Essential Advice when Planning a Wedding in a Major City
There is nothing like the feel of a big city; it’s the rush of all the city elements and the eclectic vibe that transcends through you. Our couples love the experience that Washington, DC offers from the national monuments and museums to the nightlife, vast history, and unparalleled dining cuisines offered within 68-square miles. It is the city that gives
6 Ways to Wow Your Guests in 2023
One of the things I love most about the events industry is that it constantly evolves with emerging ideas and innovations. I’m continuously inspired by the newest and hottest experiential ideas to incorporate into my client’s events! It’s all in the details to create a buzzworthy evening of celebration. Remember, when it comes to setting trends, carving your own path
Helpful Tips to Avoid Wedding Mayhem
It is one of the most pinnacle moments in your life, your wedding day! For most engaged couples, it is their first time getting married and even if it is not, you want to have a smooth experience in not only your wedding day but all of the planning details leading up to the big day. With so many questions
8 Tips to Celebrating Outdoors
From cocktail hour rooftop soirees and all white poolside parties, to rustic vineyard weddings and picnic style backyard barbecues, I’m sharing “Tara’s Tips” to plan the perfect outdoor event (with extra bonus tips that you may not have thought of 😃) to help you host an outdoor celebration full of style and substance – without a hitch. There’s a nostalgic
Share the Joy, Birthday and Journey to Motherhood (Adoption) Celebration
It is not every day I get the opportunity to plan a jubilant occasion for a client who is celebrating two milestones in their life; a birthday and the adoption of twins! My client was turning 41 and didn’t get the opportunity to celebrate her 40th because of COVID, however, during the year she received the news she had been
It is a Baby Affair, Love You to the Moon and Back
The birth of a baby signifies new beginnings, a reflection of hope, miracles of life, and a time to celebrate. I was overjoyed when previous wedding clients, Charlyne and Richard, informed me they were expecting their first baby but also wanting me to plan their baby shower. As with all our wedding couples they become family, so it
Fab-boo-lous Ideas to help You Host an Intimate Social Celebration for Halloween
From Masquerade Balls and Ghouls Night In to Boos and Booze and Hallow-wine tasting parties, Halloween has always been a time for festivity and creativity – especially when it comes to party planning. It’s the mix of my two passions: ingenuity and planning – and the perfect holiday to let my imagination run wild. Although this year’s Halloween parties may
Re-Align Your In-Person Event Into an Engaging Virtual Experience
In March 2020, as I adjusted to the immense toll COVID-19 was having on the event planning industry, I was faced with the decision of whether I should postpone or cancel my annual, flagship event, The Signature CEO Conference. During this uncertain time of closures, cancellations and social distancing, it became evident that my creative community still longed for ways
Getting Back to Human Connection…Meetings and Conferences
As the world and events community gradually open from being in solitude resulting from COVID-19 pandemic, we are striving to achieve normalcy and balancing safety for our industry. We did not allow the pandemic to stop us completely, as we pivoted to a digital experience through video to connect with our clients and industry peers. But there is nothing like
Why We Celebrate Our Clients
Last month I hosted a client appreciation dinner for 50 + clients whom I have had the opportunity to create memorable celebrations. Clients ranged from corporate to weddings to social clients. It was a time to thank and recognize them for entrusting Perfect Planning Events to produce such occasions of value to them. I used to host annual client appreciation
