To kick off a fantastic Summer - we were featured in the latest edition of CVLux magazine! Over the years of celebrating and gifting in RSVP Style, we picked up a thing or two about throwing a fabulous shindig - so much so, that event planning is actually one of our services alongside our sister store, Stems at the Palatine! Having crafted countless parties throughout the Central Valley, we've sprinkled a few of our tips into "An Introduction to Formal Entertaining".
After watching “Keeping Up with The Kardashians” and scrolling through Pinterest at 2am, everyone can become inspired to plan the next “it” event. Though many think the keys to a fabulous celebration are only into gold gilded castles {while that does sound fabulous!}, with a little imagination and a lot of love, you’ll find that the perfect occasion is a carefully curated experience. Whether you're dining under the stars, or in your formal dining room, the recipe for a wonderful evening are made of the same ingredients!
Imagine the feeling of walking into a luxury hotel - the doors open and you are immediately greeted by a welcoming face. You enter into a grand lobby that is filled in a blended scent of vanilla with some other familiar notes, and a tune with a tempo to suit the energy of it’s space. The countertops are kissed with fresh blooms and without knowing it, you’re experiencing a sensory overload that fills you with joy before your stay has even begun! Like so many delightful things, you cannot analyze it - you can only feel it.
These subtleties that hospitality experts have mastered leave us with massive inspiration for entertaining in our own homes!
As we embark on the Summer months, ideal for entertaining, ladies and gentlemen of luxury are wondering:
How do I plan the perfect dinner party?
Invitations: To send or not to send?
Duh, yes - send! Your party begins the moment your guests open their invitation! So much is said with the invitation - it should set the tone of your party that’s to come. Is there a theme? Is it formal or festive? Is it an open house with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, or a sit-down dinner? These questions will be answered with a proper invitation, and the insinuations given will guide your guests on what to wear and what to expect of the evening. Consult with your local stationer for guidance on customizing invitations and etiquette.