Category Archives: Pop Culture

Mar 03, 2016

Photo Credit: Getty Images

Everyone’s favorite fashion night- The Oscars, takes place also around the start of wedding season every year! So, we thought it would be fun to share our favorite dresses from the awards show that would also translate to amazing wedding fashion. Like this Zuhair Murad gown worn by Priyanka Chopra.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

With a little tweak to the top (or not depending on your personal style), we love this gorgeous pleated Valentino gown. LOVE pleats for weddings!

Photo Credit: Getty Images

Fabulous pant suit option by Brandon Maxwell.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

One of my favorite dresses of the night from Armani Prive! Gorgeous color and detail, would be perfect the way it is or in a creamier color for wedding day wear.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

Another stunner for those wanting detail and color by Marchesa, who of course, does do a bridal line.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

Super sparkly silhouette by Christian Siriano

Photo Credit: Getty Images

This Chanel Haute Couture would be a lovely reception dress.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

Not forgetting about bridesmaids, love this ruffled option from Christian Siriano.

See more Red Carpet looks over at Pop Sugar.

3.03.16 | TARA GUÉRARD
Beauty, Bridal, Bridal Style, Dresses, Fashion, Photographers, Pop Culture, Weddings | Comments >>

Sep 22, 2015

60/30 Birthday Bash

Sometimes it’s fun to take a break from weddings…One of our brides turns 30 around the same time as her father turns 60 so they celebrated with a dual birthday party. Details played around the black and white “60/30” theme and entertainment included The Voice, Season 1 winner, Javier Colon, a 15 piece dance band, and an Elvis Impersonator (a surprise for the birthday boy!)

We used the 60/30 graphic throughout all of the printed materials and party details by Lettered Olive.

The expansive industrial space was the perfect backdrop for the 300+ guests the black and white decor. A large bar was the centerpiece which we covered in black and white referee striped fabric as an homage to the football fanatical family.

Stilt walkers cut glasses hanging from ribbon and served champagne to guests as they arrived; at the end of the evening in the courtyard lounge a cigar roller served up fresh stogies.

The family offered up photos spanning the years which was displayed at the entrance.

Sweets and treats included a candy bar, tailgate favorites like chicken nuggets, grilled cheese sandwiches and tater tots, chinese chicken salad, and an ice cream bar. Sparklers with 30 and 60 served as “candles” in the passed cake slices.

The custom birthday cakes by Jim Smeal featured the father’s favorite whiskey and the daughters’ favorite bubbly.

9.22.15 | TARA GUÉRARD
Cakes, Charleston, Entertaining, Event Design, Event Planning, Food and Drink, Parties, Pop Culture, The Lettered Olive, Uncategorized | Comments >>

Jul 10, 2015

Soiree’s Top Song Picks

Music can absolutely make or break a party, especially a wedding. I always have clients asking for great First Dance and Father and Daughter dance songs, so we’re sharing our top picks today!