El Fresco parties were the best way to celebrate safely at a time when social restrictions are in place due to covid-19. Our team collaborated with some Toronto event industry greats to bring to life the prettiest engagement party dinner. Ok, so it wasn’t under the Tuscan sun, but this Italian inspired design had the party guests singing ‘thats Amore’! Taking advantage of the beautiful summer weather, we created a stunning wood trellis canopy detailed with loose fabric and flower accents. The stunning gallery tables were splashed with lemon accents and little olive oil favours, because it wouldn’t be Italian with out olive oil right? Guests’ were served an incredible summer harvest style meal by catering genius, Elle Cuisine as they enjoyed the evening sunset. Photographed by the talented Will Reid Photography and planned by Ashley Pigott Events. For a full list of vendors see bottom of post.
birthday party
Socially Distanced Beautiful Backyard Birthday Party
The Covid pandemic has left many who are planning birthdays and other events, with the creative challenge to scale down party size and plan for safe social distancing. The team at Ashley Pigott Events and our design team at Rachel A. Clingen whipped up the prettiest birthday party, while ensuring guest safety. We are designing more out door parties than ever and making the best of Toronto’s summer months. Catering such an event takes on new challenges as well however the amazing team at Elle Cuisine brings their creative strength to catering parties. I love the unique floral palette for this lovely little set up. Summer wild flowers and bright colours make for a cheery and festive event. Photographed the amazing Will Reid from Will Reid Photography capture every single detail. Full list of vendors at bottom of post.
planning and styling – Ashley Pigott Events, flowers/decor and styling – Rachel A. Clingen, photography – Will Reid Photography, stationery – Paper & Poste, place-settings – Splendid Settings, catering – Elle Cuisine, cakes – Nadia & Co., chairs and tables – Event Rental Group, balloons – TO Balloons hair and make-up – Jen Evoy, linens – Linen Closet cinematography – Corinne McDonald Films
Sweet 16 Girls Picnic Birthday Party
Although the Covid-19 Pandemic brought a halt to large scale events, the summer of 2020 was a hi-lite for small intimate parties and events. Event party planner, Michelle from Sincerely Yours Events and the design team here at Rachel A. Clingen, created the prettiest Sweet Sixteen birthday party. The luxurious picnic party included a creative and yummy menu perfect for kids which included peach cobbler funnel cakes and gourmet fry plates. The most stunning pink ribbon cake was perfect for the birthday girl. Summer wild flowers and playful balloons were used to create feminine and fun decor. For a full list of vendors see bottom of post. A special thanks to my precious nieces! Hannah celebrated her 16th in style!
https://ellecuisine.caplanning and styling- Sincerely Yours Events, flowers /decor and styling –Rachel A. Clingen Wedding & Event Design, photography – Mango Studios, catering – Elle Cuisine, cake – Fuitilicious Cakes, picnic tables – Divine Furniture Rentals, place-settings – Splendid Settings,
Plate Occasions, stationery – Paper & Poste, balloons – Balloons By The Sweetest pink and white cart – Plate Occasions, cotton candy gift bags – Fancy Pufs