Street Art is alive in London!

I love to  travel and immerse myself in new and different cultures. These experiences inevitably show up in our event design, one way or another. Bits and pieces of what I find interesting will make their way into our  "art of the party".

When in London, I went on a tour in the Shoreditch neighborhood. Street Art is a part of their community. Street Art was started by Banksy in the early part of this century. Today, there are many artists who follow in his footsteps, creating beautiful, visuals in the most unexpected, industrial places. Keep your eyes open, you may find Street Art in your area!

 

I love this artist and just saw another of his artwork in Ghent, Belgium

This was our tour guide, a Street Artist herself.



The last one I saw and a favorite of course!

Double Decker Bus tour of London

When planning a  wedding or special celebration with a group in London, a Double Decker Bus tour is a must. It is a fast and convenient way to orient your guests to the beautiful city of London. We added Champagne and Mimosas  to our morning adventure. Two Blue Badge Guides added the story behind all of the sites.

Wedding Dress Design

Whenever I travel anywhere, I always snap a pic of wedding gowns in stores I happen upon. This one struck me as chic and stylish. Found in Belgium.

CHOCOLATE!

Who doesn't LOVE chocolate. So many brands, so many "artisanal" chocolate makers. When traveling, I indulge. This trip to Belgium and The Nederlands obviously offered some of the worlds finest chocolates and eye "candy" images (pun intended).

Amsterdam candy store

Chocolate store in the Hague



Yes! It's a chocolate purse!

And a chocolate shoe!

Oops, this is unbelievable SOAP! Found in Ghent, BE. 

Bean Bag Seating and Sign In

We loved this idea for our Mitzvah celebration at WHYY. Bean bags provided the seating, the giveaway and he sign in the for Mitzvah to keep! Multi uses for such a  cool element.

Images by Susan Beard 

Uncommon Events Pop Up Shop

Ok fans, here is the scoop on the Pop Up shop we have at 2441 Aspen Street, Fairmount Neighborhood in Philadelphia. I was looking for a way to showcase our incredible creativity when it comes to our clients hotel gifts and the gifts we create for our friends and colleagues. I found this adorable, perfect space when sealing the deal for my new row home right up the street!

Here is the concept: We will be open for 10 days a month starting in February 2014. Each month will be themed and the inventory of gifts will reflect that theme. The gifts will be handmade as well as some bespoke floral designs and things we LOVE with amazing design elements.

This is an extension of our usual business of Wedding Planning, Design and Decor. Our design warehouse in Norristown still rocks on a daily basis and is where we get to the dirty of "creation"!

This Pop Up Shop allows brides who do not have us on their team as planners and designers, to take advantage of incredible gifts for their out of town guests and entire bridal party (yup, we do "man" gifts too).

I will post the opening dates and themes soon.

We are very excited to be a part of the Fairmount Neighborhood. Everyone has been so welcoming and lovely. I made the right choice on my big move into the city!

Happy Holidays!