Showing posts with label Inspiration. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Inspiration. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Look at Your Event Upside Down

I am a huge believer in using spaces and objects in ways they were never intended. For parties, I often use an upside down bowl to serve as a riser for a platter in the food area. I also have been known to use colorful, unique drapery as table runners. Today, let's talk about using items that are meant to be used from the ground up, rather than from the ceiling down. 


Anyone who saw the newest Twilight movie was in awe of Edward and Bella’s wedding, and if you happen to be obsessed with weddings you watched that scene over and over taking in all the details. Possibly the most breathtaking detail was the floral canopy under which the ceremony and reception took place.

Let’s face it, most of us don’t have the Hollywood-sized budget to make this look happen but there are ways to bring some of this look into your own wedding without a team of vampires doing the manual labor.
Suspended flowers or arrangements can be used instead of or in combination with centerpieces placed on the table. Or maybe place mirrors down the center of the table to reflect the details up above.

 

Draping the ceiling gives a light, romantic feeling no matter the theme, creating interest in a usually boring area.

Hanging fairy lights in the trees gives a magical, wisteria look similar to the canopy in the movie. You can also string the lights instead of letting them hang to create a different but still romantic look.
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How are you using general items in extraordinary ways? Would love to hear your ideas!
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Friday, February 10, 2012

Follow us on Pinterest!

We've created a new A Big To Do Event Pinterest! Until now we've all just had our individual Pinterest accounts but now A Big To Do Event has its own! We're devoting this account to what we do best: weddings and events. If you haven't already discovered Pinterest, its an online pinboard that is perfect for finding inspiration and will be a huge help in your wedding planning.

Here's a sampling of some of the pictures we've been pinning. Click here to go to our page and follow us! We'll continue to pin an array of amazing inspiration and you'll even be able to see some of our own work pinned!


Magnolia Bouquet by Twigg Botanicals

Woodsy Wedding Cake

Metal pegboard as centerpiece and runner



Thursday, February 9, 2012

Wedding Trends - Like it, Love it, or Leave it?

Wedding trends are constantly changing; every year brings something new. This month we’ve collected some of the current trends and we’re asking you whether you Like it, Love it, or Leave it!

White Attendants Dresses – Ever since the Royal Wedding we’ve seen white bridesmaid’s dress. Pippa Middleton looked fabulous in her fitted, white dress but is it a trend that’s going to last? It’s always been taboo to wear white to a wedding unless you’re the bride so as not to steal her spotlight. What do you think? Like it, love it, or leave it?




Cowboy Boots – Attendants and even brides everywhere have been foregoing the traditional pair of heels or flats for something a little more memorable: cowboy boots. We’re seeing this trend especially paired with short bridesmaid’s dresses to really show off the boot. Like it, love it, or leave it?




Textured Florals – Succulents, billy balls, thistle, dusty miller. That list may look strange but these are the floral trends we’re starting to see everywhere. Brides are choosing to combine traditional flowers with these more textural additions to create interest. Adding textured florals definitely brings individuality to an industry dominated by roses. Your thoughts? Like it, love it, or leave it?




Push Pops – The new dessert trend sweeping the industry now is push-pops! Like the ice cream versions from your childhood, these are filled with layered cakes (strawberry shortcake seems to be a favorite)! Guests will be wowed by this creative new dessert presentation but what about you? Like it, love it, or leave it?




Chandeliers – Chandeliers used to be confined to ballrooms but the new trend is to incorporate chandeliers into any venue, even outside spaces! Brides are hanging them from trees and arches and covering them with candles and flowers. No matter what the theme, a chandelier seems to fit! Do chandeliers fit your vision? Like it, love it, or leave it?





Flower Girl Tutu Dresses – Let’s face it, kids could wear anything and still steal the show but the newest trend for flower girl attire is putting her in a tutu dress. This is just an extended version of a tutu that sits higher on the body. In one of these dresses your flower girl will look adorable but is it polished enough for your wedding? Like it, love it, or leave it?




Shot Glasses Serving Ware – A few years ago we were introduced to martini glasses used to serve food, most commonly mashed potatoes, now we’re seeing shooters. Caterers are using these to serve soup, milk with a cookie on the rim, shrimp cocktail, and more. These seem like the perfect portion but would you agree? Like it, love it, or leave it?




DIY Weddings – With the addition of Pinterest to the online scene, brides everywhere are going DIY crazy! It’s so easy to find inspiration with step-by-step instructions that bridal craft parties are becoming a norm. Just make sure you don’t put too much on your craft to-do list and get overwhelmed! And remember you can always call us at A Big To Do Event to help with your planning and execution (we’ve been known to pick up a glue gun ourselves for office craft days). DIY Weddings: like it, love it, or leave it?




Tangerine Tango – Pantone’s color of the year was recently revealed as being Tangerine Tango. This fiery orange could be used as just a pop of color or as table linens, florals, and bridesmaids dresses for a bolder look. Could you see Tangerine Tango in your color scheme? Like it, love it, or leave it?




Colored Wedding Dresses – White may always be the traditional bridal color but more and more brides are choosing dresses with a bit of color. Vera Wang’s Fall 2012 collection is done in nudes and blacks! Black may be a little too unconventional for most brides which is why we’re also seeing lots of blush tones. Reese Witherspoon even chose a stunning pink dress for her recent wedding. Are you going out of the box or staying traditional with the white color family? Like it, love it, or leave it?

  



Let us know what you think of these trends and whether you Like it, Love it, or Leave it!

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

StudioWed Open House This Saturday

Did you get engaged over the holidays? Would you like to get a head start in planning? Need to be introduced to great vendors? 
Come to the StudioWed Open House this Saturday from 1-4 p.m.  


StudioWed Atlanta is located at 
1000 Marietta Street NW
Suite 124
Atlanta, GA 30318
Park on the top level of the parking deck and take the ramp to Suite 124 
(our studio is kind of tucked away by the ramp). 

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Real Wedding: Blue Shoes and Ballgowns make a wedding just right!

To Kick off 2012 appropriately, we bring you one beautiful A Big To Do wedding! We hope you enjoy this yummy eye candy...




We at A Big To Do Event believe every bride needs a killer pair of wedding shoes.... lets be honest, we believe in killer shoes all the time!

The absolute best accessory any bride can have is a genuine smile and Jovanghn wore hers the entire day!

















(Above)Again with the amazing shoes, and (R) with her lovely maids. The dusty hues of the bouquets and dresses are so romantic, don't you think?



Time to eat, drink and be married!















...and the beautiful couple rode away from their 
{perfectly planned}
wedding, to live happily ever after!





Cheers Y'all!
Creative Team: 
Wedding Planner: Erica Prewett with A Big To Do Event
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Agnes Scott College
Florist: Toni Friday with Events Boutique
Photographer: Jen Schilestett with Photojenik Photography
Videographer: Edwin Hamilton
Wedding Cake: Rhodes Bakery
DJ: DJ Dez with AAA Entertainment







Friday, November 4, 2011

Sky Lantern Grand Exit

Ever since I saw the movie Tangled, I have been dying to visit Taiwan during their Sky Lantern Festival!

Thousands of people travel to the country each year to experience the sixteen-day-long festival during which they write a wish on a piece of paper, attach it to a lantern, light the lantern with a flame, and allow it to float to the sky.



What struck me is how this would look for a grand exit.  Lovely, huh?

 Photo from  Wikipedia.

I am so obsessed with this idea.  I've done it once before for the 4th of July, and it was a beautiful experience.  The effect is especially grand when the moon is out and it's a clear night.  Your guests will absolutely love it; they each get their own lantern and write down a wish your you and your new spouse.  When it's time for the grand exit, your family and friends light their lanterns and let them float to heaven around you.

Photo from Maureen Murray.

The concerns are, of course, that the lanterns will inadvertently burn down your reception site.  But so long as there's not a strong wind (above 5 mph) and you're not near an airport or dry crops, the lanterns are perfectly safe.  As with anything involving fire, there are safety guidelines to follow closely.  (And if any of your relatives have been hanging around the open bar all night, you might want to just give them some rose petals to throw.)

Check out Wish Lantern to find these lanterns for your special day.
They even offer 100% biodegradeable wish lanterns!

If you decide to make this your amazing Grand Exit I would love to hear about it!
Leave us a comment below and let us know how it goes.
Megan


Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Flashy Favors

Are you trying to come up with a creative, unique favor for your wedding guests? If so, I may have a solution for you. I recently came upon an easy, unique favor that guests would go crazy for.

It's a cute flash drive that you personalize with pictures and your own playlist!

Photo from Real Simple.

You can upload pictures for the guests to take a look at when they get home.
Add your personalized playlist with some of your favorite songs! Guests will be excited to see
if they made the slideshow, as well as hear some of your favorite music.  It's super easy and eco-friendly.

You can buy flash drives that fit with your color scheme, and attach a cute note
thanking the guests for sharing your special day with you.

Check out these adorable ones from Blogshop (I want one so badly!):


If you don't have time to upload the pictures and playlist to each flash drive,
some companies will do it for you.

Check out the Plan Your Meetings website and
go to the Promote Your Message. When you order your flash drives, your sales
representative will help you with the upload process.  You can also check out Lookin Up Promotions.

If you have any creative favor ideas, I would love to hear them!  Feel free to leave us a comment.

Megan

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