Creating weddings that capture a couple’s personalities is what it’s all about for event planner Brian Worley By Sara Perez Webber Like many event professionals, Brian Worley had no idea that what started as a side hustle would evolve into a passion and a career. The creative director and owner of B. Worley Productions in Atlanta, Worley was working at a Banana … [Read more...] about Personalizing the Big Day
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Sensational Sweets and Sips
Experts reveal the latest wedding dessert and drink trends By Sara Perez Webber Wedding receptions are a time to indulge. To help you plan your big events accordingly, we’ve rounded up some of the latest trends in scrumptious desserts and celebratory cocktails. Let’s get this party started! Desserts Extravagant Cakes While no-frills cutting cakes were in … [Read more...] about Sensational Sweets and Sips
What’s In for Going All Out
Take your weddings to the next level with these 15 trends By Sara Perez Webber When it comes to their weddings, couples these days don’t follow the herd. Eschewing cookie-cutter affairs, brides and grooms are letting their personalities shine through in every aspect of their big celebrations, from the cuisine to the décor to the entertainment. Despite each wedding’s … [Read more...] about What’s In for Going All Out
Expect the Unexpected
Bill Hansen shares one of his wildest wedding stories in an excerpt from his new book, Plating Up Profits: Miami’s Catering Icon Dishes Up Lessons for Business Success As the founder of Bill Hansen Catering and CEO of Hansen Group, 55-year catering veteran Bill Hansen has seen it all when it comes to catered events. He shares his most memorable stories—and the business … [Read more...] about Expect the Unexpected
Peak Creations
Strategies for taking your tented events from functional to fabulous By Connie Jeske Crane Not that long ago with outdoor events, tents tended to be an event planner’s lackluster plan B—something to fall back on if black clouds and a solid drenching threatened your garden party. Today, though—with new engineering, advanced tech including HVAC systems and electricity, … [Read more...] about Peak Creations
Specialty Success
How planners and caterers who specialize in niche and destination weddings help clients celebrate the weddings of their dreams By Sara Perez Webber When couples decide they want a certain kind of wedding, they often turn to the experts—planners and caterers who specialize. These professionals know how to turn the dreams of their clients into reality. CFE touched base with … [Read more...] about Specialty Success
Time to Celebrate
Wedding experts share 13 dessert and beverage reception trends By Sara Perez Webber After the vows, it’s time for the “wows”—when the newlywed couple celebrates their union with friends and family. To help make your wedding receptions in 2024 more memorable than ever, we’ve rounded up ideas from industry experts, who share fun and interesting trends they’re seeing in … [Read more...] about Time to Celebrate
Tying the Knot in 2023
From nostalgia-themed celebrations to multi-day affairs, experts divulge 20 of the top trends influencing weddings in the new year By Sara Perez Webber Pearls A nostalgic detail poised to take center stage at weddings is the classic pearl. “If there’s one big takeaway from New York Bridal Fashion Week, it’s that pearls will dominate the aesthetic for 2023 … [Read more...] about Tying the Knot in 2023
Saying “I-Do’s” with Big To-Dos
As weddings get back into full swing, here are 11 trends to watch for in 2022 By Sara Perez Webber Ring the bells and strike up the band—big weddings are back, and couples are getting ready to splurge as they tie the knot. “Our 2022 clients are ready to celebrate in a big way!” says Amy Ackerman, owner of JDV Occasions in Atlanta. Rachel Burrow, director of weddings … [Read more...] about Saying “I-Do’s” with Big To-Dos
Products You Can’t Live Without: Wedding Edition
Get ready for a busier wedding year with products that save you time and enhance the guest experience. Tables Handcrafted in Portugal, the Pacifica stoneware collection from Casafina lends a natural, modern look to a wedding table. With a matte glaze finish, the collection includes a complete dinnerware set, serveware and bakeware pieces, and kitchenware accessories. … [Read more...] about Products You Can’t Live Without: Wedding Edition
