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Elegant draping and lighting underscore the theme of "mystery" at the entrance to the ballroom at the
Westin Seattle.
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A six-month planning period coordinated the seven vendors who participated in the event. Here, an overview of the dramatic red decor.
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The 89 guest tables for the more than 850 guests feature one of six different table designs.
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More than 800 feet of red beaded drape lines the perimeter of the ballroom.
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A red rose provides an elegant accent to a black chiavari.
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The event team keys on the color red, but in a rich mix of tones--crimson, scarlet, ruby, burgundy, maroon and more--to add depth.
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The design was developed to create a mood that was "elegant, chic and timeless," the event team says, suited to the sophisticated donor guests.
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To make the most of the decor budget, the event team used floral strategically, placing floral centerpieces only on some tables.
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The event's decor scheme called for 1,250 orchid stems, 500 roses and a "plethora" of additional flowers.
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Note the sashes woven in the chiavari chairbacks at left.
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The dining room features a mix of round, square and rectangular tables.
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A long view of the dining room.
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Riser seating covers more than 2,000 square feet.
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To save money, the event design team relied on existing pieces from local vendors and rental pieces; no custom pieces were commissioned.
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A centerpiece detail.
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A red rose provides a dramatic accent to this favor bag.
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Celebrity auctioneer John Curley gets into the "mystery" theme with a mask and red rose.
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