SoCo Events Featured: Grace Ormonde Tabletop Design

I have been waiting to post this for some time now, and I am very excited to share that our tabletop design is featured in the current issue of Grace Ormonde Wedding Style Magazine!

Last winter, I was honored when the Grace Ormonde team contacted me to help coordinate their trip to DC.  I immediately put together lists of amazing venues here in our nation's capital that fit the Grace Ormonde style and got to work organizing.  

Once Grace chose the Anderson House and the St. Regis Hotel from my list, Amaryllis and I started the designing process.  

I hope you enjoy the end result as much as we do!

Thank you to all of the amazing vendors who put in a tremendous labor of love for this shoot

Amaryllis, Inc. Floral & Event Design

Anderson House

St. Regis Hotel

Wildflower Linen

DC Rental

Momental Designs

Radcliffe Jewelers

Band Spotlight: Rhythm Collective

When a band is so wonderful, they need to be shared! 

A few weeks ago I was lucky to work with Rhythm Collective at my wedding in Nantucket.  The band from Elan Artists truly "wowed" me!  They not only packed the dance floor, but were great at reading the crowd and gave them exactly what they wanted! 

My favorite moment was when the sax, trumpet and tambourine players lead the New Orleans' traditional "second line" to the after party.  Pictures and videos of that to come soon!

Check out their video below!

By the way, Daniel, the band leader is amazing to work with and his version of "Pumped Up Kicks," may just be better than the original!

RECAP: Bridal Market Week NYC - Spring 2013

We were not able to make it up to New York City for Bridal Market Week to see the Spring 2013 Collections, but we found an amazing recap from the team at Solutions Bridal.  The Spring 2013 Collections are to die for!  We couldn't get enough of Rivini, Watters & Watters and (of course) Marchesa!

Nantucket Wedding Preview

We can't wait to share our amazing wedding weekend in Nantucket with you!  Here are a few photos from our trip to give you a taste of how beautiful Nantucket is in the fall.  The fabulous Justine Ungaro photographed this wedding and she was a dream to work with!  We will share her beautiful photos with you soon! 

 If you aren't already following us on Instagram, make sure to do so @SoCoEvents

Afternoon bike ride in Nantucket.

Favors.

Amazing custom floral fabric chair sash by our team at SoCo Events!

Justine Ungaro showing the bride & groom how it's done!

EVENT: Rivini Trunk Show at Carine's Bridal

EVENT: Bliss Monique Lhuillier Spring 2013 at Carine's Bridal Atelier

Shop the gorgeous Bliss Monique Lhuillier Spring 2013 Collection at Carine's Bridal Atelier September 27, 28 and 29!  

Book your appointment today by calling 202.965.4696.

Pretty in Peplum!

Peplum, we see this trend everywhere!  It has moved it's way into bridal fashion and was all over the runway for the Spring 2013 bridal collections.  We are starting to see some fabulous gowns available for Fall 2012 weddings and we couldn't be happier!  

Peplum is not only trendy going into the Fall season, but it also does something that we love...hide a bit of belly bulge to make a smooth silhouette in your gown.  You can't go wrong with any of these dresses.  They are truly spectacular!

Tulle peplum and floral embroidery.Dress, Elizabeth Fillmore.
Photo Credit: Brides.com

Marchesa's silk-crepe gown is nipped at the waist, playing up an hourglass figure.Photo Credit: Brides.com


Isaac Mizrahi Wedding Gown




Amsale Dress.  Photo Credit: firstVIEW

Carolina Herrera Photo Credit: firstVIEW

THE LWD: Little White Dress

More and more of my lovely brides are choosing to have a wardrobe change into a fun party dress fit for dancing!  These little dresses are making their way into after parties all over the wedding scene.  We think this is a trend that is here to stay! Not only does this make for a fab photo, it is actually functional for the dance floor and (dare I say it) something you could wear again!

You can go the couture route or off the rack.
The choices are endless, but here are a few of our faves...

You can never go wrong in Marchesa!!

Do you think recent bride, Blake Lively, wore an after party dress like this?!?

SoCo Event's bride Katie looked stunning in Monique Lhuillier

This Antonio Berardi embroidered number proves that you do not always have to go with white!

Theses LWD are off the rack and on SALE!!


Are you wearing a LWD on your wedding day?!?


{Photo Credits: 1-Marchesa, 2-Mademmoiselle Blake Lively, 3-Isacson Studios, 4- Fashionologie, 5&6-Saks Fifth Avenue}

The Queen of Etiquette Has New Wedding Rules!

There is no denying that Martha Stewart is the modern queen of etiquette.  We all know and love Emily Post, but Emily is not a fan of breaking traditional rules.  Martha, on the other hand, has no fear of going against the norm every once in a while, which is why we love her!  

I stumbled upon a great post on Martha's website the other day, "The New Wedding Rules" .  These "Rules" are something that we have always believed in at SoCo Events, but the fact that Martha was stating it to the world, makes all the difference.  Why?  Because people listen to her!  

Here's to being YOU at YOUR wedding!

Rule #1: You Don't Have to Wear White

Photo Credit: Jose Picayo / marthastewart.com

Rule #2: You Can Ask Anyone to Be in Your Party

Photo Credit: Jose Picayo / marthastewart.com

Rule #3: You Can Send Out a Handwritten Invitation

Photo Credit: marthastewart.com

Rule #4: You Can Have Any Stone in Any Setting

Photo Credit: marthastewart.com

Rule #5: Your Flowers and Your Favors Can Do Double Duty

Photo Credit: marthastewart.com

Rule #6: You Can Make Your Reception Venue Feel More Like a Home

Photo Credit: marthastewart.com

 Rule #7: You Can Serve Whatever You Want With Dessert

Photo Credit: marthastewart.com

Perfect Presentation!

It is no surprise how powerful the art of presentation can be.  This is even more true in the wedding world.  How you present your wedding details gives guests a glimpse into your style and sets the tone for your entire day.  We believe that every decision you make should be an opportunity to infuse style into your wedding and truly "brand" your day!  

Here are a few of our favorite pretty presentations...

This homemade Limoncello looks like something off the shelves of a gourmet  grocery 

Cake in a jar complete with a spoon...these may not last the car ride home!

Simple macaroons look lovely with the detailed packaging

We custom made these welcome packets for our bride.  They were a gorgeous presentation and kept everything neatly in place! 

Another favorite from a past bride.  Cookies look anything but ordinary with a monogram label and beautiful bow!

These "Hangover Helpers" were a huge hit at the after party!  The kit kept in theme and color and came in handy the next morning!




How are you branding your big day??

{Photo Credits: 1-Elizabeth Anne Designs, 2-The Antique Door, 3-Martha Stewart Weddings, 4-Justine Ungaro, 5&6-Isacson Studios}

Our Pinterest Obsession!

We are beyond obsessed with Pinterest! Are you on this fabulous website?

Check out our pinboards by clicking on the photo below and let us know what you think!

 

A British Love Affair!

It is no secret that I am a little obsessed with the Brits.  The recent Olympics and my ex footballer English neighbor have not helped the situation.  One of the traditions I wish we Yanks would adopt is the use of numerous flower girls and page boys at weddings.  There is nothing cuter than little cherubs coming down the aisle!  Just look at these images below...

 The Royal Wedding set so many trends, hopefully this is one of them!

These little rock stars prove that you do not have to be as formal as the Royals!

Don't they look like little angels?!!?

I literally die for this photo!  Everything Kate Moss does is perfection!


 Now, if we could only talk with that accent....

{Photo Credits: 1-BBC UK, 2- Green Wedding Shoes, 3-Save Wedding Day, 4-Vogue}

Decor Inspiration: Backdrop Beauty

Wedding backdrops have become huge! Whether you choose to have one at your ceremony or behind the head table, backdrops are one of the top trending focus elements moving into 2013.

 

We are currently designing some amazing backdrops for an upcoming wedding, which was the inspiration behind this post.   We can't tell you how much we love that by adding this element to the party, it allows us to infuse an enormous amount of style.  Backdrops can transform your decor and truly set the stage for your wedding.

We have always been a fan of backdrops here at SoCo Events and love how they create the ceremony focal point, turn a dessert table into a confectionary centerpiece or provide color and style for the background of photos.  Here are a few of our favorite background beauties...

Our paper flower wall was inspired by a Chanel runway show, and Amaryllis was amazing in making it come to life!

Isn't this ceremony backdrop dreamy?!?!?

I love the texture and dimension!

Like a love letter from years past, this backdrop is ultra romantic!

The color blocking would be great as a photo booth backdrop

We loved seeing our name in lights!  

As you are planning the decor for your event, don't forget the power of the backdrop.  You will thank yourself later when looking at all of your photos!

{Photo Credits: 1-Holland Photo Arts, 2-Daisy Dreaming Blog, 3-Shop Ruche, 4-Style Me Pretty, 5-Martha Stewart Weddings, 6-Eli Turner Photography}