The"2008 World Experience DPA Gift Lounge" took place at the Peninsula Hotel, where stars and honorees were invited to indulge in the Gardenia and Magnolia suites where they were introduced to fabulous products, designers and getaways.
Although the suite was crowded and a bit choatic, celebs were still able to enjoy the suite and the lovely offereings from the vendors that came to honer and gift the attendees.
Millie’s Cheesecakes were available to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. These scrumptious taste treats are based on a family recipe and come in a variety of flavors and crusts including banana, sweet potato, caramel and pineapple. Labeled as "the greatest cheesecakes on Earth," Millie herself was in attendance to pass out her sweet temptations that were not only delectable, but sugar free!
After indulging in one’s sweet tooth, biotene was on hand to pass out gift bags full of oral care products. Focusing on those with dry mouth (which would have been perfect for the Golden Globe nominees, were they given the opportunity to make acceptance speeches this year), biotene is the number one recommended treatment for this condition which affects more than 80% of adults. Included in biotene’s oral care kits were mouthwash, dry mouth moisturizing, toothpaste, dry mouth gum, and even First Teeth toothpaste for babies.
To assist the stars in looking and feeling their best, Sphatika handed out makeup bags filled with travel sized facial toner, Citrus Crystal Mist, cleansing cream, Vitamin A Night Cream, Citrus Toner, moisturizer, and exfoliating cream. Offering the highest quality of pure, natural, chemical-free botanical products, Sphatika products are rich with nature’s own nourishing antioxidants, oxygenating ingredients and uplifting essential oils. A Beauty Fragrance Entrepreneur for Fashion Group International Rising Star Award finalist, Sphatika also handed out their very own Golden Globes in the form of quartz crystal balls wrapped in gold foil.
After receiving the products necessary for beautiful skin, it was on to Leonor Greyl to take care of the hair. Made with delicate aromas and plant extracts, Leonor Greyl gave out products to each guest based on their hair type to ensure more brilliant, glamorous and beautiful locks. Using natural ingredients and vitamins in their shampoos, this hair care line also offers products specifically designed for those with dandruff, dry hair and long hair. Leonor Greyl received the prestigious Prize of Excellence by Marie Claire in 1999, as well as the Prize of Consumers and the Cosmetic News Oscar given by the professionals in the same year.
Living up to her reputation for extravagant suites, Natalie Dubois also offered selected guests two amazing trips. Bora Ubora will send the DPA selected guests first to the Radisson Plaza Resort & Spa Kumarakom in India, and will offer 5 and 7 Nights Packages, along with Aryurvedic Spa treatments. Located in Nairobi, Kenya, Bora Ubora, in collaboration with Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa, will also offer 5 and 7 nights packages. In addition, Heritage hotels will provide its guests with the high-quality safari products and personal services for which East Africa is renowned, by offering 2 nights at Samburu Intrepids and two nights at Mara Explorer, their flagship tented camp in the heart of world renowned Maasai Mara.
Another highlight of the suite was the launch of couture designer Georges Obeika Atelier from Lebanon. With evening gowns valued up to $60,000, Georges Obeika also displayed specially created clutches and men’s tuxedo shirts at the event.
Other lavish items at the "2008 World Experience DPA Gift Lounge" included gifts from Energetix, Henderson Designs, Marchon Eyewear, Pucci sunglasses, Fendi sunglasses, Scandihoovians, Lomography, Xtreme Lashes, Soaptopia, Cellnique, lucy b, The Wellbox, Bips and Burp, Modern Me Baby, Fifibear’s Brasserie Frozen Organic Baby, Soma, The Chopra Center, LMG Studio, STUDIO at Fred Segal, Indian books, Burray Olson tee shirts, Deepak Chopra, Tito Vodka, and Expressive Fortune Cookies.
