TRENDSPOTTER: Vintage!

Is it due to the Royal Wedding or is everyone just loving everything vintage these days?  In our opinion this trend has been coming on strong for awhile and is now taking off.  From glassware to wedding veils, everywhere we turn we arethe old classic style.  It's not just attire or decor, we've seen a vintage style emerge in photos, video and music. 

If you'reon the guest list for any of these spectacular events, expect to see colored depression glass, floral china plates with scalloped edges, ornate flatware and lots of lace.  A tea course incorpoarting sterling silver pots and an eclectic mix of cups is the rage showcasing finger sandwiches and mini desserts.  Bird cages and mason jars are easily transformed into antiqued centerpieces.  A lot of the antique decor bring on a sense of nostalgia and creates an 'at home' feel.

What we love about vintage is it doesn't have to match; try different pieces together and you'll be amazed at the looks you can create.  And who knows who has once used these gorgeous patterns in the past.

Here are some inspirations for incorparitng that vintage feel into your next party! 

If you are interested in renting vintage items, check some of our favorite resources!

Be Our Guest Party Rental 

New England Vintage Rentals 

Fancy That! Unique Party Rentals

Sneak Peak; Table Designs for A Royal Affair

With the Royal Wedding almost a month away, we've been thinking about what the event will look like.  We know the china will have shades of blue gray tone with silver and gold accents.  We expect the table setting to be formal,  but modern and more simplisitc than we've seen in the past.

Thank you to Be Our Guest for helping us put this "Royal" table setting together.  We are so thrilled to see all the vintage pieces you've brought in.

Our window presents three different place settings to show you how to add a formal, royal flaire to your event.  Maybe you're planning a brunch with the girls to watch the festivities?  Get inspired.

A more classic pattern that also allows you to incorporate a modern twist to your table.

 A more traditional place setting with some vintage lace added to the napkin to add formal look.

We also have presented ideas for what might be on the Royal dinner menu to celebrate Kate and William's nuptials.  A modern dinner reception with some English favorites.

Introducing Our Newest Team Member: Ivy Finn!!

Well, we promised some big news in 2011 and we're ready to announce the next piece!  SD Events is  thrilled to welcome Ivy Finn as the newest member of the team.

In her role as production director, Ivy will oversee the Bat/Bar Mitzvah marketing and spearhead new business initiatives.  Having been in the business for over 15 years, her experience includes positions within event planning agencies as well as nonprofits.

Ivy prides herself on being involved in all aspects of her events, from custom invitations and floral design

to photography and gifts. Much sought after, she is best known for her creative and unexpected ideas and her exquisite attention to every last detail. Ivy's enthusiastic personality and calm demeanor help her clients relax as she plans a celebration that will be remembered forever!

She is also very active in the community and a supporter of many charities.

We're also excited to unveil the redesign of our office!  Thank you to Table Toppers, Be Our Guest and Party By Design for helping make it all come together!

Also, a HUGE thanks to Jo of Allegro photography for the amazing photos - Jo we love working with you!!

A meal fit for Royalty; What will be the featured cuisine on April 29?

The website is live and we're keeping up with all things Royal.  We have been tracking down every little detail of planning.  One thing no one has really discussed in detail: what will be on the menu for this Royal affair?  We got the scoop from one of the interviews with the former royal chef of Princess Diana, Darren McGrady.  He thinks there will be a mix of traditional English food with a mix of some of Kate and William's favorites.

Right after the ceremony the guests follow William and Kate's horse-drawn carriage to Buckingham Palace for a traditional wedding breakfast reception hosted by Queen Elizabeth II.  The menu at the breakfast consists of champagne, canapés and h'ors d'oeuvres.  The famous chef is guessing there they will be serving mini sausage rolls, smoked salmon, paté, just a few of the couple's favorite royal appetizers! 

In many other articles recapping the wedding breakfast of Charles and Diana it was stated that they had "a menu of fresh strawberries and cream, brill in lobster sauce, and supreme de voilaille Princess de Galles which is chicken breast stuffed with a fine lamb mousse."  We expect William and Kate to select a less "stuffy" menu and opt for something more modern and fun.
After their first official kiss on the balcony around 1:30 p.m.,  It's on to the big evening reception.  As with the breakfast, it's our guess William and Kate will incorporate a more modern flare - traditional and extravagant as royal weddings in the past.   The dinner will be more causal with all of the closest friends and family members (the owner of Kate's local pub will be in attendance).  The menu is expected to include a mixture of high-end British cuisine along with William's favorite meat pie. 

As far as dessert, English wedding cakes are traditionally fruit cakes containing nuts, raisins, dried fruit and brandy, but we expect something different will be on the menu for William and Kate...stay tuned.  We'll also be presenting design ideas for the gorgeous Royal menu card that will become a keepsake classic.

SD Events in this Sunday's Boston Herald!

Tasha was quoted in this Sunday's Boston Herald!  She talked about the trend of non-traditional video invitations. As the article says, it is a funky, cool new way to put a personal touch on your save the date, invitation, or post-wedding thank you notes. 

The video invite idea is great for any event and a great alternative or additon to the traditional paper invite.

Check out the amazing video invite GENERATIONS Cinemastories for Seirra Bat Mitzvah! 

Save the Date cards are boring, watch our video!