No matter the season, an all-white party is fresh, stylish and sophisticated. Take a look at this all white engagement party we did with Social Butterflies. All photos are courtesy of the talented Annabella Charles.
Like what you see? Give us a call today at 901-457-1909 or visit our website to plan your all-white event. We look forward to hearing from you!
Our showroom has been updated! Make an appointment today to stop by and see all our lovely tent accessories and party rentals on display. Consultations are free and you’ll be able to play around with our wide variety of event rentals including linens, tableware, chairs, furniture, accessories, and more to see what works for you. Our team will even design a table for you so you can actually see what it will look like in your wedding tent or event venue.
Here’s a preview of what we have on the floor right now!
These rosette chair covers would look great at reception or small soiree.
Gold trimmed tableware, small black appetizer plates, and crown gold flatware creates an elegant yet bold look for any occasion this winter.
This stunning Sofia sofa would look fabulous at your next special event.
We have everything you need to complete your look, and we can’t wait to work with you. Give us a call at 901-457-1909 and be sure to visit our website to view our full line of tents and party rental accessories.
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Wondering what some of the most popular flowers are for this fall wedding season? If you’re a fall bride, then listen up because this blog post is for you! We’ve stumbled upon three types of flowers that are hot this fall season, and we want to share them. Enjoy!
Dahlias
Dahlias can make any fall bouquet pop! Since they are a garden flower, they look great paired with other garden flowers like peonies and daisies. They are beautiful, bold and bushy, so their dramatic appearance is sure to catch the eyes of your guests. You can expect to pay around $5 per stem for dahlias, but it is well worth it because their blooms are often over 4” across. This size is great for helping to fill out bouquets, center pieces and other wedding floral decor. Dahlias come in a variety shapes, sizes and colors including white, yellow, orange, hot pink, burgundy and burgundy/black. They also come in bi-color varieties.
Photo by Joyelle West Photography
Photo by Joyelle West Photography
Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas create and elegant and beautiful accent when used in wedding floral. They can be incorporated into bridal bouquets as well as ceremony and reception flowers. Hydrangeas have a big, bushy head, which help to fill empty spaces. Because they are so large and beautiful, some brides choose to use only hydrangeas in their bouquet. They are moderately priced and come in a variety of shades such as green, pink, burgundy and blue.
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Mums
Mums are playful and unique, so they generally look best when incorporated into bouquets with other types of flowers. Mums also look great as boutonnieres and corsages, providing a pop of color to the wedding party floral. They are relatively inexpensive considering their size, and they come in a variety of colors including white, off-white, yellow, gold, bronze, red, burgundy, pink and purple. Mums are also easy to tint, so if you want a particular color, but can’t find it – tinting is always an option.
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Photo by Paul Dyer via wildflowerevents.blogspot.com
*Sources: The Knot, Forevermore Events Wedding and Event Design Blog & Lola Blooms
A special thank you to our friends at Southern Bride. Below is a recent blog post that goes along with our “Best of Southern Weddings” series. Hope you get as much inspiration out of it as we did! You can’t get any more Southern than mason jars. 
The Mason Jar, also known as “Ball Jar” was invented in 1858 by John Mason. The original purpose of the mason jar was to be used for preserving and storing food. They are still used for that very purpose today, but have also become quite popular for weddings as well. Many brides have been using mason jars to incorporate a little southern flair into their big day.
They can be used in so many ways! They can be a decoration with candles or flower arrangements inside, on tables, as aisle markers, as table numbers, filled with some treats/favors for the guests, and of course they can be used to serve food and drinks.
Mason jars can be used in both formal and casual settings. Adding some beautiful floral centerpieces can make them more formal, while placing a single stem or votive candle can make it more casual. They can also be used as glasses for your guests to drink from. You can serve Southern favorites like lemonade or sweet tea or even a signature, Southern cocktail.
{An Event to Remember Wedding Planning, davidhphotography, In Bloom Floral Design}
Holly and Aaron Ryan, who were married in Moorseville, AL used mason jars to decorate the church they were married in. They hung the jars on the pews with simple flower arrangements and delicate ribbon The church was very old and Holly did not want to take away from the character of the church, which is why the mason jars worked so well. Their wedding was a true, Southern event and the mason jars added that special touch and set the tone for their special, Southern celebration. To see more photos and inspiration from Holly and Aaron’s wedding, click here.
If you are interested in finding, vintage mason jars for your wedding or event, check local antique shops in your area or you can also find them on Etsy.
For more information on this post and other fabulous Southern wedding ideas, visit the Southern Bride Blog!
Xoxo,
Beth
Once the “party after the party” commenced, preparations for the wedding reception began. The bride’s family rented out an old warehouse, now frequently used as an event venue, and we transformed it into a southern bride’s dream, complete with both modern and traditional elements.
Mahaffey set up three tents: one used as a covered entryway for cars to load and unload guests, another as a coat check area, and the last to enclose the front of the warehouse. We created a makeshift bridge over the curb going into the warehouse, as well as a 20′ gutter system from the entryway tent to the front enclosure.
Elegant crush linens paired with silver chiavari chairs and bar stools gave this venue the upscale vibe the bride was going for. The exquisite floral and votive centerpieces added to the modern look.
Here is another view of the reception layout…what a great idea the planner had to set up the open bar in the middle! Easy access to booze no matter where you were seated! Same with the food tables.
Because they were so elegantly decorated, the bar and food areas fit in well with the modern/nature theme.
Absolutely stunning cake display!
The bride’s father is involved with the New Orleans Saints, so of course the game had to be on during the reception…
Need a unique idea for a drink to serve? A friend of the family owns a vineyard in Napa Valley, and they had a few cases of red wine blended and bottled especially for the happy couple. Talk about a nice gift!
A historic vault set in the basement of luxury apartment building Metro 67 in Downtown Memphis was transformed into a chic ultra lounge last week. Check out these cool photos, showcasing our fun LED bar. How amazing is it that a simple switch of a light color can completely reinvent a room!
Thanks to this gorgeous venue, Metro 67!
A few weeks ago we had a client who wanted to surprise her daughter with a Sweet 16 party. Their family has owned a cotton farm for many generations, and they wanted to host the soiree in their retired cotton gin. I was thrilled to use an out-of-the-box venue and excited about the challenge of designing a “Country Couture” event in such utilitarian space.
I began brainstorming for decor details by getting to know the client’s daughter. Because the party was a surprise, I had to do so through photographs and stories from her mother. She wanted “country,” but not “cowgirl.” Her favorite color is teal and she loves shopping at Anthropologie She is chic yet laid back, athletic and a social butterfly (like us!). I knew the client wanted to use resources already available, such as bales of hay and twinkle lights. Check out what we came up with, most images beautifully captured by photographer Angie Gibson Ford, the less professional ones by us!
To fill the large ceiling space of the gin, we needed more than twinkle lights. Full country moons inspired these round orbs floating in the rafters. Guess what they are – latex balloons! We found 3′ diameter circular balloons and had them strung with fishing wire at varied heights. They drew the eye upward and glowed in the party light. A birthday party is not complete without balloons, but we of course had to think of an out-of-the-box way to incorporate them.
This party was a great experience for us- we got to think outside the box and utilize a totally different space. We had a great time and we hope the guests did as well!
- Thanks to Social Butterflies for this fabulous guest post!
What’s hot right now? Glassware for food serving! Hors d’Oeuvres, desserts, you name it… This season, it’s all about nontraditional presentations.
If you’re looking to break the traditional five-course approach, base your wedding reception on cocktails and appetizers. This catering serving style allows for more variety and ample opportunity for creative presentation ideas.
Serve a signature dish, like shrimp and grits, at a customized martini station. Feature a mashed potato bar for your guests to dress how they want. And desserts? The possibilities are endless!
These culinary works of art create an intimate social atmosphere for your guests.
Love a rooftop party? We do, too! This event, which took place atop one of the staple hotels of Downtown Memphis, has modern and cool written all over it.
Ultra hip lounge furniture, the ever-popular Ghost chairs, white linens, and exotic tabletop decor fill up this swanky rooftop to create a downtown chic vibe. We’re sure it left a lasting impression for all guests, and hopefully inspired others for their own pre-wedding soiree.
Photographer: Annabella Brandon of Asian Bees / Venue: Madison Hotel, Memphis, TN / Event Planner: Social Butterflies / Flowers: Karin Woodward of Haute Horticulture / Music: Gerald Stephens Jazz Trio / Furniture, Linen and other Rentals: Mahaffey Tent and Party Rentals
Whether you’re a bride, event planner, or production manager, everyone is thinking “green” when it comes to events.
With that said, there are countless ways to stay environmentally friendly while still providing the Wow! effect at your event. Click on the image below for a video on some of the latest trends in the world of tent and party rentals…
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