
Acrobats from Australian group Strange Fruit showcased their talents outside of the tent, performing atop 15-foot poles.
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A fortune teller offered sartorial advice such as how guests could upgrade their outfits at sponsor Neiman Marcus.
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Instead of typical carousel horses, the First Look Party had mannequins who wore several watches on their arms—as well as latex horse heads.
Photo: Roderick Peña

A staffer dressed in a tiered metal skirt that held champagne cocktails roamed the room. Later on, during dessert, her skirt offered guests glasses of champagne-and-gold-leaf gelée with raspberry Bavarian cream and fresh raspberries.
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Los Angeles-based Le Ombre performs a mélange of dance and acrobatics against a backdrop of images and shadows, and can perform sets that incorporate branding, graphics and messaging. Full-length shows run from 60 to 90 minutes. The group travels internationally, and prices range from $25,000 to $65,000 for U.S. shows.
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L.A. Photo Party

Perfect for pool parties and resort events is L.A. Photo Party's underwater photo booth. The self-contained unit includes a DSLR camera, strobe flash, preview monitor, and underwater trigger button. The booths are available globally; pricing is available upon request.
Photo: Courtesy of L.A. Photo Party