Yes, the Very Classy book tour continues. After stops all over the great US of A, I took my Very Classy mission North. Specifically, me and my partner in crime Leigh Lezark headed up to Vancouver. It was a quick trip, but it was well worth it: In our 48 or so hours of Candaian adventure we did an informative driving tour of the city, a picturesque gondola ride up to Grouse Mountain, and a terrifying skip through the Capilano suspension bridge in a national park. And oh yeah, we headed to the Hudson Bay Company (the oldest retail post in North America) for a swanky cocktail party in my honor at The Room. Above is a video of our hijinks, and below are some of my favorite pictures of our fleeting moments with our Northern neighbors. We loved you, Vancouver.

A broody shot of my beloved jacket overlooking the harbor:

Leigh getting extremely involved at my book party at The Room:

The view from the top of Grouse Mountain:

The view from below the canopy at the base of the Capilano Suspension Bridge:

Some fabulous (and just a little narcissistic) decorations at The Room:

Leigh on the bridge:

Hanging out (and terrifying myself) on the suspension bridge:

The beautiful Canadian sunset:

“A lady looks presentable at an airport”

–Very Classy Pg. 142

“A lady tries to keep as many people on her good side as she can, even if they’re bad people.”

–Very Classy Pg. 168

“A lady is not glutinous with her wardrobe.”

–Very Classy Pg. 22

“A lady knows the importance of nice stationery.”

–Very Classy Pg. 52

“A lady never points out that someone has not eaten a meal she has prepared, even if she’s furious.”

–Very Classy Pg. 98

“A lady doesn’t whine or talk in a baby voice outside of a nursery, or a bedroom if she’s desperate.”

–Very Classy Pg. 68

“Let’s get one thing straight right now: An exposed thong is not sexy.”

–Very Classy Pg. 4

“A lady understands that a healthy woman is not necessarily the one who is skinny. She needs a healthy body and a healthy mind. A truly classy lady is a well-rounded one.”

–Very Classy Pg. 219

“A lady knows the most important part of looking good is feeling good, and that starts with your head – not with the gym or a diet program.”

–Very Classy Pg. 44