Good-bye to 2009!

Although An Elegant Affair had a great 2009, I know many small businesses did not fair so well.  Having said that, I too am glad that 2009 is officially over.  I am, however, looking forward with optimism to 2010.  There is always something great about the start of a new year, a chance to wipe the slate clean and start anew.  Its almost like being re-born.  I love to get organized for the new year and I am always filled with great, new ideas for my business and for my brides.

Couples are still planning weddings and while they may need to find more creative ways to stretch a dollar, they are enthusiastic about planning.  I think it gives a couple even more reason to think of ways to personalize their weddings that reflect their style and interests without breaking the bank.

A few well-placed “special” items can lend a unique quality to the event such as the photo shown here of two of the bride’s favorite pets replicated in flowers.  Yes, this is an expensive item but what a wow! impact it had on the guests.  Doing something like this and placing it where the guests can see it as they arrive for cocktails infused the event with a hint of playfulness that set the tone for the rest of the reception.  It also served as a great conversation piece and ice breaker, getting guests to laugh and chat with each other about the “flower” dogs on the way into the cocktail hour.  Even if the rest of the flowers are more modest, one or two impact pieces are important. 

As we look forward to a new year, lets put our thinking caps on and come up with new, unique ways to plan one of the most important events in your life.

Filed under Evemts |