Beyond the Wedding
I could almost hear the wedding bells chiming at Bloomingdales when I appeared to sign books for the brides-to-be. The only thing missing was the grooms. It was a Very Special Registry event hosted by myself and Jorge Perez, the designer extraordinaire whose limited edition gowns are inspired by the rich heritage and romance of old Havana. I felt like Cinderella in the dress he made me. Joining us were David Beahm who designed the most gorgeous tablescapes and Ben Ron-Israel who presented exquisite cakes adorned with amazingly realistic sugar flowers. The setting was so gorgeous and the mood so enthusiastic and hopeful, that it made me want to get married (again)!
In the audience were glowing brides-to-be who came to hear me speak and in their hands was the Bloomingdales registry book that contains everything they could possibly need to be great hostesses. Bride and Knot were there as well to cover the event for their respective publications. I love the etiquette tips they provide preparing brides for one of the biggest days of their life. But manners and etiquette goes well beyond the wedding. It is about being a good hostess, a helpful guest and instilling manners in children because brides and their families are our future!
Being that it is October, I shared with the girls my way of remembering the essentials for hosting a great event. The O in October stands for Organized By being ready for your guests before they arrive, having the table set, food ready to serve in the refrigerator or oven, you can greet your guests with a glass of champagne in your hand and a cool and calm demeanor. The C is for Creative. With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner, the options are limitless for creative themes, color schemes, and seasonal menus. The T is for Time. A great hostess takes the time to make sure her guests are comfortable, are introduced to other guests and that they feel welcome in her home. Good guests can act as sub-hostesses by including others in conversation, helping serve or clean up.
Tip: You don’t have to host a formal dinner to entertain your friends. I love picnicking in the park, wine and cheese tastings with my girlfriends and costume parties. What is important that you are an attentive and welcoming hostess. Have a Happy Halloween!
In the audience were glowing brides-to-be who came to hear me speak and in their hands was the Bloomingdales registry book that contains everything they could possibly need to be great hostesses. Bride and Knot were there as well to cover the event for their respective publications. I love the etiquette tips they provide preparing brides for one of the biggest days of their life. But manners and etiquette goes well beyond the wedding. It is about being a good hostess, a helpful guest and instilling manners in children because brides and their families are our future!
Being that it is October, I shared with the girls my way of remembering the essentials for hosting a great event. The O in October stands for Organized By being ready for your guests before they arrive, having the table set, food ready to serve in the refrigerator or oven, you can greet your guests with a glass of champagne in your hand and a cool and calm demeanor. The C is for Creative. With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner, the options are limitless for creative themes, color schemes, and seasonal menus. The T is for Time. A great hostess takes the time to make sure her guests are comfortable, are introduced to other guests and that they feel welcome in her home. Good guests can act as sub-hostesses by including others in conversation, helping serve or clean up.
Tip: You don’t have to host a formal dinner to entertain your friends. I love picnicking in the park, wine and cheese tastings with my girlfriends and costume parties. What is important that you are an attentive and welcoming hostess. Have a Happy Halloween!
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