The invitation said “Champagne & Onion Rings, Oysters & Absinthe”. This party was off to a good start! And though one needs little more for sustenance, we took the Parisian bistro theme and ran with it. Getting the French jazz band Avalon to perform set… [read more]
Quinceanera Fiesta
I can’t take all of the credit for this one. The entire inspiration for this party came from my friend Courtney, who threw herself a Quinceanera for her 29th birthday party. For those who don’t know, a Quinceanera is the birthday celebration for a fifteen… [read more]
Preppy Party
While in college, my friend Deirdre befriended an older gentleman who invited us out to his home in the Hamptons. This all felt very glamorous, very grown-up and very fun. After an ‘interesting’ weekend, the group of house guests went out for a farewell brunch… [read more]