On November 11, the National Association for Catering and Events hosted its annual fund-raising gala at the Liaison in Washington. Drawing inspiration from classic fairy tales, the benefit incorporated design elements from stories like The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Snow White, and Cinderella. From name cards on poison apples to a horse-drawn carriage, here's a look at 14 steal-worthy storybook-inspired event ideas.
Horse-Drawn Carriage
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Yellow Brick Road
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Emerald City Lounge
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Emerald City Bar
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'Wizard of Oz' Custom Gobo
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Enchanted Forest Centerpiece
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Wooden Table Numbers
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Poisoned Apple Escort Cards
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'The Wiz' Dance Crew
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Old World Trumpeter
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Pumpkin Creme Brulee
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Poison Candied Apples
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Twinkle Light Dance Floor
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Happily Ever After
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