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Guest Restrooms

fete — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:50:11 +0000

I hope all of you that entertained this weekend had a successful, fun time! When having guests, there are certain items I always stock up on. I’m a firm believer that guest restrooms (whether they be in your home or at a venue) should have nice products. Pump soap and hand lotion, good quality linen-like paper hand towels and a scented candle – ALL A MUST!

Here are some of my favorite products:

Savon de Marseille Pump Soap and Hand Lotion

www.frenchsoaps.com

They have great packaging and are relatively inexpensive (soaps start at $14 per bottle) My favorite scents their are fig, orange and lavender.

Aesop

http://www.aesop.com/shop-us/body-care/

Aesop is a higher-end apothecary-style beauty brand from Australia that uses plant-based ingredients. My favorite products are their Geranium Leaf Hand Soap and Body Balm.

Fantastic Passed Hors D’oeuvres Idea

fete — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:01:58 +0000

During a food tasting for an event in St. Barths, I had one of the most innovative passed hors d’oeuvres that I have tried in a long time. It was a Frozen Bloody Mary. It’s not for everyone but I give it an A for creativity. It’s a great concept for outdoor weddings in warm weather.

Canapes for Events

Design Fantasy – Drippy Nickly Chain!

fete — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:14:36 +0000

One of my fantasies is to install a giant version of this over a dance floor in a room that is basically a black lacquered box. I love the silver drippy nickel chain! It is designed by Barlas Baylar for Hudson Furntiure.

http://www.hudsonfurnitureinc.com/2007/

The Finest Event View in New York

fete — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:16:01 +0000

In terms of jaw-dropping views of New York, no event space compares to Ellis Island. You look onto the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan Skyline while sitting on the Hudson River. It is also incredible to watch the views change as the sun drops over the horizon and the NYC’s bright lights come on. Take a look at one of our events from this summer.

Ceremony location selected to take advantage of optimal Manhattan view

5th Avenue Armani Store

fete — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:52:20 +0000

I am always looking for new gift ideas. On a recent tour of the Armani Store on 5th Avenue, I found so many great items at varying price points. Their chocolate boutique, Armani Dolci, is filled with unique ideas and is really well done. I was equally impressed by their home accessories collection. I really fell in love with their candles, especially the Eau de Jade scent. They are lovely and beautifully packaged – simple but beautiful.