Category Archives: Event Planning

Sep 08, 2015

I cannot wait to see the real photos from Elizabeth Messina from our wedding this weekend at Lowndes Grove. In the meantime I did manage to capture a few behind the scenes pics during the chaos of set up that I can share!

tent entrance/ Tara Guerard Soiree

This is the entrance to the tent overlooking the Ashley River, where guests entered after the ceremony. Tents are so utilitarian looking, so I really try to add some softness or detail to them.

swing/Tara Guerard Soiree

This location has so many beautiful old trees and water views. We really like to create little areas where guests can grab a drink and steal away to enjoy where they are.

escort cards/Tara Guerard Soiree

Moss was a big design element for this bride, so we incorporated in areas where masses of it could make an impact, like this escort card display. This is one detail I know Elizabeth’s photos will be fab!

ceremony arch/Tara Guerard Soiree

Ceremony arch (in progress) leading out to the dock where bluegrass and cocktails were served afterwards.

ceiling/Tara Guerard Soiree

Partial garland ceiling before lighting was added, again bringing the natural elements inside the tent…

fern centerpieces/Tara Guerard Soiree

Our beautiful fern centerpieces that made it through the rehearsal dinner. I couldn’t bear to see them go to waste, so we can use them to fluff up spaces like restrooms or bridal dressing room.

tree chandeliers/Tara Guerard Soiree

Lighting for some of our outdoor seating vignettes- antique chandeliers hung from the knotty live oak branches.

centerpieces/Tara Guerard Soiree

Quick glimpse of the centerpieces!

pillow pile/Tara Guerard Soiree

A pile of cocktail hour pillows made from linen, so of course they needed to be ironed!!!!

pillows/Tara Guerard Soiree

Our custom monogram created by Lettered Olive that was used on some of the reception lounge pillows.

9.08.15   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Charleston, Event Design, Event Planning, Flowers, Reception, Weddings | Comments >>

We’re heading into Labor Day weekend, the last big weekend where BBQ is big, which is the route many of our brides want to go for their Friday night parties. This Georgia couple celebrated lake side with “Bluegrass and Brews” cookout. I love a casual party like this before a big formal wedding because it really gives the couple a chance to mingle with their guests!

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

9.04.15   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Bridal, Bridal Style, Entertaining, Event Design, Event Planning, Events, Food and Drink, Rehearsal Dinner, Weddings | Comments >>

Natural elements like seagrass,seashells, seaglass set the tone for inspiration at this affair. The ceremony was set in a quaint seaside church allowing for an intimate setting, while the reception set sail in an expansive tent and guests closed the evening watching fireworks over Charleston Harbor.  The key was to allow those design elements to shine through subtly and not get too kitshy. So many detail elements here that are easy to incorporate into any seaside soirees coming up!

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

Liz Banfield/Tara Guerard Soiree

9.02.15   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Bridal, Charleston, Event Design, Event Planning, Events, Food and Drink, Reception, Uncategorized, Weddings | Comments >>