It's All in the Details...

I am often asked what can be done to differentiate one event from another. With literally millions of products at your disposal via the internet, boutiques and magazines, my response to this question is, make it personal and focus on the details. I would like to share with you the work and names of some professionals that can assist you with incorporating exceptional elements into your weddings and event.


I recently had the pleasure of meeting an incredible artist and professional by the name of Tomer Avivi of Avivi Designs. Tomer specializes in the art of illustrating lives. His work beautifully chronicles the couples’ progression from childhood, their meeting and marriage. His highly individualized Ketubas, unique Simcha chairs, as well as furniture and keepsakes, illustrate life’s most precious moments captured forever.
http://www.avividesigns.com/

Talk about making a first impression? The impeccable hosts of a recent celebration in our signature restaurant, Azul, brilliantly captured the joie de vivre of their guest of honor by getting personal with her favorite things. An incredible impression was made and set the tone for the event as attendees enjoyed Caviar and Rose Champagne presented in a “very cool” way. Miami’s “So Cool Events” (www.socoolevents.com) customized an ice sculpture in which the guest of honor’s favorite flowers were frozen and beautifully displayed.

Let’s “table” another discussion. For any given event, a great deal of time is spent dining and mingling while seated. With so many means available to convey your personality and style, the tablescape becomes a perfect forum to “detail” your celebration. As depicted, menu cards not only outlined the delectable cuisine, but were individualized to each guest. Further, the guest of honor’s passion for chocolate was inventively incorporated into the event through the use of monogrammed treats with her astrological sign. These delicious confections were offered tableside, as well as beautifully presented as favors. The decadent caviar, scrumptious sweets, as well as many other incredibly detailed gifts, are available through my favorite luxury shopping destination, Linea Luxe (http://www.linealuxe.com/).

Focus on the finer points and be mindful of the minutiae … by doing so your event will be most memorable! Now go out and find a way to make your celebration as distinctive and unique as you are!

Playing Hard to Get

Have you ever found that the things you want most, are seemingly the most difficult to get? Some of my summertime favorites are by no means the exception … however they are well worth the pursuit and special order. I wanted to share with you some of these personal favorites which are beautiful, distinctive, and memorable ways to enhance your special occasions. They are perfect luxuries that can be enjoyed not just during the summer months, but throughout the year, and guaranteed to have your guests’ curiosities piqued, as well, tickled pink!

Charbonnel et Walker: These exquisite truffles are made in the Charbonnel et Walker facilities in Royal Tunbridge Wells from the finest ingredients. Butter is folded into melted milk chocolate and alcohol is added such as decadent Marc de Champagne. The mixture is whisked to form a thick ganache and the truffles are then surrounded by a coating of fine chocolate and lightly dusted in icing sugar. The truffles are hand-placed in paper cups, and then into beautiful cylindrical packaging with gold detailing and finished in-store with a perfectly positioned bow. Their packaging, their incredible flavor, and detail make them a perfect party favor … or if you are anything like me, a favorite self indulgence. http://www.charbonnel.co.uk/

And what is the perfect accompaniment to such chocolate decadence? Quite simply … Billecart Salmon Brut Rose Champagne!

Pale silvery pink, this champagne is elegant, delicious, and velvety smooth. It is described as pure and precise, with penetrating aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, blood orange, and fresh lavender. Brisk on the palate, showing a range of red berry flavors accented by tangy rhubarb and bergamot notes. It is an absolute favorite. http://www.champagne-billecart.fr/

Truffles, Champagne … what more could a girl possibly ask for? Perfect in time for the summer, and absolutely hard to get … “Pink Flash" roses. This beautiful variation is a natural bicolor rose with fuchsia and pale pink on the same petal. Absolutely stunning and beautifully arranged in the image below by Jose Graterol Designs for a recent celebration. http://www.josedesigns.com/

I hope these ideas make for an eventful summer!