Archive for July, 2008

Budget-Conscious Flowers

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

For most hosts and hostesses, the budget is a huge concern.  When it comes to flowers – don’t get discouraged!  Try this idea out:  first, find a florist that will do the arranging and storage only.  Then, order your flowers from an online wholesaler such as Blooms by the Box and have them delivered to your florist.  You’ll save a ton of money by purchasing the flowers at a much lower price and you’ll still get the professionals do to the arranging! 

Still doesn’t fit in your budget?  Choose an inexpensive flower and  some vases from garage sales or a dollar store and arrange it yourself!  Our favorite is the Peruvian Lily (also called Alstroemeria) because you can purchase it in so many different colors and it’s very budget friendly!  Another suggestion is Gladiolus which gives your flower features beautiful height.  There’s always a way to give the impression of a huge floral budget for pennies!

Peruvian Lillies              Gladiolus

Easy Baby Shower Decor

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

One of my favorite ways to decorate for a baby shower is both inexpensive and helpful!  All you need is a few packages of onesies, some pretty clothespins and some decorative rope (on the thicker side).  Take the rope and drape it on the walls or from the ceiling of the party area.  Ensure it’s stable and then clothespin on the onesies all over the room!  It creates a fantastic and appropriate decoration for the festivities and afterwards the mother-to-be can pack the onesies away until the baby is born!  You can also mix in infant t-shirts, socks, etc. and it works for indoor and outdoor showers!

Onesies hanging on line

Hot Color Palette Alert: Blue & Orange

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Think summer, warm weather and sunshine with this beautiful and cheerful color palette.  Great for a beach-themed wedding or one that just needs a bit more punch!  There are so many ways to use this color combination: decorate your tables with bowls of different types of citrus fruits and use clear blue glassware and chargers or have  your bridesmaids incorporate the theme with blue dresses and orange-hued bouquets.  What a lovely choice!

Blue and Orange Inspiration Board

A New Twist on Centerpieces for Casual Affairs

Monday, July 28th, 2008

Save your guests time and save yourself some money! Instead of having flower centerpieces on each table, have a bucket filled with ice and bottles of beer set on a small pedestal in the middle of the table. Waiters will keep an eye on the bucket throughout the meal and the dance and replenish them when needed. It’ll save your guests the trouble of going back and forth to the bar and you won’t need to spend money on expensive flower centerpieces! A few suggestions for gorgeous decorative buckets are from the MacBeth Collection – first you choose the style of bucket you’d like and then choose from tons of different fresh design choices.

Hit the Roof: Eye-catching design

Friday, July 25th, 2008

Many hosts and hostesses pick out the picture-perfect centerpieces, gorgeous linens, A-list chefs and the best band around. However, they forget one of the most eye-catching design elements of any event: the ceiling. Whether it’s draping the ballroom ceiling, creating a partial false ceiling at an outdoor party, or having a hanging art piece – it’s imperitive to have something for your guests’ eyes to be amazed with. Check out just a few of our favorite ideas below.

Outdoor False Ceiling

Draped Ceiling

Glass Bubble Ceiling

Get Creative with Cake

Thursday, July 24th, 2008

Here are some inspirational cakes for your next event!  Base it on your event theme like the moroccan pillows, use your favorite photos as decoration, tie in some bright colors with citrus fruit instead of flowers, use your favorite hobby like the lighthouse or the design of your favorite painting like Monet’s Water Lilies.  It’s a great way to personalize your cake and will certainly be a showstopper at your event!

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Party like a Rockefeller

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

During the depression, while the rest of the country was pinching pennies and just scraping by, the Rockefeller family was holding fabulous soirees complete with unique ideas.  One of my favorites centerpiece ideas stems from their lavish parties.  The Rockefellers would put a long, rectangular box filled with sand in the middle of the dinner table.  The mini trowels  placed in the box helps the guests unearth their party favors: emerald necklaces, diamond earrings, ruby bracelets, you name it!  Why not update this idea by choose or creating a box of your own, filling it with decorative stones, crystals or even candy, and hiding favors in it?

Personalized Apparel: Brides, Moms-to-Be, Bridesmaids, etc.

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

If you are a bride dying for one of the very trendy “Soon to be Mrs. Smith” zip up sweatshirts or a friend who wants to add some fun to a baby shower – look no further than www.cafepress.com. This site offers an entire line of clothing from t-shirts to terrycloth hoodies to maternity wear and even thong underwear. You can pick from a ready-made design or even upload your own logo! Best of all, the site is much more budget friendly than the usual suppliers. What a great way to keep the theme going on your special day!

Tank Top Zip up sweatshirt

Maternity wear Maid of Honor shirt

Un-Veiling your Options

Monday, July 21st, 2008

Not excited about the traditional wedding veil? Check out one of our favorite non-traditional headpiece designers: Artikal. You can choose from ready-made pieces or design your own. This is an especially great touch for vintage or old Hollywood themed weddings. Check out all their designs at http://www.artikal.com or do a search on http://www.etsy.com to find a handcrafted piece.

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Kleinfeld Sample Sale July 22nd!

Friday, July 18th, 2008

Doors open at 3:00 and close at 7:00.  110 West 20th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues (646) 633-4300  www.kleinfeldbridal.com