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LED Furniture

Glow All Out: LED Rentals

 

When the night falls, the festivities don’t have to end.  Light up the night with Grimes Events & Party Tents variety of LED event rentals. Read on to find 5 ways to incorporate LED lights at your next event!

 

LED Furniture

1.) LED UP Lights.

Using LED UP Lights requires minimal effort and can still transform your entire event space. These lights are perfect for venues with light-wash walls and furniture. The vibrant  LED UP lights will create an intense reflection of the white, changing the color and tone of the entire venue. We love to pair our LED UP lights with classic Pipe and Drape to set the mood.

 

2.)  Led Hi-Tops.

If you are throwing a mixer or event where people will be standing and conversating, LED Hi-Tops are a functional way to experiment with LED lights. LED Hi-Tops are a great way to direct guests’ eyes to the table while adding color to your space. LED Hi-Tops make for easy transportation and can be effortlessly moved through any venue space. Take a look at the simple addition of LED Hi-Tops in the beautiful outdoor space.

 

 

3.) LED Curved Bar.

Drinks and a show! The LED Curved Bar is a fan favorite. Serve up refreshments and engaging conversation with a beautiful LED Curved Bar. Renting a LED Curved Bar is a great way to direct guests to the refreshments while adding a fun element to the celebration. Our LED Curved Bar can display multiple LED shades at once or emit a solid color to match the surrounding color palette or theme of your event.

4.) Chauvet UP Lighting.

If extravagant colors are something you want all through your venue, renting a Chauvet UP Light will do most of the work for you. This simple lighting solution will spread across the entire event space, showcasing a concert-style look at your venue. If you are looking for intense color, you can adjust the setting to display all the shades. If you’re looking for subtle color, adjust the lighting options to your preference.

 

 5.) LED Cubes.

LED Cubes are one of our very popular LED lounge furniture items. Our LED cubes double as lounge seating and LED décor. Spread LED cubes through your venue for a pop of color or gather them as a means of seating for guests.  Like all our LED products you can choose from a variety of shades and intensities.

 

Whether you are throwing a glow-in-the-dark party or just want to add an electrifying pop of color to your event space, Grimes Events & Party Tents has a variety of LED rentals that are sure to turn heads. Glow all out will a LED rentals for your next function. Contact Grimes Events & Tents for all your event needs today!

Events, Tent Rental, Wedding

Summer Wedding Guide

 

Wedding season is upon us! With summer approaching outdoor weddings have been on the rise. If you are considering an outdoor wedding, we’ve constructed a guide with our tips for a successful outdoor wedding.

 

Stay Hydrated

With the Summer heat, it’s important to make sure you and your guests stay hydrated during the wedding ceremony and reception. This can be done by making sure your venue has a hydration station with water bottles throughout the reception and ceremony area. Create the perfect refreshment station with our banquet tables. Banquet tables are great for spreading out food and drinks.

 

Comfort

During an outdoor wedding in the summer, you may be prone to dealing with mosquitoes. Add an element of décor and fight of the pest with a Citronella Candle. Dress up the candles with a variety of table wear. While the bugs can be a minor inconvenience it’s important to consider the sun, and its effects on guests. Renting a tent is going to be essential when throwing an outdoor wedding.

 

Party Tents

Not all tents are created equal and selecting the proper tent for your big day is important. From Clear Frame Top Tents that let the sun shine in, to Pole Tents that give the space a grand feel, we have a wide array of tents that will suit any outdoor wedding.

Additionally, Grimes Events & Party Tents has all the cooling rentals you will need to control the climate inside of your tent!

 

Bathrooms

Another important thing to note for your outdoor wedding is the bathroom. In order to make sure your guests are comfortable and have access to a bathroom, you can rent restroom trailers. Grimes offers a vast selection of bathroom trailers including: Single stall ADA restroom trailers, 3-stall restroom trailers, 5-stall luxury restroom trailers, and 9-stall restroom trailers.

 

Dress Comfortably

With an outdoor wedding, you’ll want to dress comfortably depending on the temperature and location of the venue. For the reception, you can bring a spare pair of shoes, so you don’t tarnish your special shoes for the big day.

Grimes Events & Party Tents is exited to build you the wedding venue of your dreams this summer. Contact us for all your rental needs today!

Events

2022 Wedding Trends!

 

Spring has sprung and wedding season is in full force. In past years, Covid- 19 put large gatherings to a screeching halt, including weddings. Couples are more ready than ever to celebrate their love and coming into 2022 with a bang. Stay tuned for all the wedding trends you can look forward to all year long.

 

Guest Focus

 

Life is fleeting and full of unexpected turns. Now more than ever couples are choosing intention during this special time. Weddings are becoming far more purposeful, focused on the guest experience overall. Couples are focused on creating an amazing experience for their guests they are sure to take with them. Personalization in décor, entertainment, and interactive activities, are just some of the ways couples are incorporating intention into their big day!

 

My Wedding, My Way!

 

In 2022, couples are breaking away from tradition. We see more couples moving away from the classic cookie-cutter wedding towards a wedding that represents the couple, in whichever way that might be.

Although it’s always a good day for a white wedding, brides are altering what it means to be a beautiful bride on their big day. In 2022, brides are experimenting with colorful wedding dress designs. From ivory, champagne, and nude to hues of peach, blush, and blues, modern brides are stepping outside of the box and we’re here for it!

Wedding themes are becoming more than a perfect color combo for your venue space. Couples are transforming their space into a new realm of possibility. Rustic, Vintage, Garden, and Holidays are just some of the unique themes inspiring wedding design.

Another trend we’re seeing this year is virtual save the dates! A sustainable and easily distributable option in place of paper wedding invitations. The couple can create a graphic design that supports their wedding theme via digital platform like a website. The web page is filled with information about your event, while eliminating costs of printing and shipping fees.

 

Party or Peace? You Decide!

 

Coming into 2022, the traditional expectation of what a wedding should be has been thrown out.

Expectations of what your wedding should look like has changed coming into 2022. The classic grand function has taken a turn for a more intimate gathering. With some influence from the pandemic, some couples decided to have a small ceremony with their close friends and immediate family, packed with intention and attention to detail.

On the other hand, some couples have decided to go all out or go home! Full wedding weekends are also trending right now. With activities, relaxation, and vows tied into a weekend getaway, guests are sure to feel like they are on a vacation of love

 

Grimes sees these trends and evolves with them! Let Grimes Events and Party Tents give you the wedding space of your dreams. Three days of transformations or one simple set up grimes has all your wedding rental needs. Weddings are what we do! Contact us today!

Events, Tent Rental

Alternative Bashes!

 

Covid-19 halted group gatherings for over a year and the public is ready more than ever for human interaction. As spring approaches, we can expect an increase in events and celebrations for an array of celebration types. If you find yourself wanting to gather but you don’t have a birthday coming up or an exciting announcement to make, you don’t need one. If you don’t have a reason to celebrate, make one! In 2022 alternative bashes will be trending! People will be celebrating anything and everything! Grimes Events & Party Tents has all the rentals you need to celebrate all wins, big or small.

 

Divorce Party: To New Beginnings!

Although a divorce is undoubtedly one of the hardest life events that someone can go through, after the storm comes a rainbow. Whether you are in a loveless union or mutually grow apart, your next chapters should not start with guilt or shame. Cheers to new beginnings and accept your past as it was with a divorce party. This trending event gives a new attitude to divorce, welcoming the re-alignment of your life path!

 

End of Student Loan Celebration

After completing your degree, it can feel like you finished a marathon, but that’s not quite the end. With years of schooling comes debt that’s often more than your yearly income after college. Once that debt is paid off the race is over, and you can exhale. This triumph calls for celebration. We see more people celebrating this milestone as they say goodbye to student loan payments.

 

Adoptions

A new addition to the family should always be celebrated. Welcome your new family member to an adoption celebration. Get all your adoptee’s favorites and decorate your event with items that represent them. This will make them feel more at home while also showing guests their interests to get to know them better. Adoptions don’t stop at people… you can celebrate an adopted pet or adopted a lifestyle as well! Get creative and celebrate new facets of your daily life.

 

Empty Nest Celebration

The kids are off to college, and you can finally say, “I did it”.  As a parent, you sacrifice so much to shape and guide your children. As they spread their wings and fly out of the nest, they only have you to thank for your hard work and dedication through the years. When your children do great things it’s a direct reflection of you! Now that’s something worth celebrating. Invite your close friends and family to celebrate this new chapter to acknowledge the legacy you’ve created.

 

Grimes Events & Party Tents offers tent and event rentals for any celebration. With a variety of Tables, Chairs, Tents, Lighting, and more, we can help you celebrate all of the uncelebrated events no matter how alternative they may be!

Events

Easter Event: The Grimes Way!

 

It’s April and Easter is around the corner. Whether you’re planning festivities for the little ones, or having an elegant Easter brunch, Grimes Events & Party Tents has rentals for your Easter functions.  Create a small intimate space or go big, Grimes can accommodate any space for the perfect Easter event.

 

Venue

If the weather permits, Easter is a great day to spend outside. Start with a Tent that can hold all of your guests comfortably. Grimes Events & Party Tents carries a variety of Tent sizes and styles that offer different functions. If you choose a Clear Frame Tent, you can be sure that the Florida Sun will be shining through the event. If you’re looking for more of a shaded shelter, consider a Frame Tent or a Structural Tent. Our tents are ideal for backyard parties and can also act as an extension of an indoor venue or home. You won’t even have to leave your home to have a fabulous Easter function.

 

Table

The proper Rentals and Décor are a must-have for an Easter event.  A Banquet Table is a timeless staple and the perfect choice when having a family gathering. The long table is perfect for facilitating conversation and placing a spread of tableware and décor.

 

Seating

Depending on the level of luxury you are trying to create, picking the right chair will elevate your Easter aesthetic. White Padded Chairs are a great option for a breezy and casual, Easter event due to the simplicity and quality they hold. The quality foldable chair is perfect for Easter because of its clean comfortable picnic feel.

If you are aiming for a more regal upscale feel, consider a Chiavari Chair. The Chiavari Chair comes in a variety of colors and even a Bar Stool style. The detailed design and cotton seat pad gives this chair a sophisticated structure. The Chiavari is commonly used for weddings and more!

 

Tableware

Grimes Events & Party Tents has a large inventory of Chargers, Glassware, Flatware, and Table linens to tie your Easter Event together. Easters’ classic color scheme usually reflects the season of Spring, calling for pastel purples, greens, yellows, and whites. Stack a Classic Porcelain Serving Plate on top of the beautiful Maribelle Citron Green Charger. Pair this combo with our All-Purpose Water Glass and Mod Stainless Steel Flatware. The décor doesn’t stop at the serving ware. Select a tablecloth with a subtle hue that will enhance the colors of your table wear. When in doubt a crisp white linen does the job, leaving a beautiful finish.

 

When creating a luxurious table set-up, consider using intricately styled tableware. Our Antique Charger and Florence Gold Charger are a few of the many Grimes Events & Party Tents offers. Pair the charger with our Alice Crystal Wine Class and Coral Stainless Flatware. If you are having a sophisticated event, including beautiful napkin holders like the Silver Beaded Napkin Ring, will give your event that extra detail that guests will remember.

 

Catering

Easter would not be the same without delicious food and family. Whether you are recreating a family recipe or are getting a meal catered, Grimes Events & Party Tents has quality Catering Rentals.

Our quality Chafing Dishes are essential for keeping food warm and ready for serving. The heated serving dish is easy for anyone to use, making serving accessible for anyone at the function. If you’re planning to have a professional caterer, rent your own appliances like Convection Oven, Pan Rack, Propane Grille, and more.

 

Try Easter the Grimes way this year. With our variety of tents, tables, chairs, and everything and between, you can tailor your event to create the perfect Easter function. Visit our website to create you’re a vision board for your Easter event.

 

 

 

Events, Outdoor Dance Floor, Tent Rental

Must-Have Outdoor Event Rentals!

 

Spring has sprung and Grimes Events & Party Tents is excited to get to work this season!  Spring is one of the best times to have an outdoor event and we have all your rental needs! We have tent rentals and everything underneath them for the perfect outdoor event.

Tents

Grimes Events & Party Tents offers various tent sizes for any function. Tents are a great option for outdoor events as they are a shelter that can be placed anywhere and filled with any type of décor! Options are truly endless when creating an event under a party tent!

Moving into spring, we love to see our Clear-Top Frame Tents in action. The clear-top tent is perfect for any outdoor event you may be hosting. This tent style allows all the sunlight into your event and removes the need for artificial lighting!

High-Peak Festival Tents are also popular in the spring as their height adds a level of space that captivates the guests and is perfect for outdoor events. The space of the tent leaves room for sunlight to fill the tent, while also creating a grand space for a large outdoor event.

Having an outdoor event doesn’t mean being limited to a single space. Pipe and Drape can be added to any party tent to create sections or rooms that can add an element of exploration and dimension to your space.

 

Outdoor seating

Chairs are not all created equal when it comes to outdoor events. Depending on the density of the soil, some chair rentals hold up better compared to others. Grimes Events & Party Tents offers a variety of chairs that function perfectly on soil, grass, and cement.

Our Samsonite Chair is the classic durable folding chair. This seat comes in black and white to match any décor your event has.

The Chiavari Chair is a crowd favorite. This chair is strong and beautifully decorated, coming in white, black, clear, and gold. This is a more upscale step up from the classic Samsonite chair and is perfect for weddings or any sophisticated functions.

Lounge furniture is something that can change the essence of the event. Lounge furniture is usually more comfortable and comes in modern styles that catch the guest’s eyes. Transform your space into a comfy bohemian relaxation area in the day, or a space that emits a upscale, nightlife experience in the evening. Products like our Hi- Tops tables, Lounge Ottomans, and LED Cubes, make up some of the aspects to a functional outdoor lounge area outdoors.

 

Luxury Restroom Trailers

When it comes to hosting an outdoor event the restroom for guests can often be overlooked. This can be a tricky situation when you are not at an indoor venue that has a facility included. Grimes has this covered for you with our variety of luxury restroom trailers! Depending on the size of your event, we offer 9 stall, 5 stall, 3 stall, and single stall trailers for guests to use the restroom in comfortable and clean quarters.

 

Stage and Flooring

While a stage and flooring aren’t a necessity for an amazing and functional outdoor event, it is a great option to incorporate in the layout of a tent space.

A stage can act as a focal point of an event as it’s the most elevated level of the space. Here, you can add an extravagant design element, a DJ, or  other source of entertainment. If your event  entertainment or a host, a stage will level up the experience.

Flooring is also a great addition to an outdoor event. This not only offers a stable and smooth ground for guests to comfortably walk, it also doubles as a dance floor. This communicates to guests that dancing is encouraged!

 

Catering Rentals

Food and drinks are a crucial part of any event – big or small. If you want to develop your catering menu and refreshments, Grimes Events & Party Tents can provide you with all your catering rental needs. We provide an array of catering rentals that keep food hot, cold, fresh, or fried! Some of our products include Conventional Ovens, Gas Deep Fryer, Pan Racks, Steam Tables, and Propane Grilles to name a few. All these products are transportable and are perfect for any outdoor event.

 

Many of our catering rentals,  come in handy for climate control. We offer temperature regulating products like air conditioners, heaters, and fans for air circulation. Our rentals don’t just stop with functionality, but with fun! Grimes also has a selection of miscellaneous products including a Popcorn Machine and more! Not only do we have a large inventory of products, but a strong network of decorators and event planners that will work together to transform your venue into an ideal space.

 

Grimes Events & Party Tents is one of the most renowned event rental retailers in South Florida with hundreds of beautiful event spaces under our belt. No matter the season of your event, Grimes Events & Party Tents has all your rental needs to impress guests and create a fun and functional space outdoors.

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Must Have Vendors For Your Next Event

Just like magic, an event seems to come together in the eyes of a guest, but the true magicians are the various vendors who piece them together to create an enchanting ambiance. It truly takes a village to bring someone’s vision to life. Consider the following vendors for your next celebration to take your function to the next level. 

Event Planner 

If you want someone to organize your event, hiring an event planner is a great option. Event planners have experience in all aspects of creating a cohesive event, starting with the planning that goes into it. They are also a great source of connections. Your event planner will already have contacts for credible vendors to utilize. 

Catering 

A catering vendor ensures a quality hassle-free food service experience for everyone. Not only is the vendor qualified in gourmet cooking for large groups of people, but it elevates the event’s atmosphere. Often, caterers will create a menu based on food preferences or on the theme of the event. They provide an entire service that includes cooking, plating, serving, and more. Caterers will discreetly hover during the event to ensure all food handling needs are met.  

Entertainment

A must-have at any function is entertainment. Entertainment can come in many forms. The best events have an established plan for entertainment for the duration of the event. This can be a speaker, a show, a dance, or even party games. The most important form of entertainment is a great DJ. Yes, the DJ brings the party to life with music but also works as a guide or host during the event. 

Event Rentals 

An event would not be a functional space without party rentals. Vendors like Grimes Events & Party Tents are essential in creating a space that is efficient for guests to sit, dance, eat, relax, and overall enjoy the celebration. Party rentals can include party tents, tables, chairs, lighting, flooring, staging, portable restrooms, décor, and much more. Guests need tables and chairs to be seated, a DJ might need a stage to set up on, and dancing can be made intentional with a specialized dance floor. Event rentals create the foundation of the event in its entirety and everything else comes secondary to building out the space. 

Décor 

Now that the bones of the event are built out, vendors that specialize in décor are needed to transform the look and feel of the space. The décor team is responsible for bringing the event holders’ vision to life. They will establish colors, themes, lighting, florals, decorations, and any personal touches. The décor will be one of the first aspects to stand out at any event. Décor can be created by one vendor or a group of them where each vendor specializes in a niche area of decorating. For example, your event planner could handle linens and balloons while a florist would focus on creating flower arrangements to dress the space. 

Photographers 

Did the event even happen if there are no photos? Having a photographer or videographer is especially important at any event. These functions take great efforts to create so capturing these memories to look back on is essential. It also helps the many vendors who participated, highlight their products and services. 

If you are looking to create a well-rounded function, big or small, having a variation of these vendors is essential to getting the most out of your celebration. Investing in a caterer, party rentals, entertainment, event decorator, and a photographer will yield the best experience for everyone in attendance. 

As a host, you can relax knowing all your event needs are met and your guests are accounted for. Get a head start on planning your next spring event! For any party rentals or event needs, contact Grimes Events & Party Tents today! 

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Wedding Boom: How Covid-19 Birthed a Boom

 

Looking back, 2020 seemed like the perfect year for everyone. The country anticipated a year of clarity and being able to enjoy the outdoors again. This is especially true for the many couples who decided to solidify their love through marriage. Unfortunately, the universe had other plans for 2020. The whole world was hit with a pandemic that would become a global focus for the next two years. As we enter 2022, we are left with the residue of the goals and many weddings that have yet to be fulfilled in past years.

 

Wedding Push Back

According to the Statista Research Department, an estimated 82% of weddings were postponed in the year 2020 and 11 % were completely canceled. Now as the world works to get back to some normalcy, millions of couples are trying to finish what they started in 2020. The surge of backed-up weddings has led to a global wedding boom.

The overwhelming number of weddings have vendors and event planners booking through 2024 and on. A wedding is such an important event and as planners know, needs to be executed perfectly. A perfect wedding can take months to a year to plan and changes to a timeline can affect the planning process.

 

Global Supply Chain Strains

Since the pandemic started, supply chains have been stunted, having effects on the wedding industry. This directly affects the ability of wedding planners to produce. For wedding planners to target the requests of a wedding, they must be able to connect with various suppliers. Suppliers slowed down production for several reasons in the last few years. As the virus strengthened more and more laborers were out of work. Most people could not return until vaccinated, perpetuating more suppliers going without workers to produce materials. Shipping routes were also affected when trying to confine the virus. International governments, including our own, were cautious about traveling to other countries to stop the spread.

With a slowing supply chain and a boom of weddings to prepare it’s important for event planners to be one step ahead of this. Simplify where you can and plan as far out in advance as you can. Communicate clearly with your wedding clients.  Ensure clients are aware of the obstacles that could come up due to the relationship between the pandemic and planning a wedding. Explain that they must be open to pivot and adjust as you walk through the planning process to create the experience of their dreams.

 

Covid -19

Although vendors are moving slower, they are still moving and there is a high chance you will have all that you need to create a beautiful wedding. To ensure you have a hassle-free event it’s important to connect with vendors and event planners that can provide you with safe options that align with the Covid-19 climate of today. Work with vendors who can offer social distancing solutions. Grimes Events & Party Tents has been ahead of the Covid guidelines since the beginning of the pandemic and continues to create beautiful, functional, and safe, events with their various rentals. Some of these rentals include isolation dividers, pipe and drape, stanchions, tents, hand sanitizer stations, and individual restroom trailers to name a few.

Many wedding planners have had to re-determine wedding plans around the precautions that are being taken per state.  For example, couples that originally spent to accommodate 100 guests will have to settle for 50 guests because of crowding and the risk that could have. Not only are couples having to downsize their event but may have to consider getting a venue with outdoor space for airflow through the area. Masks are also still in effect leaving guests urged to wear a face covering. All these above precautions are dependent on the state but can be worked around with various social distances solutions.

 

The show must go on!

Some of this information can be daunting to young couples and event planners, but I can assure you the wedding of your dreams is still very much possible. With the right event planner and vendors like Grimes Events & Party Tents, who remain within the Covid -19 guidelines for all events, Covid -19 and pressures of the Wedding Boom will not stop you from creating a wedding to remember! If you are planning to marry this year, consider the above obstacles and come up with ways you and your wedding planner can work around them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Events, Tent Rental

Event Planning: Selecting Your Venue

 

Picking a venue for your event can be a big part of your overall event planning process. Make selecting a venue easy by learning what to look for when beginning to search. Start with a vision and purpose for your event, then incorporate these tips to create the perfect venue space.

 

Location

Location is important to keep in mind when choosing a venue. The region where the venue is located can affect how accessible it is for guests. Without a guest, there is no event. Ensure that all guests can travel safely and have efficient access to enjoy all aspects of the venue space. Look into entrance ramps and parking spaces at your venue location.  Speaking of space, one of the first things you should know when picking a venue is how many guests will be there. This will establish the size venue that’s needed and can impact the comfortability of the venue.

 

Select a place

Once you have addressed the event size, you can decide where you want your event to take place. Finding a venue that has all your event needs in one place and can be designed to carry your theme is crucial. Although the fastest way to select a venue is picking one that is already built, it can be hard to get everything you want out of one venue space. The room could be large but there is only one bathroom, or there is a dancefloor but not much room to dance. If you find yourself having a difficult time checking all the boxes of your venue requirements, don’t settle. Building your venue can be more personalized and just as fun. For more information about personalizing your event space, read our blogs on Tent Rentals for Every Event and What is Your Event Décor Style?

 

Build your own space

Starting from scratch allows the event planner to build out the event the way they imagined, and not what the venue confines them to. A great way to build a custom venue is by renting a party tent. Grimes Events & Party Tents offers a variety of sizes and styles of outdoor party tents. Another great aspect of a party tent is it can be put anywhere opening the doors for endless locations. It can be on a beach, a farm, a park, or even your backyard. No matter where the event is, its one-of-a-kind setup will leave a lasting impression.

When you build out an event you can use one tent or multiple to build the structure of your choice. Add on rooms inside the tent or just off the tent to accommodate a lounge in addition to your event space. This is a great way to incorporate an upscale lounging area for your guests to relax. Maximize your space by organizing it the way it works best for your event. Incorporate rentals like a stage for entertainment, a floor for dancing, rentals for catering, and even luxury portable restrooms. Grimes Events & Party Tents has countless event rentals that will transform your space into a one-of-a-kind venue.

 

Transforming your venue

Décor, theme, style, and functionality are all essential parts of having a memorable venue. Think about what kind of event this is and what kind of response you would like to evoke from your guest. Figuring out what you want out of your event will help you determine the essence of the celebration.  The theme or subject of the event will be the inspiration for the setup and décor inside. Tableware, statement pieces, lighting, music, colors, seating, refreshments, and any other personalization will make up the theme of the event. Think about the atmosphere you are trying to create with the décor. Will it be warm, cool, airy, intimate, fun, or sophisticated? The list goes on and creativity takes over. Take stock of your decorative goals for the venue and start trying things out.  Its highly recommended to take furniture, décor, and color swatches to the venue to get an idea of what the final product could look like.

If you are finding it hard to spark creativity, get inspiration from other events. Research common themes or trending décor to get a feel of beautiful materials you can include in your décor. A great source of inspiration is from event planning businesses like Grimes Events & Party Tents. Check out our social media and website to view our gallery of successful event setups. Discover the event planning networks on our promotional platforms while connecting with customers we have serviced. Contact us at (561)-853- 8368 for more information on venue options and event rentals.

Events, Winter Events

Winter Wedding: What your Wedding Planner Wants you to Know

Most couples stay away from a wedding date in the winter and understandably, considering the intimidating weather and busyness that the winter months bring. Regardless, all these obstacles have an easy fix and shouldn’t stop you from experiencing a wedding straight out of a wintery fairytale. The proper preparation beforehand will ensure a magical and unforgettable winter wedding

Attire

 

As we know, it’s tradition for the bride to be the star of the show. With a gorgeous gown and beautiful glow, the bride is halfway to the perfect wedding. A long sleeve dress or use of fashion pieces like capes, cardigans, or long veils can be a great way to stay warm as a winter bride.

Event attendees must also consider the weather when deciding on their attire for the night. Layered outfits and proper footwear will be important to keep yourself comfortable and safe during the wedding festivities.

For a cohesive and enjoyable wedding experience the bridal party must be on the same page. Taking care of your bridal party is essential in optimizing your weddings experience. Your bridal party are your guests with specific requirements and responsibilities. Give your party the resources they need to make the best of a winter wedding. Select gowns and footwear that will offer them a comfortable experience. If the bridal party is happy and feels good about their attire the energy will be felt through the venue. Now, the style isn’t only for women. Men also need special attention in the fashion department. Playing with textures, materials, and colors adds a unique touch while also adding warmth to a suit or coat.

Prepare your guests

 

Although weddings are solely for representing the love and commitment of the special couple, we know the guest experience can become the most important aspect of a wedding. When you are having a winter wedding there are a few factors to keep in mind when it comes to your guests. Notifying guests early is going to yield the best outcome. With all the chaos and festivities that come with the winter seasons, the guest will need to know about the wedding in advance. This way they can plan around the holidays and end-of-year events they might have.

For many weddings, there is a bit of traveling involved for everyone in attendance. Make this known to your guests and encourage them to give themselves extra traveling time. For example, if you are having your winter-themed wedding here in Florida, you might have guests driving in from other states. With the spike in health concerns that come with air travel, some of your extended family and friends will likely take a road trip if it’s doable. There is a chance that weather conditions could be hazardous for drivers so getting to the wedding safely is priority. Stress this to your guests and prepare them for any risks that could occur during travel. All this information can be included in your invitations to establish expectations for guests while also highlighting the theme.

Winter Wonderland

 

The most memorable aspect of your winter wedding is the Venue and Décor.

Venue

When it comes to a winter wedding, something that will make the transition from the ceremony to the reception a lot easier is finding a venue where you can do it all. Take your time to find the perfect place that will work for your ceremony, reception, and any other special aspect under one roof. One of the most beautiful things about a winter wedding is utilizing the snow and nature to incorporate into your venue. If guests can look out the window and see beautiful snowy mountains, or natural elements of winter, they will really feel like they are in a winter escape. Consider how a scenic venue will take your wedding to the next level.

A winter wedding essential is a coat check. A safe place for guests to put their belongings is a great addition to any wedding but especially one that takes place in winter. A coat check is not only functional but can be a place to include personal touches or carry on the theme of the décor. Cute additions like mini hand warmers, personal blankets, and winter-themed party favors will bring a special touch to the venue. These special touches done specifically for guests are what they will remember for years to come. Personalization like these that are done in the winter, gives brides and grooms space to play with unique ideas that maybe would not fit in during warmer months.

Another aspect that can take your event from comfortable to cozy is the selection of refreshments. Include warm drinks like apple cider, hot cocoa, or coffee. Warm and filling foods are best for a winter wedding. Cups of chili, soups, and hearty pasta are great examples of warm comfort foods to serve on your big day. Having the proper catering equipment is an efficient way to keep your food and refreshments fresh. Grimes Events & Party Tents offers heating, cooling, and storing, catering equipment.

Décor

The great thing about a winter wedding is being able to play with unique themes inspired by the season. Winter is a theme itself, so there are many variations of the special aspects of winter. With the incorporation of natural elements, lighting, and personal touches, you can create your dream winter wonderland.  Get creative and do extensive research on winter themes and pick the one that best represents you and your partner.

A winter wedding is a catalyst to a unique experience and immaculate wedding pictures that look like they are straight from a magazine. Don’t let these winter months stop you from having the wedding of your dreams. Embrace the cold weather and the beauty it brings. Grimes Events & Party Tents has a variety of event rentals for the perfect winter wedding. Contact us today!