THE UPTOWN GIFTBOX COMPANY PRESENTS THE 2009 CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS GIFT LOUNGE
September 2, 2009
FIRST SNEAK PEEKS OF THE UPTOWN GIFTBOX COMPANY'S
2009 CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS GIFT LOUNGE
Exquisite Local Goods to be Lavished Upon Country Stars and VIPs at Backstage Party
VANCOUVER, B.C. (September 1st, 2009) – Mixing celebrities, media and the ultimate word in luxury gifting, the Uptown GiftBox Company's Official Gift Lounge at the 2009 Canadian Country Music Awards promises to be the hottest ticket in town. Produced by Gabrielle Durning, founder and visionary of The Uptown GiftBox Company, the Lounge will feature a range of exclusive products and services; a gorgeous, interactive setting; and Canadian music maven Erica Ehm as its official Lounge host.
One of country music's biggest celebrations, the Canadian Country Music Awards' guest roster never fails to impress. Broadcasting live on CBC from General Motors Place in Vancouver on Sunday, September 13th, this year's show is no different, boasting mega-stars such as Reba McEntire, Johnny Reid, Martina McBride, George Canyon, Terri Clark and many others—including one of Canada's best-loved exports to Hollywood, actor Jason Priestley, as its host.
“This is a Hollywood concept, with a distinctly West Coast Canadian flair,” says Durning. “We are so excited to present this exclusive event where we can showcase hand-picked, hip, luxurious brand, (most of which are local) and place them right into the hands of celebrated tastemakers and influencers.”
Highlights of The Gift Lounge include:
· With a long music history and many awards to her credit (including two JUNO’s for songwriting) celebs and VIPs will be in good hands with the official Lounge Host Erica Ehm (www.yummymummyclub.ca).
· On-site Eurowave treatments and relaxing spa services by Body Beautiful Canada, as seen at the Oscars and Emmys gift lounges
· AG Hair Cosmetics on-site celebrity stylist Jami Symons offering red carpet touch-ups
· Delectable treats from Frosting Cupcakery, the Fraser Valley’s newest taste sensations!
· $500 gift certificate for a villa rental from Luxury Retreats
· On-site photography and gift certificates by renowned photographer Erin Gilmore
· Custom jewelry designed just for the event by Gingerly Designs, KV Bijou, Chick Picks, and Justine Brooks
· Luscious, red carpet-ready lash extensions from Yaletown’s Noir Lash Lounge – choose from styles such as ‘Pretty in a Quickie’ or ‘The One Night Stand’
· Good-for-the-planet sustainable accessories such as stainless steel water bottles and carriers from the eco-conscious Planet Forward
· Gourmet sampling by Culinary Capers, Artisan Edibles, Gone Crackers, Fraser Valley Gourmet, Cocoa Nymph, Chef Ann and her rodeo-ready sauces, custom blend spices by The Sexy Gourmet Food Co and the certified organic Doi Chaang coffee company
· Sweet live sounds from former Canadian Idol contestant /local dreamboat Greg Neufeld
· Award-winning cookbook and custom online recipes from the Renaissance Gourmet, Angela Tunner
· On-site cowgirl models, strutting some of the racy designs available from Panty by Post. (Guests receive a 1 month subscription of French lingerie delivery service)
· Unique eyewear by the West Coast company Claudia Alan featuring First Nation designs
· Gift certificate and limited edition hats by Western Town, experts at all things country
· Stylishly cheeky lingerie by Biatta Intimates
· Sassy Cassy's will be custom-fitting the cowgirls with high-fashion boots in hot colours and five different styles. These boots are made for walkin’!
· Handmade scarves by Larry Designs, knit from local Alpaca wool
· The must-have Buddha Board, perfect for the artist on the go
· An aromatherapy gift set by Elemi Organics, sure to soothe even the toughest of cowboys
· Aromatherapy eye mask by the Warm Buddy Co to help calm the post-party blues
· 1-year subscription to the chic, forward-thinking NUVO Magazine, copy of Fall issue + copy of Vancouver’s Montecristo magazine
· Artist-in-residence Chris MacClure will be on hand with a large giclee print of his piece ‘The Serenade’ (to be signed by the artists, then donated to BC Children’s Hospital Foundation)
· Concept 9 with their custom designs for the rock'n'roll baby, country music-inspired wipes cases and coordinating changing mats
· A little all-natural pampering for the guys with Just for Jack Gift Packs by All things Jill
· Herbal Infusions custom tea gift set, nestled in a gorgeous wooden giftbox made entirely from reclaimed utility poles
· Instant teeth whitening and freshening touch-ups by Pure Smile Canada. Perfect for the pre-interview artists!
· 2 hour studio photo shoot with ‘rock-n-roll’ photographers from Super Sexy People valued at over $800
· Limited edition magnets by Karen Graham Designs as well as an exquisite journal gift set by Zing Paperie
· VIP Guests will choose from many onsite designs of OKA B shoes, as seen in O Magazine and on the Ellen Degeneres show
· The Gift Lounge website was designed by the uber-talented Erin Anderson of RedCreative and is hosted by techie-locals Delta Small Business Services
Following the success of an exclusive hospitality and gifting event created for Olympic clients, the Uptown GiftBox Company was tapped by the CCMAs to bring their en-pointe brand of gifting, VIP treatment and social consciousness to their backstage area.
Adding a social media element to the event, Uptown will also feature a Blogger’s Lounge, within the Gift Lounge itself. Sponsored by Miss604.com, 6 renowned bloggers will be on-site to cover all aspects of the Lounge with live blogging, Tweeting, streaming backstage interviews with musicians, and more backstage live coverage. Each of the bloggers will donate a Charity Gift Bag, provided by Uptown, to the charity of their choice.
“Charity is one of our biggest mandates,” says Durning, “and this is the perfect setting for it. Star power equals giving power, and our CCMA Gift Lounge will have that in spades! We plan on leaving a significant charitable footprint behind after this all-out VIP party.”
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MEDIA CONTACT
Gabrielle Durning – CEO + Founder
The Uptown GiftBox Company
Phone: 604.538.7438
