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How To | Create A Perfect Thanksgiving Seating Plan
Walnut Stained Farm Style Table, Lucca Ivory with Gold Band Chop Plate, Victoria Dinner Plate, Venice Amber Salad Plate, Harvest Oatmeal Napkin, Arya Flatware, Charlotte Water Glass, Charlotte Wine Glass, Charlotte Champagne Glass, Delilah Cloud Oversized Runner. Why have a seating plan? Putting together a seating plan and writing out some quick place cards is one of the simplest ways to elevate your Thanksgiving and make the
Looks We Love | Tips for Decorating Your Home for Thanksgiving
Previous Next Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to get together to eat, drink, and celebrate the season. Set the mood for the autumnal celebration with these simple fall décor ideas. Set The Table Since the main event at any Thanksgiving gathering takes place at the dinner table, start there with all your fall décor. Create your centerpieces first and use leftover décor items around the
Trend Alert | 10 Tips for Hosting the Best Friendsgiving Ever
Previous Next Friends•giv•ing (noun): A holiday where you spend quality time eating, drinking and laughing with the family you get to choose – your friends.Check out our 10 Tips for Hosting the Best Friendsgiving Ever: 1. Find The Right Venue Finding a venue is the first step. Whether it’s someone’s home, a local hall or clubhouse for rent, or a nice park if the weather is expected to
On Location | Modern Rustic Styled Shoot at Villa de Nardi
With its rolling hills, homemade olive oils, and wood fired pizza, Villa De Nardi provides the perfect rustic venue to dress up with modern touches in this styled shoot, featuring a monochrome color palette and metallic geometric accents. Check the list below for all the participating vendors! Photography: Gagan Dhiman Venue, Olive Oil, Pizza: Villa De Nardi Planning, Design, Florals: Tan Weddings & Events Mobile Bar: Belle Aventure
How To | 5 Tips to Host A Halloween BBQ
If your family is a big fan of Halloween, one night of trick-or-treating my feel too short, especially when it falls on a weeknight like it does this year. To extend the holiday fun, host a Halloween BBQ over the weekend to give your costumes one more chance to shine and celebrate together with all your family and friends. Here are 5 tips for Hosting a Halloween BBQ.
Color Story | Pink Halloween
As our Pinterest boards (and our minds) are overrun with all things Halloween, we can’t help but notice that Pink Halloween ideas are among the most popular (and most adorable) décor ideas for this year’s holiday. Switching it up When you think about it, it makes sense. The tired old black and white scheme seems due for a change up, and the light pastel hue offers great contrast
On Location | Oscar de la Renta Fashion Show 2019
Each year for the past 50 years, Oscar de la Renta and Saks Fifth Avenue host a fashion show on the shores of Lake Tahoe to raise money for the League to Save Lake Tahoe. This year’s profits broke records at $1.1 million raised for the league, which is working hard to Keep Tahoe Blue by “combatting pollution, promoting restoration, tackling invasive species and protecting Tahoe’s shoreline.” Celebrations
Trend Alert | Oktoberfest Party
Celebrate the coming of fall with an Oktoberfest party! There’s a reason this German tradition is popular around the world – food, beer, and friends is always a recipe for a good time. Keep reading for 4 Oktoberfest party ideas. 1. Beer tasting Get a sampling of German brews, make a stop at a local brewery, or just pick out whatever catches your eye at your local liquor
Looks We Love | Upgrade Your Event with Linens
When your tables need an upgrade but you don’t want to overspend on expensive décor, rethink how your linen choices can elevate your event. Keep reading for some ideas on using linens to spice up your tablescape. 1. Colorful Linens Don’t be afraid to use colorful linens, and lots of them! If your event is a summer affair, for example, get comfortable with bright orange, hot pink
Trend Alert | Hanging Decor
Hanging decor from the ceiling of your venue can transform the look and feel of your event. Not only does it add another dimension to your space, but it also offers more opportunity to make it your own! 1. Structures Structures such as Hanging Ladders or Wire Spheres are simple items that serve as a blank canvas to add decor that matches your event’s themes or colors. Hanging
Trend Alert | The Necessity of Napkins
Previous Next Who would have thought that napkins, something you use to clean your hands and face, would end up being such a staple in your event’s table settings? Napkins, a defining detail for our 2020 event planners, can really change the whole dynamic of the table, so when you
On-Location | Parisian Wedding Inspiration in California
Previous Next This styled shoot by Events by Kristina Elyse has so many French-inspired details, it’s almost hard to believe it all took place at Helwig Winery in Plymouth, California. Check out these gorgeous photos by Ashley Baumgartner Photography and take note of every detail you would love to repeat
How To | 7 Steps to Plan Your Engagement Party
Previous Next Congratulations on getting engaged! This special time and huge life step deserves a little bit of celebrating. An engagement party is a great opportunity to mark this momentous occasion, relive your epic proposal moment with your closest family and friends, and kick off the wedding planning process with
Trend Alert | 4 Wedding Trend Predictions for 2020
Products pictured: Wax-Leaf Pyramid, Evergreen Bush, Adirondack Chair, Adirondack Side Table, Copper Arch, Boxwood Hedge Champagne/Wine Wall. Photo by LUMI Photography. 1. Greenery Everywhere Green plants, whether they are live or faux plants, add a natural touch to your wedding and we expect to see more of it in 2020.
Color Story | Classic Blue: Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year
Previous Next As we close out the year, and say goodbye to Pantone’s 2019 Color of the Year, Living Coral, we are ready to embrace Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2020: Classic Blue! Take a look at these photos for all the Classic Blue wedding inspiration. Photo 1: Photo
Trend Alert | 5 Ideas for a Roaring ‘20s New Year’s Eve Party
Products pictured: Gold Chiavari Chairs, Black Polyester Table Linen. Photo by Jennifer Clapp Photography. The Roaring ‘20s is a favorite party theme all year round, but as we welcome the new ‘20s decade this New Year’s Eve, it’s a no brainer! Here are some ideas for a Great Gatsby
How To | 7 Quick And Easy DIY Holiday Centerpiece Ideas
Products pictured: Satin Fuchsia Napkin, Ava Blush Charger, Lucca Ivory Dinner Plate, Jane Silver Salad Plate, Scroll Flatware, Pink Dixie Goblet, Sonoma Champagne Glass, Phantom Dining Chair. 1. Ornament Centerpiece Disperse oversized ornaments around your table, line up smaller ones for a 3D runner, or fill up your vases
How To | Create A Perfect Thanksgiving Seating Plan
Walnut Stained Farm Style Table, Lucca Ivory with Gold Band Chop Plate, Victoria Dinner Plate, Venice Amber Salad Plate, Harvest Oatmeal Napkin, Arya Flatware, Charlotte Water Glass, Charlotte Wine Glass, Charlotte Champagne Glass, Delilah Cloud Oversized Runner. Why have a seating plan? Putting together a seating plan and writing
Looks We Love | Tips for Decorating Your Home for Thanksgiving
Previous Next Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to get together to eat, drink, and celebrate the season. Set the mood for the autumnal celebration with these simple fall décor ideas. Set The Table Since the main event at any Thanksgiving gathering takes place at the dinner table,
Trend Alert | 10 Tips for Hosting the Best Friendsgiving Ever
Previous Next Friends•giv•ing (noun): A holiday where you spend quality time eating, drinking and laughing with the family you get to choose – your friends.Check out our 10 Tips for Hosting the Best Friendsgiving Ever: 1. Find The Right Venue Finding a venue is the first step. Whether it’s someone’s