A Perfect Event: A Perfect Event: Inspired, Easy Elegance for Every Occasionâgrocery to gorgeous recipes, stylist secrets, and affordable DIYs. - Softcover

Debi Lilly's effortless understanding of style and elegance affords her clients complete confidence in the final product she will help them achieve. Creativity, beauty and ingenuity abound with all Debi touches. She is a true gem! -- Kimberly Burt, Dom Perignon -- Kimberly Burt, Dom Perignon

For several years, Debi has designed our parties and events, and my expectations are consistently exceeded. I have never worked with a more talented, more dedicated, and more creative team than Debi and the A Perfect Event staff. She is amazing, and our go-to expert! -- Peggy Lanigan, Mo't & Chandon -- Peggy Lanigan, Mo't & Chandon

We have worked with Debi Lilly and A Perfect Event on many different eventpartnerships. Her level of professionalism, passion, expertise, creativityand tremendous talent produces the most fantastic results transforming theordinary into extraordinary. There is no mistaking the Debi Lilly magictouch. -- Mimi Clark, Bloomingdales -- Mimi Clark, Bloomingdales

Debi and her team of magicians bring surprising, memorable moments to every event, from showers and weddings to birthdays and corporate events. From Oprah to that special four-year-old in your life, A Perfect Event delivers and innovates to bring to life those moments you'll never forget. --Amy Cheronis, EVP, Leo Burnett -- Amy Cheronis, EVP, Leo Burnett

Debi Lilly is Chicago's own and one of America's most talented party designers and planners. She has created the most magical, memorable events for my celebrity clients--from Chicago to LA. Love is in the details--well, it's more than love for Debi--it's pure passion. --Art Smith, Celebrity Chef and Author -- Art Smith, Celebrity Chef and Author

Step inside and join author and celebrity party-planner Debi Lilly inside her favorite parties-from east coast to west coast, and from celebrity clients to the girl next door. In her little black book of party planning tips, tricks, and stylist secrets, she shares all of her favorite shortcuts, DIY party ideas and food stylings. These grocery-to-gorgeous chef-inspired recipes are plucked straight from every single party menu. In A Perfect Event, Debi shares her secrets to easy, elevated, inspired and affordable celebrations-regardless of your budget. And once you try them, you will be hooked, and you will learn to make memories with friends and family for any occasion. A remarkable talent, Lilly is committed to the personalization of every event and prides herself on being involved in all aspects of her events, from custom invitations and floral design to the gifts and photography. In addition to her business acumen, she deftly balances a demanding career and a growing family. Known and recognized as a premier event and wedding planner, she continually serves as an industry expert for such publications as InStyle magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings, Bride's, Modern Bride, Bridal Guide, and The Groom's Guide. She has appeared numerous times on The Oprah Winfrey Show and ABC 7 News Chicago. Founded in 1996, her company designs events, flowers and invitations for several high-profile clients and companies including Oprah Winfrey, Brooke Shields, Debra Messing, Cartier, Leo Burnett, Starcom, McDonald's and The Symphony Orchestra, among others.