More from Ebony and Jason's November 7th wedding reception.... Top view of the bride's bouquet created by Signature Soirees.  Bouquet featured Coolwater roses, mini calla lilies and hypericum berries. Groom's boutonniere of a mini calla lily with hypericum berries. Although the signs says "Just For Kids," we had to keep the adults away from the candy buffet.  By the end of the night all the buckets were gone and so was the candy!  Thanks to Leigh C. for setting this up so perfectly! In keep... Read Full Story

I had the great pleasure of working with Ebony and Jason on their Chocolate Brown and Tiffany Blue wedding reception on November 7, 2009.  I was so excited about the beautiful decor plans for this event that I even ditched my trusty iPhone camera and brought out my real digital camera! The Slovenian National Home in Cleveland, Ohio provided a unique setting for the luxurious linens provided by my friends at L'Nique. I used the Champagne Petite Petals from Flyboy Naturals to "sweeten" up the s... Read Full Story

I'm always up for a great slice of cake.  Since I've gotten into event planning, one of my favorite parts of the event is the cake.  Over the years, cakes have become the co-star of the event.  Not only are they a decadent treat, but they are also a way to show the personality of the guests of honor.  I wanted to show some of the more interesting cakes that I've seen lately. photo courtesy of Associated PressThis was the cake from Kanye West's 30th birthday party and shows his love for shoes... Read Full Story

I'm always up for a great slice of cake.  Since I've gotten into event planning, one of my favorite parts of the event is the cake.  Over the years, cakes have become the co-star of the event.  Not only are they a decadent treat, but they are also a way to show the personality of the guests of honor.  I wanted to show some of the more interesting cakes that I've seen lately. photo courtesy of Associated PressThis was the cake from Kanye West's 30th birthday party and shows his love for shoes... Read Full Story

Food and wine!  Two of my all time favorite things all in one place?!! You know that I will be there with bells on!  Seriously though, the Fabulous Food Show returns to Cleveland next week, November 13-15 at the IX Center.  Celeb chefs, Sandra Lee, Tyler Florence and Bobby Flay will be in attendance, along with Cleveland's own Michael Symon.Why should you be there? If you are planning a wedding, bar mitzvah or class reunion, a food show is a great place to find out the latest trends in the ... Read Full Story

Food and wine!  Two of my all time favorite things all in one place?!! You know that I will be there with bells on!  Seriously though, the Fabulous Food Show returns to Cleveland next week, November 13-15 at the IX Center.  Celeb chefs, Sandra Lee, Tyler Florence and Bobby Flay will be in attendance, along with Cleveland's own Michael Symon.Why should you be there? If you are planning a wedding, bar mitzvah or class reunion, a food show is a great place to find out the latest trends in the ... Read Full Story

For more information about Lyah Beth Leflore and her other books, please visit her website.  For more information about the Levert Foundation for the Arts, click here.  If you are in the Cleveland area, I hope to see you there! Read Full Story

For more information about Lyah Beth Leflore and her other books, please visit her website.  For more information about the Levert Foundation for the Arts, click here.  If you are in the Cleveland area, I hope to see you there! Read Full Story

I am truly honored and thrilled to announce that once again, Signature Soirees has been nominated as the best wedding planner in Cleveland on the Fox 8's Hotlist.  Congrats to all my fellow colleagues also nominated in this category.  Goodness knows we work hard, often to little or no recognition.  So ladies, let's toot our own horns for once!You can vote for Signature Soirees by clicking here and scrolling down to Signature Soirees, LLC Event Consultants and clicking on VOTE!  Please note th... Read Full Story

I am truly honored and thrilled to announce that once again, Signature Soirees has been nominated as the best wedding planner in Cleveland on the Fox 8's Hotlist.  Congrats to all my fellow colleagues also nominated in this category.  Goodness knows we work hard, often to little or no recognition.  So ladies, let's toot our own horns for once!You can vote for Signature Soirees by clicking here and scrolling down to Signature Soirees, LLC Event Consultants and clicking on VOTE!  Please note th... Read Full Story