Wish Upon a Wedding - Chicago Launch

"America's ORIGINAL wedding wish granting organization, grants weddings & civil union ceremonies at destinations across the US to couples facing life-threatening medical conditions, celebrating the courage & spirit of these couples." - Wish Upon A Wedding

This is a great organization and it's now spread to Chicago, thanks to Chapter President @AliPhillips.  They have locations across the United States, including California, New York, St. Louis and many more.  If you want to help out a couple with their wedding wish, check out their website to fill out an application and participate.  Chicago Chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding

We are excited to be a part of this wonderful organization.  Do you have an organization you would like to share?

Wedding Dress Guide for 2010

Flowing, romantic dresses in floor-length styles will remain the most popular. Brides today choose dresses with softer fabrics, ruffles, satin sashes and floral detailing. Most dress silhouettes usually inlcude delicate overlaying of fabrics such as lace, tulle and chiffon. Dresses with crystal and/or pearl beading are very trendy right now. We are also seeing a lot of oversized bows on the shoulder, waist or back of the dress, giving gowns a more couture-like appearance. Colored gowns are also starting to pop up, with champagne and black being the most prominently used colors (following white). The A-line skirt still dominates the runway, however many designers have included ball gowns and tea-length styles in their lines this season. One of the newest developments is the one-shoulder dress style, which seems to be taking over the halter; the strapless dress remaining the most popular of them all.

What do you think will be the next big trend in wedding dresses this year? Share with us!

Ben & Jerry's Support Gay Marriage

 

Ben & Jerry's celebrated the right of gay couples to marry in Washington, D.C., with a wedding and reception for local couple Keith Spangler and Andreas Vellios at the Georgetown Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop.

Ben & Jerry's cofounder Jerry Greenfield, councilmember and sponsor of the Religious Freedom and Civil Marriage Equality Amendment Act of 2009 David Catania, Freedom to Marry director of new media Michael Crawford, and friends and family celebrated the couple's vows with a wedding ice cream cake and ceremonial traditions.

Following the symbolic renaming of Ben & Jerry's ice cream flavor "Chubby Hubby" to "Hubby Hubby" in September 2009 to celebrate the legalization of gay and lesbian marriages in its home state of Vermont, the company continues to demonstrate its commitment to social justice, including gay rights and its partnership with the nonprofit Freedom to Marry, the leading campaign to win marriage nationwide.

"Equal rights and treatment for all people was a founding principle of Ben & Jerry's when we started the company over 30 years ago," Greenfield says.

Why rent a photo booth?

There are several reasons why you should have a photo booth at your next event, but we are going to focus on 3 of the biggest ones:

1) Break the ice with your guests and give them something to talk about! Family and friends that have not seen each other in years will be eager to take photos together, who knows when their next meeting will take place?

2) You are capturing permanent memories that are spontaneous, not posed and choreographed. People can act completely goofy and even add props! You can have all these moments to look back on in your scrapbook and online album.

3) Your guests will have the ultimate party favor to take home from your event. How many favors do you get to post on your fridge or put in your own album? It doesn't get much better...

Don't have us booked yet for your next event? Don't fret! We are here for you...give us a call at 888-844-8389 or email us at info@mementophotobooth.com today.

Looking for a DJ? We love KPM Productions!!

KPM Productions in one of the Chicago land's premier DJ companies that specializes in weddings. With over 10 years of experience their DJs will make sure your big day is the one you have always dreamed of. KPM offers stress free no obligation consultations at your own convenience. Choose from a variety of packages to accommodate your wedding's unique needs. KPM has been a pleasure to work with. We are proud to refer KPM to everyone.

Check them out at:
http://www.kpmproductions.com

Themed Parties... what's your idea

What is your favorite idea for a themed party. Birthdays, holidays, a friendly get together, whatever the event a theme can always add a little spice.

St. Patty's Day is coming up. Think Green, leprechauns, gold coins, rainbows and green beer! What are some costume ideas, food ideas, desert, decor and entertainment. How can we incorporate a photo booth? Have a bunch of green leprechaun hats, green clover mardi gras necklaces to dress up in and take some fun photos. What about temporary tattoo's? There are so many fun things to bring a little more flash to a party.

Share your ideas with us and we will feature you on our Friday blog this week! The more details the better, pictures too. Check us out on facebook and share there at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Chicago-IL/Memento-Photo-Booth/246094854043?ref=mf

10 Quick Steps to Event Planning

Now if you want to go more in depth, a top event planning book to check out would be:
The Complete Guide to Successful Event Planning By: Shannon Kilkenny

Quick things to consider when planning any type of event.

1. Identify the type of event/activity
2. Determine goals
3. Set a date/time
4. Consider locations/facilities
5. Consider establishing partnerships with people or organizations to help with execution of event
6. Create an event budget
7. Create a schedule/agenda
8. Determine Key Decisions

• Presentations
• Speakers
• Equipment
• Materials
• PR/Invitations
• Internal Communications

9. Take into consideration special additions that might be needed

• Food
• Music
• Flowers
• Decorations
• Photography
• Memento Photo Booth ;)
  
• Clean up
  

10. Enjoy the event!

Any other suggestions for good event planning books?