Posted by Amy Kimball on Friday, May 18, 2012,
Summer is right around the corner, which means more weekends
spent at the beach, more activities outdoors and more entertaining. Our belief at
Amy Kimball Events is that you can transform any standard household item into
something spectacular just given a bit of inspiration and effort. If you plan
on entertaining in the city or the country, there are simple ways to make an
evening stand out. A fruit that’s considered essential to summer is watermelon
and chances are you’l... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Sunday, May 13, 2012,
As planners, one of our specialities is paying close attention to detail. This tool is essential for success in this business, but often times we don't realize how important it is in our everyday lives. One of our biggest passions here at Amy Kimball Events is to transform an ordinary space into something spectacular, including homes! Use holidays to experiment dressing up your home and then implement what you liked moving forward. Lucky for us there's one right around the corner: Mother's Da... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Monday, April 30, 2012,
The handwritten note or card has become somewhat of a lost art. Nowadays, we can always call, text, email, Skype, iMessage, BBM or Face Time, but it's rare to receive a handwritten card. Here, at Amy Kimball Events, we want to start "The Written Card Revival." And what better way to bring these back than Mother's Day, which is just around the corner. Whether you're contemplating to buy or make something for your mother or important women in your life, a handwritten note will always put a smil... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Monday, April 23, 2012,
Being inspired is a beautiful thing and also a fun part of this business! As designers, we need to be surrounded by that inspiration on a daily basis to get ideas for new projects, new jobs and new clients. While everyone draws inspiration from and for an abundance of reasons, here are just a few tips to keep you on your toes:
1. Work hard, but know when it's time for a break. We all love going 90 miles per hour, but sometimes this hinders us from really seeing what's in front of us. It's easy... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Thursday, April 19, 2012,
Investing in classic pieces for your home is always a smart financial investment. Like your wardrobe, your home can be a mix of highs and lows - designers, that is. You can take an expensive piece of furniture and pair it with an inexpensive and trendy area rug. The same thing goes for your wardrobe and for your wedding day. Fashions are cyclical; although something may be a trend now, it will be out of fashion as soon something new comes around the next year. Here are a few fun trends we're ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Thursday, April 12, 2012,
Earlier we talked about how invitations or save the date cards are often the first thing your guest visually receives for your event. The escort card table is one of the first things guests see when they enter a wedding reception and therefore must make a statement about the couple's personality and the event itself. Here are just a few different ways to approach putting together the perfect table. Backyard Bash - using a clothespin and writing your guests names in penmanship is a rustic way ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Friday, April 6, 2012,
Another holiday weekend is upon us - a time to be with family members, give thanks and entertain guests. It's also a time for all of us to recharge without our beloved Blackberry, iPad or laptop! There's no better time to recharge than with friends and family around the holidays. Tradition plays such a big role during the holidays and this allows us to reflect back and see how far we've come throughout the years. This weekend, we challenge you to completely recharge and celebrate your life wi... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Friday, March 30, 2012,
You only get one chance to make a first impression. An expression many of us have heard before. Save the dates or invitations are the first concrete thing your guests will receive for your event and therefore it should visually do the following:
1. Spark intrigue
2. Be short, sweet and to the detailed point.
3. Immediately prompt you to put the date in your iCal.
4. Overwhelm you with excitement. (this is a little out of our control)
Stationery, like the decor of your event, should be appropriate ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Wednesday, March 14, 2012,
Boston continues to pretend like it's Los Angeles with sunshine and 70 degree temperatures and we couldn't be happier. The power the sun has to affect our moods is quite spectacular, but that's not the only thing keeping us smiling this week. In addition to the weather, here are three things that are currently inspiring us.It should come as no surprise that as wedding planners we are constantly inspired by the women we work with. This incredibly fabulous jacket by Reiss was worn by our very o... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Monday, March 12, 2012,
We’re not sure what the weather is like in your neck of the woods, but the weather in Boston has been quite delightful lately. We’ve traded thunderous winds for warm air and spiraling snow for shimmering sun. It’s nearly halfway through March and already we’re seeing signs of Spring. The next few months will bring outfits sans coats, outside gatherings, unconventional bubbly drinks and of course delicious seasonal foods.
As designers we’re always trying to figure out how to present f... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Monday, March 5, 2012,
We’ve all seen the episode; Carrie’s Manolo Blahnik’s mysteriously go missing at a friend’s party after she is forced to take off her shoes upon entry. Carrie's friend, Kyra, “shoe-shames” her by stating that the shoes are much too extravagant and only offers to reimburse her for a little less than half of the cost. Carrie figures out that she's spent close to $2300 to celebrate Kyra's marriage and children, but yet she hasn't received a gift to celebrate her since graduation. So ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Thursday, March 1, 2012,
Gywneth Paltrow and Tom Ford. Now, that folks is a GREAT marriage. Just the two of them in the same sentence is enough to make your jaw drop. This dress is not helping our post-Oscar haze this week, but we’re not complaining. Classic white isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of the seemingly trendsetting pieces we're used to seeing on the red carpet. The color white, while classic, may appear safe. Don’t get us wrong, we love immersing ours... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Wednesday, February 22, 2012,
We're having a fantastic week in the office and we hope you are too. Here are three things we're loving right now: photo credit: Cupcakes and Cashmere
If you're not familiar with Emily Schuman, owner of the blog Cupcakes and Cashmere, then allow us to introduce you. Emily is a full-time blogger and fashionista, but is also in the process of writing her first book that will include some similar content featured on her blog - fashion, cooking, entertaining, etc. She's also getting mar...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Monday, February 20, 2012,
Who can take a sunrise, sprinkle it with dew, cover it in chocolate and a miracle or two?
The candy station can.
It's safe to say that event planners emulate certain children's movie characters - we carry around our own Mary Poppins bags - wide, infinite in depth and often the reason why many of us need to seek chiropractic assistance. There's the Lasso of Truth (also known as a production schedule), Blasters (steamers) and Pixie Dust (ok, maybe that is an exaggeration) are all in our arsenal....
Posted by Amy Kimball on Tuesday, February 14, 2012,
Hallmark. Chocolate & Flowers. Red & Pink. These are a few choice words many of us associate with February 14th. Valentine's Day is supposedly a 24-hour period in which we express how much we love one another to significant others, friends, family members, pets and whatever else holds a prominent place in your heart. Here's the thing, though...expressing your love shouldn't be restricted to this day only. We, at Amy Kimball Events, challenge you to approach each day as though it were Valentin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Saturday, January 21, 2012,
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” - St. Augustine
The importance of travel is something that simply cannot be told, but shown. From the vast green landscape in the Irish countryside to the seemingly infinite Manhattan skyscrapers - we draw inspiration from everywhere. As important as local business is, what can give you an edge as a producer is to integrate other cultures into that local business. If you're not able to travel for business then travel fo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Saturday, January 21, 2012,
Putting on your favorite pair of heels can give you that extra pep in your step at work. Candles can have that same effect at home. As all event planners know, the way to achieve great success is in the details of your event - planning, design and otherwise. Going that extra step to ensure a prompt timeline, adding that extra votive for visual aesthetics and just accommodating guests in any way possible are all ways to ensure your event is a success. Paying attention to detail is everything i... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Wednesday, January 11, 2012,
Here's the thing about ideas: they never travel solo. Often times after getting to know a client and figuring out what their fairytale wedding looks like, we have multiple ideas for the given event. These ideas translate to "stories" during the design presentation phase of planning. It is here that we give clients many different options for anything design related such as color schemes, floral arrangements, lighting and linens among other things.
All of these elements should have a personal t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Monday, January 2, 2012,
Glamour. Let's face it - we all need it more in our everyday lives.
We know what you're thinking, I don't have the time, patience or money to add yet another task to my day, but here's the thing - adding glamour to your day shouldn't take too much time, preparation or money. In fact, the concept of glamour itself is merely in the details. If you're having a dinner party, for example, give your dining room table a face lift with a variety of candles and vessels, add a pop of color of your choi... Continue reading ...
Posted by Amy Kimball on Monday, January 2, 2012,
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About Me
Amy Kimball Events is a boutique event planning company that approaches each project with creativity, customization and the highest level of client service. Because every event is special and unique—Amy Kimball Events works individually with each client to ensure that your event dreams and goals are realized.
At Amy Kimball Events, Amy brings her personal enthusiasm, style, professionalism and absolute passion to every event. Having a diverse background—living in Cork, Ireland, Los Angeles and New York City--gives Amy a distinguished edge—understanding and appreciating different environments, distinctive points-of-view and sophisticated senses of style.
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