• 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: Luxe Spots

As Time Goes By – The Wedding Proposal

I get a call from a clearly handsome man from Mexico City, “I’m proposing in a few days to the most wonderful woman. I need your help.” Love stories are the sweetest and theirs is no exception. He did everything to make sure she knew how much he cared. Exhibits A, B, C and D...

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St. Regis Bal Harbour Sneak Peek

Eureka! I found a ballroom lined with geometric beveled mirrors, high ceilings and beautiful grey tones. I get so many calls from corporate clients and brides alike who want a space that is “not a ballroom” (usually those exact words.) The Astor Ballroom at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is not your grandmother’s ballroom,...

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A Wedding Ceremony in Fortress

Ghost Hunters recently flew to the beautiful island of Puerto Rico to investigate the iconic San Cristóbal Castle. It is an eerily beautiful fortress perched on a hill overlooking the Ocean with walls that speak of secrets I can not share. Boo! And Happy Halloween. Here is a rendering of a client’s wedding ceremony held inside...

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Petra Ecclestone’s $5 Million Wedding

Reviewing clips from Formula One Heiress Petra Ecclestone’s $5 Million to $7 Million wedding: Petra’s Custom Vera Wang gown cost $130,000.00. Her venue fee (the famed Castello Orsini-Odescalchi in Rome) cost $500,000.00 and her entertainment included the Royal Philharmonic, Andrea Bocelli, Eric Clapton and the Black Eyed Peas. Wowza.   via Shine from Yahoo.

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Inspired by Tuscany

I’m not a road trip kind of girl but I’ll drive through the hills of Tuscany again anytime.    

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