Potential Magazine Mar/Apr 2014 | Page 23

ABOVE: An ombré design (the graduated shading of similar colors) kicks this soiree into cool gear, tying together this sweet 16’s fave colors and her vivacious attitude, plus giving her a chance to shine, mix and mingle with both boys and girls outside of the school environment (and with you, parents!). And while it looks amazing, throwing a party like this isn’t hard or overly expensive. The custom (and homemade) party hat backdrop is six easy steps from start to looking grande. Remember to dive into the details and include things like sweets and treats that match the theme. For this party, we love the fancy, girly cupcakes, the brilliantly hued Italian sodas and watercolor macaroons from Liger’s Bakery in Montgomery. CREDITS: Event Styling and Florals/Southern Posies (www.southernposies.com); Invitation suite, menus and eetness Keep the swnd guests e going and s a yummy home with treats in favor. Place ags filled individual b aper that p with tissue with your s coordinate e. them placecards/Kara Anne Paper (www.karaannepaper.com) Cupcakes and Macaroons/Ligers Bakery; Model clothing: HUE Studio, Inc. (www.huestudioinc.com); Rentals/Brendle Rentals; Location/The Waters Meeting House. www.potentialmagazine.com 23