today’s guest:
Today I’m in the studio with Julie Swaney, owner of Limelight Events, a local St. Louis business with upscale event venues in St. Peters and Ellisville, Missouri. Parties and events are tailored to your group with personal service and design touches, and many options for food and desserts. Specializing in “petite events” such as Bridal Showers, Rehearsal Dinners, and Micro-Weddings. https://meetatlimelight.com/about/
TOP 6 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR WEDDING DAY YOU-NIQUE!
Your Wedding Day should be all about you, so Julie Swaney has provided us with some helpful ideas to personalize your BIG DAY!
#1.) CREATE A VISION BOARD – Before you purchase any items, or book any vendors, you should sit down and think about the overall concept that you’re wanting to achieve. Choose a theme. Do you two share in special interests or hobbies? Is there a certain style you prefer? Rustic? Elegant? Beachy? What colors are important to you? You should have 3 colors…. A Dominant, Paired, Accent. (*Color Schemes will be the focus of another episode…Stay Tuned)
#2.) USE MUSIC TO CREATE A MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCE – Talk to your music professional about creating a custom playlist. Think about songs that reflect moments in your relationship, or family traditions. Have you thought about writing a song?! Do it!! OR hire someone to write a song for you! Music is a fabulous way to personalize your event.
#3.) CREATIVE FLORALS – Flowers will be one of the most expensive items on your Wedding List…. but they don’t have to be. Julie suggests trying some interesting centerpiece alternatives, such as “floating flowers” in a beautiful glass vase. Or, build a floral wall for your ceremony backdrop, then reuse it at your reception for a photo wall.
#4.) PERSONALIZED FAVORS & GIFTS – Think of fun ways you can add your monogram or family crest to items that will be given as favors, and/or add your wedding party member names to their gifts. Looking for personalized items? Visit our sister company, YippeeWear at www.yippeewear.com where all Allegro Couples get a FREE custom design created for their own wedding swag.
#5.) IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT CAKE ANYMORE – Showcasing different dessert options is a fun way to share some of your favorites with guests. Did you two meet New England area? Perhaps a blueberry pie should be served… or maybe you met here in St. Louis, and you’d like to have Gooey Butter Cake as a special treat. Julie recommends having some bite size candies or cake-pops incorporated into your tablescape.
#6.) FUN WITH PROPS – Do you remember the couch featured in the intro to the “F.R.I.E.N.D.S” tv show? Maybe you’d like to setup a “scene” at your reception, where your guests can have memorable pictures taken. By adding a chaise lounge, or a set of wingback chairs, you’re setting the perfect location for fun photos! If you’re looking for more ideas, visit partiesandprops.com
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