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Tips for Creating the Perfect Lounge
  • January 17, 2013/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

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One of the first questions I ask my clients during the design process is, “What kind of environment are you looking to create for your guests?” and the response I hear a lot includes: unpretentious, relaxed , social and welcoming. A great way to create this atmosphere is to incorporate lounge areas into their designs. It can be as simple as having two sofas facing each other or as posh as having multiple tufted banquettes with custom sewn pillows, several ottomans and accent pieces and all surrounding an over the top floral arrangement that stands 4′ high. The concept works within most budget ranges because you could spend anywhere from $300 to $3,000.

Here are some of my ideas for creating lounges:

Staging is Key –  There are many ways to arrange the furniture for your lounge and it really depends on the number of pieces you have. Make sure it is easily accessible from all angles and faces the crowd. To get some ideas on furniture arrangements, take a look at the pictures below. There is a wide variety for you to consider.

Provide Seating for 6+ – Make sure your lounge area can accommodate at least 6 people so that it keeps a warm, social and inviting space.

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Tent it – a small tent will do…20×20 or so. A clear top will allow guests can enjoy the twinkling stars. A white tent will allow you to have fun with draping and trims!

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Lighting – Lighting the lounge is a fun way to set the ambiance and glam up the space. Have fun with it! Hang a single statement making chandelier over the entire space or multiple small chandeliers as a runner over the long coffee table. Not a fan of chandeliers? Use lamps! Dress up a side table or other accent table with a beautiful lamp or two and you’re set! On a budget? Go with candles…lots of them. Nothing is more romantic than the flicker of a candle after all.

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Keep it Clean – Don’t crowd the space with too much.

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Get Eclectic – Keep your furniture pieces simple, but eclectic. For example, pair a tufted white couch with either a chaise lounge, multiple ottomans, two colorful armchairs chairs, a wooden bench or a combination of these pieces.

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Bold Accents – From pillows and flowers to umbrellas and light fixtures, pull in pops of color around your main pieces.

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Add a Backdrop – Create a wall behind the lounge by using long strands of crystal beads, pipe and drape in sheer organza fabric or a makeshift gallery wall of eclectic vintage mirrors.

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Create Multiple Lounges in One – I love this idea! Start with a 4’x4′ linen covered table with a tall floral arrangement as your center. Then place the back side of 4 sofas or banquettes around it. Then build your lounges by adding more pieces to the four sides. Just be sure to keep all four areas uniform in look.

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Build a “Patio” – I adore this idea too! Setup your lounge to look like a “patio” off of your tent space! Elevate it off the ground and have a set of steps leading to it. Lay down sisal rugs or carpet to cover the flooring and string cafe lights above. Then set your lounge up as you wish! One thing you’ll want to make sure you do it create a barrier around the sides so guests do not fall off as the night goes on.

If you have any more ideas for lounges, we would love to hear them in our comments section!

xoxo
Jen
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Leanne + Greg {married 10.20.12}
  • December 12, 2012/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

Leanne and Greg were married on Saturday, October 20th in Bluffton, SC. As soon as I met the bride and groom to tour them around Hilton Head and Bluffton in search for the perfect wedding venue, I knew they were a special couple with a beautiful vision in mind! Their personalities and love for each other made my time spent with them planning the details and absolute joy.  We spent 8 months planning their special day. From the venue to the flowers and every last detail, it was an absolute honor to share in this experience with them.

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Leanne and Greg’s color palette consisted of crimson red, navy and white with silver metallics sprinkled throughout. We had their chiavari chairs, bars and cake table custom painted in a beveled mercury glass color. It was exquisite. The florals, provided by A Floral Affair, consisted of the most beautiful crimson red peonies I’ve ever laid my eyes on. One bloom was all you needed to make a bold statement in everything from Leanne’s bouquet to the centerpieces themselves.

Leanne and Greg were married at St. Andrew’s Chapel in Bluffton with a traditional Catholic mass. After the ceremony, guests were shuttled to Oldfield Plantation for a fun and relaxed reception. Cocktail Hour was quite a treat. They had bluegrass music played live by the Blue Plantation Band while guests sipped specialty cocktails and played lawn games of corn hole and croquet.

After a beautiful mouthwatering plated dinner of Lowcountry fare, guests hit the dance floor and then the party really stated. DJ Jamie Bodie of JLK Events had {every. single. guest.} on the glossy white dance floor. From dancing the irish jig of Notre Dame’s fight song to Gangnum style, this group had the time of their life and the party could have seriously lasted all night.

Enjoy this peek into Leanne and Greg’s  wedding day, courtesy of Concept A Photography.

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xoxo
Jen
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2013 Pantone Color of the Year
  • December 11, 2012/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

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This week, Pantone released it’s 2013 color of the year and it’s one of my favorites…EMERALD! There is nothing to NOT love about this color…it’s jewel toned, rich, elegant and pairs beautifully with all shades of metallic. It also resembles the natural elements of earth as you see it everywhere from leafy greens to the jewel itself. Emerald is a luxurious color and perfect to incorporate into the most important day of your life. From bridesmaid’s dresses to china, the possibilities are endless and I’ll prove it right here!

Be inspired…

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Style Me Pretty

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Emerald Place Setting

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Perfect sofa for a lounge area

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Pair emerald with black and white!

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Martha Stewart

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Ring Bearer Pillow

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Emerald Ruffle Cake

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Dessy Group

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Emerald Bauble Necklace

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Emerald Rehearsal Dinner Dress by Rory Beca

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I want one of these in my home!

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Emerald Shoes

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Polka Dot Dress

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Eclectic Emerald Glassware

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Show Stopping Sparkly Shoes

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Fresh Floral Garland Runner

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Tea Station

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Natural Entrance

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Floral Centerpiece with Emerald Accents

xoxo
Jen
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Embellished Events
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Glitter + Glam
  • October 23, 2012/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

Dazzle and delight your guests with wedding details that sparkle and shine. Glitz and glamour is among one of the top up and coming trends and it’s one that we just adore! From bridal fashion to tabletop decor, there are limitless ways to add sparkle to your Big Day!

We love this sequined gold top paired with a pink ballerina skirt!

Add some sparkle to your cake with edible gold dust. Or add a strip of glittered ribbon to the edge of your cake stand for a pop of something special.

These enveloped from Etsy are sure to surprise and delight your guests.

Create an impressive look on your tables by covering them in gleaming linens like this one here from Style Me Pretty. Then keep the details on top simple, from the floral arrangements to the napkins and chargers. Candles create a beautiful reflection on these linens so you can’t have enough of them!

I just adore these shoes from Kate Spade! They’re perfect in every way and add the perfect pop of sparkle to your step.

Have your bridesmaids coordinate in these glammed up heels from Kate Spade!

Incorporate your theme of sparkle into your printed items by adorning place cards with elegant sequins. Don’t have the time to be so crafty? Enlist a crafter from Etsy to make them for you.

Incorporate glitter accents into your cake design like this one here!

These chargers can be so simple to make! Just cover the edged in mod podge, cover it in sparkles and TA-DA! Or you can just enlist our friends over at Etsy to provide them for you.

How adorable are these glittered monogram letters? Put these anywhere at your reception to add a fun and personalized touch of something special.

I just LOVE the gold bands around this cake and the easy DIY cake stand!

xoxo
Jen
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FALLing in Love with Autumn!
  • October 11, 2012/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

Fall really is the most wonderful time of the year – harvest festivals, pumpkin spice everything, mid-70’s temps with cloud-less skies, changing leaves and fabulous fashion! We love everything about fall…but most especially the weddings! If you’re newly engaged and planning your wedding for fall of 2013, we’ve got some colorful inspirations for you to consider. From the food and drinks to the place settings, we want you to embellish your special day with fall details galore!

xoxo
Jen
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Embellished Events
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Info@EmbellishedWeddings.com

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Swooning Over Seersucker!
  • May 31, 2012/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

It’s summertime in the South, which means seersucker is THE fabric of choice, and for good reason. It’s colorful, goes with everything, cool, crisp and super preppy. Seersucker is woven in a way that allows air to easily circulate throughout the fabric, which in turn keeps us cool during those hot summer months between April and September. It’s perfect for any southern lady’s or gentleman’s wardrobe.

Seersucker doesn’t have to be limited to just your wardrobe! In fact, you can incorporate seersucker into just about anything!I am in love with weddings that incorporate this soft textured fabric into their decor and wardrobes! From wedding dresses to accessories and linens, seersucker is the perfect embellishment for any summer wedding down here in the South. Here are some ideas that we are crazy over! My favorite is this beautiful wedding dress 🙂

Here’s to your new SOMETHING BLUE!!

Southern Wedding Magazine

Breakfast at Yurmans

The Cake Girls

Etsy

West Elm

Lilly Pulitzer

A Lowcountry Wedding

Etsy

Southern Weddings Magazine

Martha Stewart

Brookelyn Photography

xoxo
Jen
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Embellished Events
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Info@EmbellishedWeddings.com

Hilton Head Island, SC Wedding Planner
Savannah, GA Wedding Planner
Beaufort, SC Wedding Planner
Charleston, SC Wedding Planner


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