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Inspirations [Hardcover]

Preston Bailey (Author), John Labbe (Contributor)

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Publication Date: November 2, 2006

Packed with gorgeous, full-page and double-spread photographs taken at ten different entertaining occasions, this oversized book presents Preston Bailey's floral creations in all their outrageous and beautiful glory. 150 color photos.

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About the Author

Preston Bailey is regularly covered in major media outlets like the New York Times, In Style, Martha Stewart Living, CBS's Early Show, and the Oprah Winfrey Show. He has headed Preston Bailey Set & Entertainment Design in New York City for over 23 years. Bailey has a quarterly column in Elle Decor magazine, and is a much sought-after guest speaker. He was recently inducted into the BizBash Event Style Hall of Fame.

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Hardcover: 192 pages
Publisher: Bulfinch (November 2, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0821258176
ISBN-13: 978-0821258170
Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 0.8 x 12.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,168 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #58 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Entertaining

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful!, January 19, 2007

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I loved this book. I've never seen such artistics arrangements. I'm a visual person so looking at the beautiful photos was far more rewarding than reading about flowers and centerpieces.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Inspiring, January 11, 2007

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I love this book. The themes and pictures are great. It's more for the higher end weddings

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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational book, March 11, 2007

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Great book, lovely pictures as always - very similar to all his other books, but a great coffee table book.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Inspirations by Preston Bailey
Typical Preston Bailey who has access to thousands of flowers. I find his designs are only eye catching because of the volume of plant material used. Read more

Published 12 days ago by hcdesigner

5.0 out of 5 stars PRESTON BAILEY'S DESIGNS
I totally Love Preston Bailey's Books and all his over the top arrangements. I did utilize the idea from one of his books
for an orchid arrangements for our 25th wedding... Read more

Published 2 months ago by Sandy L

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Party Book
As the cover says, this is a great book for party design inspiration. Preston Bailey does it again with his over the top party designs.

Published on March 1, 2009 by R. Briones

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
The photos are beautiful, but I didn't purchase it for the photos.
I purchased it to discover the use of mechanics to construct the beautiful florals. Read more

Published on August 4, 2008 by K. Hatton

2.0 out of 5 stars Too Over The Top!
Garish and over the top almost to the point of vulgarity. Not my taste I prefer cleaner lines and less ostentatiousness.

Published on June 29, 2008 by Karen

4.0 out of 5 stars Inspirations
Although I think this book is well done, I much preferred his other books.

Published on April 15, 2008 by P. Footer

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful pictures
I bought this book so I can find ideas for my wedding decoration, it has great and beautiful pictures, but obviously it's impossible to try to imitate Preston Bailey's ideas. Read more

Published on February 27, 2008 by Laura S.

5.0 out of 5 stars chic ideas
I'm an Interior Designer and this is a practical guide for clients visually. I'm not for copying works but inspiration to what we can do of endless possibilities.

Published on January 25, 2008 by Jose Luis O. Villanueva

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent book for creative even planning! highly recommended
Excellent book for planning a lavish event. I would also recommend two other books by Preston Bailey. Read more

Published on October 10, 2007 by Sofya Arami

3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
Beautiful Book, no doubt. Just wasn't exactly what I was looking for. Wanted more day to days ideas!

Published on September 23, 2007 by E. Tolson

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