Weddings - Social - Corporate

Met Gala 2012

Costume Institute Benefit Celebrating

Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations

Very exciting watching the Red Carpet Live Stream. Two Italian Designers displayed in one area, so why not at the Metropolitan Museam of Art. The question of the evening, "Have you ever heard of Schiaparelli before tonight?"

Schiaparelli created:

• Vivid colors and vivacious fashions
• A Rival of Coco Chanel
• Influenced wrap dresses, square shoulders, wedge heels, skorts to name a few.

“In difficult times fashion is always outrageous.” – Elsa Schiaparelli

Our Red Carpet Picks for the 2012 Met Gala

Camilla Belle wearing Ralph Lauren - Photo Credit Just Jared

Jaime King wearing Top Shop - Photo Credit Just Jared

Hilary Swank wearing Michael Kors - Photo Credit Getty Images

May 2012 Creative Inspiration

"Parasols and Celebrations"

To some parasols may seem like a new fashion statement or a new decor for an event, and others know that the parasols have been around for generations. I would like to give you a brief background on parasols and correlate it to they are used in events.

The origin is between the Middle East and Egypt. The meaning is pretty simple which when you break it down: "Para" means to stop or shield and "sol" means the sun. So basically it was created to be used to shield you from the sun versus the rain like an umbrella. Despite its meaning, various locations use them in different ways. Some countries used them as a marked of distinction by its usefulness not so much the ornamental qualities, and others used them in special ceremonies. A woman with a parasol was marked in some countries as being a Lady of Fashion or simply assured you were a Lady of Class.

In recent times, Parasols have been stepped up a notch and have become a part of celebrations whether it's a birthday party, a baby or bridal shower, or even a wedding. It could be used as a simple decor or a major spotlight decor at your event. You can either rent or buy parasols (Bella Umbrella) to match your colors or theme or simply buy some (Pamela's Parasols) and be creative with a DIY project for kids or your wedding party.

Photo/Info Credits:

• http://www.pamelasparasols.com/
• http://www.bellaumbrella.com/
• http://pizzazzerie.com/recipes/southern-love-wedding-showcase/
• http://www.splendorforyourguests.com/weddings/tag/baby-shower-ideas/
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Umbrella
• http://www.victoriaspast.com/Parasols/parasols.htm
• http://inventorspot.com/articles/the_history_parasol_fashions_newest_and_oldest_trend_12492
• http://bjws.blogspot.com/2010/08/on-history-art-of-parasols-umbrellas.html
• http://manthecapstan.wordpress.com/2008/09/04/the-historical-parasol/
• http://divinepartyconcepts.com/
• http://weddingbellefavors.blogspot.com/2012/04/bridal-showers-what-we-love.html
• http://www.vintagedancers.org/costume1912.html

Ritz Carlton of Westchester

Stylish Social Occasions Special Event

What does Occasions by Elena, Ritz Carlton of Westchester, Damselfly Designs, RSVP Invtes, and Forever in Bloom have in common with Liftime Events by Jacqueline?

Elena Pemberty, owner of Occasions by Elena and Jacqueline Vazquez, owner of Lifetime Events by Jacqueline spent an awesome time at the first annual Stylish Socal Occasion Event on April 1st at the Ritz Carlton of Westchester. They featured vendors from different areas of the industry as they came together to showcase designs, menus, favors, florals, music, stationery, educational insights, and so much more for social events.

I have worked together with Elena in numerous occasions, and she brings her special touches to make all brides enhance the beauty they have and add that WOW effect. Makeup and Hair is her specialty, but her dedication to making sure the client feels comforatble, excited and amazing is what makes her stand out as a top professional.

As we strolled through the event, I came across professionals that I have worked with and love their work, great customer service, and attention to details. Among those included: RSVP Invites (Beautiful Wedding and Social Stationery), Damselfly Designs (Awesome Event Designers for Special Events both social and corporate), and Forever in Bloom (Beautiful florals and floral preservations).

Many more professionals where in attendance and had great displays. Looking forward to working with them all. It was a great event, and I am looking forward to their next event.

http://corporate.ritzcarlton.com/en/Press/Properties/Westchester/Releases/stylish_social_occasions.htm

I have come to the conclusion that I will not hold back and hide the excitement I get from different cake toppers: funny, romantical, simply, weird, imaginative, amazing, etc. So with that said, I will be blogging once a month about which cake toppers I have come across for the month and will also feature one of your cake toppers.

Interested in submitting your photos of cake toppers used for your birthday or wedding? Send your photo to blog@lebjv.com and keep your eyes posted to see if your cake topper is featured.

Wow times have changed as we go from Style A cake topper from the 1940's are now what they call "Vintage" to Style B vivaciously different. So different it changes the formality of the reception. Brings in more humor, more wow, more bedazzle.

Style A

Style B

Photo Credit: Wedding Bee http://www.weddingbee.com/2010/07/02/cake-toppers-5/ and Beau Coup

Do you know whose the Designer of Angelina Jolie's engagement ring? Do you know the story behind the engagement ring?

The Designer of the ring is none other than Robert Procop, their longtime jeweler. US Weekly described in their article that the crafting of the diamond took about 1 year. Procop has designed for President Regan and has continued to be commissioned by subsequent U.S. Presidents as well as Robert Downey Jrs wife. He is the leading Authority on diamonds, and is charity-minded like Jolie and Pitt.

Photo Credit: Eric Charbonneau/WireImage.com

Check the following link for information on the ring called "The Style of Jolie" Read More

Stay Tune for photos of the actual ring.

April 2012 Creative Inspirations

"Spring is in the AIR!!"

Did someone say Spring? Well it's here, what happened to Winter. My favorite season is Fall, but Spring brings forth some of my favorite colors, fashions, decor, and -- So let's see what Spring 2012 has in store.

Florals ranges from Tangerines, Chic Pastels, High Fashion, Inspired, and Floral Prints.

Photo Credits:

• Martha Stewart.com - http://www.marthastewart.com/275332/ideas-for-spring-parties#/272477
• HGTV - http://www.hgtv.com/entertaining/15-easy-centerpieces-for-any-dinner-party/pictures/page-9.html
• Elba Fields Jewelry - http://shop.elvafields.com/collections/just-in?page=3
• Oscar De La Renta - http://www.oscardelarenta.com/?folderId=/collections/runway/spring2012#lookId=35&;
• Teen.com - http://www.teen.com/2012/03/16/style/beauty-news-trends-ideas-celebrity-inspiration/spring-blooming-flower-nail-trends/
• Worldwide Floral Distributors - http://worldwidefloraldistributors.com/home/flowers-trends/hottest-flower-trends-for-2012/
• Feng Shuidana.com - http://www.fengshuidana.com/2012/02/16/flower-power-the-best-of-spring-2012/
  

Lifetime Events by Jacqueline was the Event Designer for the Motivators and Creators (Macs) Entrepreneurs 2nd Annual Summit 2012. The Summit featured 2 panels of Successful Entrepreneur Women speaking about being a Millionaire, Sales, Marketing, Communications, and PR.

Inspired by Macs Logo and colors, we designed an area for the panel that was inviting, comforting, and approachable. These three qualities were exactly what described the entired event.

Mimi, owner of Mimi's Fusion of Flavors, has been cooking since she was eight years old. Raised in the Dominican Republic by a family of cooks, Mimi loved being in the kitchen whenever she could. As she grew older she realized that cooking was more than an interest or hobby but something she wanted to do for the rest of her life.

Over the years she has held a variety of jobs. She worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Columbia University in New York City and as a Clinical Trial Associate at Progenics Pharmaceuticals in White Plains, New York. For the last four years she has worked as a Take Home Chef and caterer on a part time basis.Then the opportunity rose for her to follow her passion and fulfill her dreams.

Mimi's passion has taken her to include promoting the freshest products, creating recipes, performing basic Spanish Style Cooking classes, and educate adults and children about the value of fresh products. From Social Celebrations to Corporate Events, Mimi's Fusion of Flavors provides quality service and delicious meals.

She has been featured in Live Shows such "El Colmado, Channel 41 Univision Cooking Segment, Radio Guest, and a Special Guest at the National New York City Dominican Day Parade. As part of her many accomplishments, she has been selected as 2012 Winner of the Sabado Gigante Featured Annual Contest " Cocinado un Sueno" translated as "Cooking a Dream".

Mimi's philosophy is: "Bringing back Simple, Flavorful Home Style Cooking with a twist of modern day".

That's Mimi's motto, and it reflects in her style. She always keeps nutrition in mind and enjoys cooking with fresh products that are harvested regionally and locally.

March 2012 Creative Inspirations

"Tangerine Tango - 2012 Color of the Year"

What better color than the color palette of my business. Pantone is the Color Expert in the event industry. Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute comments about the color, “sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive, Tangerine Tango is an orange with a lot of depth to it. Reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset, Tangerine Tango marries the vivaciousness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow, to form a high-visibility, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy.” These features all described the type of detail and quality Lifetime Events by Jacqueline provides our clients.

You may have a favorite color or a color that attracts you more than others, but would those be the colors that you select to put together your next Big Special Event? You may select a theme for your special event to identify a style that you like or just seems exciting. With that same thought, you should think about what attracts you to the color you will be selecting. Do you know what you color means? Do you know the feel of the color? If you are not using the color of the year, then find out from Pantone what your selected color means and incorporate that in your theme.

Below is a list to reflect back on colors of the past:

• 2011 - Honeysuckle: Pantone described the color as a courageous, confident, and vital color. Ms. Eiseman describes this color as a captivating, stimulating color that gets the adrenaline going. She continues by saying "that the Honeysuckle derives it's positive qualities from a powerful bond to its mother color red, the most physical, viscerally alive hue in the spectrum."
  

• 2010 - Turquoise: Pantone described the color as inviting, luminous hue, combining the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green, inspiring thoughts of soothing, tropical waters, and a comforting escape from the everyday troubles of the world, while at the same time restoring our sense of wellbeing.
  

Want to guess the color of the year for 2013? Let us know your thoughts. When we post this newsletter on our blog, write your color selection for 2013.

Information Credit: Pantone - http://www.pantone.com/pages/pantone/index.aspx

Not only is this dress by Georges Chakra an amazing dress for the Oscars, but it's an Amazing Wedding Dress.

Photo Credit by Getty Images