Glamorous Philadelphia

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On Saturday, January 28th, over one thousand men and women gathered to celebrate the Academy of Music 155th Anniversary Concert Ball. What an amazing night full of beautiful music and glamorous people. This year, the ball took on a different format. Guests arrived at the Hyatt at the Bellevue first to dine and then proceeded...+

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Avi’s Bris

New beginnings are something I live for. I love new projects, new event spaces, new designs, and newborns. Three weeks ago I received a call from a dear client of mine. She told me that in just eight days she would love for me to design the celebration of her grandson’s Bris. Immediately, I knew...+

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KENNETH POOL TRUNK SHOW THIS WEEKEND!

My friend Rosaline from KENNETH POOL in New York just called and told me there will be a KENNETH POOL trunk show at Bridal Garden this weekend (Saturday & Sunday April 2-3 2011). KENNETH POOL designs are absolutely amazing and every bride should get to experience working with such a wonderful team! The fabrics are...+

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Behind the Scenes: After the tables are set

Many have asked what it is really like to be an event designer like myself. What happens when the last napkin has been fluffed, the client has praised me for my beautiful work, and the band has begun to play? Let me tell you, it is a pretty wild night! And by wild I mean...+

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Behind the Scenes: A Changeover

One of my many jobs I have as an event designer is to make sure that my client only sees the beauty of their event. The most challenging and rewarding aspect of an event is the changeover. A changeover is when a ceremony takes place in the same room as the reception. The room is...+

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Academy Ball

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* Picture posted on www.phillychitchat.com by HughE Dillon. Check out Philly Chit Chat for awesome up-to-date information in Philadelphia! The Academy Ball is known as the “night of nights” in my family. It is such a wonderful Philadelphia tradition and is truly a magical evening. Philadelphia’s finest are glamorized in white-tie and tails and long...+

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A Breathtaking New Year

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Have you ever had someone or something take your breath away? Isn’t that the ultimate test when a bride finds her groom? Does he take her breath away? Let’s be serious, I dare you to tell me the name of a person that doesn’t want their breath taken away by someone or something. A couple...+

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An Enchanted Evening for Melissa

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Over the past months my team and I have had the chance to work at a multitude of premiere locations all over the Philadelphia area. From hotels to country clubs and private homes, we have been non-stop! I had a quick minute and wanted to fill you in on the happenings here before the weekend...+

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MANNA Nourish Awards 2010

This past Wednesday, May 12th, the MANNA Nourish Awards 2010 were at the 23rd Street Armory. This was a special night, which honored the MANNA organization and volunteers for its achievements in Philadelphia. The night was filled with dinner, dancing and an auction for the MANNA guests. I was so excited to be a part...+

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