This magical weekend in Dallas did not end after the gorgeous dinner. The DVLW team worked through the night (literally) to flip the tent into one large Parisian lounge for brunch and a mini birthday celebration for Bishop T.D. Jakes the following day. Tables were swapped out, linens changed, chairs re-configured, lounge furnishings installed, new floral centerpieces, a birthday cake, lots of accessories to finish the space with a residential feel that I deem so incredibly important for any entertaining space, French pastries – oh and let me not forget the French poodles!
It all starts with a blueprint!
Models and French Poodles were hired to graze the lawn and greet guests upon arrival!
My daughter Riann worked with my stylist to design each model’s outfit as well as the accents on our French poodles!
A new entrance from the night before greeted guests upon arrival!
The mercury glass dance floor doubled as a platform to frame the Parisian Lounge!
Guests had a chance to get ‘up and close and personal’ with the oversized pearls!
The lounge featured an eclectic mix of neutral furnishings!
What a great shot!
I had to add at least one literal French accessory!
These gold side tables added a warm accent to the environment!
I’m so in love with this ‘Around The World” candle holder!
Vintage buttons were affixed to the containers for the new floral centerpieces and added a couture touch!
I always leave behind my signature and a little expression of my love for the job, my clients and gratitude for the opportunity!
While in Paris, I discovered why the French cherish dessert so much!
It took a while but Tiffany Pompey finally found an authentic French Patisserie in Dallas!
Nothing says Parisian more than mini Faberge Eggs filled with strawberry shortcake of course!
Ok so I added two literal French accents with this Macaroon Eiffel Tower!
I could have stopped at French pastries but why? Everybody loves candy!
Plexiglas slats were etched and used as custom menus; starting with Chocolate Truffles!
Finding only neutral colored candy proved to be a bit challenging!
It may have been 100+ degrees outside but everyone still enjoyed the Ice Cream Parlour!
The Coffee Forum was a huge hit…especially the Frappuccino!
A birthday celebration is not complete without a birthday cake!
A local modeling agency provided the cutest models/waitresses while I designed the custom aprons!
Diann Valentine – the designer and TV Host are always one in the same!
One of my favorite looks of the summer from JSkyStyle and Leo Eley. I love my boys!
The best part of the week was being able to work with my beautiful daughter Riann. We were both exhausted but we were exhausted together!
…you already know that I travel with my LOVE as much as possible. This was a tough production and I’m so thankful I had him with me…strengthening me, believing in me, loving me!
Paris meets Dallas!
…and here it is!
Great parties and great celebrations don’t just happen. The DVLW team commits to hundreds of hours of design time, production meetings, 18-hour work days, blood, sweat and tears to help our clients celebrate some of the most important moments in their lives and we would not have it any other way!
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Photo Credit: MoHa Photography