Blogger: Sabrina Mesa

Marriage is a big deal to many people, and the day is different for every couple. Whether you are for or against gay marriage, we cannot deny that same sex marriage is big business. By the end of this year, Minnesota will join Connecticut, Iowa, Vermont, New Hampshire, New York, Maryland, Washington, Rhode Island and Delaware in legalizing same sex marriages. What does that mean for florists in those states or florists who do destination events? It means that the wedding game has changed and assumptions need to be thrown out the window.

Blogger: Sabrina Mesa

In January, we attended The Special Event in Chicago, IL. We attended sessions and spoke to people who visited our green and white booth.

Because you cannot always make every show so, we try to bring the show to you throughout the year. Here is a recap of a session I attended.

Hollywood or Bust

There's no business like show business and if there is anything to know, Hillary Harris knows. How does she know? She is the Executive director for Warner Brothers’ Special Events division. As head of her division, she and her team have won numerous industry awards.

I attended a session presented by Hillary during The Special Event called “Latest Trends in Hollywood.” She presented trends to be on the lookout for this year in events and weddings.

If you have ever been involved with a wedding – either business or personally – then you know about The Knot.  I had the pleasure of attending a few of the city mixer events, which were fun and a great opportunity to do some networking.  Also, I’ve been following The Knot blog for a bit, as they post some great articles to help businesses, like yours, in the wedding industry.  So when I saw The Knot’s booth at The Special Event in Chicago, we stopped by with our video camera.

At The Special Event 2013, we stopped by the Over the Top Linens booth.  Jennifer reviews some of their geometric print, which are hot and trendy this year, linens including: chevron, houndstooth, extra large chevron, and chains.  This was the exact reason why I was drawn to their booth – I’m crazy for chevron and the chain link patterns!

If you are in the event biz, then you should know about the Champagne Creative Group.  If you have ever seen the beautiful women walking around with giant dresses holding champagne flutes or “living” red carpets, then you know of the Champagne Creative Group!  At this year’s The Special Event, Rolando showcased his new LED costumes.  Check out the video here and be sure to check out his Facebook page that shows great pics of these costumes in a dark party atmosphere:

When I’m walking a show asking people to present their products in front of our video camera, occasionally I get roped into being in the video.  This is one such time.  Check out as I catch up with Jacque Sir-Louis, of Oasis Floral Products, to discuss 2 brand new products - the 36 inch long Oasis Floral Foam RAQUETTES® , and larger bouquet holders – at The Special Event 2013!  Bigger is better!

Don’t forget that our Detroit, Cleveland, Charlotte, Chandler, and Riverside branches carry floral supplies!

The Mayesh team attended The Special Event 2013 in Chicago, IL.  Not only do we send our sales professionals, but I attend with my team.  We walked the show floor in search of great products & services to share with you and The Totty Belt fits the bill.  This great belt can be used as your floral or event tool belt which can even fit an iPad or other tablet device.  Check out Brit Bertino as she gives you a tour of The Totty Belt!

Do you have one already?  Are you going to get one now?  Let us know!