Incorporating mirrors and other reflective surfaces can bring a sophisticated, modern, and often surprising element to your event décor. But don't just take our word for it. Scroll down to see some of the coolest mirror uses we spotted at events.
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At the third ComplexCon in November 2018, Cadillac unveiled its new XT4 vehicle in collaboration with rapper Nas. The car was displayed in an eye-catching booth designed by Hfour, complete with his LED screen below and a reflective inflatable bubble above. (The bubbles doubled as fun selfie opportunities.) Founded by Pharrell Williams and artist Takashi Murakami, this music, art, and fashion-focused event is held annually in Long Beach, California. .
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Toronto's Monogram Dinner by Design Presented by Caesarstone was held in January 2016 and featured interactive dining installations from 12 architecture and interior design firms. Each designer was given free rein for their own installation. The only instruction is to seat up to his 10 guests in each dining area. The design agency built a whimsical environment filled with neon and mirrors. According to a company representative, the purpose of the installation is to allow customers to “experience different angles of each other.”Read more: 12 new design ideas for sit-down dinners
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At the 8th International Business Conference C2 Montreal, a space called the “Alter Ego” lab challenged attendees to break away from their own perceptions with the aim of making bolder decisions. The three-step experience took place in a mirrored, infinity-like space. Participants were invited to connect with their alter ego, develop a character identity by drawing on a mirror, and finally embody their new alter ego.See more: 16 creative highlights of the revamped C2 Montreal
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For a wedding in St. Barths, renowned designer Colin Cowie created a design that gradually drifted toward the horizon, with the aim of fooling perspective and making guests feel like they were stepping into the ocean. I created a series of shrinking reflective arches. Mirrored surfaces were also used on the chuppah to reflect the beach and surrounding scenery, and transparent chairs were chosen to keep the ceremony open, airy, and bright.
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In May 2017 in New York, Sony Electronics partnered with Tokyo-based artist Kaz Shirane to celebrate the launch of the A1E Bravia OLED TV with a unique audiovisual art exhibit. The concept of the installation was to redefine the boundaries of light, sound and space, so Shirane designed a site-specific tunnel with reflective geometric panels that projected the spectrum of light. Sony provided Shirane with his six televisions, which broadcast original color-changing videos and images of the galaxy, contributing to a visually abstract experience.Read more: Sony launches new TV with interactive art installation
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At the end of New York Fashion Week 2021, Dior Beauty announced the Millefiori Garden Pop-Up, a retail activity celebrating the new Miss Dior Eau de Parfum. The five-day experience featured a beauty station for shopping, a Miss Dior cafe serving branded lattes, and more. Bicoastal's experiential marketing company AGENC worked closely with the fashion house to design a sensory experience that included a custom-designed structure that mimicked the shape of a Miss Dior bottle. Renowned floral designer Lewis Miller helped create an endless flower garden mirror room within the space.See more: See inside the Dior Beauty pop-up that went viral during NYFW
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At the SAG Awards afterparty held in Los Angeles in January 2018, a nightclub-inspired space was created with the theme of “reflection.” Event His Eleven designer Tony Schubert covered the space in reflective surfaces, creating a prism of dramatic, colorful lighting throughout the space. The theme extended to a photo booth inspired by Yayoi Kusama's 'Infinity Mirrors' exhibition at the Broad Museum, with guests entering the afterparty through a tunnel of mirrors (pictured). In addition to evoking a sleek, modern and technological feel, Schubert said the theme serves as a nod to the introspection the entertainment industry was facing in the wake of widespread sexual assault allegations in 2018. he told EW.com. SAG Awards nightclub-inspired afterparty
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The 6th annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic in Los Angeles in October 2015 added an elegant new Rose Garden, and $400 tickets have long sold out. In addition to lush floral displays, green walls, bold chandeliers, and shaded seating, mirrors in luxurious gold frames gave the gallery walls a unique look.See more: What luxury spaces look like at sporting events
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American Ballet Theater's latest gala was held in New York in October 2021. The seated gala featured a variety of eclectic textiles, as well as tables arranged in a zigzag format. It was a fitting choice for the event's world premiere of Jessica Lange's ZigZag. For added visual interest, guests sat beneath an oversized mirrored globe. Buckley Hall Events handled the event management and her girlfriend Keiko Ellis from Cloud Catering & Events handled the decorations.
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At Diffa Dining by Design New York in March 2016, Artelios' tablescape was inspired by the lost city of Atlantis. It featured agate-like wallpaper that mimicked rolling waves, plush velvet benches, gold accents, and a variety of circular mirrors and other reflective surfaces. The annual fundraiser features top designers, brands and local talent showcasing their creative and original work. Proceeds from the event will be donated to AIDS research and education.Read more: 26 ways to refresh your sit-down dinner
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