We’re excited to share a new rental item on this week’s “Did You Know” series. The white tufted bar is the newest bar in our collection, and it’s sure to bring a beautiful, sleek look to any event, special occasion, or wedding.
White Tufted Bar
We currently have 2 white tufted bars for rent, so call us today at 901-457-1909 for pricing and availability. We look forward to hearing from you!
It was a busy wedding weekend for Mahaffey! We provided a 66 ft x 166 ft tent for an Indian wedding reception of 450 guests at TPC Southwind this past Saturday.
The tent was dressed a variety of Mahaffey accessories including solid white sidewalls, a beautiful white ceiling liner, five 28-light iron chandeliers, silver canister lights, wood flooring, carpet, two stages, a white dance floor, white leather tufted bars, banquet tables, cocktail tables, mahogany chiavari chairs, ivory chair pads, and silver chargers. 12 upright fans were also used to generate air flow and half of the sidewalls on one side of the tent remained open to provide more light and an airy feel. Take a look at the finished product!
The color scheme for the wedding reception was stunning. The tables were decorated using acid green, peacock blue, and dark purple table linens. We did not provide the linens, but we did provide the silver chargers at each place setting, which were accented with teal blue napkins. White satin sashes were draped over our mahogany chiavari chairs for a soft, romantic touch.
We thoroughly enjoyed working Le Reve Creations, a full service event design & decor company out of Richmond, VA, to make this wedding huge success!
In our last blog post we shared 2012 color trends with you, so today we want to share four general wedding trends that come to us from St. Louis Weddings on what you can expect to see brides engaging in this year.
Going Green
Brides will save money and the environment as they incorporate environmentally friendly touches to their wedding. More brides will be choosing locally grown flowers, re-purposing old items for centerpieces ,and purchasing recycled invitations.
Vintage Themes
Many brides will choose vintage and rustic decor this year. Brides will be achieving this feeling by decorating with old antiques, refurbished thrift store items, and old wedding photos from both families on the tables at the reception.
Think Outside the Church
Many couples will choose to be married at an outdoor location, such as a beautiful garden or a gorgeous backyard, as opposed to a church.
Having an outdoor ceremony is just one way to make your wedding memorable.
Do-It-Yourself
Do-it-yourself projects have been very popular among brides for the past few years, and this year is no exception. More and more brides are turning to DIY projects like printing their own invitations, writing their own place cards and creating centerpieces themselves. If you have the time and the creativity, you can add a lot of home made touches to your special day.
St. Louis Weddings recommends taking it one DIY project at a time to avoid overload.
Are you a 2012 bride? Will your guests see any of these trends at your wedding? Let us know which ones!
Be sure to check out the full St. Louis Weddings “Emerging Wedding Trends for 2012″ article here.
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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The National Ornamental Metal Museum is one of Mahaffey’s preferred vendors, so we encourage everyone to check out their Holiday Open House this coming Sunday, December 11, from noon to 5 p.m. at 374 Metal Museum Drive in Memphis.
The event will include holiday music by pianist Hayley Roth, refreshments (bake-off style), and family fun activities. The open house will feature these exhibitions:
Admission is free and museum store items will be on discount during the event. Non-members will receive 10% off museum store purchases, and members will receive 20% off museum store purchases. These discounts will not be valid with any other promotions.
And if you’re interested in hosting an event at the Metal Museum, details will be available on The Winter Wonderland Package at the Holiday Open House. Mahaffey supplies the Metal Museum with all its tent and party rental needs, and we’ll have a consultant on hand who will be able to give you more details and information about the package. Bridal consultant and event decorator, Angela Mazanti, will also be in attendance to answer questions.
We hope to see you there!
Our showroom has been updated again! We’re displaying a ride range of tables, chairs, linens, dishware and more, so be sure to stop by soon.
Here’s a sneak peak at what we have out on the floor right now.
Standard black pipe and drape with a poll drape feel, tied with chair sashes
36″ round table with black chiavari chairs
60″ round table with silver linens and silver chiavari chairs
36″ round table with mahogany chateau chairs
36″ round table with gold chiavari chairs
36″ round bistro table with bar stools
Also, don’t forget about the two Thanksgiving specials we’re running through Thanksgiving week.
Our standard Thanksgiving special includes a 60” round or 8′ banquet table, a basic poly linen and 8 basic folding chairs for only $25. Our premium Thanksgiving special includes a 60” round or 8′ banquet table, a specialty linen (crinkle, satin, etc.) and 8 fruitwood, natural, or white padded chairs all for only $50.
Give us a call today at 901-457-1909 and be sure to visit our website to view all our products.
Wade & Company, one of Mahaffey’s preferred catering vendors, was founded by Wade Hartsfield in 2006. His company has provided it’s wonderful services of catering and event design for numerous wedding receptions, corporate events, fundraisers and intimate gatherings.
Beautiful fruit and cracker display
Wade & Company has a professional design staff that will help bring character and personality to your venue. Their nationally recognized culinary staff will generate ideas and create a beautiful presentation of food at your event.
Wade & Company is a member of the National Association of Catering Executives and the International Caterers Association. They also acheived their Project Green Fork certification in June 2010. Project Green Fork was a movement started in 2008 to promote a sustainable Mid-South by helping to reduce environmental impacts and strengthen homegrown restaurants.
Salad display
For more information on Wade & Company call them at 901-260-3766 or email them at entertain@wadeandcompanycatering.com. Also, be sure to find them on Facebook. And don’t forget to book Wade & Company for your next event!
NOTE: All photos courtesy of Wade & Company’s website.
Many brides are kissing traditional ways goodbye! It’s generally accustom for a bride to wear one dress on her wedding day, but one of the latest and hottest new trends is to have two wedding day dresses – one for the ceremony and one for the reception. We’ve seen lots of celebrities, including Carrie Underwood, participate in this trend! Take a look at her beautiful, custom made Monique Lhuillier gowns.
Carrie Underwood’s ceremony dress
Carrie Underwood’s reception dress
Of course we know that a Monique Lhuillier gown (especially two custom ones) isn’t exactly what the average woman would call affordable, but no worries! We’ve found some fancy 2-in-1 options by David’s Bridal that won’t break the bank. 
We love this first look because the dress goes from sophisticated to fun with just one zip — we especially love that it’s only $549!
To get this same look, click here!
We also love this next David’s Bridal gown because in a matter of minutes it’s transformed from elegant and beautiful to flirty and fun! And the best part — its also only $549!
To get a similar look, click here!
Happy wedding dress shopping to all the brides out there! If you decide to do wear a 2-in-1 gown on your wedding day, we know it’s something you and your guests are sure to remember. Feel free to share your thoughts and pictures with us below in the comments or on our Facebook page! We’d love to hear from you!
Looking for a caterer in the Memphis area? Look no further than Just Catering, a full service gourmet caterer with style and ambiance. Just Catering is Mahaffey’s newest preferred catering partner, and it’s owned and operated by Ann Barnes. She’s been in business since 1981 and is committed to creating a memorable event and dining experience for every possible occasion. Just Catering does wedding showers, baby showers, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, corporate meetings, fund raisers, auction dinners, anniversary dinners, engagement parties, theme parties and wedding receptions.
Beautiful display of food by Just Catering.
Barnes also owns and operates Just for Lunch, a local restaurant that is comfortably nestled in the Chickasaw Oaks Village at 3092 Poplar Ave, Suite 11, in Memphis. Stop by and you’ll see, like we did, that it’s the quaintest restaurant in town. The atmosphere is reminiscent of tearooms, and they have a variety of delicious menu items. Classics include chicken salad, albacore tuna salad, pimento cheese, egg-and-olive, and ham salad. The salad selection is substantial and includes Southern chopped salad, Mediterranean salad, pasta salad with Brie, and the Just for Lunch club salad. Sandwiches, soups, and desserts are also available. We stopped by yesterday and had a wonderful lunch out on the patio. I had the BLT & avocado sandwich with a side of fresh fruit, and Beth had the grilled chicken sandwich with a side of fresh fruit. Both were amazing!
The adorable patio where we enjoyed our lunch.
Just for Lunch is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and Just Catering is available for events of all sizes. Contact them today or give them at call at 901-454-0755 for more information, and be sure to visit their web site to view their catering menu. Bon Appetit!
Social Butterflies, LLC is one of Mahaffey’s preferred wedding and event planners. They have planned award winning events and weddings that have brought them much recognition. Michelle Hope and Jaime Newsom are the owners and lead designers of Social Butterflies, and they are committed to planning and designing events that stand out from others. We’ve partnered with them on numerous occasions to provide tent and party rentals, and working with them is always an absolute joy and pleasure. Take a look at the photos below to see the exquisite designs they’ve created.
As you can see their creations are stunning. So whether your planning an elegant wedding or special event — you can trust Social Butterflies to make it beautiful and memorable! Set up a consultation today by visiting their web site or by calling 901-828-9321 or 901-691-1849. Also, be sure to find them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter for the latest news and information.
NOTE: All photos courtesy of Annabella Charles.
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