
The American Ballet Theatre's 2009 fall gala in New York got guests moving after the performance with projections on the dance floor. The floor played images of 1950s movies during dinner, and later busy street scenes moved in time with the music for dancing. The look aimed to complement the troupe's contemporary and unconventional programming, with dark colors and silhouettes inspired by artist Kara Walker.
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The Phantom of the Opera held its 25th-anniversary show and gala in 2013. To avoid the complications that come with laying carpet over stairs—especially on a snowy night in New York—the event's producers projected a strip of red light over the library's front steps, effectively creating a virtual red carpet that led to the entrance. Hundreds of LED candles sat on either side of the illuminated pathway.
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Fashion designer Patricia Field made her first foray into Miami Art Week in 2016 with a December-long pop-up shop and gallery. A simple—but effective—catwalk was created by placing two strips of red tape on the floor.
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If you’ve ever seen a party shot posted by a Kardashian, it was most likely taken in a MirMir photo booth. Available in black and white and color, the images feature a soft-focus, instant Photoshop look, thanks to the company’s software. Think old-school Hollywood camera trick in a modern way. Plus, on-site staff help guests strike the best poses. Pricing available upon request; unlimited 4-by-6 printing included. Available for rent worldwide.
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Tables featured bedazzled dog centerpieces that rotated. The centerpieces were also auctioned off to the highest bidders and included restaurant vouchers.
Photo: Vito Amati

A Perfect Event designed the brunch with a soft, spring-inspired color palette, featuring ivory and champagne florals, silvery greens and blues, and touches of gold.
Photo: Belen Aquino, Gerber Scarpelli

Blue Plate Catering created a fresh take on a brunch menu with dozens of mini bites, including a mini chicken and waffle drizzled with thyme syrup.
Photo: Belen Aquino, Gerber Scarpelli

A pair of wings from artist Colette Miller of the Global Angel Wings project was the eye-catching emphasis of the table known as “Dancing Angels Along the Mediterranean,” designed by Sterling Engagements and Shawna Yamamoto Event Design.
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At a table called “Boho Gypsy Princess,” designed by Bluebell Events and Mark’s Garden, clusters of flowers by type from Revelry Event Design filled vessels of varying kinds and heights.
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The table known as "Alexandrine’s Romantic Spring Dream” was designed by Kelsey Events and Ixora Floral Studio. Black satin napkins, ornate china, and open roses created a look of sheer opulence.
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“Gold Metallique” linen from Luxe set a backdrop for a rustic-meets-glamorous look in antique ivory and blush tones at the table known as “Memoirs Of Romance," designed by Charis Events & Design and Avant Garden Events.
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At the “Hibiscus Glitz” table, designed by A Good Affair and Little Hill Floral Designs, Dish Wish Girl provided whimsical rentals: Plates were emblazoned with sayings like “holy shiitake” and “it takes two to mango.”
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Fashion illustrator Jeanette Getrost offered custom illustrations of guests on the spot.
Photo: Chris Costello