
Living statues dressed in Greco-Roman garb.
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The live statues stood sentry at a pillow-strewn lounge area that incorporated columns and queen-size mattresses. The evening's overall color scheme used turquoise, ivory, and gold.
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Event organizers worked with sponsors to develop activations that tied into the theme. Ceramic Glaze offered nail art that used patterns from the museum's ancient collections.
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Sponsor Moroccanoil provided hand massages.
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A fortune-teller was on hand to give guests readings.
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The invitation encouraged guests to "channel your inner gladiator or goddess and dress to impress." Gentlemen were asked to "be daring!" and wear capes, faux fur, and body armor. Many guests embraced the sartorial challenge.
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Ladies were encouraged to wear "Grecian-glam" or "Cleopatra-chic" attire.
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Flowers held miniature replicas of marble busts.
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At the bar, a Yellow Tail wine bucket held clusters of grapes.
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A projection screen showcased a live feed from the event's Twitter stream.
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Belly dancers performed at the event.
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