May Weddings In Hawaii

Parasol Events is ramping up for a fantastic month of May weddings.

The last month of wedding planning is the second biggest burst of organization and flurry of activity ( next to the month you begin planning the event) and as critical to the success of the event.

With the RSVP's in, couples now have a firm grasp on their guest head count. With that we can now tie up loose ends, solidify timelines, commitments and designs.

30 DAY COUNTDOWN
*Apply for Marriage License
*Compile list of final balances due for vendors
*Confirm head count to venue or caterers
*Arrange Guest Seating
*Reconfirm Timeline with vendors
*Review timeline with wedding party and family
*Arrange rehearsal date and communicate to parties involved
*Finalize appointments for nails, hair, pressing,etc.
*Pack guest books,favors, passports, etc.
*Print any remaining stationary items such as menus, programs, escort cards
*Prepare an Emergency Kit for the wedding day
*Arrange for a final walk thru/site visit at venue
*Tighten up all rentals of linens, chairs, tents and be sure that they match guest count

We have had so many smooth events and just love the process and assisting our clients. The last 30 days are packed with details but with each item checked off the "to do" list brings a stress free wedding closer.

Hawaiian Dinner Rehearsal Idea!

When you bring your guests to Hawaii you want to be sure to avail yourself of as much natural beauty as possible. So instead of booking a dinner indoors - take your party to the water. There are many different charters available for rehearsal dinners from large to small groups.
My favorite is the Vida Mia. She is the only classic luxury motor cruiser of its kind in Hawaii. Vida Mia means "MY Life" in Spanish and was built in 1929. She is beautifully crafted in teak to the highest standars; this 65 foot luxury cruiser has been restored to her original elegance. Designed to provide exquisite comfort durung tropical outing, the Vida Mia features a sheltered deck with an open bar, a galley, three state rooms, saloon, and two heads.

Vida Mia is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week with customized catering and bar service. United States Coast Guard has certified her for 49 passenger.

Why not go for it....after all this is Your Life:)

Sparkling Wines for Hot Hawaiian Celebrations

Champagne is the classic example of sparkling wine however this fizzy drink has so many varieties that you may want to consider something more unique to give your wedding reception that festive feeling.

My favorite time to offer this drink to your guests is pre-ceremony. It sets the tone for fun, class and relaxation.

Here is a run down of some lesser known sparking wines
* Rose - pink champagne - often dry
*Sparkling reds - primarily made in Australia
*Cava- made in Northeastern Spain
*Asti - made in Italy it is sweet and fruity
*Spumante- also made in Italy but is dry
*Brut- primarily California made

We L -O -V-E Chrissy Lambert Photography

Honolulu-based photographer Chrissy Lambert is known for fresh modern wedding photography. Her fun and creative approach to candid imagery has made her one of our favorite choices for couples who are looking for artistic, contemporary wedding photojournalism in Hawaii.

What do we look for in a photographer...,

STYLE
PROFESSIONALISM
WARMTH
CONSISTENCY
&
SOLID REPUTATION

To see more of Chrissy's work go to www.chrissylambert.com

Caring for your Wedding Dress

Many of our clients travel with their wedding dresses. The dresses are squeezed into a garment bag and a kind flight attendant finds room somewhere in the cabin. Needless to say, some fabrics need some TLC when they arrive.
Our first choice is Keepsakes Wedding Gown Preservation.

“On April 16th we arrived in Hawaii only to be dismayed that one of our bags was completely soaked. In that bag was my wedding dress which had a big stain on it. What could have been a complete disaster was quickly solved when we reached your cleaners. You were so great- you came and picked up the dress and brought it back as good as new! Needless to say you guys saved the day! You will never know how much we appreciated it!! Thank you so much for the excellent service. I don’t think we could have found anyone like you guys back home. “

Sincerely, Rick & Karen Polster

For cleaning, steaming or preserving of your wedding dress in Hawaii contact Gabriella. You can find more information at www.keepsakeswedding.com

Chairs Chairs Chairs

Every wedding ceremony & reception has them...chairs! Since they are a basic for any celebration why not consider bumping up the look of your event by focusing on the practical and often under appreciated chair:) Often the impact that choosing the right chair can have is underestimated. Think of it as an opportunity to lift a design scheme from nice to exceptional.

REA Events on Oahu is now carrying the chairs pictured in stock. They look fantastic on their own (cushions colors are customizable) or dressed up. So many different looks from one basic piece of furniture.

Tropical Wedding Color Theme

Green is hands down the most popular wedding color in Hawaii. Green is used frequently either as a base color or an accent. One reason that it is so prevalent is because it is safe and it works.

As a planner I always encourage my clients to be unique. There are lots of elegant color combinations that work smashingly in Hawaii that don't rely on green. Check out how warm, modern and inviting the these colors are beach side. So don't limit yourself - think fresh and original by considering other colors combinations.

Do keep in mind that not all colors are created equal in the tropics. There are some combinations that don't translate successfully. For example, a 2010 color trend on the Mainland is the black & white wedding. While it is classy and clean in a ballroom location it comes across as formal and stuffy at an ocean side Hawaii wedding.

Although "Being Green" is a trend we LOVE at Parasol Events...,it does not need to be literal:)

Linens at www.BBJLinen.com