FROM FANTASY TO FÊTE: MASQUERADE DINNER

Camille Styles here, with this week's party fantasy in onyx and white. I couldn't let Halloween pass us by without squeezing in one spooky-themed soirée...

Our inspiration board is chic and simple in a strict palette of black and white. This Halloween fête is more sophisticated than creepy…a masquerade ball, perhaps? Goth-romantic invitations, dark hors d’oeuvres and an onyx ball gown are perfectly fitting for such an occasion.
 
The strength of this table design comes from the black-on-black styling...illuminated by candlelight, a full moon and that fabulous seventies disco ball. A lacy tablecloth, gothic chandeliers and moss creeping across the entire table completes the mood.
 
Ask guests to come wearing masks to add to the sense of mystery...and it doesn't hurt that these glittery, lacy masks are pretty chic accessories, if you ask me!

Since Halloween is really all about candy, I'd incorporate plenty of sweets into the evening. These figs and candied fruit are perfect for dipping into a pot of warm fondue. And my gooey, melty brownie pudding would make an excellent grand finale.

It all looks pretty magical, no? Hope you all have a ghoulishly glam Halloween, and see you back here in November for some major Thanksgiving party inspiration!

*images: {row 1} black wedding gown, bouquet, cupcakes {row 2} candlesticks, cheese plate {row 3} spiderweb, place setting, stationery {row 4} stationery, feathers, candy, ballroom.

22 comments:

  1. That black gown at the top is phenomenal. It looks like the one Helen wore in Bridesmaids.

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  2. That black dress is stunning. I knew it had to be Vera Wang. I love the sophisticated masquerade-ball feel of the table design. Beautiful!

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  3. this is a great collection!
    camilla

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  4. looks like it could be the scene of carine roitfeld's vampires ball!!!! i love it!!

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  5. Such a beautiful AND spooky event - perfection :)

    xo
    Melissa

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  6. This is just delightful!!

    xo

    www.PlumPrettySugar.blogspot.com

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  7. gorgeous post!
    I love the image with the wine carafe. Styled perfectly for the themed party. off to check the links for other loveliness.
    xx
    callie

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  8. The table setup is unreal, I love it!!

    Grace

    http://herumbrella.com

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  9. Camille I love those soiree images! The moss and dead branches mixes with lace, pearls and crystals is gorgeous! And I just want to bite into those Turkish Delights… Mmmm.

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  10. How magical! And that dress in the first photograph is beyond amazing. Oooh!

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  11. A party like this would be so magical and one i would love to throw!
    xox
    amanda


    www.lovenycstyle.com

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  12. what a great idea - I love it for New Year's eve as well. Linking to this today on our blog :-)

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  13. So beautiful! Love the idea and execution. Such a great idea for a chic Halloween party.

    www.fashionablylateblog.com

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  14. lynne hampshire28.10.11

    LOVE the black ball gown.

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  15. Definitely more elegant than creepy! Really nice post ...

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  16. We always wanted to host a fabulous theme dinner party...this is so inspiring! Love the black and white combination.

    <3 Blonde Vivant

    www.blondevivant.com

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  17. This is so over the top magical! I want that black gown!!!

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  18. I'm so thrilled that you ladies enjoyed!! Once I spotted those soirée images, I knew that this week's subject had to be masquerade, all the way. Hope you all have a glam little Halloween! xoxo

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  19. this is absolutely gorgeous, nice work!

    www.dimplesandcharm.com

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  20. Great blog and pics:)
    www.thebrunetteworld.com
    xxx

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  21. That's a lot of black and crystal!

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