Coffee Bluff Pictures kicked off the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Versailles 73 the historic fashion showdown in Paris at the Palace of Versailles in November 1973. The Museum of Fine Arts Boston's Theo Tyson the Penny Vinik Curator of Fashion Arts, and Neiman Marcus Boston hosted "A Seat at the Tableau" honoring Boston's own supermodel Alva China. Ms. Chinn one of fashion designer Halston's Halstonettes was honored for her contributions to fashion history and her role in the epic runway event at Versailles. After the soiree Ms Chinn and Deborah Riley Draper, writer and director of the documentary film Versailles 73: American Runway Revolution engaged the invitation only audience in conversation and a Q&A.
Guest were enthusiastic and wanted to know all about the backstage shenanigans of that celebrated and ground breaking event. From behind the scenes secrets of the famous event and The Who's Who guest list of attendees the two women shared the story of representation, breaking barriers and inspiring generations of other young women to achieve their dreams no matter what and who tries to deter you.
Neiman Marcus provided guest with an elaborate catered tableau of tasty finger foods and edibles. The event location is next door to the store and was acquired by Neiman and an event space. The esthetics were amazing with beautiful flower arrangements and other decor that was a vision for the senses. It was a glorious afternoon and the small guest list of invitees were smartly dressed and looked every bit fashionistas who definitely would enjoy a 'Seat at the Tableau".
I attended the premiere screening of Ms Drapers documentary film at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2012 and met Deborah at that time and have we become forever friends and she dubbed me as her "Fairy Film Godmother."
If you haven't seen this amazing documentary you can purchase or watch the the film on Amazon Prime. https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B071HF9QZ8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r
Stay tuned as Ms. Draper has many more captivating films in store for you telling the rich history and stories of African Americans that heretofore have been left unheralded.
Alvah Chinn
Deborah Riley Draper
Deborah Riley Draper and Alvah Chinn during the Q&A
Theo Tyson
Alvah Chinn
Guests at a Seat at the Tableau
Gift bag with a copy of Versailles 73: American Runway Revolution DVD
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