batman meets ethereal bride

February 16, 2015 by inanyeventblog

You will see them trending this year. The answer to a bustling bustle. A removable train. 2015 is the year of the wedding cape. Actually, their history begins with ancient African tribal capes which were worn during the wedding ceremony and for a short while after the ceremony to show respect (or hlonipa) for the in-laws. I love them. Capes make you feel powerful, sexy and mysterious in the most interesting way.  No wonder royalty wore them (not to mention fairy tale […]

Categories: Fashion

For the Love of Gloves

January 16, 2015 by inanyeventblog

I don’t understand what all the fuss is about over Amal Clooney’s gloves at the Golden Globes. Queen Elizabeth I was the first person to make long gloves fashionable and a status symbol in the 16th Century. Today, they are still a symbol of formality, femininity and fashion, not to mention affluence.  Opera gloves are also a stylish and clever way to disguise overly thin arms, which might have been another reason for the accessory in this case.  Another historical fact, my […]

Categories: Beauty, Fashion, Inspiration

Extended (four legged) Family Photos

January 6, 2015 by inanyeventblog

Your wedding is a day to share with the ones you love so naturally your dog is included.  Below, a few of my favorite moments with our four-legged family members.   Photo Credits:  Photo 1 and 2 by Craig Paulson; Photo 3 (by Leslie Price of In Any Event – taken with my phone, thank you very much), Photo 4, 5, 6 and 7 by Heather Waraksa; Photo 8 by me again; Photo 9, 10 and 11 by Nathan Smith of […]

Categories: Decor Ideas, Inspiration

Engaged over the holidays?

December 30, 2014 by inanyeventblog

So you’re engaged.  Congratulations.  After the dust settles on your Instagram and Facebook accounts, get ready to start fielding questions about who’s on the guest list, where you’re getting married and when. As you begin to plan, a few things to keep in mind: 1. As Steve Jobs so eloquently put it, “Don’t let the opinions of others drown out your own inner voice.”   Friends and family will have lots of advice and opinions.  Don’t allow your wedding to become […]

Categories: Inspiration, Wedding Planning

The Seven Sacred Steps

November 20, 2014 by inanyeventblog

Saptapadi (The Seven Sacred Steps) is my favorite part of a Hindu wedding. It has so much depth, purpose and meaning. The couple takes seven steps together, with each step taking a sacred vow: 1. Together we will live with respect for one another. 2. Together we will develop mental, physical and spiritual balance. 3. Together we will prosper, acquire wealth and share our accomplishments. 4. Together we will acquire happiness, harmony and knowledge through mutual love. 5. Together we […]

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Happy Halloween #flashbackfriday

October 31, 2014 by inanyeventblog

I couldn’t resist reposting some old Halloween photos of some industry friends at In Any Event’s 10th Anniversary party three years ago.  Photos by Chris Grattan, Terry Gruber and Shahar Azran.  Happy Halloween! Below: Mark Ingram of Mark Ingram Atelier Below: Ira Lippke as de Kooning with his wifeBelow: Ron Ben Israel Below: John Rose of Guastavinos with his wife Below: Nick Gregory, actor, as the Brawny Towel ManBelow: Jill Cole, Great PerformancesBelow: Edward Neary and his wife (Joseph Edwards Videography) […]

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11 years ago

October 26, 2014 by inanyeventblog

11 years ago, I married my husband.  Tripping down memory lane. Photos by Kellie Walsh of 4 Eyes Photography. Location: Angel Orensanz Foundation,  Florist: Matthew Robbins   Printed Menu: Ana Dolan

Categories: Inspiration

Shelter Island Summer Wedding

October 23, 2014 by inanyeventblog

Just got these beautiful images of Katie and Paul’s Shelter Island wedding from Craig Paulson.  So much better than the ones I snapped with my iphone.  So intimate and personal. I can’t help but smile as I look at these….Invitation design and printing by Swiss Cottage Designs

Categories: Beauty, Decor Ideas, Destination Weddings, Inspiration, Venues, Wedding Planning • Tags: Hamptons wedding, Rams Head Inn, Shelter Island

Trend Alert: Asymetrical Hemlines

September 29, 2014 by inanyeventblog

Noticing a trend toward sassy gowns with short front and longer backs.  Lots of leg and fierce heels offset by a modest neckline, as demonstrated by these gowns, below: Ashi Studio Krikor Jabotian Amal Alamuddin Cloony wearing Giambattista Valli And perhaps for the more modest bride, a nod toward a higher hemline while still keeping with more traditional modesty.

Categories: Inspiration