As we enter peak wedding season, more and more of our clients are asking our team members for advice surrounding their special day. One question many couples ask involves “first looks” and whether or not they should have a sneak peek before walking down the aisle. While the final decision should belong to you and your fiance, we put together a list of the pros and cons of having a first look for you. Pros
Congratulations, you said YES! Our sales and event experts at Longwood Venues want to make your planning as easy and fun as possible so we have put together a list of the top five things to consider when selecting your wedding location. We want to make sure you have the inside scoop on all things venue before you begin planning the day of your dreams. Not only does your venue, food and beverage end up constructing
The 2017 holiday party line up in Boston and Newport are among the best we’ve ever seen. We are honored to collaborate with some of the top meeting planners and corporations in the country. Since the Longwood goal is to have your guests raving about your party long into the new year the pressure is on to bring you the latest and greatest in holiday entertaining. Our team has hand-picked just a few of their
TOP 6 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING YOUR WEDDING VENUE Pop the champagne, you’re changing your last name! Our event experts at Longwood Venues will give you the inside scoop on selecting your wedding venue. Although simple, these items are often overlooked in the height of the excitement. Did you know that wedding venue, food, and beverage will construct approximately 75% of your entire budget? That being said, this is probably the next most important decision you will make, aside
Whether you are hosting your holiday party at one of our luxury event venues this season, or at your own glamorous space, keep in mind these emerging holiday party trends in Boston and Newport to set your gathering apart. NATURALLY-HUED COCKTAILS. Leave the neon drinks behind. For this year’s holiday party, ask your event planner for naturally hued concoctions like the browns and tans of a fine bourbon and Scotch or a great microbrew beer. At Longwood Venues, we offer
When it comes to planning your blowout event – whether it’s a wedding, bar mitzvah, or corporate celebration, it’s all about the details: from guest list to seating charts to finding the perfect party favors. Even for the most experienced planners, the days leading up to the big day can be a bit…overwhelming. In fact, Event Coordinator is listed in the top 5 most stressful jobs of 2014, according to the Huffington Post. So how can
As Event Designers, we are always spotting summer event trends. Whether it’s flipping through endless issues of our favorite magazines, getting lost in our favorite blogs, or just out to dinner with a few friends….inspiration can be found anywhere and everywhere. Now that summer is in full swing, we can’t help but be inspired by the bright pops of color that accompany our sunshine filled days. So in honor of the Sun, fashion and style, here
When it comes to choosing the perfect wedding dress, one thing is certain – We want it to stand out. It must be the perfect combination of fabric, colors, fit & embellishments that make you feel like a princess on your special day. As trends come and go in the fashion industry, we are now witnessing an evolution in the wedding dress market. Going along with the “vintage chic” elements that are a favorite choice