Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Planning: Bigger doesn't always mean Better...

I've seen it too many times. A BIG cake, BIG venue, BIG guest list, BIG money, BIG linens, BIG flowers...BIG BIG BIG...but bigger doesn't always mean better.

Think about what is important to you. What would makes YOUR event a successful event. Is it your guests on the dance floor the entire night? Is it having to usher your guests out the door at the end of the night because they just REFUSE to leave? Or is it just surveying your room and seeing all your guests enjoying non-stop good food, socializing and smiling from ear to ear. Whatever it is, aim for that. Cater to what is going to make you happiest and don't expect that just because you have all the BIG items...your guest will think it's a Better event.

  • If you want your guests to dance the night away...Play the music they will love
  • If you want your guest to have to kick your guests out... Keep it light hearted, fun, festive, exciting and moving
  • If you want your guests eating, smiling and socializing... Seat people together whose personalities fit. Consider a heavy hors'd'oeuvres or a multiple course menu. Keep the eye view of your seated guests open so they can socialize. Walk around greet and keep the conversations going.
You know your guests...they are no different the day of your event than they are the day before. So keep that in mind when planning your day. After all you want the BIG event and not the BIG disappointment.

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