“I wanted to mimic the fluid motions of a conductor’s baton,” says Sherman Oaks planner Kristeen LaBrot of her vintage French horn overflowing with a colorful burst of coral and blush peonies, ranunculus, veronica spray roses and dahlias, with the earthy additions of basil, scabiosa and scabiosa pods. She was inspired by her husband’s love of music, so she went to work creating a centerpiece that felt akin to a floral symphony. But she’s quick to point out that a unique centerpiece can come from anyplace. “Almost anything can be upcycled,” explains LaBrot. “It’s amazing what a coat of spray paint will do for inexpensive items from thrift stores or junk in your garage.”
CHAIRS, CHARGERS, FLATWARE: Classic Party Rentals FLOWERS: Primary Petals FRENCH HORN: Tess Home, Etsy LINEN AND CHAIR CAPS: New York in nude, La Tavola NAPKINS: Dupionique Iridescence Collection, La Tavola PAPER DESIGN: Copper Willow Paper Studio PLATES AND GLASSWARE: Ballet Ribbon in Slipper by Waterford