A local entrepreneur is hoping to revive the city's nightlife later this month by throwing a fashion show.

Anita Dunn, owner of Mila + Paige at 45 Sixth St., opened the doors to her clothing boutique earlier this year. She had left a 10-year career as an accountant to pursue the fashion endeavour and get back to her creative side.

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Rather than throw a grand opening bash at the store to turn a profit, Dunn has organized a fashion show for Aug. 25 at 100 Braid St. Studios to show off her fall line.

"It's meant for people to get all the girls together, get dressed up and have a fun night out," she told the Record.

Dunn said her goal is make this an annual event the community can get excited about, especially locals who usually travel outside the city for their entertainment.

"So many people are moving to New West, especially in the downtown area, people that used to live in Vancouver. They're missing that part of the Vancouver night life where you could just go to a club or lounge or the art gallery.

"They're moving to New West because it's more affordable, yet there's not a lot of that happening here yet. I want to see New West become a fun city not only to live in, but to hang out in," she added.

Tickets to the fashion show cost $25 and include a glass of bubbly and hors d'oeuvres (there will be a cash bar, too). A hairstylist and a makeup artist will be doing demos between runway breaks. Attendees will also get a chance to win some prizes, learn how to wear an outfit three different ways and how to tone up their arms for that little black dress.

The artists of 100 Braid St. Studios will also be on hand to chat and answer questions about their art.

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