The inaugural WIPA Southeast Florida Gala 2024 brought a new level of luxury, glamour, and creative excellence to the iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach—and Different Look Rentals was honored to provide a full suite of curated tabletop pieces for this unforgettable evening. Designed in a striking palette of pink, black, and high-glam metallics, the Gala served as a showcase of world-class event talent and collaborative artistry across South Florida’s event industry.
Hosted by none other than Colin Cowie and brought to life through a dream-team partnership including Petal Productions, BBJ Tavola, CBK Events, and The Lounge Design Miami, the event exuded sophistication from the moment guests arrived. Every detail—lighting, florals, linens, performances, and, of course, tabletop—combined to create a fully immersive, glamorous celebration.
A Vision in Pink, Black & Glamour
From shimmering textures to elevated floral design and dramatic lighting, the Gala embraced a bold color story of fuchsia, blush, black, and reflective gold. This modern yet opulent palette set the perfect foundation for the tabletop experience provided by Different Look Rentals.
Photographed by Imagery by Jules and enhanced by electrifying entertainment from the Jordan Kahn Orchestra, the night was a seamless fusion of visual artistry and immersive performance.
Our Featured Tabletop Collections
To complement the glamorous design direction, Different Look Rentals curated a combination of modern, textural, and high-shine pieces, including:
- Milano Marble China Collection – refined marbled patterning that adds depth and elegance
- Manhattan Black China Collection – sleek, modern, and dramatic for high-contrast styling
- Casablanca China Collection – intricate detailing with a luxe, global-inspired aesthetic
- Perla China Collection – soft, pearlescent beauty for layered sophistication
- Annabelle Smoke Glassware Collection – moody, modern silhouettes perfect for the black-tie palette
- Timeless Black Glassware Collection – contemporary detailing with an elevated edge
- Madison Flatware Collection – a polished metallic finish for a modern-classic feel
- Cristal Flatware Collection – textural shine that elevates each place setting
- Troy Gold Flatware Collection – a warm gilded accent that complements the Gala’s glamorous undertones
These curated combinations allowed for layered styling with rich contrast—perfectly reflecting the evening’s enchanting blend of modern luxury and vibrant glamour.
A Celebration of Collaboration in the Southeast Florida Event Community
As a proud WIPA partner, Different Look Rentals was delighted to support an event that champions excellence and innovation in our region’s event industry. The 2024 Gala highlighted the power of collaboration—uniting designers, producers, florists, caterers, entertainers, and venues in a single breathtaking celebration.
The result was a night that not only honored the artistry of our local industry, but also set the tone for a bright and inspiring year ahead.
Thank You to the Creative Partners
Host Venue: Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Host: Colin Cowie
Florals & Design: Petal Productions
Linens: BBJ Tavola
Draping & Production Support: CBK Events
Lounge Furniture: The Lounge Design Miami
Photography: Imagery by Jules
Entertainment: Jordan Kahn Orchestra
Tabletop Rentals: Different Look Rentals
Continuing to Elevate South Florida’s Most Iconic Events
Different Look Rentals is proud to support the region’s most influential celebrations with curated tabletop collections that elevate every design vision. We look forward to partnering with even more planners, designers, and venues throughout the year as the WIPA Southeast Florida community continues to grow.
