Every year we look forward to the The US Grant Wedding Showcase as an opportunity to not only design something fun, but to be inspired by all of the other brilliant designers. For those of you that were able to attend, I am sure you will agree when I say that it was a treat for the senses. Brides and Grooms were literally spoiled from the moment they walked into the luxurious US Grant Lobby and that was just the start. The entire hotel was transformed with a unique experience around every corner. Bravo to the US Grant team for putting together such a spectacular event for attendees and exhibitors alike.
The Liz Beck Events Booth:
Rather than creating a heavily flowered wedding tablescape, we decided to create a mini version of the LBE studio complete with a lighthearted interpretation of wedding day essentials. A mock-up of a table-scape was centered among our cubbies of colorful “Day Of” items to complete the studio showcase .
When thinking about the overall design, I wanted something that could represent a bit of a playful sophisticate. Bold with color while still keeping the clean lines. There are no better muses of color (in my humble opinion) than Jonathan Adler (happiness!) with his mid-century modern interiors and Kate Spade (swoon!) with their witty sense of style. Inspiration Found!
So, where does someone go when they have an outside of the box idea that calls for innovation and a great design aesthetic? That would be LaVonne of Adorations Botanical Artistry. She has an amazing ability to translate an idea into a work of art. I mean, look at the bouquet created with the yellow billy balls (upper left); it belongs at The Parker. LaVonne created monochromatic bouquets to work into our color blocked vignettes.
The center table represented our modernist couple that wanted an alternative to the flowing linens and traditional floral centerpieces. The white Bistro Table and clear ghost chairs certainly set the modern in motion. Magenta, Tangerine, Butter and Gold brought life to the table. Velvet geometric upholstry was used to create the lamp shade that sat atop a clean line bulbous vase. Tangerine chargers, Gold Flatware, Retro Stemware and a Patterned Gold Plate were placed at each setting. The stunning gold textured menus from J.Grace and the vintage metal tags completed the table.
Are you wondering how those flowers are so perfectly set into the bottom? That is a secret that LaVonne will have to share. I will just say that I was impressed!
The color blocked backdrop was so much fun to put together. Everything a Bride and Groom may need from their wedding planner could have been found…
Pink Bubbly to CELEBRATE, Still Water to quench
A gift of Kate Spade for the BRIDE
Lollipops and Bubblegum to REWARD the little ones (or the BIG ones)
Journals for PLANNING, Place card holders for holding
A Boutonniere for the lapel and CUFFLINKS for the cuffs
Hair PINS, Safety PINS, Straight PINS, Collar PINS and Push PINS
Shoes for DANCING
The all important 911 BAG OF TRICKS (known to fix any problem that may arise)
We would not have been able to even do this post if it wasn’t for Joshua Aull Photography. Thank you for your amazing detail work and for allowing us to share a story created through your photos.
We hope you enjoyed our corner of color as much as we enjoyed putting it together.
A HUGE THANK YOU to our wonderful industry friends that helped to bring everything together:
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