Sunset Cove Event

I truly had a great time last night. We had some great entertainment and most of all I enjoyed spending some time with our business partners. I even got a small henna design on my arm. In Indian wedding ceremonies mostly traditional Indian designs are made on the hands of the bride. These traditional designs are elaborate and detailed. Other than the ethnic and conventional designs for the bride you can opt for contemporary designs, which are sleek and fashionable. I always wanted to try it. KT Merry Photography took some pictures while I was getting it done and I will try to share it soon.

Get ready for your office Holiday Party

Want to plan your last- minute office party? Want to take advantage that your boss is out of the office on vacation to make your office environment fun!! If you are limited and cannot have an all elaborate affair you could still plan the happy hour blowout of the year. Check out the 100 web tools to plan a party posted on this blog "Career Overview"

International Event Design at the Biltmore Hotel

The Wedding Salon event at the Biltmore Hotel on November 10, 2008 was once more a spectacular event. This is the most exclusive wedding event in Miami and we were happy to have attended the evening with some of our clients. It was great to see some of our friends and partners there and introduce our clients to some of our favorite vendors. Tatiana Byron and her staff did a wonderful job. Tatiana Byron has organized and produced events for some of the world's most talented entertainers and noteworthy charitable causes such as Edwin Gould Foundation, Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, and the Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation. Ms. Byron has also worked with Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and his record label, Bad Boy Entertainment for the 2002 MTV Music Video Awards.

Picture above: Katie from KT Merry Photography, Elizabeth, representative from the Cayman Islands, Tatiana Byron, president and founder of 4PM Events and Monica Porrata, president and founder of International Event Design.

Elite Networking Group

I was looking for the exact day of the next networking event with Brides.com so that I could update our blog with our new upcoming events. As I was logging into their blog I noticed that they have posted a picture of us at the Palms event. Thank you ladies!! If you are a part of this exciting event planning industry and would like to participating in this elite wedding professional networking group please look at their blog for information http://www.bridesinthelimelight.blogspot.com/

The Knot and Wedding Channel

We are happy to announce that we are now set to appear on the Wedding Channel, The Knot and Party Spot on December 1st, 2008. We are very excited to start the new year featured in these great websites. Look for our add there shortly.

I also want to welcome Yesenia to our team at International Event Design, she is our new Marketing and Media Coordinator. WELCOME YESENIA!!!!

CARTIER PARIS!!

I recently received a letter from Cartier Paris thanking me for shopping at their location during my trip to Paris and notifying me that they would be interviewing me in order to inquire as to my experience as a customer of Cartier. They actually called me and I had a very pleasant conversation with the Managing Director of Europe. After she inquired further as to the details of International Event Design and my other company Dash of Style they have become interested in working with us and our customers. I am happy to announce that the customers of International Event Design will now receive a 10% discount with Cartier. This offer is valid through the Christmas Holidays. What a nice Christmas present!! Call me for the details! Other offers will become available throughout the coming year.

The perfect wedding guide at the Marriott Hotel

I attended the perfect wedding guide event at the Marriott Dadeland on November 2, 2008. I had the pleasure of attending the event with two of my clients, Maria and Ariel. I would like to thank Lourdes Ramos from the Marriott for the invitation and for the VIP tickets that she extended to me and my clients. We had a great time at the fashion show.

Brides.com Event at the Palms in South Beach

I attended the Brides.com event yesterday. It was a wonderful time. The Palms Hotel provided a beautiful venue for this event with an open bar throughout the night. The vendors that presented were outstanding. I truly enjoyed Donut Divas, I have to admit I am not a donut fan but these miniature donuts were incredible.. I had to stop myself!! Lola's Cupcakery- what could I say.. I'm speechless, I love the presentation, the packaging is beautiful, what a great idea for favors. Everybody did an incredible job.

We wanted to thank both Stephanie and Ela for inviting us and we look forward to seeing you soon at the Sea Aquarium in December for the next networking event.

Above picture: My good friend Addy Nunez owner of Do Me a Favor, Stephanie Bosco-Luca from Brides.com and Monica Porrata

A Gift For Our Clients

On November 10, 2008 the Wedding Salon will host a luxury bridal event at the Biltmore Hotel. International Event Design has been provided with complimentary tickets for our exclusive clients. Come and join an elite group of wedding professionals and enjoy the day with us. To ensure you receive your ticket please email us with your current address, wedding date, and phone number. We will not be able to accommodate everyone so please email us your interest in this special gift as soon as possible.

The International Fighting Campionship Event was a great success

On October 11, 2008 the International Fighting Championship kickboxing event was held at the Sheraton in Miami. The event was great!! The floor plan was put together nicely providing the VIP purchased tickets with front row seats all around the boxing ring. We had 6 bars throughout the floor to accommodate the big crowd and staff throughout the event ensuring great customer service. Over 800 people came out to the event. The evening was full of excitement with everyone cheering their favorite fighters. Next kickboxing event will be announced soon.

Picture above: Kevin Cardona and Diego Molinari owners of International Fighting Championship and Kinte Promotions with Danay Sanchez and Monica Porrata

The Wedding Salon invites International Event Design to participate in their Focus Group

On October 6th I was cordially invited to participate in a focus group hosted by the Wedding Salon and 4pm Events at the Woodbine Villa in Coconut Grove. The group consisted of a very carefully selected group of vendors that included Tatiana Byron from the wedding Salon, KT from KT Merry photography, Elizabeth Antunes from Elizabeth Antunes photography, Julie Nissa Block from Master Musicians, Darryl Gilbert from DJ Retro, Glen Macarthur from Rays of Light, Christian Sarquis from Gansevoort South, Katy and Marc Benichou from Bubble, a distinctive furniture rental company, Heather Minsky from Smile South Florida and myself, Monica Porrata. Between our nine companies and the Wedding Salon we shared our marketing tips and trends as well as networked with each other. It was a wonderful meeting with a great group of people. A cocktail party followed where about 65 other vendors participated including other wedding planners in South Florida. It was a great evening.

October 1st Website Launch Party

On October 1st, 2008 we launched our new website!! We were joined by our closest friends and family to celebrate. Visit us at http://www.internationaleventdesign.com/ Our gallery and music will be added shortly. Take a look!! I hope you enjoy it.

Macy's and International Event Design Network Lunch July 30th

We were invited by Macy's executives today to discuss the bridal industry in South Florida. We brainstormed on how International Event Design, and other selected wedding planners in South Florida could work together with Macy's, learn from each other and collaborate. It was a great conversation and a wonderful lunch at the Cheesecake factory in Dadeland mall. We met the vice president of Macy's who flew in from New York for our meeting. We are looking forward to working closer with Macy's.

Network Event hosted by the Miami Executive Aviation July 16th

International Event Design attended a network event hosted by the Miami Executive Aviation on July 16th, 2008. In attendance were all private aviation related companies. They invited International Event Design as the only event planning firm to the event. We were taken to a tour of their hanger which they have used for music videos and movies in the past. This is a newly renovated state of the art facility with over 70,000 sq. ft. of hanger space. International Event Design will now be using this facility for our very big events such as runway shows, boxing events, etc. We have also partnered with executive air services who provides individuals and executives with exceptional services through their aircraft charter operations. If you need a private jet just let us know!!

Destination Weddings

International Event Design, LLC specializes in destination weddings in Europe, South America and the Caribbean. We bring you the experience of all our travels to provide your South Florida Wedding with an innovative, creative and enthusiastic service. From a casual intimate Dinner to a black tie affair in Paris, we have many packages to fit your needs. Contact us to arrange a free consultation.

Why should you hire a wedding or event planner?

Nowadays hiring a wedding and event planner is no longer just for the rich and famous. It is already difficult to juggle a full time job and all the other every day activities. There is so much involved in planning a perfect event and as expected it is very time consuming. Having someone there for your peace of mind, someone that you trust and have complete confidence in to guide you throughout the planning process and the execution of your wedding day is priceless. Also, having someone there as your voice to handle the vendors and to ensure that everything goes well on your wedding day is crucial. We also have the resources, the time, the knowledge and the most reliable vendors in the industry.