• 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

Category Archives: Ask the Expert

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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Trust Me People – The Monokini

Remember the monokini I told you to make sure to pack for you honeymoon a couple of months ago? Well lookey here. It’s on the cover of Maxim’s October issue. I am always looking out for you ladies. Trust me.

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Miami Chic Can Accessorize + My Black Lace Tights

I knew I should have bought more than one pair of those black lace tights when I was in Italy. They were only 7 Euros and came in so many different colors and patterns.  Miami Chic, authored by Miami Herald’s Fashion Columnist, Annie Vazquez, chronicles the latest fashion trends and styles in Miami and Miami...

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Paying Tribute to A Loved One at a Wedding

Yesterday’s tribute to those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, was deeply moving. One of the young readers who lost her father during the attacks spoke of the moments she wished he would be able to witness. Her wedding was one of them. A beautiful way to honor and pay tribute to a loved...

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Lesson from Irene: Event Insurance

I can only imagine the amount of money lost in weddings over the weekend due to Hurricane Irene. Lesson: pay the couple hundred in insurance to protect your couple thousands in investment.

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