July is Sweet!
Posted by Tamara Sims | Filed under Wedding Reception Ideas
Enjoying some yummy ice cream desserts during the hot summer!
July is National Ice Cream Month and what better way to celebrate this hot summer month than with a cool, creamy treat.
Why not treat your Wedding guests to an interactive Ice Cream Sundae Bar at your reception. What a great way to bring out the kid in everyone! Think outside the box by including gourmet toppings like Bananas Foster, Peanut Butter, Caramel, Home Made Brownies or Dulce de Leche.
Your guests will have a blast choosing from fun childhood toppings like cookie crumbles, chocolate chips, peanut butter cups, whipped cream, sprinkles, gummy bears and of course maraschino cherries!
And if you are in need of some inspiration while planning your sundae bar, I have listed a few of my favorite Ice Cream Shops:
Grahams in Geneva, IL
Gramps Frozen Custard in St. Charles, IL
Wilson’s Ice Cream in Door County, WI
And of course, the Dairy Queen in East Dundee right across from our office!
Feel free to share some of your favorite ice cream shops with us: tamara@something2dance2.com
Tags: Dairy Queen, Grahams Chocolate, Gramps Frozen Custard, Wilson's Ice Cream
Chicago Wedding Reception Lighting
Posted by Tamara Sims | Filed under Wedding Reception Ideas
Renaissance Oak Brook Purple Up Lighting & Centerpiece Pin Spot
Beautiful Wedding Ceremony Altar and Backdrop
Jay and I had the opportunity to attend an amazing presentation by renowned Wedding Planner, Sasha Souza earlier this year, and one thing that really rang true for us was the importance of adding color to your reception. Sasha believes that color is the number one way to put a personal stamp on your wedding, and we couldn’t agree more. Lighting can truly transform your venue to create a soft romantic glow or a bold and dramatic “wow” when your guests enter the room. The possibilities are endless based on your imagination and creativity.
When considering lighting for your wedding be sure to draw inspiration from what you love…whether it be the outdoors, the moonlight, a sunset or the beach. And don’t forget to bring lots of pictures to your lighting designer so he/she can help bring your inspiration to life. Sasha’s book “Signature Sasha, Magnificent Weddings By Design,” has been a great resource for us and to many of our brides in creating magic with lighting decor.
To learn more about how “color and light” can transform your wedding, please visit our Elegant Event Lighting website for inspirational ideas: www.eleganteventlighting.net
Tags: Elegant Event Lighting, Sasha Souza
Fun Wedding Reception Ideas
Posted by Tamara Sims | Filed under Wedding Reception Ideas
Fun New York City Photo
Planning a wedding can be challenging for many Brides so it is important not to lose sight of the fun and creativity when planning your big day. Here are a few fun wedding ideas that I hope will bring out your “playful” side during the planning process:
Did your Ceremony take place on the Beach? Why not have your DJ create a custom cocktail hour complete with exotic drinks and Island Music to really put your guests in the mood. You can even incorporate shells and sand in your centerpieces along with your favorite flowers. And don’t forget to show your destination wedding video to your guests at your reception.
Do you love the city? The next time you are downtown, bring your camera and take fun photos at your favorite spots throughout the city. The photos can be used to name your tables at your reception…how fun would it be to have your guests seated at the Navy Pier Table (complete with a photo of the two of you on the Ferris Wheel) or the Wrigley Field Table (with a photo of the two of you sharing a hot dog)…the possibilities are endless.
Are you a Foodie? Sit down with your caterer to create a menu that reflects some of your favorite cuisine. What about a sushi station or taco bar during cocktail hour? Or maybe the chef can recreate a dish from your favorite restaurant to share with your guests. Or perhaps you have a sweet tooth like me! Try something interactive like a Crepe Station, Make your own Blizzard Station, or Chocolate Risotto Station prepared on site by the Chef. You are only limited by your imagination!
If you have a Creative Wedding Idea you would like to share with our readers in an upcoming post, please contact me at tamara@something2dance2.com
