Alison Events Backyard Birthday Bash

Here are some photos by yours truly of a birthday party we helped to coordinate for our client's 40th. The party was held in the couple's backyard in Sonoma with breathtaking views overlooking the nearby vineyards. The decor was pretty simple, but perfectly fit to the surroundings. The wood tables and chairs were accented with cool blue linens and potted herbs down the tables. We mixed terra-cotta potted sages, rosemary, thyme, alyssum, etc. with lots of candles to make the atmosphere cozy and natural. Jessica Lasky did a tremendous job catering the dinner, which was accompanied by Daniel Maya on spanish guitar. Anyway, it was a gorgeous afternoon and we hope you enjoy the photos!

New Rehearsal Dinner: Lake Michigan (part 2 of 3)

As promised, here are some more photos of the rehearsal dinner we designed and produced in New Buffalo, Michigan over the summer. Doesn't the sunlight look so dreamy? And the flowers are so simple and yet, so bright and cheerful. Summer on Lake Michigan is our happy place.




What we love so much about this event is that it looks so effortless and down to earth, yet so elegant. The beauty is in the details and the simplicity of it all. Embracing that simplicity makes is feel so romantic and cozy...

More to come on Friday, but in the meantime, Happy Thanksgiving to all!







Photos by Thayer Allyson Gowdy
Event Design by our own Kelsey Sheofsky and Danielle Rowe of AE Planning and Design
Tent by Party Time Productions