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Florists
Foxy Evergreen
Foxy Evergreen can customise any package from small and intimate, to large-scale weddings, events, and special occasions. No event is too big or small.
Debbie O’Neill Floral Design
Debbie O’Neill has vast experience in floral design and visual display. Within 25 years she has designed for TV shows, and celebrity weddings and traveled overseas working. She has kept up with current trends and spends time teaching floral workshops for 17 years already.
Bridal / Formal Wear
Brides of Melbourne
Over 20 years serving brides in Melbourne. Brides of Melbourne is your premier destination for wedding dresses, bridal dresses, bridal gowns, wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses and debutante dresses.
Cheltenham: 9585 8808
Essendon: 9374 1377
Fairtyales Bridal Boutique
Fairytales Bridal Boutique provides a wide range of designers, styles, and sizes to please every bride-to-be. Also offers the best in-house alteration services making the entire process of finding your dream dress a breeze.
Men’s Suit Warehouse
Men’s Suit Warehouse offers good quality, fashionable suits, business shirts & formal accessories at affordable prices.
Ferrari Formalwear
Ferrari Formalwear is Australia’s largest formal wear company supplying a variety of formal wear suits, bridal collections, bridesmaids’, and debutantes’ dresses. They also have menswear to hire or buy to suit all occasions.
White Runway
Discover White Runway Australia’s collection of bridesmaid dresses, wedding & formal dresses. Perfect for your special day.
Entertainment
Entertainment Dance Creations
Entertainment Dance Creations are one of Australia’s premier entertainment companies. They pride themselves on thrilling audiences with their skilled performances, extravagant costumes, and high energy! They perform a huge variety of dance styles such as Samba, Brazilian, 1920s, Disco, and more.
0422 497 318
Tasman Talent
Tasman Talent is one of Australia’s longest-running Entertainment Agencies. They represent some of the best quality entertainers (bands, singers, dancers, magicians, etc) in Australia. They are suitable for events both large and small whether it’s a Corporate Function, a Venue or a House Party, they can supply an act to suit your needs and budget.
Issac Main
Offering the best of both worlds – acoustic music & DJ for weddings. Issac Main offers a unique, personable, professional and unforgettable entertainment service.
Rutherford Entertainment
Rutherford Entertainment is a premier entertainment company serving Melbourne and surrounding areas. They can incorporate DJ’s alongside live musicians, singers and performers. From weddings to birthdays and corporate functions, they provide unique entertainment options.
Undercover Entertainers
Undercover Entertainers are ready to entertain your guests and give you that “WOW” factor you have been looking for. They have a huge variety of singing waiters, including Opera, Jazz, Music Theatre, and Pop Singers. They take care of all the arrangements, liaising directly with the venue and AV providers. If required, they can provide all necessary sound equipment.
(03) 9005 8482
Trucked Up Entertainment
Trucked Up Entertainment delivers you circus and sideshow performers, with unique hire items and mobile circus stages for corporate and private events.
0423 531 333
Breeze Entertainment
Breeze Entertainment are entertainment specialists. They work with you to create your own unique show tailored to your theme. Entertainment includes; secret waiters, Brazilian dancers, dance shows, glamour showgirls, human candy buffet, and more.
+61 421 402 84
Costume Hire
ABC Costume Hire
ABC Costume Hire have thousands of costumes to suit any fancy dress party theme. They will ensure you get the look you are after for a night to remember.
Address – 1st Floor, 434A Burwood Highway, Wantirna South VIC 3152
Website – www.abccostumehire.com.au
Phone – (03) 9801 4299
Centre Stage Costumes
Centre Stage Costumes offers stage or party costume hire and sales for individuals and groups and special packages for corporate and private functions, product launches and promotions.
Website – www.centrestagecostumes.com
Address – 788 Sydney Road, Brunswick, VIC, 3056
Costume Box
Costume Box aims to offer the customers incredible choice with the most comprehensive range of fancy dress costumes, wigs, masks, accessories, and party supplies in the world. They make it easy, fun, and convenient to customers anywhere anytime and offer an unmatched fast and free delivery.
All costumes can be purchased online with lots of party themes to choose from
Website – www.costumebox.com.au
Phone – 02 80750314
Wedding Hair & Make Up
Katie Winkler Makeup Artist
Katie Winkler Makeup is a Melbourne-based freelance makeup team. They specialise in bridal, special occasion, and editorial makeup design and application. They produce high-quality results with a focus on attention to detail. This means they ensure that their clients look and feel beautiful every time!
Top Knot Hair & Makeup
TopKnot Hair & Makeup specialise in hair colouring and styling. They aim to create a relaxing environment for their clients. Get your wedding hair & makeup done all in one place!
Videographers
EP Group
EP Group has innovated to deliver outstanding videography and photography services to their clients. They work with some of Australia’s leading brands as well as small businesses and individuals.
info@epgroup.co
Evolve Digital Media
Evolve Digital Media is a full-service video production suite with an innovative team working across multiple disciplines. Based in Melbourne’s South East, they cover weddings, parties, corporate events, and more.
SMC Studios
SMC Studios are industry leaders for wedding photography & videography packages in Australia. They focus on providing a high-quality service with results that speak for themselves.
Wedding Movies
Wedding Movies are passionate filmmakers and have the passion to craft a priceless keepsake! To put it simply, they have a passion for storytelling! Like any script to a feature film, each wedding is different and one storyboard just doesn’t fit them all.
Photographers
EP Group
EP Group has innovated to deliver outstanding photography and videography services to their clients. They work with some of Australia’s leading brands as well as small businesses and individuals.
Contact: info@epgroup.co
Prop & Pose Co.
Prop & Pose Co. strive to provide the best image quality in their photography and photobooths as they can. Capture your special event or wedding in crystal clear quality.
Party Signage
Signed by G
Bespoke signage and custom laser-cut productions to elevate your event space. Signed by G embraces the beauty in simplicity by creating minimalist designs using premium print methods, high-quality materials, and an array of customisation options.
Check out their Instagram here!
Sketch & Etch
Light up your next event, business, or home like never before with a Sketch & Etch LED Neon sign! Discover the unbeatable combination of affordability, superior craftsmanship, and lightning-fast turnaround times that only an Australian-made manufacturer can offer. Based in Geelong, each Sketch & Etch Neon sign is meticulously handcrafted by their team of artisans.
Check out their Instagram here!
Outdoor Games
Games On The Green
Games On The Green handcrafted games are fun and different, keeping guests entertained at your wedding, party, or big event. Ring Toss, Giant Jenga, Croquet, just to name a few.
Mobile Food / Drinks Van Hire
Shakers on Wheels
Cocktail catering & Mobile Bar specialists in Melbourne bringing together over 10 years of experience in all aspects of hospitality. With a variety of packages to choose from, they have everything you need to make your event one to remember. Shakers on Wheels is an all-in-one mobile bar providing everything from cocktail stations, glassware, bartenders, and more.
Check out their Instagram here!
The Innocent Owl
The Innocent Owl is a travelling bar known for bringing her graceful, otherworldly charm to any event. Be it a Wedding, Birthday, Festival or any other Occasion, The Innocent Owl will elevate it to have that warmth and heart you desire.
Limo / Car Hire
Mr Hummer Limousines
Hire stretch limos for any occasion. 5 limos in different styles and colours to choose from.
Fantasy Limousines
Fantasy Limousines are Melbourne’s leading deluxe stretch Chrysler 300C limo hire Company. They cater for all special occasions and events. They deliver impeccable service with highly competitive and affordable limo prices.
Invitations
Signed by G
Bespoke signage and custom laser-cut productions to elevate your event space. Signed by G embraces the beauty in simplicity by creating minimalist designs using premium print methods, high-quality materials, and an array of customisation options.
Check out their Instagram here!
Vista Print
Customize your own invitations. Select a design from 1000’s of templates or create your own. Fast shipping options.
Fireworks
Melbourne Fireworks
Melbourne Fireworks has been proudly lighting up the skies of Melbourne for over 10 years now. Based in Port Melbourne, they’re firmly established as one of Australia’s most respected pyrotechnics and special effects entertainment companies.
Choosing The Right Date For Your Wedding
Setting a wedding date is sometimes the first thing you do when planning your wedding. We share a few simple tips to help with your decision and make sure you make the right choice.
How Much In Advance Should I Plan For?
- This all depends on your budget, guest availability and how well you manage your stress levels. You may want to have your wedding as soon as possible but take into account all the planning that goes into a wedding. It's stressful. Trust us. Leave enough time to plan comfortability. Don't rush your choice but be mindful that popular venues get booked years in advance. Create a shortlist of venues and enquire on dates early. Make a list of possible dates for you to work with.
- Will you have interstate or overseas guests? Be aware that travel, time off work and accommodation needs take time to arrange. Not to mention the money aspect. Leave enough time for these guests to have this arranged.
What Season Should I be Planning For?
- Spring, Autumn and Summer time weddings are generally more expensive than the low peak winter months. Be careful though. Summer time heat can be as bad as rain especially if you are wanting an outdoor ceremony or reception.
- Weather may not affect your wedding if the majority of the ceremony and reception is indoors, however, be mindful of wedding photos - they are almost always outdoors.
- Always have a contingency plan! (check out our blog about not letting mother nature impact your wedding HERE)
What's The Best Day Of The Week?
- Choosing the right day of the week will also affect how your guests behave at your event. If you choose a Sunday wedding, for example, the price may be cheaper but your guests will most likely go home early as the majority will be working the next day. The same principle applies for weekday weddings. Be mindful of this if you want your wedding to be one big party.
- If you really want your event to be one big party a Saturday Wedding is best but you are obviously paying a premium for that luxury. Take into account public holidays as you may be able to get away with arranging a Sunday wedding where Monday is a day off.
Picking An Actual Date:
You need to take a few points into consideration when finally choosing your date;
- Does the date clash with another friends or family members planned event? A birthday may not take precedence over a wedding but a 50th birthday or major anniversary for a not-so-close friend may have them sending back a "cannot attend" RSVP.
- Does the date clash with a major event, charity walk, trade show or public holiday? An event such as these may affect parking, accommodation or guest attendance.
One Last Point: Once you have made your decision - don't waste any time locking in the date and letting all your intended guests know to save the date. This will ensure they don't start planning their own event on the same day and will ensure they attend.
How To Avoid Mother Nature Ruining Your Wedding
Outdoor, Garden & Beach Weddings are becoming increasingly popular. The surrounding scenery adds to the atmosphere and creates the perfect backdrop for photos.
The downfall to outdoor wedding ceremonies? Mother Nature and the rain, winds, heat or cold she can unleash on your special day.
Don't let her get the better of your wedding.
Here are a few simple tips to keep in mind when planning an outdoor wedding.
Tip 1 - Always Have A Contingency Plan In Case Of Rain, Cold, Heat & Wind!
Outdoor weddings and events are very popular and can work very well if everything goes to plan. The problem is you can control most things to do with your big day but you can't always control the weather. Too many weddings and events have been ruined because there was no contingency plan for bad weather.
It will be money well spent if you book an alternative venue or organize a marquee just in case the weather turns bad. Guests have been known to skip out early from hotter-than-hot summer marquee weddings and improperly heated winter receptions.
Tip 2 - Consider Pests
Bugs, flies and mosquitos also swarm in certain areas during certain seasons. Consider pest control options to alleviate the problem or include bug repellent in guests' gift bags. If you are planning a sunset ceremony, make sure you know when to say your vows by checking sunset times in your area.
Getting the creature comforts right could make a big difference on whether your guests leave at 8pm or party all night.
Nathan's Mission Possible Charity Trivia Night
Transformed School Basketball Stadium to host Nathan’s Mission Possible Charity Night.
Nathan’s Mission Possible Made Possible
Feel Good Events was honoured to be a sponsor for Nathan’s Mission Possible Charity Night. The event was a trivia and games night organised to raise funds for Nathan Forsyth. Nathan has had a rollercoaster battle with cancer over recent years.
His school college basketball stadium was transformed into a green Mission Impossible theme where 270+ guests spent the night testing their knowledge with trivia questions, participating in mini games and bidding on live and silent auctions for amazing prizes. The event was a huge success!
To read about Nathan’s horrific but awe-inspiring story or to make a donation please visit Nathan’s Go Fund Me page HERE
“Thank you again Marcus and your fantastic and beautiful team for making the place look so great. My daughter Melinda Wright was very confident you were going to make it look so spectacular and we were so appreciative with your hard work.”
JENNY KORMOS (PART ORGANISER)
Popular Wedding Lighting Ideas
When it comes to decorating your wedding, lighting is one of the most important factors to consider. With so many options to choose from, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out what is right for you! That’s why Feel Good Events have put together this list of Popular Wedding Lighting Ideas to help you out!
In this post, we’ll go through the importance of lighting, what colours to choose, brightness, as well as the different lighting options. Keep reading to find out more!
Change The Look and Feel of Your Wedding
The lighting you choose for your wedding venue is super important and is quite often overlooked! Lighting will enhance your venue and wedding decor for the better. The right lighting can influence the way your guests feel depending on the colours you choose.
The cost of lighting will usually be one of the cheapest factors areas your wedding budget. However, it can make such a difference to your wedding experience!
Lighting Colour
So, what lighting colours should you choose for your wedding? In most cases, warm white lighting is the way to go. This can include uplighting on the walls, or fairy lights around your venue. Fairy Lighting has become increasingly popular for weddings! Warm white lighting can really help to create a romantic mood in your space. However, the key is setting it to the right brightness.
Coloured mood lighting is another popular option for weddings. Coloured lighting can be selected to match your wedding style/theme and enhance your decorating. However, we always suggest limiting the number of colours you use. The colours should match with your decorations as well as the linen colours on the tables.
Lighting Brightness
The brightness of your lighting is very important. Especially if you want your guests to dance! Quite often couples make the mistake of making it too bright over the dance floor. This usually results in guests being reluctant to dance.
To set the right mood, you want the lighting to be subtle and relaxing, to begin with. You will usually have your lighting brighter during dinner so that guests can see what they are eating. Later in the night, you will definitely need the option of dimming your lights. This will encourage guests to get up and dance!
6 Popular Wedding Lighting Ideas
Light Up Letters
Be it the bride and groom’s initials or the timeless light up “L.O.V.E” sign , they definitely make an impact at the wedding. Light up love signs will draw everyone’s eye and make it the perfect centrepiece to wedding photo’s.
Festoon Lighting
Festoon lighting is very popular at the moment especially if you are having a rustic or outdoor wedding. The warm white globes will always create a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere for any wedding reception. It is very important not to over do festoon lights though especially if you are using them above the dance floor. Using a dimmer with these lights is a big bonus as you will have more control over your lighting.
The perfect lighting style to set the mood in any outdoor or indoor space. Sometimes all an outdoor space needs to go from dull to spectacular are simple festoon lighting.
Function Venue Up Lighting & Mood Lighting
The best way to add colour and style in to a room is to use up lighting. Up lighting can enhance any features of the wedding reception and is easy to do. Lighting can be programmed to be any colour and used up against walls, pillars or even draping to add a soft or dramatic effect. Up lighting is a very easy and versatile way to add a certain mood to your venue.
Pendant Lighting
Pendant lighting is being used allot this year especially in conjunction with flowers and greenery. Pendant lights can be used as a feature above a bridal table, seating area or in conjunction with draping behind the bridal table.
Chandeliers
Chandeliers are a must if you are planning a classic romance style wedding. They create a spectacular focal point and will suit most venue styles. Various styles and sizes available make them a great feature at any wedding.
Chandeliers with floral arrangements and greenery are also very popular.
Fairy Light Curtains & Strings
Although fairy lights are nothing new they are still ever popular and can create a great spectacle if done well. Lining the roof of marquees or reception venues can really create the wow factor.
Fairy light curtains raw or used with chiffon drape in front will also create a great bridal table backdrop or feature at the reception.
Conclusion
Lighting is really important in creating a great wedding experience! At a minimum, you need two types of lighting to help witht his experience. Mood lighting to create a romantic and relaxed environment at the beginning, and moving party lighting to create a party vibe later on! Hopefully, this list of popular wedding lighting ideas has helped to give you some inspiration for your wedding!
Want Feel Good Events to organise and plan your wedding for you? Get In contact with our expert wedding planners and you won’t have to lift a finger!
Coombe Yarra Valley
5 star at its best, beautiful venue with food & wine to match!
Once the Australian home of the world-famous opera singer, Dame Nellie Melba, and now that of award-winning Coombe Farm Wines. Coombe Yarra Valley also features a newly opened garden, restaurant, and gallery facility.
Coombe Yarra Valley is one of the most unique gourmet and cultural destinations in the world, offering a stunning location for wine tasting, weddings, private events or simply dining in the beautiful a la carte restaurant.
Feel Good Events is one of the preferred suppliers for ceremonies at Coombe Estate. In the peak wedding season, we are there most weekends! We help couples with ceremony items such as white padded chairs, white carpet runners, rustic wine barrels, outdoor dance floors, staging, or festoon lighting.
Please contact our office for suitable ceremony and lighting options for Coombe Yarra Valley. You can also see our full range of wedding lighting options here.
Venue Website: www.coombeyarravalley.com.au
Venue Address: 673-675 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream VIC 3770
Phone Number: (03) 9739 0173
Best Contact at Venue: Shae McInerney – Wedding/Function Coordinator
Want Feel Good Events to organise your wedding, party, or event at Coombe? Get in contact with our expert event planners and they can do all the planning for you! You won’t even need to lift a finger.
Stillwater At Crittenden Estate
Nestled at the foot of Red Hill within the acclaimed Crittenden Estate is Stillwater, a modern vineyard restaurant showcasing the best of seasons produce in a truly beautiful setting. This stunning venue is perfect for weddings. Why not celebrate your special day beside the lake and amongst the vines!
Address: 25 Harrisons Rd, Dromana, Vic
Website: https://stillwateratcrittenden.com.au/
Phone: (03) 5981 9555
Crown Casino
The most pinnacle function venue in Melbourne.
First opened in 1997, Crown Melbourne is a large integrated resort & casino. It has three hotels, function rooms, award-winning restaurants, and shopping and entertainment facilities. It is a significant driver of tourism within Australia, particularly in Victoria.
Crown Casino is known for its flashy venue spaces and elaborate weddings & events. Feel Good Events spends alot of time at Crown installing dance floors & other decor for events like the Logies, New Year’s Eve events, private functions & high roller nights.
Our illuminated dance floor, black and white dance floor, star light dance floor, dance cages and parquetry floor are extremely popular at Crown.
Due to the sheer size of the venue, it does take a lot of time to access any function space within the complex . Extra time is always allowed when quoting for Crown. This is to make sure all events are completed within the time frame given.
Venue Website: www.crownmelbourne.com.au
Venue Address: 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006
Phone Number: (03) 9292 8888
Luminare
Luminare is one of Melbourne’s best rooftop venues, located in the heart of South Melbourne.
Swoon at the view as dusk falls and city lights glitter against velvet black night. Breath-taking! Flooded with natural light during the day and glittering city lights by night Luminare, on the edge of the city, is THE most gorgeous and exciting urban rooftop venue available for evening functions you could imagine.
Luminare can accommodate up to 450 for a standing cocktail style event, and between 220 and 250 for a seated event, with or without dance floor.
Over the years Feel Good Events has supplied dance floors for all different events includes 70’s disco’s, dress up parties and weddings.
The most popular item at this venue is the illuminated dance floor which is prefect for those large corporate events that want the wow factor!
Venue Website: www.luminare.net.au
Venue Address: York St & Browns Ln, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Phone Number: (03) 8416 9791
Best Contact at Venue: The Big Group www.thebiggroup.com.au
Potters Receptions
Potters Receptions has the experience and facilities to make your function extraordinary.
Whether it be a Wedding, Anniversary, Birthday, Christmas Function, Wake, or Corporate Function, Potters Receptions can cater for your special event and make it one to remember.
Potters event coordinators are experienced professionals, with a 5-Star Food Safety Award the cuisine is restaurant quality and the facilities are second to none.
Feel Good Events is the main supplier of lighting, roof draping, and fairy lights for Potters Receptions.
This venue is in such a beautiful location in Warrandyte, with large windows overlooking the gardens and the outside pergola. Potters offers multiple event spaces for you to choose from. This means you are sure to find something that suits your event type! Additionally, you and your guests can stay closeby in their luxury suites.
Fairy lights draped across the venue beams give the space a warm and inviting atmosphere which ties in so well with the rustic features of the venue. Another romantic touch is chiffon roof draping with a french Provincial chandelier.
Please contact our office today for suitable venue packages for lighting and draping.
Venue Website: www.potters.com.au
Venue Address: 321 Jumping Creek Rd, Warrandyte VIC 3113
Phone Number: (03) 9844 1222
Best Contact at Venue: Lauren, Kayla, or Mandy
Marcus's 40th Jungle Party
A wild jungle party that was a mix between jungle and nightclub to create the ultimate party atmosphere.
WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
What a wild party this turned out to be for the many guests who also dressed up to enhance the theme. A warehouse converted into what could be called a jungle party with a twist. Lots of greenery and jungle props with a light up dance floor and lasers to really get the party rocking later in the night.
Live reptiles with podium dancers and a Michael Jackson show thrown in for good measure really kept the guests entertained all night.
“What a wild party! I had such a great night and we went to the very early hours of the morning as guests just didnt want to leave. The live snakes and everyone getting dressed up just added to a great party atmosphere.. Thank you to the Feel Good Events team for putting together an unforgettable party.”
BEHIND THE SCENES
This job was an easy bump in as regards to equipment but took alot of time to do the finer styling with lots of vines which can be very time consuming. The days of work to do the set up and pack up was so worth the end result to see everyone have such a great time.
This set up took approx 3 days to do with the amount of detail it had and costs around $20,000 for all decor entertainment and props.
Dina's Bat Mitzvah
Dina’s Bat Mitzvah was grand, incorporating lots of bright colours and textures making the room look like it was back in the 60’s.
The grooviest Bat Mitzvah in town!
The team at Feel Good Events created a colourful wonderland for Dina’s Bat Mitzvah! We started off by placing uplights around the whole room. We set each light to a different colour to make the space look bright and colourful! For low seating for the kids, we used our illuminated furniture. For the adults, the Feel Good Events team set up high bar tables and stools around the space. We also used inflatable stars and cones for some unique decorating touches. These were set up in front of the ‘LOVE’ Backdrop and along the walls.
After this, we installed UV lighting around the table. A UV face painter was part of the entertainment, so the lights would make the paint glow!
Styling & candy buffet was done by the talented Charlene from Design by Africa alongside Dina’s mum Shoshy who was also very hands-on when it came to ideas and the overall look of the room.
This is one party that will be the talk of the town for many years to come!
Want Feel Good Events to organise your next party for you? Get in contact with our expert party and event planners and they can help you out with every detail!
FGE Circus Themed Launch Party
Feel Good Events’ Circus Themed Launch Party held for our event industry partners
Roll up to the greatest circus show ever
Feel Good Events wanted to celebrate moving into our new warehouse so we decided to put on an industry night for all our industry partners.
A circus theme was decided and as you can see from the photos i think we theme was achieved.
With the right props and styling and some circus acts thrown in our guests had a wonderful night.
The caravan bar perfectly suited the theme thanks to our friends at Innocent Owl who loan it to us for the night.
The night was a great success with lots of great people to have a chat and a drink with.
“Thank you so much for a wonderful party last night – I can see how much effort you put into theming it. The circus decor was amazing and I LOVED the dance floor! Lots of great people to chat with, too.”
ELIZABETH DIRECTOR OF MY WEDDING DECOR
Prasanna & Tarini's Wedding
A romantic affair in the heart of Elsternwick, Prasanna & Tarini had a week of celebrations with there family & friends and the reception at Masion was the final celebration for the couple.
Romantic wedding Masion in Elstenwick
What a fabulous wedding to be a part of, we were so honored to help create a romantic backdrop to compliment the beautiful room at the Masion in Elstenwick.
Prasanna was our main point of contact during the planning process and made sure everything was perfect and organised for the big day.
After a big week of celebrations, the reception at the Masion was the final party to celebrate the wedding of Prasanna & Tarini. Using white velvet and soft chiffon draping we created the backdrop of the couples dreams. Also using warm white uplighting on the gathered sections on the backdrop.
A flower wall was added to the middle as the final focal point.
“Thank you so much for your email! Everything was so perfect, the backdrop added a whole new dimension to the venue. Emma did an amazing job on the day before the reception night, her attention to detail is to be commended. Tarini and I both felt that she took a big responsibility on herself to make sure it was just perfect for us, which we really did appreciate. Thanks again, it was such a pleasure working with you from the start to the end. We look forward to working with you again soon “
TARINI & PRASANNA
BEHIND THE SCENES
Access into the venue was easy and the venue staff are always lovely to deal with. Installation took 2 staff members, 1.5 hours and about an hour to pack down the following day. Lighting was all plugged into one power point so it was very easy for the venue to switch on.
This wedding cost approx $1,000 – $1,500 for all equipment, labour for set up and pack up
Jordan's 16th Birthday
Jordan’s 16th birthday Alice in Wonderland party theme.
Jordan’s Alice in Wonderland party
Jordan was turning sweet 16 and wanted a Alice in Wonderland theme for her party.
Shes used her dads businesses warehouse as the venue which as totally transformed.
This was one of the most elaborate set ups that Feel Good Events team had done as there was lots of props and styling equipment used along with the dance floor and lighting.The whole space was draped and then with the use of furniture, props lots of rigging covered in vines and props the theme came to life.
What a great result though with the 80 plus kids dancing the night away.
“Thank you to the team at Feel Good Events for such a great party set up.All my friends were blown away when they arrived and said it was the best party they had ever been too. Thank you so much.”
JORDAN
Don't Let Your Speeches Kill The Party
Depending on the occasion you may not be able to get out of holding a speech. But that's OK. Speeches can be great - if done right. Here are some quick tips to ensure your speeches don't ruin your party.
Note: This is specifically for party or event. Wedding speech format posting will come soon!
Should you even do a speech?
First things first. You need to decide whether you want to do speeches. The good things about making a speech - Provides another form of entertainment & chance to thank everyone for coming. The Bad? - Breaks up the party vibe. Preparing for the speech can also be hard work and can give yourself unneeded stress. If it's not a milestone birthday or event (21st, 30th, 40th Birthday etc) then our suggestion is to stay away from having a speech altogether. If there is going to be a cake involved then you can sneak in a few words and thank yous then. On the other hand your guests may be expecting a speech - especially if its a milestone event. Don't disappoint - always have something planned. Last thing you want is for everyone to be yelling "SPEECH SPEECH SPEECH!" and you have to start racking your brain for what to say.
Key Point - It always depends but always be prepared to do have one. Don't get caught out by your guests wanting a speech and you not being ready to say one.
When should the speeches happen?
If it's a particularly special party all your guests will be expecting a speech at some stage during the night and may hold themselves back from getting into the party mood until the formalities are taken care of. Our advice is to have the speeches as early as possible. Have the majority of your guests arrived? Are your besties there? If so what are you waiting for? Have your speeches early to allow the dancing and partying to start sooner without any breaks for the rest of the night. Getting away with the speeches has the added benefit of relieving the nerves if you're not a professional public speaker.
Key Point - Get it out of the way as early as possible. Your guests are there to party!
How long should the speeches be?
It doesn't matter how funny or entertaining your speech will be, your guests will begin tuning out after 8 minutes. This time limit is also in place for multiple speakers. 8 minutes max talking time in total! Our recommendation: Try for 5 minutes and no more than 2 speakers at once. If you want more speaker try you'll need to break it up. Have 1 speech before the cutting of the cake then the other 2 straight after. Make sure you keep speeches to the point. Your guests wanting to be thanked, have a laugh and get right back into the party. And let's be serious - most people are holding to the end for when they can finally drink the toast. Don't let them get thirsty!
Key Point - Try for 5 minutes. Anything over will have your guests tuning out - no matter how funny or entertaining you're making it.
Remember: Your guests are there to party - not to listen to you talk. Keep the party atmosphere strong and get the formalities out of the way early. Make it short and to the point (but entertaining of course). It'll take a long time to get the party atmosphere back if you break it up with speeches. Don't let your speeches kill you party!
DIY or Outsource
DIY or Outsource your next Party? Some people have more time than money, for others, that statement might be more appropriate reversed. Either way, when you're planning a party your end goal should always be to have FUN!
Here are some quick tips on whether it's worth doing tasks yourself or if it's better being delegated to someone else.
Prepare
Start things off by drafting up what needs to be done and estimate the time and money it will take to complete the tasks if you were to do it yourself. Include things to prepare for the event and what needs to be done on the night. Overestimate the timing and remember to factor in things that can go wrong. You may find that something you had planned to do yourself is better off being handled by someone else. Factor in price, convenience, reliability, and how stressful the task is.
Things like invitations, party decorations, goodie bags, food and thank you notes can all be done yourself but plan carefully and be realistic with your time constraints.
Focus On Yourself
Be mindful of your stress and sanity. Organising a party on your own can be a pain if you have a long list of To-Do's. You might have so much to do on the night that you miss out on your own party! We have seen time and time again the party host, or in some cases the bride, trying to do too much on the night of their event and missing out on all the fun.
Remember - It's a Party!
The host is the best person to get it going if you want dancing at your party. Don't allow the party to get off to a slow start because you are serving food or drinks or cleaning. Your focus should be having fun not playing butler. Although outsourcing food and other parts of your party may be expensive it may be worth it if it results in you relaxing and not worrying about anything at your own event. Ensuring you outsource tasks to reliable companies/people will have you enjoying your party a whole lot more. You will remember the good time you had over the money you spent in the future when you look back
The Price of Fun
Although outsourcing food and other parts of your party may be expensive it may be worth it if it results in you relaxing and not worrying about anything at your own event. Ensuring you outsource tasks to reliable companies/people will have you enjoying your party a whole lot more. You will remember the good time you had over the money you spent when you look back at your big day.
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Party Psychology - Part 1
Throwing a party is hard work. All that planning, money and stress. Not to mention the anxiety it gives you. So why do we have them and why do we go to them?
Why do people host parties?
Simple. It's because we want to celebrate something. Be it a birthday, a new house (house-warmings), your friendship (dinner party catch-ups) or just that it is the end of the week. It may be to show off something you are proud of to the people you care about. It's the thought of getting together with friends or family to forget the stress of everyday life and to have some fun. And to many it's just a great excuse to drink and act like a kid again with it being completely acceptable.
Why do people go to parties?
Why do people prepare for hours to go to a place where the unexpected can be expected but the outcome is nonetheless the same? Simply put, it’s fun.
At events we find ourselves feeling emotions that we are not used to, we experience levels of arousal not familiar from day to day life, and we find ourselves doing things that we haven't really fully intended to do. This is why parties can be so much fun. They can be so stimulating that normal conventions of comportment may seem unnecessary or irrelevant, and at a really good party, people can get pretty crazy. Not you or me, of course, but those other people.
Every person goes to a party for the plain reason of having fun, it’s both acknowledged and practiced. It’s a sensorial experience and the setting is meant to heighten all five senses. In that particular moment in time, you forget who you’re supposed to be and the things you’re supposed to do, there’s no time but the present and you’re there to make the most of it.
Everyone wants to get away from their realities once in a while. In these settings, people don’t really care where you came from or what you’ve done. Your appearance, confidence and moves are the only basis of judgment — you get to be whoever you want to be.
Whether it’s to escape from your monotonous routines, fears or thoughts, the setting is a perfect platform for distraction from the lights to the hot guy or chick beside the bar.
After every party, there’s always a new story to tell. It can be something you’re proud of or something you deeply regret. However, no matter how euphoric a moment can be, you have to acknowledge that it’s only as good as it lasts. As said, it’s an escape — and you can’t escape forever.