Posts Tagged ‘Theme’

Some Tips On How To Make A Valentine’s Day Wedding Theme A Success

Sep 1, 2010 Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

A Valentine’s Day wedding theme is one of the most popular wedding themes nowadays as its timing is simply perfect for the occasion. As with any successful wedding, planning and organization are two important factors that make this happen. And even though some dilemmas may happen, it’s essential that you remained composed and on top of the situation.

The planning phase is probably the most crucial part of the wedding preparations since this is the time that you lay down everything with your coordinator. When you are aiming for a themed wedding such as a Valentine’s Day theme, your wedding coordinator will suggest several ideas and strategies.

Some tips and ideas to help perfect your Valentine’s day wedding:

- Color scheme

Since it is Valentine’s day, most would-be brides prefer reds and pinks all over. But for those who do not prefer these V-day colors, a splash of other shades such as green, yellow, orange and blue can add contrast and drama to the overall color and theme.

One idea is to incorporate 2 to 3 shades of Valentine colors such as pinks, reds fuchsias. You can have your bridesmaids wear a shade each or as complementing combinations. Your bouquet, as well as your bridesmaids, may have these shades but a sprinkling of greens for that fresh look.

You and your coordinator can discuss a good strategy regarding the color combinations and where to put them so as not to depart from the Valentine’s day ambience.

- The perfect wedding cake

Chocolate is the signature sweet for Valentine’s day, so why not incorporate this idea in choosing your wedding cake. Another option is the red velvet cake which is quite popular because of its moist texture, rich flavor and of course red color.

As for the shape and design of your cake, it may be too cheesy to have heart-shaped wedding cake layers, but you can put a twist to it without making it too corny or cheesy. You may have a layered red velvet or chocolate cake with white or light pink fondant icing decorated with real fresh flowers and strawberries to match the occasion. You may use heart-shaped cake topper instead of the usual bride and groom. And for the twist, you may order from the bakeshop some heart-shaped cupcakes or mini cakes in either or both red velvet and chocolate.

Cupcakes have become popular with many occasions as take away cakes, so why not include this idea so your guests can have their cake too.

- Setting your reception venue

While some couples want their wedding during the daytime, you can set yours in the afternoon for the ceremony and come evening, the reception dinner. Make this reception memorable for everyone in your guest list particularly for the couples since they are there instead of going out on dates with their loved ones. Take the opportunity to let your couple-guests enjoy everything, from the food to the ambience to the wine and dancing.

And of course, make sure that your reception venue is dressed to the occasion. Always remember that color can emphasize the occasion, so put reds and pinks as your primary color, then add other colors to freshen and break the monotony of those V-day shades.

You can also use white and beige for dressing the dinner tables and accentuating them with reds or pinks, or both. Centerpieces should also be according to theme. You can use candles and flowers to add drama to the ambience and have the lights dimmed once the sweet dancing starts.

- Don’t forget wine and chocolates for your guests

Wines for toasting as well as for dining should be present during this occasion. If your budget permits, you may also give away bottles of wine and complementary chocolates to your guests as favors. If your budget is limited, you can omit the wine and just give away chocolates in heart-shaped boxes.

- Music to set the mood

Dancing and music are great during Valentine’s day, so incorporate this idea to make the celebration lively and enjoyable for everyone. If you can hire a wedding singer and his/her band, the better.

There is no perfect recipe for any wedding celebration. The fact that even those that were planned for a long time have flaws shouldn’t discourage you in setting-up a Valentine’s day themed wedding. And even if you are on a strict budget, you can still pull it off by being creative with your resources that revolve around the theme of love and romance.


Related Blogs

Tags: , , , , ,

Wedding Planners: Monograms for Style and Theme

Aug 26, 2010 Style Bakery

Part of your job as a wedding planner is to create an outstanding occasion that your guests will never forget. To create a seamless event, there needs to be a common thread linking all the components together. In its simplest form, this is done through the use of color. The bridesmaids dresses are the same shade of purple as the cupcake frosting and boom, you’ve got yourself a theme.

Colors Are Everywhere

More and more brides are looking for something unique to truly set their day apart from all the other weddings they’ve attended. Offering your client a monogram theme will help make the day truly distinctive. A monogram, from a business perspective, is a logo for the couple. Usually comprised of both the bride and grooms first initial and the groom’s last name, a monogram is a way to add an elegant personal touch to all aspects of the celebrations. You might also consider including the wedding date, location, and a special image such as a grapevine for a vineyard wedding.

Designing a Monogram

Many online companies offer monogram designing, but a local graphic designer can design one just as easily and perhaps give you more personal attention. Monograms can be casual, ornate, modern, or funky. If you’re good with computers, you might even be able to offer it as an add-on service to brides. The final design should reflect the personalities of the bride and groom, while indicating the general level of formality of the event.

Monogram Flourishes

The monogram theme can be as prominent or as subtle as the couple desires. The concept is to have continuity by displaying it before, during and after the event.

Before the wedding, guests will receive a taste of the event to come in the mail – the invitations. Adorned with the monogram, the invitations serve not only to give guests the pertinent details, but will also guide them in apparel decisions by indicating the formality of the wedding. The monogram emblem, like a logo, should be present on all written communications, such as invitations, reply cards, maps, signs and programs. The latest fashion trend is a personalized wedding tote featuring the bride or couple’s monogram. There are many other creative ideas, such as making personalized stamps.

During the wedding, the monogram can be used in as many different ways as you can imagine. It can be added to the cake in a variety of fashions – from a monogram on top of each cupcake to one large emblem on the side of the cake. Next, be creative: the monogram can be applied virtually anywhere, from balloons to lighting. The sky is truly the limit when you are creating a monogram themed event. The level of restraint will vary by couple since some prefer a more understated approach than others.

After the wedding, send guests home with one-of-a-kind gifts such as personalized bottles of wine, or monogrammed flip flops. The final statement? A monogrammed thank you note arriving in the mail a few weeks later, reminding them of what a wonderfully romantic wedding they attended.

Coordinating Monogram Uses

From the bakery to the printer, as the bridal consultant you will likely be the one making sure that everyone has what they need to execute their job. From the beginning, be sure to obtain the emblem in every possible format – most places will be able to work from a high resolution .eps file. Make sure all parties are clear on how the colors are defined and where they are used.

Artwork Efficiency Tip

Prepare CDs that contain the monogram, accompanied by color samples and your contact information to give to each vendor. Not only will they appreciate having everything they need, they’ll likely be so impressed with your commitment to quality that they’ll recommend you to future brides.

For the Stylish Couple

A monogram theme is very up-and-coming and will appeal to modern couples who want a contemporary twist on a classic wedding. Combined with a classic color scheme, the monogrammed wedding truly makes a statement. Aside from creating a wonderful backdrop for your clients’ nuptials, you’ll also add a smash hit to your portfolio to impress future clients.

Tags: , , , ,

How to Choose a Theme For Your Blog

May 30, 2010 Bakery Birthday Cakes

Most books and articles about blogging concentrate on the marketing aspects. Potential bloggers are advised to choose a subject that is not already taken by someone else. At the same time, they are told to avoid themes that do not connect with an already existing group of avid information seekers.

Under this perspective, the whole undertaking is presented as a platform from which the blogger can preach to those who are already convinced. The idea is that a blog should aim at becoming the focal point of a compact community in a specific field, such as practitioners of extreme sports or lovers of horror movies.

This paradigm dominates the internet scene to such an extent that most blogs have become one-idea shows. No wonder that, after a couple of weeks, their texts become short and consist mainly of references to what other people are doing. Under this point of view, producing content is tantamount to filtering reality.

With this approach, is it not surprising that blogs rarely last longer than a year. Popular recommendations about blogging tend to forget the spirit that moves the machine. Text is made of words. Sentences are made of ideas. Without fresh, wide-ranging philosophical subjects, boredom will eventually take over, followed by intellectual starvation.

Marketing virtuosity might quickly attract visitors to a blog during the initial months, but in my view, the critical element in blogging is not the short-term reading, but the long-term writing. If you have nothing to say, if you are not driven to make yourself heard, why on earth do you want to write in the first place?

In contrast to most internet businesses, such as a website selling personalized birthday cakes, a blog is deeply marked by the personality of its author. The bakery that produces birthday cakes wants to achieve its sales target for the week. What a difference with a writer who orchestrates his blog with a time horizon of decades, possibly his whole lifetime.

A hundred million people go daily on-line. In the near future, the number might grow to five hundred million. Many of them would gladly read more blogs if only they found something that appealed to them, something original, sharp, daring perhaps. Write about what you truly like. Given enough time, people with the same interests will find you. Forget about marketing and let your blog speak for itself.

JOHN VESPASIAN writes about rational living. He has resided in New York, Madrid, Paris, and Munich. His stories reflect the values of entrepreneurship, tolerance, and self-reliance. See John Vespasian’s blog about rational living.

http://johnvespasian.blogspot.com/


Related Blogs

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,