Being the long weekend, I decided to take a day off like everyone else. Instead of slaving over an opinion piece, I thought I’d relax and put up a picture essay instead. And that’s because Fletch did all the hard work, taking shots at the Riva Snow Party last night and they’ve come up a treat.
Full credit to Riva owner Drewe Bellmaine who organised a brilliant night. Using a wonderful collection of props, he created a magical winter wonderland with REAL snow from snow machines, inflatable igloos, giant snowmen and icy cocktails – all making for a sensational party. Guests dressed appropriately in ski gear and there were also a couple of snow bunnies hopping about. Just like being in Aspen without having to go anywhere. Take a peek!
Riva owner Drewe Bellmaine (centre) and mates
An ice-filled fountain – the perfect way to keep your beer chilled…
Fletch, Ross Wilson, Kasia Z, me, Seph McKenna and Tania Gogos-Wilson huddle up to stay warm…
Then we danced under a giant disco ball and a flurry of real snow…
Nick Giannopoulos, Jessica Barclay and Hayden Burbank enjoyed the cocktails…
While Wilbur Wilde was seriously impressed by the giant disco ball…
Riva owner Drewe Bellmaine (centre) had no trouble keeping warm…
A reindeer family watched on, fascinated…
There were even matching snow bunnies…
Amanda and Francine Mazzeo, owner of DQ Vodka help keep the cocktails flowing…
As did DQ Vodka model Tegan Nixon…
I fell in love with Jason’s glitter-ball helmet reflecting the blue sparkling lights…
Rachel and Katelyn Watkins kept warm with ear muffs and gloves…
Expresso martinis went down well for Nick Giannopoulos, myself and Seph McKenna…
While Hayden Burbank (far right) and friends tucked in to the blue daiquiris…
Big thanks to my photographer and ski instructor Fletch and Frosty!
So you can see why I needed a day off. That was one helluva weekend…