While we know your guests will be on the dance floor most of the night, it’s fun to have other activities planned for them as well. Photobooths have become very popular at weddings and we’ve found another fun idea to incorporate into your reception, Speechbooth. Speechbooth gives every guest the chance to make a speech and tell you just how much they love you.
The week of your big day, Speechbooth will mail you the easy to assemble light-weight kit. Throughout your reception, guests record video messages at their leisure with an easy to use touch screen that does not require an onsite attendant. A week after returning the kit, Speechbooth compiles all of the recordings into a video filled with memories of your wedding that will last a lifetime.
The weather is finally starting to get warmer, and we can’t wait for the sunshine to finally be full time in the Steel City. We’ve started to think of some of our favorite things to help us get through the final cold days – did any of your favorite things make our list?
Lilly for Target
It’s every girl’s two favorite things wrapped into one – Lilly Pulitzer at Target! While this partnership was announced back in January, just recently the designs for Target were released, and they will officially go on sale on April 19. Here are some of our favorite looks from the collection (which includes clothing, home décor and accessories).
We love the cute outfits!
Home décor has never been so much fun – we love these porcelain bowls, each with an 18-carat gold rim (there’s also a matching plate set!)
Or take all your makeup essentials with you for the weekend in a cute makeup clutch.
We can’t wait until April 19!
Movies
Cinderella was recently released by Disney in live-action format with stars Cate Blanchett as the evil stepmother and big screen newcomer Lily James as the lead role. It was a huge hit opening weekend, grossing more than $70.1 million dollars in the U.S. alone.
In the recent weeks, Disney has announced four other classics that would be made into live-action adaptions – Mulan, Beauty and the Beast, Dumbo and The Jungle Book. The films are rumored to be released as early as 2017 – and we can’t wait! Big stars are lined up for the movies, including Emma Watson as Belle and Emma Thompson as Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast. In The Jungle Book, Benedict Cumberbatch is set to star as the tiger while Christian Bale has been cast as the panther, and newcomer Rohan Chand as Mowgli. The early stages of the production of Dumbo have begun, with Tim Burton named as the director, and Mulan was just announced on March 30 as the latest Disney movie to be adapted as a live-action film.
Wedding Cakes
A delicious complement to our previous pick, we also love these Disney-inspired wedding cakes from WeddingChicks.com. These cakes are elegant and romantic with a subtle touch of Disney flair.
With the seasons changing, it is time to put away your winter clothes and bring out the spring and summer fashions! Some of our favorite blogs are Sequins and Things by Alyson Haley, Just Dandy by Danielle, and Summer Wind by Sydney Carver – we love their ideas for what to wear for the upcoming warmer seasons!
Sequins and Things blogger Alyson Haley
Just Dandy blogger Danielle
Oh how we miss Sydney – following her blog is the next best thing to having her here!
Kate Spade Bridal
We love the Kate Spade Bridal collection! There is sure to be something you can find for your wedding on this site. The collection features a wide range of gifts, which are perfect for your best friend’s bridal shower or to give to your bridesmaids as presents.
This necklace will make the perfect statement at your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner or even on your big day.
Find the perfect shoes for your wedding, or this sheath dress for your bridal shower or rehearsal dinner.
Grab a glass of bubbly at your reception in one of these embellished champagne flutes.
And drive away in style with a “Just Married” window cling.
Make sure to sign up for email alerts to get the latest news on the trends and sales on the Kate Spade Bridal website.
Lounge Wear
When we are not running around or meeting with clients, especially on the weekends, and we have a chance to relax, we love putting on something comfy to lounge around. That’s where our favorite graphic t-shirts come in – we just love how soft the fabric is on this ILY Couture shirt.
And for our soon-to-be-married clients … make sure to snag this comfy tee for your days off.
We also love this black, fleece robe from Victoria’s Secret. It’s perfect to get cozy in on a rainy day or to slip into after you take a shower.
Sally Hansen
A fresh manicure is one of our favorite things at The Event Group, but don’t you always hate it when it chips the next day? That’s why we love Sally Hansen’s Mega Shine Top Coat – your manicure will last for days longer!
Make sure to check out our Pinterest boards for more of our favorite things as well as our blog.
Welcome to our first-ever Throwback Thursday blog spotlight, where we take a look at our favorite posts from the past.
This week, we revisit our favorite tips for bridal beauty and fashion on your big day. Whether you want the perfect hairstyle or to find the perfect shade of lipstick, here are the best of the best from our blog.
The Event Group blog is your place to find the latest and most inspired tips and trends in wedding planning & special events. Along with sharing our insider information, we will also be featuring our very talented colleagues within the industry as guest bloggers for a more in-depth look at the many facets of event and wedding planning to keep you inspired.
We welcome you to share your thoughts, special event ideas and inspiration with us. We hope you enjoy exploring our events as much as we enjoy planning them! Follow my blog with Bloglovin
