News Awards & Events Emmys Sneak Peek: Emmys Governors Ball By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Instagram Twitter InStyle's mantra is "Everybody's in," and that means anyone who finds their way to our stories should find themselves reflected in them. We prioritize bringing the right writer to every story and sometimes collaborate as a team to ensure we're including points of view across race, gender expression, body size, skin and hair type, and more. Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. For more about our team, click here. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on September 4, 2007 @ 07:10PM Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Time Inc. Digital Studio Sneak Peek: Emmys Governors Ball 01 of 05 Marsha McGregor THE EVENT 58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards Governors Ball at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. THE GUEST LIST Emmy nominees, presenters and ceremony guests were invited. Plans call for accommodating 2,800 people over the course of the evening. THE THEME "Moonlight & Romance." As guests enter the room, they'll be swept away into a lush garden complete with four enchanting oak trees and hanging crystal chandeliers. Guests will dine and dance under a cobalt-blue silk sky adorned with stars and a full moon in the center of the room.-Marsha McGregor COME BACK ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2007 AT 6:30 PM FOR LIVE COVERAGE OF THIS YEAR'S EMMY AWARDS ON INSTYLE.COM! SEE THE HOTTEST RED CARPET FASHION AND BEAUTY TRENDS, PARTIES AND MORE! 02 of 05 Marsha McGregor THE FLOWERS Mark Held, co-owner of Mark's Garden in Los Angeles, will create floral centerpieces for the event (shown left) that have a "1950s, midcentury feel." He'll use 30,000 light and hot pink roses, flown in from South America, and pink hydrangeas from Holland, all accented by black vases. THE MUSIC Trumpeter Ray Anthony and his band will play big band-style tunes on a revolving platform in the center of the room. Guests will dance the night away on the black-and-white-check dance floor surrounded by fountains and floral accents. 03 of 05 Time Inc. Digital Studio THE FAVORS Each place setting will feature a brown and pink gift box by Dove Chocolate. Inside, guests will find individually wrapped chocolates, in pink and silver foil, containing special messages like "Chocolate wins every time" and "Chocolate always gets good ratings." 04 of 05 Robert Grimm THE SIGNATURE DRINK The Grey Goose "Emmy" cocktail was created exclusively for the Governors Ball by master mixologist Nick Mautone. THE RECIPE1 1/2 ounces Grey Goose L'Orange vodka1 ounce blackberry brandy3/4 ounce lime juice1 orange twist Pour vodka, blackberry brandy and lime juice into cocktail shaker with ice. Stir or shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is frosted and beaded with sweat. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with an orange twist. 05 of 05 Time Inc. Digital Studio THE MENU The menu was created by famed Patina chef Joachim Splichal. First Course Stuffed avocado with shrimp, crab and sprouting salad Entrée Filet of beef with mushroom tart, served with gratin of spinach and stuffed baked potatoes Dessert Milk-chocolate mousse, made with Dove chocolate, soft caramel and fresh banana crème