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Lyndsey Hamilton is an event designer and, naturally, owner of Lyndsey Hamilton Events, which has been featured in glossies like New York Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Bazaar, Marie Claire, Elle, and The Knot. With extensive experience creating memorable events that combine her brand of innovative design—like a bride’s bouquet of spring green— with her client’s personal vision—getting hitched in a classical cathedral— Lyndsey and her team know how to party. ThisNext played Q&A with Lyndsey to find out how to create the perfect mood for an event, and what tiny touches will make your next holiday party perfect.

TN: What’s something that will perk up any event, any season?
LH: Great lighting to reflect the mood of the event.

TN: What do you suggest for clients planning a big party during the holiday season?
LH: Come up with a fun, different theme. “Holidays in Havana” or “Christmas in Cuba.” Go retro with signature cocktails, specialty or regional food and salsa music. We have all been to a dozen holiday parties that are all the same.

TN: What’s your favorite product to use for a holiday party?
LH: Vintage postcard invitations.

TN: Biggest response a design of yours has received from consumers?
LH: We are as much about production as design. But, we did an amazing safari-themed event that everyone thought was fabulous.

TN: The product that’s had the biggest influence on your design?
LH: Great fabric with vintage-inspired prints.

TN: If you were a product, you’d be a ________.
LH: Handbag.

TN: Your favorite product discovery in the last six months… Or something that inspired you?
LH: All things Korres and La Labo Fragrance.

TN: Most prized possession?
LH: My engagement ring.

TN: A product love secret you’re too embarrassed to share?
LH: I love products so I’d happily share all my secrets.

TN: Name an item under your bed?
LH: We have drawers under our bed.

TN: Something in your closet that is not apparel, shoes, bags, etc.?
LH: Nothing. I am very organized!

TN: Fav trend for fall?
LH: Tall, knee-high boots.

TN: Least fav trend for fall?
LH: Red lipstick.

TN: Can’t leave home without my______?
LH: Benefit mascara and Stilla lip gloss.

TN: City or suburbs?
LH: City.

TN: Loft or the perfect house with the white picket fence?
LH: I live in a loft.

TN: Flip-flops or sneakers?
LH: Flip-flops! Of course.

TN: Coffee or tea?
LH: Espresso. So coffee.