heads since opening its doors in June 2017. After years of working behind the scenes as one of Vancouver’s most sought-after facialists,...