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5 Reasons Why Your Trade Show Booth Failed
Have you ever attended a trade show as an exhibitor and failed to generate any leads? Trade shows can be an incredible marketing tool if taken advantage of properly. Coming to a trade show, setting up a booth, and standing there is not enough to generate leads – it takes real work before, during, [...]
International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) (TM)
Last week I joined my class to visit the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE™). The headquarters are conveniently located in Dallas! The IAEE™ itself is a very lean organization with not many full-time employees, but they take care of a lot for their members. Started in 1928, IAEE™ represents over 8,500 individuals [...]
PARTY TIPS & TRICKS
The Secret to Making Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses Work
I have seen ‘mismatched’ bridesmaid dresses at their best and at their worst. Believe it or not, there is a key to making mismatched bridesmaid dresses work. The goal is to magically make your bridesmaids look like they effortlessly got out of bed, picked out an outfit, and poof! – everyone looks fabulous together. [...]
How to Host a Kentucky Derby Party
I have always wanted to go to a Kentucky Derby party – I have yet to go to one though! I love how traditionally Southern the whole event is – preppy bowties, oversized hats, mint juleps…what more could you ask for?! I won’t have the chance to go to a derby themed party this [...]
PARTY INSPIRATION
7 Ways to Incorporate Scalloped Edges at your Event
What do you think of scalloped design? I think it adds a touch of whimsy. Scalloped edges are great for ‘under the sea’ themed parties. It reminds me of waves or clouds. Scalloped edges can be incorporated into many aspects of your event from the aisle runner all the way down to the napkin [...]
Fall in Love with Flower Walls
Flower walls make incredible backdrops. They are simply stunning. Though they may be expensive, a flower wall definitely makes a statement. Whether it’s monochromatic or multi-colored, fresh flowers are vibrant in color. Not to mention, they smell so good! An event planner should try to appeal to the five senses, and a flower wall definitely [...]
TREND ALERTS
Happy Earth Day!
Happy Earth Day everyone! Planning green events is a strong trend, and it’s one that’s not going away any time soon. In honor of Earth Day, here are some eco-friendly tips for your next event! Try to eliminate the use of paper print-outs by providing iPads to rent. Smart Source is a company [...]
Trend Alert: Marble Madness
I’ve been noticing a popularity in decor that has a marbled texture to it lately. I like the swirls of color. An added plus to marbled items is that lots of it can be DIY! Try some of these ideas this year for Easter – pastel marbled items look just perfect. This runner has [...]
OTHER RECENT POSTS
Chic Travel Essentials
This week I am in Sweden on a business trip! I’ll tell you more about it next week when I return. In the meantime, I wanted to share with you my travel essentials for overseas trips. They are functional yet chic travel essentials – just perfect! Billabong / L’Occitane lip gloss / Deodorant, [...]
Friday Five: Mother’s Day Gifts
Mother’s Day is coming up! Do you have a nice brunch or dinner planned? I wanted to make today’s Friday Five special and provide you with some gift ideas for mom! I know I usually just have five items featured, but I couldn’t resist – so here are eight really cute ideas. Personalized Java [...]
Trend Alert: Mini Appetizers
I love the new trend of mini appetizers at events. They’re so cute – what’s not to love! I consider a mini appetizers something that we would normally have as a whole meal but it’s been shrunken down to 1-2 bites! Events that serve all appetizers tend to be memorable ones – it not [...]
Great Gatsby Party Inspiration
Are you as excited as me for The Great Gatsby to come out this week?! I’m completely in love with the decadence and luxury described in the book. What a unique and glamorous time decade. I was always sad that Gatsby didn’t get to be with Daisy in the end – but maybe that’s part [...]
Friday Five
This week has been very busy for me! TGIF! Beautiful pewter letter “B” from my mom! White roses from my boyfriend! Moonstone earrings from Loft Jenny Packham Spring 2013 Bridal Collection Simply adorable!! ~Have a great weekend!~
Fiesta Food
Last week, I wrote a post on Cinco de Mayo decor. A party is not complete without great food though! So today, I want to highlight some delicious food you can serve for your fiesta this weekend! You can never go wrong with 7 layer dip – and how cute are they in [...]
Cinco de Mayo Table Settings
Cinco de Mayo is about a week away so if you are planning to throw a fiesta, check out this post for some party inspiration! I find that these themed parties are more often then not characterized by bright colors, fringe, and paper decor that’s reminiscent of pinatas. Consider using traditional Mexican fabric (horizontally [...]
Venue Highlight: The Oasis
Over the weekend I went to Austin for a bachelorette party for one of my friends. For lunch on Saturday, we went the The Oasis, and it was absolutely gorgeous! I would seriously consider this venue for my own rehearsal dinner – not that I’m planning a wedding for myself yet…just on Pinterest! If [...]
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