Signature Styles

Announcing November's Charity of the Month...Fly a Soldier Home!!

2011-10-31T14:57:00.011-04:00

We are in the second month of our new Charity of the Month Program. Each month we select a new organization to make a donation to. In October, we chose Susan G. Komen for the Cure in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

This month, we are excited to announce we have selected the Fly a Soldier Home Foundation (www.flyasoldierhome.org) in honor of Veteran's Day and all the men and women who work and sacrifice everyday to protect our country and our freedom. A portion of proceeds will be donated from each new contract secured with Signature Event Rentals in the month of November. So if you want to do a little extra to support this great cause, call us today to secure your reservation.

November's Charity of the Month...Fly a Soldier Home

Click here for more details on their mission and who they are. If this charity touches your heart, be sure to secure your contract before November 30th and we will make a donation on your behalf.

New "Charity of the Month" Program

2011-10-04T21:01:00.006-04:00

We are proud to introduce our new Charity of the Month Program. Giving back to our community is something that has always been important to us. Each month we will select a different charity to make donations to. A portion of proceeds will be donated from each new contract secured with Signature Event Rentals. So if a particular cause is important to you, check our blog for monthly updates.

October's Charity of the Month...The Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Click here for more details on their mission and who they are. If this charity touches your heart, be sure to secure your contract before October 31st and we will make a donation on your behalf.

Contact us today to check availability for your event!!

Florida Signature Bridal Affair

2011-09-28T21:53:00.003-04:00

Come and see us this Sunday at the Florida Signature Bridal Affair. Held at the Embassy Suites USF on October 2 from 12noon to 4pm, you can be eligible to win Prizes, Honeymoon Giveaways, attend Wedding Seminars by the Experts, and so much more. Don't miss out!!

Just click here to check out all the details and make your reservations today!!

Did you know???

2011-09-28T21:51:00.002-04:00

Did you know that we carry white wood folding chairs? These beautiful chairs are perfect for any outdoor ceremony. On the beach, in a park or a quaint courtyard, these versatile chairs are a perfect compliment. Many of our clients feel the wood chairs look more authentic. Check out images from our past events and you be the judge!

Images courtesy the following photographers:
www.aaronbornfleth.com
www.photographythroughyoureyes.com
www.tnesmithphoto.com

2011-09-23T10:28:00.001-04:00

We met a lot of great couples last weekend at the Tampa Bridal Showcase held at the A La Carte Pavilion in Tampa. We were so excited about our booth and gallery table and wanted to share it with you all. We had the chance to show off our new white dancefloor. Also take a look at the new custom fabric cushions we can now offer our clients!! Aren't your design wheels turning!!!

A huge thank you to our awesome vendor friends that contributed to our booths!!

MMD Events
Seaside Invitations
Connie Duglin Linens

Come see us at the Tampa Bridal Showcase on September 18th!

2011-08-29T12:31:00.006-04:00

Attention Brides!!! We are excited to be a sponsor of the Tampa Bridal Showcase coming up on September 18, 2011 at the A La Carte Pavilion in Tampa. Please plan to stop by and check out our booth. We'd love to meet you and show you what exciting new rentals we have to offer!

All the details can be found at www.TampaBridalShowcase.com
Hope to see you there!!!

2011-08-24T07:34:00.003-04:00

We are excited to share a clip this morning from VH Video. We provided the Chiavari chairs and draping for Jennifer and Craig's wedding and reception at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach. Enjoy!!

Jennifer + Craig from VHVIDEO.COM on Vimeo.

Client Thank You Note

2011-08-05T17:45:00.002-04:00

We are excited to share this sweet thank you note we received from Barbara and Laurie. Their wedding was a blast to plan and we were honored to share in their special day.

Sam & Gil,

We just want to say thank you so much for all that you did for us during the planning of our event and especially for the day of our ceremony. I don't think we could have pulled everything off without all of your help. We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did!

Barb and Laurie

Sheer Elegance at the Tampa Marriott Waterside

2011-05-23T17:24:00.000-04:00

Thanks to Limelight Photography, we have these gorgeous pictures of a wedding we provided chairs for at the Tampa Marriott Waterside. The white and ivory linens with a pop of color in the flowers are so breathtaking. Also, those chandeliers just add so much elegance to the room. And as always, it was a pleasure working with Lori and Jessica with Simply Divine Events!

Vendors -

Coordinators: Simply Divine Events
Venues: Christ the King and Marriott Waterside
Rentals: BBJ Linen and Signature Event Rentals
Entertainment and Lighting: Phase5 Band
Floral: The Arrangement
Decor: My Event Design and Island Foliage
Photography: Sarah with Limelight Photography

Weeki Wachee Wedding

2011-05-12T11:52:00.000-04:00

It was such a pleasure to work with Simply Divine Events on this fabulous pink and silver wedding at the Glen Lakes Country Club in Weeki Wachee. Every detail was planned very carefully, down to the cappuccino cup favors each guest took home in honor of the bride's Italian heritage. Enjoy the pretty pictures courtesy of CvB Photography.

Vendors -
Wedding Coordinators: Simply Divine Events
Venues: St. Paul Catholic Church and Glen Lakes Country Club
Photographer: CvB Photography by Ursula
Floral: Florals by Joanne
Rentals: Connie Duglin, PKS, Signature Event Rentals

Prefered Venue: Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

2011-04-14T09:30:00.002-04:00

We love working with the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay! Their decadent ballrooms and postcard-worthy views of the water make every event one to remember. Our gold chiavari chairs fit perfectly with the rich design of the Grand Hyatt.

Vendors -
Chiavari Chairs: Signature Event Rentals
Wedding Location, Planning and Catering: Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Hair and Makeup Artist: The Michele Renee Hair and Makeup Artist Group
Florist: MMD Events
Wedding Dress: Brides By Demetrios

GIFF 2011

2011-03-30T23:44:00.014-04:00

For those of you wondering what in the world GIFF stands for, it is the Gasparilla International Film Festival. This annual film festival draws in celebrities, lots of local film-enthusiasts, and some of the best vendors in the area to celebrate their closing night. This year the event took place at the Kress Building in downtown Tampa which has been an empty building for years, but came to life thanks to the work of many talented people including Elan Event Studio, MMD Events, Good Food Catering, and of course Signature Events by Design provided the chiavari chairs! Enjoy the lovely pictures courtesy of K&K Photography and if you missed it this year be sure to check it out in 2012!

New Ad in Brides Florida

2011-03-27T19:02:00.007-04:00

We are excited to share our new re-designed ad that is now appearing in one of our favorite bridal magazines, Brides Florida. Here is a sneak peek of our new ad, but go out and buy the latest issue on stands now to see it in print! Brides Florida is a great resource for those of you who are planning your big day with all the latest in bridal fashion, venues, and amazing local vendors.

Pretty in Purple Photo Shoot

2011-03-09T17:02:00.012-05:00

We were recently asked by the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa to provide our chairs, barstools, and chargers for a gorgeous photoshoot draped in purple. After the shoot, we were fortunate to be featured on Limelight Photography's blog where they shared the beautiful images. Here are a few for you all to enjoy, but check out Limelight's blog for the full shoot.

Other Vendors that Participated in the Photoshoot:
conceptBAIT
Voila Cinematic
Grant Hemond and Associates
Room Service

Logo Makeover

2011-02-27T20:15:00.012-05:00

Last year was a whirlwind of new and exciting events for us thanks to all of our lovely clients and we decided that while our company is growing and evolving, so should our logos. These logos reflect our fun, fresh, and always stylish events and rentals. So for the first time, here is the new face of Signature Events by Design and Signature Event Rentals, enjoy!

Signature Events by Design Love

2011-02-15T15:14:00.015-05:00

SEBD is feeling the love from our past clients as we have been awarded with a 2011 Bride's Choice Award from Wedding Wire! This award means a lot to us, because it comes from reviews and surveys completed by actual clients. Not to mention that this distinction is only given to the top five percent of wedding vendors included on the Wedding Wire network. To see our profile and reviews click here. Thank you to all of our wonderful clients who reviewed us!

Ericka and Andrew's Engagement Session

2011-01-31T22:35:00.018-05:00

We are so happy to be helping Ericka and Andrew plan their summer wedding! This couple just radiates such a fun energy that you can't help but want to be around them. Their passion for each other and for their upcoming wedding are so apparent in these photos taken in and around Downtown Tampa and partly at the St. Pete Times Forum. Did we mention that the Forum is where Andrew proposed to Ericka? He did it in the middle of the ice rink surrounding by many of their friends and family! Such a great story and we send a big thank you to K and K Photography for the beautiful pictures!

Romance at the Beach

2011-01-27T19:07:00.010-05:00

Enjoy the pictures of this romantic purple-infused wedding at the Ritz Carlton Beach Club in Sarasota. The view from the reception site was so breathtaking as the sunset and the guests made their way to their seats. We provided the white chairs on the beach and all of the chiavari chairs and barstools that perfectly complimented the beachy yet elegant look that the bride was going for.

Vendors -

Venue: Ritz Carlton Beach Club Sarasota
Design, Decor, Lighting, and Florals: MMD Events
Photography: BinaryFlips Photography
Cake: Ritz Carlton Beach Club Sarasota
Linens: Connie Duglin
Chivari Chairs: Signature Event Rentals
DJ: RJ Vida

An Italian Style Signature Event

2011-01-17T18:55:00.008-05:00

We are so excited to share this wedding with you all since the bride is our good friend and catering sales manager at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay! You can tell by the pictures that she has great experience in throwing spectacular events. With a touch of Italian culture at the Portofino in Orlando, our gold chiavari chairs and the deep purple linens fit perfectly! Go ahead and swoon over these stunning pictures by Lifelong Studios.

Vendors -

Planning: Just Marry
Decor: MMD Events
Chiavari Chairs: Signature Events by Design
Florist: Petals by Design
Photographer: Lifelong Studios

Sarah and John are Engaged!

2011-01-05T14:53:00.011-05:00

Here at Signature Events by Design, we are so thrilled to be planning Sarah and John's wedding! This lovely couple had their engagement session at Fort De Soto Park with CSE Photography. Sarah and John are both from New York and met while in college. The couple will wed this March in downtown Tampa to introduce their out-of-town family members to our great city.

Rental Raves - Don Cesar Wedding

2011-01-05T12:56:00.015-05:00

The Don Cesar Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach has seen many stunning weddings and this one will definitely not disappoint! It was great to work with the talented Jamie Billig and her team at Confetti Events to make this special day a reality. Our gold chiavari chairs really make the room look decadent, don't they?

Vendors -
Venue: The Don Cesar
Photography: Kimberly Photography, LLC
Planner: Confetti Events and Weddings
Chair Rentals: Signature Event Rentals
Linens: Linens By the Sea
Florals: Events in Bloom
Cake: Dee's Delights
DJ: DJ Cory Barron with Grant Hemond and Associates, Inc.

Rental Raves - Tom and Lauren Pepin's Wedding

2011-01-05T12:01:00.016-05:00

We were delighted to take part in Tom and Lauren Pepin's Wedding at the TPepin Hospitality Centre last August. It was nothing short of fabulous and we are so happy to share the beautiful pictures with you all! It took many talented vendors to pull it all off so be sure to check out the vendor list at the end.

Vendors:
Venue: TPepin Hospitality Centre
Photography: K and K Photography
Decor and Florals: MMD Events
Florals: Botanica
Catering: Puff 'n Stuff
Linens: Connie Duglin, Wildflower Linen, and Nuage Designs
Music: Don Juceam
Chair Rentals: Signature Event Rentals

A Signature Event: James and Jenny

2011-01-05T09:49:00.011-05:00

As you can see this was a very fun-loving couple! James and Jenny both have a love for the University of Tennessee and it shows with all the beautiful accents of orange they used (which went so well with our Mahogany chairs). Thanks to the help of Simply Divine Events and all the other wonderful vendors, their special day turned out perfect!

Coordinators: Simply Divine Events
Venues: Bayshore Baptist Church and The Tampa Yacht Club
Entertainment: Florida Mountain Boys and D.J.: RJ Vida
Flowers: The Potting Shed
Photographer: K and K Photography
Invitations: Paper Players
Cake: Publix Greenwise and Wright's Deli
Rentals: BBJ Linens and Signature Events by Design
Hair and Make-up: Collective Creations

Rental Raves...Tampa Yacht and Country Club

2010-08-23T12:21:00.017-04:00

We are so excited to share this event with you! Sarah Kate and Mike celebrated their wedding reception at the Tampa Yacht and Country Club. Their decor was stunning with varying shades of pinks, blush and chocolate brown. Signature Events By Design supplied the mahogany chairs. We also had the pleasure of working with the following vendors; MMD Events (flowers and decor), Limelight Photography and Sandy Rule Events (wedding planning).

Sneek Peak

2010-08-06T13:53:00.003-04:00

We were honored to work with Alexa and Marcus on their wedding day a couple of weeks ago at the Don Cesar. Here is a sneek peak of the photos courtesy of CSE Photography. We can't wait to see the final images!! Be sure to check back soon!!

More Gasparilla Photos...

2010-08-05T21:04:00.015-04:00

We just received a new set of images from the Gasparilla FIlm Festival Closing Night and wanted to share them with you all. Enjoy!!

Contributing Vendors
Signature Events By Design
www.signatureeventstampa.com
MMD Events
www.mmdevents.com
Linens By the Sea
www.linensbythesea.com
Limelight Photography
www.stepintothelimelight.com

Gasparilla Film Festival highlighted by Event Solutions Magazine

2010-07-26T22:55:00.010-04:00

Signature Events By Design was thrilled to be a participant in this exciting event. We also had a chance to work with some outstanding vendors. Check out this article by Event Solutions for all the details!

http://www.event-solutions.com/breaking_news/gasparilla_international_film_festival

Preferred Vendor at the Hyatt Clearwater

2010-06-30T20:20:00.005-04:00

We are so excited to announced that Signature Events By Design is now a preferred vendor with the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa! We recently assisted the resort with a photo shoot for their newest advertising campaign. Thanks again to the Hyatt for this new opportunity. We look forward to working together on many events in the future!

2010-06-14T15:28:00.009-04:00

Signature Events By Design had the opportunity to participate in the Tampa Bridal Showcase held at the Wyndham Hotel on June 5th. We had a blast meeting the many brides in attendance. Take a peek at our "booth". A couple of great vendors made our presentation an eye-catching one. MMD Events provided the gorgeous fuchsia peonies and the navy pintuck linen was provided by Connie Duglin Linens. The gold Chiavari chairs and chargers were ours of course!! We just loved the navy, pick and gold color combination. Perfect for a fall wedding!!

Signature Events By Design also provided the silver Chiavari chairs and cabaret tables used by the show attendees to take a break from all the fun the day provided. Lastly, we provided silver chairs to MMD Events as well for their spectacular booth. Take a look below!!

Photos courtesy of CSE Photography.

Rental Raves...The Don Cesar

2010-03-25T09:17:00.008-04:00

On March 13, 2010, Julie and Flo renewed their vows and celebrated their marriage at the Don Cesar Resort. What a stunning event!! We were honored to assist them with the decor by providing the chiavari chairs and chargers. We also worked closely with MMD Events (www.mmdevents) who completed the event with fabulous lounge furniture for the South Beach themed cocktail hour and the gorgeous cake table "room" complete with a crystal chandalier. These images from Shakespeare Photography (www.shakespearephotography.com) capture what a spectacular night it was. Thanks also Staci with Unique Event Design (www.uniqueeventdesign.com) for planning this beautiful weekend celebration.

Rental Raves...Happy New Year!!

2010-02-11T09:45:00.006-05:00

We had the pleasure of working with Lori and Jessica with Simply Divine Events (www.SimplyDivineEvents.com) on a December 31st wedding. What fun!! We provided the mahogany chiavari chairs and silver charger plates. The wedding and reception took place at the Vinoy in St. Petersburg and the color palette was stunning for this evening wedding. Photographs were provided by Life Long Studios (www.lifelongstudios.com).

Out & About....Pink Initiative Event

2010-01-28T10:03:00.002-05:00

Signature Event Rentals assisted with this year's "Pink Initiative...Wedding and Event Professionals for a Cure" event. It was held last night at the Quorum Hotel in Tampa. What a great way to help such a worthy cause and bring greater focus to breast cancer awareness. It was an honor for us to be asked to donate our services and we look forward to sharing the photos with you very soon!

Chiavari Chairs and Chargers~Wedding at the Tampa Marriott Waterside

2009-11-20T18:23:00.017-05:00

On November 14th, we had the pleasure of working with wedding planner Sandy Rule with Sandy Rule Events on a beautiful wedding at the Tampa Marriott Waterside. A fall themed wedding with hues of chocolate brown, creams, yellows and reds, the event was complimented by our gold chiavari chairs and gold chargers. Give us a call today to check on availability for your event...2010 dates are going fast!

Images courtesy of Brian C. Idocks Photographics

Announcement~Grand Opening of Signature Event Rentals!

2009-10-18T20:31:00.005-04:00

We are excited to announce the grand opening of our new company, Signature Event Rentals! Specializing in Chiavari Chairs but also offering charger plate and table rentals, check out our new website at http://www.tampaeventrentals.com/. We offer competitive pricing and dependable customer service to our clients that can't be beat. Call us today for pricing information and availability!!

Images courtesy of Limelight Photography; www.stepintothelimelight.com

New Wedding Invitations by Preston Bailey

2009-10-16T14:13:00.005-04:00

If you are a fan of Preston Bailey, celebrity wedding and event planner, you're going to love this. InvitationConsultants.com just launched a new line of affordable wedding invitations starting at $2 each. In Preston's own words, "the designs are clean and modern, with vibrant colors. Invitations give you a glimpse of what's to come, and these show guests it's going to be a chic and spirited celebration." Check out the new line for the invitation that will give your guests a sneak peek of what's to come on your special day.

Go Pink!! Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2009-10-09T07:47:00.010-04:00

As most of you I'm sure know, this month we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Anything pink goes to recognize this worthy cause. I love seeing pink on anything this time of year; throughout stores, flipping through magazines or surfing the net. There are so many little ways that we can all do our part to help the cause. I wanted to share just one example with anyone planning a bridal shower. Invitationconsultants.com is participating in a promotion through an organization known as the pinkinitiative.org and they are donating 100% of the proceeds from the sale of several invitations. Check out these adorable invites and the many others they carry for any and every occasion imaginable!!

Bridal Showcase at the Hilton Garden Inn

2009-10-08T23:35:00.011-04:00

We recently participated in a Bridal Showcase at the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Southeast. Our table looked great thanks to the help of two vendors we really enjoy working with, MMD Events and Chic Sweets. Amanda and Matt at MMD provided us with two gorgeous centerpieces that were perfect for our table. Check out the photos below. Natalie at Chic Sweets provided us with a yummy assortment of candy to match our tiffany blue table including gum balls, gummy bears and jelly beans. A huge Thank You to both of these vendors for helping us out.

We met a lot of great couples that day and hope we have the honor of working with them in the future. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to chat with us!!

Signature Inspirations: Pink and Green

2009-09-13T17:12:00.010-04:00

Pink and green is a color combination that you can have a lot of fun working with. Planning a spring or summer wedding? Whether you favor kiwi or kelly green, fushia or pale pink, these colors can create a light and airy feel for any wedding.

Photo credits: (1-3) StyleMePretty.com, (4-5) TheKnot

A Signature Event: Danica and Jeff

2009-09-01T06:08:00.018-04:00

What a great couple to work with. Danica was so pleasant and knew exactly what she wanted...every planner's dream. After a traditional church ceremony, the reception took place at Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club in Palm Harbor which did a beautiful job. The couple chose a pallet of gold and pale pink complementing the grand ballroom's hues. It was a perfect choice. Thanks to great tunes from Ron and his staff from Tampa Bay Disc Jockeys, the dance floor was full the entire night. Photographer Kim from Magick Effects Photography and David from Trinity Wedding Video were both great to work with. Here are a few of my favorite photos but you can check out more in my gallery. I will post a sample video soon as well.

Other vendors: Makeup-Kylelynn Cosmetics, Linens-Connie Duglin, Florals-DD's Blooms and Rhoda's English Garden, Transportation-Imperial One Limousine

Wedding Trend: Flip Flop Baskets

2009-08-16T20:22:00.004-04:00

What a great way for you to treat your guests to a little TLC at your reception. More and more brides are supplying a basket or two of flip flops for their guests to kick off their heels and head to the dance floor. We all know that after a few hours in heels, hitting the dance floor sounds anything but fun. This idea doesn't have to break the bank either. You can often find inexpensive flip flops at craft stores like Michael's or Joanne's or even Old Navy often for $1. Personalize the basket with a cute sign and ribbon or a little bling to coordinate with your wedding colors.

Photos: Project Wedding

Blue Inspiration Ideas

2009-07-23T16:20:00.009-04:00

As we move through the rainy days of summer, check out these Blue Inspiration ideas. Looking for your "Something Blue"? You may just find it here. Or maybe blue is your favorite color or reminds you of long relaxing days at the beach. Blue weddings can be fun and unique from dress to decor. Whether its a great pair of shocking blue heels (even if they aren't Jimmy Choos) or a dainty blue paper fan to help shoo away the hot humid Florida days....can't you just hear the waves crashing? Happy Summer!

Photo credits: (1-2) TheKnot, (3) eluckyme.com, (4) TheKnot, (5) eluckyme.com

Color Inspiration

2009-07-05T08:54:00.007-04:00

Simple yet elegant...if your looking for a color combo that's stylish and simple to coordinate, black and white is the way to go. Make it yours with an additional accent color like red or pink. Check out these photos from Southern Weddings and The Knot for a few great ideas.

A Southern Chic Bridal Show on June 28th!!

2009-06-20T08:26:00.005-04:00

Are you looking for a great bridal show to attend? Or do you want to learn how to get the wedding of your dreams from local experts? Then we have the bridal event for you! On Sunday, June 28th at the Tampa Woman's Club (2901 Bayshore Blvd) from 1-4pm, you can come out to meet local vendors, attend educational seminars and purchase discount bridal gowns ($100!!) to benefit charity. If you are interested in meeting us face to face, we will be in attendance and would love to meet you as well, so come check it out! If you'd like to check out our chairs...sit in them, touch them and see just how beautiful they are, they also will be in attendance. For more info, go to http://www.gettingmarried101.com/. Admission is free but the organizers are asking for a $5 donation, all of which will go to the charities that the Tampa Woman's Club supports. Hope to see you there!!!

Great new Cake Stand Idea!

2009-06-12T13:33:00.005-04:00

I wanted to pass along a new reception idea that I came across recently. Its a company that designs custom cake stands. Apart from the traditional silver or gold plateaus, there aren't many modern or custom options for today's trendy or modern bride. Raise the Cake however, provides a new way for brides to show off a beautiful wedding cake while showcasing their wedding colors, personal style and even a little bling.

"Design your own cake stand to match your event or choose one from our Couture Line. From Glizzy & Glam or Fun & Funky to Sleek & Mod, there is a cake stand for you. All stands come in 3 lightweight, one-time use sizes and arrive to you with directions and helpful ideas on how to make your cake table look faboo!" (http://www.raisethecake.com/)

Tip of the Day Tuesday...Welcome Baskets for your guests

2009-06-02T20:28:00.007-04:00

Guests spend a great deal of cash to travel to your wedding so why not go the extra mile to make them feel welcome (and special) when they arrive in what may be a strange town?? What's even better, make it a basket they will find useful during their stay. If you are getting married near a beach, give your guests a basket with some sunscreen, bottled water and a map to the nearest beach! Take a look at http://www.navyandlavender.com/. All of their baskets come with a great little kit called "Rescue Me" that includes personal items like toothepaste, bandaids and tissues.

Yellow...a great color for many occasions!!!

2009-05-16T19:50:00.020-04:00

Planning a baby shower, bridal shower or spring wedding? A yellow pallette is the perfect color selection to bring cheer, joy, love and a little sunshine to any occasion. And why not? Yellow reminds us of things that make us all smile...the warm sun, fresh squeezed lemonade and those fun yellow smiley faces from the 1970's!! Take a look at these decor ideas for your spring or summer event and use them as inspiration to find other other pieces that are sure to keep your guests smiling as well. Keep in mind that yellow also mixes well with many other colors like blue, green, and even black and white for a more modern look.

Photo credits: 1, 2 and 4-www.theknot.com; 3, 5, 6-www.eluckyme.com; 7-www.jeanm.com

8-10-www.invitationconsultants.com

Are you a "Green" Bride??

2009-05-08T16:19:00.004-04:00

More and more couples are looking for unique and innovative ways to carryover their eco-friendly lifestyles to their wedding day. There are countless ways to make even the smallest impact on the environment (and often your wallet) when it comes to wedding planning. If you're afraid to jump in the deep end, pick just a few of these ideas to use and know that you really are making a difference.

Check National Green Pages for the most current list of recycled paper products.

Keep the ceremony and reception size small (more intimate and relaxed, and it certainly saves on resources).

Reuse; avoid disposable or one-use items (e.g. disposable cameras).

Borrow or rent before purchasing, and try to use good-quality items, as they last longer.

Recycle (paper, plastics, etc.) or use materials made of recycled materials.

Use companies that donate a portion of their profits to good causes.

Consider table decor that is not so wedding specific that it can't be reused or given away.

Buy from local merchants to cut down on shipping.

Use flowers that are in season.

Leave wild flowers in the wild so they can reseed.

Source: http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/

Remember, every little bit counts!! This is just a sampling of the many ways to reduce your carbon footprint when planning your wedding. Check out the following book for more ideas.

Green Wedding: Planning Your Eco-Friendly Celebration by Mireya Navarro

Cool Cupcake Trees!!!

2009-05-04T13:30:00.010-04:00

Planning to have a cupcake tree for your wedding reception or next party instead of a traditional cake?? Check out Cupcaketree.com. Their "trees" come in various sizes, shapes and are reasonably priced. They recently introduced a new square cupcake tree!! Decorate them with flowers, ribbon, doilies, linens or candles on the table to fit the occasion. And you can still place a small cake on the top of most stands for the bride and groom's ceremonial cutting of the cake. What a fun idea!!

Photos: http://www.cupcaketree.com

2009-05-02T08:06:00.000-04:00

A wedding's design should truly reflect the bride and groom's personalities. The cake topper is just one place for the couple to express their sense of humor, creativity, nostalgia, etc. Check out these and other unique cake toppers from Beau Coup at http://tinyurl.com/c5l7xq.

Signature Events By Design joins Cyberspace!!

2009-05-01T22:59:00.000-04:00

This is our first blog entry and what I hope to be the first of many inspirational posts for brides and party planners looking for a few ideas for a great event. Happy blogging!!

In case you haven't had the chance to visit our website at http://www.signatureeventstampa.com/, not only do we provide full service wedding and event planning, we are also Tampa's newest provider of chiavari chair rentals. Here are just a few examples of why we think Chiavaris are a must if you can find the room in your budget. Classic, timeless, elegant yet contemporary and stylish. What a way to make any event fabulous!!

Photos: projectwedding.com