Stark predicts that frosty grays and cement, winter whites, dusty roses, olive greens, deep purples, and metallics will be popular colors in event decor in the new year. And Pantone's colors of the year—Rose Quartz and Serenity—may inspire more than just baby showers. The company said that the tranquil, soothing hues represent a cultural desire for “colors that psychologically fulfill our yearning for reassurance and security.” The company also said the colors reflect a cultural shift toward blurring gender lines in fashion.
From a decor standpoint, Stark predicts a hybrid of two trends—natural and industrial—will be big in 2016. Think weathered meets smooth, bohemian meets organized, Coachella meets C.E.S.
Cloth Connection stocks several football prints in its inventory of linens. Most are a cotton blend that are used as a decorative overlay. Another option is a vinyl fabric that mimics the look of a giant football. They measure 90 inches square.
Activities at American Express's October event included cornhole games as well as a surprise performance by the band Everclear.
For game-day catering, Shake Shack is offering the Big Game Shack Pack with 10 ShackBurgers, two pints of custard, and a piece of portable entertainment: a limited-edition Shake Shack mini football. The package is available for $50 at nearly all Shake Shack locations.
Cannabis tech and media company Weedmaps hosted a weekendlong event that included eye-catching geodesic domes and a greenhouse. Tony Schubert of Event Eleven designed and produced the event.
At the Katy Perry Footwear Easter Sunday Recovery Brunch, produced by the H.Wood Group, a graphic doughnut wall nodded to the pastel colors of the holiday.
Decor in a graphic pinwheel-like motif surrounded the stage.
The event included its signature Ferris wheel as well as an enormous checkered dance floor.
