Esq.Events Wedding Coordination: Boston, New England & Beyond

{2019 Wedding Recap}

noreply@blogger.com (JPC) — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 20:28:00 +0000

Is it possible that we did not post a recap last year? I think we posted 2018 over on Instagram because who actually reads blogs anymore?

Probably the same people you won't mind starting off the new decade by going old-school!

This year was our tenth (!!!) wedding season and it had a wonderful mix of Planning, Lighting, Design and Coordination. We traveled throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont and Maine. We were in the woods, the mountains, the city and the sea. Enjoy a few of the highlights.

Perry & Tim by Betsi Ewing Studio

We started 2019 with our biggest wedding of the year at Hidden Pond Resort in Kennebunkport, Maine. We first met Perry at Margaret & Kyle's Wedding in 2017 and we spent close to 18 months getting every detail locked in for what ended up being an amazing weekend. We could not have done it without our amazing vendor friends, Chelsey Emery, Laurajean Floral, Details Event Staging, Party Rentals Ltd, Kadeema Rentals True North Event Rentals , Sperry Tents and Griffin & Griffin Lighting. This wedding deserves a post all on its own.

At the end of the summer, Elizabeth & Laura joined our friends at the Harvard Faculty Club. We are huge fans of the entire team at HFC and love working with them! Photos from this event and its epic rain storm are in the works.

By Lindsay Connors Photography

Next, we headed down to Newport to celebrate Kate and Scott at Belle Mer. I am fairly certain that I could submit these wedding party photos for advertising in a J. Crew Catalog. (You know I am right!) Large wedding parties can be difficult to manage from a timeline perspective but this crew was a dream.

By Lindsay Connors Photography

Shortly thereafter, our very own Wedding MacGyver* and Light Designer, Eben, was married in New Hampshire to the beautiful Becky. The Esq.Team forced them to let us help and in return I promised not to be too "J.Lo" on the Wedding Coordinator at Josiah's Meeting House. (I mostly succeeded). Heather Bennett from Nature's Art Floral and long-standing Esq.Coordinator designed the florals and they were perfection.

By Mark Davidson

And then we danced!

By Mark Davidson

We managed to fit in a mini-styled shoot at the end of the summer with our friends at Olio (More on this soon) and then headed up to Vermont for Light Installations in our favorite barn at Riverside Farm. We have worked there before and the space is just so fun to design. Special shout out to our friends at New England Mobile Sound for the assist when our FOB wanted to add more Club Style Lights to the dance floor.

By Sabin Gratz Photography

The Fall snuck up on us! Elizabeth and Heather successfully completed a rain dance for Kristin and Pete. Their outdoor ceremony at Misselwood was overcast but dry and beautiful!

By Marcy Rolerson Photography

Our season wrapped up with more lighting installations at Olio in November and December and more coordination back in the city for Lisa and Frank which resulted in one of my favorite Groom First-look photos of the decade.

By Merrisa Caroline Photography

Of course there was fun and travel in between and we started working with many new clients for 2020 and beyond. It wasn't the busiest season but it was once again filled with amazing clients, awesome colleagues and BALANCE. If I have learned anything in the past ten years, it is that balance is the key to longevity and success: passing on an event is the most difficult and more important thing you can do for yourself, your team and your business.

That being said of course: if you are engaged and looking for a partner to plan, design or coordinate your event then drop us a line and lets do this!*

Every year is different and that is because we continue to work with amazing couples (and also because we are circus level multi-tasking balance experts). For updates and more regular posting (if you are lucky) please check us out on Instagram.

*Extra points if you know who MacGyver is without checking Wikipedia.

{2017 Wedding Recap}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Jan 2018 01:36:00 +0000

Across the lake and through the woods to the ceremony
Photo By Ali Rosa Photography

Esq.Events had an absolutely amazing 2017 Season. We continued to add Lighting Design and Wedding Styling to our services while remaining true to our focus as a Planning and Coordination company.

Nautical Whimsy in the Dance Tent
Photo by Zac Wolf Photography

We planned events throughout New England and Pennsylvania in historic estates, private homes, boathouses and even a college dining hall!

All this dining hall needed was a little love
Photo by Adriano Batti Photography

We made disco-themed hangover kits for our fellow vendors at the B-List Party. We worked with a bevy of talented vendors. We were featured on the Knot. Our very own Heather Robicheau got married! (She hasn't sent us her photos yet or one would be here!)

Groomsmen at Toad Hill Farm
Photo by Mikhail Glabets Photography

We cannot wait to apply what we learned last year for the 2018 season. We are looking forward to working in new spaces and hoping to return to a few special places we have learned to love!

Lights for Tents and Teepees
Photo by First Mate Photography

If you are engaged and looking for a partner to plan your special day then drop us a line. We want to make your day come alive. Also, if you are looking for a lighting installation, we are offering that service separate from our planning services! For updates and more regular posting please check us out on Instagram.

{Camp Weddings}

noreply@blogger.com (JPC) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 14:30:00 +0000

Did you know we were interviewed in an article last year by Improper Bostonian? It was all about planning "Camp Weddings" which we love planning here in New England. It is still a great article and you can read it here.

Birch Huppah for a Camp Wedding

Are you planning a camp wedding? Reach out! We are here to help!

{happy 2017!}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 01 Jan 2017 22:30:00 +0000

Laura, Jennifer & Christine Voguing in The Danger Booth

It has been a while since we have posted anything on this here blog but we are super excited to be wrapping up our 2016 season and to begin working with our new clients on Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Pennsylvania Weddings! We launched a new website a few months ago but are continuing to make subtle changes and updates. Definitely check out our Portfolio for images from the weddings and events we have had the pleasure to design and coordinate over the past eight years!

The Portfolio is organized by venue/event type and we think it is a great way to show the scope and variety of our services and proof that no wedding is ever the same. Plan on updated content here on the blog but things tend to get busy so you can always follow us over on Instagram.

Jennifer & Elizabeth in Confetti courtesy of The Danger Booth

Happy New Year Friends! We cannot wait to work with you this year (and take more photobooth photos)!

{new logo: new site!}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 02:44:00 +0000

We are in the process of finally launching a new website! Our new logo is just the beginning! In the meantime, please check out our Instagram Page for all our recent wedding events and activities! If you are newly engaged or in the middle of planning your wedding please do not hesitate to reach out to us! We cannot wait to meet you!

Amazing Logo by the incomparable LiWardian

{esq.events bucket list}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 02 Mar 2015 14:30:00 +0000

Even wedding coordinators have bucket lists! We would love to work at the Museum of Fine Arts!

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events
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{wedding design elements}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 01 Mar 2015 20:00:00 +0000

Someone, somewhere is planning an event where these are necessary!

Via

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events
and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{winter in new england}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 14:30:00 +0000

Via Cambridge Skating Club

Boston and the surrounding area has had ridiculous levels of snow this year. I've finally reach acceptance of the cold and snow. Hey, if you cannot beat it, join it right? Why not take advantage of the snow for some fabulous engagement photos?

Everytime I drive by this Cambridge Ice Rink I want to crash it with a faribault blanket and some hot chocolate. It is a member only type place but there are a lot of outdoor ice rinks in the city..although maybe not as cute as Cambridge Skating Club.

See? So cute? Via Cambridge Skating Club

Ice Skating not your thing? Never fear! Check out Ice Castles! This is a real thing and it is within driving distance in Lincoln, NH. I also stumbled on this fabulous Boston photographer who shot this couple in the Ice Castle a few weeks ago! Check out more on her blog!

Via Ann Marie Swift Photography

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events
and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{wedding tech: StudioWedBox}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 20 Feb 2015 00:40:00 +0000

Has anyone tried StudioWedBox? I do not need any more subscriptions but let me know if you have tried it!

Via StudioWedBox

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events
and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{anthro lovers unite}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 01:33:00 +0000

Anthropologie now offers a registry! SWOON. Check it out here

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events
and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{Real Winter Wedding by Esq.Events}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 14 Feb 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Photo by Benoit & McCarthy

We kicked off the 2015 Season early this year with our first wedding in January at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts with the fabulous band, Nightshift. Here are a few photos from the photography studio of Benoit & McCarthy. The colors were black, white and red. Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!!!

Photo by Benoit & McCarthy

You can also check out their wedding video by Black Tie Films! If you have been reading this blog for any time then you know how I love and encourage video...

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{coordinator top three: Transportation}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Nobody uses limousines anymore...many couples are seeking out unique transportation options like Boats, Bicycles and Pedicabs. We have coordinated all the wedding transportation below: what kind of transportation do you need?

Photo by Erin McGinn Boutique Photography

Photo by Dana Siles Photography

Photo by Alice Keeney Photography

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{coordinator top three: Unique Bachelorette Parties in Boston}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 06 Feb 2015 15:00:00 +0000

The first bachelorette party I ever planned started with a sex toy party and ended with our own personal party trolley that took us to various bars in the Boston Area. That was over ten years ago and although it was a pretty fabulous party it would not be the type of party I would plan for the same group of ladies today! Every bride is different but here are a few options for groups that have outgrown the the party trolley.

Via Boston Wine Expo

Every February, the World Trade Center hosts the Boston Wine Expo. Grab your group of girls, maybe some matching t-shirts, eat some lunch and head to the expo where over 200 Wineries are pouring 2000 different types of wine.

Destination Alternative: Walt Disney World Food & Wine Expo

Via The Fashion Truck

If wine is not your thing then you could have a private shopping event with The Fashion Truck. Opened in 2011, the Fashion Truck is a mobile boutique that brings the latest women's fashion to you! The best thing is that all sizes are stocked and nothing is more than $100! I always walk away with something fabulous when I pop into the Fashion Truck.

Via Paint Nite

Finally, this type of event is a craze right now but its very fun! I am talking about Paint Nite. Drinks, Friends, and Painting! I found it very therapeutic and my painting did not turn out too badly. So find out what friend is hiding her inner artist and schedule a Paint Nite event: you can hit her up for DIY help later!

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{wedding tech: more registry options}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Via Zola.com

Today we talking about Zola.com: another fabulous and easy to use wedding registry that allows you basically to register for anything anywhere including a Honeymoon or other experiences! You can create gift packages and categories and guests can join together to purchase big ticket items. The layout is really super easy to use so if you haven't already picked a registry you should check out Zola!

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{the eventernship}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 03 Feb 2015 14:00:00 +0000

I have been thinking about launching an "Event"ern program for a few years. We get bombarded with applications looking for experience in the Wedding Industry and I'd like to think that we have something to offer a possible burgeoning event planner. Also and perhaps more important, this industry is not for everyone and having an opportunity to test it out seems like a good idea. Many companies divide up the internship into just events or just business or just marketing but since we don't outsource any of that here at Esq.Events, I am planning on rolling it all into one big Eventern position not for the faint of heart. This internship will provide a very indepth and hands on experience in the wedding and event industry.

The Eventern should be a forward thinking, reliable and creative individual with strong leadership skills to perform the following:

-assists with Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest
-creates and updates media lists
-creates vendor lists; researches specific vendors for the event
-helps at events
-prospects new vendors by contacting ideal candidates
-performs research projects
-compiles research on competition and industry trends
-maintains good client and staff relationships through sending thank-you cards and gifts etc
-assists Owner on as-needed basis for various other tasks and projects

Ideally located in Boston (for event purposes), but rest of tasks will be done through working remotely.

You must be enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate degree program in order to qualify for this unpaid internship. Important to note: this is a training opportunity and no eventern will be used in lieu of additional wedding coordinators or assistants.

To be considered for a position in our Eventern program please send the following information to jennifer@esq-events.com

- A current resume
- A cover letter that includes:
Why you want to intern with Esq.Events
What you hope to learn from the internship
What you will bring to the role
Any relevant social media links
- A writing sample for blog and social media posts
- List of References
- Any weekends that you would not be available for Event Support during the 2015 Season.

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{wedding trends for 2015: copper}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 29 Jan 2015 03:00:00 +0000

If you went into my attic you would find it filled with silver mercury glass, but lately I am obsessed with copper elements. Think about how fabulous it would look with Marsala....

Photo by Brian Leahy Via 100 Layer Cake

Photo by Rachel Peters Photography Via Wedding Chicks

Photo by Weddings by Scott and Dana Via Wedding Chicks

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{sherlock and the acrylic versailles chairs}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 24 Jan 2015 03:00:00 +0000

Via BBC

Last year while watching the BBC's Sherlock, I exclaimed "are those acrylic versailles chairs?" My husband thought I was crazy..but I went on a quest to discover if you in fact can rent Clear Versailles Style Chairs. Although I have been unable to source them locally, these chairs are available for rent.

Hello Pretty!

Via the BBC

In case you were wondering, the scene for Watson's Wedding was filmed at the University of Bristol in the Goldney Room Orangery, which can be rented out for weddings: Benedict Cumberbatch not included.

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{wedding trends for 2015: Marsala}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 21 Jan 2015 14:30:00 +0000

I am really loving the Pantone Color of the Year this year: Marsala. Last year was underwhelming (I am looking at you Radiant Orchid), but Marsala is rich and complements a wide variety of neutrals and mixed metals. It is also such an Italian color and you know how I love some Italian inspiration! Let's rock this palette!

Photo by Jen Huang Via Grey Likes Weddings

Hello Fiat!

Gotta love a Groom in Marsala Via Yacht Club at Marina Shores

Photo by Mark Martinez Photography Via StyledUnveiled

Via Yacht Club at Marina Shores

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{wedding tech: revamping the registry}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 19 Jan 2015 15:30:00 +0000

Blueprint Registry is a great new tool for engaged couples to register in one place from multiple stores. They offer a great room by room way to shop and build your registry and also offer style advice based on your initial choices. I wish I had something to register for!!!

Via

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

{wedding crashers you actually want...}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 17:00:00 +0000

I wasn't planning on posting today but I saw this from one of my Wedding Cinematographer friends and couldn't resist posting the actual result...I just love the skepticism and the reactions that result. I hope they told the planners what was going on ;)

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{downton season}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 15 Jan 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Downton abbey is back on tv. I just love the show and the weddings! Here is a look back at the downton weddings! Also, did you know that you can get married at Highclere Castle where Downton is filmed? Who is in?

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{i have a thing for table numbers}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 13 Jan 2015 19:00:00 +0000

I have a thing for table numbers and I am currently obsessed with enamel plaques. Europe is full of these decorative house numbers! Typically blue and white but sometimes more ornate, these tiny little numbers are just darling and would look fabulous on the right tablescape.

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{wedding tech: the wedding website you always wanted}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Have you heard of Riley & Grey? They offer super modern and stylish wedding websites that are very easy to use. If you are looking for something beyond the standard offerings from other wedding sites you should definitely check them out!

Via

Love this Blue Version

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{to romp or not to romp}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 09 Jan 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Rompers are all the rage but what about for your wedding? Discuss.

Via BHLDN

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

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{a new blogging style}

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 08 Jan 2015 17:00:00 +0000

In an attempt to use the blog more we are going to change up the style of blogging that we use. I have always admired how the fabulous planners over at Ritzy Bee Events curated their blog: very few words, just on point images and things of interest for the wedding community and couples planning their events so we are going to toss that around a little and make it our own starting with the Mrs. Box.

Via

Esq.Events is a New England-based Wedding Coordination Boutique for detail-oriented couples.

Find out more about our wedding day logistics and seamless events

and check us out on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.