Wedding planner and NYC-based owner of Curtain Up Events is known for her creativity and splashy style. Here's what she has to say about how to create lasting memories:
NEW RECEPTION TRENDS We see a lot of understated floral arrangements on the table. Lower centerpieces make it so much easier for people to see across the table and engage in conversation. Also, there has been a recent surge in serving family-style cuisine—fun comfort foods like macaroni and cheese—at a formal affair. Serving food in this style is great because it brings a whimsical touch to an event that could otherwise be stuffy.
HOT PARTY COLORS All shades of blue accented with delicate shades of silver.
HOW TO KEEP THE PARTY INTERESTING Nothing spells disaster than an event that drags on with nothing to do! Adding personal touches like a wishing tree for the guests to leave short messages and endearing wishes or photos of your family in unexpected places around the room brings guests together and gets the conversation flowing. Of course most guests will love a photo booth, but the video “confessional” booth is unique, plus you both will be entertained for years to come with stories from your guests on film.
STAY WITHIN A BUDGET It’s very important to prioritize. If the photographer you want is way beyond what you’ve allocated, you will have to “borrow” from some other category. So, rather than roses in your bouquet, opt for seasonal flowers which will cost less. It’s easy to get carried away adding all of the amazing things you want—but it’s important to be realistic. Keep track of your wedding budget—one column with what you’ve allocated and another column with what you’ve actually spent.
TRENDS TO AVOID One of my favorite things to say is, “Don’t fight your venue.” In other words if a color is popular, it doesn't mean you have to include it in your color scheme. Consider the site what it has to offer. For example, if your venue has a green carpet, we don’t recommend using red floral or you will start to think it’s the holidays!
ADVICE TO THE BRIDE & GROOM Don’t lose sight of what this is: a celebration of the two of you. Everyone has an opinion for you, but the fact is there are no rules. Enjoy yourselves, and most of all take things one day at a time.
NEW RECEPTION TRENDS We see a lot of understated floral arrangements on the table. Lower centerpieces make it so much easier for people to see across the table and engage in conversation. Also, there has been a recent surge in serving family-style cuisine—fun comfort foods like macaroni and cheese—at a formal affair. Serving food in this style is great because it brings a whimsical touch to an event that could otherwise be stuffy.
HOT PARTY COLORS All shades of blue accented with delicate shades of silver.
HOW TO KEEP THE PARTY INTERESTING Nothing spells disaster than an event that drags on with nothing to do! Adding personal touches like a wishing tree for the guests to leave short messages and endearing wishes or photos of your family in unexpected places around the room brings guests together and gets the conversation flowing. Of course most guests will love a photo booth, but the video “confessional” booth is unique, plus you both will be entertained for years to come with stories from your guests on film.
STAY WITHIN A BUDGET It’s very important to prioritize. If the photographer you want is way beyond what you’ve allocated, you will have to “borrow” from some other category. So, rather than roses in your bouquet, opt for seasonal flowers which will cost less. It’s easy to get carried away adding all of the amazing things you want—but it’s important to be realistic. Keep track of your wedding budget—one column with what you’ve allocated and another column with what you’ve actually spent.
TRENDS TO AVOID One of my favorite things to say is, “Don’t fight your venue.” In other words if a color is popular, it doesn't mean you have to include it in your color scheme. Consider the site what it has to offer. For example, if your venue has a green carpet, we don’t recommend using red floral or you will start to think it’s the holidays!
ADVICE TO THE BRIDE & GROOM Don’t lose sight of what this is: a celebration of the two of you. Everyone has an opinion for you, but the fact is there are no rules. Enjoy yourselves, and most of all take things one day at a time.
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