We are knee – errr – chin deep in plumes.

Carnaval Rio kicks off tonight for our big corporate gala – and we are bedecked, befeathered, blinged and beaded to the hilt.

Living statues for cocktails?

Check.

Seven foot tall dyed ostrich plume centerpieces, dyed to coordinate to ombre linens, and dusted with jewels, jewel tone candles and more?

Check.

Samba dancers to introduce the CEO (wearing a custom King of Carnaval sash, but of course)?

Check.

Floor show with costumed, four foot high ostrirch plume masks during dinner?

Check.

Samba dancers leading guests from their tables out onto the dancefloor?

Check.

Parade photo booth complete with costumes for one and all?

Check.

Way more fun than your average corporate gala?

Double check.