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Looks We Love | Pipe and Drape

Pipe and Drape is one of the most versatile décor items for any kind of wedding or party. The fabric draping positioned on adjustable poles can be used anywhere and can instantly transform the feel of any space. It can be used to block off an area you want to keep hidden, divide a large space into different rooms, spruce up a boring wall, or create a photo-ready

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Color Story | Jewel Tones

Many brides, grooms, event planners, and party hosts are ready to leave the pastel colors in the past and head toward a bolder look with jewel tones. The vibrant hues of amethyst, sapphire, turquoise, emerald, amber, fuchsia, lapis, and others are showing up in lots of unique wedding and party styles. Part of the appeal of using jewel tones is that the boldness and brightness of the colors

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Trend Alert | Black as a Wedding Color

While it is a classic “little dress” color, black may not be the first hue to come to mind when picking out your wedding colors. But before you toss out the idea, consider how black can create a stunning wedding look with these tips.   Put it in a Pattern You can avoid a fully darkened look by only using black in small doses within a pattern. Black

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How To | 10 Next-Level Details for Your Wedding

It’s all in the details! Which is why you shouldn’t overlook these 10 details that will help make your wedding more fun, comfortable, and memorable for you and your guests!   1. Cocktail Tables If you’re planning on hosting a cocktail hour for your guests, consider decking out a separate area with standing-height cocktail tables. That way your guests will have a place to set down their drink

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Color Story | Going Green

Every December, the Pantone Color Institute predicts which color will be everywhere in the coming year. For 2017, the Color of the Year was Greenery, a light green with a yellowish tint. Now, about halfway through the year, we are seeing that Pantone was certainly on to something. Not only is Greenery a popular color, but other variations of green are also getting a lot of attention this

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Trend Alert | Alternative Seating

If you’re looking for a quick and simple way to make your next event unique, think outside the chair and consider your options when it comes to seating. Here are 4 ideas to get you started. 1. Benches for your wedding ceremony seating. Instead of setting up rows of chairs, cut the work in half by using benches to line the aisle. Besides the convenience of the setup,

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On Location | American Hero Wedding Giveaway

The American Hero Wedding Giveaway, hosted by Studio 40 Live and made possible by an awesome team of local vendors, was an amazing opportunity for us to give back to an American Hero who gives so much to the community on a daily basis. Members of the Military and first responders were asked to enter the American Hero Wedding Giveaway, and Lyssa and Fabian Gomez were announced the

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Looks We Love | Mixed Metals

We’re seeing more and more mixed metals incorporated into table settings as it becomes a big wedding trend in 2017. This styling technique gives your event the perfect touch of glam without being held back by a single color choice. With so many décor options available in gold, silver, rose gold and copper, there are endless combinations for you to create. Here are three popular looks that incorporate

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How To | 5 Must-Haves for a Backyard BBQ

It’s officially summer, and that means you can start looking forward to hosting a backyard BBQ for your friends and family! Before you get that grill going, make sure you’re not missing any these 5 must-haves for a backyard BBQ that’s sure to impress. 1. Food A BBQ isn’t a BBQ without some good grub! Whether you go for a classic menu with hot dogs and hamburgers, or

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How To | 7 Ways to Display Napkins

The napkin: A necessary and functional piece of any tablescape. But it doesn’t have to stop there. With so many stylish napkin options, you can really get creative and use them to spice up your place settings and tie into your theme. Here are a couple step-by-step tutorials on different napkin folds and presentations to boost your tables to the next level. 1. Knotted For a relaxed look,

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How To | 5 Steps to a Haunted Halloween Party

1. Mood Lighting Candles, candles, candles. Nothing is spookier than a room full of candles! Grand candelabras create a haunted-mansion vibe while bare candles (positioned carefully so they don’t ruin any furniture or flooring) have an equally scary effect. 2. Haunting Décor A quick search online will turn up tons

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How To | Serve Hot Beverages

From an afternoon tea party to coffee and hot cocoa with dessert, there are plenty of opportunities for some delicious hot drinks in all kinds of events. When serving hot beverages, it’s important to think ahead to keep them at the right temperature. Coffee Urns, Insulated Carafes, Teapots, Coffee Servers,

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Color Story | Dark Reds

Dark reds are always more popular in the fall and winter seasons, but this year there seems to be even more interest in these deep hues. Dark red colors will match well with many different color combinations, from a romantic blush-and-cranberry scheme to a more dramatic black-and-burgundy pairing. There are

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Trend Alert | Paradise

Palm leaves, pineapples, flamingos and tropical flowers are making appearances in more than just the usual summer pool parties. Any type of celebration, from a 4-year-old’s birthday party to a bridal shower (and even everyday home décor) is susceptible to this refreshing and sunny trend. Our newest printed linen, Palms,

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How To | Stock A Bar

When it comes to stocking a bar for upwards of 50 guests, whether for a wedding or a big party, it can be difficult to predict what and how much you might need. A good place to start is this simple equation: Each guest will have one drink per hour.

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How To | 6 Steps to Throw a Woodsy Lumberjack Party

It’s officially September, and with the promise of cooler weather on the horizon, you can be sure that the plaid trend will start to heat up once again. And when you start thinking about plaid, you’ll probably end up picturing woodsy scenes and lumberjacks, which can be a fun theme

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On Location | The Quail & Mecum Auction – Monterey 2017

For weeks the Celebrations! crew spent time in the Monterey area, preparing for two major auto events that took place last weekend. The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering Hosted at Quail Lodge & Golf Club, this annual event attracts enthusiasts from around the world to showcase and appreciate the latest and

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Looks We Love | Pipe and Drape

Pipe and Drape is one of the most versatile décor items for any kind of wedding or party. The fabric draping positioned on adjustable poles can be used anywhere and can instantly transform the feel of any space. It can be used to block off an area you want to

Read More »

Color Story | Jewel Tones

Many brides, grooms, event planners, and party hosts are ready to leave the pastel colors in the past and head toward a bolder look with jewel tones. The vibrant hues of amethyst, sapphire, turquoise, emerald, amber, fuchsia, lapis, and others are showing up in lots of unique wedding and party

Read More »

Trend Alert | Black as a Wedding Color

While it is a classic “little dress” color, black may not be the first hue to come to mind when picking out your wedding colors. But before you toss out the idea, consider how black can create a stunning wedding look with these tips.   Put it in a Pattern

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