Caplan Miller Events Blog

All this talk about spring has me thinking of soft, delicate and airy elements to add to our designs! One sweet something I can’t stop admiring is the soft feminine look of a doily. Throw it on a tablescape, bundle it with some silverware or even use them to make a dainty chandelier! There are so many ways to incorporate these darling pieces, I want to try them all this season!

Take a look at how we used doilies as place cards for one of our weddings this past weekend!

Forgive the poor quality iPhone photo!

Cheers!
AP

Happy Passover to my Jewish friends! I love this simple idea for Passover place cards. Grab some chocolate & break up the matzah. Too easy and too darn cute!

xo,
CC

Now that my driver’s license has finally gone horizontal, and I can order myself an adult drink (as of March 7!), all I can think about it is where I should go for my next glass of effervescent bubbles!

We all have our regulars: a Blue Moon, a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, Jack and coke… But you can’t expect a guest to be wowed by a conventional cocktail. Instead, at your next event surprise your guests with a festive, individualized signature cocktail! Don’t forget you can choose a cocktail to match your event theme or color!

We all remember that last surprisingly delicious cocktail we ordered, so why not add one more aspect to your event that guests will be sure to remember!

I have gathered some of my favorite recipes to get the juices (pun intended) rolling!

Orange Rosemary Spritz
Ingredients:
1 oz Aranciata Pellegrino
1 oz Lillet
1 tablespoon Aperol
1 oz Prosecco
2 sprigs rosemary
1 tablespoon organic cane sugar
1 slice orange

Pear Vanilla Cocktail
Ingredients:
1 ounce of vanilla vodka
1 ounce of pear vodka
Club soda (to fill glass)
1/2 small Bosc pear
Sanding sugar (for garnish)
Nutmeg, fresh
Ice, shaved

Lavender Bellini
Ingredients:
For the lavender simple syrup:
1 cup water
3 tablespoons dried lavender
2 cups granulated sugar
For the bellini:
lavender simple syrup
chilled champagne
chilled fresh peach juice

Blackberry Sage Cooler
Ingredients:
4 sage leaves
6 blackberries
.5 oz simple syrup
.5 oz fresh squeezes lemon juice
1.5 oz gin

At last night’s CME wedding, Kelti and Chris chose to serve their guests a signature vodka cocktail- Lavender Lemonade, so refreshing and delicious!

Cheers!
Becca
CME Intern

Now that winter is officially saying goodbye, it’s time to put away those darker hues and start rocking one of my favorite trends that goes hand-in-hand with sunny weather, a nice tan, and that playful personality of spring – NEON. With warmer seasons on their way, these vibrant shades can heat up any outfit, room, or party!

Neon colors have the ability to transform anything drab and bland into attention grabbing perfection. One thing is for certain – neon colors are a sure way to stand out and brighten any dull moment, so go CRAZY with this color scheme and leave the rest up to the hues!

xoxo
Nicole
CME Intern

Spring is here and that means wedding season is kicking into full gear. One of my favorite parts of a wedding or event design is a really cool bar. Its a great way to set the tone for your event and keep it memorable for your guests. Here are some of my favorite bar designs and am looking forward to what the Spring/Summer has in store for all of us!

You don’t have to limit yourself to just a “booze bar” for your event. Oyster bars, dessert bars and other fun stations are equally fun. I’m on a strict diet and I can’t muster the strength to google those images for you. Simply search “food Wendell can’t eat” and I’m sure you’ll find a plethora of wonderful ideas!

- Starvin’

Wendee

Before coming to Texas, the concept of chicken and waffles never crossed my mind. After hearing about it, I was weirded out…until I tasted it. If you haven’t gotten a chance to indulge in this amazing combination, head to a Torchy’s Tacos in Austin ASAP!

Torchy’s is putting their spin on the chicken and waffle combination in their taco of the month—The Roscoe (a flour tortilla layered with a crisp waffle, a fried egg, fried chicken, and a slice of bacon—served with a side of maple syrup). Are you drooling yet?

ATTENTION: There is only one more week left in March so both you and I need to jump on this great opportunity before it’s too late.

Enjoy!
Marissa
CME Intern

PEOPLE …can I please get a dipped strawberry? Who said that dipped strawberries were only for Valentine’s Day? I feel like all I blog about lately is food food food…but that’s OK; I want some yummy strawberries! Check out all these cute, non Valentines-y, dipped berries! Dip em in yogurt, sprinkles, nerds, chocolate (duh), or decorate them to match your theme with different colors and fun unexpected toppings!

I am TOTALLY making those cute carrot strawberries for Easter! the…cutest…

xo
DL

Searching for the perfect bridesmaid gift or perhaps a little treat for yourself? Check out these custom hangers by Heirloom. Handmade right here in Austin, Texas by the ever creative and talented Ashley Garmon, they are the perfect way to hang your gown for pictures.

cheers!
Sarah

If you are as obsessed with the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as I am, you didn’t miss last nights episode featuring Adrienne’s newest product: Zing Vodka! Before the big announcement of her marital split, the Maloof’s threw a HUGE launch party for Zing. To go along with the sweet and sultry Red Velvet vodka, the event was decked out in fiery hues and some spectacular entertainment! Guests were greeted by a Pavéd interactive rose wall that served samples of Zing from behind. Such a fun idea, I want to do this for one of our events! Champagne interactive wall anyone? The Living Vines and the Human Statues were a great way to keep guests wowed!

Now, where was my invite?!

Cheers!
AP

Sadly, a hand written note of any kind seems to be a dying art. This needs to change, people!!! An email just sometimes isn’t enough!

Because we could all use a few more thank-yous, Southern Living is kicking off its first ever Write a Thank You Note Day on Wednesday, March 20th. Mark the first day of Spring with a note of gratitude to a friend, relative, or even the coffee barista who always gets your order just right.

1, 6 and 9 by Kate Spade
2 by Crane and Co.
3, 4, 5, 7, 8 by Rifle Paper Co.

Image Credit: Stylekoo