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by Preston Bailey (Author), Roger Dong (Illustrator), Kirk Kirkbride (Illustrator) "What is the overall impression you'd like to convey to your guests? ..." (more)
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  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Bulfinch Press,U.S.; 1 edition (4 Sep 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0821227653
  • ISBN-13: 978-0821227657
  • Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 23.9 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 162,981 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Preston Bailey's DESIGN FOR ENTERTAINING is a sourcebook of inspiration and ideas for envisioning and creating the perfect ambiance for any major party or event. In an engaging, clearly written text peppered with examples and tips, Bailey guides the reader through the process of planning a party with his 'total decor concept' that brings all the elements of a party together to create a singular environment. Beginning with large decisions such as picking the theme, creating the mood and transforming the space to fit the vision for the event, it moves on to the details - flowers, lighting, table settings - that help promote the theme or enhance a mood. Throughout the book are fill-colour photos of events - including Melissa Rivers' wedding and the launch party for Oprah's 'O' Magazine - that put this approach into action. Bailey's background is in floral design and many of his most dramatic arrangements are featured on these pages. Alongside these magnifdicent creations there are tips on how to adapt the same principles to a more intimate scale or lower budget. Above all Bailey encourages anyone planning a party to allow their creativity to blossom and have fun while designing their dream event.


About the Author

Born in Panama, Preston Bailey came to New York in the early 1970s. After working as a model and as a retail clothing proprietor he began his career as a floral designer. His eye for the dramatic and attention to detail have made him a favourite among ce,ebrities and arbiters of taste.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Fabulously floral..., 26 Jun 2008
This book is visually stunning and beautifully inspiring.
As an event coordinator I often turn to this book as a starting point for a style or design.

If you're looking for something to copy, perhaps for your own wedding or event then this is probably not the book for you; Prestons designs encorporate hundreds of the most high-quality and expensive blooms (3ft rose elephant sculpture anyone?), however if you're simply looking for some inspiration and visual seduction then you've found the right man!

Preston Bailey's designs are the stuff flower-filled dreams are made of.
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