One of the things always provided at weddings is an open bar, but that doesn't mean it has to be unlimited and out of this world expensive. One idea is to concentrate on one type of liquor, such as a whiskey bar. Serve Whiskey Sours, Manhattans, Old Fashioned's, or other drinks that are whiskey based. If your area of town accommodates, you can serve local beer, wine or spirits and focus on the local attractions! Or, you could choose to serve signature cocktails along with beer and wine. A specialty drink that coincides with the theme and colors of the wedding is always noticed, and you can select one for the bride and one for the groom! Spice up the look of the bar with flowers, lighting, amazing signs, and decoration of some sort....make it the focal point so guests can appreciate your one of a kind specialty bar!
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2. Surprise!
Guests at an event love to be surprised and caught off guard with something amazing happening. Some of our weddings have seen the bride & groom arrive at the ceremony by yacht, a serenade to the bride from the groom and groomsmen, a surprise fireworks show at dusk, a late night surprise donut station for a little sugar rush to keep the party going...the possibilities are endless when the goal is to take your guests by surprise! Small touches will go a very long way!
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3. Hands-On Experiences
Guests love to be part of the experience versus feeling like they're just sitting on the sidelines observing. It makes for a much more memorable event for them that way! Whether it's a video booth with fun props and signs...a finger painting style guestbook for them to get creative....a scavenger hunt printed on the cocktail hour napkins with a prize for the winners...a candy station or dessert station where guests can concoct their own delicious creation...there are so many ways to involve your guests in a fun and memorable way!
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4. Great Music
It's widely known that music can make or break an event. A great DJ is always a safe avenue to pursue when you want a way to keep the party going and an MC for announcements. You can also go for live music instead, which provides double duty - - music and MC for the event, along with a live show! I've seen some really incredible bands of all genres performing at weddings and events. A great band can make the evening unforgettable! You can also incorporate solo musicians through the event for the wow-factor - - a harpist welcoming guests as they arrive at the ceremony...a trumpet as the bride walks down the aisle...an acoustic guitar as the guests sip champagne at cocktail hour...
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5. Take-Home Reminders
Guests always like to take home a reminder of how wonderful your event was! It's a wonderful thank you gift to receive from the bride and groom (or the host/hostess of the party) and it gives them something to remember the special day by! They can be beautiful pre-packaged edibles that can be saved for later, or something eco-friendly such as seeds to plant and grow beautiful flowers or plants, or a photo/video booth to provide fun mementos are always popular!
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6. An Amazing Décor Focal Point
Choose one aspect of the event and make it so amazing that it takes their breath away at first glance! Make a fabulous archway or structure for the wedding ceremony. It will be center stage for all the guests to see so it's the perfect place to create an eye-catching décor statement. Old rustic doors, archways of branches and flowers, crystals and florals hanging from a tree are all great options! Choose something from the reception to grab their attention as well. A fabulously decorated over the top background for the photo booth, a gorgeous lighted backdrop for the head table or sweetheart table, even the signature bar could be the center of attention from a design stand point...whatever part of the reception is most important to you, make it amazing!
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