With dozens of weddings each year, Lighthouse Sound has seen events of all sizes, themes, genres, and budgets. Some would imagine that each wedding taking place at the same venue may be the same – but they would be wrong. There are so many ways to tie your personality and likes into your wedding day. It is possible to make your wedding look special and uniquely yours! Your guests will love seeing your personality carried throughout your wedding venue and those working at the venue will appreciate your visions and design traits. Many couples who get married at Lighthouse Sound choose to hold their...

In a pattern consisting of low, wildflower inspired florals I am hoping to see a trend of inventive ways to bring high end florals back to event design… and I’m not just saying that because I am a professional in the floral and event industry, I’m saying it because lush, cascading, tall arrangements are stunning! For 2016, I’m predicting a movement towards glitzy sequins, warm metallics, and organic elements in event design. Rose gold and copper are said to be the ‘it’ metal as well as a lead color when it comes to designing weddings and events all year round....

There is something to be said about the popularity of rustic, laid-back weddings with a country feel. The rustic, not too fancy feel of a wedding with burlap accents, wooden accessories, and beautiful fancy feel can make any guests feel welcome. How can you make your wedding venue feel a bit rustic? Often times the thought of decorating a golf and country club, convention center meeting room, or hotel ballroom to your liking for your wedding can seem daunting. Keep it simple! Stick to a color scheme that coordinates with the room. Stick to a complimentary theme. Adhere to a...

Baby’s breath is a symbol of everlasting love, pureness, and innocence. Who wouldn’t want those characteristics incorporated into their wedding day? Over the past few years, baby’s breath has made a significant comeback. Once thought of as nothing more than a simple filler flower, baby’s breath can now be considered a dramatic flower when used in centerpieces, bouquets and other floral pieces. Baby’s breath is long-lasting and inexpensive. This makes it a perfect flower for couples trying to stick to a strict budget while wedding planning. This past weekend, I created a nautical-inspired tablescape using inexpensive baby’s breath, a few...

One of the biggest goals while planning your wedding should be trying to incorporate you and your fiancés’ personalities into your wedding day. You want all of your wedding guests to walk into your reception space and say “Oh my gosh… this is so them!”. There are plenty of ways to incorporate your personality into your centerpieces and tables capes. Metallics, sequins, and rich colors are in trend for 2016 and so many brides want to incorporate these trends into their wedding decor. How can you mix these trends with your personality? For a couple that wants a romantic, chic,...