Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Secrets to fabulous Parties & Decor

Take it from us at The City Club who has seen so many wonderful events and celebrations!
We are always excited to see creative event design but also admire tasteful simplicity.

There are a few secrets to keep in mind when planning your next celebration at The City Club:

Lighting:
The City Club offers an in-house up-lighting package which truly enhances the ambiance of the Club. The lighting reflects off the white walls on the 10th Floor Café and plays off the gold leaf ceilings. When lighting is placed on the 11th floor Main Dining Room it creates a warm amber glow which encompasses the warmth of the wood walls.

The City Club works closely with Elle Music & Events who can help create even more lighting designs from table pin spotting, room washes, dance floor washes, gobo designs and spot lighting.


Linens:
The simplest way to create drama and flair in the rooms is to upgrade your linens. With the right touch of color you can keep the rest of your design elements simple.

The City Club works closely with Classic Party Rentals, La Tavola and Napa Valley Linens.


Floral Design:
Fresh, colorful and tastefully done. The City Club is happy to provide three large entry arrangements that can be tailored to your event. When thinking about floral design, take advantage of the colors, art work and existing Art deco elements within the Club. Create floral masterpieces that can be as simple as a floating gardenia in a tasteful 30’s inspired bowl to taller natural looking centerpieces that can bring outside elements inside. Floral design is the obvious choice, but you can be creative, budget conscious, and still achieve that extra flair.

The City Club is happy to work with our Club florist on your floral needs and also works closely with Stacey Miller Designs, Branch Out, Floramor Studios and Floreal.


Music:
The City Club is wired with Satellite Radio and has connections for IPod sound. Just a little touch of sound is all you need but when you choose a live element it makes all the difference.Whether it is steel drums, a solo guitarist, duo or trio, full live band or DJ, music really keeps the entertainment minimal and the enjoyment among guests high.

The City Club works with Peter Rudolfi of Artists in Music, Denon & Doyle, Marianne Kent & Bay Society, Bay Music & Entertainment and Elle Music & Events.


Furniture:
The City Club has a variety of original 1930’s furnishings that can be arranged within our event spaces to create a lounge like feeling. Use these pieces to warm up our spaces and create an inviting feeling which guests will love. Whether you want the Club to feel classic and original or bring in a modern feeling all of this can be achieved.

The City Club works closely with Classic Party Rentals and Blueprint Studios to create the perfect ambiance.



We hope our advice will help make your next event even more wonderful!

Michelle Kimmins- Director of Sales & Catering