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A solar soiree: The Shade Store and Kravet celebrate the eclipse
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A solar soiree: The Shade Store and Kravet celebrate the eclipse
Apr 8, 2024 | Dallas | Life Stories by Hoang
A solar soiree: The Shade Store and Kravet celebrate the eclipse

On April 8, the Dallas design community came together for a stellar solar soiree hosted by The Shade Store and Kravet. This exclusive gathering offered designers the unique opportunity to observe the rare solar eclipse from the rooftop of Dec on Dragon, where they enjoyed breathtaking panoramic views. Designers mingled, networked and soaked in the singular event. As the eclipse reached its peak, it left a lasting impression on all who were part of the extraordinary experience.

The celebration was inspired by the latest collection of Brunschwig & Fils wallpaper and fabrics—aptly dubbed Celeste—as well as the innovative solar shade solutions from The Shade Store.

“We were honored to share this once-in-a-lifetime moment with our partners at Kravet and local Dallas designers,” said Bethany Reynolds Enstice, area sales manager for The Shade Store. “Not only did we enjoy the pause from a busy Monday and have a little fun, but we had the privilege of gathering as a community and connecting on a human level—truly an experience we will never forget.”

“It was spectacular to share such an awe-inspiring event with our friends, clients and colleagues,” said Kelly Von Pond, vice president of sales, Southwest region, at Kravet. “Everyone was silent in amazement when the darkness of totality fell over the Dallas skyline and the clouds parted for a perfect view. We thank our Dallas design community for joining us for such a special occasion.”

An exclusive collection of prints, embroideries, weaves and wallcoverings, Celeste by Brunschwig & Fils evokes an ethereal allure that transforms living spaces into dreamscapes. The collection features toiles depicting the constellations of the zodiac as well as motifs found in Japanese decorative arts, complemented by glamorous textural weaves and luxurious dimensional velvets. To protect furniture, flooring and decor from fading, The Shade Store’s solar shade collection provides versatile options that soften natural light, reduce glare and block up to 99 percent of UV rays—the perfect combination of style and functionality.

Amelia Milton and Sarah Kate Bach got a first look (through protective glasses) at the eclipse
Amelia Milton and Sarah Kate Bach got a first look (through protective glasses) at the eclipse
Amelia Milton and Sarah Kate Bach got a first look (through protective glasses) at the eclipse
John Henry Ross, Kyle Knight, Kelly Von Pond and Shelby Morrissey
John Henry Ross, Kyle Knight, Kelly Von Pond and Shelby Morrissey
John Henry Ross, Kyle Knight, Kelly Von Pond and Shelby Morrissey
Attendees enjoyed light bites and cocktails while viewing the solar eclipse
Attendees enjoyed light bites and cocktails while viewing the solar eclipse
Attendees enjoyed light bites and cocktails while viewing the solar eclipse
Bethany Reynolds, Carrie Sexton, John Milburn, Amanda Livingston and Sean House
Bethany Reynolds, Carrie Sexton, John Milburn, Amanda Livingston and Sean House
Bethany Reynolds, Carrie Sexton, John Milburn, Amanda Livingston and Sean House
Kelly Von Pond, Tarin Wallace and Deion Rodriguez enjoyed the photo booth
Kelly Von Pond, Tarin Wallace and Deion Rodriguez enjoyed the photo booth
Kelly Von Pond, Tarin Wallace and Deion Rodriguez enjoyed the photo booth
The team from Kravet posing in front of a starry Celeste print fabricated as drapery by The Shade Store
The team from Kravet posing in front of a starry Celeste print fabricated as drapery by The Shade Store
The team from Kravet posing in front of a starry Celeste print fabricated as drapery by The Shade Store
Cate Chouamany, Olivia Gorham, Hannah Eslick, Kelsey Adams, Renee Hawkins, Katey Robinson and Addison Slaton
Cate Chouamany, Olivia Gorham, Hannah Eslick, Kelsey Adams, Renee Hawkins, Katey Robinson and Addison Slaton
Cate Chouamany, Olivia Gorham, Hannah Eslick, Kelsey Adams, Renee Hawkins, Katey Robinson and Addison Slaton
Kali Nev, Megan Casey, Kerri Vargas, Kendall Graham, Morgan Farrow, Rebekah Leal and Jen Poynor
Kali Nev, Megan Casey, Kerri Vargas, Kendall Graham, Morgan Farrow, Rebekah Leal and Jen Poynor
Kali Nev, Megan Casey, Kerri Vargas, Kendall Graham, Morgan Farrow, Rebekah Leal and Jen Poynor
Things are looking up for Margaret Ortego
Things are looking up for Margaret Ortego
Things are looking up for Margaret Ortego
Mary Beth Wagner, Melissa Hanson, Courtney Zelndzy and Emma Conlon
Mary Beth Wagner, Melissa Hanson, Courtney Zelndzy and Emma Conlon
Mary Beth Wagner, Melissa Hanson, Courtney Zelndzy and Emma Conlon
Attendees enjoyed the solar eclipse while networking with fellow designers
Attendees enjoyed the solar eclipse while networking with fellow designers
Attendees enjoyed the solar eclipse while networking with fellow designers
A coterie of Dallas-area designers enjoyed watching the eclipse together
A coterie of Dallas-area designers enjoyed watching the eclipse together
A coterie of Dallas-area designers enjoyed watching the eclipse together
Even the glittering Dallas skyline could not compete with the rare celestial event
Even the glittering Dallas skyline could not compete with the rare celestial event
Even the glittering Dallas skyline could not compete with the rare celestial event
Before the silhouette of the moon cast its shadow across the sun, Tarin Wallace, Adrian Wright and Shayne Morrissey checked out some stellar Kravet fabrics
Before the silhouette of the moon cast its shadow across the sun, Tarin Wallace, Adrian Wright and Shayne Morrissey checked out some stellar Kravet fabrics
Before the silhouette of the moon cast its shadow across the sun, Tarin Wallace, Adrian Wright and Shayne Morrissey checked out some stellar Kravet fabrics
The Stratus print from the Celeste collection by Brunschwig & Fils
The Stratus print from the Celeste collection by Brunschwig & Fils
The Stratus print from the Celeste collection by Brunschwig & Fils
From the rooftop of Dec on Dragon, guests observed the solar eclipse
From the rooftop of Dec on Dragon, guests observed the solar eclipse
From the rooftop of Dec on Dragon, guests observed the solar eclipse
Special glasses were given to all attendees to safely view the solar eclipse
Special glasses were given to all attendees to safely view the solar eclipse
Special glasses were given to all attendees to safely view the solar eclipse
Fabrics from the Brunschwig & Fils Celeste collection were on display
Fabrics from the Brunschwig & Fils Celeste collection were on display
Fabrics from the Brunschwig & Fils Celeste collection were on display
Guests took home a gift bag after the event
Guests took home a gift bag after the event
Guests took home a gift bag after the event