Chicago Botanic Garden Harvest Ball
On September 20, the Chicago venue hosted its annual fall benefit. Event Creative's decor included leafy chandeliers that nodded to the venue's lush grounds; strings of sparkling lights added a starry, garden-party feel.
Photo: Courtesy of Event Creative
Boston Lyric Opera's 2014 Opera Gala
The Boston Lyric Opera opened its 2014-15 season with the Opera Gala on October 10. During dinner, entertainers performed on a small, round stage set atop the larger stage. The performance included operatic songs and an act from aerialist Rachel Lancaster.
Photo: Michael Blanchard Photography
The New York Public Library's Library Lions Gala
The New York Public Library hosted its annual gala on November 3. David Monn handled decor, bringing in tall centerpieces that evoked autumn trees. The tables were set with patterned linens and seasonal tropes such as pumpkins, pears, and fall leaves.
Photo: Julie Stapen Photography
"This fall, we are seeing lots of eucalyptus greens being used,” says Intrigue Designs’ Sarah Campbell. "The muted green tone of the leaves accents the rich fall color palettes perfectly. Eucalyptus is being used in everything from bouquets coordinating with oranges, reds, and amber tones, to long garlands running the length of the table."
Photos: Travis Curry (Campbell), Liz and Ryan (florals)
For fall, Bloom Floral Design’s Jennifer Haf is using a variety of dahlias, Japanese anemone, grapes on the vine, fountain grasses, foraged foliage, fruit on the vine, and more. She chooses “layers of texture and color that exude the calm fall brings,” she says.
Photos: Courtesy of Bloom Floral Design
