tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53854550152730193312024-03-18T04:01:13.377-04:00Chandelier Events Blog: Inspiration for Weddings, Events, Parties, Design & More!Welcome to Chandelier Events, a boutique New York City wedding planning and events production company founded by Amy Shey Jacobs.Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.comBlogger124125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-87286790276460770482012-03-13T22:16:00.000-04:002012-03-13T22:16:05.082-04:00Rockin' 2nd Birthday Party by "Two Plus Us"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bdPzhbwu9FM/T1_5VBd010I/AAAAAAAACEw/is4aZPrpmYg/s1600/twoplusus-age2_rockstarBirthdayParty_mbr_120218_5319.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bdPzhbwu9FM/T1_5VBd010I/AAAAAAAACEw/is4aZPrpmYg/s640/twoplusus-age2_rockstarBirthdayParty_mbr_120218_5319.jpg" width="494" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: xx-small;"> All Photos: <a href="http://twoplus.us/2012/02/for-those-about-to-rock-rockstar-birthday-party/">http://twoplus.us/</a></span> </div><br />
I would have totally scalped tickets to this rockin' 2nd birthday party! Dreamed up by the dynamic (married) design duo at <a href="http://www.twoplus.us/">Two Plus Us</a>, this fete totally hits the top of the charts.<br />
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When the ubertalented Matthew and Lori Richmond are done tucking their two boys for the night in at their swanky Brooklyn apartment, they spend their nights burning the midnight oil on their labor of love: totally insane birthday party design. You may remember the <a href="http://chandelierevents.blogspot.com/2011/02/and-award-for-birthday-party-of-year.html" target="_blank">Old Hollywood inspired fete</a> they threw for Holden's first last year (I featured it on Chandelier).<br />
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Feast your eyes on this rad set of photos from his sophmore celebration.<br />
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<a href="http://www.twoplus.us/">Two Plus Us</a> is currently designing custom parties. Pricing upon request.<br />
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I'd say, this one totally calls for an encore!<br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-25123636274427339562012-02-24T15:00:00.000-05:002012-02-24T15:00:13.095-05:00Chandelier is officially PINNING! Follow Pinterest.com/chandelierevent<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RFtx-44RBAk/T0fsMWPAaAI/AAAAAAAACDw/_JW_DBq70So/s1600/Screen+shot+2012-02-24+at+2.59.19+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="380" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RFtx-44RBAk/T0fsMWPAaAI/AAAAAAAACDw/_JW_DBq70So/s640/Screen+shot+2012-02-24+at+2.59.19+PM.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We've known about <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/chandelierevent">Pinterest</a> for quite some time, but only recently joined the craze--and like everyone else, we're completely addicted to <i>pinning</i> inspirations. Apparently, so are many of you! If you're not familiar with this social network, this is an easy-to-use image search engine that allows you to share and pin (bookmark) inspiration--from gorgeous photos to gifts to home decor, recipes, travel destinations. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Look for awe-inducing photo stories for color palette inspiration, DIY ideas, aspirational style, fashion for weddings and events, menus for cocktails and feasts--the list is absolutely endless. We're so excited to see what you pin, too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here's a sneak peak at some of the boards in our file this week. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<a href="http://pinterest.com/chandelierevent/chuppahs-curated-by-chandelier/">CHUPPAH IDEAS</a><br />
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<a href="http://pinterest.com/chandelierevent/beach-wedding-inspiration/">BEACH WEDDING INSPIRATION</a><br />
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Let us know what you think!<br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-57583179888968982712012-02-03T10:47:00.000-05:002012-02-03T10:47:29.750-05:00Get Your Game On: Superbowl Party Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<b>SuperBeer Bar</b><br />
Nothing's better than a cold brewsky in front of the 50" inch-flatscreen. Skip the kegs and pitchers, and impress your guests with a deluxe beer buffet featuring bottles of microbrews and ice-cold pilsner glasses. Stock a wide variety of ales, from the lighter pale ales like Blue Moon to the staples like Heinekens and Amstels, deeper flavors Newcastle and Red Stripe, to picks from local breweries representing your teams: for New York Giants, go with Brooklyn Brewery and <a href="http://www.shmaltzbrewing.com/">Schmaltz Brewery</a>, and for the Patriots, opt for the obvious Sam Adams, Harpoon, and Waschusett Blueberry Brew by <a href="http://www.wachusettbrew.com/index2.html">Washcusett Brewing Company</a>.<br />
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<b>Go Big on Mini Bites</b><br />
I've been doing mini bites at events for years now--and this is such an easy way to sass you your Superbowl Party. Add to your classic platter of cocktail franks (a must-have) with mini sliders, pulled pork sandwiches, mini lobster rolls and crabcakes--you can even cut up grilled cheese sandwiches into bite-size morsels on a bed of grass or use them to garnish tomato soup in a shot glass. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Bite-Stylish-Little-Plates-Party/dp/0307718794">Bite by Bite, the new book by my friend Peter Callahan </a>of Callahan Catering's new book is packed with inspiration--like these mini chicken cups served with teensy bottles of Coke.<br />
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(<b><i>Chandelier Tip</i></b>: <i>Finding tiny Coke bottles might be hard, but you can easily do this at home by filling shot glasses with sodas and even spiked drinks and cutting paper or colored plastic straws -- red and blue -- into thirds. You can do mini root beer floats, dark and stormies, and shots of coffee soda like Manhattan Specials)</i>.<br />
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<b>Skip DoubleDipping</b><br />
If you're throwing a Superbowl fete, chances are Seven Layer Dip is on the menu. Limit the mess while impressing your guests with individual Seven Layer Rocks Glass--we found a<a href="http://savorysweetlife.com/2010/02/seven-layer-dip-recipe/"> great step-by-step tutorial to seven layer dip cups</a> on SweetSavoryLife.com. This tip is easy to replicate for other snacks like fondue (cheese or chocolate) and even simple dips and salsas. Finally, a reason to put those wedding gifts to work!<br />
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<b>SuperSweet Snacks: Black & Tan Pretzel Bars</b><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Go mini or BIG with this homemade game day sweet (recipe from </span><a href="http://www.thecakeblog.com/2012/01/super-sweets-for-gameday.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">The Cake Blog</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">)--a</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> layer of fudgy</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><em><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">beer</span></em></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">brownie topped with butterscotch ale ganache and salty pretzels, served with a pint of Guinness, of course!</span></span><br />
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</div><b>Touchdown Style</b><br />
You don't have to spend big bucks to get great style--just put your thinking cap on! An easy way to spruce up your table is this one from a Tailgate Party I threw for my son--Grass Flats! On average, flats of grass cost less than $15 a piece--I picked up a few, and popped in balls from our own collection. This is a great way to "Go Football" and make a nod to your favorite team. <a href="http://chandelierevents.blogspot.com/2010/11/chandelier-event-5th-birthday-tailgate.html">See more Tailgate Decor here</a>.<br />
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<b>Be Your Own Entertainment</b><br />
Stage your own entertainment, with these ideas we've dreamed up:<br />
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-- "YouTube Superbowl Commercial Competition" -- During the tailgate time, split up into teams, and draw products written on notes out of a ref hat; with your iPhone, Androids or FlipCams, shoot 30 second commercial clips for your "given product". See who's the funniest, most embarrassing, just have fun!<br />
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-- "Star Spangled Banner" Sing Off: Break out the Karaoke machine for a kick-off sing-off. This is a great way to entertain the kids as well! See who remembers the words.<br />
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Have crowd-pleasing game day ideas? Share them with us.<br />
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One of my favorite ways to break the ice at a party (for myself or a client) is to give guests the experience of "breaking bread" at the table--together. I find that infusing this more casual service (even at the most formal event) often erupts into full-fledged feasting and toasting at the tables.<br />
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Whether you choose to go full-on "family style" (at your next affair, or holiday meal)--or, you opt to combine traditional service with "family style" elements, give your nearest and dearest a chance to "pass the potatoes"--trust me, it's always an instant-conversation starter. <br />
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Prior to your guests' arrival, create a warm welcome by setting tables with bread baskets, multiple salads, charcuterie and artisanal cheese boards, and creme-topped shots of soup. Follow with either family-style proteins (loving these <a href="http://kissmyspatula.com/2011/06/01/rosemary-lamb-popsicles-with-mint-gremolata/">Rosemary Lamb Chop Popsicles with Mint Gremolata</a> served on wood carving boards) or go with traditional entree service where guests order their protein, and then, when the plates arrive, have the servers place sides-to-share (think: Steakhouse). Bubbling cauldrens of <a href="http://www.sixcoursedinner.com/2009/04/buttermilk-mac-n-cheee.html">Buttermilk Mac 'n Cheese</a>, roasted root vegetables and <a href="http://cocoaandlavender.blogspot.com/2011/07/le-quatorze-juillet.html">steamed haricots verts</a>, <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Roasted-Brussels-Sprouts-240260">roasted brussel sprouts</a> and <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/chive-and-garlic-mashed-potatoes-recipe2/index.html">chive-and-garlic smashed potatoes </a>all scream "pass me"--don't they?!<br />
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If you're afraid to stray too far from the traditional, you can add the family-style touch with desserts: cookies, tarts, cakes, pies, pots du creme--and pots of coffee, to boot.<br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-35623137861174628992012-01-05T23:30:00.000-05:002012-01-05T23:30:18.180-05:00Save the Date: RBaby Five Star Food & Wine GalaSo, we're busy planning an *amazing* tasting event at <b><i>The Plaza </i></b>for the <i><b>RBaby Foundation </b></i>(<a href="http://www.rbabyfoundation.org/fivestargala">www.rbabyfoundation.org/fivestargala</a>) --and we cannot wait to tell you more about it!<br />
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We're busy lining up some of the country's top chefs from the most incredible restaurants (Aureole, Gramercy Tavern, David Burke Kitchen, Epicerie Boulud, and more!) with premium wines for truly star-studded epicurean experience to raise money to save babies lives by improving emergency pediatric care. It is a wonderful event we feel honored to be involved with! Stay tuned for more details about the RBaby Five Star Food & Wine Gala -- and if you'd like to help, let us know. Tickets go on sale in February.<br />
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</div>Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-36047590708530353272011-12-31T13:45:00.000-05:002011-12-31T14:54:07.956-05:00Resolve & Refresh with New Year Sunday Brunch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;">Resolved! 2012 will be the year of "Responsible Luxury"--and let's start with New Year's Sunday Brunch. Whether it's just for you, a table for two or the whole block, there's no better way to kick off the new year than with a fresh, festive gathering. Need some inspiration? Here's some of our healthy favorites to wash down that hangover. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><b>Golden Delicious Salad with Apple Vinaigrette</b></i></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I stumbled upon <a href="http://mrstalbots.com/index.php">Mrs. Talbot's Apple Vinaigrette salad dressing</a> when dreaming up my contribution to Thanksgiving Dinner. It was the absolutely perfect complement to mixed greens (or, as pictured above, baby arugula & fennel), thinly sliced golden delicious apples, candied pecans, red onions, and sliced mushrooms. Want to add a bit more flavor? Crumbled gorgonzola would be an ideal match. </div><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wishing you all of the indulgence you can find this weekend--and health, wealth, happiness and best wishes for the New Year! May your dreams come true (and your feet, recover).</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span></span></div><img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-73369255928618695282011-12-25T13:47:00.001-05:002011-12-25T14:01:47.920-05:00Merry Christmas, Bright Lights!We've all about eaten our way through the chocolate Santas, candy canes and Reeses pieces. We hope Santa was as sweet to you as he was to us this year. (Yes, he comes to us too!)<br />
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In case you're curled up by the fire, reading this post on your new Kindle Fire or iPad -- we thought we'd pop in a few of our favorite Christmas inspirations this year! After all, it's "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year"--isn't it?!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Love the simplicity of this color palette and design. From the hanging paper stars and snowflakes, to the plush pillows on the Parson chairs, it says "Holiday" in a fresh, yet totally inviting, approachable, cozy voice. I plan to add pillows to my tablescapes for holidays to come--and perhaps even use them as an alternative to a place card. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9RL_MAbPv4I/Tvdl6KQou4I/AAAAAAAAB8M/iaEdtNpaJW0/s1600/georgetown-cupcakes-660.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9RL_MAbPv4I/Tvdl6KQou4I/AAAAAAAAB8M/iaEdtNpaJW0/s640/georgetown-cupcakes-660.jpg" width="640" /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: xx-small;"> </span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: small;">As Seen in PEOPLE.com Gift Guide "Season's Greetings" dozen, $29, <a href="http://www.georgetowncupcake.com/order/" target="_blank">georgetowncupcake.com</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">So, though it may sound cliche, I have to say that the world looks totally fresh and new through the eyes of my children. And, though I never really thought Hanukkah was that a big deal (perhaps its because it is just weeks after the mega-birthday bashes we throw around here), I am learning that holidays can be as festive as you make them. No matter how small they may be, I learned yet again that the littlest touches make the biggest smiles. What a gift. </div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Who says it's too cold for ice cream? The jewish-inspired flavors of <a href="http://chozen.com/">Chozen's all-natural ice cream</a>--<i>Chocolate Gelt, Babka, Matzoh Crunch, Coconut Macaroon, Apples & Honey</i> and <i>Ronnie's Rugelach</i>-- give me the warm and fuzzies! A favorite of celebs like Gwyneth Paltow, Jon Stewart, and Andy Samberg, pints of these delicious confections are sold in New York City and--direct to your door, anywhere via online purchase for $25 for a 5-pint pack. I'd say this doubles as the perfect gift for your <i>mishpucka </i>(that's yiddush for "family") or the <i>mensch</i> in your life!</div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0pt none;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-37485682391013109342011-12-07T14:08:00.000-05:002011-12-07T14:08:57.254-05:00Chandelier's Five Favorite (Affordable-Chic) Holiday Gifts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Chandelier has wrapped up some incredible events this year--and now we're finally getting down to planning for our own parties--and all the gifts in between. Here are some of our favorite gift picks under $100--we just HAD to share! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This one is DEFINITELY on my list (ahem, hope you are reading this!). If your Apple addict is anything like me, he/she will be overjoyed to have 5 battery lives available at the flip of a switch on this nifty iPhone case. </span><br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-40450846516591131312011-10-14T22:13:00.000-04:002011-10-14T22:13:40.349-04:00Trick or Treat! All-Things All Hallow's Eve<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Halloween happens to be my favorite holiday. It's not only my birthday, but it's my excuse to stop time and enjoy my kids, while we decorate, dash and dive into a bag of pure deliciousness. So, as you all plan your own personal parties, I thought I'd dedicate tonight's blog to all-things "All Hallow's Eve". </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">PS: Apologies for the quiet blog--we've been up to our eyes in events this Fall! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: right;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">FEED Trick or Treat Bags, Available at <a href="http://hsn.com/">HSN.com</a> for $12.95</span></div><div style="text-align: right;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">Who needs a costume when you've got this great accessory? $3.50 from each of these limited-edition <a href="http://www.hsn.com/feed-bag-to-benefit-unicef_b-8690_xb.aspx?rid=1812" target="_blank">FEED Trick-or-Treat tote bags</a> goes directly to UNICEF. Designed by Lauren Bush, each bag purchased (they’re $12.95 at <a href="http://hsn.com/">HSN.com</a>) will generate funding to help UNICEF provide one child in the developing world with an entire year’s worth of micronutrient powder.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><b>2. LITTLE TOKYO: TEENY SUSHI ONESIE BY THE WISHING ELEPHANT</b></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Looking for something cuter than the typical plush at the Halloween store for your tot? Check out this costume--your little roll will come with the sushi grass, wasabi and ginger accessories. Available on the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/82894201/baby-halloween-costume-funny-sushi?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=halloween&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_ship_to=US&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_page=4&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">Wishing Elephant's Etsy Shop</a> for $40 (I know, a little steep, but this one's a total keepsake!), this costume can be customized to your favorite sushi. Prefer salmon? No problem. Available sizes 3 mo.-18mo. through October 21. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">While searching for Ouija Board placemats (they don't exist-yet!), I stumbled upon another Etsy find! A little spooky, a little chic. And only $12.00!</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><b>5. CANDY CORN LOLLIPOPS</b></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2wpb62tZhd4/TpjrQl_7C0I/AAAAAAAAB3c/3W3B5r39rPo/s1600/il_570xN.179388594.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="478" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2wpb62tZhd4/TpjrQl_7C0I/AAAAAAAAB3c/3W3B5r39rPo/s640/il_570xN.179388594.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="ttp://www.etsy.com/listing/57795302/candy-corn-lollipops-6-pc-made-to-order?ga_search_query=candy%2Bcorn%2Blollipops&ga_search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5406531">Vintage Confections</a>, Chicago-based handmade sweets shop, is featuring lots of cute candy for October 31. Think beyond the Tootsie-Roll Pop and pick up these candy corn lollipops, mustache lollies, or even candy skulls. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Got any cute Halloween ideas? Let us know. PS: If you've got kids in need of a quick costume, check out some great ideas in this piece on <a href="http://www.care.com/child-care-quick-easy-and-mostly-free-costume-ideas-p1017-q9170977.html">Care.com that features an tips from Chandelier</a>! </div><br />
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</a></div>We love it when our Chandelier couples have little bright lights of their own. When we planned <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.46498304154.72559.46478784154&type=1">Annmarie and Brian's wedding at the Altman Building</a> a few years back, we had so much fun incorporating their fun personalities into a nuptial bash. The night featured everything from a graffiti-filled pre-wedding shoot to a full-fledged Foo Fighters finale, all with a dash of luxury (hey, we draped every inch of the loftlike Chelsea space, pressed hydrangea petals under lucite chargers, and lit that event with the stylings of lighting-guru Bentley Meeker).<br />
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So, you can imagine the delight I had when Annmarie called with news that a baby girl was on the way! It wasn't long after her test was positive that the shower planning began. Our goal--to find a private, outdoor, urban space with insanely delicious food. Enter <a href="http://www.jameshotels.com/New-York-Hotel.aspx?name=The-James-New-York&page=Garden">The Urban Garden at the James Soho</a> Hotel, with catering by in-house chef David Burke (of<a href="http://davidburkekitchen.com/"> David Burke Kitchen</a>). We knew the menu would blow all of Annmarie's equally-foodie friends away.<br />
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Guests were invited with a beautiful letterpress invitation by <a href="http://www.smockpaper.com/">Smock</a>, an amazing company we were introduced to by Jaye at <a href="http://www.villageinvites.com/">Village Invites</a>. Actually intended as a birth announcement, we had fun replacing the monogram with a statement that truly was perfect for Annmarie: "Oh Baby! Annmarie's going to be a Mommy."<br />
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Upon arrival, the ladies sipped elderflower-champagne cocktails and lychee martinis in the hotel's executive suite--which we quickly dressed up with a dramatic rug, hand-sewn silk throw pillows, and draping. See the details -- and all the fabulous images from the day -- take by <a href="http://www.staceyilysephotography.com/">Stacey Ilyse</a> (with the exception of the mini-ice cream cone pic I snapped!).<br />
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The James' impeccable staff passed HD's like sugar-maple bacon skewers, truffled chicken salad sandwiches and lobster rolls as the guests rolled in. For the three-course sit-down late afternoon meal (call it, Lupper;), Annmarie and her friends took their seats in under a modern clear-framed tent (<a href="http://www.nytent.com/">NY Tent Company</a>) at tables we designed with our dear friend Anne Miller (<a href="http://www.littleflowershoppe.net/">Little Flower Shoppe,</a> Ridgewood, NJ). The steel grey linens and succulents played off the Urban Garden's concrete atmosphere, while sterling roses and hydrangea made the space chicly modern, yet feminine. I fell in love with the fabulous icy chargers I pulled from <a href="http://www.partyrentalltd.com/">Party Rental Ltd.</a>, and found the succulent to be the perfect little placecard holder. <br />
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As the girls dined on decadent black bass, angry spaghetti (spicy!), and the heartiest steak I've seen ladies sink their teeth into--the room filled with laughter, joy and elation at Annmarie's baby-to-be. <br />
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As Annmarie opened her myriad of gifts (including teensy weensy Burberry and Polo fashions, everything on her registry, and baby Stuart Weitzman booties), the venue topped off the day's festivities with cappuccinos and the restaurant's famous cheesecake lollipops and mini ice cream cones.<br />
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Annmarie's little one Riley has now arrived! .... and we only hope we get to be a part of the many birthday bashes to come. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Last week, I promised I would fill you in on Part II of Sally & Andy's wedding weekend. As you learned in our <a href="http://chandelierevents.blogspot.com/2011/06/chandelier-event-sally-andys-north-fork.html">North Fork Nuptials</a> post, the ceremony and intimate feast took place out east at Jedediah Hawkins Inn in a bucolic country setting. Part wine-country, part bride's backyard, Friday night's festivities were warm, elegant and understated. Here are the details, along with more photos from <a href="http://www.maxflatow.com/">Max Flatow</a>.<br />
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But the fun did not stop there! On Saturday night, Sally and Andy headed back into their other home, Manhattan, where they hosted over 130 of their closest friends at a raucous cocktail party to celebrate their new status as Mr. & Mrs. <a href="http://www.hudsonterracenyc.com/">Hudson Terrace </a>proved the perfect venue to watch the sun set over the Hudson River (and Intrepid!) with wrap-around views of the NYC skyline, as guests wined, dined and danced the night away.<br />
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The evening had it's very own invitation. Together, we customized in deep red velvet to match the venues dramatic hue (<a href="http://www.villageinvites.com/">Village Invites</a>) and added a touch of black and white to the multi-layered paper to take the otherwise traditional format to a sexier place. Speaking of sexy, we wanted to pour a little hot sauce on the wedding decor. So I sought out the gorgeous floral stylings of my friend Grayson Handy at <a href="http://www.prudencedesigns.net/">Prudence Designs </a>who helped us pull together a reception featuring deep lipstick shades in red mercury glass, as well as a showstopper white orchid arrangement that was all the talk of the rooftop cocktail hour that started off the evening just as the sun set. Tables of flickering gold linens and red hot florals were an optional seating place, as Sally and Andy encouraged their guests to hit the dance floor all night long.<br />
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And, the piece de resistance was the downright scrumptious cake featured three flavors on different layers (red velvet, dark chocolate and carrot cake) covered in fondant featuring hand-painted red poppies. Of course, at <a href="http://www.chandeliereventsny.com/">Chandelier</a>, we knew that cake (the only real "wedding" element of the night) needed more than just any cake stand! So, I sought out this lucite blinged-out cake stand through the totally talented and innovative custom crystal designer <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Tiers0fJoy">Tiers of Joy</a> (love Etsy!!!!)--notice how we had to match the venue's chandeliers. We wouldn't have had it any other way! <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Summer love has officially set in here at <a href="http://www.chandeliereventsny.com/">Chandelier Events</a>. That's why we're totally swooning over <a href="http://www.maxflatow.com/">Max Flatow</a>'s images of a recent North Fork wedding we planned this Spring. The Hamptons gorgeous sister, Long Island's North Fork proved a perfect backdrop for our couple Sally & Andy's April wedding. Not only was the evening a total culinary experience, with a five course meal prepared by Keith Luce and his team at <a href="http://www.jedediahhawkinsinn.com/">Luce + Hawkins</a> at Jamesport's <a href="http://www.jedediahhawkinsinn.com/">Jedediah Hawkins Inn</a>, but it was an elegant nod to the upscale, yet low-key atmosphere of Long Island's wine country that Sally and Andy (and we!) love so much. <br />
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Sally and Andy came to me about six months prior to the wedding date with a special wedding weekend in mind. They wanted an intimate ceremony and feast out East on Friday night, followed by a raucous cocktail reception in Manhattan (which we hosted at Hudson Terrace--we'll post those photos in Part II next week!) They had specific criteria for Friday evening's wedding: they wanted it to be special, delicious, picturesque, but in no way stuffy, formal or stodgy. Finding just the right venue became our biggest challenge and when we found Jedediah Hawkins Inn--an Inn that combined the best of old world Victorian Charm with the most modern luxuries and sensibilities (can you say woven leather ceilings!) -- we knew we had our venue.<br />
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The rest fell into place: ceremony in the gazebo out near the Inn's historic barn, cocktails in the original Speakeasy where they have Long Island Reisling on TAP!, and a five-course sit-down feast in the dining room complete withgorgeous mantel prepared just to their liking by Keith and his team. The florals were provided by Landscape Adventure in Riverhead (a family friend of the bride) and incorporated colors inspired by the Inn, the season (daffodils!), and lots of interesting containers indigineous to the environment from mason jars to milk jugs.<br />
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Guests dined on individual plates of duck wing confit ragu with cucumber raita, artisinal cheese and charcuterie and crudite served family style, fish, steak and smouldering pots of macked out mac 'n cheese--with wines handpicked by the couple. After dessert which included chocolate pudding with Peconic sea salt, homemade donuts, and a special strawberry shortcake, the entire family of 25 descended back downstairs to party the night away at the Speakeasy.<br />
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Next week, we'll post Part II of this special wedding weekend -- when our North Fork event moved into NYC Nightclub! <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Stuffing an Easter basket or satisfying a sweet-tooth? We can hardly resist these gorgeous gems from Chicago-based </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/VintageConfections?ref=seller_info"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Vintage Confections</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">From their mint-chocolate-chip lollipops to their whimsical candied moustaches to their series of candied birth gems, we're going crazy-for-Cocoa-Puffs over their inventive selection. They even serve up <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/VintageConfections?section_id=7804855">corn-syrup-free lollipops</a> in fun flavors like citrus blossom, pomengranate, almond, clove and peppermint. I am hoping to find their<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/57394816/mothers-day-rose-water-marshmallows-8-pc"> rose-water marshmallows</a> in my mother's day package (hint, hint)...</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We're also a big fan of their caramel collection (can you say, Lavendar Caramel!) and their monogram line which features 3" candied letters and numbers. What a great caketopper!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Right now, they're running a sweet promotion: </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">get a free 1/4 lb. of ANY caramel of your choosing with ANY $10 order. Just put FREECARAMELS in 'notes to seller' on their Etsy shop checkout along with the caramel of your choosing. They'll include it free with your order!</span></span><br />
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We've just about wrapped up prep for this weekend's country-meets-city weekend wedding--and all the tiny details of planning two-weddings-in-one have come together. Friday night, our couple will share an intimate ceremony at an inn overlooking the vineyards of the North Fork of Long Island. Saturday, we'll make a mad dash back to the City that Never Sleeps for a raucous celebration! You bet, we'll be posting pictures of our ying-and-yang receptions. Think buttery yellows and sage green for the ceremony and farm-to-fork dinner reception, followed by luscious lipstick shades of red and shimmery gold and crystal for our night out on the town!<br />
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Needless to say, we're *busy* at Chandelier, rolling out Spring events and deep into our blockbuster Fall. But, as the calm sets in for the night, we can't help but indulge ourselves. Hey, what can I say--we can't get enough! It's like planning our own weddings, over and over again.<br />
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So, here is the first of our inspiration spotlights--brought to you, fresh-cut, in spring shades that invoke sweet auras of dinner mint pastels, pistachio greens, and delicate pink champagne. From a <a href="http://www.miamiweddingplannerblog.com/pretty-in-pink/">pink tulle Vera Wang wedding gown </a>to <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/12/20/oheka-castle-wedding-by-caroline-tran/">long flowing blush chiffon bridesmaids </a>(in a wedding styled by our friend Annie Lee and photographed by Caroline Tran) to this <a href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/2008/07/wedding-fantasies.html">gorgeous bouquet</a> featuring frayed-edge tulips! Just dreaming about the wedding we could create in these hues .... <br />
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Oh well, back to reality! Signing off for another whirlwind weekend... see you on the other side of the altar.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><b><a href="http://www.foundrentals.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">{Found} Vintage Rentals</span></a></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> is an event planner's eureka. a "why didn't i think of that?" innovation. a <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/">style-me-pretty</a> bride's dream come true. I found this place myself through Twitter--and loved the whole concept that Jeni's</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> passion for all-things vintage turned into a full-fledged service geared towards helping the style-savvy add a boost of hipster to their what-could-have-been cookie cutter event. </span><br />
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</div>Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-2704950054589985852011-03-04T22:39:00.000-05:002011-03-04T22:39:17.429-05:00Chandelier Event: Everything Roses 1st Birthday Party<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-J3la78uBkvU/TXGmK8iUR1I/AAAAAAAABTc/6ljqFNXaDb0/s1600/meri-1017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><img border="0" height="423" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-J3la78uBkvU/TXGmK8iUR1I/AAAAAAAABTc/6ljqFNXaDb0/s640/meri-1017.jpg" width="640" /></span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Planner: </span></span><a href="http://www.chandeliereventsny.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Chandelier Events</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">; Florals: Anne Miller for </span></span><a href="http://www.thelittleflowershoppe.net/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Little Flower Shoppe</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">; Photo: </span></span><a href="http://www.staceyilysephotography.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Stacey Ilyse Photography</span></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">This little Chandelier shindig was an especially sweet one for me to plan because it was for my own little girl--and I got my favorite local gals on board to bring it to life. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We whipped up a chic event for a very small group of friends to celebrate this special moment. We went with a "Pinkalicious" palette--well, because it's not only her favorite book, but I have to say she is definitely pinkalicious herself. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Inspired by pink mercury glass vases that I fell in love with at first site, I consulted my friend, the amazingly-talented Anne Miller of Ridgewood, NJ's <a href="http://www.thelittleflowershoppe.net/">Little Flower Shoppe</a> (my neighborhood gem) to pull together lush centerpieces of ranunculus, David Austen roses, red and blackberries, grey dusty miller, carnations (yes! carnations). She brought my dream of a giant pink floral "M" for Meri to life on the mantel and embellished it with carnation fairy balls on crystal pedestals.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">For dessert, we filled containers with all hues of blush, from strawberry m&m's to bubblegum rock candy from <a href="http://www.sweetcitycandy.com/">Sweet City Candy</a> (which happens to be owned by my friend Lauren, who I've known since I was ONE myself)...and of course, popped a butterfly or two wherever the space needed a little extra fairy dust. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.hohokusinn.com/">HoHoKus Inn & Tavern</a> did not disappoint with their lunch menu that featured a fresh strawberry and goat cheese salad, butternut squash ravioli served in mini cast iron skillets, and the most delicious death-by-chocolate mudslide cookies I've ever had. Meri got to feast on her very own cake created by our Brooklyn-based friend <a href="http://cherylkleinman.blogspot.com/">Cheryl Kleinman</a>--the outside featuring pleated pink fondant, and inside, a Neopolitan-ice-cream-inspired confection with chocolate devil's food cake with vanilla bean and raspberry mousse filling. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">And all of this was preserved in beautiful photos of the very wonderful <a href="http://www.staceyilysephotography.com/">Stacey Ilyse</a>!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Looking back on this one just reminds me of how sweet she makes my every single day.</span><br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-16284485381148865692011-02-27T19:45:00.001-05:002011-02-27T20:39:41.035-05:00And the Award for Birthday Party of the Year Goes To...<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We have to admit we have some insanely-talented friends. This birthday-party-to-end-all-birthday-parties was planned and "produced" by Lori and Matthew Richmond, a Brooklyn-based mom-and-dad dynamic duo who spend their days as creative types, and moonlight as party planning ingenues for their two sons, Cooper and Holden.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">It being Oscar Night, the cuteness and downright genius in the party </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">they pulled off for Holden's first birthday </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">deserves a standing ovation. No doubt, you will agree.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">So, how did Lori & Matthew pull this altogether? Here's what she had to dish: </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">"Holden has always been a ladies man and super-flirty baby, the kind of kid that literally charms women wherever he goes. His Nonna (my mother) has also called him her 'Hollywood Hunk' from the day he was born! So naturally we thought of Hollywood leading men, and went with the movie star theme. Also, since his birthday is at Oscar time made perfect sense. . .</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Who else does this kind of thing besides crazy designer parents? Rather than sleeping at night when our kids were sleeping, we do stuff like this!!!"</span><br />
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</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Cake: Betty Bakery in Brooklyn. She has done cakes for us in the past. We gave her the art we created for the Evite and discussed the design with her prior to them making it.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Decor: We got some stuff from Party City but Matthew and I created the movie posters ourselves. We photoshopped for a few nights, and used an online digital printer to do the actual printing - they were big - 24x36". </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Catering: My mom provided all the food since the venue was her house :-)</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">. . .</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Want an movie-themed party for your next birthday, milestone, bar/bat mitzvah, corporate event? Email Lori & Matthew at <a href="mailto:us@loriandmatthew.com">us@loriandmatthew.com</a> with inquiries!</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">As for us, we're chilling watching Hollywood's biggest party of the year...oh, and we're wearing a Splendid Cardigan, tank and skinny jeans--thanks for asking, Ryan Seacrest!</span><br />
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</span></span> <img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-16195128731708842382011-02-04T14:20:00.000-05:002011-02-04T14:20:19.947-05:00Chandelier Loves You! Our (Etsy) Valentine's Day Gift Guide<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUxO6ruLugI/AAAAAAAABR8/TsgaNIcHry8/s1600/il_570xN.211914227.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="478" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUxO6ruLugI/AAAAAAAABR8/TsgaNIcHry8/s640/il_570xN.211914227.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66738585/buy-1-get-1-free-red-hot-romance-locket?ref=sr_gallery_4&ga_search_query=valentine%2527s%2Bday&ga_search_type=handmade">Vintage-Inspired Locket</a>: $24 (Buy one get one free) <br />
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</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Since we spend much of our year helping couples find just the right way to express their love, it's only natural that Valentine's Day is one of our favorite days of the year. After all, that's when we get to celebrate with our own honeybuns. And like you, we find ourselves bored with the basics and on a budget. We're totally in love with the idea of unique gifts that don't put the kibosh on your gifting stash for the year. It's only February, after all! </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">So, we whipped up a list of our top gifts from where-else, <a href="http://etsy.com/">Etsy.com</a>, because, well, we love it--and we love you, too! </div><br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/%20http://www.etsy.com/listing/66742080/original-vintage-dictionary-print?ref=sr_gallery_14&ga_search_query=valentine%2527s%2Bday&ga_search_type=handmade">Hand-painted Dictonary Print</a>: ($11.00) <br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/%20http://www.etsy.com/listing/65512646/sale-vintage-french-book-wreath-with?ref=sr_gallery_19&ga_search_query=valentine%2527s%2Bday&ga_search_type=handmade">Vintage Love Book Wreathe </a>($11.50)<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Listen up! Valentine's Day is your time to shine...companies are courting brides everywhere this time of year. We just talked to our friends at <a href="http://www.bloomingdales.com/">Bloomingdales</a> (the mothership of style in Manhattan, as far as we're concerned) about this cool event featuring two of our favorite wedding invite design collections--<a href="http://www.smockletterpress.com/">SMOCK</a> and their sister company, <a href="http://www.bellafigura.com/">Bella Figura</a> and goodies by <a href="http://www.bakedbymelissa.com/">Baked by Melissa</a> (have you had one of their insane cupcake treats?...totally worth falling off the wedding diet wagon).<b><i><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Judy Paulen Designs</b></i>, located on the 6th floor of Bloomingdale's 59th st. in NYC will be hosting a special Valentine's trunk show with Smock on <i><b>Tuesday, February 8th from 4pm-8:30pm</b></i>. </span><span style="font-size: small;">Brides get to meet with Smock design experts (who will be flying in especially for this event!) and create their own custom invitation. Also! Attendees will have the opportunity to receive 25 FREE Invitation Suites with a purchase of 75 or more - a significant savings exclusively available through Judy Paulen Designs at Bloomingdale's!</span></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">· </span><span style="font-size: small;">First 25 to attend will received fabulous gift bags loaded with swag from Smock and other special goodies </span> </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">· </span><span style="font-size: small;">Champagne and scrumptious mini cupcakes from Baked by Melissa will be served! </span> </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">· </span><span style="font-size: small;">FIRST LOOK at the Bella Figura Wedding Collection, Smock's sister company.</span></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0pt none;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-60476350927289520562011-01-27T22:32:00.000-05:002011-01-27T22:32:55.249-05:00Anthropologie Launches BHLDN: Bohemian Brides Rejoice!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUI2XM629VI/AAAAAAAABRc/8qzFMihbWLs/s1600/anthropologie-bridal-line.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="312" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUI2XM629VI/AAAAAAAABRc/8qzFMihbWLs/s640/anthropologie-bridal-line.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUI2beYjvLI/AAAAAAAABRg/WYuol9gMZqM/s1600/Picture+42.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="521" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUI2beYjvLI/AAAAAAAABRg/WYuol9gMZqM/s640/Picture+42.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUI2frcVjRI/AAAAAAAABRk/lDRl8qcQiTE/s1600/Picture+62.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="516" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_5oZvf_iw8V8/TUI2frcVjRI/AAAAAAAABRk/lDRl8qcQiTE/s640/Picture+62.png" width="640" /></a></div><br />
At last! <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/">Anthropologie</a> says "yes to the dress!"<br />
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It is no surprise that my inbox filled up today with forwards from our super-chic brides, who were bursting with glee upon reading their email today. Like we do at <a href="http://www.chandeliereventsny.com/">Chandelier</a>, many of our girls lust after the delicate bohemian details and one-of-a-kind accessories and styles at this retail favorite. In fact, we have had more than one bride hand us the latest Anthropologie catalogue as a representation of their style when we're creating the style plan for their wedding. <br />
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So, it was delightful to see the news that the long-awaited bridal line <a href="http://www.bhldn.com/">BHLDN</a> (first announced last year to the industry) is finally being <i>unveiled</i> this Valentine's Day. That's certainly something sweet! <br />
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Stay tuned for more on this seemingly-stunning vintage-inspired collection! Like you, we cannot wait to get a peek.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Melissa and I are thrilled to announce that <a href="http://www.chandeliereventsny.com/">Chandelier Events</a> has been named one of the Editors Picks for <a href="http://www.theknot.com/Vendors/best-of-weddings/featured-manhattan/091">The Knot Best of Weddings 2011</a> guide. Not only do we love the girls at The Knot (our alma mater, of sorts!) but we are so excited to be in the company of such wonderful wedding professionals as <a href="http://www.cecinewyork.com/">Ceci New York,</a> <a href="http://www.amyatlas.com/">Amy Atlas, </a><a href="http://www.theplaza.com/">The Plaza by CPS Events</a>, <a href="http://www.styledcreative.com/">Styled Creative</a>, and more!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What a way to start off the New Year.... </div><br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0pt none;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-6112019269255524912011-01-12T23:26:00.002-05:002011-01-12T23:38:06.777-05:00Save the Dates We LoveWe're fresh off the prime proposal season (well, actually, still smack in the middle of it with Valentine's Day around the corner), and that means we're SMACK in the middle of major wedding planning for our Fall 2011 clients at <a href="http://www.chandeliereventsny.com/">Chandelier Events</a>.<br />
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That means, we're hot on Save the Dates these days. Ok, if you're getting married, have friends getting married or have planned a wedding over the last few years, you know what Save the Dates are all about. But for those wedding enthusiasts who are newer to the trend--essentially, these mailers can be anything from a postcard, a magnet, a piece of wood -- all with the message to mark out the calendar, book the hotel, and boogie on down to the wedding 8-to-10 months down the road.<br />
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<a href="http://www.minted.com/designer/thesocialtype">The Social Type via Minted.com</a><br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz211/ChandelierEvents/BlogSignature.png" style="border: 0pt none;" />Amy Shey Jacobshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11867935478869634001noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385455015273019331.post-6670138040141347002010-12-18T14:49:00.001-05:002010-12-18T20:22:38.507-05:00Chandelier Event: Winter Wonderland Wedding @ Gotham Hall, New York City<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Melissa and I are so thrilled to share a sneak peek of the latest <a href="http://www.chandeliereventsny.com/">Chandelier Event</a>, with an unbelievable winterscape pulled together by the incredibly-talented <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;"><a href="mailto:tompbd@gmail.com">Tom Cawley of Tom Cawley Designs</a>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our couple tasked us with creating a warm winter wonderland for 220 in one of New York City's most stunning venues, <a href="http://www.gothamhallevents.com/">Gotham Hall</a>, smack in the middle of the holiday shopping season in Manhattan. From design to execution, we worked closely with our bride and her mom to ensure guests had the full seasonal experience in New York City. With Tom at the helm, we worked to create a unique solstice event that elegantly reflected the season in a regal way, with just the right elements to warm up the vast venue. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the help of Gotham's Allan Kurtz and catering by our friends at <a href="http://www.creativeedgeparties.com/">Creative Edge Parties </a>featuring Latin and Asian stations at cocktail hour, Short Ribs, Tenderloin and Roast Miso Cod, and handpicked wines, Chandelier worked hard to ensure that the event was a seamless evening filled with fun and love. We had an actual indoor snowfall during the ceremony, non-stop dancing led by a slamming band (Michael Hart of <a href="http://www.hanklane.com/">Hank Lane Music</a>), divine food, and special touches throughout created by <a href="http://www.bentleymeeker.com/">Bentley Meeker</a>, <a href="http://www.dazian.com/">Dazien</a> Creative Fabrics, Party Rental Ltd and Classic Party Rentals. Below are images captured for Tom Cawley by our friend, the talented <a href="http://www.staceyilysephotography.com/">Stacey Ilyse</a>. Stay tuned for more stunning images of this event by <a href="http://www.braedonphotography.com/">Braedon Photography</a> in weeks to come!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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