• 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: Food, Sweets and Treats

So You Are Engaged! Now What?

Congrats Ladies! I know a lot of you were presented with that pretty little box over the holidays and still can’t stop smiling. So what now? Well if you want the luxury of time and a calender that does not look like this bride’s calendar, call a professional wedding planner stat: And, if you happen...

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Inspired by: A Cranberry Amaretto Kiss

‘Tis the season and this Cranberry Amaretto Kiss has just made the cut for our holiday party. 1/4 cup organic whole cane sugar or sucanat 2 cups unsweetened cranberry juice 1 cup vodka 1/2 cup amaretto 1/2 cup fresh orange juice Whisk whole cane sugar and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium...

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Inspired by: Candy

Yes folks. I am inspired by Candy. Both the food and the song. “Strawberry! Rasberry! All those good things!” Who doesn’t get down when they hear this classic Cameo song? And who is not blissfully happy at an event with an Amy Atlas dessert bar? It’s like candy, ohhhhhhhh .

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Lobster

They eat this stuff for breakfast in Belize. That made me happy. Would you serve lobster at your wedding? What wine would you recommend pairing it with? Photo via Eat A Duck I Must.

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Ask the Expert: Branding Your Wedding

We sat down with Lola Thelin of Weddings Illustrated to share our insight on creating a memorable event. If you haven’t already, you must pick up a copy of this magazine! Count on Nat to help you PLAN IT RIGHT.

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