3. SPEND MONEY WISELY
-Smaller headcount = smaller spend. It is no secret that having a large headcount eats away at your budget. The more people the more you spend 90% of the time. So now that you have a smaller guest list spend your budget on things your guests will notice and really take away with them. Tap into the senses: sight, smell, touch and sound.
SIGHT | flowers, flowers, flowers. the more the better! I am a huge flower lover so this is always where I say the more the merrier …if you are saying “oh they just die” — then I suggest you donate them to churches, businesses, HOSPITALS, and anyone who could need a pick me up during these times…which lets face it EVERYONE.
SMELL | flowers also contribute to the smell of your event, as well as lighting a signature scent which I do at every single doorway of one of my events. It immediately helps people feel in a cozy environment
TOUCH | upgrade those tabletop items: linens, flatware, glassware, etc! guests will spend more time at a seated dinner which means more time to check out the quality of the items on the table.
SOUND | music of any kind is CRUCIAL to creating a good vibe during an event. If you have the money and space capacity live music is always my choice because it is interactive with guests and leaves a long lasting impression!
4. CREATIVE DISPLAYS
-this goes along with your theme but I think a WOW factor is a creative display for a photo wall or a seating chart welcome. Even if it doesn’t have a purpose, the purpose is to give a warm welcome and add a little impact.