• 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

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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Avocados

Alas my avocado tree has born its last fruit of the season. She did not pop out as many as she usually does, but it was still a respectable showing. Question. What do I do with this last delicious fruit? The latest trend in beauty products is to use natural ingredients to reap the benefits...

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Luxe Fête Featured in Brides Florida Magazine! [Welcome Basket Ideas]

Luxe Fête Event Planning and Design Studio is featured in Brides Florida Magazine Fall/Winter 2010! This is so exciting because many Florida Brides turn to this great magazine for inspiration. We are happy to be in such great company. They asked us to share our favorite Welcome Basket items. Here is what we said: To...

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I am a Smooth Operator – When it Comes to Wine that is

A couple of weeks ago I told you about my friend and sommelier extraordinaire, Dinkinish O’Connor. I also told you how little I know about the luxe drink of all drinks: wine. Dinky’s approach to getting gals like me to warm up to wine is awesome. What she calls her “Rock Star Wine Tastings,” basically...

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Meet Dinkinish O’Connor of Purple Reign Wine

Red Wine? White Wine? Kool-Aid? Um, yeah – pass the Kool-Aid please.  I know zilch about wine, except I wish they would add some sugar to it. Of late, a lot of my brides, especially my west coast and international gals, have been importing wine for their special day. Figured I better learn pretty soon....

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