New Extreme Crushed Wave at Kennique

We've added to our collection this beautiful Extreme Crushed Linen.  This beautiful table design includes floral design Unique Creations by Amalia and one of our favorite elegant vintage themes.  Photography: ShanStar Photography

 

 

Kim K Embraces the Beautiful Black Rosette

Well I’m not sure if you can call it the wedding of the year, after all there was the Prince and Kate; however it was absolutely beautiful - starting with her bridal shower.  If there’s one thing you can’t deny Ms. Kim (or should I say Mrs. Humphries), it’s that the chick has style.  I’m so in love with her linen selection for her bridal shower, the Black Rosette.  Now, while this is not the most cost effective linen option (clearly), believe it or not it’s within your grasp.  And here’s the beautiful thing – you can even keep your first born LOL :)  

View our Linen Closet to request a quote.  If you’re not absolutely sold on it for all your tables, but would love to incorporate this bundle of fabulousness into your event design, consider using it for your cake, sweetheart table or even your gift table.  Be Inspired!

Wedding Themes, Oh Wedding Themes, How Do I Select the Perfect Wedding Theme...

So you’d like to adopt a theme for your wedding, however you’re not sure where to start.  Or, here’s another extreme, you’ve got a head full of ideas and are having a difficult time selecting one – because unless you’re going for the circus theme,  incorporating them all is out of the question.

Don’t panic!  There is a perfect theme out there for you.   A great place to start is with what you DO know.   You’ve undoubtedly secured at least one of these wedding elements: wedding color(s), wedding venues and/or your wedding date.  You can actually start here, let what you have confirmed lead the way!  Here are a few thoughts from a guest writer. 

Wedding Color

Wedding colors are a great jumping off point for choosing wedding themes. Going with popular images and themes associated with a certain color, your wedding theme will be easy-breezy to incorporate along with all other wedding elements. Different shades for just one color is more than enough. For example, there are many shades of blue. Dark blue is associated with navy; pair it with red and white, ropes and sailboats for a lovely navy-themed wedding. Royal blue is, well, royal; combined with silver it is perfect for an elegant, royal affair. Light blue evokes images of sunny skies and clear waters–ideal with a destination wedding.

Wedding Venue

Wedding venues with strong identifying points can inspire great wedding theme ideas. Holding your reception at a ranch is perfect for a romantic country wedding with DIY touches here and there. A museum hall is great for a quirky yet formal affair. A school yard or hall is just the place for a school-themed wedding (and is perfect for couple who met at a school, too).

Wedding Date

Be inspired with the season. Having spring, summer, fall or winter theme weddings is a classic choice. It makes the most of Mother Nature’s free backdrop. And everything is cheaper when it is in season–you just might be surprised at how much lower your flowers will cost when you choose flowers in season.

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All About the LLC

"Ah that's so cute and it goes with my theme?  I'll work it in."  Okay, so let's be honest, how many times have you said that when planning an event and walking by yet another little "trinket" that would "go perfectly" with your theme?  It's a battle that even the best of us struggle with.  Here's the reality, there's definitely a place for the gifts, trinkets and cutesy table accents, however that's not the place to start and they will not have the greatest impact. 

So, it's simple.  When planning events remember it’s all about the LLC.  LOCATION.  LINENS.  CENTERPIECE.   These three elements will have the greatest impact.

LOCATION. Think about it… it's a lot easier to transform a nice location into something amazing then it is an "it will do" place that has no character or spunk.  It most cases, budgets have a great deal to do with where you have your event, however choose your location wisely.  It can actually save you a few bucks in the end. 

LINENS.  No event graduates to the ranks of “sheer fabulosity” without a deliberate focus on linens.  From your table linens to the dressings you select for your chairs – they are all key elements in the LLC equation.  The world of linens has changed drastically since the days of the traditional shiny Bridal Satin, so explore your options.  The biggest misconception is that specialty linens are very expensive.  With the right linen company, that’s not true, not true at all. 

CENTERPIECES.  I think this speaks for itself; it’s the “center” piece that brings it all together!  It gives depth to the room and brings the event décor to life.  Here’s the thing, work with a florist or planner that can help you select the best centerpiece for your space.  

Once you've covered the basics, then begin to layer. 

Events do not have to cost you an arm, leg and your first born ;)  Just use your funds wisely, start with the LLC and have fun.   

Happy Planning!