The Top 10 of 2010!

Wow, it's been a while since we've blogged.....I say we bring in the new decade with a couple of blogs about the wedding trends of 2010 ~ The Top 10 of 2010!

#10

A new trend for this year for weddings is live streaming. This is accomplished online thru a host site that will enable out of town family and friends to view their loved ones wedding live anywhere in the world!

#9

Limosusines, horse-drawn carriages, and luxury cars will stay the most popular for wedding transportation. But the bride and groom who want to make more of a statement in 2010 will consider a more unique way to make a grand entrance or exit. Some examples? How about hopping on a Harley and riding into the sunset? How about a bicycle built for two? or How about leaving your reception waving to your family and friends while floating away in a hot air balloon?

More 2010 trends coming soon.......Details Diva ~ Erin "Let's Plan This"

What an awesome thank you from Bride Megan!

We recieved this thank you note from Bride Megan today....We appreciate it!

"No words to explain how wonderful things looked! You ladies did such a fabulous job, I could never have come close to decorating it the way you did. I appreciate your hard work and I am so excited to so our pictures and video of the reception so I can see how everything looked from the outside looking in. The candy table was exactly how I wanted it, it was defiantely a big hit with the guests!!! Not having to worry about the decorating made me feel so much more at ease. Again, you ladies did a great job. Thanks you from the bottom of our hearts!!"

Megan and Adrian Aul

Jen and I had such a fun day that day! Can't wait to do it again for another bride!

Details Diva ~Erin~
"Let's Plan This!"

Adrian and Megan's Wedding!!

Adrian and Megan's Wedding!

Aug 2nd, 2009

Jenny and I just spent our Saturday decorating and designing for Adrian and Megan's Ceremony and Reception! It turned out so beautiful! Megan had designed a color scheme of a rich purple and fresh peach - She provided everything along with some of her ideas and visions and we executed it.

The reception was held at the Elks in Yorktown, IN - Here is a view of the whole room

Lazy Daisy of Yorktown www.lazydaisy.bz/ arranged gorgeous centerpieces for the tables (they did the flowers for the ceremony also) - All in the rich purples and peaches that Megan requested - including exquisite peach peonies flown in from Ecuador!
Megan provided us linens and accessories for the head table and this is what Jenny and I designed and created...
We also customized the cake table to coordinate with the head table - The cake was baked by Under the Sun Bakery located in Frankton http://www.underthesunbakery.com/. The three tiered cake in different shades of peach really popped on the rich purple satin! The cake topper was Adrian and Megan's monogram in gold letters with rhinestones!
I saved the best for last ~ THE CANDY BAR! YUMMY! Megan requested we design a candy bar using the candy and jars she provided - it turned out awesome!

I would like to thank Adrian and Megan for allowing us to be a part of their so special day! I hope you thought that everything turned out as beautiful as Jenny and I did! Congratulations again!

Details Diva (Erin)
"Let's Plan This!"

Planning a Summer Barbeque

Ahhhh....Summertime! You know what that means, fun festivals, summer weddings, outdoor concerts, fireworks and summer barbeques with friends and family.

Let's focus for a minute on the summer barbeque. Doesn't that make you think of sunshine, delicious smells and good food eaten in even better company?

Here's a few tips on planning and hosting a great outdoor barbeque!

• Put together a rocking menu
• Pick good cuts/quality meat
• Pick a theme if you want; walk the aisles of your local party supply for ideas
• Drinks: People are going to be thirsty make sure to offer lemonades, water, sodas, beer, wine coolers maybe even a fun signature drink
• Do as much prep work as possible before the guests arrive, so you can chat too while the grill is fired up
• Have ample seating available. Picnic tables are always fun for the kids
• Have a back-up plan in case it rains, let guests know up front if you will need to reschedule if it rains or if they should plan to come rain or shine
• Let your guests bring side dishes. This gives lots of variety. You might even get to try something you have never had before!
• Have activities for kids. Bored kids will make their own fun and it might not be so fun for you.
• Finally thank your guests for coming and mention that you'd love to have them back again

Enjoy the Rest of Your Summer!

Planner Angie AKA "WallStreet"

"Let's Budget This!"

We are nominated on the "A" List!

We are so excited!

Please vote for us!

The Best of TheIndyChannel.com "A" list is a list of businesses in the Indy area placed in different categories and a winner is picked by the most votes. We would love for you to vote for us as the best Event Planners!

Just click on this link and it will take you right to Absolute Agenda's voting page!

http://wrtv.cityvoter.com/absolute-agenda/biz/368063

Let's Vote This!

~Details Diva (Erin)~

"Let's Plan This!"

Attn Maid-of-Honors! Need help planning your Bridal Shower?

One of my strengths in Absolute Agenda is finalizing all the little details. Here's my tips on planning your Bridal Shower!

As the Maid-of-Honor you must be BFF with the Bride, or why else would she pick you?!!? :) So don't think of it as your obligation, think of it as throwing a party for your best friend! And who doesn't like a party?!?

3 MONTHS AHEAD:

1. Ask the bride what kind of shower she wants! All women or Co-Ed? Spa or Tea Party? Themed or Formal? Customize it for your BFF!


2. Set the date: usually 1-2 months ahead of the wedding. Be careful of holidays and guests travel time.


3. Make reservations if needed (Restuarant, Spa, etc)


4. Create the guest list with the Bride

2 MONTHS AHEAD

1. Send out "Save the Date" cards and call out of town guests to give them advance notice so that they can make travel plans.


2. Set a budget (Include the bridesmaids to help with tasks and budget)


3. Finalize theme and plan decor


4. Order the cake/baked goods from bakery


5. Create a menu

1 MONTH AHEAD

1. Send out invitations (Don't forget to insert registry cards!)


2. Finalize the menu


3. Purchase decor and purchase a memory book for bride for shower


4. Purchase favors for guests


5. Assign tasks to bridesmaids

2 WEEKS AHEAD

1. Find your outfit for the shower


2. Purchase your gift


3. Begin to purchase items for the menus (especially hard to find items) and organize recipes if needed


4. Pick up serving ware, punch bowls, etc if needed


5. Place a flower order if desired


6. Purchase alcohol if your are serving cocktails

1 WEEK AHEAD

1. Confirm reservations and RSVPs


2. Assemble decor and favors if needed


3. Purchase any food items still needed


4. Prepare shower games and activities (if needed)

1 DAY AHEAD

1. Prepare any food items that can be prepared ahead of time


2. Touch base with bridesmaids and their tasks


3. Run last minute errands


4. Organize and place shower items in car if going to another location. If shower is at your house, begin decorating

THE DAY IS FINALLY HERE!

1. Finish preparing food


2. Decorate and lay out the favors, flowers, food, and drinks


3. Locate and prepare a gift area for guests to place gifts when they arrive


4. Be ready to greet guests at least 30 minutes prior to the shower


5. Breathe and enjoy the party with your BFF!

Take pride in the fact that you are planning a very special day for a beloved friend! Have fun and be creative! Remember it's the little details that are most noticed and treasured!

~Detail Diva (Erin)~
"Let's Plan This!"

Are you Cool?

A better question would be "how are you going to keep your guests cool this summer at your event?"

Picture this, your event is set to go. The food is perfect, the dance floor looks great, the centerpieces are fabulous, your guests arrive wearing their trendy best. Everything is perfect at the arrival and then it starts getting hot,

too hot and guests are fanning and blotting and looking at their watches. Nothing can kill your outdoor event faster than the hotness factor. Follow me as I list some rules for keeping your tented event cool this summer.

Coolness rule #1 Every 100 square feet of tent requires 1 ton of cooling. As an example if you have a 40x60 tent you would need a 25-ton cooling unit. You will need to consider the number of guests and the amount of lighting you plan to use also. These factors can increase the need for more A/C.

Coolness rule #2 Be prepared to pay approximately $1 to $2 per square foot of tent space for A/C

Coolness rule #3 Be sure to visit the A/C provider's showroom and ask questions. You want to know how potential problems are going to be handled. Will a tech be on site for the event, or will you have to contact them and wait for arrival if something goes wrong.

Some tips to keep in mind when choosing your tent for a summer event: Look for a sidewall that has a seal and tent doors instead of flaps or openings, this will keep cool air in and help keep heat out. Air conditioning in a tent can’t be seen, but if it’s too hot or cold in the tent during your event, it’s the only thing your guests are going to remember. Don’t make the mistake of not budgeting or under budgeting for it.

Play it cool this summer!

Planner Angie