Six talented designers, six beautiful table settings. We've invited each of our talented guests to set a table based on their version of an enchanted dinner party. Join us on the 6th Floor to experience patterns by Martha Stewart Collection with Wedgwood, Mikasa, Lauren Home, Rebecca Moses, a special Waterford and Wedgwood table, inspired by The Tudors on Showtime, and Wedgwood's 250th Anniversary table, showcasing several patterns from their 250 years of rich history.
Each designer has picked a specific pattern to celebrate a special occasion. Martha Stewart will preview her latest collaboration with Wedgwood with "Modern Daisy" and Mikasa presents their latest for spring, Indigo Bloom. Lauren Home will feature Red Pagoda bringing a modern, exotic feel to your home. Rebecca Moses' "Heart, Soul, Style" is an eclectic mix of colors, textures and styles that reflect the places, people and cultures that have influenced Rebecca the most. Waterford's and Wedgwood's table will show you how to entertain like English Royalty. Wedgwood celebrates 250 years with timeless pieces and history.
Rio Roses has completed each table look with a beautiful floral display. Rio Roses provide consumers with roses of outstanding quality, extra long vase life and an amazing selection of over 170 varieties. Florists trust Rio Roses because Rio Roses grows each rose with the utmost care and every flower meets the highest quality standards in the industry.
Join us on the Main Floor to see the Bouquets of the Day, presented by New York's most talented designers.
April 5-6
Ed Libby began his career in his home over 25 years ago and built his business on flowers, which remain an essential element of his design. He has traveled extensively to Europe and Asia and these influences are evident in his creations. Libby's "signatures" include huge floral & crystal chandeliers dripping from the ceiling, majestic columns & fountains bearing candles & profusely surrounded with floral bouquets and, at some events, human statues created by BodyCast, an Ed Libby & Co. Corporation. His roster of clients includes Diddy, Usher, Robert DeNiro & his Tribeca Film Festival, Tommy Hilfiger, The New York Stock Exchange, Disney and more. The designer has been featured in Grace Ormonde & in Brides Magazine and he was recently interviewed by NY Magazine Wedding Guide as "the event design expert" in "Ask the Expert."
April 7-8
Whether it’s a window on Madison Avenue or a soirée at a posh Los Angeles venue, designer Marc Blackwell has always brought his own unique sensibility to everything he touches. Since his arrival in New York in 1990, he has styled and designed for major companies like Bally of Switzerland, Baccarrat, Daum Crystal, Omega Inc., Casafina and Vietri. The clean styling and unexpected textures of his tabletop and home accessories can be found on the pages of publications like Oprah, Elle Décor, Food & Wine, House Beautiful and Bride’s Magazine. His client list includes Oprah Winfrey, Cindy Crawford and Lucy Arnez. Found in high-end home and tabletop stores throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe, Marc Blackwell’s creations prove his status as a new force in American design.
April 9-10
Sandra de Ovando was born in Mexico City to Spanish and Russian parents. Spending Saturday mornings in the garden with her mother, she fell in love with nature and flowers at a young age. Intent on nurturing her growing passion for flowers, Sandra moved to New York where she refined her management and customer service skills. Sandra’s evolving vision led to the launch of Ovando in June 2003. Now a full-service luxury design firm, Ovando caters to a diverse clientele from exclusive properties such as the W Hotel and the Hotel Gansevoort; to luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Giorgio Armani, Donna Karan, Hermes, Chanel and Max Mara as well as to tastemakers such as Vera Wang, and Erin Fetherston. Clients from the very modest to the most elaborate are inspired by Sandra’s artistic philosophy “simple, not simplistic. Her designs are deceptively simple. Effortlessly elegant. Undeniable chic.”
April 11-14
Jorge Cazzorla, President and Creative Director of Celebrate Flowers, a prestigious, New York based, full-service Wedding, Interior Design and Event Planning company, is recognized as one of New York's most successful and sought after designers. His architecture, art and graphic design backgrounds have shaped his understanding of structure, color, texture, lighting and composition, allowing him to design breathtaking floral arrangements and elegant environments. A native of Venezuela, Jorge Cazzorla invites culture, artistic energy and global markets into his designs. As a featured designer in Macy's Annual Flower Show, he single-handedly expanded the concept from "flower-in-vase" design to full-scale floral installations. Now in his sixth year with the show, he continues to be at the forefront of innovation.
April 15-16
Leading Entertaining Expert David Tutera is hailed as an artistic visionary whose ability, uniquely creative talents and outstanding reputation have made him a tremendous success in the lifestyle arena. Tutera has created a name for himself by taking his passion for designing spectacular events and transforming it into a lifestyle. He continuously exceeds the expected with an unmatched level of inspiration, imagination, and innovation to create the latest trends in entertaining. Honored by Modern Bride Magazine as one of the Top 25 Trendsetters of The Year, David was awarded “Best Celebrity Wedding Planner” by Life & Style Magazine. His clients include Star Jones' wedding, the Official Post Grammy Parties in New York City, Elton John, Barbara Walters and the Rolling Stones. David’s newest primetime show, My Fair Wedding airs on WE TV.
April 17-19
Preston Bailey was born and raised in the verdant, tropical paradise of Panamá, so it's little wonder that he is world renowned for his innate sense of style, inspired by the vibrant colors, organic shapes, and overwhelming natural abundance of his homeland. Preston's theatrical, one-of-a-kind events, which include the most extravagant weddings and galas for Royal families across the globe, have earned him a reputation as the world's preeminent event designer. Layering color and texture, Preston transforms raw, sometimes less than ordinary, spaces to translate his clients' fantasies into awe-inspiring reality. His clients include Donald Trump, Oprah Winfrey, Uma Thurman, Joan Rivers, Donna Karan, Liza Minnelli, Matt Lauer, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, Laurence Fishburne, Emmitt Smith and Bill Cosby. Recently, Preston starred in his own show, Preston Bailey, Mr. Fabulous which aired on the Oxygen Network coming in as the highest rating show of the year.
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