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Metropolitan Gifts Opens Los Angeles Branch to Expand Wedding and Special Events Services

New York, NY (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- To meet the demands of the ever-growing wedding and special events industries in Los Angeles, Metropolitan Gifts (www.metropolitangiftsla.com), purveyors of ingeniously designed, custom gift arrangements that combine distinctive products with reusable packaging, has opened a West Hollywood, Calif. branch in conjunction with L.A.-based GBK Productions, a prominent special events and fund-raising company.

"We have been active in the gifting industry for weddings and special events in New York for several years now, so it's fitting that we build a presence in the city where there is always a high-profile occasion," said Greg Roberts, Metropolitan Gifts' president. "As in New York, it's becoming increasingly popular for couples in L.A. to hold green-themed weddings, and for corporate marketers to ask their event planners to incorporate a charitable component. GBK Productions is a natural affiliate for us because they always produce fabulous events that are also socially responsible."

For the 2007 "green-themed" Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, Metropolitan Gifts unveiled the "It's easy being green" gift box, an assembly of high-end eco-friendly products for the home. The gift was a hit among celebrities and event planners, and Wrapsody, a specialty boutique in L.A., immediately placed an order with the company for a permanent display of Metropolitan Gifts' arrangements in its store. The "It's easy being green" gift was also given to attendees at the Malibu Film Festival and donated to the Environmental Media Association annual fund-raiser this past fall.

"Event planners are always looking for gifts that have personality and purpose," said Gavin Keilly, founder of GBK Productions. "Metropolitan Gifts has helped us create a dynamic and memorable experience at our celebrity gift suites, and we look forward to working with them on weddings, charitable galas, and other special occasions."

For corporate gifts, weddings and other event needs, designers at Metropolitan Gifts work closely with planners to create unforgettable custom arrangements. Previous corporate clients include Toyota, the Mandarin Oriental, the St. Regis, Ritz Carlton Hotels and AIG. Custom arrangements can be viewed by appointment in Los Angeles, or at Metropolitan Gifts' gallery in Brooklyn, NY.

"We started this business with a few simple principles: provide reusable packaging that is actually a part of the gift; maintain a streamlined design without unnecessary filler; and custom select products for the recipient so that they will be used or consumed, not thrown away, said Mr. Roberts. "Whether it's a hotel, couples planning a wedding, or a Fortune 500 company, all have been receptive to our 'less waste' policy."

For more information or to obtain photos of Metropolitan Gifts' arrangements, please contact Ann-Marie Nieves at 914-461-4360 or anieves(at)pronumbra.com.

Founded in 2005 by Greg Roberts, Metropolitan Gifts creates ingeniously designed, custom gift arrangements that combine distinctive products with usable packaging - for companies, large groups and individuals. Visit us on the web at www.metropolitangiftsla.com, www.metropolitangiftsnyc.com, or call 866-643-7364.

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