• Welcome to the blog of Luxe Fête Event Planning and Design Studio. My name is Nathalie Cadet-James and I am an event planner and designer. This blog is a place where you can connect with me, check out my latest projects and designs, and hopefully be inspired to create your dream wedding or event. I love designing and planning magical events. Before channeling my creative energy into this field, I was an attorney at top law firms and clerked for a Federal Judge. It did not take long to realize I’d rather be telling stories by transforming spaces and creating beautiful atmospheres. I am fortunate to be considered an "industry innovator" and “event guru” because of my unique and fresh design approach. You can find our work featured in many of today’s premier design and bridal publications. I proudly call the Magic City of Miami my home as well as my inspiration. The Miami of today offers far more than just sun and fun. Miami is truly a world class destination, rich with history, culture, food, music and philanthropy. I am honored to serve on the Executive Committee of Friends of the New World Symphony and the Overtown Music Project. Thanks for stopping by, I'd love to hear from you! And yes, we happily travel anywhere in the world. - Nat

Author Archives: Nathalie Cadet-James

Art Basel is Back!

Art Basel is Back! Two words. Woot. Woot. [and I'll check you later]. [From last year] Brian James and Nathalie Cadet-James admire a Mickalene Thomas piece at Susanne Vielmetter from Culver City at Art Basel Vernissage on Wednesday, December 1, at Art Basel 2010 week in Miami.  Photograph by Casey Kelbaugh for The New York...

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I’m on the Radio Ya’ll!

This morning I had the honor of being a guest on the legendary Jill Tracey’s Love Life & The 411 Show on Hot 105. I shared some of my secret tips for throwing a fabulous holiday party. We also dished on some other fun stuff (she’s got the scoop on EVERYTHING). Listen below. Tell me...

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Meeting Diane von Furstenberg

I met Diane von Furstenberg over the weekend and my cheeks still hurt from smiling so much. She was in town for the launch of her seductive fragrance, Diane – a truly sophisticated and beautiful scent appropriately named. During a private cocktail reception, she looked at me, smiled, gave me a hug and told me,...

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Must See Father Daughter Dance

This is a super cute father and daughter dance. It reminds me of how happy my father was during our special moment. At one point my dad did some sort of impromptu dance split. We danced to the song I was named after, Nathalie by Gilbert Bécaud, one of his favorites. I miss him so much...

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Inspired by Clayton Austin

Not much to say about this couple’s portrait except, “Wow.” This is brilliant Clayton. Photo by Clayton Austin.

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