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Event Report: Brynne Peña Realizes A Mid-Century Modern Dream

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The Event: 2 Receptions and 1 Final Night Event Dates: three consecutive days in late September in Palm Springs. The Event Theme: Retro Dreams The Locations: The Parker and The Riviera Hotels Brynne: "Putting on a series of events in Palm Springs was a dream come true.  My favorite time-period/aesthetic is Mid-Century Modern, of which Palm Springs is just oozing with!  Just walking around town and at the different hotel properties I could hardly contain my excitement at all the delicious eye candy everywhere!" The event locations were pure Palm Springs: a croquet lawn reception, a poolside event and a Closing Night Under The Stars. The first night's reception on the croquet lawn featured black & gold decor, black metal cocktail tables with Chevron Graphic Counters, mid-century ghost bar stools and golden pineapple decorations. We followed up with a poolside party. Brynne: "The retro pool party was a blast – my client and I had giggled like school...

Mad Men is Dead - Long Live Mad Men!

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We are NOT revealing how our favorite series ended- but today the clock strikes: 01/01/0001 in Post Mad Men Time. And yes, we are feeling a little empty. But a look at the series' lasting impact is reassuring, the cultural influence enduring! Put Frank Sinatra on the turntable and read on! You know a TV series packs a cultural power punch when three 60ties musicals are revived on Broadway and cable and network TV scramble to create more series set in the era. Curvy women, stylish guys, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers and J. Crew will forever be thankful to costume designer Janie Bryant. Our industry reveled in 60ties themed parties. And we will continue to do so! After all, L.A. is home to everything mid-century modern. If Don's office or Manhattan penthouse is your dream - rent it! Our friends at FormDecor have the largest collection of authentic, iconic modern furnishings. Janet: "I have been very inspired by "Mad Men"...