Tapping into summer excitement is a great way to make an event stand out. Success, of course, comes at the intersection of idea and execution. You want your event to be interesting enough to attract attention, and well rendered enough to WOW your guests.
All the standard tips apply: pay attention to detail. Know your audience. Prioritize quality over quantity. But what does that advice look like in execution?
In this article, we take a look at how to elevate your next corporate retreat or celebration with two exciting summer themes that are sure to blow your guests away.
Miami Vice Beach Club
Miami is known for its exciting nightlife and beautiful people, but it also has a deep, cultural heritage built upon a combination of Cuban and American cultures.
While the show Miami Vice was not necessarily built to reflect the very best of this unique American city, it does depict, in often vivid detail, how beautiful and exciting Miami can be.
You can accomplish the same thing with the well-themed Miami Vice Beach club party.
The perennial question when planning any themed party is how closely do you follow the script? If you want to go very deep, you can choose a menu that is based on food items featured in the show.
If authenticity is important to you, but perhaps not that important, you can simplify things by selecting food items that are specific to the Miami area.
For example, because Miami has a vibrant Cuban community there are lots of places you can grab a great Cuban meal. Alternatively, you can, of course, also simply create a menu that you think will resonate most with the people attending your corporate event. Authenticity is nice, but it doesn’t always win people over to the clean plate club.
At the minimalist level, it is always easiest to incorporate specialty drinks. Well-known cocktails dressed up with names that reference the show. It’s an easy way to stay on theme without alienating your guests.
For decor, prioritize beach-themed decoration items. For example, we offer a tropical greenery wall with colorful balloon garlands. We can even add faux palm leaves into the balloon garland for a more Miami-specific look.
And if you want to make the party as Miami Vice as possible, don’t forget the memorable soundtrack and costumes that the show was famous for. While you might not want to go shopping for a powder blue 80s suit it could add a degree of realism to your theme. At the very least, it may inspire your guests to take a fun trip to the thrift store.
Ultimately, the extent to which you stick to the theme is entirely up to you. The key is to find a pleasant balance between fun and accessible. Ideally, a themed party will allow your guests to enjoy the ways that your event is different from others they have been to, without adding a new source of stress to their life.
In other words, cool decorations and thoughtful attention to detail are fun. A guest list worried about getting their hair to look like 80s-era Don Johnson before cocktail hour? Less fun.
Summer in Paris
Ah, Paris. Is there a more romantic theme? A Parisian party has the potential to wow on several fronts. Paris, of course, is well known for its beauty, art, and culture. Guests can stay well within their comfort zones as they enjoy a nice cheese plate, or partake in the French-based wine list.
A French-themed party is particularly appropriate this summer as all eyes turn to Paris to observe the 2024 Olympics. There are lots of ways you can incorporate the Olympics into your Paris-themed party. How committed are you to the idea?
For a simple touch, consider adding the instantly recognizable Olympian rings to your color theme. Blue, yellow, black, green, and red flower arrangements and accent pieces enhancing your corporate event.
You can take it as far as you wish—allowing the Olympics to take center stage (as so often it does) or weaving it cleverly into the background. Remember: It’s often the little things your guests will remember the most. Let your imagination go free, furnishing your event with high-quality, vividly rendered touches that will take your party to the next level.
Conclusion
There are so many ways to make your event pop. Flower walls, balloon features, and other beautiful décor items will set the stage for a memorable party your guests won’t soon forget. If you are planning a summer event reach out to learn more about our rental product line. We have options that can be applied to any theme.
