“Less formal seems to be the direction. The trend is to create a relaxed setting by staging the atriums with ‘grazing’ ta- bles while music is playing and tours are being offered,” notes Kindbeiter. Also trending among groups has been the inclusion of private guided tours of the museum’s special exhibitions as part of receptions of corporate clients.


Decor and More


When it comes to what’s trending dur- ing the holiday season in terms of styl- ish color and décor, Choice Party Linens - quite literally - has it all cov- ered. Just ask Michelle Harris, the company’s business development manager.


“Linens are such an important detail and can greatly change the overall at- mosphere of any event,” explains Har- ris. “There is no other surface in any event space that is as easily changed with such little effort, time and ex- pense and with such dramatic and im- pressive results. From chairs and guest tables to food and beverage areas, linens pull the whole look together.”


With regard to what’s trending this year, she says that Choice Party Linens has been seeing requests for colors that are not often viewed as traditional “holiday colors,” such as shades of blue. “We also are seeing neutral colors and natural fibers at many end of year events. Regardless of color, we do sug- gest using a variety of textures to high- light different areas or focal points of an event.”


When it comes to creating an overall theme, Harris notes that it does help to choose something that’s “eye-catch- ing” as a way to attract guests. “This year we are seeing everything from Vin- tage-themed events to Winter Wonder- land. Whatever theme you select, make sure you set the atmosphere of the event from when your guests walk in the door to the moment they leave. De- tails matter and people notice and are expecting the ‘wow factor’ more than ever."


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