Eventfully Yours

Casual, Semi-Formal, and Formal, Oh My!

How many times have you received an invitation in the mail and read the dreaded "formal attire" only to think to yourself, I don't know what to wear!  Well, I have comprised a list that will help you to figure it out the next time.

Formal Attire
Women                                                                                Men
Full Length, formal ball gowns                                 Tuxedo
Full length, formal sheath dresses
Dresses in shinier fabrics for evening events
Dresses in non-shiny fabrics for daytime events      

Semi-Formal
Women                                                                                    Men
Cocktail-length or beveled-length dresses                Tuxedo
Dresses in shinier fabrics for evening events            Dark Suits with tie
Dresses in non-shiny fabrics for daytime events

Casual
Women                                                                                   Men
Knee-length dresses                                                            Blazer with khaki pants
Slipdresses                                                                             Button down shirt with khaki pants
Sundress

This is just a starting point for you and you can work from here.  Ladies don't be alarmed, I know there are nice formal pant suits available out there as well.  Those are also a great option!

Until next time, eventfully yours!
Kandice

Location, Location, Location

Before you begin to find the perfect location for your next event, think about some of the crucial factors that will help to determine what location is a good fit for you.

Your Budget
On a scaled down budget, you're probably not going to be looking at that five star hotel's main ballroom.  Your budget determines nearly every choice you make for your event and location adheres to the same rules.  Some sites do require a minimum expenditure of $8,000 to $15,000 to even let you in the door.  So knowing your budget ahead of time will eliminate these costly options and open doors to more reasonable ones.

Your Personal Preferences
Even on a budget, you can have elements of your own fabulous event.  Even though you may want to save money, its important that you don't sacrifice what you really want, because then what is the point.  Nine times out of ten, your perfect location is out there for you in your price range.

Your Guest List
If you read any of my other posts, I always talk about your guest list, because in a nutshell it holds the power over your event.  You'll need to know how many people are on your list, so you can book a location that will fit them all comfortably and within the site's safety code.  A smaller guest list opens up some unique and inexpensive possibilities.

Style of Your Event
Certain locations are just a better fit for a smaller more intimate event.  If you know you are looking for a laid back spot for thirty guests, your options are different than if you are looking for a formal setting for 100 guests.  Just the same, if you have your heart set on an outdoor fete, that wish determines the scope of your search.

until next time, eventfully yours!
Kandice

Why Custom Wrapped Candy Bars

If you have taken a good look at my website, you'll notice that I sell custom wrapped candy bars.  I got into this because I think they are a great alternative to your usual party favor.  I quickly found that they can be used for so many more things than just favors.

Custom Wrapped Candy Bars can be used for:

1. Instead of a card send a candy bar with a personalized message
2. Use one to promote your business
3. Birth announcement
4. Invitation
5. Table Centerpieces
6. Fundraisers

Next time you need something different for an event or just because, give Signature Soirees a call.  We carry more designs than on our website and can also handle custom orders.

Just Be Nice

My mother is in the process of getting new windows in her house. As
the salesman wrote up her order, he outlined the many discounts he was
giving her. He then added that when people are nice to him, he
doesn't mind giving discounts.

I thought to myself that could be so true in everyday life. So next
time you are out dealing with vendors or anyone else just be nice!
You never know what goodies you may get!

Sent from my iPhone

Greening Your Event

Green is the new black!  Everyone is doing all they can to go green, or become more environmentally responsible.  People are working hard to do so in their homes and businesses, but often times drop the ball when it comes to event planning.

How can you green your next event?  Here are a few simple steps:

Invitations
Use invitations that are made of recycled paper.  You'll be surprised at the many designs and choices that are offered these days.

Suppliers
Only choose to work with vendors and/or suppliers who share your green views and have  programs  in place that reflect that.

Venues
Same as suppliers.  Use a venue that agrees with your green values.

Trash
Instead of garbage being hauled to a landfill, turn some trash into compost to further benefit the environment.

For more information on a green event visit www.greeneventmanagement.com