About 300 guests attended the premiere and party, including the director of the series, Karl Lagerfeld, and the film's star, Rachel Bilson. To subtly brand the environment, Warren Z produced custom content for the venue's two video walls, including the Magnum logo amid swirls of chocolate.
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To divide the east and west lobbies, the design team used a white fringe curtain. The textural drape was also used as a backdrop for the 24-foot mirrored bar that anchored the western side of the site.
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The mod setting was designed to complement the venue's architecture, with black and white curved furniture contrasted by linear white suede ottomans of varying heights.
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A black and white stage lounge served as the area from which V.I.P.s Lagerfeld and Bilson could view the films. The three shorts, which Unilever posted online the day after the event, are intended to showcase how the brand is a symbol of indulgence and pleasure.
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A horizontally striped black and white drape formed a striking backdrop at the far end of the west lobby.
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Long, white conical lampshades hung over the space, adding another textural component to the decor.
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Cocktail catering company Cuff & Buttons provided three drinks for the occasion, including a libation called the "Pleasure Seeker," made of Prosecco, cacao, ginger, and blood orange essential oil, vanilla extract, and a sugar cube.
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A selection of sweet and savory hors d'oeuvres from Sonnier & Castle took inspiration from the ingredients in Magnum bars.
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Dishes included bite-size pulled pork tacos with chocolate mole poblano (pictured), melted Brie and vanilla-scented green apple in puff pastries, mille-feuille with salted peanut and milk chocolate, and fleur de sel caramel with crackling sugar dust.
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