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The time is drawing close and you are only a few months away from your event. It's down to finalizing all the details. You've been listening in on the radio, asking friends for suggestions and thinking back to all the music you've heard from the time you first started remembering the lyrics from one of your favorite songs growing up. Now the time is coming when you will have to choose your playlist. You know you want a mix to make sure that your guests are entertained, as well as making sure to have all the key songs that you know you just couldn't live without at your wedding or event. So how do you possibly find the time to sort through lists and list of must play songs or make sure that your friends aren't constantly going up to the DJ or musicians with song requests?

Here's your chance to not only help yourself but others who are plagued with the same exact problem. We've gone through lists and lists of songs and decided to make it into a fun game for you and all our clients! Join us in playing on a scale of 1-10. Simply give your rating for how likely you are to use the following songs in the comments based on the corresponding number, once we collect all the results watch for the final answers in a future post. And go...

Walking Down the Aisle or Pre-emptive Music

1.) Johann Pachalbel - Canon in D

2.) Christina Perri - A Thousand Years

Recessional Songs 

3.) Stevie Wonder - Sign, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours

4.) Bruno Mars - Marry Me

First Dance

5. ) Jason Mraz - I Won't Give Up On Us 

6.) Ray Lamontagne - You Are the Best Thing

Father - Daughter Dance

7.) John Mayer - Daughters

8.) Michael Buble' - Daddy's Little Girl

Mother - Son Dance

9.) Boys II Men - Mama

10.) Louis Armstrong - What a Wonderful World

Party Dance Songs

11.) Jimmy Soul - If You Want To Be Happy

12.) AC/DC - You Shook Me All Night Long

Looking forward to getting the results of on a scale of 1-10, how likely you are to have these songs at your wedding or event. Keep watch for results that will be revealed in a future post.

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When it comes to your wedding, all you dream about is floating through the day on a cloud

made practically of love, and all the hard work and your planning finally paying off. But in

the months and weeks leading up to the preparation of your big day, it can be hard to feel

relaxed with so much stress occurring around you.

At Essence of Events, we completely understand your frustration with wedding day

preparation, and so we have compiled a few of our favorite quotes and accompanying

beautiful wedding images for Motivation Monday to help you through your wedding anxiety.

Keep calm, read on, and know that we’re here for you in all of your event apprehension.

Love is in the details, and no detail should be overlooked.

Don’t discount off-the-cuff ideas you may have.

Your wedding is not just another party.

A wedding doesn’t have to be expensive to be memorable.

If you can dream it, they can build it!

For help planning your dream wedding and to get all of your questions answered, and to

find out more about Essence of Events packages, services, and specials we are currently offering, contact

us today.

To schedule your free, initial consultation to discuss your wedding plans call 253.292.1482

or email contact@essenceofevents.com

Written by Samantha Macrae

At Essence of Events, we know that deciding on a first dance song between you and your future hubby can be a little rough, but being able to decide on a first dance song with another very important man in your life can also prove to be even more difficult - we're talking about your father-daughter dance.

You may be having flashbacks to when you were required to bring dad along to your school dances, but hopefully you're been able to move past the embarrassment and are now looking forward to honoring him with a special dance at your wedding.

For your big day and this special moment, we have compiled a list of songs, both modern and traditional. Hopefully you will come across one that's perfect for you and the first man you ever loved. 

“Gracie” - Ben Folds

“Daughters” - John Mayer

“100 Years” - Five for Fighting

“When You Need Me” - Bruce Springsteen

“How You’ve Grown” - 10,000 Maniacs

“Daughter” - Louden Wainwright, III

“My Girl” – The Temptations

“Wildflowers” – Tom Petty

“Daddy’s Little Girl” – Michael Buble

“It’s For My Dad” - Nancy Sinatra

For DJ and Musician recommendations or more playlist recommendations feel free to reach out today.

The glitz and glamour of old Hollywood casinos can turn a mediocre event into a night to remember and Essence of Events, LLC can help you plan it! Whether you are designing a corporate event or want a unique aspect in your wedding, casino style elements are unforgettable.

They get your guests up and interacting with one another and no one will leave without a smile on their face. Hire professional card dealers and setup blackjack, poker, and roulette tables at convenient locations throughout your venue. Looking to go above and beyond? Then in addition to the other casino games, include a craps table. You’re sure to see guests cheering and high-fiving with excitement at each roll of the dice.

What else goes well with casino games you may ask? Dirty martinis!

To complete your casino style entertainment, set the mood for your guests with exceptional lighting.

For more casino entertainment ideas contact Essence of Events, LLC to setup your free initial consultation at 253.292.1482 or info@essenceofevents.com

Written by Katie Kerbell