PARTY SKIRTS CELEBRATES LAUNCH

Vancouver's BYTs (Bright Young Things) were out in full force Wednesday evening to fête the launch of Party Skirts. Hosted by hip downtown boutique Blubird, the venue was alive with colour, energetic music, baloons and chatter. Despite the heavy rain, guests turned out in droves to support the local label, many even rocking the "guest" of honour, their very own party skirt.

"It's like a fashion rainbow in here," noted one party-goer. "I can't help but smile!"

 The line's founders and ambassadors, sisters Lauren and Mariel Armstrong, vivaciously greeted guests and happily posed with the towering models sporting their signature skirts. Guests were encouraged to adorn themselves with florette-covered headpieces and accessories - a nod to the sisters' playful, fresh and feminine approach to fashion.

Store Manager and hostess of the soirée, Sophis Koumbis, could not have been more pleased with the launch. The crowd came for more than flowing champagne and delicious nibbles courtesy of Italian Kitchen, they were there to shop.

"We can't re-stock fast enough," shared Koumbis, with a big grin, referring to the large wall showcasing the voluminous shantung silk party skirts in every hue.

As the night wound down guests migrated over to Gastown hotspot Houseguest to continue the festivities and catch-up with old friends in a more intimate setting. It may have been a dark and dreary Wednesday, but everyone was having way too much fun to head home just yet. From what I can tell, the skirts are living up to their name.