Blush, Rose and Cream - Wedding Inspiration

We had a blast this Sunday at the Arlington Bridal Expo. There are fewer color schemes as elegant and timeless as the lovely Rose, Blush and Cream. 

This sweetheart table includes Lamour Cream, Lace edging, and Rose napkins.  The cocktail table includes Rose Lamour with Lace Overlay.

Floran Design by: Unique Creations by Amalia

Sweetheart Table
Cream Lamour with Lace Edging and the fixings...

Floral Design by: Unique Creations by Amalia



Floral Design by: Unique Creaetions by Amalia

Bride's chair
This is actually the back of a chivari chair that includes a Lamour sash to accomodate a floral fold. 

Groom's Chair
 

Groom's Chair
Sash tie for floral addition

Renting Vs Purchasing Linens

Why Rent If I Can Buy For Less

Fun Fact:  Did you know that it’s cheaper to purchase land and build your own house than it is to purchase one developed by a homebuilder?  And, we’re talking THOUSANDS of dollars less!  Why buy when you can build it cheaper yourself.   

When you rent from a reputable linen company, let their client reviews define this for you, there’s a great deal of knowledge and prep work that goes into helping you create an amazing table design.  A Linen Consultant understands fabrics, dye lots, the importance of color consistency from linen to linen and they also manage the always overlooked “prepping” of your linens.  Prep work that if not managed properly can turn your experience into a nightmare and your design into a very underwhelming display of nothing special.

When we started Kennique it was because of our love for fabric and what it can do for an event.   After years of working with my mom and being exposed to all aspects of event planning and design, I realized that when it comes down to table design, being thoughtful and deliberate about your linen selection can turn your event from average to freaking awesome.  

Here’s the reality…we cannot tell you to rent over buy. Of course it’s our preference to partner with every client that reaches out to Kennique, however more importantly we have to answer to our conscious, which says above all things we want you to feel good about your decision and to do what works for your budget.  No one should go in dept over an event! 

The purpose of this post is to give you a little insight to help you make the best decision for your event.   

Here are a few things you should consider…

·         All linens are NOT created equal.  Quality and quality assurance is key.  Just because the linens have the same name doesn’t mean they’re of the same quality.   Request a sample and compare that to one from your local linen provider.  See how it appears on pictures as well. 

o   Caution:  If you’re ordering runners confirm that they’ll be the same width (don’t assume), especially if you’re using them on a head table? 

·         Consistency of color.  Because linens are typically produced from different dye lots, it’s possible to receive an order that includes different shades of the same color.  When working with a linen company, it’s their job to manage this so that you’re not getting varied shades of the same color. 
 

·         Cleaning.  If you plan to resale after your event, you’ll want to consider commercial cleaning.  Get quotes from a few local cleaners.   In most cases, when you factor in the cost of a commercial cleaner, you will have drastically exceeded the cost to rent. 

·         Prepping of linens.  This is the biggest “ah ha” for clients.  Regardless of how basic or beautiful the linen if they’re not properly pressed and cared for, prior to putting them on your table, your guests will know it and your pictures will show it.  If you’re going to purchase linens, make sure you have someone that’s going to take this on.  If you’re going to outsource it, find a local cleaner and get a quote prior to purchasing. 
Important to note: Consider slacks on a hanger, when you retrieve them they are likely to have creases.  The same goes for table linens.  In most cases, if using a local linen provider, you will receive your table linens on a hanger, which means they’ll have fold creases.  If this bothers you, contract with the linen company to install.  At Kennique, we bring hand steamers on location to make sure creases are managed.  In most cases it’s not a big deal because they’re minimal, however if this is a concern for you and you're renting ask your linen provider about on-site treatment.  If purchasing be sure to assign someone to manage on-site steaming of creases, in addition to pre-pressing. 

Honestly, I could go on and on, but this post is long enough already ;)

The reality is you don’t build your own home, even though it would save you thousands of dollars, because you value all that goes into the process and you want to make sure it’s done right.  Desire no less for your event, especially if it’s a monumental event like your wedding.    

Our purpose for writing this blog was to address a question that we receive often from clients.  As stated earlier, we love linens and events, so clearly it’s our desire to help all clients create an amazing table design.  However, if you choose to purchase, ask the right questions so that you can make a clear assessment of both options. 

Happy Planning!

 

Black & White Damask



This beautiful wedding features our Black and White Damask Taffeta.  Enjoy...

 

KENNIQUE LINENS RECEIVES THE WEDDINGWIRE BRIDE’S CHOICE AWARD, AGAIN!

DALLAS, TX – January 13, 2013 – WeddingWire, the nation's leading online wedding marketplace, is thrilled to announce that Kennique Linens has been selected, for the second year in a row, as a winner of the prestigious WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2013 for Linen Rentals in Dallas, TX. 

The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the top five percent of wedding professionals in the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism.

Kennique Linen’s selection as a Bride’s Choice Award 2013 winner was selected based on the positive experiences expressed by past clients on WeddingWire, the world’s largest wedding review site with over one million reviews.  While many industry awards are given by the host organization, the WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ winners are determined solely based on reviews from real newlyweds and their experiences working with Kennique Linens.

The WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2013 are given to the top local wedding vendors in more than 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, based on professional achievements from the previous year. Award-winning vendors are distinguished for the quality, quantity, consistency and timeliness of the reviews they have received from their past clients.  As a Bride’s Choice Awards winner, Kennique Linens is highlighted within the WeddingWire Network, which is comprised of over 200,000 wedding professionals throughout the United States, Canada and abroad.

“Each year, WeddingWire looks forward to celebrating the success of the top-rated wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Network,” said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire. “Now in its fifth year, the Bride’s Choice Awards™ program continues to recognize the elite wedding professionals who exemplify a commitment to quality, service and professionalism. These businesses were chosen by our bridal community for their responsiveness and dedication to their clients over the past year. We are honored to recognize Kennique Linens for their impressive achievements within the wedding industry.”

“Kennique Linens is thrilled to be one of the top linen rentals in Dallas, TX in the WeddingWire Network of sites, which include leading wedding sites such as WeddingWire, Project Wedding, Brides.com, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Weddingbee. We would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire.  We value all of our clients and truly appreciate the positive feedback that helped us earn the WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ for 2013,”
 said Mesha Kennerson, Partner/Lead Linen Consultant.  

For more information about Kennique Linens, please visit www.KenniqueLinens.com.

About WeddingWire, Inc.

WeddingWire™, the nation's leading marketplace serving the $70 billion wedding industry, is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower both engaged couples and wedding professionals. For engaged couples, WeddingWire offers the ability to search, compare and book over 200,000 reviewed wedding vendors, from wedding venues to wedding photographers. WeddingWire also offers a comprehensive suite of online planning tools for weddings, including wedding websites and wedding checklists, all at no charge.  For wedding professionals, WeddingWire is the only all-in-one marketing platform for businesses online and on-the-go. WeddingWire offers one simple solution to build a professional network, improve search visibility, manage social media and reach mobile consumers. Businesses that advertise with WeddingWire appear on WeddingWire.com, ProjectWedding.com and other leading sites, including MarthaStewartWeddings.com (NYSE: MSO), Brides.com and Weddingbee.com.

About Kennique Linens

At Kennique Linens we provide fine linen rentals for weddings, banquets and special events. This includes table linens, specialty wedding linens, table overlays, table runners, chair covers, napkins and sashes. Our table linens are made from some of the finest cotton, satin, organza and taffeta fabrics on the market, and our mission is to help our clients create a unique atmosphere that fits their style and budget.  We pride ourselves in providing exceptional customer service and a convenient inquiry and order process that saves our clients time and money when selecting table linens and other event linen décor. To learn more about Kennique Linens, visit www.kenniquelinens.com or call 214-699-7320.

 

Vintage Inspired - Burlap Lace Runner

At Kennique, we love the vintage inspired look so creating a runner that includes two vintage favs - burlap and lace - was a no brainer.

Kennique Linens, Renee’s Eventi and Unique Creations by Amalia partnered to design a vintage inspired table design featuring a new Burlap Lace runner available at Kennique Linens, the Paulette. 

The guest table includes an Ivory Lamour table linen, graced with the Paulette Runner and Olive Lamour napkins.  The adjacent cocktail table is dressed in an Olive Lamour underlay and an Ivory Rachelle Lace overlay. 

The floral designs, created by Unique Creations by Amalia, include an array of fresh flowers - including Succulents- Lime Chile, Little Jewel, Donde, Black Prince, Spray Roses, Mini Green hydrangeas and sword fern.

Credits:
Floral Design: Unique Creations by Amalia, www.unqiuecreationsbyamalia
Linens: Kennique Linens, www.kenniquelinens.com
Table Design: Renee’s Eventi Planning & Design, www.reneeseventi.com
Photography: Monica Salazar Photography, www.monica-salazar.com
Venue: Cooper Hotel™ Conference Center & Spa, www.cooperhoteldallas.com