December Showroom and Year End Thoughts...

With Christmas literally right around the corner (only 5 more sleeps...) our office is slowing down, especially since this week is spent buying those last minute gifts (myself included), getting together with family and friends, or jetting off across town and country to spend the holidays with those special to us. Corporate events finished last week, and no weddings are on the books until January, we are finally finding the time to sort through that pile of paper that has stacked up on our desks, and tend to minor details that seem to get pushed aside month after month. I can't believe 2011 is only weeks away, weren't we just in the middle of the Olympics?

Having a talented team of decor gurus on speed dial has had its benefits, and because of them, our showroom hasn't looked more festive! I will admit, Christmas came early to our showroom - yes, the tree was decked out and glowing a week before December began - but we had some entertaining to do, and who doesn't like all those sparkling lights and glitter floating in the air? Thanks to Debut Event Design who made this all possible:

Shades of jewel and royal purple, eggplant and gold decked our halls!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all! 

Thank you for a wonderful 2010, we can't wait to work with you come 2011.

See you in the New Year!

Linen Used:

- Grape Sorbet Organza Overlay

- Lilac Satin

- Purple Visa

- Eggplant Sparkle

- Enchanted

Chair covers are Gold Satin Hugs, Napkins are Enchanted

The look was completed with gold charger plates, eggplant flocked runners, gold organza sashes, an antique candlestick, glass ornaments, twinkling rope lights, crystals, snowflakes, yards of ribbon and candle light!

November Showroom

So my new favorite colors, may not be yours, but I can't help but put a little 'pop' into November. Using two of the Fall 2010 trend colors, I have created a little oasis in our showroom window.  

Lagoon, which is by far the most calming shade of turquoise, creates the feeling of jetting away, spending winter somewhere else, perhaps a Mexican destination wedding, and of course lots of margaritas. Lipstick Red, adds that quirky punch of color that makes the whole calming affect come alive. Red has always been a holiday accent color, however it is also the color of love, and of Fall, so don't be afraid to use hints of it around your event- no matter what season it is- to jazz things up a little.

 

Pictured here is our Lichen tablecloth, Red Satin napkins, Red Organza sashes and White Bella chair covers.

Now that I think of it, this color scheme could totally work for a chic holiday party, or even a candlelight Valentine's dinner. The versatility of this color pairing is endless!

To add just a hint more drama, think about reversing the color scheme and add hints of Lagoon to your party decor. Our Red Satin definitely adds drama, and the Tiffany Satin sash helps to tie in the theme.

Available for rent:
-Red Satin: Hugs, Napkins, 120", 132" and 90x156"
-Lichen linen (reversible, other side has hints of coral and gold): 126", 132", 90x156" and Napkins
-Bella chair covers: Ivory and White, also available in a larger size in both colors
-Organza sashes: many colors, including Red
-Satin sashes: many colors, including Tiffany

2010 Fall Color Trends

As our calendars are slowly filling back up with appointments and consultations for next year, however we still have clients dropping in last minute to prepare orders for this year. So I thought I would take the time to find the season's hottest, newest color trends and pairings. This way, we can make sure these last minute designs are on top of the latest trends, a little fashion forward don't you think?

Pantone, the best place to stay up to date with all the latest colors developed, also gives you access to each season's colors straight from the world's runways. Fall 2010's color spectrum comes straight from the designers themselves, during New York Fashion Week, February 11-18 2010.

I will list the 10 colors and the word that best describes the feeling these colors project. The group as a whole has been described as vivid, innovative takes on fundamental basics. They instill feelings of travel and adventure.

Endive ~ Revitalizing
Golden Glow ~ Earthy Sunset
Living Coral ~ Inviting, Soft
Lipstick Red ~ Sensual
Purple Orchid ~ Unexpected, Magical
Chocolate Truffle ~ Elegance, Rich
**Lagoon ~ Escape
Woodbine ~ Neutral Green, Modern Avocado
Oyster Grey ~ Classic Neutral
Rose Dust ~ Romantic, Ethereal

**Lagoon is the 2010 color of the year for Pantone. Think Tiffany Blue meets Turquoise meets Mexican Riviera with a hint of sunshine. To see these colors, click here.

Come in today to see what linens we have that match these color trends. Your event can be fashion forward and cutting edge, just add a few splashes of seasonal trends and your rocking!

CSEME 2010 Theme Table Challenge: Halloween

I know I have said this before, but Chair Decor linens are not just for all things pretty! We have a variety of different fabrics and colors to match any theme!

When CSEME West approached Nicole from Northwestern Event Studio, she was a little adamant to pull off not 1, but 5 Halloween theme tables in only 2 days! With help from Chair Decor, Nicole rose to the challenge and used her wealth of knowledge, and extensive prop collection to put together 5 amazing-scare worthy tables.

Nicole was asked to lead the design challenge for the attending delegates. By keeping the theme a surprise until the whistle blew, the delegates had no idea what lay before them, and only found out when they opened their team's box. Each team's box was labeled with the themed result, one of: Witches Brew, Vampire Saga, Medieval Feast, Davey Jones' Locker or Dungeon Dinner. Here are a few snapshots of what was created this past week at the CSEME West!

Witches Brew is perfect for that intimate gathering of dark art followers:

Do you think Edward would dine with me? A Vampire Saga:

The Medieval Feast was so tasty it was to die for...

My favorite table was Davey Jones' Locker:

And the last table was the Dungeon Dinner:

Thank you Nicole for making our linens look so ghoulish! Great job

A few of the featured linens:
-Burgundy Brocade
-Silver Foil
-Chocolate Ultra Satin
-Black Ultra Satin
-Black Organza with Silver Stars

Chair Covers:
-Black Stretch
-Moss Hugs
-Red Satin Hugs
-Black Satin Hugs
-Enchanted Dream Covers

Other Accessories:
-Gold and Silver Charger Plates
-Satin and Brocade Napkins
-Charcoal Flocked Runner
-Napkin Rings

For a full list of linens used, just drop me a line and I can help you design your own spooky Halloween Soiree!

October Showroom

When one thinks of October, many think of Halloween, treats and pumpkins. But Fall is just so much more than that. This season in Vancouver is full of crisp mornings, red and gold leaves, misty mountains and hot apple cider. Every October the UBC Botanical Garden holds it annual Apple Festival. This year it ran October 16th & 17th. The festival is fun for all ages, featuring apple tasting- apples from all over the world, apple treats, apple games and of course the opportunity to buy bags of apples for eating and baking. A tradition for my boyfriend and I, it helps to get us into the Fall spirit, gets us outdoors and of course a cheesecake caramel apple from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory!

So, October's showroom is inspired by the crisp crunch of apples and the cool feeling of Botanical gardens in the Fall.

Adorning the chairs are our Spanish Moss chair wraps. The table linen is the always fab Ultra Satin in Champagne. This linen is available in 120", 132", 90x156" and matching napkins.

Table top design includes Spanish Moss napkins, ivory pillar candles, cream rose petals and crisp Granny Smith apples. These elements bring in the soft side of Fall, and embody a romantic getaway. Consider adding a more vibrant punch of color to this scheme with the Spanish Moss linen on head tables, cocktail tables and cake tables. Our high-boy cocktail table is topped off with an antique candelabra (from Debut Event Design) and a rose globe floral arrangement. Candle light is the best way to add romance and soft light to your event.

 

Our Spanish Moss linen is available in 126", 132" and 90x156".

Catching Up...

Since August, life at Chair Decor has been super busy. We have had a record month full of wedding bliss and a few corporate events sprinkled in. I enjoy updating our blog and coming up with fun topics/themes to discuss. But I have let my duties slip over the last 2 months, due to the sheer volume of orders and installs that have taken place. Alas! I am back into my routine and hope to catch up on a few things I wanted to post.

Looking back at September...
Our showroom for the month of September was inspired by some of Fall's hottest new color trends- Chocolate and Mango. Instead of using food as my inspiration (which is really hard to do because I love thinking of and eating so many delicious treats), I looked to nature. The Monarch butterfly, as common as it is here in Vancouver, it's markings and colors are not. Perfectly fitting my monthly color theme, the Monarch's wings are patterned in shades of tangerine, mango, melon and pumpkin, with hints of cream, chocolate and espresso.

So to honor this majestic creature, I pulled matching linen to complement this theme. Using our Creme Brulee Triple Pintuck linen, I was able to get a pretty close color match-even the hint of gold! A Chocolate Satin runner adorns the centre of the table, and Chocolate Satin chair wraps finish the look, with matching Chocolate Satin napkins.

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Working with this theme, our high-boy cocktail round was set in opposite colors. Using Chocolate Satin as the base, we placed a simple Tangerine Taffeta sash down the centre as a runner. I used to have a brown willow branch wreath with a monarch butterfly perched on the side, in the centre of this table, however, Hazel of Barwick designs moved out in September :( and took with her all her fabulous decor goodies-we will miss you Hazel! I had also used the butterflies as place holders for my guest table setup. Just to show how busy we were for the month of September, these showroom photos weren't taken until October when I was about to change the table decor. Excuses, I know...

Specialty Decor Packages

Holy Hannah, it's been awhile since my last post! September was oh so busy for us here at Chair Decor. A record breaking 27 events in 30 days, plus a trade show!

Anyhow, we have worked very closely with the talented Debut Event Design to come up with some pretty fab decor packages. We have three options: Sweetheart, Classic and Luxe. Each is slightly different and builds off each other starting with: additions to standard venue whites, up towards the full meal deal. Of course color scheme is up to you, but the basic structure of each is fixed, with the option to add a few a la carte items if you choose. Each package is based on a per person structure and includes everything highlighted under each option.

Each package also has the option to add planner services by Amaryllis Events if desired.

Sweetheart Package

 

This wedding décor package contains:

• 12’ of beautiful Sheer Backdrop draping with 4 up-lights

• Chair cover with either an Organza or Taffeta sash

• Runner or an Overlay for the table (table cloth NOT included)

• Unique floral arrangement for guest tables

• 3 Votive candles per guest table

• Installation of all aspects

Cost per person is $19.99 + HST with a minimum of 100 guests

Sweetheart Planner Package:

• Day of Coordination—for those organized brides who want a stress and worry free wedding day!

• Consultation 1 month prior to the wedding

• Oversees the direction of scheduled wedding day events and wedding timeline

• Onsite for up to 8 hours

• Manage vendors and vendor payments

Cost for wedding planner package with booking of Sweetheart décor package is $900.00 + HST

 

Classic Package

This wedding décor package contains:

• 24’ of beautiful Sheer Backdrop draping with 8 up-lights

• Chair cover with either an Organza or Taffeta sash

• Satin floor length table cloth and napkin for guest tables

• Unique floral arrangement for guest tables

• Head table linens, up to 12 place settings

• 5 Votive candles per guest table

• Installation of all aspects

 Cost per person is $29.99 + HST with a minimum of 100 guests

Classic Planner Package:

For brides who need professional assistance, but at the same time want to be involved in the planning process:

• Budget coaching

• Selecting and confirming vendors and venue

• Oversee direction of scheduled wedding day events and timeline

• Onsite for up to 12 hours

Cost for wedding planner package with booking of Classic décor package is $2800.00 + HST

Luxe Package

This wedding décor package contains:

• Specialty backdrop and up-lights

• Any style chair cover and sash

• Choice of Specialty linen and napkins for guest tables

• Specialty linens for: head table, cake table, guestbook table and gift table

• Specialty floral arrangement for guest tables

• Charger plates in either Silver or Gold for all place settings

• 5 Votive candles per guest table

• Installation of all aspects

Cost per person is $59.99 + HST with a minimum of 100 guests

Luxe Planner Package:

For busy brides who require complete coordination, with sophisticated design, and stress free planning:

• Budget preparation and management

• Selection and management of vendors and venue

• Rehearsal coordination

• Development and management of wedding day timeline

• On call as needed and unlimited emails

• Onsite for entire wedding day

 Cost for wedding planner package with booking of Luxe décor package is $4000.00 + HST

August Showroom

August, the hottest month of Vancouver's year... or is it?

Well, in our the showroom it sure is! Inspired by the colors of a Miami Summer, I present my version- Miami heat!

What better way to end a relaxing Summer, then host a backyard soiree full of bright colors and spicy food! This table truly showcases August's sunsets, bright flowers, bold maxi dresses and perfect for bride's looking for that punch of color for a head table, cake table or guest book table!

The showstopper is the bright Blazing Sunset overlay, over a matte Fuchsia round. The theme is not complete without the bling...Gold Satin chair wraps! Not only does the gold tie in the look, it brings the whole look a touch of luxury, blending the hot Summer colors with a cool metallic finish.

 
The place settings are complete with Gold charger plates, Fuchsia Satin napkins, and silk peonies. A Gold picture frame signals your guest to the right table.

To complete the whole look and round out the punches of fuchsia, I have outfitted the high top cocktail table with Fuchsia Satin and Gold Crinkle runners, with delicate gold and glass beads. Sitting atop, is a hurricane vase with a single strand of green orchids.

Linen Specifics:

Blazing Sunset Overlay- 85"x85 and 90"x144"
Plain Fuchsia- 96", 120", 132" and 90"x156"
Satin Fuchsia- 120", 132" and 90"x156"
Gold Crinkle Runner- Half sized, beads on one end only, best for head tables or Chivari Chair backs
Satin Napkins- Come in Gold, Orange, Fuchsia and Light Pink (and many more shades)
Satin Chair Wraps- Fits almost every chair shape and size, lots of colors to choose from

Latest Trends

Eggplant. 2010's most sought after color.

Why? Because it's rich color wraps you in regal bliss and sends you dreaming of your happily ever after.

This season, many shades and hues of purple have been dancing in our bride's heads. Everyday we get at least one phone inquiry as to what stock we have available in eggplant. With our newest arrival- Eggplant Sparkle- to our premium collection, we have had even more interest in this color palate for weddings. Even though it is only a month old, the Eggplant Sparkle has been the center of attention at more than 5 weddings thus far. This regal color stands strong on it's own, but paired with others it brings a more romantic feel.  

Eggplant and other shades of purple are best paired with white, silver, soft pink, grey, and butter yellow for the summer months; this allows you to play lighter, softer with your color palette and really play up that Victorian  romance. For the Winter and Fall, purple's favorite pairs are chocolate, silver, and jet black. These colors play to purple's rich side, bring warmth and comfort to your special day.

Due to it's immense popularity, I though I would take the time and put together a little photo shoot of all the purple linens and decor items we have in stock. This way, you can feast on this decadent array of eggplant, lilac and plum linens, perfect for any occasion!


Linens:

(from left to right)

Eggplant Sparkle, Eggplant Pintuck, Purple Visa, Purple Crinkle, Mauve Faux Silk (reversible) Mauve Pintuck and Lilac Satin

Napkins:

(from left to right)

Orchid, Passion Berry, Mauve Faux Silk (reversible) and Purple Crinkle

Sashes/Bows:

 (from left to right)

Indigo Organza, Lilac Organza, Eggplant Taffeta, Moroccan Nights, and Grape Sorbet  

Overlays:

(from left to right)

Purple Organza w/Taffeta border, Purple Organza, Lilac Organza, Grape Sorbet, and Purple Rain

Runner:

 Eggplant Flocked Runner and Detail

 Chair Cover:

Purple Stretch with matching Band

Inspiration Board: courtesy of The Knot.com
Other Photos: Chair Decor