In one event, guests where served garri (cassava flakes), sugar and shrimps. In another event, guests where given ‘ayo olopon’ (African Board Game) to play with. Some guests sit on traditional mats rather than sit on a chair. In a reunion event of 1983 Graduating Set, only country music was played. Some events are all white party. Different events, different styles.
Event styling is the cement
that binds your event. Your event style is the atmosphere or overall effect you
are trying to achieve. Styles can be mixed and matched to create something new.
Style is personalized. There are no “shoulds” in style and style is never about
money. Your event style will influence the choice of invitations, venue, guest
attire, flowers, decor, music, entertainment, food and beverages.
Your end result will be layers of ambiance flowing together to create your event style.
The event style you
select will lend itself to conveying the emotion surrounding your event. An
event that has a fun theme, depicting a playful nature, will give off a
lighthearted warmth that is caring and affectionate with a dash of festivity.
Give thought to the event style and the feelings that you want to bring out.
Choose one that will capture the spirit of your event’s objectives and the
emotions that will make your event stand out.
The following are samples of different event
styles:
1. Traditional
2. Classic
3. Modern
4. Country
5. Cultural
6. Formal elegance
7. Casual elegance
8. Romantic
9. Fun
10. Buffet
11. Lavish
12. Intimate
13. Outdoor
14. Themed
15. Seasonal
16. Holiday
17. Beach
18. Sports
Whichever style you choose must be clear and consistent across all the elements of your event. That’s, the event design, equipment to be used, time of the event, programme lineup, music and entertainment, food and drinks, decoration, event venue, lighting, table layout and guest attire.
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