Best Night Ever: Time Warner Cable Party

Last week, I had the pleasure of planning one of the best events ever - seriously, people did say that!

Time Warner Cable sponsored the event at a home in the Ward Parkway District. I had the privilege of managing the event, with Moxi Events by my side dreaming up and coordinating all of the amazing details.

The party was for the patrons of the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art's annual gala, which Mark and I are attending this Saturday night!

Dan Meiners is responsible for the amazing furniture and florals and even attended the party himself.

Time Warner Cable was able to show off its advanced technology and Signature Home products.

Even 3D with George Brett!

It was a chilly evening, but our tent, heaters and fire pits did the trick. I think everyone had a great time!

We also had the coolest entertainment - garden nymph dancers/acrobats at the beginning ...

 

 

 

And then Phat Strad, an international cast of classically trained beautiful girls playing futuristic electronic instruments with an  industrial strength club groove. So, so cool!

 

 

Everyone LOVED Phat Strad, as well as the yummy signature cocktails from Manifesto with our logo ...

My favorite part of the night, however, was meeting and actually spending time (hours!) with designers Jonathan Adler and Genevieve Gorder!

I had to post that last one again, as it was taken with Genevieve's phone and posted by her personally to Twitter ... plus I'm right next to her! Dream come true!

The entire night was so magical - thanks Time Warner Cable for letting me be a part of it!


- Kara

Pinch Me

I. AM. SO. EXCITED! Tomorrow, I'm meeting two of my favorite interior designers and (in my eyes) drool-worthy celebs - Jonathan Adler and Genevieve Gorder!

They are coming to Kansas City for a patrons party sponsored by Time Warner Cable (my client) and benefiting Kansas City's Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art ... and I'll be with them for several hours. Pinch me!

So, in case you need a refresher:

 

Iconic potter, designer, author, and personality, Jonathan Adler is dedicated to bringing style,
craft and joy to your home.Adler launched his first ceramic collection in 1994 at Barneys New York. Five years later he expanded into home furnishings, opening his first namesake boutique in Manhattan. Jonathan Adler now has over 20 stores worldwide, a thriving e-commerce site, and
a wholesale business boasting more than 1,000 locations globally.

HGTV Design Star judge Genevieve Gorder’s unmistakable style and enthusiasm have made her one of America's favorite interior designers. Finding inspiration and beauty in everyday life, Genevieve applies her soulful and whimsical style to transform the interiors of homes around the world and on her HGTV series, Dear Genevieve.

In addition to their obvious stardom, my reasons for loving both of these designers are somewhat personal.

I absolutely love all of Jonathan Adler's furniture and accessories - walking into one of his stores is a true visual treat! Unfortunately, I don't have a huge decorating budget, so I currently own one plate and one bowl - both in a beautiful blue and white Greek key design. In fact, I made it a goal a few years ago on my 30th birthday when I made my first true Jonathan Adler purchase to buy at least one item at every store I visit. So now I've been to stores in Chicago and Minneapolis ... it's a slow process : )

Now on to Genevieve. Many of you may know, I've received many celeb look-alike comparisons over the years. The most unfortunate is Barbara Streisand. Need I say more? The most positive ... Jennifer Aniston - I swear my friend Anne is smoking crack. But the most believable (at least to me) is Genevieve. Ever since I graduated from college in 2002, I've received one or two "You look like Genevieve" comments a year. These I welcome with open arms! I love Genevieve, and I think she's gorgeous! I've been watching her since her "Trading Spaces" days and was so happy when she showed up on HGTV several years ago.

So now you know why I'm so thrilled to be meeting both Jonathan and Genevieve (yes, we're on a first names basis now!) I'll be sure to post pics after Thursday night's event.

Now on to figuring out what I'm going to wear!!


- Kara