Gotham Hall

[gorgeous previous event at Gotham - courtesy of Gotham Hall Website ]

Last night I attended a great event at Gotham Hall. The theme of the event was " The Four Seasons". I very quickly bumped into Matthew Wagner, Dotty and Geoff Boka

Who were enjoying all of the inspiring food presentations. The food for the evening was provided by Thomas Preti Caterers and Great Performances.
One of my favorite presentations was the "Winter Station" designed by Thomas Preti. This station featured among many other items a Savory Pop Tart toasted in Retro Style Toasters for each guest. My photography does not do it any justice. It was great and then right next to it was an individual portion of veal meatloaf on a bed of mashed potatoes- yum!

These Savory Popsicles by Thomas Preti were adorable Fun Sips by Great Performances

Ron Ben-Israel is always a delight, and was kind enough to share a photo moment !

The Four Seasons theme was presented in the food stations as well as all decor including lighting. The walls were lit in the rotating themes. During one of the last winter scenes it also started snowing - A great event!

[ again, not a great photo, but if you look closely you can see the Winter Scene depicted over the entire wall- it felt almost like being in a snow globe]

Congratulations to Gotham Hall- it was a great event .

Amy Michelson Wedding Gowns

We are so pleased to announce that Traci Romano Events will now be featuring Amy Michelson Wedding Gowns in our South Norwalk Bridal Salon.

To meet the needs of today’s fashion conscious bride, Amy Michelson creates a signature look of soft sensuality infused with a modern confidence. Amy’s luxurious silk gowns are cut to look sexy, liquid and feminine. Sophisticated and elegant. Amy’s wedding gowns evoke the enchantment of Hollywood’s golden era yet are fresh and of the moment.

To kick off this great partnership we are hosting a preview of Amy's entire collection for one day only on Saturday August 23rd. Schedule an appointment to see all of these fabulous dresses and to understand why Amy was voted a Modern Bride Top 25 Trendsetter! All gowns purchased during this special event will receive a 10% discount on August 23rd only!

To schedule an appointment please ring a stylist at: 203.354.9791. Because this event only lasts for one day, appointments will book quickly- call early to reserve your spot!

Crane + Co. featured in Inside Weddings

This was one of our favorite Invitation Suites that we designed with such a lovely Bride and Groom this past year. Gorgeous !

What does Crane + Co, predict as Style Trends for next year......

Monograms

Monograms will still be very strong. This type of monogram which features the bride and grooms first initials is perfect for all of those thank-you's you send out before you are actually married and can use your new "married monogram". Great to have on hand before your first engagement party or shower.

Save-The-Date's

Save -The-Dates... Crane's says if you want to increase the likelihood that your guests will attend your wedding STD's are now a MUST!

A Retro Holiday

It is never to early to buy Holiday Cards and Cranes is featuring many retro style cards like the one pictured above and sees this as a huge trend for winter.

Stunning Sophistication from Badgley Mischka

I love the look of a monochromatic bridal party.... these ivory cocktail dresses from Badgley Mischka are a perfect choice for someone who wants ivory for her bridal party with a hint of color added.

These dresses would look great with one of these little clutches -



and complete the look with these great earrings... all available at our studio [ of course ! ] earrings available in many stone colors

M+J Trimming Sale on Dots!

I wonder if there is a name for someone who is addicted to ribbon? I love ribbon and use it in so many different ways:

• Ceremony Programs
• Flower Girl Hair Ribbons
• Belts/Sashes
• Invitations
• Finishing Beautifully Wrapped Gifts
• Identifying my luggage when traveling
• Wrapping Flip-Flops at events
• Wrapping Floral Containers
  
• Trim on Bouquets and Boutonnieres
• Bands for Napkin Treatments
  
• Fastening Escort Cards in Rows on Tables
• Runners on Tables
• Re-styling or Finishing a Lampshade
  
• On Cakes
  

........+ so much more!

One of my favorite places to shop in the city for ribbon, and trim is M+J Trimming. I can spend hours in the store!


Until July 22nd they are offering 15% off on all of their polka dot ribbon- a great time to stock up!

SAMPLE SALE 30-75% off

Monday July 14th- Saturday July 19th

Appointments Only
while samples last

• Sample Bridesmaid Dresses 50% off [ great for rehearsal dinners, parties, honeymoon and so much more..
• In Stock Bridal Shoes buy one, get one for $1 [ bring a friend, share the savings ]
• Lori London and Erin Cole Veils 50% off
• Lauren Scherr Clutches 50% off
• Sample Flower girl dresses 60% off
• Hair Accessories 30-50% off
• Cranes and Kate Spade Boxed items 30-50% off

To schedule an appointment, please email : events@traciromano.com with a date and time that work for you ........ the stylists are out of the studio for a little r+r until July 11th but they will confirm your appointment on the 11th !! All appointments are first come first served!!

Navy + Lemon

Navy is one of my favorite colors... one of the reason's is because there are so many beautiful colors to pair with it.... Navy + Lemon is one of my favorites, so much fun!

Freshly squeezed lemonade greet guests with a Salud stir stick printed in Navy

Ribbon from Strano Designs

Gail Watson Cake

Wishes for Bride and Groom

Great Decor - via Brides.com

Bouquet via Brides.com

Adorable Navy Earrings from KEP Desings
Perfect for your Bridesmaids

Invitation from Wedding Paper Diva's

Escort Card Display

Justin Marantz just sent me this amazing photograph he took of an escort card display from a recent wedding. Stunning floral design by KD+J Botanica. The escort card holders were created in acrylic and looked chic against an all white runner table with flowing white fabric in the background.






We used the same acrylic for the passed food displays. Jordan Caterers is to thank for this amazing looking food. The burgers, fries and petite milk shakes were a favorite!

Acrylic can be a great design medium. Thanks for the photographs Justin!!

Tented Weddings - Part One

The idea of designing a structure from the ground up is an amazing challenge and opportunity. So often in magazines we get to see the finished product but not the "behind the scenes" into what it really takes to get to the magazine ready stage.

For the last wedding we produced I took a lot of photo's of the installation process.
This particular field was not level so the installation of the tent began two weeks prior to the wedding day, required a structural engineer and in some areas was raised 5 feet off the ground. In total there was 15,000 square feet of tenting provided by Stamford Tents.

Once The Tents were up and secure.... load -in began

Main Tent w/ Dance Floor Down, Tables in place and Lighting Design in process..
[ Three Days Before Wedding ]

Main Tent with Lamp Shades now Installed
[Two Days Before Wedding]

Cocktail Tent -Some Design Elements beginning to take shape.
[Two Days before Wedding]

Cocktail Tent
[One Day Before Wedding]


Front of Tent - Side Walls Up, Tractors in Place, Flags Blowing
[Day Before Wedding]
more to come.....

Waterfalls in New York City

From late June to mid October 2008, a major new work of temporary public art will be on display in New York City. The project consists of four man-made waterfalls installed at sites along the shores of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Governors Island. The 90 to 120-foot tall installations will operate seven days a week, and will be lit after sunset, adding a striking element to New York City's iconic skyline.

What is the Waterfalls Tour of New York City?
New York Water Taxi will be running a special edition of our 1 Hour Harbor Tour designed for optimal viewing of these magnificent works of art. Departing hourly from South Street Seaport's Pier 17, sights on the tour will include:
- All four of The New York City Waterfalls
- The Statue of Liberty
- The Brooklyn Bridge
- Governor's Island
- the Manhattan Skyline

More Information
New York Water Taxi