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Have you ever gotten an invitation in the mail be it a wedding, a birthday party, dinner party or a business function and you set it aside thinking you will RSVP later or maybe you even think that it is really no big deal if you RSVP at all? Okay I am guilty of the same thing, but I am making a commitment to change as of now, especially when I see the direct impact of late or non-existant RSVP’s on a daily basis with my clients.
Invitations with response cards are not inexpensive in most cases and so many things depend on the host getting them back in order to make accurate plans and arrangements based on head count for their event.
Not only do they allow the host to have enough food prepared but they are important for seating arrangements, number of tables needed, number of centerpieces needed, number of linens needed, number of service staff needed, number of favors needed, amount of alcohol, amount of plates, flat ware, glasses, servings of cake and on and on. You can probably tell that the little card included in your invitation that is probably already pre-addressed and has postage already paid in order to make it the easiest and simplest process possible to motivate you to go ahead and fill it out and drop it back in the mail ASAP, is very important to the person who sent it to you.
So in closing I ask that the next time you recieve a gracious invitation in the mail that has been carefully selected, designed and sent with you in mind, please, PLEASE RSVP! 
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Imagine if you will for a moment with me, the moment you were old enough to start dreaming of the person who would represent your “Ken doll” in your life and of course, you would be “Barbie”.
You imagined in your mind the “princess” dress you would wear with the cathedral train that trailed into the next city block. You imagined your handsome “Ken” awaiting you at the end of the three mile aisle you would glide down while everyone in the whole town admired how lovely and magnificent you looked on the most important and mentally rehearsed day of your life.
Of course you also rehearsed in your mind what style and color bridesmaid’s dresses all of the girls in your third grade class would be wearing, but by no means upstaging you the “star” of the day!
You imagined that as soon as your groom’s eyes fell on his exquisite bride, the heavens would part and golden light would shine from above to spotlight you, angels would sing and the whole room of one thousand of your closest friends and family would adore you.
OK, now imagine with me the sound of a needle screeching across a vinyl record!!
I can only speak for myself, but as a wedding planner and designer, it is my greatest desire to make your childhood dreams and fantasies become tangible for you on your wedding day. In fact, it is my desire to exceed your expectations for the most important day of your life, but here is where that dirty word “reality” comes in and steals the show.
Although we can be the most creative visionaries you will ever meet, we were not present when the earth was formed, therefore disqualifying us in the miracle department. J
Wedding television has been an incredible catalyst for our industry. It has opened doors for creative ideas and wonderful locals, for all kinds of wedding experiences. However, it has also set the bar for what brides want and expect on their wedding day.
There has to be some compromise involved if you don’t have a large or unlimited budget. You can still have an extremely elegant, and upscale wedding experience on a limited budget, but you may have to do it in front of 50-100 choice guests as opposed to the 300 that you want. If I had to make one suggestion to a bride who had a limited budget, but still wanted that “TV” worthy wedding, I would tell her to consider her guest list. For every person that you invite to your wedding it could realistically (There is that ugly word again) raise your overall cost $100-$200 per person. That in solid numbers could mean $10,000 for an extra 50 people. Keep in mind that these numbers include all of your expenses for the wedding, including food, linens, flowers, etc.
Your guest list determines everything. Please do not assume that less people in any way makes your wedding experience any less special or enjoyable. It is sometimes more special and intimate with a small crowd.
Remember that this day is about sentiment, love, expression, union, spirituality and joy. I wish you the warmest congratulations and happy planning! ~
Angela Mazanti
Angela Mazanti Events
www.AngelaMazantiEvents.com
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How to Use Lighting to Create “Drama” For Your Next Event:
Choose Your Mood
If you want to create a “Wow Factor” that will make your guests feel as if they have entered an enchanted far away land as soon as they enter the room, then you should look no further than your closest lighting designer.
A well designed and executed lighting plan can change the whole atmosphere in the flip of a switch. If you don’t have the most elaborate looking venue, you can certainly create one by using theatrical lighting.
Most weddings these days are much, much more than just a ceremony and then a reception with cake, punch and mints; no today’s savvy couples want “drama”!
We can use our artistic design to translate the emotions each couple comes to us with. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening or a sultry affair, it’s important that you communicate to your planner or lighting team the exact look and vibe you want. To change the energy in the room during the night, we can employ a system called intelligent lighting: You can create customized assortments of light or light palettes that alternate throughout the night. Options include an “excitement” palette of reds and oranges, to energize your guests, or a calming “in-between-courses” palette of blues and purples, which can soothe guests and facilitate conversation.
Use Flattering Hues
Golden and amber tones allow you and your guests to look their best. Warm colors, such as gold, flatter everyone and highlight decor beautifully. Shades of pink are also complimentary. You can use these shades to color an entire space and invoke a sense of warmth and comfort.
Light to Enhance
To highlight centerpieces and food displays, we employ a technique called pin spotting, in which a tightly focused light makes decorative touches shine. Gobo lights—a special projector with an etched metal template (the gobo)—can be used to wash the walls with the lines of your favorite poem or to shine a pretty pattern such as the couples monogram on the dance floor.
Gorgeous light isn’t relegated to reception space only. Hallways and courtyards can, and should, be embellished. If your party is a subdued one, you may choose to illuminate these areas to complement your reception lighting and decor. If you opt for a funkier vibe, however, you can change the colors and moods of each area.
A wonderfully lit space is sure to create a desirable ambience and enhance your reception decor. When your guests walk into a room that is lit properly, they will not only look good, but feel great too.”
~Angela Mazanti
Angela Mazanti Events is a full service event design firm, fully equipped and staffed to “Illuminate” your next event.~
www.angelamazantievents.com
(901) 690-2738
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About Angela Mazanti Events
With a background in Interior Design and a passion for entertaining, Angela Mazanti launched Angela Mazanti Events in 1999 in Memphis Tennessee.
Angela has become especially well known for her ability to completely transform raw, ordinary spaces into sumptuous, theatrical environments, translating her client’s fantasies into awe inspiring reality.
Angela’s one of a kind creations include extravagant weddings and chic events.
Angela Mazanti Events signature style combines exuberant and harmonious color palettes, sensuous textures, shapes that are both architectural and organic, and modern adaptations of traditional elements to excite the senses in profound ways. Inspired by the simple beauty of the natural world, Angela is known for taking small simple elements, changing them, reshaping them and repeating them on many layers to create grand spectacular dramatic statements.
Q: How do you manage to customize an event down to the last detail?
A: Angela Mazanti Events is more of a “boutique” firm specializing in “custom” design.
We only offer our services to around 20 clients per calendar year in order to maintain a level of personalization that our client’s desire.
Q: How do you approach the planning and design of an event?
A: We like to compare it to the way a Broadway Producer approaches a play: We make sure the stars shine and the audience/ guests always go home wanting more.
We always strive to create unique, fun, and interesting events for the guests to “experience”.
Q: What makes your services so desirable to your client’s?
A: Have you ever gone to multiple hair stylists, looking for that one person who just “gets” you and your personal sense of style? It’s very similar in the way that our clients want to work with someone who can meet with them and just “get it”. We like to read between the lines and work with what we draw from many aspects of their personality, favorite, foods, movies, colors, music, etc. Essentially we feel that it is our job to translate an experience based on multiple facets of our client’s lives, and create a “one of a kind” event that has been designed down to the very last detail with them in mind.
Q: What would you say are the company’s three best assets or advantages?
A: I would have to say that overall, I LOVE this business. I eat, breathe and sleep all aspects of this business. My involvement does not end at 5pm when it’s time to go home. I may be inspired by a television show or magazine layout at 2am and get up and apply that to whatever event I may be working on. It’s not just a job for me; it’s a way of life, a passion, a true gift that I thank God for every day.
The second thing would be that I am keenly aware of what makes an event spectacular or just mediocre. There is a real psychology involved in creating an atmosphere that will stimulate all five senses. We use different elements to stimulate sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. This approach truly makes the difference in whether an event is just “attended” or “experienced”
Lastly, I would say that there is truly a bonding on a certain level that occurs with each client. There is always a level of professionalism that is second to none, but certainly a special friendship occurs with each client as the process of planning their special event unfolds. We love being able to guide our client down this sometimes daunting road, and create an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. We realize there are many choices available when it comes to event professionals, so when a client chooses us we treat the opportunity to create their special event as a privilege. ~
Angela Mazanti Events
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