Previous Guest Speakers
Through the years, we have been fortunate to have had some of the most talented interior design experts, lifestyle and entertaining guru's join Kappa Tablescapes as our Guest Speakers. They have enchanted us with their wisdom, shared tips, and entertained us with stories. Each is impressive and has been successful in their field. Collectively, it's a remarkable group! We thank each of these professionals who have become a part of the Kappa Tablescapes legacy.
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Our elegant event, held in the heart of Dallas, is surrounded by some of our city's most beautiful homes, gardens, and public spaces. We are thankful that our vibrant community generously supports Kappa Tablescapes, our speaker, designers, and beneficiaries. We invite you to join us at Kappa Tablescapes and be inspired by our gifted guest lifestyle and design professional!
2020
American journalist, best-selling author and Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker
2019
Author of Evocative Interiors, Interior Designer,
Architect, Furniture and Accessory Designer
2020
American journalist, best-selling author and Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker
2019
Author of Evocative Interiors, Interior Designer,
Architect, Furniture and Accessory Designer
2018
Danielle Rollins
A Celebration of Southern Style
Lifestyle designer for home, fashion, and entertaining
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2017
Forever Blue and Blue
Designer of beautiful interiors, fabrics, lighting, furniture and tabletop
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2015
Inspired Style at Home
Founder of exquisite linens, Leontine Linens, with warm Southern charm
2014
Classic Southern Cooking with a TwistChef, cookbook author, and founder of the My Beverly Hills Kitchen foods.
2013
A Time to Entertain: From Garden to Table
Interior designer, author, and sought-after speaker​
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2012
Bryan Batt
With special guests
Lally Brennan & Ti Martin
A Time to Entertain: From Garden to Table
Interior designer, author, and sought-after speaker​
2011
A Time to Entertain: From Garden to Table
Interior designer, author, and sought-after speaker
2010
Celebrating the Living Arts
Interior and jewelry designer, designed collaboratively with
Tony Duquette
2008
Discovering Home-Find Your Personal Style", author and designer-personality on TLC's 'Trading Spaces'
2007
British Invasion, Kappa Style
Creative style-maker, bespoke designer from London
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2006
Charles Faudree
Interior designer and author of all things French
2005
Cookbook author, James Beard Award winner, extraordinary caterer, and entertaining guru to the stars
2003
Alastair Bruce
Home style guru and designer
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2001
John Loring
Design Director, Tiffany & Co.,
author and designer
1999
Mary Emmerling
Designer, author and Creative Director of Country Living
1996
Karen Carroll
Editor in Chief of Southern Accents and author of Entertaining with Southern Style
