The five-star hotel transformed into a fashion hub before the Jamie Lee Show

19 September 2015, Perth – Pan Pacific Perth and Telstra Perth Fashion Festival hosted an exclusive invitation only cocktail event on Thursday 17 September in the hotel's lavish restaurant, Origins. Media personalities, designers, bloggers, VIPs and Perth's most stylish rubbed shoulders ahead of the Jaime Lee show at Fashion Paramount.

Upon arrival, guests sipped on an exclusive festival inspired cocktail. 'The Akira,' named after one of the show's iconic Australian designers, is a twist on the classic mojito combining Bacardi Rum with muddled chopped strawberries, berries, lime, sugar syrup.

The hotel's Head Chef Paul Gaspa handcrafted a bespoke canapé menu for the evening which included his inventive pulled pork doughnuts, crayfish club sandwiches and an impressive dessert buffet laden with delicate sweet treats. Luxurious touches added to the opulent atmosphere including a champagne bar as well as an oyster bar offering local West Australian oysters with an array of accompaniments, from caviar to flavoured foams and salsas.

DJ Adam Kelly set the mood for the evening with easy listening tunes playing in the background as guests mingled. Pan Pacific Perth General Manager, John Kockan warmly welcomed the crowd to the hotel and Danicia Quinlan, Executive Director of the Fashion Council WA shared her gratitude to Pan Pacific Perth for hosting.

About Pan Pacific Perth 

Located a short walk to the city's bustling shopping, dining and entertainment districts, Pan Pacific Perth features 486 guest rooms including 96 premium Club Rooms and the Pacific Club Lounge, that areideal for business or leisure. Surrounded by the scenic vistas of Perth's Swan River and lush historic gardens, the hotel is thecity's largest. Delight in the seasonal buffet or extensive a la carte options in Montereys Restaurant or savour the signature sparkling High Tea every weekend in Origins Restaurant. The Lobby Lounge provides the perfect setting for relaxation and conversation.

At the end of your day, relax and rejuvenate in the outdoor swimming pool and enjoy the fully-equipped 24-hour fitness centre with steam rooms. With 2470 square metres of conference facilities, the hotel offers the most comprehensive meetings and event space in the city. Pan Pacific Perth is proud to be the winner of the 'Restaurant within an Accommodation Hotel Award' for Origins Restaurant at the 2012 AHA (WA) Accommodation Industry Awards.

Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts

Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts comprises 21 premium hotels, resorts and serviced suites (including those under development) in 11 countries across Asia, North America, Oceania and Europe. The “Pan Pacific” brand provides refreshing Pacific experiences inspired by an invigorating blend of its Pacific Rim locations. It is focused on enriching experiences that draw on a diversity of landscapes and cultures; and relevant choices that convey freedom and individuality. Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts has been recognised by Condé Nast Traveller magazine as one of the 25 hotel companies demonstrating social responsibility and has won esteemed accolades such as World Travel Awards, AAA Four Diamond Award, Condé Nast Gold List and Readers ChoiceAwards. For more information, visit panpacific.com.

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