Mixed emotions...Do we want more exposure? - General Tiki

S Swanky Tiki Socialite Hapa Haole Hideaway, Knoxville, TN Joined: Apr 03, 2002 Posts: 5398	S Swanky Posted posted on Tue, Jun 12, 2007 8:44 AM I'd work to make sure they are coming at it in the right way. I think James Teitelbaum has had a lot of experience in this and you have to be sure. Make sure they are notdoing a "tacky tiki" article. If they are not going to give it respect, just say no. If they want to do it right and be respectful and recognize the style as such, then go forward. You might want to reply and suggest just that. Something like "I'd be happy to share the interior design aesthetic that has evolved from the last 70 years of America's love of the Polynesian islands theme. It started with Don the Beachcomber and has carried through to today. It remains a high standard of relaxation and the art of the cocktail. Our home oasis is a great example to share." you get the idea. Maybe send some links. Getthem in the right perspective, not letting them make their own.

I'd work to make sure they are coming at it in the right way. I think James Teitelbaum has had a lot of experience in this and you have to be sure. Make sure they are notdoing a "tacky tiki" article. If they are not going to give it respect, just say no. If they want to do it right and be respectful and recognize the style as such, then go forward. You might want to reply and suggest just that. Something like "I'd be happy to share the interior design aesthetic that has evolved from the last 70 years of America's love of the Polynesian islands theme. It started with Don the Beachcomber and has carried through to today. It remains a high standard of relaxation and the art of the cocktail. Our home oasis is a great example to share." you get the idea. Maybe send some links. Getthem in the right perspective, not letting them make their own.

Post #312419 by Swanky on Tue, Jun 12, 2007 8:44 AM