No matter what type of event you’re planning, you have probably realized by now that the list of ‘things to get done’ is endless. Other than the main elements of your event, like the venue and the food, there are some other things that you often overlook, like your event timeline, lighting, and perhaps most importantly – music! Most people tend to leave music to the end of their planning process, which is actually a huge mistake because music can either take your event to the next level or totally destroy it. Music creates atmosphere and ambiance; it influences your guests’ moods and makes them feel comfortable. Music is used to emphasize meaningful moments, not to mention that in the case of a wedding reception, musical selections reveal the unique personalities of the bride and the groom. Whether you’re planning a wedding, baptism, anniversary or birthday party, here are some pointers you should consider when planning the musical portion of your next event in Greece.

What’s Better, A Band or DJ?

Choosing between a band or a DJ for your event can be a challenging task. Everything depends on the atmosphere you want to create, your energy level, your budget, your musical taste, and your guest list. For example, if you’re planning a formal affair and want soft, relaxing music playing in the background, a DJ is the right choice. If you’re going for a livelier vibe, then hiring a band will surely bring your guests to their feet, making them feel even more part of the show. Another thing you should take into account is your venue. Maybe your venue does not have enough space to host multiple band members. In addition to this, consider the venue style and which type of music is a better fit. For more contemporary venues, a DJ is a more sure fit, but if you’re tying the knot at a place of historical significance, then having a live performance is sure to elevate your reception experience. Last but not least, keep your budget in mind; typically, a DJ is a more affordable option if you’re budget conscious.

Make Sure Your Guests Can Hear What’s Going On

If your next event in Greece is an outdoor wedding, then you should unanticipate natural sounds like the wind, for example, which can quickly ruin everything. But even if your venue is indoors, you should still ensure that your guests can hear each other, and especially when you’re speaking your heartfelt vows. For this reason, you, your significant other, and your officiant should always be amplified. This can be achieved, either by wearing a lapel mic or having a standing mic set up between the three of you. You will also need speakers placed around the space.

Choose The Right Music

The type of music you choose for your events should do two things – match your personality and engage your guests. Of course, your musical taste is very important, since it is your wedding, but make sure to also include some classic, familiar songs that everybody loves, it will ensure that your guests won’t get bored. The size of your guest list also plays an important role when choosing music. Loud and upbeat electronic music wouldn’t suit an intimate micro wedding, for example. Additionally, you’ll want to think about the size of the space; a solo violinist may sound great, but it will be hard to hear in a massive hall. Similarly, no matter how much you love rock music, if you have chosen a small dining room as your venue, a live rock band will overpower it. If it’s a wedding that you’re planning, part of choosing-the-perfect-music includes, of course, your first dance. Almost everybody has a soundtrack to their relationship, whether it is a romantic love song that reflects your unique love story, the first song you ever danced to, or a song that played when you first met. It’s meant to be something special and authentic for an unforgettable first dance that you’ll keep forever in your hearts.     Be sure not to underestimate the power of music. There’s music for every mood and every situation. It’s one of those things that makes people feel – it connects them deeply on an emotional level. Get in touch with us and we will arrange all the details so your next event in Greece has only the best music to your ears. After all, music gives us reason to celebrate!

Having taken the social media world by storm, candy bars aka desert bars are a feast for the senses – they offer a fun way to personalize any type of event and dazzle your guests! From bespoke intimate events and elevated wedding parties, candy bars add panache to any occasion, serving as a unique decorative element that adds dimension to your food and beverage selections.

If you want your next event to have a dramatic candy bar or dessert table that will make for a gorgeous Instagram photo, all you need is a table, a little imagination, and our expert services and resources! With our bespoke designing and planning services, we can design your beautiful candy bar/dessert table harmoniously with the rest of your event décor set up.

Always aligned with your desires, we carefully and meticulously design a dessert display that matches your unique personality. If you’d like to achieve a cohesive look, we’ll make sure that the sweets and dishes perfectly match your event’s color scheme, your personal style, as well as the overall mood of your event. If you’d like more variety, we can use all kinds of dishes and accessories from elegant glass jars to vintage trays and rustic baskets, and we can opt for bright, colorful sweets, displayed at different heights for visual impact. If you want to add an extra something, we can even create one of a kind dessert corners such as doughnut and cotton candy stands!

Yet, desserts and dishes alone are not enough to create a successful dessert buffet. Creating a unique customized backdrop is the next big thing in event design. We use floral decor and candles to accent the table, as well as other decorative elements, such as creative balloons settings, printed backdrops, garlands, fairy lights, or lanterns and other event design trends. Of course, we always keep in mind that a candy bar should be fun and interactive – it’s a station where your guests feel happy and joyful!

Regardless of the decor you choose, we work with top patisseries to ensure that you are served high-end and completely personalized desserts. Think chocolates with your own monogram, specialty truffles, cupcakes decorated with gold leaf flakes; everything we create and offer is of the highest quality and elegance. When it comes to cakes, we take pride in our collaboration with talented cake artists, whose extraordinary creations are sure to wow you and give your guests’ sweet tooth something to remember you by. From luxe tiered cakes that dazzle with their opulence to seamless geometric designs, they know all about the latest pastry trends and their extensive list of cake flavors includes both classic and super modern flavors that promise a second-to-none culinary experience.

Combining our expertise and creativity with your imaginative ideas, we can turn any simple dessert table into a wonderfilled focal point of your luxury event. All you need to do is get in touch with us and share your vision – the rest you can leave to us!

The right lighting can transform any ordinary event into something extraordinary! From weddings and baptisms to birthday parties and proposals, lighting plays a huge role in creating moods and emotions for your guests.
Although often overlooked, event lighting can be used to highlight features of your venue space, add special effects, and create the perfect atmosphere. It’s too easy to think that all you need is sufficient light for people to be able to see what they’re doing, or perhaps spotlight a performer, but there is so much more to event lighting than this. The intensity, the color and even the angle of the light and pattern can affect how and what your guests are actually feeling.

So, how exactly does lighting impact your event, and how can you ensure the lighting you choose for your event will actually provide enough light? Here are a few things you need to know about event lighting that will make your next event a success!

 

#1 Don’t sacrifice functionality for appearance

Though you might think that your reception would look absolutely stunning lit entirely with fairy lights and chandeliers, this isn’t an easy option. Except for aesthetically pleasing, your lighting should also be functional. And by that, we don’t mean bright white fluorescent light bulbs that will ruin the atmosphere. Luckily, there are many types of functional lighting options that can be used to accentuate aesthetic lighting without simply overshadowing it.

 

#2 Hire a lighting professional

Besides the obvious event vendors such as florists, photographers, and caterers, there are some vendors whose work happens behind the scenes, and yet they’re truly necessary in creating the right atmosphere and flow. Your lighting technician is one of them! Whether you’re looking to make a large space feel cozy and intimate or bring color and laser light to your dance floor, a lighting professional will be able to point you in the right direction.

 

#3 Lighting helps enhance the atmosphere

Whether the desired wedding aesthetic is a crisp, modern vibe or an ethereal, vintage-romantic feel, lighting choices can help enhance the overall look you’re going for. For example, if you’re looking to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for your micro wedding, using up-lighting effects will have the desired result and if you’re going for a rustic touch, a string of lit light bulbs is a great choice.

 

#4 Lighting creates focal points

As you start planning your wedding or event, think about the elements you want to highlight for your guests. Maybe you love the “thank you” card display that you spent hours brainstorming, or maybe you’re looking to play up the gorgeous dance floor you’re renting for the occasion. Each special detail should be properly emphasized in order to draw in guests and create an engaging experience. Lighting creates defined focal areas while helping to dictate the flow of the event to your guests. Pin spotting on the cake table ensures everyone sees your beautiful dessert, while highlighting the band’s backdrop with a neon sign draws your guests to the dance floor to get the party started!

 

#5 You’ll end up with lovely photos

One of the clearest examples of how lighting can impact your event is through the benefit it plays to the photographer. If you choose to invest in great quality and well-selected lighting, your photographer will absolutely love you. In turn, you’ll love each and every photo. Having a well-lit area that accents the existing natural light will help elevate your photographer’s images and make their art truly shine.

 

 

Here are some different types of lighting to consider for your event:

Pin Spotting is an advanced light design that shines tiny beams of light in order to perfectly illuminate the centre of any arrangement.

Spotlighting is another way to draw attention to a particular object with more powerful beams than pin spotting.

Gobo Lighting projects the image of a personalized stencil onto ceilings, dance floors, walls, instantly injecting depth and fun to any kind of event.

Fairy Lights are strings of soft glow light bulbs which can be draped or hung any way you like. Their romantic feel and ethereal appearance will make any venue seem like it’s straight out of a fairy-tale.

Color Wash is created by placing colored gels over lights which instantly changes the atmosphere and appearance of the space as it covers the entire room with the hue of your choice.

Underlighting & Up Lighting – underlighting will illuminate tables or other items from below, and up lighting shines light upwards and can dramatically improve the ambience of any event space.

Neon Lights are perfect for a vibrant, playful, festive vibe. They can be used to direct guests, label stations, and even convey important wedding details, like the date, your hashtag, or your new monogram.

Chandeliers provide both functional lighting and a warm, ambient glow. They add a touch of elegance and sophistication, making them a stunning centerpiece for any event’s lighting design.

Landscape Lighting If you’re hosting a reception outdoors, they are used for lighting the way along walkways, bathrooms, and the dance floor.

 

 

The impact of lighting at your event plays an integral role in setting the tone and overall mood of your event. With so many options available, get in touch with us and we’ll help you select the right lighting, which, combined with your other décor elements, is sure to create a truly amazing effect. We love to wow all of your (our) guests!

 

Credits to Lighting Company Icicle Lights : https://festoonhouse.com.au/christmas-icicle-lights/

Celebrating a birthday is a special event that’s meant to be shared with loved ones, and although some of us may think that birthday parties are for kids, that’s not the case! Adults enjoy great parties as much as children, especially when it’s a themed party. After all, if you are celebrating a milestone birthday, like turning 30, 40, 50, or 60, then it should definitely be celebrated with all the fanfare!

As event planning experts, we have a lot of know-how in designing and planning special events in Greece and we’ve put together this list of important things to consider when having a big birthday bash. From tailored yacht celebrations on all types of boats to intimate beach parties or stylish cocktail parties, at exclusive venues and villas, these tips are all you need to host a luxury party!

 

#1 Choose A Theme

Let’s be honest: you can’t really plan anything until you’ve chosen your party theme. Your birthday theme will help guide you through everything from invitations and decor to themed food and cocktails! So, if you want your birthday to be extra fun and special, then pick a unique theme that is representative of you We can help decide on a color palette, theme and style, and let it be the inspiration behind planning your party.

 

#2 Decide On The Date, Venue & Guest List

The ideal day for a party is on the weekend when your guests will be available, and not preoccupied with day-to-day things to do. If your birthday falls during the week then we recommend picking the weekend before or after the actual date. When it comes to choosing the venue, decide if you would like something private like the exclusive villa or beach venue, a boat or something semi-private like a restaurant. Then, you should take into account your party theme and whether you envision a laid-back and casual celebration or an extravagant and glamorous affair. For example, a Monte Carlo theme calls for elegance and sophistication so a historic house or a hotel would be the ideal choice, whereas there’s no better venue than the beach for a tropical-themed party. When searching out a venue, keep in mind who your guests are and how many people will be attending – setting your guest list ahead of time is highly recommended. You’ll want to pick a venue large enough (or cozy enough) to gather everyone comfortably.

 

#3 Pick Invitations & Set The Dress Code

Having set a date, secured your venue, and prepped your guest list, you’re ready to create your themed birthday invitations! Think of something creative and give your guests a sneak peek at the fun they’ll have on your big day – create some anticipation and introduce your guests to your fun birthday theme. Optionally, you can include a note on attire. Establishing a dress code hints to the formality of your event and also enhances the tone and mood you want for your party. Not to mention that it also gives your guests peace of mind by knowing what they should wear. After all, no one likes to arrive at a party under or overdressed!

 

#4 Tantalize With Food & Drinks

Whether or not you’re throwing a dinner party, a birthday party is not complete without delicious food and refreshing drinks especially when presented in finesse! In addition to your finger foods make sure to have one to two main entree foods to serve such as sandwiches and salad for lunch hours, and pizza or mini hamburgers for late dinner hours. Buffet style is always best, that way guests can graze and fill their plate as they please but for a formal event, a sit-down served dinner would be the best choice. If you want to take this to the extra mile go for a specially designed menu that perfectly fits the overall style of your party. Think signature cocktails and themed appetizers and personalized menus – is there any better way to impress your guests?

 

#5 Plan Fun Activities & Games

Having plenty of entertainment options at a themed party is a must. You want your guests to enjoy themselves, dance, mingle, and most of all, to have a great and unforgettable night! Depending on your guests, theme, and party style, you can plan your activities to match your event; put together the perfect playlist and schedule some creative games that you can all play together. Don’t overdo it though – the less you control the flow of the party the more people will feel as though they are a part of the event and they will ultimately decide what to do and when.

 

#6 Out-Of-This-World Desserts

A big birthday party wouldn’t be complete without cake and desserts so be sure your desserts make a statement! Having a dessert bar filled with lots of different theme-based treats is a great way to give your guests’ sweet tooth something to remember you by, as well as have some dessert decorating fun. If you’re throwing a rainbow-themed party, for example, a rainbow cake is a perfect choice while galaxy donuts and cookies are ideal for your galaxy-inspired celebration.

 

#7 Don’t Forget The Party Favors

Party favors provide a way to extend the party experience long after it has ended and they allow people to take a small memory of the event home with them. A small gift is also a great way to express your gratitude as a host. According to your theme, they can be funny and quirky or elegant and thoughtful; either way, they will be appreciated. After all, who doesn’t love a gift even if it’s just for fun?

 

We can’t get enough of throwing great parties! Get in touch and let us take the stress out of planning your next big birthday party in Greece. Let’s make your next birthday a big one!

Sustainability is one of the fastest-growing trends in the event industry. And rightly so as it’s a philosophy in event management that puts emphasis on three important aspects: environmental protection, social growth, and economic progress. Planning a sustainable event means committing to making sure that any negative impact socially, economically, and environmentally is managed and reduced to its minimal level; it means that you’re conscious about your actions and care about always leaving a positive footprint on the world.

Respecting and protecting the environment is now more important than ever, and luckily, it’s also increasingly easy. With new technologies and innovations in science, eco-friendly finds are more accessible than they’ve ever been. Whether you’re planning a bespoke intimate event such as a wedding party, luxury proposal, baptism, or any other celebration, you’ll be thrilled to know that there are numerous ways to make your event greener and more environmentally sustainable.
Now, we all know that planning an event can be really overwhelming, especially when deciding to add in the element of sustainability. To help you alleviate some stress, we’d like to share some of our favorite tips to make your event a little more environmentally friendly and socially conscious.

 

#1 Micro Events

It is with no surprise that the larger the event, the bigger the environmental impact. So, as modern society becomes more environmentally conscious, micro wedding dinners and micro-events, in general, are growing in popularity. Having a smaller guest list will have a direct beneficial impact on your carbon footprint. With fewer people travelling to your event, the amount of CO2 emitted will be much smaller. Not to mention that they’ll be more intimate, exclusive, and luxurious; micro-events have a huge appeal to them!

 

#2 Invitations & Stationery

Digital technology means that events no longer need to generate reams of printed material. There are many alternatives to standard paper invites, such as e-invites or digital RSVP, which you should take advantage of. Where there’s no alternative to paper, make sure that it’s plantable or recycled and keep things as biodegradable as possible. Your invitations and stationery will still give a very sophisticated and elegant feel to your event.

 

#3 Lighting & Decor

Replacing regular light bulbs with LEDs is very important as LED lighting is the most energy-efficient way of illumination and, at the same time, it’s incredibly versatile for creating a variety of different looks, moods, and atmospheres.

Sustainable lighting decor ideas include rustic natural wood, sourced from sustainable forests, for your tableware or tablecloths and napkins made from materials like hessian, hemp, and pure linen. You can even use biodegradable cloth menus that double as napkins or create event programs doubling as fans!

 

#4 F&B

An eco-friendly menu means incorporating seasonal, organic products made of high-quality ingredients and ideally locally produced in order to cut transportation emissions. When it comes to dinnerware, glasses, and cutlery, try going plastic-free, for example, making sure that your bar is stocked with glass bottles instead of single-use plastics. Last but not least, instead of throwing away leftover food, consider donating it to a local shelter or composting.

 

#5 Flowers

When planning florals for your event, try sourcing your flowers locally because this way you can have control over whether or not you are supporting the use of pesticides and other chemicals in flower production, as well as being sure that you purchase from farms that treat their workers ethically. Also, try avoiding floral foam, because it’s a product entirely made of plastic and thus, incredibly damaging to the environment. To keep heading-in the right eco-friendly direction, we also suggest drying the flowers you used so you can later reuse for another occasion or for creative crafts in the future.

Although not immediately visible, the negative impacts that events can have on the environment, shouldn’t be ignored. However, this doesn’t mean that all large events have to result in a detrimental effect on the environment.

 

 

Through sustainable event management, we can find creative solutions that create a wonderful event experience, while still conscious of our impact on the world as a whole. Get in touch and let’s start planning your eco-friendly event in Greece!