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Inspirations (Hardcover)

by Preston Bailey (Author), John Labbe (Contributor)
4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Product Description
INSPIRATIONS is a lush sourcebook of ideas for creating the perfect ambiance for any major party or event. INSPIRATIONS is packed with gorgeous photographs of 10 such parties. Ranging from modern to romantic, and the majority of arrangements pictured have never before been seen. The chapters will focus on Bailey's inspirational elements derived from art, travel, nature, and more.

Preston Bailey has established himself as the floral designer for celebrities and the affluent alike, and he continues to set the bar for event design. Over the past year, some of his clients have included Donald and Melania Trump, Regis Philbin, and Oprah Winfrey.

About the Author
Preston Bailey has headed Preston Bailey Set & Entertainment Design in New York City for more than 23 years. He is the author of Preston Bailey's Fantasy Weddings and Preston Bailey's Design for Entertaining.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Bulfinch (November 2, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0821258176
  • ISBN-13: 978-0821258170
  • Product Dimensions: 12.1 x 9.4 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #20,271 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful!, January 19, 2007
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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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Inspiring, January 11, 2007
I love this book. The themes and pictures are great. It's more for the higher end weddings
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational book, March 11, 2007
By Thuy Nguyen (Plano, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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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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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 4 months ago 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 11 months ago 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 12 months ago by Karen

4.0 out of 5 stars Inspirations
Although I think this book is well done, I much preferred his other books.
Published 15 months ago 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 16 months ago 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 17 months ago 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 21 months ago 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 21 months ago by E. Tolson

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous Photography
This is a beautiful book for the coffee table! Page after page of incredible eye candy! While most of us could NEVER duplicate these awesome fetes of floral design, it is great... Read more
Published on January 14, 2007 by Sand Dollar

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