Planning a bridal shower in May? Great! Not only is that a fun and sunny time of year, it’s also right around the Cinco de Mayo festival. Combine the two reasons to celebrate in an ultra-festive event decked out in vibrant fiesta-style decorations! If you’re not quite sure how to capture... [Read More]

Sakura. These delicate, blush pink cherry blossoms that burst forth each springtime are dainty and simple individually. But when these sweet blooms crown cherry trees in an entire park or orchard, they present an absolutely breathtaking sight! Treasured for their fleeting beauty, sakura are also believed... [Read More]

Bridal showers and Easter time just seem to have so much in common! Flowers in bloom, soft pastel colors everywhere, and sweet spring-inspired gifts for all. But if you feel that an Easter-themed celebration may end up too cutesy and kiddie-oriented for your taste, there’s no need to worry. We... [Read More]

Are you a couple with a bit o’ the Irish in either one or both of you? If so, wouldn’t it be fun to plan your engagement party around St. Patrick’s Day and celebrate your heritage with family and friends?* For such a meaningful occasion, though, we’d like to suggest a more subtle,... [Read More]

So, it’s final. You’ve decided on a romantic beach ambiance for your wedding party. You can almost hear the gentle lapping of the waves and feel the warm, calming breeze. But wait! You’re stumped about what colors to use! Will you go beach umbrella bright? Snappy nautical? Exotic turquoise... [Read More]

If the whole sweet-and-pretty bridal shower concept isn’t your style, then we have something for you. A party inspired by the distinctive pop art of Andy Warhol! Here’s your chance to express your fun, artsy personality with an eco-friendly bent as well. For this exciting concept, we used... [Read More]

Japanese art and culture are so distinctive that a wedding party with this theme is just brimming with decorative possibilities. To appreciate each artful detail, this motif works best for a small yet elegant gathering—your engagement dinner perhaps, a get-together for the in-laws-to-be, or an intimate... [Read More]

Ride on the “Twilight” trend for a bridal shower party just in time for Halloween! With stylish allusions to the popular vampire saga, we lure you in to a party setting that will give guests both thrills and chills. All in fun, of course! So be prepared to fall under the spell of these entertaining... [Read More]

A holiday season bridal shower that’s not all about Christmas? Absolutely! Take this chance to step out of the traditional red-and-green palette and the holly-and-berries motif…and step into a magical, fanciful party scene that celebrates the wonders of winter. Whether you’re in a... [Read More]

“Hhhmmm…is an at-home wedding for me?” If you’re asking this question, then there is a side of you that is definitely keeping this option open. If you are lucky enough to live in a place with ample space for 30 to 40 people, then perhaps a fall celebration right where you grew... [Read More]

Just picture it—Havana in the 1920s. An exciting and imaginative setting for an engagement party that guests will be talking about long afterwards…and you are the hosts! The scene is pure vintage Cuba, reminiscent of the luxurious hacienda of a rich tobacco or sugar plantation owner. This ambiance... [Read More]

Lights, camera, party! What a thrill to host a bridal shower with the glamour of old Hollywood as its theme. For your design inspiration, think modern decor infused with subtle vintage touches full of scintillating charm. The result? A party scene that has definite star quality, yet a fun, casual atmosphere. Beyond... [Read More]

Traditionally, the rehearsal dinner gets the wedding party prepped for the big day. But it also often serves as an occasion for the in-laws-to-be to get to know each other better—if not meet for the first time! This calls for a welcoming, fun atmosphere then. And at the height of summer, what could... [Read More]

When most guests arrive at the wedding reception, their first thought is, “Where am I sitting?” (”And who am I sitting with?”) Easy interaction among guests and great conversation at every table are key ingredients of a successful party. So do ensure both, by planning ahead!... [Read More]

Roll out the carpet…a magic carpet, that is!…and prepare to transport your wedding shower guests to an exotic place and time. Think desert oasis or luxurious harem, a la Arabian Nights. We have just the ideas for pulling this look together in a surprisingly doable way. Simply draw up a small... [Read More]